Five questions that need answering about the meningitis outbreak

This week has starkly illuminated the devastating and shocking nature of meningitis. What can begin as a day of vibrant health and boundless potential can, within 24 hours, escalate to…

Bradford moon spotters pass on skills to next generation for Eid

The "top of the world" site, offering expansive views across Bradford and beyond, became a hub of anticipation. Despite the gathering clouds that often shroud the British sky, spirits remained…

Watch: Thick smoke billows from South Korea car parts plant in deadly fire

At the time of the incident, a total of 170 workers were present inside the sprawling facility, a number that underscores the potential for a catastrophic loss of life. Initial…

UK allows US to use bases to strike Iranian sites targeting Strait of Hormuz

Previously, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s government had maintained a more cautious stance, permitting US forces to utilize UK bases solely for defensive measures aimed at preventing Iran from firing…

Luke Littler to trademark his face to combat gen-AI deepfakes.

In a proactive move to safeguard his burgeoning public image against the escalating threat of artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes, teenage darts sensation Luke Littler has filed an application with the UK…

‘I feel so grateful to be alive,’ Kent University meningitis survivor says

The University of Kent has become the epicenter of a concerning outbreak of meningitis, with the number of confirmed cases linked to the institution reaching a sobering 29. This alarming…

Tunisian anti‑racism activist Saadia Mosbah sentenced to eight years for money laundering

The sentencing of Saadia Mosbah, the leader of the anti-racism organization Mnëmtý, arrives at a critical juncture for Tunisia, a nation grappling with an escalating crackdown on dissent and a…

False social media posts fuel self-diagnosis, says study

A groundbreaking study from the University of East Anglia (UEA) and the Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust has revealed a concerning link between the proliferation of inaccurate information on…

BBC Inside Science – Is the Earth warming faster than we expected? – BBC Sounds

The latest episode of BBC Inside Science delves into a pressing question that has climate scientists and policymakers on edge: Is the Earth warming at an accelerated rate, surpassing previous…

Covid inquiry NHS report key findings – from impact of Stay at home advice to visiting rules

The long-awaited, comprehensive report into the profound impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the National Health Service (NHS) in England has been published, revealing a system that teetered on the…