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It’s the first week of a new year and there’s no time for the tech world to slowly ease back into things following the holidays. That’s because CES 2026 is in full swing, with all manner of companies descending on Las Vegas to reveal their latest innovations and what they’re planning to bring your way in the near future.Many of the Engadget crew are on the ground to check out as much of the new tech as possible. Of course, we’re keeping tabs on all of the major CES press conferences too. Samsung has already held its First Look presentation,…
Ten people have been found guilty of cyber-bullying Brigitte Macron, the wife of French President Emmanuel Macron, by a Paris court. The defendants were accused of spreading false claims about her gender and sexuality, as well as making “malicious remarks” about the 24-year age gap between the couple. Most of the defendants were handed suspended prison sentences of up to eight months, but one was jailed immediately for failing to attend court. Some had their social media accounts suspended.The judge said the eight men and two women had acted with a clear desire to do harm to Brigitte Macron, making…
Chris MasonPolitical editorWatch: ‘Only Greenland should decide its future’Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens Frederik Nielsen responded to Trump’s latest comments by saying “that’s enough now” and described the notion of US control over the island as a “fantasy”.Meanwhile, Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen had said “the US has no right to annex any of the three nations in the Danish kingdom”.Asked whether he would also say to President Trump “hands off Greenland”, Sir Keir’s response was definitive, when so often in diplomacy answers are caveated and nuanced.”Yes,” he replied. “Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark must decide the future of Greenland…
Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has been identified as the top target to replace Ruben Amorim at Man Utd with four names on their list, according to reports. The Red Devils chose to sack Amorim on Monday with a statement released in the morning to confirm their decision after they drew 1-1 against Leeds on Sunday. Amorim launched into a rant directed at the Man Utd hierarchy in the aftermath of the Leeds match but the decision to sack him was reportedly made before the fixture at Elland Road. The statement on their website read: ‘Ruben Amorim has departed his…
Chinese car maker Skywell has given its BE11 electric SUV a “comprehensive revision” following criticism from journalists and owners – as well as a £5000 price cut. The EV arrived in late 2024 as the first UK model from Skywell (a joint venture between one of the world’s largest consumer electronics groups, Skyworth, and electric bus maker Nanjing Golden Dragon), offering as much space as the Nissan Ariya and Skoda Enyaq for around £3000 less. However, Autocar gave it only a two-star rating, calling it “sub-par” on account of its average efficiency, poor and unrefined ride, numb steering and unintuitive infotainment system. While most of…
As governments around the world race to define national artificial intelligence (AI) strategies, Abu Dhabi has emerged as one of the most structured and deliberate examples of how AI can be developed responsibly, at scale and with long-term national sovereignty in mind. At the heart of this approach is a technology ecosystem that tightly links research, governance and deployment. Since the early stages of its AI journey, the UAE has embedded responsibility, transparency and safety into its national strategy, with Abu Dhabi playing a central role through institutions such as the Technology Innovation Institute (TII). “From the outset, Abu…
Daily life can get loud, and meditation apps offer a simple way to carve out a little breathing room. You do not need experience to start, and you do not need to commit to long sessions either. Most apps guide you through short practices that help with focus, sleep and stress, making it easy to build a routine even on busy days.There are plenty of meditation apps to choose from, each with its own style and approach. Some focus on mindfulness basics, others offer structured programs and a few add community features for accountability. I tested the most popular options…
Tiffany Wertheimer,Makuochi OkaforandBBC HausaZakari KontagoraBandits set fire to the village market and looted goodsArmed men have violently stormed a village in Nigeria’s Niger state, killing at least 30 people and looting shops, state authorities have said.The attackers emerged from a forest near the village of Kasuwan-Daji on Saturday and set fire to the local market, looted shops and kidnapped an unspecified number of people, police said.”The gunmen entered the town on motorcycles carrying weapons, rounded up people and then proceeded to slaughter them, while others were shot dead,” a local journalist told the BBC’s Hausa service.Attacks and kidnappings by armed…
Ben Wright,Presenter, Westminster HourandKate Whannel,Political reporterEPAMPs and peers will have to make a big decision soon on whether or not to move out of the Houses of Parliament, to allow billions of pounds worth of essential maintenance work to take place.The building is “just waiting for some disaster”, says House of Cards writer and peer Lord Dobbs.He says his advice to visitors is: “If they see somebody running please don’t stop to find out why they’re running, just follow them.”Former Labour minister Lord Hain agrees something needs to change.”This is a Notre Dame inferno in the making,” he says in…
Former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca could be set for an immediate return to Premier League management at Man Utd, according to reports. Man Utd confirmed on Monday morning that the Premier League giants have sacked Amorim after their 1-1 draw against Leeds on Sunday. The statement on their website read: ‘Ruben Amorim has departed his role as Head Coach of Manchester United. ‘Ruben was appointed in November 2024 and led the team to a UEFA Europa League Final in Bilbao in May. ‘With Manchester United sitting sixth in the Premier League, the club’s leadership has reluctantly made the decision…