The US firm behind the Roomba smart vacuum cleaner, iRobot, has filed for bankruptcy protection after facing competition from Chinese rivals and being hit by tariffs. Under the so-called pre-packaged Chapter 11 process, the main manufacturer of its devices, Shenzhen-based Picea Robotics, will take ownership of the firm. The tough commercial landscape had forced iRobot…
Tom McArthur and Emily Atkinson Watch: Eyewitness captures moment man tackles and disarms Bondi shooter Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has vowed to strengthen the country’s gun laws after a shooting targeting the Jewish community at a Hanukkah event on Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Police had earlier said that the gunmen behind the attack were father…
Introduction: UK house price tipped to rise 2%-4% in 2026 Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy. With the year almost over, thoughts are lightly turning to what might happen in 2026. And lender Nationwide is predicting that UK house prices will climb by up…
The central government’s rooftop solar scheme has accelerated rooftop solar growth, though installation rates and state-wise progress remain uneven. Low awareness, financing hurdles, procedural delays, supply constraints and portal or vendor issues slow adoption. Stronger state plans, better supply, more transparent processes, improved financing and focused outreach are key for a sustainable, system-driven rooftop…
Signage at the Broadcom Inc. headquarters in San Jose, California, U.S., on Monday, June 2, 2025. David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images The sell-off in artificial intelligence stocks continued unabated Friday stateside. Broadcom shares tumbled more than 11% as investors grew concerned over lower margins and uncertain deals. Names such as Nvidia, Advanced…
9-year-old social media star Brie Bird, who inspired millions through her health journey, has passed away after a five-year battle with stage-4 cancer. Brie was living with a recurring form of Neuroblastoma cancer. She died on Thursday December 11, 2025. Her family shared the news of her demise on Instagram. The young influencer documented her…
Holly Harrisonand Nicholas Bourne,BBC Wales Met Office More than 100mm (4in) of rain could fall on high ground in some areas Wales faces four weather warnings on Sunday and Monday including an amber “possible risk to life” warning as heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and flooding. The Met Office issued separate warnings, for…
An aircraft lands at the runway as dense smog reduce visibility and engulfs IGI airport, in New Delhi. Image used for representational purposes. File | Photo Credit: ANI Dense fog across Delhi and parts of northern India, which has led to widespread flight delays and cancellations, had a ripple effect on air traffic in the…
NEW DELHI: As the countdown begins for the IPL 2026 mini auction, one question continues to dominate discussions among fans and franchises alike: will teams be allowed to use the Right To Match (RTM) card in Abu Dhabi?Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The auction for the 19th season of the Indian…
My 84-year-old parents, who have significant disabilities, had their TalkTalk landline cut off without notice in August. We eventually had to sign a new contract to get the service restored and were assured that they would keep their phone number of 60 years. A week before the installation, my father was informed that the new…