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Human hair used as protective barrier in oceans
A new environmental initiative is using human hair to help protect the oceans, building barriers from donated locks to shield parts of Brazil's coastline from oil spill pollution.
‘Body’ found in suitcase near Goulburn was actually lifelike doll with ‘bruises and grazes’
What was originally reported as a body found in Oallen on Sunday was ‘very realistic in the terms of looking like human remains’, NSW police sayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhat appeared to be a woman’s body found in a suitcase by the side of a road near Goulburn in regional New South Wales was in fact a lifelike d...
From Solar corona to human emotions: What can we learn from eclipses? (2/4)
Total solar eclipse (2/4) A total solar eclipse will sweep across northern Spain on August 12 in one of Europe's most anticipated astronomical events of the decade. From the Sun's corona to animal behaviour and human emotions, these rare celestial events continue to provide scientists with valuable insights more than two millennia after they were first observed.
'Body in suitcase' found in Australia turns out to be lifelike doll
Forensics revealed that the 'realistic' looking body was in fact not human.
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Three midlife health factors could delay dementia by 13 years, study finds
People with good vascular health may gain extra dementia-free years, new research suggests.
Myanmar rebuffs ASEAN's call to free Aung San Suu Kyi and questions the need for an envoy
Myanmar’s military-backed government has rejected ASEAN's call for the unconditional release of former leader Aung San Suu Kyi
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Eight teenagers charged with murder over alleged attack after Queensland party
Man, 21, dies six days after being taken to hospital in critical condition after alleged attack in Bahrs Scrub, Logan A “preconceived plan” to do harm at a party has resulted in a young man’s death and murder charges for eight teenagers, police say.The group of teens allegedly attended an Airbnb gathering south of Brisbane armed with various weapons before it erupted into violence and left the 21-...
Malaysia seeks to deepen trade ties with South Korea in chips, AI, halal sector
Malaysia is seeking to elevate its economic partnership with South Korea beyond traditional manufacturing and trade by positioning itself as a long-term strategic partner in high-value industries, ranging from semiconductors and AI to electric vehicles, renewable energy and the fast-growing global halal economy. In an interview with The Korea Times, Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA...
Court approves last attempt by 11 jailed opposition figures to clear their names
A Hong Kong court has endorsed a final attempt by 11 jailed opposition politicians and activists to clear their names, following their convictions for conspiracy to commit subversion in a landmark national security trial. In a written judgment delivered on Monday, the Court of Appeal identified five legal issues that deserved further scrutiny by the Court of Final Appeal over the appellants’ invol...
Court approves last attempt by 11 jailed opposition figures to clear their name
A Hong Kong court has endorsed a final attempt by 11 jailed opposition politicians and activists to clear their name, following their convictions for conspiracy to commit subversion in a landmark national security trial. In a written judgment delivered on Monday, the Court of Appeal identified five legal issues that deserved further scrutiny by the Court of Final Appeal over the appellants’ involv...
Most of the Maldives may be unliveable in 50 years – but these kayaking islanders aren't giving up
From protesting against a mangrove-damaging reclamation project to organising beach clean ups, Maldivian youth are defending their home and identity.
From Scotland to Austria: Europe's best destinations for a 'stillcation'
Research reveals the best destinations in Europe where you can slow down among nature, as well as the science behind why forests, birdsong and scenic hikes can help travellers unwind.
UK manufacturers face rising hacking risk as survey shows 30% were hit last year
Big companies describe being under constant threat but only half have a plan in place to respond to an attackNearly a third of British manufacturers have been hit by a cyber-attack on them or a company in their supply chain, according to a survey that highlighted the growing hacking risk to companies.The findings come almost a year after Britain’s largest automotive employer, JLR, was hit by an at...
British national shot dead in Kashmir by Pakistani security forces
Mohammad Akhtar, 50, from Peterborough killed during clashes between authorities and protestersA British national was shot dead in Pakistan-administered Kashmir during clashes between security forces and protesters, the Guardian can reveal.Another Briton has been held in a regional prison for more than two months despite his family’s efforts to secure his release through the Foreign Office. Contin...
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‘Body’ of woman found in suitcase near Goulburn was actually lifelike doll with ‘bruises and grazes’
What was originally reported as a body found in Oallen on Sunday was ‘very realistic in the terms of looking like human remains’, NSW police sayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhat appeared to be a woman’s body found in a suitcase by the side of a road near Goulburn in regional New South Wales was in fact a lifelike d...
Wildfires bear down on homes in Canada’s Okanagan region
A fast-moving wildfire in Canada’s British Columbia province has forced thousands of people from their homes.
Haze returns to Malaysia’s Sarawak, Selangor as Indonesian wildfires burn out of control
The haze is back in Malaysia – with at least two states registering unhealthy air readings on Monday as raging forest fires in neighbouring Indonesia send clouds of smoke northwards. Transboundary haze is a long-standing problem in Southeast Asia, particularly affecting Malaysia and Singapore due to their proximity to Indonesia, where vast tracts of forests and agricultural land become fire hotspo...
Australia news live: Two workers were temporarily stood down over airport near-miss; Icac witness says his wife is having contractions
Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPolice say the remains found in a suitcase near Goulburn are not human.Supt Linda Bradbury with NSW police said:Some good news here that we don’t have a suspicious death of a human on our hands. … We are still undertaking more forensic work to identify what they are. But we can identify that they’re not human.But we...
Beijing urged to win Indian hearts, Hong Kong’s hottest day: 5 weekend reads you missed
We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Why Beijing struggles to win Indian hearts and minds despite diplomatic thaw Though the relationship between the Chinese and Indian governments has been thawing, Beijing has yet to win over the India...
Beijing on red alert as Typhoon Dolphin grounds nearly 1,000 flights in Shanghai
Residents in Beijing have been warned not to go outside unless it is absolutely necessary as the capital and multiple other cities are on high alert for the arrival of Typhoon Dolphin, which is travelling north. In Beijing, a red rainstorm alert – the second highest – was issued on Monday for a number of districts, with rain expected to continue over the next three days. According to the city’s fo...
40% of flights grounded in Shanghai as long-lived Typhoon Dolphin moves north
Shanghai airports cancelled nearly 40 per cent of all flights on Monday as heavy rain continued after Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in eastern China on Sunday evening and continued to move north. According to a notice from the Shanghai government on Monday morning, there were 642 cancellations at Pudong airport and 301 at Hongqiao. Passengers were urged to check their airlines for updates. Some tr...
‘Body’ of woman found in suitcase by side of road near Goulburn was actually lifelike doll
What was originally reported as a body found in Oallen on Sunday was ‘very realistic in the terms of looking like human remains’, NSW police sayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhat appeared to be a woman’s body found in a suitcase by the side of a road near Goulburn in regional New South Wales was in fact a lifelike d...
‘Body’ of woman found in suitcase by side of road near Goulburn was actually life-like doll
What was originally reported as a body found in Oallen on Sunday was ‘very realistic in the terms of looking like human remains’, NSW police sayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhat appeared to be a woman’s body found in a suitcase by the side of a road near Goulburn in regional New South Wales was in fact a life-like ...
Western Europe sets new temperature record hitting 900 million people worldwide
Last month saw the highest average temperature ever recorded and alarming soil humidity figures across Western Europe, Copernicus said. Regions home to 900 million people underwent their hottest July on record, including the Sahel, Central America, France, and Spain.
Western Europe sets new temperature record as heat waves continue to pummel region
Last month saw the highest average sea surface temperature ever recorded for July across the extra-polar oceans, or the oceans free of seasonal sea ice, Copernicus said.
Western Europe sets new temperature record as heat waves continue to pummel region
Last month saw the highest average sea surface temperature ever recorded for July across the extra-polar oceans, or the oceans free of seasonal sea ice, Copernicus said.
Holiday affordability in Europe: Where can people afford a break?
More Europeans can afford a week-long holiday, but the trend is not universal. Five countries have seen the share unable to afford a holiday increase, including Germany and three Nordic countries.