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A US magistrate has denied Andrew and Tristan Tate’s motion for release, saying their wealth and frequent travel make them "quintessential flight risks." The brothers have been held in Miami since July 18 while UK extradition and Romanian proceedings continue; the UK has until 16 September to submit its full extradition request.
Monty Don has announced he is stepping down as head gardener of Gardeners’ World at the end of the current series. The BBC says he has inspired millions with his warmth and passion for gardening, and he will continue to work with the BBC on other projects while pursuing new ventures.
Joshua Wong has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to collude with foreign forces in Hong Kong's High Court and faces additional years behind bars while already serving a four-year, eight-month sentence for a separate national security conviction. Rights groups and supporters say the new charge is designed to extend his detention and chill dissent across the city.
Berkshire Hathaway has expanded its Alphabet stake and outlines how it plans to use energy assets to support hyperscale computing, while facing renewed community resistance to data-centre projects. Abel says Berkshire will sell energy to AI customers only if it wouldn’t raise costs for other customers, and Buffett’s Alphabet investment continues to loom large as AI reshapes the portfolio.
Rockstar has released a 26–30 minute "extended look" of Grand Theft Auto VI on Netflix and then on YouTube, after a wave of unauthorised leaks. Netflix and Twitch have reported heavy traffic and brief outages. Preorders have exceeded $260m, investors have pushed Take-Two shares higher, and debate is returning to digital-only distribution and leak-driven spoilers ahead of the Nov. 19 launch.
Tributes have poured in following Dolly Parton’s death at 80, with fans and peers sharing memories and AI-generated tributes raising ethical questions. Parton’s family highlights the need for compassion and respect amid a flood of content, while friends and industry figures reflect on her business legacy and philanthropy.
Good Good has parted ways with its CEO and president after a controversial Callaway ad that depicted violence toward a woman, triggering retailer pullouts, sponsorship fallout, and management changes. Interim leadership is installed as the company maps a path forward.
Multiple sources report President Trump is calling for a federal production incentive to spur U.S. film and TV production, arguing it will bring jobs back to America. The idea has drawn support from SAG-AFTRA, IATSE, the Teamsters and lawmakers, as California expands film incentives to remain competitive.
The BBC has decided to discontinue Ski Sunday as part of a broader review of sport output. The programme, a staple since 1978, is being replaced by digital-first coverage of winter sports across BBC platforms, with more online content and live rights preserved for major events.
The Grand Tour has a new trio of hosts: Francis Bourgeois, Thomas Holland and James Engelsman have stepped into Clarkson, Hammond and May’s roles. The team has worked to win over fans, with Clarkson making a cameo and the newcomers stressing the show’s car-enthusiast core as they premiere on Prime Video.
A set of interviews shows AI is central to engineering and software workflows. Leaders describe governance, the shift from coding to orchestration, and the ongoing need for human review as automation scales.
Three hikers stranded on Mount Shasta after relying on AI for planning have been rescued. Officials say the incident underscores risks of overreliance on Gemini and other AI tools, and emphasize planning with local guidance and weather data.
The IPPR study has found that 11- to 24-year-olds in England are increasingly lonely, with one in 20 reporting no close friends. Doomscrolling, housing costs, debt, and austerity contribute to a widening social break, while experts warn that weak social ties hinder development and well-being.
Isar Aerospace’s Spectrum rocket has reached orbit on its second test flight, marking Europe’s first fully commercial launch vehicle to do so. The mission demonstrates industrial-scale production and signals Europe’s move toward independent access to space, with Isar planning to ramp up launches and expand its sites.
Australia is introducing Digital Duty of Care legislation to let people over 16 opt out of algorithmic feeds, aiming to protect children from harmful online content and require platforms to be more transparent. Penalties for non-compliance can reach AU$109.2 million. The plan follows a world-first under-16s ban and echoes similar regulatory pushes in other countries.
KP has joined England’s white-ball coaching staff as a specialist mentor for ODI and T20 teams ahead of next year’s World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The move brings Kevin Pietersen back into England cricket for the first time since 2014, with Brendon McCullum praising the collaboration and Root stressing the value of KP’s experience.
The AfD has finished first in Saxony-Anhalt with about 43–44% of the vote, short of an absolute majority. CDU falls sharply, while BSW hints at possible cooperation. The result challenges Germany’s firewall against governing with the far right and raises questions about future coalition dynamics.
Google has announced a multi-year investment in Finland, funding new data centres in Kajaani, Muhos and Vaala and expanding the Hamina facility to meet surging AI demand. The package includes energy projects and a long-term contract to buy up to 50% of output from the Loviisa nuclear plant through 2050, cementing Finland as a hub for low-carbon AI infrastructure.
Jimmy Kimmel has announced that his interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico will air on YouTube instead of national television, citing FCC scrutiny over equal-time rules. The move follows ongoing clashes between ABC/Disney and the FCC, and underscores a wider fight over access for political candidates on broadcast vs. online platforms.