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Workday breach highlights rising third-party cyberattack risks
Workday has suffered a data breach exposing contact details, highlighting growing risks from social engineering and third-party cyberattacks this summer.

Take a look inside US Air Force's largest plane - C-5M Super Galaxy
The behemouth has a wingspan off 67.89m and maximum take-off weight of more than 381 tonnes.

'Mission completed' - doubles specialists win US Open mixed title
Italian pair Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori complete their "mission" by beating Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud to win the revamped US Open mixed event.

Tulsi Gabbard announces plans to cut intelligence staff by half
The director of national intelligence will also revoke the security clearances for 37 US intelligence officials who served under Biden and Obama.

'Bear attack victim' was actually killed by son, Japan police say
A man police believed was killed by a bear had in fact been stabbed to death by his son, they say.

India's biofuel drive is saving billions but also sparking worries
Critics say many vehicles in India are not biofuel-compliant, and its use could put engines at risk. The government denies this.

When is GCSE results day 2025 and when are results out?
Your full guide to this year's GCSE exams in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Delta and United sued for selling 'window seats' without windows
Delta and United are being sued over allegedly charging extra for seats next to a blank walls.

British woman who is world's oldest living person turns 116
Ethel Caterham became the oldest living person in June, following the death of a Brazilian nun.

ICC says it deplores new US sanctions on judges and prosecutors
Secretary of State Marco Rubio denounces the court as "an instrument of lawfare" against the US and Israel.

Proteas spinner reported for suspect action on ODI debut as Zampa punished for swearing
Prenelan Subrayen will have to clear his name after being cited during South Africa’s 98-run win over Australia in Cairns.

ISACA unveils AI security credential to boost cyber expertise
ISACA has launched the Advanced in AI Security Management credential to enhance cybersecurity expertise amid rising AI-driven threats.

Netball: Pulse suffer another blow after Stars poach top shooter
The Stars have gone big by securing Silver Ferns shooter Amelia Walmsley for the 2026 ANZ Premiership to kick off what should be a fascinating signing period.

Mechanic, 27, died after being crushed under car
Daniel Burton, 27, was found unresponsive underneath his partner's father's car he was working on.

Hurricane Erin's high waves thrash coast of North Carolina
Mandatory evacuation orders are in place along the Outer Banks of North Carolina amid fears islands may be cut off from the main highway.

The 9-1 grade boundaries explained
How do the 9-1 GCSE grades compare with the previous alphabetical system?

China's Xi touts unity and development in surprise Tibet visit
The visit to Lhasa suggests a desire to stamp the Chinese leader's authority over the region.

Rugby star Ilona Maher has Hollywood in her sights after offer to join the WWE
American social media sensation Ilona Maher says she may move into WWE or Hollywood as her next career move after the Women's Rugby World Cup.

Dozens more UK Afghan data breaches uncovered
The MoD admits 49 data breaches at the unit handling applications from Afghans seeking safety in the UK.

Tiger breaks record
Tiger Woods continues to amaze with his resilience as he breaks the record for most consecutive cuts at The Masters, at Augusta in 2024.