Author: News Desk

Cliff Notes Five people, including a police officer, have died in a shooting at a Midtown Manhattan skyscraper; the suspected gunman, identified as Shane Devon Tamura, took his own life after the attack. The incident occurred at 345 Park Avenue, home to several major firms and the NFL; details about the motive for the shooting remain unclear. The NYPD has confirmed the scene is contained and urged the public to avoid the area while they manage the ongoing investigation and support from federal agents. Five dead including police officer after shooting at New York skyscraper | US News Five people,…

Cliff Notes – Wuchang: Fallen Feathers review taking the soul out of Soulslike Wuchang: Fallen Feathers review summary In Short: A wearingly competent Soulslike that seems to have no interest in inventing anything of its own and which is nowhere near as refined as FromSoftware’s best games. Pros: The combat is perfectly entertaining, with a wide range of weapons and impressively vast skill tree. The madness stat is an interesting feature that should’ve been expanded on further. Cons: Everything in the game has been done a dozen times before and usually to better effect. Nasty difficulty spikes and simplistic storytelling.…

Cliff Notes Matty Healy emphasises the importance of grassroots venues in nurturing new talent, warning their decline could lead to a cultural “silence” in the UK music scene. The Seed Sounds Weekender, taking place from 26-28 September, aims to support over 2,000 gigs across more than 1,000 small venues, highlighting their role in launching musical careers. Recent venue closures and funding challenges have underscored the need for better support for local stages, with initiatives like the £85m Creative Foundations Fund announced to assist arts venues. The 1975 star Matty Healy warns of musical ‘silence’ without small stages as he backs…

Cliff Notes The Royal Jordanian Air Force conducted one of the first aid drop flights into Gaza, delivering eight tonnes of food and baby formula as the region faces a severe humanitarian crisis. Airdrop methods are deemed flawed; chaotic scenes on the ground saw individuals fighting for limited aid, raising concerns that it fails to reach those most in need. Despite calls for increased road aid distribution during temporary humanitarian pauses in fighting, the situation remains critical, with hospitals reporting starvation-related deaths amid continuous airstrikes. Mile after mile of grey rubble – the view from a plane dropping aid to…

Cliff Notes – Pakistan fan ‘asked to cover shirt’ during England-India Test Lancashire is investigating an incident where a fan was requested by security to cover a Pakistan shirt during the fourth Test at Old Trafford, citing potential nationalistic concerns. The fan, Farooq Nazar, recorded his interactions with security and police, ultimately choosing to leave the venue rather than comply with the request. The incident occurs amid heightened political tensions between India and Pakistan, impacting cricket relations and participation in bilateral series. Pakistan fan ‘asked to cover shirt’ during England-India Test Lancashire have said they are investigating after an incident…

Hamilton’s Support Shines Amid Antonelli’s Belgian GP Struggles Andrea Kimi Antonelli faced a challenging weekend at the Belgian Grand Prix, struggling in qualifying and ultimately finishing 16th in the main race. However, the young driver found solace in unexpected support from seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who delivered words of encouragement following Antonelli’s difficult outing. Antonelli’s Belgian GP Qualifying Setback In an underwhelming qualifying session, Antonelli was outperformed by teammate George Russell for the eighth consecutive time, ending up in 18th place, 0.355 seconds behind the British driver. The Italian rookie’s frustration was evident as he left the track for…

Cliff Notes – How Arsenal new boy Viktor Gyökeres became Europe’s top striker Viktor Gyökeres transformed from a struggling player to one of Europe’s leading strikers, scoring 97 goals in 102 games for Sporting CP after a €20 million move from Coventry City. His impressive performances led Arsenal to secure his signature for €63 million, highlighting his rapid ascent in the football world. Gyökeres’ development was aided by a strong mentality and coaching, allowing him to refine his technical skills and become a prolific scorer in both domestic and international competitions. How Arsenal new boy Viktor Gyökeres became Europe’s top…

Cliff Notes – Strictly fans reckon they’ve cracked identity of first celebrity after huge clue Speculation suggests Dani Dyer may be the first confirmed celebrity for Strictly Come Dancing 2025, following her recent appearance at the show’s studios. All professionals from the previous series will return, with two new dancers, Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon, joining the lineup. Dyer’s participation has been rumoured since May, with reports indicating she has signed a pre-show contract and is finalising her fee. Strictly fans reckon they’ve cracked identity of first celebrity after huge clue Do we already know our first celeb confirmed for…

Cliff Notes Sir Keir Starmer faced Donald Trump during a televised encounter, navigating significant political differences while managing awkward moments, including Trump’s remarks about London mayor Sadiq Khan. Trump announced pressure on Vladimir Putin for a ceasefire and addressed concerns regarding Gaza, giving Starmer some policy wins despite the tension. The meeting highlighted the power dynamics, with Starmer appearing to endure the encounter for the potential benefits of being associated with the U.S. president. Starmer ran the gauntlet with Trump but just about emerged intact When TV cameras are let in to film world leaders meeting in person, the resulting…

Cliff Notes – The best soccer teams of the past 25 years ranked from 25 to 1 Chelsea’s recent victory in the Club World Cup final signifies the conclusion of the 25th European soccer season of the century, prompting a retrospective ranking of the top 25 club teams since 2000. The methodology for ranking these teams combines points per game and goal differential, with adjustments for league difficulty and Champions League performance, reflecting the evolution of the game over the past quarter-century. Notable teams include PSG and Real Madrid, whose recent successes highlight the ongoing competitiveness in European football, while…