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The UK government has acknowledged that retired civil servants have been failed by the outsourcing of their pension scheme to Capita. The company has been running the scheme since 2014, but numerous problems have arisen, including significant delays in payment.…

Brazilian authorities are waging a war against illegal gold mining in the Amazon, a practice that has ravaged protected areas of Indigenous land. The mining has caused significant environmental damage, including deforestation and mercury pollution. Government forces have been conducting…

Australia's offshore detention program on Nauru has come under scrutiny after a new survey revealed that many asylum seekers are struggling to afford food. The country spent over $9 million per person on Nauru last year, yet many of the…

Drought conditions have led to a hosepipe ban in parts of Norfolk, but efforts to mitigate future flood risk are underway. Caistor St Edmund, a village near Norwich, is home to an innovative flood defence project. The local council has…

The rise of altered images on birdwatching forums is compromising research, experts warn. Manipulated photos are creating fake sightings, undermining the credibility of a valuable tool used by scientists. Birding platforms rely on user-submitted images to track species distribution and…

Iran's Revolutionary Guard has threatened to block all oil and gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. The Guard claims to have targeted US aircraft in Jordan and intercepted two tankers in the strait. This escalation comes as the US…

Argentina fans gathered at the Obelisco monument in Buenos Aires to celebrate their team's semi-final victory over England. The win marked a significant milestone in the World Cup, with many fans acknowledging it may be Lionel Messi's last appearance in…

Ukraine has accused Russia of carrying out a deadly strike on a cargo ship, resulting in six fatalities. The incident occurred as the conflict between Ukraine and Russia continues, now in its 1,608th day. Russian President Vladimir Putin has meanwhile…

Spain has won the World Cup, defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final. The victory sparked widespread celebrations across the country, particularly in Madrid. Despite the sweltering heat, with temperatures near 32C at 9pm, fans gathered in large numbers. Bars, parks,…

The pay gap between UK bosses and average workers has widened significantly. The median remuneration of a FTSE 100 CEO has risen to a record £5.06m, as reported by the High Pay Centre in its final report. This means that…

A passenger ferry has sunk off the coast of Guyana, leaving dozens of people missing. The incident is considered one of the country's worst maritime disasters. Emergency responders have rescued 67 people, including 15 children, so far. The ferry was…

The US mission in Iran has shifted focus toward securing oil supplies, a Trump administration official revealed. Energy Secretary, Rick Perry, stated that ensuring the flow of oil is now a top priority. This development comes as criticism mounts over…

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer's deputy, David Lammy, has stated that Sir Keir will visit the King on Monday to formally accept the role of Prime Minister. This follows the resignation of the current government. Sir Keir Starmer is expected…

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has outlined his plans for fossil fuels, utilities, and housing. Burnham aims to phase out fossil fuels, with a goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. He proposes to achieve this through increased investment in…