A global study led by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute analyzed over 100,000 infection samples from children across 82 countries, revealing a significant increase in antibiotic resistance between 2004 and 2022. The research highlights the growing threat to children's health, particularly from bacteria like Acinetobacter baumannii and Klebsiella.
A black labrador named Tokyo fell ill and lost the use of her legs on Ben Nevis after reportedly eating discarded cannabis. The Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team stretchered the unconscious dog down the mountain to a local vet, where she made a full recovery.
Apple TV+'s new thriller 'Lucky,' starring Anya Taylor-Joy, follows a woman on the run after stealing $10 million. The series explores themes of family legacy and redemption as she evades authorities and criminals.
Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian fuel tankers in the Sea of Azov, aiming to disrupt supplies to occupied Crimea. Drone strikes have hit 14 Russian ships, part of a campaign to choke off routes to Crimea and cut Russia's energy revenues.
Volunteer Venezuelan "moles" are tirelessly digging through the rubble of collapsed buildings in La Guaira, Venezuela, more than a week after powerful earthquakes killed over 3,300 people, hoping to find survivors and offer closure to grieving families amid criticism of the government's response.
After powerful earthquakes flattened buildings in Venezuela's La Guaira region, volunteer rescuers known as "moles" are tirelessly digging through rubble, hoping to find survivors and offer closure to families, despite fading hopes and government criticism.
Shane Lavers of Chanel Beads discusses his sophomore album 'Your Day Will Come', balancing experimental sound with anthemic pop hooks, exploring themes of uncertainty, grief, and hope, with a growing impact on both indie and mainstream audiences.
French scientists have discovered that corks in wine bottles are more than just seals, acting as an "ingredient" by regulating oxygen transfer. A study revealed four distinct phases of oxygen dynamics through corks, influencing wine aging and potentially helping determine the optimal drinking time.
A woman recounts her deep friendship with Annabel, from childhood to their work at a Ghanaian refugee settlement, culminating in Annabel's tragic murder by her partner. The author reflects on their shared dreams, Annabel's vibrant life, and the enduring pain of senseless violence.
A proposed Oyster-like travel card for northern England could save commuters up to £276/year and generate £2.7bn for the economy over 5 years by unifying transport networks across Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire, and South Yorkshire.
New York City police are investigating multiple nighttime incidents where groups of people have been seen entering and exiting the city's sewer system through maintenance holes in Brooklyn and Queens. Security footage shows individuals with tools and protective gear, raising concerns about their activities underground.
Georgia is installing electricity meters in Mestia to combat illegal crypto mining straining the power grid. Vice PM Mamuka Mdinaradze stated illegal operations cost $9.5M annually and caused 13x higher consumption, leading to outages. Free electricity up to a limit remains for residents.
Elche secured their La Liga status with a dramatic 1-1 draw against Girona on the final day of the season. Coach Eder Sarabia watched from the dressing room as Álvaro Rodríguez and Arnau Martínez scored, with Elche ultimately surviving while Girona, Mallorca, and Real Oviedo were relegated.
The author reflects on a lifetime of body image struggles, contrasting body positivity with body neutrality. Body neutrality, which avoids judgment and focuses on factual descriptions, is presented as a more helpful and less commercialized approach, especially for children.
Jem Calder's debut novel, "I Want You to Be Happy," explores modern relationships with a factual, affectless prose. It details a couple's interactions, highlighting their digital lives and the environmental specifics of contemporary dating, while also delving into their inner lives and artistic aspirations.
Tin Sam Tsuen, a historic Hong Kong village of about 50 households, has been home to generations for hundreds of years, preserving traditions like flowing banquets and ancestral gatherings.
Late withdrawal from Italian Open casts significant doubt over player’s chances of competing at Roland Garros In the end Emma Raducanu was one of the first in and out the grandiose gates of the Foro Italico this year. She had arrived in Rome early, eager to test her health and readiness for top-level competition through a series of training sessions on the heavy red clay courts of the Italian Open. As the hours on court piled up, and her planned opening match on Thursday drew closer, it seemed reasonable to conclude that she would make her first appearance in two months. Instead, her absence from the courts will extend to more than two months.Things are rarely straightforward with Raducanu, demonstrated by the nature of her withdrawal in Rome, which occurred just 30 minutes after she gave little indication of her intention toduring a press conference. The past few months, as usual, have come with ample speculation about Raducanu’s health, meaning her appearance in Rome was at least an opportunity for her to provide clarity on her recent struggles. Somehow, the manner of her exit only generated further questions. Continue reading...
Keir Starmer's January visit to In and Out restaurant in Beijing has made the UK prime minister unexpectedly popular in China, with the restaurant fully booked since his dinner and diners ordering from a specially printed 'prime minister's menu'. The Yunnan cuisine restaurant where Starmer dined during the first UK PM visit to China since 2018 has seen a surge in customers curious about the British leader's food choices, in contrast to domestic criticism he faced for pursuing closer ties with Beijing.
Keir Starmer's January visit to In and Out restaurant in Beijing has made the UK prime minister unexpectedly popular in China, with the restaurant fully booked since his visit and a special 'prime minister's menu' going viral on Chinese social media. The Yunnan cuisine restaurant has attracted diners curious about the dishes Starmer ordered, including mint leaves wrapped in beef, grilled asparagus with porcini, and pork ribs in plum sauce. Starmer notably declined to try the hallucinogenic mushrooms that US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen ordered during her 2023 visit.
Ryanair is closing its Berlin operating base and halving its winter schedule, citing uncompetitive German aviation taxes and high airport fees. The move will reduce annual passenger numbers from 4.5 million to 2.2 million.
As Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces significant political headwinds and internal party pressure, he relies on a core group of long-standing personal friends and trusted cabinet allies for support.
Soaring cost of building materials, lack of affordability and planning bottlenecks are some of the obstacles thwarting housing targetAt South and City College in Birmingham, dozens of young people clad in hi-vis vests and hard hats are building mini-walls and plastering half-formed rooms.Some weave in and out of stacks of bricks with wheelbarrows, while others use spirit levels to check the walls are straight and flat. In a few days time, these walls will be demolished and the plastering scraped away, for a new class to come in and try their hands. Continue reading...
