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Spanish authorities have arrested Jonathan Andic, son of Mango fashion chain founder Isak Andic, in connection with his father's death. Isak Andic died in 2024 after falling down a mountain ravine. Catalan police are currently questioning Jonathan Andic as part…

The family of Ronald Greene, a Black man who died in police custody, has received a $4.85m settlement from Louisiana state police. Greene's death occurred in 2019 after a traffic stop, with police initially claiming he died from injuries sustained…

A recent report has shed light on the growing trend of online primate sales in the US. Researchers monitored social media platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, and others, over a six-week period in 2025. During this time, they found over 1,600…

Six US states are holding primaries, with key contests in Georgia and Pennsylvania. Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, a critic of former President Donald Trump, faces a primary challenge from Ed Gallrein. Trump has endorsed Gallrein, urging Kentucky voters…

The World Health Organization's director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has expressed deep concern over the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. At least 130 people are thought to have been killed by the virus. Cases and deaths continue to…

The United Nations Security Council has convened to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Russia and Belarus are currently conducting joint nuclear drills, escalating tensions in the region. This development comes on the heels of recent intense Russian attacks on…

UK wage growth has slowed and the unemployment rate has risen to 5%, with employment falling by 100,000, the largest drop in six years. This decline in employment is a notable shift in the labor market. The slowdown in wage…

US President Donald Trump has stated that a planned attack on Iran was put on hold due to a request from Gulf allies. The attack was reportedly scheduled to take place on Tuesday. Trump claimed the decision was made to…

Sierra Leonean singer and opposition figure Zainab Sheriff has been sentenced to four years in prison for incitement and threatening language. The sentence has sparked outrage among activists, who claim it is a crackdown on free speech. Sheriff, a popular…

UK unemployment has risen to 5%, surpassing expectations. This increase comes as firms face significant pressure from soaring energy costs, exacerbated by the ongoing conflict with Iran. The war has disrupted global energy markets, leading to increased costs for businesses.…

UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Spring Budget had offered a glimmer of hope for economic recovery, but escalating tensions with Iran have derailed this optimism. The conflict has led to rising oil prices, threatening to undermine the UK's fragile economic upturn.…

The Royal Australasian College of Physicians has suspended its president, Dr Sharmila Chandran, from her position until 20 September. The suspension follows an alleged health and safety breach, prompting regulatory action. The college has agreed to work with the regulator…

Thames Water's rescue deal is under threat due to uncertainty over the next UK prime minister. Potential investors are hesitant to commit to the deal amid concerns that Labour leader Andy Burnham may push to bring utility companies into public…

A diphtheria outbreak in the Northern Territory has spread to Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia. Health Minister Mark Butler has described it as the biggest diphtheria outbreak in decades. The outbreak has prompted an urgent vaccination effort, with vaccines…