16 m. ago Man killed on MSC Virtuosa is second to die in tragedy on luxury ship in 8 months

Police have launched a murder probe following the death of a 60-year-old man on board the MSC Virtuosa - just eight months after a woman went overboard the 18-deck ship and died

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46 m. ago Seeking Mavis Beacon review – tracking a Black female tech icon, who didn’t exist

Documentary investigates the whereabouts of the model who played an influential corporate character, as well as the relationship between race and technologyBack when computers were still new, Mavis Beacon was an icon for generations of children learning IT skills. Her name, along with the accompanying image of a smiling, suited Black woman, graced countless editions of some popular software that taught typing through interactive lessons and games. For Black students, to see someone who looked like them in a position of authority and knowledge, inspired assurance and aspiration. Mavis Beacon, however, did not exist; she was a fictional character represented by a photograph of Renée L’Espérance, a Haitian model whose story is now lost to history. Eager to reclaim her legacy, film-maker Jazmin Jones and collaborator Olivia McKayla Ross embarked on a years-long quest to track down the woman behind the image.The resulting documentary is anything but conventional. Describing themselves as...

Politics

75 m. ago Qantas flight from Perth to London forced to land on island paradise after incident on board

A Qantas plane was diverted to the Maldives after a medical incident onboard, leaving passengers stuck.

Politics

2 h. ago China’s service sector hit by trade war; Ford predicts $1.5bn profit hit from Trump tariffs – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsTrump’s foreign film tariffs could ‘wipe out’ UK movie industry, ministers toldAmerican children face paying higher prices for Barbie dolls due to the Trump tariffs on imports.Mattel, the toy manufacturing giant, revealed last night that it plan to raise prices on American toys due to tariffs, and is also looking to move some manufacturing out of China.Accelerating diversification of its supply chain and further reducing reliance on China-sourced product,Optimizing product sourcing and product mix, andWhere necessary, taking pricing action in its U.S. business.In an uncertain macro environment that has intensified due to the potential impact of tariffs, we are focused on what we can control.We are improving our supply chain agility, taking decisive cost actions to mitigate financial impact where possible, and ensuring we can continue to serve our customers and consumers. Continue reading...

Economics

2 h. ago A wild walk along Spain’s empty coast – where the desert meets the sea

Saved from tourist development by a ‘favourite daughter of Andalucía’, Cabo de Gata is a spectacular national park perfect for an adventure on footIf you study a map of Spain, in the south-east corner you’ll see a strip of empty space along the edge of the Mediterranean. It contains no major towns and barely any roads. Its coastline is equally barren – no ports or resorts; just a few tiny villages tucked away in intriguingly named coves – “raven”, “coal”, “bitter water”. This patch of emptiness is the Cabo de Gata-Níjar national park, a protected haven of desert wilderness on the edge of Europe.Having been forced to cancel an expedition to the Algerian Sahara earlier in the year, this park appears to be the answer to my yearning for the arid warmth and stark beauty of desert travel. Zooming in on the satellite view, a network of paths appears, suggesting a walking route of around 40 miles (64km) – from the Cabo itself, up the coast, along the cliffs, to the beach town of Agua Amarga...

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2 h. ago Households told to save empty water bottles and put them in your garden

If you have a load of empty bottles lying around don't toss them in the bin just yet - experts say they can be transformed into highly efficient tools to help your plants thrive

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3 h. ago AP PHOTOS: See incredible Met Gala looks as stars pay tribute to Black fashion and designers

Stars gathered Monday for a historic Met Gala that celebrated Black style and emerging designers.

Culture

3 h. ago AP PHOTOS: 80 years after World War II, Germany is still searching for its fallen soldiers

In a forest near Berlin, the remains of 107 fallen Wehrmacht soldiers were ceremoniously interred last week. High school students placed white gerbera daisies on small black coffins, and then German soldiers lowered them respectfully into a large, freshly dug grave as a military band played a solemn tune.

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3 h. ago UK falling behind on tackling microplastic pollution, scientists say

Researchers call for urgent action as fragments of plastic found in human brains and pollute food, water and airThe UK is falling behind on international efforts to tackle microplastics, scientists have said, as the pollutants continue to infiltrate food, ecosystems and human bodies.The tiny fragments of plastic have been found in human testicles and brains, and they burrow into plants, inhibiting their ability to photosynthesise. The impact on human health is largely unknown, but they have been linked to strokes and heart attacks. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Sam Thompson and new love interest Samie Elishi are seen holding hands in a loved

Sam Thompson has been photographed holding the hand of his new beau Sami Elishi in a sweet, loved-up moment. 

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10 h. ago Nottingham Forest push their luck to edge closer to European place

Crystal Palace 1-1 Nottingham Forest: Murillo didn’t know much about his equaliser as he diverted in Neco Williams’s shot but it could be a key goal for Forest

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11 h. ago Murillo’s lucky strike secures Forest another point towards European push

Murillo might not have known much about his goal as he diverted a Neco Williams shot into the net to rescue a point.

Events

11 h. ago Keir to the rescue! Prime Minister springs into action to hand Queen Camilla a bottle of water during VE Day military procession

The UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer came to Queen Camilla's rescue during today's VE Day festivities.

Politics

12 h. ago Ana de Armas, 37, accidentally drops a big clue that she is romancing Tom Cruise, 62

The cute hint could be seen in her latest Instagram post. The Cuban brunette beauty was wishing her adorable gray-and-white dog Salsita a happy 5th birthday when she added a telling photo.

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12 h. ago Mum convicted of kidnapping and trafficking daughter for 'eyes and skin'

Joshlin Smith, aged 6, vanished from plain sight in February 2024. A photograph of her smiling with her bright green eyes and two pigtails hit the headlines after it was released in an appeal to find her.

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13 h. ago Motherwell Photographic Society members hold annual awards evening

The certificates and trophies were presented by club Competition Secretary Wilson Murray.

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13 h. ago Naomi Campbell sends powerful message to Anna Wintour as she drops out of Met Gala

British supermodel Naomi Campbell has shared a heartfelt message expressing her disappointment at not being able to attend this year's Met Gala, despite being invited.

Politics

16 h. ago Aberdeen Scottish Cup Final tickets sold out as Red Army answers the call following 50/50 Celtic split demand

The Pittodrie club were on the hook to pay for any unsold briefs but they have shifted them all in one day

Sport

16 h. ago 'Murder' probe after cruise passenger dies on luxury liner after leaving UK

Cops arrested a 57-year-old man from Exeter when the ship arrived back at Southampton, Hampshire, this morning, following an altercation on board and the death of a 60-year-old man.

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16 h. ago All of Brooklyn Beckham's 'jobs' – from sandwich 'chef' to safari 'photographer'

David Beckham celebrated his birthday with his family over the weekend - without Brooklyn Beckham. He's apparently missed 12 family engagements, but can you blame him when he's so busy?

Culture