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Flu cases higher than usual in England during September, experts say
Flu cases in England are running higher than usual during September, with experts recommending vaccination as the primary preventive measure, particularly for high-risk groups.
US ‘betrayal’ over Starlink undermines Ukrainian defense | First Thing
Ukraine’s president has accused US President Trump of throttling Starlink access, claiming it undermines drone operations and air defense systems critical to defending against Russian attacks.
MI5 tackling more state threats than during Cold War, warns intelligence chief
MI5 is dedicating more resources to counter state threats than during the Cold War, with foreign adversary threats quadrupling over the past decade, according to the intelligence service’s chief.
Miriam González Durántez launches new centrist party in Spain
Spanish lawyer Miriam González Durántez has launched Democracia21, a new centrist party, to offer voters an alternative to the socialist and conservative parties ahead of next month’s snap election.
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The real story of the iPhone 18 Pro’s camera
The iPhone 18 Pro features a variable aperture main lens, but software upgrades are proving more useful for everyday photography than hardware improvements alone.
Charities say gifts by deceased donors are getting held up at financial firms
Charities report significant delays collecting retirement account gifts from deceased donors, with some financial institutions requiring extensive personal information and new account setup before releasing funds.
Burnham’s talk of ‘breathing space’ at odds with reality of future Bank rate rises
Bank of England signals potential interest rate increases ahead despite holding rates steady, complicating Prime Minister Burnham’s cost-of-living relief efforts amid rising inflation and energy prices.
Revolut reportedly facing $3m ransom demand after hackers steal hundreds of customers’ data
Revolut confirms hackers impersonated government officials to access data from about 680 cryptocurrency customers, with alleged perpetrators demanding a $3 million ransom.
Stephen Curry says his Li-Ning signature shoe will debut early next year
NBA star Stephen Curry announced his Li-Ning signature shoe will debut early next year, following his partnership switch from Under Armour after 13 years.
US wheat farmers navigate uncertainty amid drought and geopolitical chaos
US wheat prices have climbed to three-year highs, but farmers face headwinds from rising fuel costs, drought conditions, and geopolitical disruptions affecting global grain supplies.
Government lacks credible British Steel plan, MPs say
A parliamentary committee says the government lacks a credible plan for British Steel’s profitability and warns that new steel tariffs could drive businesses abroad or out of operation.
BrewDog creditors owed £190m will not be paid in full, say administrators
Administrators of collapsed beer company BrewDog report that creditors owed approximately £190m will not receive full payment due to insufficient funds from asset sales.
Wendy’s franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as burger chain struggles
Meritage Hospitality, one of Wendy’s largest U.S. franchisees, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Thursday as the burger chain faces persistent sales declines and value-conscious consumers.
Auto industry urges Trump to bar Chinese automakers in U.S. ahead of Xi visit
The U.S. automotive industry is urging Trump to maintain policies blocking Chinese automakers from the American market ahead of his meeting with President Xi Jinping.
Disney names CTO for the first time as media giant expands tech push
Disney has appointed Karandeep Anand, formerly CEO of Character.AI, as its first chief technology officer, reporting to CEO Josh D’Amaro effective October 2.
Nike parts ways with Kylian Mbappé; soccer superstar signs with On
Nike declined to renew its endorsement agreement with French soccer star Kylian Mbappé, who has signed a major deal with Swiss sportswear company On.