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Why I’ll never buy a $599 MacBook
Rumor is Apple is working on a $599 MacBook to compete with budget Windows laptops. That’s compelling, but I don’t plan on buying one. A $599 MacBook is both too expensive compared to PCs and not expensive enough to deliver the “premium” experience people associate with current Macs. I’m excited to...

Israel extends order allowing closure of foreign broadcasters

Italy fines Ryanair $300 mn for abuse of dominant position

Techtextil India 2025 concludes with focus on sustainable textiles

Your laptop speakers aren’t working? Try these 7 go-to fixes
While laptop speakers aren’t always the best sound quality, they’re still a vital part of your laptop’s operation. It can be incredibly frustrating when they stop working. But if you find yourself in just that situation, here are some steps to take to troubleshoot the problem. 1. Check that the sound...

South Korean startup Innospace fails on its 1st orbital launch attempt

Image of Sydney shooter with India defence attache is AI-generated

What it’s really like to hike Peru’s Quarry Trail

Afrobeats star Asake 'devastated' after fan dies in Kenya stadium crush
Police are investigating the circumstances of the death of 20-year-old Karen Lojore.

England to investigate Noosa 'stag do' and drinking habits as Ashes fallout continues
England’s managing director of men's cricket Rob Key says he would not be happy if he found evidence of over-indulging in alcohol.

AI governance & resilience top boardroom agendas for 2026
Boards enter 2026 pushing AI from experiments to governed, resilient systems as volatile economies demand proof of value and stability.

Who could succeed Guardiola at Man City?
At least two candidates have already been identified as potential replacements for Pep Guardiola, but who could take over from him at Manchester City?

Boaters stranded for Christmas after canal collapse
One couple say they had decorated the boat for Christmas but would now spend it in a hotel.

England will investigate reports of Ashes drinking
England will look into reports of players drinking excessively during a break from the Ashes series in Noosa, says director of cricket Rob Key.

What the biggest viral videos of 2025 teach us about AI
Animals on the porch, actors on the catwalk and footballers in the White House

Presenter Nick Bright to leave BBC Radio 1Xtra after 15 years
The presenter, who has become a staple on 1Xtra's airwaves, will host his final show in January.

Jerusalem churches warn against false peace in Christmas message

Magazine: Biopharma’s 2025 M&A boom

Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W monitor review: The apex of motion clarity
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Attractive and unique design Good SDR brightness for OLED, great contrast Very wide color gamut Great HDR performance Sets a new high mark for motion performance Cons Only 1440p resolution No USB-C or speakers Stand is a bit large for 27-inch display Our Verdict The Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W pulls out all the stops to...

Global investors turn to Chinese AI as Wall Street fears bubble

TikTok removes AI weight loss ads from fake Boots account
The adverts for prescription-only drugs showed healthcare professionals impersonating the British retailer.

Boardrooms demand tougher AI returns & stronger data
Boards are set to demand tougher ROI and stricter data foundations from AI projects in 2026, as natural language tools reshape data work.

'It's giving me goosebumps' - Europe stars recall Ryder Cup triumph
Europe's victorious Ryder Cup players reflect on their monumental victory over the US at Bethpage in New York for a BBC Radio 5 Live golf special to be aired on 26 December.

English councils warned against adopting four-day week
Local Government Secretary Steve Reed has told council leaders to not introduce four-day working weeks.