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Sewage pollution in UK waters is evident in the thriving growth of bright green gutweed at Charmouth beach in Dorset. This type of seaweed is known to flourish in nutrient-rich environments, often found in areas where sewage enters the water.…

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…

US President Donald Trump has vowed to push Congress to abolish birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court ruled against his administration. The court's decision upheld a lower court's ruling that blocked a policy to deny asylum to migrants who crossed…

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…

Sweden's defence manufacturer Saab has signed a contract to deliver 16 Gripen E fighter jets to Ukraine. The deal is valued at $24.6 billion, marking a significant boost to Ukraine's military capabilities. The Gripen E is a multi-role fighter aircraft,…

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…

The US Supreme Court has ruled that the 14th Amendment guarantees birthright citizenship to all individuals born in the United States. The decision brings partial relief to immigrant communities who had feared the court would undermine this constitutional right. However,…

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 US supreme court has upheld laws in West Virginia and Idaho that restrict transgender youth from participating in school sports teams aligning with their gender identity. The ruling is expected to embolden similar restrictions in 25 other states. Transgender…

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…

A recent poll has found a correlation between frequent use of AI chatbots for health advice and belief in anti-vaccine myths. Users who regularly consult AI tools for health information are more likely to believe falsehoods about vaccines, including the…

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 traveler has won $3.3 million on a slot machine at Las Vegas' McCarran International Airport. The lucky winner, whose identity has not been disclosed, placed a $10 stake on the machine. The jackpot was won on a Wheel of…

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…