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The UK's June heatwave prompted widespread media coverage, with nearly 2,500 articles published on the topic. However, an analysis of these reports found that almost three-quarters failed to mention the climate crisis. This omission is notable, given the scientific consensus…

The North Sea oil industry is pressing Labour leader Andy Burnham to approve new drilling projects in UK waters if he becomes Prime Minister. The lobby is highlighting the potential economic benefits of the projects, citing Burnham's reindustrialisation agenda. Two…

Eyam Moor in Derbyshire is home to a population of brown hares, whose young are known as leverets. These juvenile hares are notoriously difficult to spot due to their camouflage and evasive behavior. Born with their eyes open and a…

Economists are warning that the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran could lead to a fourth interest rate rise in Australia. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has already raised rates three times this year. Rising oil prices, potentially…

A nearly complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton is set to be auctioned at Sotheby's in New York, sparking concern among palaeontologists. The fossil, estimated to be worth over $6 million, is one of the most well-preserved T rex skeletons ever found.…

Bali's water supply is under strain due to the rapid growth of tourism on the Indonesian island. The increasing demand for water from hotels, resorts, and golf courses has led to a significant depletion of the island's natural resources. Traditional…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has requested 300 Patriot missile defense systems to support the country's defense through the winter. This request is part of a broader effort to bolster Ukraine's air defenses amid ongoing conflict with Russia. The Patriot systems…

The US government has refunded $81 billion in tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump after the Supreme Court ruled them illegal. These tariffs were levied on goods imported into the US from countries including China, Europe, and India. The…

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has launched a campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC is a global tribunal that investigates and prosecutes war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. Rubio claims the court is interfering…

Idaho voters will decide on a ballot measure in November's election that could overturn one of the strictest abortion bans in the US. The proposed reproductive freedom law would reverse the current ban on abortions at all stages of pregnancy.…

UK doctors warn that the current generation of children may become one of the unhealthiest in decades. A recent analysis of 12 key health indicators, including asthma, obesity, and vaccination rates, reveals a concerning trend. Child health in the UK…

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot and killed a man in Maine. The victim, identified by rights groups as a 26-year-old Colombian, was not the target of the arrest. The incident occurred when ICE agents attempted to apprehend…

Australia's online watchdog has reported a significant increase in sextortion cases, with young men being the primary targets. This type of cybercrime involves blackmailing individuals over explicit content. The watchdog warns that victims are often hesitant to report incidents due…