Estimated 150 million people in Europe could experience temperatures above 35C todayEuropean heatwave is worst ever and impossible without climate crisis, scientists sayOver in the UK, firefighters are still trying to bring a large wildfire in Derbyshi…
Japan fans flood Shibuya as World Cup draw with Sweden sets up Brazil clash
Japan reach World Cup last 32 after 1-1 draw with Sweden on 26 June, prompting celebrations across Tokyo. , sparking huge celebrations in Tokyo’s Shibuya. They now face Brazil in the knockout stage.
UN halts escort of ships through Hormuz after vessel comes under attack
By R Anil Kumar London/Bengaluru, June 26, 2026. The UN International Maritime Organization paused its operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz on June 25, after a vessel reported an attack, reigniting concerns about whether a preliminary…
U.S.-Iran peace deal grants access to Tehran’s nuclear sites, UN watchdog says
“The technical work has started, and we hope to be there soon,” IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said at a news conference in Japan on Friday.
Insurer warns of payout risk over use of generic shipping spare parts
The Dali case highlighted dangers of blackouts in high-risk shipping zones
ChatGPT 5.6 Release Reportedly Delayed Following Trump Administration Security Request
OpenAI has reportedly delayed the full public release of its next-generation AI model, GPT-5.6, following a formal request from the Trump administration to limit early access to a select group of government-approved entities. This raises new concerns a…
Modi to visit Seychelles as Guest of Honour for National Day Golden Jubilee celebrations
New Delhi, June 26. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a state visit to Seychelles from June 27 to 29 at the invitation of Seychelles President Dr Patrick Herminie, during which he will attend the island nation’s National Day Golden Jubilee ce…
St Bernard dogs honoured at Swiss museum
A living museum honouring the Swiss national dog’s history – and its future – is marking its first year.
Day of violence and threats in Strait of Hormuz as Iran turns back five tankers
Iranian navy reasserts control over previously unrestricted southern corridor
Despite the “DeepMind mafia” pulling billions into London AI startups, none of Demis Hassabis’ former lieutenants is building a homegrown UK frontier AI model (Tim Bradshaw/Financial Times)
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Despite the “DeepMind mafia” pulling billions into London AI startups, none of Demis Hassabis’ former lieutenants is building a homegrown UK frontier AI model — The tech sector is buzzing …