Was ancient India the world’s forgotten superpower?
In Deja Vu’s latest episode, William Dalrymple explores ancient India’s global influence – and how it was overlooked.
Month: October 2026
Black Death had dramatic effect on species diversity as humans abandoned farmland, study finds
When millions of people died in Europe during the Black Death, biodiversity suffered too, new research suggests. The findings suggest that human activities once promoted
This 850-year-old ‘firework’ supernova is full of mysterious knots
Quick facts What it is: Pa 30, a supernova remnant Where it is: 7,500 light-years away, in the constellation Cassiopeia When it was shared: Oct.
Can cuttlefish hypnotize their prey?
Like their cephalopod cousins the octopuses , cuttlefish are masters of disguise. As they hunt, these marine predators send waves of color across their skin.
Super Scam Me documentary shows what it takes to catch a romance scammer
If you got a DM from an unverified Jon Bon Jovi account after commenting on one of his official Instagram posts, what would it take
Blue Origin is going all in on the New Glenn rocket
Blue Origin announced a major expansion of its already considerable Florida launch facilities on Friday morning with the intent of eventually flying more than 100
Oil facilities hit in deadly overnight attack on St Petersburg
At least one person was killed in the strikes, which also hit a data centre used by Russia’s equivalent of Facebook.
Faithful gather to welcome Pope Leo back for Sunday blessing after cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV has returned to the Vatican after undergoing surgery to remove a lung tumor
Woman drives truck through soccer pitch, killing child and man
Two people, including a child, were killed and 10 others injured when a woman drove a truck through a soccer field in Kansas, US police
Supreme Court appears open to wider video privacy law in Paramount case
The US Supreme Court appeared ready to side with a man who says a Paramount website shared his video history with Facebook. The case could
Jordan-Israel border becomes new hotspot for sophisticated drug trade
A surge in drug smuggling from Israel to Jordan using drones and balloons prompts accusations of border guard collusion.
Palestinian karate champion Maryam Bsharat wins second world title
Palestinian athlete Maryam Bsharat won gold at the World Karate Championships in Poland.
Ukrainian drone attack on Russia’s St Petersburg kills 1, hits energy sites
Zelenskyy says Russian attacks on Ukraine overnight kill two people, adding that Moscow continues to break energy ceasefire.
Ending corridor care in hospitals for children will be a priority, says health secretary
Yvette Cooper also announces £140m investment in England’s urgent care system, ahead of winter.