Author: Andrew Rogers

The US tech sector continues to show strong growth potential. Reports indicate that tech stocks have outperformed many other industries, and investors are optimistic about the sector’s long-term prospects. Experts say this resilience is due to ongoing innovation, diverse business models, and adoption of emerging technologies across industries. Many investors see the US tech sector as a reliable place to invest. Unlike some industries that are highly sensitive to economic cycles, tech companies often maintain growth even during uncertain times. This stability makes the sector attractive for both short-term gains and long-term strategies. Analysts note that investor sentiment remains positive,…

Real Sociedad claimed a thrilling 3–2 win over Athletic Club in a rain-soaked Basque derby decided by Jon Gorrotxategi’s stoppage-time strike — the first ever last-minute winner in the rivalry’s 178-match history. The game, played in front of nearly 38,000 at the Reale Arena, was pure chaos and emotion from start to finish. Gorrotxategi, a local academy product making his derby debut, scuffed his first shot in the 92nd minute before hammering in the rebound from close range to seal a surreal, hard-fought victory. Earlier, Real Sociedad had led twice — first through Brais Méndez, after an extraordinary assist from…

Early voting in Alexandria, Virginia, recorded a strong start this year, surpassing first-day totals seen during the 2024 presidential election. The polls opened near the “No Kings” endpoint, drawing significant voter participation. Officials say the boost in early voting reflects growing civic engagement and enthusiasm among residents. Higher turnout during the initial hours indicates that voters are motivated to participate in local and national elections. Analysts note that early voting trends often serve as a bellwether for overall participation. A strong first day suggests that communities are actively involved in shaping political outcomes. Local election authorities emphasized that early voting provides…

Erling Haaland once again proved decisive as Manchester City beat Bournemouth 3–1 to climb into second place in the Premier League. The Norwegian striker struck twice in the first half to reach 13 league goals this season and an incredible 98 in 107 Premier League appearances. Bournemouth briefly equalised through Tyler Adams, capitalising on a handling error from City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, but Haaland quickly restored the lead before Nico O’Reilly sealed victory after the break with a composed finish. City dominated much of the contest, with Phil Foden and Rayan Cherki instrumental in attack, while Bournemouth threatened on the…

Britain ranks 55th out of 61 countries in a major global study assessing how closely people feel connected to the natural world. The research, published in Ambio, surveyed 57,000 people and found that Nepal is the most “nature-connected” nation, followed by Iran, South Africa, Bangladesh and Nigeria. At the bottom of the table are the Netherlands, Canada, Germany, Israel, Japan and Spain. Led by Professor Miles Richardson of the University of Derby, the study found that societies with higher levels of spirituality or religious faith tend to feel closer to nature. In contrast, nations with high urbanisation, income, internet use,…

Enzo Maresca tore into Liam Delap after the striker’s “very stupid red card” nearly cost Chelsea their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals. Chelsea stormed into a 3-0 halftime lead at Molineux thanks to goals from Andrey Santos, Tyrique George, and Estêvão, but Wolves fought back bravely before Jamie Gittens sealed a wild 4-3 win. Returning from injury, Delap came on as a substitute but was dismissed after collecting two yellow cards in seven minutes. “It’s embarrassing,” Maresca said. “I told him to stay calm four or five times, but he plays the game for himself and doesn’t listen. The…

A spider species believed extinct in the UK has been rediscovered on the Isle of Wight, thrilling conservationists. The Aulonia albimana, now dubbed the white-knuckled wolf spider for the pale joints on its palps, was found at the National Trust’s Newtown National Nature Reserve, a site reachable only by boat. Entomologists Mark Telfer and Graeme Lyons made the discovery just minutes before their departure, with Lyons calling it his most exciting find among the 559 British spider species he’s seen. Last recorded in 1985, the tiny spider — only about 4mm long — lives in short, sunlit grasslands. Its habitat…

Los Angeles FC star Son Heung-min now ranks second only to Lionel Messi among Major League Soccer’s top earners, with an annual salary of $10.4 million and total compensation of $11.2 million. Son joined LAFC in August after leaving Tottenham, scoring nine goals in 10 league matches. Messi remains the league’s highest-paid player, earning $12 million in salary and $20.4 million total compensation with Inter Miami — not including additional deals or bonuses. Miami recently extended Messi’s contract through 2028, and the team also added Rodrigo De Paul, who earns $1.5 million in salary. Other big summer earners include Hirving…

New national climate plans from over 60 countries would cut global carbon emissions by only 10% by 2035, about one-sixth of what’s needed to limit warming to 1.5C, according to a UN report. UN climate chief Simon Stiell said countries must “move faster” to avoid the worst effects of climate change. Major emitters such as China and the EU have yet to submit updated targets, while the US pledge made under Joe Biden is uncertain after Donald Trump’s return to office. The findings come ahead of Cop30 in Brazil next month, where leaders will discuss how to close the gap…

Juventus have dismissed head coach Igor Tudor following a dismal run of eight games without a win across all competitions, the club announced on Monday. “Juventus FC announces that it has today relieved Igor Tudor of his duties as coach of the men’s first team, along with his staff,” the Serie A side said in a statement, a day after their 1-0 loss to Lazio. Reserve team boss Massimo Brambilla will take temporary charge. Tudor, who succeeded Thiago Motta in March, was Juventus’s first foreign manager since Didier Deschamps in 2006–07. A former Juve defender himself, he made over 150…