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Months before the publication of his latest book, Max Porter went on holiday with Cillian Murphy and a mutual friend. “I said, ‘I’ve just finished another novel,’” recalls Porter. “And they said, ‘You’ve only just done one.’ I said, ‘Well, I bang them out fast, then edit them slowly.’” He ended up reading it out aloud, giving them their first glimpse into the “sensejumbled” head of a teen delinquent named Shy, resident of a “shite old mansion converted into a school for badly behaved boys in the middle of bumblefuck nowhere”.Murphy had become close friends with Porter after starring in…

new video loaded: SpaceX Rocket Launches Carrying 3 Weather-Monitoring SpacecrafttranscriptBacktranscriptSpaceX Rocket Launches Carrying 3 Weather-Monitoring SpacecraftTwo of the spacecraft are for NASA and one is for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.“Three, two, one — engines full power and liftoff. Go, Falcon. Go IMAP. Go SWFO-L1 and go Carruthers.” “And we are flying three new missions on a million-mile journey to track space weather.”

Agreement between Rosatom and Iran targets energy expansion with eight new nuclear plants planned by 2040.Published On 24 Sep 202524 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareRussia and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding on the construction of small nuclear power plants in Iran, according the Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom, as Tehran has been engaged in a diplomatic push to avert new sanctions over its nuclear programme.The agreement was signed by Rosatom chief Alexei Likhachev and Iran’s top nuclear official, Mohammad Eslami, on Wednesday at a meeting in Moscow. Rosatom described it as a “strategic project”.Recommended Stories…

Faisal IslamEconomics editorGetty ImagesPlans to extend high-speed rail across the north of England have been delayed further and will not now be announced by the prime minister at the Labour Party conference next week.The BBC understands concerns over the long-term costs of the line earmarked between Liverpool and Manchester have pushed back the revival of Northern Powerhouse Rail.An announcement had been expected on multiple occasions in recent months, but insiders said a extended review process of the project was under way in a bid to avoid mistakes made with HS2, which has dogged by problems and costly delays.Downing Street and…

Google is bringing Search Live to everyone in the US, letting you search for information by having a conversation with an AI assistant. When you use the feature, Search Live will respond to your questions in real-time, as well as surface relevant links from the web.You can try the feature out by opening the Google app on Android and iOS, and then selecting the new “Live” button beneath the search bar. From there, you can ask questions out loud and turn on your camera if you want your search to include something you’re seeing. You can also find a new…

“I don’t want your love, I just wanna fight!” Wet Leg singer Rhian Teasdale shouted at the crowd during “Catch These Fists,” the band’s opening number Tuesday night at Nashville’s Marathon Music Works. But even if Teasdale meant her rebuffs, the fans at the sold-out third installment of Rolling Stone’s Gather No Moss Tour weren’t having it — they were there to shower the Isle of Wight band with adoration. Those fans threw their hands up vigorously during “Supermarket,” joined Teasdale in a seemingly never-ending primal scream in “Ur Mum,” and absolutely lost their minds when Teasdale and her Wet…

USATSI We have several great quarterback matchups in Week 4, which should lead to some high-end production for guys like Caleb Williams (at LV), Justin Herbert (at NYG), Bo Nix (vs. CIN), Drake Maye (vs. CAR), and Jordan Love (at DAL). And, my Start of the Week is Geno Smith, who has the chance to be dominant against the Bears.But we also have some brutal matchups for several quarterbacks, including Kyler Murray (vs. SEA), Jared Goff (vs. CLE), Daniel Jones (at LAR), Dak Prescott (vs. GB), and Baker Mayfield (vs. PHI). These are guys you might want to avoid in…

It’s a stark demonstration of nature at its most devious: researchers have discovered a plant that attracts pollinating flies by mimicking the odour of half-eaten ants.The species of dogbane is the first plant known to boost its chances of reproducing by copying the scent that ants release as an alarm call to their nestmates when they come under attack by spiders and other predators.“This is the first evidence of ant mimicry in plants,” said Ko Mochizuki, a botanist at the University of Tokyo. “Without this specific scent, the plant would not be able to achieve reproductive success.” The species of…

There’s a way better American Express credit card than the ultra-pricey Gold or Platinum offerings.If you didn’t know any better, you’d think most travel influencers were trying to push engagement rings or precious metal investments. But no, they’re highlighting the perks of American Express Gold and Platinum cards, while likely hoping you’ll sign up for either so they can nab the reward points commissions.Both are fine travel cards and come with several perks. However, they also come with massive annual fees that, unless you’re a regular international traveler, might not make the cards worth such monetary investments.  Do the Perks…

The Walt Disney Company, which has been recently making headlines since its 17 September decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show on ABC, said Tuesday that it would be raising the price of its streaming services – including Disney+ and bundles that include Hulu and ESPN.On 21 October, the cost of a Disney+ and Hulu package will increase from $10.99 to $12.99 while an ad-free plan with both will still cost $19.99. Plans with Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, with ads, were previously $16.99 and are soon to be $19.99, per Disney’s website.Disney did not immediately respond to a request for…