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Highlights Newly released promotional artwork offers the clearest official look yet at several Avengers: Doomsday characters Former Marvel Studios visual development chief Andy Park says it was the final full film he led at the studio The artwork arrives ahead of Marvel's return to Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con this month Marvel Studios has unveiled fresh promotional artwork for Avengers: Doomsday , giving fans their clearest official look yet at several characters set to appear in the blockbust

Highlights Study estimates more than 2,700 heat-related deaths Around 42 per cent linked to human-induced warming Two heatwaves struck England and Wales in May and June UKHSA official estimate expected in coming weeks MORE than 2,700 people may have died because of the heatwaves that hit England and Wales in May and June, according to a study released on Monday. Researchers from Imperial College London, the Met Office and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine analysed weather data,

Highlights Sam Neill has died aged 78 following a career spanning more than five decades The actor became a global icon through Jurassic Park but built a legacy far beyond one franchise From pioneering New Zealand cinema to acclaimed television roles, his career crossed generations The death of Sam Neill at the age of 78 marks the end of one of cinema's most enduring careers. Best known as Dr Alan Grant in Jurassic Park , the New Zealand actor earned admiration across generations through his ver

The UK is preparing plans to block unlicensed gambling companies from sponsoring British sports teams. The move follows concerns that offshore operators have continued signing deals with Premier League clubs. Everton's recent sponsorship agreement with crypto casino Stake.com has intensified calls for reform. The UK government is preparing to tighten rules on gambling sponsorships in sport, with ministers expected to launch a consultation aimed at preventing unlicensed casinos from partnering wi

The makers have confirmed July 24 as the worldwide release date for the Ramayana trailer. The film is also set to be showcased at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. Ramayana: Part I is scheduled to hit theatres during Diwali 2026. The makers of Ramayana have confirmed that the film's much-awaited trailer will premiere worldwide on July 24, setting the stage for the global rollout of one of Indian cinema's biggest productions. The Ramayana trailer announcement comes ahead of the film's presentation at San

Meta has withdrawn its new Instagram AI image feature days after launching it. The tool allowed users to generate AI images using content from public Instagram accounts. Privacy concerns and criticism over the default opt-in setting prompted the company to reverse course. Meta has pulled its newly launched Instagram AI image feature just days after its debut, following widespread criticism over privacy and user consent. The Instagram AI feature, known as Muse Image, allowed users of the Meta AI

Xavier Niel has acquired a 16 per cent stake worth 4.4 billion to become Vodafone's biggest shareholder. The stake was bought from Emirati telecoms group e&, which has exited its investment. Investors are watching whether Niel will seek a greater role in shaping Vodafone's future. Vodafone has a new largest shareholder after French telecoms billionaire Xavier Niel bought a 16 per cent stake worth 4.4 billion, a move that could mark the beginning of a new chapter for the telecoms group as it push

Volkswagen plans to cut up to half of its vehicle models to reduce costs and focus on its strongest sellers. The company is battling weaker sales, especially in China, alongside rising tariff and regulatory pressures. The overhaul comes as Volkswagen weighs deeper cost cuts, including potential job reductions and factory closures. Volkswagen is preparing one of the biggest shake-ups in its history, with plans to cut up to half of its vehicle models as the German carmaker looks to reverse slowing

Highlights Silkyara 41 is inspired by the 2023 rescue of 41 workers trapped inside Uttarakhand's Silkyara Tunnel. The operation lasted 17 days and involved multiple Indian agencies alongside international tunnelling experts. Aamir Khan Productions, Kabir Khan Films and Australia's Mind Blowing Films have announced the project. Aamir Khan Productions has announced Silkyara 41 , a film based on one of India's most remarkable rescue missions. Directed by Kabir Khan, the film revisits the 17-day ope

The UK has designated Microsoft, Google, Amazon and Oracle as critical third-party suppliers to the financial sector. The firms will come under direct regulatory oversight from July 13. The move aims to reduce risks from cyber attacks and major technology outages. The UK is tightening its grip on the technology companies that power much of the country's financial system, placing four of the world's biggest cloud providers under direct regulatory oversight. The UK cloud regulation move will see M

Highlights Love Island winner Cach Mercer has joined the Strictly Come Dancing 2026 line-up. The social media star, known for his viral dance videos, is the fifth celebrity confirmed for the new series. Mercer says he is looking forward to learning ballroom dancing and performing the Foxtrot. Cach Mercer won over the public to become the 2025 Love Island champion. Now, the reality TV star is hoping to strike the same chord with viewers as he joins the celebrity line-up for Strictly Come Dancing

Louisa May Alcotts classic Little Women has seen its share of adaptations, but Rachael Fernandess debut novel, The Sharma Sisters, breathes fresh, contemporary life into a familiar framework. Moving the March family dynamics to the vibrant, multi-layered backdrop of London, Fernandes delivers a deeply moving coming-of-age story that centres on a British Indian family as they navigate love, ambition, and profound grief. The narrative introduces us to four distinct sisters, each striving to define

INDIAN sailors who spent months trapped in the Gulf during the Middle East war are wary of returning to the region, even as an interim ceasefire has allowed commercial traffic to resume through the Strait of Hormuz. India sends out hundreds of thousands of seafarers each year and is one of the largest contributors of crew to global merchant shipping. More than 320,000 Indians (nearly 12 per cent of the global workforce) were working in the sector in 2025, according to the shipping ministry. War

Norways talismanic striker Erling Haaland has rejected assertions that historical narrative or stadium demographics will dictate the outcome of his sides highly anticipated FIFA World Cup quarter-final showdown against England in Miami this Saturday. The pre-match discourse has been heavily dominated by historical metaphors, with commentators drawing tongue-in-cheek parallels between the ancient Stamford Bridge conflict of 1066where 300 Norsemen famously fought an overwhelming army of 60,000 Eng

MEMBERS of the British Asian communities have been urged to share their memories of the late Queen as part of the Queen Elizabeth Digital Memorial project led by the Cabinet Office. The online archive reached a new milestone last month with the publication of public recollections, new historical material, and a fully searchable record of her official engagements, an official statement said. Available at www.queenelizabeth.com, the project included a first selection of memories submitted by peopl

Highlights Lionsgate launches a worldwide casting search for Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura. Destin Daniel Cretton is writing and directing the live-action adaptation. Creator Masashi Kishimoto says he is eager to meet the actors who will bring his characters to life. For fans who have dreamed of stepping into the world of Naruto , that opportunity may now be within reach. Lionsgate has launched a global casting search for the lead roles in its live-action adaptation of the iconic manga, opening the

Students claim they have lost up to 10,000 after GVI cancelled all programmes. Anonymous participants told The Guardian they were encouraged to pay by bank transfer before the company shut down. Overseas conservation projects are also reportedly facing major funding shortfalls. Students who booked overseas gap year programmes and conservation volunteering placements through GVI have been left facing significant financial losses after the company entered liquidation on July 1, cancelling all curr