As UK faces third heatwave, is this weather ‘just summer’?
2025 is already shaping up to be an extraordinary year for weather records in parts of the UK. BBC News
‘Autofocus’ specs promise sharp vision, near or far
Start-up firms and researchers are working on lenses that can change their focus. BBC News
Surgeon dropped by private practice works at NHS
Marc Lamah, dropped by a private provider, continues to operate on NHS patients in Brighton. BBC News
In the country with the world’s lowest birth rate, fertility clinics are booming
Growing demand for IVF treatments is stoking some optimism in South Korea’s demographic crisis. BBC News
Young crewmember murdered aboard luxury superyacht in paradise destination
A 20-year-old South African woman was found dead aboard a luxury superyacht in the Bahamas, and a fellow crewmember has reportedly been charged in connection with her murder. The Royal…
Regina man launches app aimed at guiding people through addiction recoveryKat Ludwig
A Regina man has launched an app ready for download called AlchemistOne. It aims to help people through their journey in battling addictions and mental health barriers.
Tim Walz blasted for costing Minnesota taxpayers $430K in legal prep ahead of Hill hearing
Republican state lawmakers in Minnesota have not held back with criticism after news Gov. Tim Walz spent $430,000 in taxpayer money to prepare for a House congressional hearing probing blue…
Muskeg wildfire prompts state of emergency in PatuanakNicole Healey
The Hamlet of Patuanak has declared a state of emergency while the community of Beauval orders all remaining residents to evacuate.
Secret Service suspended staff for failings in Trump assassination attempt
The new deputy director says his organisation was “totally accountable” for the violence at Trump’s rally in 2024. BBC News
Asia is reeling from Trump’s tariff salvo – is anyone winning?
The US president has reset the tariffs clock again, leaving Asia’s export-driven economies in limbo. BBC News
Port of Vancouver seeks bidders for massive Roberts Bank terminal expansionSimon Little
The Roberts Bank Terminal 2 (RBT2) project will add a new three-berth terminal to the existing port site in Delta, increasing the port’s capacity by 50 per cent.
South Carolina Democrat says Newsom must explain ‘many failures in California’ before presidential run
A prominent South Carolina Democrat said Thursday that Gov. Gavin Newsom needs to explain his “many failures in California” before running for president. Per the Los Angeles Times, South Carolina…
America’s ‘most hated mom,’ Casey Anthony, spotted on apparent date at sports bar
New images show “America’s most hated mom,” Casey Anthony, out on what appeared to be a date at a New Hampshire sports bar. The images, obtained by TMZ, show Anthony…
US widens public benefit restrictions for undocumented immigrants
Access will be restricted to 13 more federal programmes, including an educational project for low-income children. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
What happened to Jordyn Dines? 16-year-old found dead in abandoned car south of CalgaryKaren Bartko
Jordyn Dines, 16, was last seen alive at a Calgary shopping mall, before being found dead under suspicious circumstances a day later in a rural area of Cardston County. …
Trial date set for Austin Metcalf’s suspected killer in track meet stabbing
The 18-year-old suspect accused of killing Frisco, Texas, high school track star Austin Metcalf will stand trial in June 2026, court records reveal. Karmelo Anthony will face a jury beginning…
‘Real Housewives’ star Erika Jayne moves on with US Army vet ‘Sheriff of Baghdad’ while divorcing Tom Girardi
“Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Erika Jayne was spotted with a new man amid her ongoing divorce from Tom Girardi. Jayne and US Army veteran John “Shrek” McPhee were…
Trump administration bans illegal immigrants from taxpayer-funded services, including Head Start
The Trump administration announced Thursday that the Department of Health and Human Services will ban illegal immigrants from accessing taxpayer-funded services, including the popular Head Start early childhood education program.…
Trump’s praise of Liberian leader’s ‘good English’ prompts eye rolls and frustration
Liberians reacted with a mix of anger and weary resignation on Thursday after discovering that Donald Trump, the leader of their country’s closest bilateral partner, does not appear to know…