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Iran War Doubles Egypt’s LNG Bill as Gas Output Keeps Falling
Egypt’s LNG import costs have doubled due to regional conflict, prompting the country to defer cargoes and substitute fuel oil as domestic gas production continues declining.
‘False autumn’: stressed trees drop leaves early after scorching English summer
English trees stressed by record summer heat are shedding leaves early in a phenomenon known as “false autumn,” disrupting the typical timing of seasonal color changes across drought-affected regions.
California has a plan for El Niño’s torrential rain: Save it for later
California is preparing for torrential rainfall from a record-strength El Niño by capturing and storing stormwater underground through managed aquifer recharge, reducing flood risks while banking water for future droughts.
Climate change rarely goes on trial. This one could be a landmark.
Fifteen Canadian youth will argue in court that their government violated constitutional rights by failing to adequately address climate change, marking one of the most significant climate cases to reach trial.
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World Cup: FIFA chief Gianni Infantino offers £30m incentive for members to back controversial private investment plans
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has set a September 19 deadline for member associations to approve a plan to sell minority stakes in a new commercial entity, offering $40 million incentives to those who back the controversial proposal.
‘Andy Burnham can grow a moustache!’: SNL UK’s Paddy Young on breakout stardom – and impersonating the new PM
SNL UK’s Paddy Young discusses his rise to prominence, recent hospitalization from a sword accident, and his upcoming tour and television commitments.
Chuck Russell obituary
Chuck Russell, the director who transformed The Mask into a blockbuster comedy featuring Jim Carrey, has died at age 74. Known for launching acting careers and blending spectacle with humor, Russell directed horror sequels and action films across his four-decade career.
Bill Oddie: Comedian who found nature a welcome refuge from mental illness
Bill Oddie, the Cambridge Footlights-trained comedian and member of 1970s trio The Goodies, died at 85. He later became a celebrated BBC naturalist and Springwatch presenter.
Tom Holland says some of his films are ‘shit’ and people shouldn’t see them
Tom Holland states some of his films are subpar and audiences shouldn’t watch them, contrasting with promotional efforts for projects he’s genuinely proud of.
Mary Beth Barone on provocative jokes, Palestine and manosphere misogyny: ‘It’s hard to stomach that those are my co-workers’
Comedian Mary Beth Barone’s new Netflix special Galaxy Brain tackles political and social taboos with provocative humor. The special represents a major career milestone for Barone, who has recently gained prominence through television work and high-profile appearances.
Birmingham’s Joe Lycett wants his art exhibition to inspire others
Comedian and artist Joe Lycett’s first major solo exhibition opens at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, featuring mixed media works including a life-sized pink woolly mammoth and tributes to deceased figures.
Brian Daubney obituary
Brian Daubney, a BBC writer and director known for Tomorrow’s World and Bellamy’s Britain, later founded communications consultancy Impart and worked to preserve Wilton’s Music Hall in east London.
Pop star Madison Beer and NFL player Justin Herbert announce engagement
Pop star Madison Beer and NFL quarterback Justin Herbert announced their engagement on social media, sharing photos of his proposal. The couple, aged 27 and 28, first became public in August 2025.
Noah Kahan Slams White House for Using Song in Social Media Post: ‘Would Never Approve’
Noah Kahan objected to the White House using his song “American Cars” in a social media post, stating he would never approve of his music supporting the current administration.
‘Jumanji: Open World’ Trailer: Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart and Jack Black Return for Third and Final Movie
Sony unveiled the trailer for “Jumanji: Open World,” the third installment of the action-comedy franchise, featuring the returning cast of Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan.
Olivia Wilde Teases Next Directing Project ‘Naughty’: “Way Bigger Than Anything I’ve Ever Taken On”
Olivia Wilde is directing the holiday comedy Naughty, starring Jennifer Aniston and Peter Dinklage, which she describes as her most ambitious project to date.