Capcom has announced the return of Elena, a popular character from classic titles, as part of the Street Fighter 6 Year 1-2 Character Pass. The new version of Elena is set to release on June 5, 2025, for PC and Nintendo Switch 2. Elena, a Capoeira dancer from Kenya, brings her unique style to the … Read more
South Sudan’s fragile peace has been strained to breaking point by clashes between government and opposition forces, with the country teetering on the brink of full-scale civil war. The UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan has warned that a return to conflict would have devastating consequences for the region. The crisis began when President Salva … Read more
US President Donald Trump has paused his reciprocal tariffs on Chinese imports for 90 days, sending European markets soaring in response. However, the reprieve may be short-lived as traders weigh up the ongoing uncertainty and potential risks to global trade. The Nasdaq’s $4 trillion gain in market cap suggests a positive mood among markets, but … Read more
Google has shared more information about the design of its upcoming Pixel 9a phone, including alternative designs for the rear camera bump. The company explored various shapes to withstand drops and impact, with a final design featuring a minimally domed pill shape at the center of the top row. The new design is closer to … Read more
The UK government has taken a significant step to ensure the country’s steel resilience by introducing new laws that give it control over the operation of Scunthorpe site. The move comes after US President Donald Trump’s stance on tariffs and security led to increased emphasis from the government. In an extraordinary move, the government is … Read more
Estonia has detained a Russian-linked oil tanker called the Kiwala near Tallinn for violating maritime law regulations. The vessel, part of Moscow’s “shadow fleet,” had been operating under the flag of Djibouti but was found to be flying without a valid flag. According to Estonian authorities, the crew provided a fake flag certificate, which was … Read more
A recent attempt by Lavazza to offer an affordable espresso for just £4 has left consumers in a state of frustration, with the company now warning of potential patience issues among customers. The low-cost shot has sparked debate about value for money and customer expectations. Lavazza is offering an annual subscription deal that provides access … Read more
The University of Hong Kong and its affiliated centre, the InnoHK Centre for Virology, Vaccinology and Therapeutics, have developed a nasal spray vaccine against H5N1 avian influenza. The breakthrough comes as the world is still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, with scientists warning that new pandemics are inevitable. The H5N1 virus has spread globally since … Read more
OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, alleging that he used “bad-faith tactics” to slow down its business and gain control over cutting-edge AI technology. The move opens up a new front in the ongoing battle between two Silicon Valley giants. Musk sued OpenAI CEO Sam Altman last year to stop him from changing … Read more
The much-anticipated Broadway musical adaptation of Smash, a show that originated as a soap opera about rival actresses vying for a role in a Marilyn Monroe-themed production, has finally arrived. While it boasts impressive performances and catchy music, the new iteration falls short of its original potential. The creators made significant changes to the story, … Read more