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Sirius is the brightest star in the night sky, located in the southern constellation of Canis Major. Its name is derived from the Greek word Σείριος. The star is designated α Canis Majoris, Latinized to Alpha Canis Majoris, and abbreviated α CMa or Alpha CMa. With a visual apparent magnitude of −1.4...

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Tube drivers vote for strikes over four-day week, chaos looms
Labor2d ago

Tube drivers vote for strikes over four-day week, chaos looms

Tube drivers have voted overwhelmingly for strike action to block a four-day working week, with potential walkouts looming as early as mid-March. The vote comes amid broader industrial unrest across UK transport and cash-handling sectors.

SportsApr 4

Arsenal's FA Cup run sees win over Mansfield but loss to Southampton

Arsenal advanced in the FA Cup with a 2-1 win over Mansfield Town but later suffered a 1-2 defeat to Southampton, ending their treble hopes. The victory featured significant lineup changes and youth players making history, though it came with injury concerns.

Accidents & disastersApr 2

AAIB finds excess weight contributed to fatal glider crash at Darley Moor

A pilot and passenger died when their glider crashed at Darley Moor Airfield in Derbyshire last April, with an investigation now identifying excess weight as a key factor. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch report details how the aircraft failed to climb after takeoff, leading to the fatal plunge.

Hamilton's Ferrari move sparks controversy, leads to podium in 2026
SportsMar 30

Hamilton's Ferrari move sparks controversy, leads to podium in 2026

Lewis Hamilton shocked Formula 1 by leaving Mercedes for Ferrari in 2025, with his unveiling marred by a denied request for a black car to highlight anti-racism. After a tough first season, he secured his maiden Ferrari podium in 2026 amid improved performance.

Arts & entertainmentMar 14

Public Vote Opens to Select Artist for Sycamore Gap Tree Artwork

The National Trust has launched a public ballot to choose an artist who will create a lasting artwork from the timber of the illegally felled Sycamore Gap tree. Voting runs until 28 March 2026, with the public's input contributing 30% to the final decision.

Iceberg breakup fuels phytoplankton bloom in South Atlantic
EnvironmentMar 11

Iceberg breakup fuels phytoplankton bloom in South Atlantic

The breakup of Iceberg A-23A in January 2026 appears to have triggered a significant phytoplankton bloom in the South Atlantic, according to satellite observations and researchers.

Canadian PM Carney urges removal of Prince Andrew from succession
PoliticsMar 10

Canadian PM Carney urges removal of Prince Andrew from succession

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for Prince Andrew's removal from the British line of succession, citing alleged misconduct. The move follows support from other Commonwealth nations.