Wasted medicine in England could fill 75 swimming pools a year, pharmacy group says
The amount of wasted medicines thrown away in England in one year could fill 75 swimming pools, according to a pharmacy group.
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) estimated that 3,400 tonnes of partly used medicines were disposed of in England in 2024-25.
Counter-terror police reopen as part of Widdecombe investigation
Counter-terrorism police investigating the death of ex-MP Ann Widdecombe have reopened an inquiry into a report of an attempted burglary at a London address in April last year.
The BBC understands the reported incident occurred at a property used by Reform UK leader Nigel Farage. No arrests were made and the investigation was closed.
New AI model reveals the volume of the world's glaciers
How much ice is stored in the world's glaciers? And where exactly is it located? A new study led by Ca' Foscari University of Venice, in collaboration with the Institute of Polar Sciences of the National Research Council of Italy (CNR-ISP), provides an updated global map of glacier ice volume.
Spain to introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy
Spain has announced it will introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy in response to Rome imposing similar measures after a mass rush of people from Morocco into Ceuta.
Hidden anatomy of clouds reveals how rain may begin without ice crystals
The initiation of rain in clouds without ice remains one of the largest unsolved mysteries in atmospheric science.
Prosecutor fired over blogposts critical of Trump sues US justice department
A federal prosecutor fired last year over critical comments he had written as a private citizen about Donald Trump sued the justice department on Friday, saying his termination violated his first amendment rights.
What is birthright citizenship and how common is birth tourism in the US?
Trump signed two executive orders, a written order issued by a president to the federal government which does not require congressional approval, on Thursday.
One expands the existing definitions of non-citizens whose children are not eligible for birthright citizenship.
Lebanon points to ‘positive progress’ on borders, prisoners in Israel talks
New Israeli attacks reported in southern Lebanon as Beirut offers optimism after the seventh round of discussions.
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun has projected a positive outlook following the latest round of Lebanon-Israel meetings in Rome this week, even as the Israeli military keeps up its barrage of strikes.
Meet HYBE’s New Girl Group ‘TUIDE’ With Pre-Debut Introduction Video
HYBE's Newest Girl Group TUIDE from ABD Label ABD
HYBE’s new girl group TUIDE (pronounced “Tyoo-ih”), the first act under the company’s new label ABD, released their first-ever performance video, “Meet my GIRLS, TUIDE,” today. The video was a full performance of their pre-debut track, “GRLS,” from their debut EP, TUNE & PLAY, which is set to release on August 24, 2 AM PST/ 5 AM EST / 6 PM KST.
The Only Startup Moats Left In The AI Era Are Data And Distribution
TOPSHOT - A robot using artificial intelligence is displayed at a stand during the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, on May 30, 2024. Humanity is in a race against time to harness the colossal emerging power of artificial intelligence for the good of all, while averting dire risks, a top UN official said. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP) (Photo by FABRICE COFFRINI/AFP via Getty Images)