Mysterious ‘Scattered Spider’ Linked to Aviation Hacking Incidents

A mysterious hacker group, identified as Scattered Spider by Google’s Mandiant Consulting, is suspected of targeting WestJet in a recent incident. Google’s chief technology officer Charles Carmakal stated that the company has seen multiple incidents resembling the operations of UNC3944 or Scattered Spider. He warned that organizations in the airline and transportation sector should take … Read more

Kneecap Bring Boozy Hilarity and Musical Triumph to Glastonbury

Kneecap’s appearance at last year’s Glastonbury was a highly anticipated event, with the band widely acclaimed for their unique blend of humor and music. However, their provocative comments about Palestine and Conservative MPs have sparked intense debate, drawing strong opinions from both the prime minister and the leader of the opposition. The controversy surrounding Kneecap … Read more

Why Nike’s Four-Minute Mile Hype Misled Women’s Sports

Faith Kipyegon’s historic attempt to run a mile in under four minutes on Thursday in Paris ended in disappointment, with the Kenyan athlete failing to break the barrier by 1.2 seconds. While the outcome was not surprising, the hype surrounding the event and its marketing campaign have raised questions about the role of science, media … Read more

Europe Braces for Record-Breaking Heat Wave

A severe heat wave is gripping Europe, with southern countries like Spain, Italy, and Greece expected to face temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit). High temperatures will affect the entire Mediterranean region, from the Iberian Peninsula to the Balkans. Spain’s AEMET state weather service has forecast temperatures of up to 43 C in … Read more

Warriors Make Qualifying Offer to Jonathan Kuminga

The Golden State Warriors have made forward Jonathan Kuminga the $7.9 million qualifying offer, ensuring he will enter restricted free agency. This move kicks off a crucial period in Kuminga’s career as he weighs his options. Kuminga, 22, has averaged 12.5 points per game over four seasons with the Warriors, including being part of their … Read more

Germany Faces Bureaucratic Hurdles Over Rifling Laws

Germany is struggling to overcome its complex defence laws, which have been in place for seven years. The country’s rifle registration process has become a major obstacle, with many citizens frustrated by the bureaucracy involved. To access essential digital content from the Financial Times, including news and analysis on this issue, readers can sign up … Read more

Rob McElhenney Files to Change Name to ‘Rob Mac’

Actor Rob McElhenney has filed to legally change his name to “Rob Mac” due to concerns about pronunciation in foreign business negotiations. The creator of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and star of the show, McElhenney wants to make the change despite initial reservations about altering his family’s heritage. He discovered that some relatives had … Read more

Tesla Makes Autonomous Drive History with New Model Y Delivery

A Tesla Model Y crossover made history by driving itself from its factory in Austin, Texas, to a customer’s home across town on June 27. According to CEO Elon Musk, this was the first time such an autonomous drive was attempted in the industry. The vehicle, which did not have any people or remote operators … Read more