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Road law changes could see fresh restrictions for electric bikes over serious safety fears
New road rules could be rolled out for electric bikes in the near future amid support for a recently released report that warned of safety issues.The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) has published a new briefing for ministers stating that high-powered electric bikes could pose serious dangers.It specifically cites issues around illegal electric bikes, which exceed the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle (EAPC) definition, which is causing "immediate and escalating risks"...
Tube strike chaos: Timeline of bitter row between RMT and TfL as walkouts are called off
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Soldier who died at Royal Windsor Horse Show was ‘exceptional jockey’
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2 arrested after breaking into Punch the monkey enclosure in Japan, zoo says
U.S. news2 arrested after breaking into Punch the monkey enclosure in Japan, zoo saysImages and videos online showed a person wearing a bright blue suit and a smiley-face mask scaling the fence and jumping into the Japanese zoo. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Punch, a baby macaque, who resides at Ichikawa City Zoo in Chiba, Japan.@ichikawa_zoo via XShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 18, 2026, 11:25 AM EDTBy Rebecca CohenTwo people were arrested in Japan after breaking into the v...
Tata-ASML deal: How significant is it for India’s semiconductor push?
The agreement reflects India’s ambition to enter a sector dominated by a handful of global powers.
The Supreme Court avoids taking up a fight over Voting Rights Act enforcement for now
After recently weakening the Voting Rights Act, the Supreme Court avoided for now taking up a legal question that may severely limit enforcement of the law's remaining protections for minority voters.(Image credit: Jemal Countess)
AEW star MVP bringing pro wrestling expertise and authenticity to BZZR
MVP has been the voice behind All Elite Wrestling (AEW) stars Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin since all three pro wrestlers entered the company in 2024, and now he’s taken his mic skills to a new social media platform."Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze" podcast and show will be released on BZZR each Friday ahead of their episodes going on YouTube. BZZR is one of the newest social media platforms to hit the internet vowing to unite sports fans and cut out the noise.ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAK...
Relief For Adani Group, US Sanctions Probe Ends In $275 Million Settlement
Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL), the flagship firm of the conglomerate helmed by billionaire Gautam Adani, "agreed to pay USD 275 million to settle its potential civil liability for apparent violations of OFAC sanctions on Iran".
Muir to seek support to end NI Water protection from environmental penalties
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Inside story of how serial rapist, aged only 20, was brought to justice: 'Bullied schoolboy' is unmasked as monster behind three sex attacks - as victim-blaming comment to cops catches him out
Inside story of how serial rapist, aged only 20, was brought to justice: 'Bullied schoolboy' is unmasked as monster behind three sex attacks - as victim-blaming comment to cops catches him outKobi Shaw lured victim to notorious forest after dark Ex-schoolboy preyed on children via social mediaREAD MORE: Teenage son reveals unspeakable pain in message to his killer dadBy PAUL SHAPIRO, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 16:02, 18 May 2026 | Updated: 16:02, 18 May 2026 e-mail View comments
UAE launches country's largest government training programme targeting 80,000 federal employees
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cabinet today launched the country’s largest government training programme targeting 80,000 federal employees as part of a national transformation drive aimed at integrating AI into half of all government services and operations.The initiative was announced during a Cabinet meeting held at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.Get updated faster and for FREE: Dow...
Actor Javier Bardem accuses Trump, Netanyahu of 'f---ing toxic male behavior' over Gaza, Iran
Actor Javier Bardem accused President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of pushing "f---ing male toxic behavior" over their actions in Gaza and Iran.While promoting his new film, "The Beloved," at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday, Bardem described the dangers of toxic masculinity and how leaders like Trump have demonstrated it by attempting to "bomb the s---" out of other countries."There is an average of two women killed monthly by their ex-husbands or ex-boyfriends o...
2026 ACM Awards red carpet: Every look from country music’s biggest night
Country music’s biggest stars hit the red carpet at the 2026 ACM Awards, showcasing everything from classic glamour to bold modern fashion. See standout looks from Lainey Wilson, Ella Langley, Shania Twain and more.
Cate Blanchett mourns how #MeToo got 'killed very quickly,' still 'systemic layer of abuse'
Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett mourned on Sunday how the #MeToo era was "killed very quickly" after its rise in 2017."There are a lot of people with platforms who are able to speak up with relative safety and say, ‘This has happened to me,’ and the so-called average woman on the street is saying ‘MeToo,’" Blanchett said at the Cannes Film Festival."Why does that get shut down?" she continued. "What it revealed is a systemic layer of abuse, not only in this industry but in all industries, a...
Trump drops IRS lawsuit, paving the way for a settlement
Law Trump drops IRS lawsuit, paving the way for a settlement May 18, 202610:58 AM ET Carrie Johnson The Internal Revenue Service building is seen in February 2025 in Washington, D.C. Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images President Trump is moving to dismiss a $10 billion lawsuit he filed against the IRS over the leak of his tax returns, according to a court filing. That could pave the way for a big settlement with the government he leads even as et...
UAE’s most expensive Eid hotel stays top Dh250,000 a night
Dubai: As millions of travellers prepare for the Eid Al Adha break, some of the UAE’s most exclusive hotels are offering stays priced higher than luxury supercars, with one suite in Dubai reaching Dh250,000 ($68,000) a night during the holiday season.The sharp rise is due to the growing demand for ultra-luxury travel experiences in the Emirates, where Dubai and Abu Dhabi continue to position themselves among the world’s leading high-end tourism destinations. Get updated faster and for FREE: Down...
Morgan Wallen fans erupt with rage after country star is snubbed at popular awards show
Morgan Wallen was iced out Sunday at the ACM Awards, and country music fans aren't happy.Wallen, who was not in attendance, entered the night nominated for the following major awards:COUNTRY MUSIC STAR CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH SPICY SWIMSUIT PHOTOThe "Tennessee Fan" singer ended the night without a single win, and it seemingly reinforced the idea he's not getting the respect he deserves from country music award shows.After all, we're talking about a man whose latest album – "I'm the Problem" – w...
Creators HQ, Meta launch first MENA partnership to boost family digital safety on Instagram
Dubai: Creators HQ, the first dedicated creators’ hub in the UAE and the Middle East, operating under Visioneers, the UAE’s largest content management and development platform, announced the launch of a strategic partnership with Meta to promote digital safety and family protection on Instagram. The partnership is the first initiative of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa region and aims to enhance digital awareness among parents while protecting children and teenagers from digital ris...
Syrian man charged after woman allegedly raped on Brighton Beach
A Syrian man has been charged after a woman was allegedly raped on Brighton Beach earlier this month.The 21-year-old victim was reportedly attacked opposite the four-star Grand Hotel at around 2am on May 3.Sussex Police received a report of the alleged attack the following morning. A man was then arrested on suspicion of rape on May 14, and remanded into custody.Bilal Alkadour, 35, has now been charged with sexual assault, assault by penetration and rape of a woman aged 16 years or over in relat...
Cutting calories? Nutritionist warns against mistake that 'slows weight loss or stops it completely'
Those attempting to shed pounds by dramatically slashing their food intake may be unwittingly sabotaging their own efforts, according to nutrition experts.Registered dietitian Lindsay Allen has warned that extreme calorie restriction can bring weight loss to a grinding halt."Eating too little over time slows your weight loss or stops it completely because your body lowers its metabolic rate and preserves energy for your survival," Allen told GB News.The counterintuitive phenomenon occurs when pr...