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UK Economy Grew More Than Expected in Second Quarter
Britain’s economy grew even faster than thought during the second quarter, according to revised figures that showed a resilient performance before the recent jump in energy prices and borrowing costs.
US Supreme Court lifts limits on third-country deportations
Washington (AFP) – The US Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted restrictions on the deportations of immigrants to countries that are not their own, while agreeing to hear the issue on its merits in December. The conservative-dominated high court granted an emergency request by the Trump administration to suspend a lower court ruling that restricted, but did not outright ban, so-called "third-country removals".
Star Trek: Picard Officially Returns In Gorgeous 60th Anniversary Trailer
Star Trek: Picard is back, and the new trailer feels like a love letter to the whole franchise. They’ve wrapped the whole 60‑year legacy into a single, gorgeous cut that opens with a sweeping view of the galaxy before landing on familiar faces we haven’t seen in years. Patrick Stewart is, as always, commanding the bridge with that quiet gravitas, and the visuals are drenched in the classic teal‑and‑gold palette that makes you instantly nostalgic.
What’s striking is how the trailer balances the old and the new. You get quick flashes of the original TNG crew reuniting—Riker, Data’s hologram, even a glimpse of Troi—while also teasing fresh story beats: a mysterious new ship, a looming threat that looks like it could shake the Federation to its core, and a few hints that Picard’s personal journey is still far from over. The music swells just enough to feel epic without drowning the dialogue, and you can hear the excitement in the actors’ voices as they exchange a few lines.
The production values are top‑notch, and the design team clearly dug deep into the archives for those iconic set pieces. The bridge looks like a love‑letter to the original series, but with modern lighting and a sleek, updated interface that feels both familiar and forward‑looking. Even the costumes have that subtle nod to classic uniforms, just enough to make longtime fans smile.
All in all, the trailer promises a season that’s both a celebration of Picard’s legacy and a fresh adventure worth diving into. If you’ve followed the series or just love the Star Trek universe, this feels like a perfect moment to jump back in and see where the story goes next.
Humphries 'hates' Littler's early exit | 'It puts all the pressure on me!'
World Grand Prix Darts: Luke Humphries 'hates' added title pressure from Luke Littler's shock early exit in Leicester Luke Humphries is now favourite to win the World Grand Prix title after Luke Littler's early exit to Luke Woodhouse; Humphries discussed the added pressure he faces after a first-round win over Dave Chisnall he labelled 'one of the worst performances' he has played Luke Humphries says he must improve if he is to challenge for a second World Grand Prix title and admits he would have preferred defending champion Luke Littler to have avoided an early exit.
SvelteKit 3 Reaches Release Candidate, Moving Config to Vite and Retiring the $lib Alias
This new version requires Vite 8 and Svelte 5, so you’ll want to be on top of those updates. They’ve focused on improving error handling and build efficiency, which should make the development experience smoother. Plus, they’re keeping some experimental features around, so there’s still room for innovation as they move forward. It’s all about refining the code and setting the stage for future enhancements.
The part-timers who won three Wembley finals in a row
Hey! So, you know how everyone talks about Manchester City winning all those League Cups at Wembley? Well, there's another team that did something similar, but way before them. It's Whitley Bay, a team that plays in the ninth tier of English football.
These guys, they’re part-timers, but they managed to win three FA Vase finals in a row at Wembley, from 2009 to 2011. That’s a huge deal, especially for a non-league club. Their manager, Ian Chandler, who’s an IT manager by day, planned all this during quiet moments at work. He really focused on the team after they missed out on Wembley a couple of years before.
The players loved playing for each other, and they played some really entertaining football. They even had a player nicknamed the "Whitley Bay Maradona," Paul Robinson, who was a big part of their success. He actually scored a dramatic last-minute winner in a semi-final once.
The whole town got behind them too. People were fundraising, shops had decorations up, and the community really felt a sense of pride. It was a massive achievement for a working-class town. They even had some funny travel mishaps on the way to Wembley, but they always managed to get there and win. It’s a pretty incredible story of dedication and success against the odds.
Tether And Shiga Build Self-Custodial USDT, Bitcoin And Gold Products For Africa
- Tether and Shiga are launching self-custodial financial products across Africa and the Gulf Cooperation Council. - The products will use Tether’s Wallet Development Kit and support USDT, Bitcoin and Tether Gold. - Shiga is building one product for end users and another infrastructure layer for banks and fintech companies. Tether is moving its Wallet Development Kit from developer tooling into financial products aimed at users and institutions across Africa and the Gulf.
INDIA bloc meeting: Ahead of INDIA meet, hoardings target Opposition leaders; BJP questions Rahul's leadership
A series of hoardings taking potshots at Opposition leaders over their alleged contrasting positions on the Election Commission appeared in Delhi on Wednesday (September 30, 2026) ahead of the INDIA bloc meeting. While the posters didn’t mention who put them up, the BJP separately criticised Rahul Gandhi, saying Opposition parties have started questioning his leadership even before the INDIA bloc meeting began.
Uncapped Macpherson called up to Wallabies squad for Bledisloe tests
• The 22-year-old, who can play in the back row or at lock, was called up to replace Tom Hooper, who has returned to his English club and will miss the tests at Eden Park on October 10 and Stadium Australia the following Saturday. • Prop Taniela Tupou has also returned to club duties in Europe and was replaced by Massimo De Lutiis. • Outside back Filipo Daugunu was recalled after missing last week's 42-38 win over world champions South Africa in Perth with a knee complaint.
Polish airports in Lublin and Rzeszow resume flights
Sept 30 - Air operations at airports in Lublin and Rzeszow have resumed after temporary closures due to military aviation operations, Poland's Air Traffic Authority said on Wednesday. "Airports in Lublin and Rzeszow have resumed flight operations," the agency said in an X post. Military aviation was operating in Polish airspace due to Russian strikes on Ukraine using "airborne assault means", the Polish army said in a statement earlier. The army also said it had readied its ground-based air defence systems and radar reconnaissance as a defensive measure aimed at securing its airspace. REUTERS