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The British Board of Film Classification has rated Yash's 'Toxic' 18+, with maximum marks for violence, injury detail and sex, surpassing the 'Dhurandhar' films. The certification page erroneously labels the film as Tamil-language, though it was shot in Kannada and English.
With yellow thunderstorm warnings across the UK, retailers are promoting a range of affordable, packable rain jackets. From a £25 Regatta model available at Argos to a £40 version at Sainsbury's, here's a look at the options making waves.
Murf AI has released Falcon 2, a text-to-speech model priced at $0.01 per minute, claiming superior performance over some OpenAI and ElevenLabs models. The Bengaluru-based startup targets cost-conscious enterprises, offering high-speed responses and ethical voice actor practices.
The UK Home Office has issued a nine-page guide to asylum seekers covering gender equality, domestic abuse, and consent, stating that women can work and make their own decisions. Politicians from Reform UK and the Conservatives have criticized the guidance, while the Home Office says everyone must abide by UK laws.
Jason Statham's new action film 'Mutiny' has arrived in theatres, drawing a polarized response from critics and audiences. While some praise its throwback appeal, others call it formulaic and predictable, and the film's ambiguous ending has sparked discussion.
A new analysis by Health Equals reveals life expectancy can vary by up to 18 years depending on where people live in the UK, with affluent areas like Marylebone reaching 88 years compared to 70 in poorer areas. Campaigners, including Dr Amir Khan, are urging the government to take action, with polls showing 95% of people see the disparity as a problem and only 21% think enough is being done.
Weather maps and forecasts indicate a band of rain will sweep across the UK in early September, offering relief from drought conditions. The Met Office expects unsettled weather into early September, with thunderstorms and above-average rainfall, while some areas face flood risks.
Monzo suffered a technical outage on Wednesday, leaving thousands of users unable to log in or use some app features. The bank activated a back-up system and said it was working to resolve the issue.
BBC Radio 4 Today presenter Emma Barnett has disclosed that she underwent a hysterectomy to treat endometriosis, a procedure she said she never wanted. Her symptoms worsened during filming of her documentary, and she was hospitalised on the night it aired. She has since returned to presenting, expressing gratitude for her two children and improved pain.
Premier League CEO Richard Masters acknowledges he cannot give a timeline for the resolution of Manchester City's 115 financial charges, citing confidentiality. The case, unresolved after three-and-a-half years, has drawn rival frustration, legal notices from top clubs, and reported warnings from UAE officials about potential diplomatic consequences.
Teofimo Lopez defeated Rolando Romero by majority decision on Saturday in Las Vegas to win the WBA welterweight title, becoming a three-division world champion. The bout, held at T-Mobile Arena, saw Lopez recover from a fifth-round scare to control the fight with his jab and movement. Romero disputed the scorecards, saying he was hit with only two punches that 'barely grazed' him and called the decision a 'robbery.'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov's call for elections during wartime, warning they would be a 'tsunami' that could destroy the country. The dispute highlights growing internal political tensions as Russia continues its offensive and Ukraine faces missile shortages and funding gaps.
Former Liberian Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor has been charged with drug trafficking and money laundering, detained at Roberts International Airport, and later placed in pre-trial detention after a court denied her release on humanitarian grounds. She denies the allegations as politically motivated, while opposition leaders rally in her support and a Bong County coalition demands an independent investigation.
Amazon is expanding free access to its Alexa+ AI assistant to all eligible Fire TV devices in the US, removing the previous requirement for a Prime membership or a $20 monthly subscription. The rollout is automatic and includes conversational search and smart home controls.
A Palestinian-British family of four drowned after entering the sea near Shoreham Fort in West Sussex. The parents and their teenage daughter died at the scene on Tuesday, while their six-year-old daughter died in hospital three days later. Police are treating the deaths as a tragic accident with no third-party involvement.
Uganda's candidate for UN secretary-general, Olara Otunnu, presents his vision to member states on August 19, emphasizing reform as an imperative. The contest, featuring eight candidates, continues with straw polls and a second informal vote planned, as the UN seeks a successor to António Guterres.
Analysts expect Ofgem to raise the energy price cap by 4% for October, pushing typical household bills to £1,729 a year. Energy UK warns of record debt and calls for a new social discount scheme, while the government highlights VAT cuts and the Warm Home Discount.
Australia's foreign minister expressed outrage after Israel's military cleared personnel of criminal wrongdoing in the 2024 strike that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and six others. The decision, announced on World Humanitarian Day, drew condemnation from Australia, Britain, Canada, and Poland, while Israel's ambassador defended the investigation and suggested reparations could be considered.
India's export dependence on the US stayed largely unchanged at around 20% in the 12 months through July, despite tariffs that reached 50% and diversification efforts. Commerce ministry data show US-bound shipments rose to $87.31 billion in 2025-26, while trade experts warn diversification will take years.
Iran's armed forces warned Gulf countries on Wednesday against assisting the U.S. military, hours after the United Arab Emirates announced it was halting all trade and financial dealings with Iran following an alleged missile attack. The UAE accused Iran of firing two ballistic missiles at its territory on Tuesday, a claim Tehran denied. The escalation comes amid a broader U.S.-Iran conflict centered on the Strait of Hormuz, with oil prices rising above $90 per barrel.