Ramie Targoff, author of "Shakespeare's Sisters," discusses the reality of women's lives during the Renaissance — an era far less glorious than its reputation suggests. She explains why some women wrote despite having no prospect of commercial success and how they managed to become writers in such restrictive conditions.
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SuperNori is a new AI system designed for households, aiming to help with shopping, leisure planning and controlling home appliances such as robot vacuums. Its creators seek to differentiate it from AI tools aimed at professionals or simple entertainment. The product enters the market as a response to the lack of integrated family-focused AI solutions.
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Nintendo has released Rhythm Heaven Groove, the latest entry in its quirky rhythm game series, for the Switch. Nintendo Life awarded it 8/10, calling it a worthy swansong for the console. Readers are now invited to submit their own score in a poll.
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Andrzej Wajda claimed he knew nothing about music and preferred silence, yet his films tell a different story — music was deeply intertwined with his imagery. The director carefully selected composers and soundtracks, treating music as a fully equal element of film narrative. Few filmmakers managed to blend image and sound as skilfully as Wajda.
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A strong El Niño expected later this year could bring drought, floods and mass displacement to parts of Africa. Experts say the warning signs are clear but question whether governments will act in time to prevent disaster. Regions already vulnerable to extreme weather are seen as most at risk.
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SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell has announced she will donate company stock to Donald Trump's savings account programme, known as Trump Accounts. Trump said last week on CNBC that he expected SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to donate stock to the initiative. Shotwell is the first SpaceX executive to publicly commit to the donation.
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Jordan Henderson suffered a serious injury while celebrating after England's match victory, ruling him out for the rest of the tournament. The circumstances are unusual — the midfielder was hurt not during play, but in the post-match celebrations. His absence is a significant blow for England's hopes.
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Norway pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the World Cup by eliminating Brazil in the round of 16. Erling Haaland scored twice and goalkeeper Orjan Nyland was outstanding, with both players hailed as national heroes by Norwegian media. Coach Stale Solbakken's squad has written itself into football history, according to unanimous local coverage.
Ukrainian drones struck two fuel tankers on the Sea of Azov during the night of 5–6 July, the commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces, Robert "Madziar" Browdi, confirmed. The vessels were travelling from the area of Taganrog towards Crimea. The attack targeted fuel supply routes to the occupied peninsula.
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Actor Noah Wyle argues that his series "The Pitt," filmed in Los Angeles, could serve as a replicable model to attract other productions back to California. Film and TV production in L.A. has sharply declined in recent years, despite California raising its annual tax incentive programme to $750 million. The issue has become a major topic in both the L.A. mayoral race and the California gubernatorial campaign.
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TV presenter Paulina Krupińska spent the first week of her summer holiday in the Mazury lake district, sharing photos of the forests and lakes. Among the images was a snapshot with her 10-year-old daughter Antonina. Krupińska gave fans a glimpse of her older child's current appearance.
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The hospital in Zabrze has written to parents warning that following the merger of its children's oncology ward with the one in Katowice, it cannot accommodate all young patients. The facility currently lacks a specialist with the necessary experience in treating childhood brain tumours. Parents of affected children will likely be referred to hospitals in Kraków or Warsaw.
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The remains of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei were preserved for several months rather than buried promptly, contradicting Islamic custom that requires swift interment. Iran's government confirmed the delay, while Islamic scholars suggest it was driven by political and security considerations. The case has sparked debate about the intersection of political power and religious practice in Iran.
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The 1995 Stillen SMZ is a tuned version of the Nissan 300ZX, built by racing driver Steve Millen's aftermarket company. The package adds suspension, bodywork and exhaust upgrades aimed at boosting performance and aesthetics. The road test evaluates whether Millen's modifications genuinely improve on Nissan's already capable sports coupe.
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Russia's largest bank, Sberbank, is targeting an early December 2025 launch for a crypto wallet and digital depository integrated into its Sber apps. The rollout is contingent on Russia passing new digital asset legislation. The move reflects a broader Russian push to regulate and institutionalise cryptocurrency use.
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The crew of a flight returning from Egypt deliberately left the luggage of all 100 passengers behind at the airport without warning them, citing insufficient fuel for a safe flight with the extra weight. Passengers only discovered what had happened after landing at their home airport.
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For centuries it was believed that the four Gospels were written by direct eyewitnesses to Jesus's life. Modern historians and biblical scholars now describe a far more complex process involving oral tradition, decades of editing and doctrinal disputes before the texts were fixed. Researchers stress they are not undermining the value of the Gospels but revealing the remarkable history behind their creation.
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Former AC Milan and Brazil star Alexandre Pato told WP SportoweFakty that Robert Lewandowski made the right decision in transferring to Chicago Fire. Pato called Lewandowski a great player and a good person, and expressed confidence that the Pole will be happy with the move. The transfer has generated significant interest in football circles.
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Microsoft has laid off more than 3,200 employees from its Xbox division. Earlier reports by Bloomberg indicated that studios including Compulsion Games, Double Fine, Ninja Theory, Undead Labs and Arkane were all at risk of closure. The cuts had been anticipated since early July 2026.
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Bank Pekao S.A. has launched a promotion for new customers offering a 300 PLN welcome bonus and a 5.7% interest rate on a savings account. The full offer includes up to 2,700 PLN in total bonuses, free ATM withdrawals worldwide, and extra cash rewards for everyday purchases made with the bank's gold card.
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Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces attacked two shadow-fleet tankers carrying petrol from Taganrog to Crimea on the Sea of Azov. Simultaneously, strikes on land destroyed two S-400 Triumf air-defence systems and a fuel depot in Kerch. The operation was announced by SBS commander Robert "Madiar" Browdi.
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TV presenter Izabella Krzan, who recently joined "Dzień Dobry TVN," addressed online rumours in an interview with Onet. She denied reports that she has used aesthetic medicine, acknowledging that such speculation appears regularly. She also responded to romance allegations that have been circulating online for months.
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