Eleven digits: Pianists in London play with extra robotic thumb August 29, 2021 Within an hour of being fitted with a robotic extra thumb, pianists can learn to play with all eleven digits, according to researchers in London. Watch the full report.
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes accuses former boyfriend as criminal proceedings begin August 29, 2021 Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes is accusing her former boyfriend, who was president of the blood-testing startup, of abusing her Several court documents were unsealed last night. Watch the full report.
Afghan gives birth to baby girl at 30,000 feet while heading for Birmingham August 29, 2021 An Afghan refugee fleeing to the UK gave birth to a baby girl at 30,000 feet while on an evacuation flight destined for Birmingham. Soman Noori, 26, was travelling on an evacuation flight from Dubai to Birmingham, having previously left Kabul, when she went into labour in airspace over Kuwait, Turkish Airlines said. Her name [...]
Taliban fighters step up presence at Kabul airport as further blasts loom August 29, 2021 Taliban fighters stepped up their presence at Kabul’s Hamid Karzai International Airport last night, as the U.S. warned there was a high risk of further blasts and international evacuation efforts continued to wind down. Watch the full report.
Berlin: Thousands take to the streets to protest against Covid restrictions August 29, 2021 Thousands of people marched in Berlin last night to protest against restrictions aimed at limiting the spread of the coronavirus pandemic even after demonstrations were banned. Watch the full report.
Islamic State’s affiliate in Afghanistan: Who are Isis-K? August 29, 2021 Concerns are growing over the affiliate of the so-called Islamic State in Afghanistan, Isis-K, amid reports the group are believed to be behind the attack outside Kabul airport earlier this week. Two deadly explosions thought to have been carried out by the Islamic State terrorist group took place at Kabul airport on Thursday. But who [...]
Watch as Afghan robotics team flees Kabul together, end up in different countries August 29, 2021 Members of an all-female Afghan robotics team escaped Kabul as a team, but landed in completely different countries. Watch the full report.
Nick Nairn: Celebrity chef’s restaurant burns down as customers flee August 29, 2021 More than 30 firefighters tackled a “terrible fire” at a Nick Nairn restaurant in Bridge of Allan. Fire crews were called to the scene at Nick’s on Henderson Street at 8.17pm on Saturday and found a “well developed” fire in the kitchen. Customers were seen fleeing the building, according to various reports. Pictures on social [...]
Marathon world record holder and Olympic hero Eliud Kipchoge talks technology and sport August 29, 2021 Marathon world record holder and Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge says he hope technology will take “centre stage” as athletes chase faster times. He also explains why the example of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lewis Hamilton means he’s not thinking about retiring. Watch the full report.
Afghanistan blame game begins: Govt accused of being ‘missing in action’ August 29, 2021 Senior Labour figures, charities and others are accusing the Government ministers of being “missing in action” during the Afghanistan crisis as the blame game over the handling of the withdrawal after a 20-year campaign in the country begins. The Sunday Times reports today that fingers were being pointed at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office [...]
