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‘Picky bits’ on the menu as British shoppers snap up picnic food in heatwave

Consumers also turn to supermarket deals to save money, helping slow grocery price inflationBusiness live – latest updatesShopping baskets took on a decidedly summery complexion during last month’s heatwaves as consumers filled up on a British picnic staple: picky bits, and grocery inflation slowed.Spending rose on foods such as potato salad, olives and coleslaw, while ice-cream sales also increas...

Canadian mom gets a keyboard tattooed on her arm so her autistic son can ‘talk’

Henrietta Lacks died at 31, but her cells lived on and transformed modern medicine

Henrietta Lacks' cervical cancer cells became immortal, revolutionizing biomedical research and medical advancements. These HeLa cells were vital for developing the polio vaccine and studying various diseases. Her family remained unaware of this scientific breakthrough for decades after her death. The story highlights critical ethical debates concerning patient consent and financial benefits. ...

India’s ‘Cockroach’ movement makes schools next battleground against Modi

Cockroach leaders asked supporters to audit their nearest government-run schools. But it has started with a killing.

3.3-billion-year-old galaxy may solve Webb’s “little red dots” mystery

Asian Champions League draw: Holders Al-Ahli to face former winners Al Ain

Al-Ahli and Al Ain, who will also face Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr, are the pick of the match-ups in AFC's Elite draw.

US mother sues Portland Public School after being barred from campus following gender policy dispute

Cyprus Grape cuts water use by 75% in heat-hit Australia

These are the world’s best airlines according to flyers – and Asian carriers dominate the rankings

The preferred airlines in Europe were named as British Airways, Lufthansa and KLM.

Europe’s €2.5tn spending power could go green as business coalition presses EU to act

A broad coalition of business and civil society groups is urging the European Commission to introduce mandatory purchasing criteria to create demand for low-carbon products, effectively making procurement part of Europe's industrial strategy.

Syria, US say Israel attacks airbase in Idlib

Eight air strikes hit the Abu al-Duhur military base in Idlib's eastern countryside.

Syria, US say Israel attacked airbase in Idlib

Eight air strikes hit the Abu al-Duhur military base in Idlib's eastern countryside early on Tuesday.

Eight air strikes hit airbase in Syria’s Idlib

Syrian state TV quotes military source as saying Israeli forces carried out attack, causing damage and no casualties.

Brazil’s president says Amazon oil is ‘passport to the future’

Brazil's president says Amazon oil is ‘passport to the future’

Blast near Kabul school injures around 50 children; UN condemns 'heinous' act

AFL chief breaks silence over ‘deeply concerning’ Sydney Swans sexual assault allegations

Andrew Dillon says the AFL ‘will consider the broader conduct of the players as more information comes to light’The AFL has declared it is prepared to act over “deeply concerning” sexual assault allegations involving Sydney Swans players.Victorian police on Tuesday confirmed the sexual crimes squad was investigating a reported sexual assault at Melbourne’s Pullman Hotel early on Monday morning. No...

Syrian man dies in custody after alleged abuse by security officers

A Syrian man died in police custody after his family alleged he was severely beaten.

Ukraine aims a drone blitz at Moscow while Russian missiles kill 10 in a Ukraine

Ukrainian forces have launched one of their biggest drone attacks on Russia since the invasion began, firing almost 800 drones

Astronaut Sophie Adenot will be first French woman to walk in space

This French woman is making history. Sophie Adenot is set to become the first French woman to complete a space walk this Tuesday, when she conducts repairs to the outside of the ISS. She'll spend around 6h30 on the task, which is very physically demanding. Details by Ellen Gainsford.

Spationaut Sophie Adenot will be first French woman to walk in space

This French woman is making history. Sophie Adenot is set to become the first French woman to complete a space walk this Tuesday, when she conducts repairs to the outside of the ISS. She'll spend around 6h30 on the task, which is very physically demanding. Details by Ellen Gainsford.

WA police appeal for help to find 10-year-old girl missing from Perth suburbs

Lyndel Ningella was last seen leaving home in Butler on Saturday evening prompting concerns about her safetyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWestern Australia police have appealed for help in finding a 10-year-old girl who went missing from Perth’s outer northern suburbs on Saturday.Lyndel Ningella has not been seen since early Saturday evening when police said the young ...

Somali army repels troops loyal to ousted leader and Islamist insurgents

Somali national forces repelled an assault by troops loyal to an ousted regional leader and Islamist insurgents on Monday over control of the key city of Baidoa. The assault involved "vehicles laden with explosives" according to the government, which said its troops killed nearly 30 militants in their response. Details by Laurent Berstecher.

Somali army repels troups loyal to ousted leader and Islamist insurgents

Somali national forces repelled an assault by troops loyal to an ousted regional leader and Islamist insurgents on Monday over control of the key city of Baidoa. The assault involved "vehicles laden with explosives" according to the government, which said its troops killed nearly 30 militants in their response. Details by Laurent Berstecher.

French PM announces support for fire-damaged villages after jeers from residents

The French government has approved a special budget worth 12 million euros to help towns affected by the recent wildfires in the country's south. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced a raft of other support measures including tax breaks for companies affected by the calamity. Earlier, he was jeered by some inhabitants when he visited Le Porge where 183 homes were ravaged by fire. Story by Yu...

Hong Kong 5-year plan should have Northern Metropolis tax breaks, listing reforms: HKICPA

The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) has urged the government to introduce tax incentives to help develop the Northern Metropolis and to improve the stock exchange’s listing regime to further cement the city’s role in international finance. The organisation’s submission for Hong Kong’s first five-year plan asked the government to consider tax incentives for investors wh...