Author: Andrew Rogers

Sir David Attenborough’s new BBC series Kingdom features a remarkable scene where a lion saves a pregnant hyena from a pack of wild dogs — one of many rare moments filmed over five years in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley. The series follows four rival carnivore families — lions, hyenas, leopards, and wild dogs — revealing their fierce competition and surprising cooperation. Executive producer Mike Gunton said: “Only nature could write a script like this.” Narrated by Attenborough, Kingdom also highlights human pressures such as habitat loss and snare traps, showing how they reshape animal behaviour. One moving scene features a three-legged…

A U.S. startup focused on enterprise-AI automation has secured a large funding round, drawing attention from investors and industry experts. The investment highlights growing confidence in U.S. innovation in workplace AI. The startup develops AI tools that automate business processes, making operations faster and more efficient. Investors see strong potential in the technology as companies increasingly adopt automation solutions. Funding like this plays a key role in advancing product development. Startups can expand research, hire skilled workers, and bring new AI applications to market more quickly. Investor interest reflects optimism about the future of AI in the workplace. Automation technologies…

Real Sociedad ended their poor run with a thrilling 3–2 victory over Athletic Club, clinched by Jon Gorrotxategi’s dramatic stoppage-time winner in San Sebastián. The match, played in torrential rain, was a fierce, chaotic classic. Gorrotxategi — a homegrown player making his derby debut — smashed home the decisive goal in the 92nd minute, sparking wild celebrations at the Reale Arena. Earlier, Brais Méndez had opened the scoring after Ander Barrenetxea returned to the pitch injured to deliver a cross, while Gonçalo Guedes and Robert Navarro traded second-half goals in a frantic contest. The victory, Real Sociedad’s second in a…

European banks and financial institutions are reporting earnings significantly above analyst expectations, helping to support broader market strength across the region. The results highlight resilience in the financial sector and improving investor sentiment. Strong performance in banking, insurance, and related financial services is being driven by solid revenue growth, cost management, and strategic investments. Analysts note that these factors are contributing to above-average profitability. The earnings beat also reflects healthy credit markets and effective risk management. Banks are capitalizing on higher lending activity, stable interest margins, and robust investment performance to deliver stronger-than-expected results. Market observers say that the positive…

Erling Haaland struck twice as Manchester City earned a 3–1 win over Bournemouth, moving up to second in the Premier League table. Pep Guardiola had challenged his team to share the goals, but it was once again Haaland who delivered — scoring twice in the first half to take his league tally to 13 goals this season and 98 overall in 107 Premier League games. The Norwegian’s first came after a swift counterattack, bursting past the Cherries’ high line before beating goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic. Bournemouth briefly equalized through Tyler Adams after City keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma failed to deal with a…

Britain ranks 55th out of 61 nations for how closely its people feel connected to nature, according to the first global study of its kind. The research, published in Ambio, surveyed 57,000 people and examined how culture, economy, and geography shape relationships with the natural world. Nepal topped the list as the most nature-connected nation, followed by Iran, South Africa, Bangladesh, and Nigeria. At the other end, Spain ranked lowest, with countries such as Japan, Germany, Israel, and Canada also near the bottom. Led by Prof. Miles Richardson of the University of Derby, the study found that higher levels of…

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that nearly half a million lead pipes have been replaced nationwide, benefiting approximately 1.2 million people. This milestone marks significant progress in improving clean water infrastructure across communities. Lead pipe replacement is a crucial step in ensuring safe drinking water. Aging pipelines have long been a public health concern, and the EPA’s initiative addresses this by modernizing water systems and reducing exposure to harmful contaminants. Communities across the country have seen tangible benefits from the program. Replacing lead pipes not only improves water quality but also enhances public confidence in local water supplies, particularly…

Enzo Maresca tore into Liam Delap after Chelsea’s chaotic 4-3 Carabao Cup win over Wolves, calling the striker’s late dismissal “very stupid” and warning his young team to “grow up.” Chelsea looked in cruise control after first-half goals from Andrey Santos, Tyrique George, and Estêvão put them 3-0 up, but a second-half collapse nearly saw Wolves pull off an unlikely comeback. Delap, returning from injury, was sent off just 20 minutes after coming on, picking up two yellow cards in seven minutes for reckless fouls. “After the first yellow I told him to keep calm,” Maresca said. “But he doesn’t…

A tiny spider thought to be extinct in the UK has been rediscovered on the Isle of Wight after 40 years. The Aulonia albimana, now dubbed the white-knuckled wolf spider for the pale joints on its palps, was found by entomologists Mark Telfer and Graeme Lyons at the National Trust’s Newtown nature reserve, a site only reachable by boat. The spider, last recorded in 1985, was discovered just minutes before the researchers’ boat was due to leave. “To find a species thought lost for 40 years is thrilling,” said Telfer. The rediscovery came after conservation efforts restored the spider’s habitat…

The U.S. Senate is signaling a stronger commitment to economic diplomacy through recent actions on trade policy. Lawmakers approved a measure to end tariffs on Brazilian imports, including coffee and beef, while also advancing discussions on a trade deal with South Korea. These steps suggest a focus on global engagement rather than partisan standoffs. The 52‑48 vote to lift Brazilian tariffs included five Republicans joining Democrats, highlighting rare bipartisan cooperation. Ending tariffs reduces costs for American consumers and businesses. Imported goods like coffee and beef may now become more affordable, benefiting households and companies that rely on global supply chains.…