German police will be able to shoot down drones — the German government has passed a law. It will now have to be considered by parliament

The German government passed a law on October 8 that would allow police to shoot down drones. It will now be considered by the German parliament. Reuters writes about this. The new law allows police to shoot down drones that violate German...

Why England and Wales are playing with no names on the back of their shirts

Thomas Tuchel's England are looking to build on their promising performance during September's international break with a result over Wales at Wembley this evening. The Three Lions are expected to book their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in...

Best-selling tumble dryers recalled across Europe due to fire risk – fresh safety update

Argos has issued an urgent safety alert for specific Hisense tumble dryers following a manufacturer's request, warning customers of a "potential fire hazard". The retailer is advising immediate discontinuation of use for specific 10kg capacity...

How I learned to perform parenie at Banya No.1

Thursday 09 October 2025 12:39 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email For a decade I have attended London’s Banya No.1, a spa like no other, where you’re...

Nico O’Reilly replaces Reece James in England squad

By contributor Jonathan Veal, PA Nico O’Reilly is in the England senior squad for the first time (Mike Egerton/PA) England have called up Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly for the friendly against Wales and next week’s World Cup qualifier with...

Kristaps Porzingis among key offseason additions for Hawks

ATLANTA — Kristaps Porzingis still can't explain the mystery illness that kept sapping his strength during the NBA's 2024-25 season, when the big man was with the Boston Celtics. Porzingis is just glad he's now fully healthy as he prepares to...

Reece James injury update after Chelsea captain withdraws from England squad

Reece James' latest injury is not thought to be serious despite the Chelsea captain withdrawing from the England squad, football.london understands. The 25-year-old was initially selected for Thomas Tuchel's squad for the upcoming matches against...

Chelsea hit with fresh setback as England make surprise squad change

Chelsea’s injury troubles just keep coming. Reece James, the Blues’ captain and defensive leader, has been forced to withdraw from the England squad after picking up another knock. The timing couldn’t be worse for club or country, as Thomas...

Rectors share ideas on how to ‘stay global’ in new era

EUROPE How should university leaders be preparing for the political and global changes currently underway in the world while maintaining global partnerships and safeguarding academic freedom and institutional autonomy at the same time? This was...

Chelsea breathe sigh of relief as Reece James' injury is "precautionary and short-term"

Chelsea defender Reece James will not be out for the long term after pulling out of the England squad. Manchester City defender Nico O'Reilly has received his first call up to the England squad after James dropped out this week ahead of the Three...

Chelsea dealt Reece James injury blow as England release statement

England have confirmed Reece James has withdrawn from their squad for the upcoming fixtures against Wales and Latvia due to an injury suffered during Chelsea's win against Liverpool on Saturday. The 25-year-old completed 90 minutes for the Blues...

City's O'Reilly called up for England, James out

Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly has been called up to England's squad for games against Wales and Latvia. James Gill - Danehouse/Getty ImagesEngland head coach Thomas Tuchel has handed Nico O'Reilly his first call up to the senior team after Reece...

Israel and Hamas agree Gaza peace deal

Israel and Hamas have signed off on the first phase of a peace plan for Gaza, US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday evening. The plan states all hostages will be released and Israel will withdraw troops to an agreed-upon line. It marks...

Remembering Patricia Picha

Like her grandfather before her, in 2001 Patti offered to quit her job at Mesa State, sell her home in Grand Junction, and move to Alaska to help her friend Barry raise his young sons, Callison and Kai, after the death of Barry's wife Betsy. For...

Harry Kane ruled out of England’s upcoming game after suffering painful knock

England captain Harry Kane will miss tomorrow’s international fixture after sustaining a knock during his last appearance for Bayern Munich, manager Thomas Tuchel has confirmed. The 31-year-old striker picked up a painful kick during Bayern’s...

Madison man gets one year in prison for smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies

A Russian-born American living in Wisconsin was sentenced to one year and a day after pleading guilty to smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies. Federal authorities said Andrew Pogosyan, 68, of Madison, in June violated trade sanctions the...

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes football's first billionaire

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has underlined his status as one of the pre-eminent athletes of modern sport as he became football's first billionaire player. According to financial media firm Bloomberg, the Portugal and Al Nassr star's...

Lab equipment smuggled to Russian companies, Wisconsin man sentenced

MADISON, Wis. - A Wisconsin man accused of smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies in violation of trade sanctions will spend the next year in federal prison. What they're saying: U.S. District Judge William Conley sentenced 68-year-old...

Riyadh Air to take flight on October 26 to London Heathrow – with a twist

Riyadh Air's long-anticipated first flight is set for October 26, when it will take to the skies bound for London Heathrow using a leased Boeing 787 aircraft – albeit with an unconventional launch strategy. The maiden flight from the Saudi capital...

Madison man sentenced for smuggling lab gear to Russia

IN BRIEF Andrew Pogosyan sentenced to one year and a day in federal prison. Prosecutors say he illegally exported lab gear to Russian companies. The shipments violated U.S. trade sanctions imposed after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. MADISON, Wis....