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US garbage incinerators are not effectively eliminating PFAS, a group of 'forever chemicals' known for their persistence in the environment. These chemicals have been linked to various health problems, including cancer and reproductive issues. Public health advocates warn that the…

Ana María, a 23-year-old asylum seeker, had been living and working in the US while her case was pending. However, her situation took a turn when she was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for several months. During her…

Delhi's homeless population faces severe challenges during the summer months, with temperatures often reaching 45 degrees Celsius. For one family living under a flyover, the extreme heat poses a significant threat to their survival. The family, which includes a mother…

Rising inflation was a key factor in Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, with many voters expressing dissatisfaction with the economy under his predecessor. Trump's message resonated with those who felt left behind by globalization and stagnant wages. However, his policies,…

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD, is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome that affects approximately 5% of women of childbearing age. Mothers with PMDD often experience intense emotional symptoms, including irritability, anxiety, and explosive rage, which can significantly impact their…

Pope Leo's recent encyclical warning about the risks of artificial intelligence has resonated with Americans. Many Guardian readers in the US have expressed similar concerns, citing threats to workers, privacy, and human life. The pope's statement highlighted the need for…

UK charities are warning that a rise in youth unemployment is driving more young people to homelessness. Centrepoint, a leading charity, says young people are facing a "huge scarcity of work opportunities". This comes after a report by Alan Milburn,…

Four more men have been rescued from a flooded cave in Laos, bringing the total number of rescued to eight. The men were part of a group of 12 who became trapped in the cave on June 23. Divers are…

US President Donald Trump's efforts to negotiate a new deal with Iran have yielded a potential agreement that falls short of his initial goals. The proposed deal, which aims to revive the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, marks a…

Ministers have called on the City of London to take action over large groups of swimmers disturbing wildlife in Hampstead Heath's ponds. The ponds are a habitat for nesting birds and other wildlife. Recent warm weather has drawn crowds of…

Britain's recent heatwave has exposed the country's deep-seated social and economic inequalities. Temperatures soared to record highs, but the experience of the heat varied greatly across different communities. Those in affluent areas, with access to air conditioning and well-insulated homes,…

Colombia is set to hold presidential elections on Sunday, with voters choosing between candidates representing the left and right. The election comes amid a resurgence of political violence, which has plagued the country for decades. Leftist Gustavo Petro, a former…

Manchester cafe owner Shams Sadiq has alleged that police attempted to recruit him as an informant to gather information on Palestine Action, a pro-Palestinian activist group. Sadiq claims officers visited his cafe and offered him financial incentives to spy on…

Russian missiles have struck Kyiv, killing two people and injuring 90, with significant damage reported at several of the city's cultural institutions. The attack has devastated many of Kyiv's museums, with roofs collapsing and buildings severely damaged. The Ukrainian capital's…