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Instead of apologising, and working out how to change for the better, why not deny all wrongdoing and paint yourself as the victim of a 'system' that's out to get you (and anyone like you)?

Gemini CLI integration is nice, but there's little polish in building apps from prompts

Google today unveiled updates to Firebase Studio at its Cloud Summit event in London, adding Gemini command-line interface (CLI) integration, initial Model Context Protocol (MCP) support, and "Agent Mode."…

Officers had been pursuing the car after it was reported stolen from a property in Fenham, Newcastle, at around 9.20pm last night.

The Masters champion has been enjoying a two-week break in England after finishing sixth in the Travelers Championship, and making the decision to move back across the pond.

Here are top psychologist Lindsay Gibson's strategies for getting the best out of an emotionally immature parent - without sacrificing your own wellbeing in the process.

The American soccer player, 23, took issue with the reference to her estranged dad while supporting her boyfriend and No.10 seed Ben Shelton at Wimbledon .

The icon's daughter took to Instagram on Tuesday to blast Gere, 75, for apparently renegging on a promise he made to her family to 'take care of land' when he bought the home for $10m in 2022.

A man from Northwich in Cheshire who lost a whopping eight stone has praised a diet change for his impressive transformation.

It's among thousands of illicit packages bound for Essex that have been intercepted

Two women convicted of defaming French first lady Brigitte Macron by saying she was 'born a man' were today sensationally cleared on appeal.

Senators from both parties are preparing to challenge the Trump administration's proposed 24% cut to NASA's budget, with the Senate appropriations committee advancing a $24.9 billion allocation that matches the agency's 2025 funding levels. The bipartisan pushback directly contradicts President Donald Trump's budget request, which sought to slash NASA's science portfolio funding nearly in half and terminate dozens of operating and planned missions. "We rejected cuts that would have devastated NASA science by 47% and would have terminated 55 operating and planned missions," Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland, said. The Senate bill allocates $7.3 billion for science programs. Senators also refused the administration's call to cancel the Space Launch System rocket and Orion crew capsule after their third flights, programs Trump's budget labeled "grossly expensive and delayed." "The bill reflects an ambitious approach to space exploration, prioritizing the agency's flagship program, Artemis, and rejecting premature termination of systems like SLS and Orion before commercial replacements are ready," said Senator Jerry Moran, a Kansas Republican.

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A FOOTBALL club wants to reward the heroes who “risked their lives” to save a sailor whose boat was trapped in mud and had to be airlifted to safety.

The shop has been empty for five years

by George Whittaker A Paradigm Shift in Desktop Computing

The landscape of desktop operating systems has witnessed a notable transformation in 2025. Linux, once considered a niche player, has achieved a significant milestone by capturing 4.7% of the global desktop market share. This achievement underscores a growing trend of users seeking alternatives to traditional operating systems.

Tracing the Growth Trajectory

Linux's journey to its current standing has been marked by steady growth:

• July 2022: 2.76%

• July 2023: 3.12%

• July 2024: 4.44%

• June 2025: 4.7%

This upward trend reflects a combination of technological advancements and shifting user preferences.

Catalysts Behind the Surge 1. Gaming Innovations

The gaming sector has played a pivotal role in Linux's rising popularity. Valve's Steam Deck, a handheld gaming device running on Linux-based SteamOS, has introduced a new audience to the capabilities of Linux. Additionally, compatibility layers like Proton have enhanced the gaming experience on Linux platforms.

2. Enhanced Hardware Support

Modern Linux distributions have significantly improved hardware compatibility, making installation and daily use more seamless for users across various devices.

3. Cost-Effective Solutions

The open-source nature of Linux offers a free alternative to proprietary operating systems, appealing to both individual users and organizations aiming to reduce software licensing costs.

4. Regional Adoption Patterns

Certain regions have exhibited higher adoption rates. In the United States, Linux's desktop market share reached 5.03% in June 2025. In India, the figure stood at 16.21% as of July 2024. These statistics highlight the global appeal and adaptability of Linux.

Addressing Ongoing Challenges 1. Ecosystem Fragmentation

The diversity of Linux distributions, while offering flexibility, can lead to inconsistencies in user experience and software compatibility.

Despite progress, some proprietary applications and games remain inaccessible or require complex configurations on Linux systems.

2. Software Availability

Despite progress, some proprietary applications and games remain inaccessible or require complex configurations on Linux systems.

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Markshall Estate in Essex is home to nearly half of the UK's butterfly species, including the elusive Purple Emperor.

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EXCLUSIVE BY JONATHAN McEVOY: It had all seemed so perfect only a week before. It was Clay Day at the Horner's manor in Oxfordshire. A shoot. The sun was shining.

Lyndsey Kelly, from Bolton, has revealed how she dropped from a size 16 to a size 8 without Mounjaro - prompting people so say she 'looks 10 years younger' after her transformation.