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London Zoo opens animal hospital with public viewing gallery
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How the changing face of farming is reflected in Scotland's election
The rural vote is a significant, but often overlooked, constituency in the Scottish Parliament election.
BBC News - Business
'Childhood memories' - why nostalgia wasn't enough to save Claire's
Experts says Claire's suffered from a perfect storm of issues which has spelled the end for the accessories chain.
Reuters
Foreign demand for US corporate bonds rises as investors favor tech over financials, Citigroup says
Foreign demand for U.S. investment-grade corporate bonds has remained strong for 15 consecutive months, according to Citigroup, as overseas investors rotate into technology, media and telecom (TMT) debt, as well as longer maturities, while moving away from financial bonds.
Chicago Tribune
Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms
Australia has proposed taxing digital giants Meta, Google and TikTok a proportion of their revenue to pay for news reporters.
BBC News - Science & Environment
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The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.
BBC News - Technology
Valve's £85 Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch
The pad will be compatible with PCs, Valve's handheld console, the Steam Deck as well as its upcoming gaming PC.
BBC News - Business
BP profits more than double as Iran war sends oil prices higher
The energy giant said it had seen an "exceptional" performance at its oil trading business.
VentureBeat
OpenAI ends Microsoft exclusivity to sell AI models on AWS and Google Cloud
Microsoft and OpenAI have dismantled their exclusive partnership, ending revenue sharing and freeing OpenAI to sell its AI models on AWS and Google Cloud in a sweeping deal that reshapes the entire artificial intelligence industry.
BBC News - Business
'My husband might give up work to care for our kids' - nursery bills in Wales highest in Britain
Parents in Wales say the cost of childcare is one of their biggest worries ahead of the election.
AP News
Supreme Court weighs blocking Roundup cancer claims
The Supreme Court seems divided over whether to block thousands of lawsuits alleging the maker of the weedkiller Roundup failed to warn people it could cause cancer.
BBC News - Business
European flight prices are falling in short term, Wizz Air boss says
While many airlines say they are raising prices due to high fuel costs, József Váradi says European airlines are trying to boost demand
BBC News - Business
Claire's closes 154 stores with loss of 1,300 jobs
All of the chain's standalone stores have stopped trading in the UK and Ireland.
Reuters
Bridgepoint agrees to buy most of German identity security firm iC Consult from Carlyle
Bridgepoint said it has agreed to buy a majority stake in Germany's iC Consult from Carlyle in a deal that increases the British investment firm's exposure to cybersecurity services.
Yardbarker
Charley Hull sends Instagram message to Nelly Korda after she wins The Chevron Championship
Nelly Korda is a major champion once again after her wire-to-wire win at The Chevron Championship. Korda secured a five-stroke victory at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, claiming her second win at the event and the third major championship win of her career.
Reuters
Buy airline tickets now, Spain urges as Iran war lifts oil prices
Consumers should buy airline tickets as soon as possible to avoid the risk of higher fares caused by rising oil prices triggered by the war in Iran, Spain's industry and tourism minister said.
BBC News - Science & Environment
How do you restore the wild spaces of a corner of England?
Plans to improve nature have been unveiled, aiming to restore habitats and protect wildlife.
BBC News - Science & Environment
Boats to rock pools: Marine makeover for yacht club seawall
Ten artificial rock pools have been installed along Strangford Yacht Club's seawall as a refuge for marine life.
BBC News - Business
UK household budgets tighten amid Iran conflict
British families tell BBC Panorama how the Iran war is affecting their monthly budgets.
BBC News - Science & Environment
Series of wildfires across Scotland during 'extreme' alert
The Scottish Fire and rescue Service (SFRS) said an 'extreme' wildfire warning for Western Scotland would remain until midnight.
BBC News - Science & Environment
Wildlife arriving at newly created wetland
Birds are starting to notice the potential new feeding ground as the Fenland project is completed.
WWD
Tommy Hilfiger’s F1 Miami Capsule Is Almost Fully Sold Out Online (But We Found a Way to Get the Viral Pieces in Two Days)
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BBC News - Technology
I brought my husband back for his funeral as a hologram
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BBC News - Science & Environment
Rare 17th century astronomical computer heads to auction
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The Verge
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Gematsu
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BBC News - Science & Environment
Where, when and how can you get involved in IOM wildlife week?
The annual celebration of the Isle of Man's natural environment and wildlife gets under way.
BBC News - Business
England shirt overpriced, says £40k kits collector
Collector Les Motherby says classic England shirts are often better value than new ones.
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Nintendo Everything
Pokemon Z development build found, footage released
Brand new footage of Pokemon Z – which was never released – has now been shared. It goes without saying, but this was an extremely early development build. MDTravisYT posted about the discovery on social media. It’s noted that the source code has an “upper_fake” branch that compiles as VERSION_Z. This has a “unique” title screen alongside some “new” mega...