What is Starfall? A look at SpaceX’s mysterious new return capsule

SpaceX just launched a brand-new return capsule that it has been developing in the dark. That vehicle, called Starfall, lifted off atop a Falcon 9 rocket this morning (June 23), on a test mission designed to show that it can fly in a controlled fashion and survive the fiery trip…

Shark attack victim Leah Stewart wakes up from her coma in miraculous update – as her brother reveals her first words

A mother left fighting for life after being attacked by a shark has been brought out of her coma as her first words to her family are revealed. Leah Stewart, 35, was mauled by a great white shark while swimming at Coogee Beach, in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, on June 13.…

Shark alarm sounds at Bondi Beach after SECOND sighting in as many days – and more than a week after a mother was attacked at nearby swimming spot

By KYLIE STEVENS, SENIOR BREAKING NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 23:00 BST, 23 June 2026 | Updated: 23:42 BST, 23 June 2026 A shark has been spotted at Australia’s most famous beach for the second time in two days, forcing swimmers out of the water.  The shark alarm rang out at Bondi…

NASA Names Sean Gallagher as Chief Information Officer

NASA has selected Sean Gallagher as the agency’s chief information officer (CIO). In this role, he is responsible for the agency’s entire portfolio of Information Technology products and services. Gallagher has been serving in an acting capacity since January and his permanent role is effective immediately. “Sean Gallagher’s leadership has…

Andy Burnham’s team ‘flapping’ with panic as they scramble to prepare for government after praying Keir Starmer would give them more time before departing Downing Street

Andy Burnham’s team was accused of ‘flapping’ with panic today, as they scrambled preparations to enter government far sooner than expected. The team surrounding the newly sworn-in Makerfield MP had been praying that Keir Starmer would announce plans for a September handover of power, but he blindsided them on Monday…

Avian flu fears spread to a SECOND state in Australia after two dead birds wash up on shore: ‘Absolutely critical’

Urgent testing is underway on two seabirds found dead on a remote beach in South Australia, sparking fears that the H5N1 bird flu virus has spread to a second state. It comes just days after Australia’s first two confirmed cases of the deadly variant were detected in Western Australia, sending…

NASA’s Webb Pinpoints Millions of Stars Within Cigar Galaxy

Located 12 million light-years away and undergoing rapid star formation, edge-on spiral galaxy Messier 82 (M82) is a scientifically unique sight to behold, and now NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has revealed previously unseen details. M82’s intense star formation, thought to be the result of a galaxy merger, will be…

You should turn off fans when it’s too hot – but how hot is too hot?

Fans don’t always cool you down Scott Barbour/Getty Images With Europe in the grip of a mega heatwave and deaths already being reported, staying cool isn’t just about comfort – for many, it is a matter of life and death. Many people will be relying on fans rather than air…

Kamala Harris makes a mockery of herself with latest word salad during interview with wide-eyed Don Lemon

By ANNA WRIGHT, US REPORTER Published: 21:55 BST, 23 June 2026 | Updated: 22:25 BST, 23 June 2026 Former Vice President Kamala Harris is facing a fresh wave of online mockery after her latest interview was slammed as a ‘word salad’ response.  Harris appeared on ex CNN anchor Don Lemon’s…

How to protect your money from Andy Burnham: What to do now to fight potential tax raids

Brace yourself for another round of tax hikes. Keir Starmer’s resignation as Prime Minister has left the door wide open for Andy Burnham to move into Downing Street. He could be announced as PM as early as July 16 if he is the only candidate. Mr Burnham has voiced support…