Wally Funk, Mercury 13 Pioneer and Oldest Woman in Space, Dies at 87
Wally Funk, trailblazing pilot and Mercury 13 member who flew to space at 82 with Blue Origin, has died at 87 in Grapevine, Texas.
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Monsoon Triggers Dual Threat: California Dry Lightning and India Downpours
The North American monsoon brings dry lightning and fire risk to California while torrential rains disrupt life across India. Forecasters warn of contrasting ha
Mara Brock Akil on Oprah Podcast, $50M Girlfriends Film, and Healing Through Writing
Mara Brock Akil reveals childhood abuse with Oprah, details a $50 million budget need for a Girlfriends film, and discusses her debut novel.
Celtic Go All Out for Kieron Bowie as Verona Slaps £13m Price Tag on Striker
Celtic are reportedly preparing a bumper bid for Scotland striker Kieron Bowie, but Hellas Verona want £13m for the 23-year-old after Serie A relegation.
Padel Sport Surges: Qatar to Host World Cups as UK Court Numbers Explode
Padel sport hits new highs: Qatar secures 2026 and 2028 FIP World Cups, while UK participation soars to 860,000, driving new court construction in Peterborough.
Timms review declares PIP disability benefits system ‘not working’
Government Timms review finds PIP benefits broken, dehumanising, and recommends radical overhaul. Final report due autumn 2026.
Chris Packham on Evolution: New BBC Series Aims to Rewrite Natural History TV
Chris Packham returns to BBC Two with 'Evolution', a five-part series tracing 4 billion years of life through five iconic animals. Premieres July 13.
Obsidian Fallout Game Reportedly in Development After Avowed Sequel Canceled
Xbox reportedly shifts Obsidian Entertainment resources to a new Fallout game after canceling the Avowed sequel, aiming to revitalize the franchise.
Ryanair Brussels to Porto Flight Diverts to Paris After Emergency Signal
Ryanair flight FR1386 from Brussels to Porto declared an emergency and diverted to Paris Beauvais. The crew squawked 7700 mid-flight. Details remain limited.
Edinburgh Fire: Historic Princes Street Building Engulfed in Huge Blaze
A major fire has gutted a historic building on Edinburgh's Princes Street. Fire crews are tackling the blaze as transport is disrupted and smoke fills the city.
US and Iran Trade New Strikes as Trump Declares Ceasefire ‘Over’
US and Iran exchange fresh strikes after Trump ends ceasefire. 90 Iranian targets hit; Tehran retaliates against Gulf allies. Escalation threatens regional stab
Mahmood Plans Law Change to Deport Rochdale Grooming Gang Ringleader
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood moves to close a legal loophole blocking the deportation of Shabir Ahmed, the Rochdale grooming gang ringleader.