Trump's FEMA Staff Cuts Raise Disaster Response Fears
Plans to slash FEMA staff under a potential second Trump term could cripple US disaster readiness. Experts warn of dire consequences for hurricane and flood response. Read the full analysis.
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US exits 66 international bodies under Trump order
Donald Trump has signed an executive order pulling the US out of 66 international organisations, including the UN climate framework. This marks a major shift in US global engagement. Read the full analysis.
UK deaths to outnumber births from 2026, warns think tank
A major think tank predicts 2026 will mark a permanent demographic shift in the UK, with deaths exceeding births. This could mean fewer workers, higher taxes, and a renewed debate on immigration. Read the full analysis.
Woman arrested in London for 'poison chocolate' murders
Zulma Guzman Castro, 54, was detained in West London following an international manhunt. She is accused of killing two schoolgirls in Bogota with poisoned chocolate raspberries.
Guardian Corrects Population Figures and Alex Mahon Honour
The Guardian has issued corrections on European ageing population statistics and clarified Alex Mahon's CBE honour. Read the full list of recent amendments and how to report errors.
UK deaths to outnumber births in 2026, warns think tank
The UK is set for a historic demographic shift in 2026, with deaths exceeding births. This long-term trend could mean fewer workers and higher taxes, putting immigration policy in the spotlight. Read the full analysis.
Nestle recalls baby formula over toxin risk
Nestle issues a precautionary recall of specific SMA formula batches in the UK and Ireland due to potential cereulide contamination. Learn the batch numbers and what to do.
Tesco recalls pâté over food safety concerns
Tesco urgently recalls three types of pâté due to incorrect use-by dates, posing a potential health risk. Customers advised to return products for a full refund.
Ballymena's Roma exodus after riots leaves town divided
Six months after violent riots targeted immigrants, Ballymena remains gripped by fear. Official silence and community patrols overshadow a fragile peace. Explore the aftermath.
AI Safety Risks Could Outpace Control Efforts, Expert Warns
A leading UK AI safety researcher warns rapid advances may outstrip safety preparations, with machines set to outperform humans in key tasks within five years. Read the urgent analysis.
Dexters Estate Agency Eyes £500m+ Sale
Oakley Capital explores a potential £500m+ sale of London's largest estate agency, Dexters, despite the looming 'mansion tax'. Get the full story on this major property market move.
UK parakeet population boom sparks wildlife concerns
The UK's ring-necked parakeet population has exploded, raising fears for native birds and bats. Scientists call for urgent research as control measures are debated.
Flooding leaves Nottinghamshire homes 'unsellable'
Three pensioners in Trowell face unsellable homes after repeated flooding. Their story exposes a growing UK crisis of flood risk, property values, and insurance loopholes. Read their fight.
Chickenpox vaccine offered on NHS for first time
The NHS begins its first-ever chickenpox vaccination programme, offering the MMRV jab to young children to prevent serious illness and reduce school absences.
Italy's Demographic Crisis: Birth Rate Hits Record Low of 1.2
Italy faces a severe demographic crisis with births plummeting to 379,000 in 2025. Explore the economic and social 'perfect storm' causing this collapse and its profound implications for the nation's future.
Solicitor struck off for falsifying timesheets
A solicitor has been removed from the Roll after claiming she worked 28 hours a day to qualify for a £70,000 bonus. Discover the full details of the tribunal's ruling.
China taxes condoms to boost birth rates
China introduces a 13% VAT on contraceptives while exempting childcare services, aiming to reverse a declining population. Experts debate the policy's effectiveness and potential risks.
Europe's pension crisis: Voters see problem but reject reforms
A new poll reveals a European paradox: voters know state pensions are becoming unaffordable but oppose reforms. Explore the ticking timebomb for the continent's social contract in 2026.
Florida's controversial bear hunt ends with 52 killed
Florida wildlife officials declare a three-week black bear hunt a success, while animal rights groups condemn the 'heartbreaking' slaughter. Get the full story on the controversial cull.
Waitrose Urges Customers Not to Drink Deeside Water
Waitrose recalls No 1 Deeside mineral water due to potential glass fragments. Customers urged to return bottles for a full refund. Check batch codes here.
Waitrose Urgently Recalls Water Over Glass Risk
Waitrose urgently recalls its No1 Deeside Mineral and Sparkling Water due to potential glass fragments. Customers warned not to drink and to return for a full refund. Check batch codes now.
Musk's Doge Agency: $2tn Promise Unmet, Legacy of Chaos
A year after its creation, Elon Musk's 'Department of Government Efficiency' (Doge) has failed to deliver on its $2tn savings vow, leaving a trail of legal battles, gutted foreign aid, and opaque operations. Discover the full impact.
Warm 2025 Spring Increases UK Songbird Breeding
Data reveals the UK's warmest spring on record led to higher breeding success for 14 songbird species, offering a glimmer of hope amid long-term declines for threatened wild birds. Discover the full story.
Critically Endangered Salmon Spotted in NW England Rivers
Young Atlantic salmon, a species critically endangered in Britain, have been found in three north-west rivers for the first time since 2015, signalling a major environmental recovery. Read about the discovery and the ongoing threats.
Europe's Pension Crisis: Protests as Systems Strain
Across Europe, from Paris to Madrid, protests erupt over unsustainable state pensions. Ageing populations and falling birthrates create a perfect storm, forcing governments to confront unpopular reforms. Explore the data and the deepening crisis.
Mum avoids jail for £285k cannabis smuggling
A young mother who smuggled £285,000 of cannabis into Manchester Airport claimed traffickers threatened to murder her child. Read the full court details.
Italian village welcomes first newborn in three decades
The birth of baby Lara in Pagliara dei Marsi highlights Italy's deepening demographic crisis, with national birth rates hitting a historic low. Can policies reverse the trend?
Drugs lord jailed for 14 years after Thailand extradition
Ben Ransome, who led a £20m cocaine ring, has been sentenced to 14 years. He fled to Thailand but was tracked down by the NCA and extradited. Read the full story.
Men jailed for historic Rotherham child rape
Two men have been sentenced for raping a vulnerable 14-year-old girl in Rotherham over two decades ago. Read the full details of the Operation Stovewood case.
Men jailed for historic Rotherham rape
Two men have been sentenced for raping a teenage girl in Rotherham over 20 years ago. Read the full details of the Operation Stovewood convictions.
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