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Alberta welcomed migrant workers. Now, it wants to restrict their rights
Alberta held a referendum on restricting migrant workers’ access to healthcare, education, and social support. Immigration-related questions are likely to succeed despite concerns from workers and advocates about potential harm.
Newborn twins fight for survival as conflict fuels Yemen’s hunger crisis
Seven-week-old twins in Yemen are hospitalized with severe malnutrition after their family fled fighting between Houthis and government forces, illustrating how conflict is intensifying the country’s hunger crisis.
Anthropic warns small AI models could self-replicate through IoT devices
Anthropic warns that advances in small AI models could enable self-replicating malware capable of infecting Internet of Things devices by next year, potentially creating new forms of computer worms resistant to traditional takedown methods.
Uber begins self-driving robotaxi trial in Manchester
Uber has begun testing autonomous vehicles in Manchester as part of its expansion of self-driving robotaxi services across UK cities, using technology from partner firms Pony and Verne.
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Ancient “living fossils” may reveal how complex life began
Researchers discovered a previously unknown microbe in stromatolites at Shark Bay, Western Australia, revealing how ancient microorganisms may have cooperated to eventually produce complex life forms.
How a fly brain may help explain the secrets of human behaviour
Scientists have mapped all nerve connections in male and female fruit fly brains, identifying wiring differences that drive distinct behaviors like aggression, courtship, and song production.
Rich people more likely to steal children’s sweets, finds Ig Nobel prize-winning study
A study on socioeconomic behavior received an Ig Nobel Prize in Economics after finding that wealthy individuals were more likely to take candy meant for children in controlled experiments.
Isle of Man doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Doctors on the Isle of Man voted with 95% support for potential strike action over pay concerns, citing a 29% real-terms pay cut since 2008 despite recent raises.
Free PMOS health check clinics ‘good start, but more can be done’
Jersey has launched a pilot health check clinic for women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), a condition affecting up to one in eight women. Officials say it’s a positive step, though advocates suggest further improvements are needed.
UK salmonella cases nearing 500 as egg investigations continue
Close to 500 people in the UK have fallen ill with salmonella linked to imported eggs, with authorities identifying two new infection clusters as investigations continue.
New GP and wellbeing hub in Newhavan ‘a major milestone’
A £21m health hub in Newhaven, East Sussex officially opened, combining GP practices, pharmacy, fitness services, and community spaces in a single modern facility.
‘Tactical athletes’ get new guidance for cardiovascular fitness
The American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association released new cardiovascular guidance for clinicians treating tactical athletes—EMTs, firefighters, police officers, and other professionals whose health impacts public safety.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas redrew its congressional map aiming to help Republicans gain five Democratic-held seats, but the plan’s success depends on whether Trump voters will support other GOP candidates without him on the ballot.
No Democrat has won a Kansas Senate seat in a century. Can a megachurch pastor change that?
Adam Hamilton, founder of the nation’s largest United Methodist church, is the Democratic nominee for Kansas Senate, where no Democrat has won in nearly a century. He faces attacks from conservatives who label him too liberal and a heretic for his theological views.
Immigrant rights group seeks to block use of federal databases it says could purge legal voters
An immigrant rights group sued the Trump administration to block use of federal databases, alleging they are being used to target naturalized citizens and interfere with fair elections.
Federal judge considers whether to extend ban against US Postal Service mail voting changes
A federal judge questioned whether the Postal Service could implement a new mail ballot tracking system before midterm elections begin, as litigation over the Trump administration’s election rules continues.