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The US-Iran conflict accelerates the global shift from fossil fuels, with China emerging as a major beneficiary due to its dominance in renewable energy production and infrastructure.

Researchers have developed 'SpudCell', a synthetic cell capable of self-feeding, growth, and division, marking a milestone in synthetic biology and sparking debate over the definition of life.

The Crime and Policing Act 2026 makes UK companies criminally liable for offences by senior managers, expanding liability beyond previous limits. This aligns UK law with recent EU reforms.

Pope Leo XIV faces a major challenge as the Society of Saint Pius X ordains bishops without Vatican consent, risking excommunication and testing his papacy's focus on unity.

Australia will lose access to the life-saving opioid treatment Sublocade as experts warn global drug pricing pressures and US policy changes could threaten more medicines.

Space satellites detected northern Venezuela's crust shifting by 30 centimetres after twin deadly earthquakes, revealing hidden ground movement invisible from the surface.

US security chief Markwayne Mullin faces backlash after admitting he did a 'happy dance' over Iran's World Cup exit, prompting a sharp response from Iran's football federation.

Former Alaska mayor Ulric Jeffery Ulroan, once honoured as 'Parent of the Year', has been indicted on 47 charges involving teenage girls as an investigation continues.

A survey reveals Americans' mixed feelings about national pride, political divisions, and the future as the US approaches its 250th anniversary, with tensions also affecting the US-UK alliance.

Armie Hammer returns to screens in 'Citizen Vigilante', a film inspired by two real Hamburg gang rape cases that Germany has blocked from public screening.

The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, marking a significant defeat for his immigration policy. The decision underscores limits on executive power.

The EU, US, and China have developed distinct AI regulatory systems, complicating global compliance for businesses and affecting consumer protections across jurisdictions.

Putin admits Ukraine's attacks are causing fuel shortages across Russia for the first time, but insists the crisis is 'not critical' despite queues, rationing and disruptions.

Brooke George's mother is pleading for mercy as the TikToker facing firing squad in Dubai claims she acted in self-defence after allegedly being assaulted by her boyfriend.

Legal experts warn the UK's new terror bill could put journalists covering wars at risk of prosecution, raising fresh concerns over press freedom and conflict reporting.

Charities warn domestic abuse during the 2026 FIFA World Cup could rise as survivors and experts stress that football does not cause abuse, perpetrators do.

A British man joins a Nashville dating boot camp, revealing the emotional depths and societal issues men face in seeking genuine connections amidst loneliness and commercialised dating advice.

Social media claims about Vinted listings allegedly disguising child trafficking prompt investigations in France and Germany, though no criminal activity has been confirmed.

The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 to allow states to count mail-in ballots arriving after Election Day if postmarked on time, impacting upcoming elections and preserving voting access.

Hepatologist Cyriac Abby Philips faces multiple legal challenges for his research linking herbal supplements to liver damage.

The US Supreme Court has refused to hear Donald Trump's appeal against a $5 million civil verdict for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll, leaving the 2023 jury decision intact.

Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman launches a fierce attack on Elon Musk, claiming USAID cuts contributed to millions of deaths and sparked a global humanitarian catastrophe.

Thousands of previously deported migrants returned to the UK between 2021 and 2025, raising fresh questions over border security, deportation costs and immigration enforcement.

Prince Harry's UK family visit is in doubt after a reported security setback, raising fears Archie and Lilibet could miss a long-awaited reunion with King Charles.

Jake Lang was caught in a viral confrontation outside the BET Awards after reportedly provoking attendees, just days after his release from jail.

Nearly 20,000 foreign offenders remain in Britain due to a clogged deportation process, with human rights appeals often favouring criminals. New reforms aim to address these issues.

US senators urge the State Department to halt plans for limited-edition passports marking USA's 250th anniversary featuring Trump's image, citing concerns over precedent and taxpayer costs.{P

Ugandan military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba closed media outlets, sparking concerns over press freedom. His actions highlight growing influence amid Pres Museveni's reliance on military authority.

North Korea has launched its largest warship, the Choe Hyon, amid claims of Russian technological support, signalling a strategic shift in its naval capabilities and military cooperation with Moscow.