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Italians are up in arms over pricey beach clubs that ban packed lunches. The latest controversy began when a child was reprimanded for eating a homemade sandwich at a private resort. Beach clubs along Italy's coast have long prohibited outside…

UK schools are struggling to cope with extreme heat, with temperatures exceeding 40C in some classrooms. Pupils are experiencing nausea, fainting, and heatstroke, prompting teachers to demand urgent adaptations. The heatwave has highlighted the need for better ventilation and cooling…

Australia's religious landscape may be less devout than previously thought. A survey has found that if the census question on religion were rephrased, the country would no longer be considered majority religious. The current census question asks respondents to nominate…

This week, Disney's live-action remake of Moana is set to debut, starring Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia. The film is the latest in a series of Disney animations to receive the live-action treatment. Music fans can look forward to new…

Harvest time has begun in Brigg, Lincolnshire, with farmers preparing for a six-week process to cut their crops. The season starts with barley and is expected to conclude with beans. Notably, this year's harvest is three weeks earlier than it…

European officials are considering proposals to allow navigational fees in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane. The strait, located between Iran and Oman, is a key passage for international oil trade. Recent tensions in the region have raised…

Australia's eSafety commissioner is monitoring the top 30 adult websites for compliance with new age verification laws. These laws, introduced in March, require adult sites to implement age checks for Australian users. Most popular porn sites have now implemented age…

A federal judge in Washington DC has dismissed the seditious conspiracy case against former Proud Boys leader Ethan Nordean and three other members. The judge's decision comes despite prosecutors' arguments that the group conspired to forcibly oppose the transfer of…

Venezuela's earthquake death toll has surpassed 4,000, with nearly 17,000 people injured. Thousands more are listed as missing, highlighting the enormity of the disaster. The 7.0-magnitude quake struck the country last week, causing widespread destruction. President Delcy Rodríguez has appealed…

The NSW Liberal Party is facing an existential crisis due to allegations of corrupt conduct. Two hearings in 2022 involving political operatives in Sydney's Hills district sparked the crisis. The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is investigating claims of branch…

Australian wildlife is facing a growing threat from everyday items in backyards and waterways. Fruit nets, fences, and fishing line are among the common household items responsible for catching and killing thousands of native animals each year. Entanglement in these…

Hundreds of young people gathered in Bangkok to participate in an unusual event: sitting still and doing nothing. The gathering was organized in response to a Facebook event that encouraged attendees to disconnect from their screens and embrace idleness. Thailand's…

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma has been charged with the murder of his wife and daughters in Bedfordshire. The victims were found dead in their home. Tshuma was arrested in a Johannesburg suburb following an international manhunt. He will face extradition proceedings…