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Maine Democrat Ben Platner is facing new allegations of physical intimidation towards women, but remains confident that voters will elect him to the Senate. Platner has denied the reports, stating that his past is being "weaponized" against him. The allegations…

The UK's technology secretary has expressed concern about the spread of misinformation on social media during periods of social unrest. She stated that the government is considering measures to curb the spread of false information online. This comes as social…

Pope Leo has begun a tour of Spain, his first papal visit to the country since 2011. The pontiff is expected to focus on the marginalised during his visit, including migrants. He will meet with migrants in the Canary Islands,…

A lawsuit has been filed against the proposed Stratos datacenter project in Utah, which has been a subject of controversy due to concerns over its potential health impacts. The project, backed by Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary, initially faced opposition due…

New York City is cracking down on pet owners who fail to clean up after their animals. Complaints about dog waste have surged, prompting the city to take action. The issue is not only a nuisance, but also a health…

California's slow vote count has prompted criticism from Donald Trump, who claims the process is being "stolen". However, experts say the state's deliberate pace is a result of its robust anti-fraud system. This system includes multiple verifications and opportunities for…

A jury has been selected in the murder trial of Karmelo Anthony, a Black teenager accused of stabbing Austin Metcalf, a white student, at a 2025 high school track meet in an affluent Dallas suburb. The jury consists of 12…

Somalia is facing a severe hunger crisis, with over 6.5 million people at risk of severe hunger. Drought and floods have forced many from their homes, seeking refuge in camps such as those in Mogadishu. However, conditions in these camps…

The UK ceramics sector, a historic industry with roots in Stoke-on-Trent, is seeking additional support to prevent further closures. A recent £120m package has been welcomed by brands such as Portmeirion, but industry leaders argue more help is needed. The…

SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is preparing for a historic initial public offering (IPO). This launch is expected to be the largest in history, with the company valued at over $150 billion. Interested investors will be able to buy shares…

A grave in Norfolk containing the remains of 119 sailors may be exhumed due to the threat of coastal erosion. The sailors were crew members of HMS Invincible, which sank off the coast of Norfolk in 1801. The ship was…

New York state is considering a temporary ban on large datacenters, targeting facilities over 20 megawatts. The proposed moratorium, introduced by state senator Kristen Gonzalez, aims to halt the construction of 'hyperscale' datacenters. These large facilities, often built by tech…

Mental health diagnosis interviews, long considered the gold standard for assessing psychiatric conditions, have been found to vary significantly in reliability. Researchers examined the consistency of diagnostic interviews across different mental health conditions. The study revealed that while interviews were…

Israeli troops have shot dead a seven-month-old Palestinian baby in the occupied West Bank. The infant, Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, was being held by his mother when the incident occurred in Hebron. Details of the shooting are still emerging, but…