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Key eventsBahrain’s defence force has condemned Iran’s “repeated attacks targeting (its) civilians”, as it confirmed the country’s air defence systems intercepted and destroyed a number of Iranian missile and drone attacks launched this morning.“With unwavering resolve and high combat readiness, the Bahrain defence force’s air defence systems intercepted and destroyed several treacherous Iranian aerial attacks today,” it said in a statement.“The General Command also urges everyone to exercise caution, avoid approaching any strange or suspicious objects resulting from the remnants of the brutal Iranian aggression, and report them immediately.”“The General Command emphasizes that the deliberate use of missiles and drones…

The US launched another round of air strikes against Iran on Saturday night, targeting its coastal surveillance and air defence facilities, US military officials said.Iranian state media said Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz had been struck. Centcom said it also targeted Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) responsible for the attack that killed two US troops in Jordan on Friday, where another service member remains missing. In response to the latest strikes, Iran’s army said it carried out drone attacks on two US bases in Kuwait, according to state media. Bahrain has said it intercepted aerial attacks.The US and Iran…

DETROIT, MICHIGAN – OCTOBER 27: Jahmyr Gibbs #26 of the Detroit Lions celebrates while scoring a rushing touchdown in the first quarter of a game against the Tennessee Titans at Ford Field on October 27, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Getty ImagesAfter going over just two teams with a bye in week five, there’s a lot more as we look ahead to week six. That number doubles with four teams having a bye in week six this year.Those teams are the Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins.Now that we’ve gone over the teams, here…

Now, if you want to, you can use Google’s 3D emoji in your own creations. The company shared some details about how it went about designing the little pictograms and why, as part of World Emoji Day on Friday. Things you might not necessarily worry about in a 2D illustration suddenly become very important when you’re talking about a 3D model. Is a smiley face a sphere? A mask? A flat disc?In addition to offering a behind-the-scenes look at Google’s design process, it also announced that it would be completely open-sourcing the emoji set:We’re handing over raw .OBJ files to…

When the BBC first announced its intention to move a significant chunk of its operation to Salford in Greater Manchester – the “Out of London” plan, as the then director general Mark Thompson called it in 2004, with a faint “here be dragons” whiff – there were plenty in the organisation who were scornful that it could ever work.Senior staff would never leave the capital. Star talent wouldn’t dream of travelling. It “didn’t take a brain surgeon”, said the Breakfast presenter and Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris Hollins, to see that the prime minister would never appear in person.Jeremy Clarkson,…

Other options for Burnham include scrapping the Energy Profits Levy (EPL), or windfall tax. This was introduced when prices spiked at the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It has a headline rate of 78%, which is taken whether oil and gas prices are high or low.The industry says it makes the North Sea one of the least favourable in the world for investors and there is strong evidence that investment has certainly dried up in those years.It’s due to be replaced in 2030 by another windfall tax, which operators like more because it’s only triggered when prices are high…

In England’s dramatic World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina, Tuchel opted to start Morgan Rogers on the right, and the Aston Villa forward initially justified his selection by setting up Anthony Gordon’s opening goal early in the second half.The Three Lions looked on course for a first World Cup final in 60 years before Tuchel switched to a more defensive shape midway through the second half. Argentina seized control, with Enzo Fernandez levelling in the 85th minute before Lautaro Martinez headed Lionel Messi’s cross home in stoppage time to complete a remarkable comeback.Saka warmed up during the closing stages but…

Freddy Cannon, the rock and roller whose hits include “Palisades Park” and “Tallahassee Lassie,” has died. He was 89. Cannon died Friday at a hospice facility in California, his friend, iHeart Radio’s Tom Cuddy, announced. Cuddy said that Cannon was scheduled to interview with DJ Cousin Brucie Morrow on July 11, however he was taken to the hospital a day before the appearance. The rocker, who was nicknamed Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon, was born on Dec. 4, 1936, in Lynn, Massachusetts, where he started his music career. An early recording of the soon-to-be hit track “Tallahassee Lassie” intrigued Dick Clark.…

As Nigeria undertakes this historic reform of its policing architecture, we must resist the temptation to focus only on decentralising power. Equally important is democratising accountability. A decentralised police system without democratic oversight merely relocates power; it does not necessarily make policing better. But a decentralised police service anchored on broad-based democratic accountability has the potential to transform policing into what it ought to be, a truly public institution that exists to serve, protect, and earn the trust of the Nigerian people. Some of us have consistently argued that many of the pressing challenges confronting Nigeria are rooted in the…

The 2026 World Cup final will feature two live performances: one before kickoff and another at half-time.The match will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday, July 19, with some of the world’s biggest musicians taking the stage as part of the celebrations.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listHere is what to know:When is the World Cup 2026 final?The World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will take place on Sunday, July 19.Kickoff is scheduled for 3pm local time in East Rutherford, New Jersey, which is 19:00 GMT.The match will be played at MetLife Stadium, home…