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Science & Tech
Science doesn’t have a monopoly on good ideas
Scientific disciplines often shy away from asking fundamental "what if" questions. But philosophy – if unencumbered by dogma or ideology – has much to offer evidence-based enquiry
Science & Tech
Suzanne Simard on the wood wide web, connectedness – and Avatar
Rowan Hooper met ecologist Suzanne Simard under an oak tree in Kew Gardens, London, to talk about her new book, criticism of her work, and getting a call from James…
Arts
Boots Riley wants to ‘compel’ and ‘repel’ you with ‘I Love Boosters’
Riley's new film centers on a crew of women who steal from luxury fashion stores and sell the goods at lower cost to people who can't afford retail. He says…
رياضة محلية
Is Archibald Scotland’s greatest female athlete?
Katie Archibald has made the surprise decision to retire from cycling while still at the top of the sport, but where does in leave her on the list of great…
Politics
From tourist tax to digital ID: BBC correspondents on the key bills in the King’s Speech
BBC correspondents look at some of the new bills Sir Keir Starmer's government wants to pass.
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Arrieta beats Eulalio to win epic wet Giro stage
Spain's Igor Arrieta beats Afonso Eulalio of Portugal to win a soaking-wet stage five of the Giro d'Italia after a thrilling breakaway battle.
Science & Tech
Canada’s Mark Carney speaks with Artemis II crew on Earth
The prime minister met Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and other crew members in Ottawa.
Artificial Intelligence
Silicon Valley’s A.I. Lobbying Blitz Reaches a Fever Pitch
OpenAI and Anthropic are opening offices in Washington, hiring lobbyists and spending more than ever to win over federal lawmakers.
2026 Israeli war on Lebanon
Sources: Lebanon-Israel meeting in Washington to extend ceasefire without securing halt in Israeli attacks on south
Israel and Lebanon are preparing to announce the start of an “extended political process,” under United States sponsorship, that will pave the way for direct consultations between the two countries,…
PlayStation
May’s PS Plus Game Catalog additions include Red Dead Redemption 2 and Star Wars Outlaws
Premium members are also getting the classic arcade shooter Time Crisis.
World
Why you could start paying less for electricity
KenGen says strong water levels at key hydro dams could lead to lower electricity tariffs and a stable power supply for Kenyan households and businesses.