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Weight loss in middle age can restore cardiovascular health, research suggests
Research indicates that losing 5% of body weight in middle age can reduce inflammation, lower stroke risk, and restore cardiovascular health to levels comparable with those who maintained healthy weight throughout life.
Women hope yearly health checks will improve PMOS diagnosis and care
The UK is renaming polycystic ovary syndrome to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome and implementing annual health checks to improve diagnosis and care for the condition affecting one in eight women.
Nobel prize in chemistry awarded for work on mirror-image molecules
Two scientists have been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for discoveries explaining how chemical reactions can produce an excess of one mirror-image molecular form, with major applications in drug development.
Antarctica’s sea ice has undergone a stunning reversal
Antarctic sea ice reached its third-lowest winter maximum on record in September 2026, continuing a dramatic reversal from decades of gradual expansion that ended in 2015.
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Hijacking pirates exploit regional chaos to return to seas off Somalia
Somali piracy has resurged to decade-high levels with eight hijackings since late April, driven by shipping disruptions from regional conflicts and renewed political instability in Somalia.
Argentina to file criminal case against oil company operating in Falklands
Argentina announced it will file criminal charges against oil company Navitas Petroleum for operating in waters near the Falkland Islands, escalating a sovereignty dispute with Britain.
Organised crime driving illicit cigarette factory boom ‘in almost every EU state’
Illegal tobacco production is surging across the EU, with organized crime gangs establishing factories in almost every member state to bypass supply chain restrictions and reach consumers more directly.
In West Bank, date farmers weigh impact of UK sanctions on Israeli settlers
The UK has announced an import ban on Israeli settlement goods in the occupied West Bank, joining other European nations in restricting trade with settlements deemed illegal under international law.
Netanyahu was warned of 7 October Hamas attacks, book claims
A new book claims Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu received a warning from the UAE president about a planned Hamas attack a week before the October 7, 2023 offensive, allegations Netanyahu denies amid election campaign criticism.
British family of man abducted by Saudi Arabia speak out over nine-year ordeal
A British woman has publicly disclosed her husband’s alleged nine-year ordeal involving abduction, torture, and detention by Saudi authorities, following failed quiet diplomatic efforts to secure his release.
Police overlooked tip-off day before far-right agitators blocked Dover roads
Police received a tip-off the night before far-right activists blocked Dover roads, indicating they had assembled in a nearby village and planned the action, but the warning was not fully assessed.
British widow faces deportation from Sweden after 22 years
A 78-year-old British widow faces deportation from Sweden after 22 years of residence due to a late post-Brexit application, with Tuesday marking her deadline to leave voluntarily.
Remilitarisation and support for Ukraine must not slacken, US tells Europe
US defense officials urged European allies to maintain military support for Ukraine and increase defense spending during a 50-country virtual meeting focused on securing 300 Patriot interceptors for Kyiv.
Funding cuts are forcing dozens of health clinics in Sudan to close, aid groups warn
Dozens of health clinics in Sudan are closing this year due to global aid cuts, affecting over 400,000 people amid an ongoing humanitarian crisis exacerbated by three years of war.
New grand jury subpoenas being sent in investigation targeting Trump-Russia probe, AP sources say
The Justice Department is issuing new grand jury subpoenas to former government officials as part of a year-long investigation examining alleged intelligence community conspiracy against President Trump during Russia probe scrutiny.
MAC appeals Michigan-Western Michigan result, asks NCAA and CFP to recognize Broncos as winner
The MAC appealed Michigan’s 13-12 victory over Western Michigan, claiming a replay officiating error affected the outcome and requesting the NCAA and CFP recognize the Broncos as the actual winner.