Mountainous region, national park and UNESCO World Heritage site in Cumbria, England
Outlander actors reflect on early scene practices, the introduction of intimacy coordinators, and the industry’s evolving approach to nude scenes. The conversation, held at Pitlochry Festival Theatre in Scotland, also touches on the series’ end and potential future projects.
New research using canopy lasers has mapped earthworks across the Amazon, suggesting the Anquiry civilization supported 1.25 to 3 million people at its peak and built a network of geoglyphs and roads with ceremonial centers. The findings challenge the idea of an untouched rainforest and imply a long and complex precolonial society.
Bloomberg reports on the Indian aerospace and media sectors, highlighting Netflix India’s large-scale production on Operation Safed Sagar, IndiGo’s fleet considerations with Embraer E2s, Tata Group’s appointment of a new CEO for Air India, and Cooper’s challenges with her podcast business.
Strathmore Hotels is placed under joint administration as eight hotels, including Perth’s Salutation Hotel, trade while options for the business are reviewed. The move follows sustained creditor pressure and a winding up petition in July; 410 staff are being retained as the portfolio continues operating.
A roundup of UK travel features highlights scenic routes, coastlines and towns from multiple outlets, focusing on accessible nature, iconic landscapes and local culture. The pieces span Gleneagles in Scotland, Lake District gems, Edinburgh’s outdoor scene, and Shetland’s northern beauty.
UK researchers have developed nitinol-based super-elastic cranial springs for severe craniosynostosis, enabling less invasive skull reshaping in children. Rory Potter becomes the first patient to receive the customized springs, with follow-up showing rapid recovery and a reduced need for future surgery. The approach combines CT-guided modelling with bespoke devices at Great Ormond Street Hospital and UCL.
An 18-year-old former Glentoran goalkeeper has signed with Viterbese in Serie D after a 2,000-mile van journey seeking trials across Europe. Debuting with a clean sheet, he aims to help the club rebound to Serie C and grow his career.