‘Enclaves for the rich’: new luxury housing is putting parts of Sydney out of reach to all but the very few

Cloudflare is currently investigating significant technical issues that have caused widespread outages affecting major web services, including X, LinkedIn, and Zoom. The problems began shortly after 9 AM UK time, leading to difficulties in accessing various online platforms and services.

Elite gamblers are engaging in a secretive practice of purchasing betting accounts from losing punters to deceive bookmakers, highlighting the underbelly of professional gambling. This practice allows successful punters to gain an advantage while keeping their strategies hidden from competitors.

Tech billionaires Michael and Susan Dell have pledged a historic $6.25 billion to establish 'Trump Accounts,' tax-deferred investment accounts aimed at benefiting approximately 25 million American children under the age of 10. This initiative has sparked debate regarding the motivations behind such large donations, particularly in relation to political influence and access to power.

Scientists have introduced a new technique called 'soilsmology' that utilizes seismic waves to assess soil health, potentially helping to prevent famine and drought. This method aims to replace traditional soil sampling, which is labor-intensive and can compromise soil structure, with a more efficient and accurate approach.

The UK economy has faced significant challenges, including austerity measures, Brexit, the pandemic, and rising energy costs, leading to widespread dissatisfaction among citizens regarding income, home ownership, and public services. Recent polling indicates a decline in trust towards Labour's economic leadership, particularly under Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who has been criticized for her handling of the economy.

UBS reports that a record number of individuals have become billionaires through inheritance, with 91 new billionaires added this year, raising the global total from 2,682 in 2024 to 2,919 in 2025.