Tech titan Larry Ellison personally backs Paramount's $108.4bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery with a $40.4bn guarantee, challenging a rival Netflix deal. Read the latest on the epic media battle.
A century-old nature diary entry from December 1925 captures the remarkable sight of a pied wagtail overwintering in Britain, defying its usual migratory instincts. Discover this snapshot of historical wildlife observation.
A London woman's horror at finding a tracker on her car turned to shock when her parents confessed. Discover the dangers of device stalking and how to stay safe.
A forgotten radio play by Tennessee Williams has been unearthed in a US archive. The 1953 work, 'The Eye That Saw Death,' will receive its world premiere broadcast by the BBC in 2026. Discover the story behind this remarkable literary find.
The battle for CNN's parent company highlights a dysfunctional US media system prioritising profit over public interest. Discover the implications for democracy.
Audiences are raving about Netflix's 'Death by Lightning', calling it a masterpiece and watching it twice in two days. The historical drama stars Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen. Stream all episodes now.
Warner Bros Discovery's board brands Paramount's all-cash takeover offer 'inadequate', backing its $82.7bn Netflix deal. The battle involves Trump, Kushner, and Saudi funds.
A spectacular discovery of tens of thousands of 210-million-year-old dinosaur footprints has been made in an Italian national park. Explore the incredible find.
Time Out's writer crowns Marie Antoinette Style at the V&A as London's best non-art exhibition of 2025. Discover the queen's fashion, legacy, and why it runs until March 2026.
Warner Bros Discovery's board is poised to reject a $108bn hostile bid from Paramount, clearing the path for Netflix's $82.7bn acquisition. Key details on the battle for Hollywood assets.
Warner Bros Discovery's board urges shareholders to reject a hostile $108bn bid from Paramount, favouring a Netflix merger. Key backer withdraws, casting doubt on Paramount's financing.
Jared Kushner's private equity firm, Affinity Partners, withdraws from backing a hostile $108.4bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery. Discover the details and political implications.
Cambridge materials science start-up CuspAI, targeting 'forever chemicals', is close to a major funding injection, putting it on track for a $1bn valuation. Discover how AI is accelerating material discovery.
Netflix subscribers face a festive blow as Friends, The Big Bang Theory, and other hits depart the platform on December 30. Discover the full list and where to watch them next.
Netflix plans a monumental $82.7bn takeover of Warner Bros assets. We analyse the deal and the troubled Warner Bros Discovery merger that preceded it. Read the full story.
Dr Mark Harvey has described over 1,000 new species, mostly arachnids. His taxonomic work is vital for conservation, revealing a hidden world of biodiversity. Discover his incredible legacy.
Netflix is now the frontrunner to acquire Warner Bros Discovery's streaming and studio assets in a move that would reshape Hollywood. The deal includes a $5bn breakup fee.
Legendary Canadian undersea explorer Joe MacInnis, 88, shares profound insights from a life of discovery, from the Titanic to the North Pole, revealing how the 'cruel sea' is our greatest teacher. Discover his urgent message for our planet.
Fox News host Pete Hegseth's bizarre claim about Benjamin Franklin inventing a turtle character has ignited widespread mockery and a debate on historical knowledge. Discover the full story and fallout here.
A six-year-old's 1883 letter to Santa, found in newspaper archives, shows children's festive wishes haven't changed in 140 years. Discover the origins of this UK tradition.
Friends is leaving Netflix UK on December 30. Discover why it's going, the impact on fans, and where you can stream all ten seasons in the new year.
TalkTV's Peter Cardwell used a MyHeritage DNA kit, uncovering a saga from Ulster Plantations to a great-uncle lost in WWII. Discover your own story.
Polish PM Donald Tusk meets German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin, with Ukraine support topping the agenda. But beneath the surface, historical grievances and political friction threaten the crucial EU partnership. Read the full analysis.
NASA scientists detect electrical discharges in Martian atmosphere using Perseverance rover's instruments. Discovery could impact future human exploration and understanding of Mars climate.
Archaeologists prove Durrington pit circle was created by humans using novel scientific techniques. Discover how this massive prehistoric structure reveals Neolithic cosmology.
After 900 years, researchers reveal how Easter Island's massive moai statues were moved using rope-rocking method. Discover the ancient secrets of Rapa Nui engineering.
New BBC series Civilisations: Rise and Fall draws chilling parallels between ancient collapses and contemporary society. Essential viewing on iPlayer now.
A Maryland man waited 18 days after discovering a corpse to report it, choosing to call a radio show instead of police. Frederick County authorities have confirmed the investigation.
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Musicologist Peter Wollny's 35-year journey authenticates two lost Bach chaconnes, performed for the first time in 300 years at Leipzig's St Thomas church. Discover the fascinating detective story.