Emma Barnett reveals she ‘had the hysterectomy I never wanted to have’
The BBC Radio 4 Today programme presenter explained her recent absence on her return on Wednesday. Source: BBC News
Month: August 2026
Christian metal band Demon Hunter sue Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters
The band say they face "an existential crisis" after the success of the K-pop-inspired Netflix film. Source: BBC News
Inflation is heating up but don’t expect another crisis
Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months. Source:…
OpenAI slows down training after its AI carried out hack
The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place. Source: BBC News
Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and RED Driving School investigated over ‘drip pricing’
The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront…
Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
The 2.9% rise in inflation in July had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran…
Mushroom murderer trial undermined by ‘catastrophic’ hotel mix-up, appeal court told
Erin Patterson's defence team appeal against her conviction for killing relatives with a beef Wellington laced with toxic mushrooms. Source:…
‘I’m not sure who I am’ – Bake Off winner in shock after bipolar diagnosis
Georgina Grasso said she is taking some time to understand bipolar disorder after receiving her diagnosis. Source: BBC News
Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada for three days, saying deal close
The US president says the two sides are finalising documents to avert import taxes targeting a range of Canadian goods.…
Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada and says countries close to a deal
US President Donald Trump said he will delay imposing new tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods for three…