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Women suffer more pain than men across the whole body, major global study finds
A major global study of over 6 million people from 118 countries found women report experiencing more pain than men across all measured bodily sites, contributing to ongoing concerns about the gender pain gap.
Former FDA officials blast DOGE as ‘one of the biggest disasters in American history’
Three former FDA commissioners criticized the Trump administration’s personnel changes at the agency, warning that rebuilding institutional capacity will require significant time and workforce stabilization efforts.
Bernie Orenstein, Co-Writer of ‘That Girl’ and ‘The New Dick Van Dyke Show,’ Dies at 95
Bernie Orenstein, co-writer and co-producer of television hits including “The New Dick Van Dyke Show” and “That Girl,” died September 14 at age 95.
Netflix unveils first trailer for Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew
Netflix released the first trailer for Greta Gerwig’s Narnia adaptation, The Magician’s Nephew, featuring Daniel Craig, Emma Mackey, and a voice performance by Meryl Streep.
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The Bank of England is shaking up its bond sales – why does it matter?
The Bank of England announced changes to its bond-selling program, including pausing quantitative tightening and planning to sell government bonds directly to the Treasury instead of seeking private buyers.
Welsh councils to share £5m in ’emergency food aid’ as costs rise
Welsh councils will receive £4.8 million in emergency food aid to support people facing cost-of-living pressures, with rural areas receiving additional funding due to delivery challenges.
John Healey to ask EU finance ministers to let UK into Made in Europe scheme
UK Chancellor John Healey will urge EU finance ministers to include Britain in a protectionist industrial scheme designed to shield European manufacturing from Chinese competition.
Find a credible plan for British Steel, ministers told as ‘startling’ costs soar
Labour faces pressure to clarify its strategy for British Steel following nationalization, as oversight costs reach £1.3m daily with estimates potentially reaching £1.5bn by 2028.
Thames Water’s £10bn rescue deal should be rejected – MPs
A cross-party committee of UK MPs has recommended rejecting a £10bn takeover proposal for Thames Water, advocating instead for temporary government administration of the debt-laden water company.
Retail sales bounce back in Great Britain amid brighter signs for economy
Retail sales in Great Britain rose 0.5% month-on-month in August, defying analyst expectations and marking a significant recovery after July’s decline amid summer economic gains.
Ukraine’s postal workers deliver lifeline under Russian fire
Ukraine’s postal service delivers pensions, medicine, and essential supplies to remote villages despite Russian attacks that have killed over 50 staff members since 2022.
What weapon could the US have put into space?
The US announced deployment of a space weapon in Earth’s orbit, raising questions about military capabilities in space as great powers compete for dominance in that domain.
New tiger cat species identified in Bolivia, first in over a century
Scientists have identified a previously unknown tiger cat species in Bolivia’s cloud forests, the first new living feline species formally named in over a century. The tiny cat, called tilcayo locally, weighs about 1.4 kilograms and inhabits the mountainous Yungas forest region.
Australia to detain tourists who overstay visas amid immigration crackdown
Australia announced plans to detain visa overstayers and expand border enforcement with 100 new compliance officers to address roughly 77,000 people living in the country without valid visas.
South Korea says US-North Korea talks possible, rules out Hormuz deployment
South Korea’s president says US-North Korea dialogue is possible under Trump, while confirming Seoul will not deploy troops to the Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions.
Nigerian police probe death in custody of 37 illegal mining suspects
Nigerian police are investigating the deaths of 37 people held in custody after arrest for illegal mining, with officials citing disease while reports suggest overcrowding and poor ventilation.