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Getty ImagesVoice actor Peter Renaday, best known for his role in the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles TV series, has died aged 89.He was the voice of Master Splinter in the original popular animated show broadcast in the 1980s and 1990s. Friend and co-star Townsend Coleman, who voiced Michealangelo in the series, announced Renaday’s death on social media, commenting: “I will miss him dearly.”It’s reported Renaday died at his home in Burbank, California on Sunday of suspected natural causes. Born in Louisiana in 1935, Renaday had a hugely successful career that spanned more than six decades, playing roles in nearly…

After years of rumour, speculation and hype, Sony has confirmed it is launching a more powerful – and much more expensive – version of its hugely popular PlayStation 5 console.The PS5 Pro will be able to show more advanced graphics and display the most demanding games at higher, more consistent frame rates.But that added power will come at a cost: the PS5 Pro will be the most expensive console from Sony to date.It will cost £699.99 when it launches on 7 November this year – hundreds of pounds more than the PS5.”The price point of the PS5 Pro will inevitably…

Glody MurhabaziStaff at the clinic in Lwiro, which is now solely dealing with mpox cases, are exhaustedMedical staff on the front line of the battle against mpox in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have told the BBC they are desperate for vaccines to arrive so they can stem the rate of new infections.At a treatment centre in South Kivu province that the BBC visited in the epicentre of the outbreak, they say more patients are arriving every day – especially babies – and there is a shortage of essential equipment.Mpox – formerly known as monkeypox – is a highly contagious…

BBCNext month’s Budget will involve “difficult decisions” on tax, spending and welfare the Chancellor Rachel Reeves has told the BBC.The new chancellor has faced mounting criticism after cutting Winter Fuel Payments for all but the poorest pensioners.But she said it was the “right decision” and there were further tough decisions to come.Her warning comes as new figures show the UK economy failed to grow in July, after flatlining in June.“I’ve been really clear that the Budget on 30 October will require difficult decisions on tax, on spending, and on welfare,” she told the BBC.”But the prize – if we can…

International Solidarity MovementAysenur Ezgi Eygi was killed at a protest against Israeli settlement expansion in the West BankIsrael’s military has said it was “highly likely” its forces shot dead a US-Turkish woman at a protest in the occupied West Bank last week, though unintentionally.Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, 26, was demonstrating in the town of Beita, near Nablus, against Jewish settlement expansion on 6 September.Witnesses and Palestinian officials said she had been shot by Israeli troops, prompting an investigation by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).Their release of findings on Tuesday concluded it was “highly likely that she was hit indirectly and unintentionally…

‘I love being part of that whole myth’ – James Earl Jones talks about voicing Darth VaderStar Wars creator George Lucas has led the tributes to “incredible actor” James Earl Jones, the voice behind Darth Vader, following his death at the age of 93.In a statement, Lucas described Jones as “a most unique voice both in art and spirit”.”For nearly half a century he was Darth Vader, but the secret to it all is he was a beautiful human being,” the director said.”He gave depth, sincerity and meaning to all his roles, amongst the most important being a devoted husband…

Europe’s top court has ruled Google must pay a €2.4bn (£2bn) fine handed down for abusing the market dominance of its shopping comparison service.The tech giant had appealed against the fine, which was originally levied by the European Commission in 2017.It was at the time the largest penalty the Commission had ever imposed – though it has since been supplanted by a €4.3bn fine, also against Google.Google said it was “disappointed” with the ruling.It brings an end to a long-running case that was first brought by British firm Foundem in 2009, when the UK was still part of the EU.Another…

Cordelia OstlerRhiannon Williams had been receiving counselling for depression and anxietyA father has said his 24-year-old daughter’s suicide hit him like a “depth charge” which “shred things in ways that are difficult to describe”.One year on from Rhiannon’s death, Gareth Williams wants other parents to know how “seriously dangerous” poor mental health can be.The latest figures show the suicide rate in Wales in 2023 was the highest for a decade, with an average of about one every day.Mr Williams’ comments come as a Welsh government-backed service is rolled out across Wales to support those affected by suicide.Mental health warning after…

Apple has been told to pay back €13bn (£11bn; $14bn) in unpaid taxes to Ireland by the European Court of Justice (ECJ). The EU Commission accused Ireland of giving Apple illegal tax advantages eight years ago but the Irish government has consistently argued against the need for the tax to be paid back.“The Court of Justice gives final judgment in the matter and confirms the European Commission’s 2016 decision: Ireland granted Apple unlawful aid which Ireland is required to recover,” the court said.The news comes a day after the tech giant released its new iPhone 16 range.”This case has never…

Laurel County Sheriff’s OfficePolice on the lookout for a suspect wanted in the shootings near London, KentuckySchools in several Kentucky counties are closed Monday as the search for a man suspected of shooting into vehicles along a major highway, injuring five people, continued into a third day.Joseph A Couch, 32, the suspect in the shootings was charged Monday with multiple counts of attempted murder and assault.After the incident on Saturday evening, police believe the attacker fled to a remote rugged area about 9 miles (14km) from the city of London in south-eastern Kentucky.The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office said that they…