BP chief executive Meg O'Neill has urged UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to prioritize domestic oil and gas resources, even as BP prepares to sell its North Sea business after reporting quarterly profits of $5.73bn.
A burst water pipe in Tuen Mun, the third in the area within a week, affected 7,000 residents after water supply was suspended for repairs, following a series of similar leaks in Kwai Chung and Shau Kei Wan.
Cuba's state energy company announced a nationwide power grid failure on Sunday, plunging the entire country, including Havana, into darkness. The blackout is the latest in a series of collapses, attributed to ageing infrastructure and a US energy embargo.
Cuba experienced another nationwide power grid failure on Sunday, plunging the country into darkness. The state utility, UNE, attributed the "total disconnection" to aging equipment and the US energy embargo, which has halted fuel deliveries for power stations, making normal life difficult for residents.
Cuba's national electricity grid has collapsed, causing a widespread blackout across the island. The state-run Electric Union announced the failure, which follows previous outages due to damaged infrastructure and fuel shortages, impacting essential services and households.
A Senate committee recommends the Australian government issue a national apology to LGBTQ+ veterans and service personnel who experienced discrimination by the Australian Defence Force, alongside legislative changes to address historical injustices and modernize military discipline.
Hong Kong sees advances in early Alzheimer's screening and drug therapies, offering hope to patients like 65-year-old Mary Chan, diagnosed with early Alzheimer’s, as the city faces rising demand for expanded support.
Andy Burnham, a potential future Prime Minister, is driven by personal experience to fix social care, highlighting the significant financial and emotional burden on families. The article argues that the lack of a universal care service in England acts as an "invisible tax" on carers, employers, and the economy, proposing a new approach to funding and provision.
US Food and Drug Administration's advisory committee will meet to decide if seven peptides, marketed for various wellness treatments, can be compounded by licensed pharmacies. The review comes amid soaring popularity, safety concerns from the FDA, and controversy over committee members' ties to peptide businesses.
LED face masks are popular but costly at-home beauty products claiming to improve skin. Experts confirm their efficacy for collagen production and elasticity with consistent use, though blue light can worsen hyperpigmentation. A reviewer tests various models, recommending top picks while cautioning against expensive, poorly designed, or subscription-locked devices.
An unlicensed doctor, Luis Rojas Cabrera, was arrested in New York after 27-year-old Elizabeth Baron died following an anti-ageing serum injection at the Bereshit Lifestyle Centre in the Bronx. Cabrera, licensed in the Dominican Republic but not the US, faces reckless endangerment and unauthorized practice charges.
A Hong Kong couple, aged 92 and 100, actively combat social isolation by playing boccia daily. Their engagement in the sport, organized by NGO Helping Hand, highlights how activities and community support are crucial for elderly well-being and cognitive function.
The CurrentBody Multi Light Therapy mask offers five modes for various skin concerns, including anti-ageing, clearing acne, and reducing pigmentation. While praised for its coverage and effectiveness, especially the clearing mode, its high price point of £499.99 is a significant drawback.
A 92-year-old woman and her 100-year-old husband in Hong Kong are actively engaged in boccia, a sport they use to train their minds, exercise their bodies, and stay connected. Their daily routine contrasts with the rising social isolation faced by many elderly individuals in the city, highlighting the importance of activities and community support.
New research indicates that learning a second language can significantly slow brain aging, potentially by up to 13 years. This cognitive benefit is attributed to enhanced brain connectivity and a slower decline with age, encouraging more people to embrace language acquisition.
Canada has chosen a German consortium led by ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) to build 12 new submarines, a contract potentially worth over $70 billion. This deal aims to replace aging vessels and enhance Canada's Arctic presence and NATO capabilities.
The US is reportedly seeking a shipbuilding partnership with South Korea to address domestic industry issues like delays and cost overruns, and to bolster naval capabilities amid global geopolitical tensions.
Cuba's national power grid collapsed Monday, plunging around 10 million people into darkness. The nationwide blackout exacerbates the island's ongoing energy crisis, marked by frequent outages due to aging infrastructure and fuel shortages, with the government blaming US sanctions.
Canada has chosen a German consortium led by ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) to build 12 new submarines, a contract worth over $12 billion. This deal aims to replace aging vessels and enhance Canada's Arctic presence, strengthening its NATO commitments ahead of a key summit.
Research presented at a neuroscience conference suggests speaking multiple languages can make the brain appear significantly younger. Those speaking four languages had brains appearing up to 13 years younger than monolinguals, with earlier acquisition and higher proficiency showing greater benefits.
NASA has launched a $30 million robotic mission to rescue the aging Swift space telescope, which is falling towards Earth. The unprecedented operation, if successful, could enable other satellites to be given a second life. The robot was launched Friday from the Pacific Ocean.
Console prices are rising due to AI-driven demand for semiconductors. PS5 and Xbox Series X/S have seen significant price hikes, with the PS6 potentially costing $1,000. Sales have dropped, and cloud gaming may offer an alternative.
Japan saw a 70% surge in business manager visa holders to 46,000 by mid-2025, with Chinese nationals forming about half. However, new visa rules introduced by the ruling LDP in late 2025 are causing concern among immigrant entrepreneurs like Nepalese national Budhathoki Samjhana, who fears expulsion despite contributing to the economy.
An article in Ordnance Science and Technology suggests Iranian missiles with biconic manoeuvring re-entry vehicles (MRVs) could achieve penetration effects similar to hypersonic projectiles. It references Iranian claims of these MRVs penetrating US missile defense systems in the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
