Joe Root has set the lofty target of securing seven successive Test victories this summer, even if the England captain concedes that planning for the winter’s Ashes assault will likely…
Protein disguise could be new target for cancer immunotherapy
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have identified a protein that helps tumors evade the immune system and, in certain types of cancers, is linked to a poorer chance of…
Shell, Cosan JV Raizen taps banks for mega-IPO in Brazil
Brazilian energy firm Raizen, a joint venture between Cosan SA and Royal Dutch Shell PLC , has chosen four investment banks to manage its initial public offering, expected to be…
Crushes and queues as gamers struggle to grab new Nvidia RTX cards
Remember people panic buying toilet paper and hand sanitizer during the height of the pandemic? That all pales in comparison to the chaos that comes with securing a new graphics…
Woman has boss in hysterics over late excuse after cows take over her garden
Your first few days at a new job make or break how you're perceived in the office so it's vital that you ensure that your first impression is a good…
Carlo Ancelotti returns to Real Madrid as manager after leaving Everton
Everton have started the search for their sixth permanent manager in five years having been stunned by Carlo Ancelotti’s sudden departure for Real Madrid. The 61-year-old signed a three-year contract…
Cancer ‘power failure’ stops the spread of tumor cells
New research from the University of Salford shows that cutting off the fuel supply can effectively stop the spread of cancer cells. This is important as nearly 90% of all…
U.S. construction spending rises moderately in April
U.S. construction spending increased less than expected in April as gains in private homebuilding were blunted by losses in outlays on nonresidential structures and public projects. The Commerce Department said…
WeChat’s video platform bans underwear on head, eating socks, and hip shaking
While Twitch has faced criticism recently for its stance against hot tub streamers, Chinese messaging/social media/payments platform WeChat is even more conservative when it comes to censoring content. The extensive…
Swimmers use transparent pool 115ft over London but it’s only for richest residents
Swimmers have been enjoying the world's first floating pool, suspended 115 feet above London as the country basks in the sun. The Sky Pool, built between two skyscrapers in southwest…