Tony Bartlett was jailed for life with an 18-year minimum for murdering his four-week-old son, Atticus, in Chard, Somerset, in July 2022. Intoxicated after a night out, Bartlett fatally injured the baby in a "sudden fit of anger."
Brazil's São Francisco River diversion project, designed to bring water to 12 million people in the drought-prone sertão, faces criticism for its uneven benefits. Displaced communities, like Maria de Fátima Ferreira da Silva's, still lack basic water access despite living near the new infrastructure, highlighting the human cost of large-scale development.
The brother of British tourist Simone White, who died from methanol poisoning in Laos, expressed frustration over authorities' failure to charge anyone. White was one of six people who died after drinking free shots at Nana Backpacker Hostel in Vang Vieng in November 2024.
Refugees and asylum seekers on Nauru face severe food and water insecurity, with many skipping meals despite Australia spending over $9m per person last financial year. A new ASRC survey reveals the $260 fortnightly payment is insufficient for basic needs amid high import costs and poor conditions.
Virginia Tech research reveals nanoplastics, tiny plastic fragments, can strengthen bacterial biofilms and activate viruses in drinking water systems. This makes harmful microbes more resistant to disinfection, posing a challenge for water treatment and public health by fostering "superbugs" and increasing maintenance complexity.
Comedian Eric Lampaert recounts losing his memory for 18 months, a period he calls 'the event,' and his subsequent journey of self-discovery and regaining his identity. His new show, 'Zero Minus One,' explores this profound experience.
A growing number of consumers, particularly younger ones, are opting to chill red wine, challenging traditional serving temperatures. This trend is driven by warmer weather and a desire for more refreshing, less heavy wine experiences.
A Chinese court ordered three men to pay over 100,000 yuan to the family of a friend, surnamed Gao, who died after an all-night drinking and gaming session in Urumqi. The group played mahjong and billiards, consuming alcohol from 9 PM to 6 AM before Gao's death.
England cricket players are now advised to abstain from alcohol the day before and after matches as part of new behavioral guidelines. A midnight curfew remains in effect, with players needing to inform management if out after 10 PM and avoid public intoxication or social media posts about alcohol.
England cricket players are now advised to abstain from alcohol the day before and after matches under new guidelines. A midnight curfew remains in place, with players needing to inform management if out after 22:00 and avoid public intoxication or social media posts about alcohol.
England cricket players are now advised to abstain from alcohol the day before and after matches as part of new behavior guidelines. A midnight curfew remains in place, with players needing to inform management if out after 10 PM and avoid public intoxication or social media posts about alcohol.
San Mateo police apprehended two teens from a Waymo driverless taxi after the company alerted authorities to suspected criminal activity. The incident highlights privacy concerns regarding the extensive surveillance capabilities of autonomous vehicles and the extent to which data can be shared with law enforcement.
Apesar dos riscos à saúde comprovados, como câncer e dependência, o álcool permanece integrado à sociedade. Evidências recentes desmentem a ideia de consumo seguro, ligando até doses moderadas a riscos. A OMS estima 2,6 milhões de mortes anuais atribuíveis ao álcool.
Waymo's autonomous vehicle in California alerted police after cameras allegedly caught two teenagers drinking and firing a toy gun from the car. Waymo remotely guided the robotaxi to a parking lot where police apprehended the teens.
Two 15-year-olds were detained by San Mateo police after engaging in underage drinking and shooting water beads from a Waymo self-driving vehicle. The company remotely pulled the car over into a parking lot and alerted authorities.
Two California teens were detained by police after their Waymo robotaxi stopped and alerted authorities. The teens were reportedly drinking alcohol and shooting Orbeez gel beads from the driverless vehicle, violating Waymo's rules against alcohol use, underage passengers without an adult, and throwing objects from the car.
A contractor for Meta's AI datacenter in Cheyenne, Wyoming, flushed bacteria-contaminated water into public sewers, leading to new regulations on wastewater disposal. The bacteria, Cupriavidus gilardii, is rare and harmful only to those with weakened immune systems, and did not affect drinking water.
Coffee played a significant role in early American history, serving as a patriotic alternative to tea and a catalyst for revolutionary ideas in coffeehouses, despite its production relying on enslaved labor.
Country singer Kid Rock shared details about his relationship with Donald Trump, stating he calls the former president late at night when drinking and that Trump "always picks up." Kid Rock defended Trump's financial disclosures, attributing his wealth to his business acumen.
New York City is preparing for a severe heat wave with temperatures reaching 100°F and a heat index up to 110°F. Officials are activating heat emergency plans, opening over 650 cooling centers, deploying cooling vans, and urging businesses to conserve energy. Philadelphia is also implementing similar measures for World Cup events.
British hospitality faces closures, but themed bars are booming. Experiential venues like axe-throwing and ball pits are popular with younger generations. This report explores seven London themed bars to assess their viability.
A new book, "Getting Murdoched," by Andrew Dodd and Matthew Ricketson, details how Rupert Murdoch's media empire allegedly uses personal attacks and relentless campaigns to discredit critics. The book examines cases in the US, UK, and Australia, highlighting the severe personal and societal consequences of these tactics.
A new book, "Getting Murdoched," by Australian academics Andrew Dodd and Matthew Ricketson, details alleged "despicable" and "bullying" tactics used by Rupert Murdoch's global media empire, News Corp and Fox Corporation, across the UK, US, and Australia, highlighting personal attacks and a "chilling effect" on democracy.
Former game designer Cliff Bleszinski, known as CliffyB, found redemption in producing the Broadway musical Hadestown after his game studio Boss Key Productions failed with LawBreakers and Radical Heights. The musical's success, culminating in 14 Tony nominations, offered him a sense of overcoming past failures.
