Entertainment
BBC Apologises for Broadcasting Racial Slur During Bafta Film Awards
The BBC has issued an apology after failing to edit a racial slur from its Bafta Film Awards coverage. The offensive language was shouted by Tourette syndrome campaigner John Davidson during the ceremony.
Sports
Mexican Women's Football Match Suspended Amid Cartel Violence Fears
A women's football match in Mexico was suspended after reports of gunfire near the stadium, later attributed to car exhausts. The incident occurred amid widespread cartel violence following the death of drug lord El Mencho.
Politics
Adam Deacon Slams BAFTAs Over Rising Star Montage Exclusion
Actor Adam Deacon has launched a scathing attack on the BAFTAs, claiming he was the only former winner omitted from the Rising Star montage. The Kidulthood star questioned the decision on social media, linking it to his past exposure of a sexual predator.
Crime
Police Use Google Keyword Warrants to Identify Suspects, Sparking Privacy Debate
Law enforcement agencies are increasingly using 'reverse keyword' warrants to ask Google for data on users who searched for crime-related terms, raising significant privacy concerns.
Health
Weather
NYC Mayor Declares Emergency and Travel Ban for Blizzard
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has declared a local state of emergency and issued a travel ban as the city prepares for its first dangerous blizzard in over a decade, with up to 24 inches of snow forecast.
NYC Mayor Declares Emergency and Implements Travel Ban
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has declared a local state of emergency and ordered a travel ban as the city prepares for its worst blizzard in over a decade, with schools closed and non-essential vehicles restricted.
Thailand Hit by 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake After Borneo Quake
A significant magnitude 6.5 earthquake has struck Thailand, as reported by the German Research Centre for Geosciences. This seismic event follows a magnitude 6.8 quake in Borneo, highlighting regional tectonic activity.
US Northeast Braces for Blizzard with Heavy Snow and High Winds
A severe winter storm is hitting the US Northeast, with blizzard warnings from Maryland to Massachusetts, over 6,000 flights cancelled, and residents urged to stay indoors.
East Coast Blizzard: 12,000 Flights Delayed, 18 Inches Snow Forecast
A severe nor'easter batters the East Coast, causing massive flight cancellations and delays while forecasters predict up to 18 inches of snow and dangerous blizzard conditions across multiple states.
UK Geography Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
Challenge yourself with 100 multiple-choice questions about the geography of the United Kingdom. Perfect for students, travelers, and geography enthusiasts.