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NASA's Hubble telescope has imaged the biggest known protoplanetary disk β a giant, chaotic disk of dust and gas around a young star, enough material to form multiple planets. "Planet nurseries can be much more active and chaotic than we expected," said lead researcher Kristina Monsch.
A Falcon 9 lifted off from California at 8:25am PT (4:25pm BST) carrying 25 satellites on a dedicated rideshare mission, marking another busy week for SpaceX's launch cadence.
Dell shares surged 32.76% after raising its full-year revenue outlook to $167bn (~Β£131bn), including $60bn (~Β£47bn) in AI server sales, as data centre demand for Nvidia-powered systems explodes.
Over 28,000 tech employees were laid off globally in May 2026 as companies continue restructuring around AI, with some of the biggest cuts hitting enterprise software and consumer tech firms.
Distilleries are cutting orders and maltsters scaling back contracts amid falling whisky demand, heaping uncertainty on Scottish arable farmers who rely on spring malting barley for their income. US tariffs and oversupply are being blamed.
Farmers and land managers on Exmoor can now apply for government funding through the Local Nature Recovery scheme to restore wildlife-rich habitats while keeping their farms productive.
Sunny and mild (14-17Β°C) β a smart-casual countryside look. An ADPT oversized gothic backprint tee from ASOS (~Β£28), worn under an open Uniqlo Premium Linen Shirt in olive (~Β£40), with dark slim jeans from a charity shop, and Dr. Martens 1460 Pascal boots in black (~Β£150). Dark, layered, breathable β Scottish hillside energy without the midge.
Labour has formally referred allegations that Nigel Farage's phone may have been hacked by Russian state actors to the police, after Reform sources briefed a newspaper over the weekend. Farage has not commented.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch fired back at Tony Blair in an open letter after the former PM accused the government of having "no coherent plan." She told Blair to focus on "things that matter." Starmer separately defended his record against Blair's critique.
Jersey Royals with peas, mint & wild garlic butter β Jersey Royal new potatoes are at their absolute peak right now. Boil them, toss in wild garlic butter with fresh peas and shredded mint. A perfect spring side or light lunch. BBC Good Food has a whole collection, but the classic with mint and butter is unbeatable.
The Amazing Devil β "Inkpot Gods" β Dark theatrical folk from the London duo who sound like a tavern brawl between a poet and a witch. Driving cello, howled vocals, and a chorus that builds into something genuinely unhinged. Fans of Shayfer James and Endless Taverns will feel right at home. βΆοΈ Watch on YouTube
I told my wife she should embrace her mistakes. She gave me a hug.
The heads of the IEA, IMF, World Bank and WTO issued a joint warning that the Iran conflict is hurting vulnerable economies hardest through higher fuel and fertiliser prices, despite the global economy remaining "resilient." Trump says he's making a "final determination" on a peace deal.
A drone crashed into a residential building in the centre of GalaΘi, eastern Romania, wounding two people. NATO said it "stands ready to defend" allied territory as the incident raises fears of escalation near the Ukrainian border.