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Ocean surface temperatures reached a record high for June, sparking concerns among European scientists. This milestone follows a trend of rising temperatures in recent years, with last month's reading surpassing the previous record. The elevated temperatures are expected to have…

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to hold a Republican midterm convention in Dallas. This move breaks with the traditional practice of holding national party conventions only in presidential election years. The event, scheduled to take place ahead of…

Donald Trump's crypto businesses generated over $1 billion in revenue in 2025, a recent filing reveals. This significant earnings figure surpasses the combined revenue of much of his property portfolio, which took decades to accumulate. Trump's foray into cryptocurrency ventures…

The United States and Iran are set to resume talks over the fate of $6 billion in Iranian assets frozen in the US. These assets have been a point of contention between the two countries for years. The talks are…

A recent UK poll has highlighted concerns about access to emergency contraception, with many respondents expressing difficulty in obtaining the morning-after pill. The survey found that a significant number of people, particularly in rural areas, face barriers in accessing emergency…

The UK government's tightened asylum laws are expected to result in more than half of rejected asylum seekers remaining in the country. A Home Office assessment reveals that new limits on the human rights route, based on family ties, could…

The Australian Labor government is taking steps to increase transparency and regulation of consultants hired by the government. This move follows a recent scandal involving consultancy firms and their dealings with government agencies. The government has faced criticism over the…

The US Supreme Court has issued a ruling on birthright citizenship, with Chief Justice John Roberts writing the majority opinion. The court's decision affirms the principle that citizenship is granted to those born in the United States. Roberts stated that…

Labour leader Keir Starmer has unveiled a defence investment plan that would increase spending by £4.7 billion over four years. The proposal has been met with concern by Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester and a key ally of Starmer.…

Britain's new government has acknowledged the need to increase defence spending, a long-overdue recognition of emerging global threats. The current security landscape demands significant investment in military capabilities. However, this commitment comes at a time of competing spending priorities, including…

A fatal crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, New York, resulting in two deaths and 20 injuries. The incident began when a coach bus struck a vehicle, triggering a chain collision involving four other vehicles. The accident…

The Amos report, a review of maternity and neonatal care in England, has confirmed that patients received unacceptable care, resulting in stillbirths, serious injuries, and maternal deaths. Published recently, the report highlights significant failings in care provided to mothers and…

The Labour government has unveiled a revised defence spending plan, including a £1.5bn increase. This move comes after the previous defence secretary resigned over the initial proposal. New Defence Secretary, Stephen Reeves, has accepted the increase, which had been a…