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The US Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security has issued a final rule that removes national security controls on many lower-endurance drones while increasing controls on certain military-use drones and sales to several countries. The rule, effective Aug. 13, adjusts endurance thresholds and clarifies classification, impacting drone manufacturers and exporters.
Amanda Abbington has reached a five-figure settlement with the BBC over bullying allegations against Giovanni Pernice. The settlement follows a 2024 review that upheld some but not all complaints, with Pernice denying allegations and detailing his own struggles in a memoir.
A study by Bar-Ilan University researchers found a decline in Google searches for physics concepts and Wikipedia visits across more than 20 countries from 2022 to 2025, as students turn to AI tools like ChatGPT. The research, published in Physical Review Physics Education Research, suggests the shift is more pronounced in non-English-speaking countries and for text-heavy topics.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's plan to move the government's growth mission to No 10 North in Manchester marks a significant shift in power away from the Treasury. The move has drawn both support and skepticism, with questions about its effectiveness and historical precedents. As the government announces new devolution measures and faces economic challenges, the future of this experiment remains uncertain.
Thousands of mourners lined the streets of Swansea as Bonnie Tyler's coffin returned home for a service celebrating her life. The singer, who died in July at 75, was remembered with songs, personal anecdotes, and a deep sense of local pride.
Russian officials say voting in 'unfriendly' countries may face provocations and attempts to discredit the electoral process. The Central Election Commission and Foreign Ministry cite pressure on Russians abroad, Russophobic media campaigns, and logistical hurdles due to visa restrictions.
A boat named Kate, carrying activists from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, set sail from Bristol, England, on Sunday aiming to break Israel's blockade of Gaza. Reports differ on the number of activists aboard, with Al Jazeera reporting 12 and The Irish Times reporting 10. The vessel is expected to reunite with sister ship Handala 2 in Sicily for training before proceeding.
Early reviews of the Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL highlight iterative design and standout AI features like Rambler, while camera improvements and new LED light catch attention. Separately, a case roundup recommends options from Otterbox, Spigen, and Casetify for the new Pro model.
Russia has moved two warships into the Baltic Sea while a new submarine capable of carrying a nuclear tsunami-triggering torpedo began sea trials, according to reports. The deployments come amid escalating rhetoric from Moscow over Western support for Ukraine, though analysts caution that the most extreme threats are unlikely to be carried out.
Temperatures across western Europe are set to fall to seasonal norms this week, with parts of the UK expecting more rain after a prolonged dry spell. A yellow weather warning has been issued for Greater Manchester, with heavy showers and possible thunderstorms overnight. Meanwhile, the southern US continues to face extreme heat with high humidity driving dangerous heat index levels.
UK Finance and senior banking figures have warned the new Labour government not to raise taxes on banks, citing risks to economic growth and competitiveness. The TUC has pushed back, arguing banks should pay more, while campaigners point to record profits and big potential revenue from a windfall tax.
Five months into the war, Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has cut oil traffic by 90%, defying US claims of control and prompting cautious NATO-facilitated talks. As Tehran asserts sovereignty over the waterway, the world faces an energy crisis with no easy resolution.
With one year to the latest possible election date, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez confronts a series of scandals, a migration surge in Ceuta, and a minority government unable to pass a budget. Analysts and allies describe a leader whose international stature has not shielded him from mounting domestic pressure.
A Financial Times report citing sources close to Tehran says Iran has assessed striking US military assets in southeastern Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if President Trump escalates the conflict. NATO says it is prepared to defend allies, while Bulgaria and Cyprus have taken precautionary measures and Cypriot officials deny the threat.
Israel's national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has called for the killing of 30 to 40 Palestinians in Gaza nightly, remarks that have drawn sharp condemnation from German officials and Jewish and Protestant leaders. Ben-Gvir made the comments in a podcast interview with a former Israeli captive, advocating for targeted killings beyond immediate threats.
Ghana, which tabled a UN resolution on reparations for the transatlantic slave trade, is intensifying its campaign despite US opposition. The country's leaders and a traditional king have apologised for ancestral roles, while critics question the commercialisation of the diaspora drive.
The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and six other nations have condemned Israel's rejection of President Trump's Gaza plan, urging compliance. The joint statement comes amid ongoing strikes, ceasefire violations, and a widening diplomatic rift.
Hong Kong customs is actively following up on a complaint that a woman was cheated into paying over HK$60,000 for beauty products at Opatra London's outlet, which has suspended operations. The probe follows a wider allegation of aggressive sales tactics across the sector, including a separate incident involving an 88-year-old allegedly pressured to spend HK$100,000.
The BBC is asking a US federal court to assist in serving subpoenas on Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and Donald Trump Jr. for testimony in the president's $10 billion defamation lawsuit over a documentary. Trump's lawyers have urged the court to reject the motion, calling it a politically charged discovery campaign. The case continues amidst procedural disputes and a motion to dismiss based on jurisdiction.
Belgium is battling its largest wildfire on record in the High Fens nature reserve near the German border, with firefighters from several countries deployed. The fire has burned over 27 sq km and forced evacuations, while officials report it is now under control. The blaze is part of a broader European summer of extreme heat and wildfires.