Jodrell Bank’s Lovell telescope faces axe in science cuts, BBC understands
BBC News Despite its age, continuous upgrades have kept the Lovell telescope at the cutting edge of astronomical research. It is the third largest steerable radio telescope in the world, and its science was supercharged when it was connected to six other telescopes across central England, to create the e-MERLIN network. Joined together these UK […]
Some of the UK’s most unusual hot air balloons ahead of fiesta
BBC News Hot air balloons have been a defining feature of Bristol’s skyline for nearly 60 years. The city is the birthplace of the modern hot air balloon, dating back to 1967 when the Bristol Belle was built and flown in the area. Over the years, many weird and wonderfully shaped balloons have graced the […]
The Odyssey: Millions see leaked copy of movie on X
BBC News “The whole Odyssey film in an embedded video on Twitter. Crazy,” wrote someone in a post on X. “Someone leaked The Odyssey movie in HD. I thought it was fake but it’s true,” said another user. The Hollywood Reporter said, external a lower-quality version appeared on X on Sunday, and was removed two […]
Businessman and philanthropist Sir Ian Wood dies aged 84
BBC News The Aberdeen-based businessman and philanthropist Sir Ian Wood has died aged 84, his family has announced. Sir Ian was one of the UK oil and gas industry’s most respected leaders, who turned his family’s fishing boat repair yard into a global engineering player in the North Sea and internationally. He retired as chief […]
Micky van de Ven: Tottenham spending highlights ‘new ambition’ after ‘unacceptable’ season
BBC News Tottenham had three managers last season, with Thomas Frank managing less than eight months in charge before being sacked after a dismal start to the season. Interim manager Igor Tudor left the club after 44 days before De Zerbi took over with seven games of the season remaining. Frank struggled to connect with […]
Bill Oddie: TV presenter dies at 85
BBC News TV presenter and comedian Bill Oddie has died at the age of 85, his agent has said. In a statement, David Foster said: “It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of Bill Oddie, the country’s best-loved birder. “Bill was a multi-talented celebrity – wildlife presenter, broadcaster, comedian, writer, songwriter, musician […]
