Introduction The last 24 hours have seen a wide range of significant events across various fields, including technology, sports, entertainment, politics, and science. In this briefing, we will provide an overview of the most important developments.

Technology Protego Ventures, a dedicated defense tech VC in Israel, has completed its final $125 million closing, marking a significant investment in the country's defense technology sector. Meanwhile, a team of ex-Tesla employees has raised $12.5M to develop supply chain software that can automate logistics for companies like DoorDash and HelloFresh. Additionally, Anthropic has released a prospectus detailing its growth and losses, as well as a warning about the potential risks of its AI technology.

Sports In the world of sports, Scotland midfielder Billy Gilmour has spoken out about the pain of missing out on the World Cup. Meanwhile, Phil Taylor has announced that he will come out of retirement to play in the Modus Super Series alongside Adrian Lewis. Former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has also commented on the recent Manchester City verdict, describing it as a 'period of deception'.

Entertainment In entertainment news, fans are gearing up to buy tickets for Glastonbury 2027, with experts offering tips and advice on how to secure tickets. Sir Ranulph Fiennes' relatives have spoken out about the difficulties of visiting him in care, alleging that he has been admitted to several homes under assumed names. The police drama 'Blue Lights' has also been making waves in Northern Ireland, highlighting tensions between police and communities.

Politics and World News In politics, union boss Andy Burnham has spoken out against scrapping the pensions triple lock, describing it as 'morally wrong'. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is also set to unveil a new public body to invest in the electricity grid, aiming to reduce energy costs. Meanwhile, in world news, Burkina Faso's junta leader has opened a major gold refinery in an effort to keep mining profits within the country. Malaysia has begun the controversial repatriation of asylum seekers to Myanmar, despite human rights concerns. Vietnam has also been accused of abducting Australian and Norwegian activists, with the government claiming that they entered the country illegally.

Science and Environment In science and environment news, a committee chairwoman has warned that lives will be lost unless the UK takes more action to combat wildfires. A record year for wildfires in England and Wales has highlighted the need for better training and planning. Meanwhile, a 30-year project has been launched to restore former farmland and boost wildlife, using specialist wildflower and herb mixes. In other news, locals in Bangkok have created a floating market during floods, selling produce from floating platforms and foam boxes.