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Niger's military regime has launched a crackdown on the LGBTQ+ community, arresting at least 40 people. The arrests have sparked fears of a resurgence of HIV/Aids, as those detained may lose access to life-saving Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) drugs. The LGBTQ+…

Tasmania is experiencing an unusual visitor, a 1,000kg elephant seal named Neil, who has been causing disruptions in the area. Neil's antics include crushing fences, blocking traffic, and colliding with parked cars. Experts attribute this behaviour to play-fighting, a common…

Thai authorities are investigating the murder of 19-year-old Thunchanok Donhomla, allegedly at the hands of Australian man Simon Peter Carman. Carman, 52, was arrested on June 25 in connection with Donhomla's death. Security footage shows a friend of Donhomla's visiting…

Bees are crucial pollinators of many food crops, but their fertility is being severely impacted by heatwaves. A recent study has found that extreme heat causes a sharp drop in bee fertility, with significant consequences for pollination. This decline in…

The UK government has announced plans to introduce a pay cap for academy school leaders in England. This move aims to curb high salaries, with nearly 100 academy chief executives currently earning more than £200,000 per year. One chief executive…

The UK government has announced plans to increase the minimum sentence for domestic murder, a move welcomed by campaigners who have fought for years to close the sentencing gap. Grieving mothers have been at the forefront of this effort, pushing…

Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old democratic socialist, has won the Colorado House primary, defeating 15-term incumbent Diana DeGette. DeGette, a longtime representative of Colorado's 1st Congressional District, has held the seat since 1997. Kiros' victory marks a significant upset in the…

Japan aims to boost overseas tourist numbers, with a target of 60 million visitors by 2030. However, the country is grappling with concerns about overtourism, which is straining local infrastructure and communities. To address this issue, Japan is considering introducing…

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…