Author: Vidya Saras

Emerson Palmieri’s time in English football may be drawing to a close, with Lazio reportedly interested in bringing the experienced left-back back to Serie A.The 30-year-old Italian international, who featured 31 times for West Ham United in the 2024/25 Premier League season and contributed two goals, is now being lined up for a potential switch to Rome.According to La Repubblica, as relayed by LazioNews, Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri is keen to reunite with Emerson, a player he previously worked with during his managerial stint at Chelsea.Sarri has maintained a strong admiration for the defender who cannot only play as a…

Kasra NajiSpecial correspondent, BBC PersianXinhua/ShutterstockThousands of people are fleeing Tehran as Israel continues with its air strikesFear and stress are evident in my sister’s voice in Tehran, despite the crackling, intermittent WhatsApp connection that – miraculously – still works from time to time.Clarity is what she wants from me, knowing I am a journalist with the BBC in London.”What is going to happen? What should we do?” she asks. US President Donald Trump has said people in Tehran should evacuate. “Is he serious?”Since Thursday night, Tehran has come under repeated bombardment by Israeli planes, which seem to be flying freely…

Sister Wives star Kody Brown tends to paint a picture of life in the colors that suit him at the time, and Christine Brown called him on one of his recent embellishments in the last One-on-One from Season 19. Kody got all emotional when talking about meeting Robyn, and he said he had never felt like that before. But he seems to forget he told a different story years back, and it’s documented in his own words. Sister Wives: Kody Brown Shoots Fireworks More Than Once On the last Sister Wives episode of the season, Kody Brown became overwhelmed with…

UK inflation edged down to 3.4 per cent in May, slightly lower than April’s 3.5 per cent, in a sign that price pressures across the economy are gradually easing—though inflation remains well above the Bank of England’s 2 per cent target. The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) also showed a fall in core inflation, which strips out volatile categories like food, energy, alcohol and tobacco. Core inflation dropped to 3.5 per cent, from 3.8 per cent in the previous month, offering policymakers some encouragement that underlying pressures are starting to subside. Services inflation, a key metric…

Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeYour guide to what Trump’s second term means for Washington, business and the world“Anyone slobbering for the US to become fully involved in the Israel/Iran war is not America First/Maga . . . We are sick and tired of foreign wars.”Those are the words of congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene — normally regarded as one of Donald Trump’s most loyal followers. They highlight the deep split that has emerged inside the Maga movement as the US president warms to the idea of using America’s military might against Iran.For many of Trump’s most ardent supporters that would be a…

The Disney Experiences video library, which already includes POV ride-alongs for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and a Galaxy’s Edge ambiance stroll, will soon add more attractions from across the Disneyland Resort. It’s perfect for the fans who transform their living rooms, classrooms, and office cubicles into their ride vehicles and you’ll be able to make a whole virtual grand circle tour of the park when the new videos hit the streamer July 17—which is Disneyland’s 70th birthday. Here’s the list of walkthrough POVs hitting Disney+ if you’re chasing a particular type of Disney dopamine hit: • Pirates of…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure While Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade near its all-time highs (ATHs), trading volume on major exchanges has sharply declined in recent months. This downturn has raised concerns about the sustainability of the current rally. Bitcoin Trading Volume On Exchanges Slumps In a recent CryptoQuant Quicktake post, contributor caueconomy highlighted the significant drop in BTC trading volume across top cryptocurrency exchanges. Notably, trading volumes have reached multi-year lows, reflecting a reduced appetite for trading – particularly among retail investors. Source: CryptoQuant The analyst partly attributed the decline in…

Welcome to this week’s eth2 quick update! A handful of new eth2 testnets have come online and last week I had them all running on my laptop. There is still plenty of work to be done, but this is getting real :). tldr; Comprehensive Phase 0 audit to be conducted by Least Authority We are excited to announce an upcoming eth2 spec audit to be conducted by Least Authority. This is a comprehensive security audit of the eth2 core Phase 0 specifications focusing on critical items such as Denial of Service (DoS) attacks, resource misuse attacks that could lead to…

Metaverse platform The Sandbox has rolled out a new trivia game template as part of its Game Maker 0.11 update, enabling creators to design interactive quiz-style games within the platform’s virtual environment.Rather than using traditional menu-based interfaces, the template relies on player movement and timed responses inside a 3D space. Players must physically move their in-game avatars to stand on tiles representing their chosen answers. Incorrect answers result in elimination, turning the quiz into a survival-based challenge.The template is fully editable, allowing users to input their own questions and adjust the format to suit different types of gameplay. Source: The…

The financial sector is undergoing a major shift towards sustainability, and digital banks are leading the charge in reducing carbon emissions. Black Banx is revolutionizing the banking sector with its groundbreaking Green Revolution, demonstrating that its ambitions extend far beyond traditional banking. This innovative approach encompasses a comprehensive strategy aimed at achieving net zero emissions by 2030, reflecting a deep commitment to environmental sustainability.  From unique work culture initiatives to proactive supply chain emissions management and significant investments in decarbonization, Black Banx is setting a new standard in eco-conscious banking, aligning its rapid growth and global reach with a profound…