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The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, starting Sunday, is expected to feature an above-normal number of storms, with a 60% chance of 13 to 19 named storms, including 6 to 10 hurricanes and 3 to 5 major hurricanes, per the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The names for this season include Andrea, Barry, and Chantal, among others, and are part of a rotating list managed by the World Meteorological Organization. Naming storms aids communication about forecasts...

Tom Daley, Great Britain’s youngest Olympic competitor at Beijing 2008, reflects on his life in the upcoming Discovery Plus documentary titled "1.6 Seconds," which explores his journey in diving and personal challenges, including the loss of his father to brain cancer at 17. The documentary highlights Daley's struggles with grief, his father's unwavering support, and his emotional connection to archival footage of their time together. As he prepares for a final Olympic appearance in Paris...

US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff deemed Hamas' response to the proposed Gaza ceasefire “totally unacceptable,” stating it regresses progress and urging Hamas to accept the US framework for talks. Witkoff emphasized that this framework could facilitate a 60-day ceasefire, allowing for the return of hostages and deceased individuals to their families, alongside substantive negotiations for a permanent ceasefire. Hamas, in its response through mediators Egypt and Qatar, called for a permanent ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal...

Defence Secretary John Healey stated that Britain must "prepare for war" amidst a decline in army size and ahead of the government's strategic defence review (SDR). While he expressed confidence in increasing defence spending to 3% of GDP in the next parliament, he described it as an "ambition" rather than a commitment, noting current spending will rise to 2.5% by 2027 through cuts to overseas aid. Healey highlighted the need to address recruitment challenges and...

Summary Richie Mo'unga led Brave Lupus Tokyo to an 18-13 victory over Bernard Foley's Spears Funabashi Tokyo-Bay in the Japan Rugby League One final, securing his second title in Japan and eighth overall. Mo'unga scored early and contributed with a penalty goal, while the match saw Brave Lupus extend their lead after halftime. Despite a late try from Foley's Spears, Brave Lupus defended well to clinch back-to-back championships, watched by 51,009 fans, while former Wallabies...

Travellers were evacuated from Gatwick Airport's South Terminal this morning due to a fire alarm activation, causing confusion among passengers as many staff were unsure of evacuation procedures. Footage showed crowds leaving while a tannoy announcement urged immediate evacuation; however, a spokesperson confirmed that the Airport Fire Service found no fire and allowed passengers back shortly after. The incident occurred on the first day of June, coinciding with the start of the summer holiday period,...