Wednesday, September 2, 2026

World

June 23, 2026

WHO urges expanded newborn screening

He said an estimated eight million babies are born with a birth defect annually worldwide, underscoring the urgent need for stronger screening systems.

World Health Organisation
June 23, 2026

40 people drown in France amid heatwave across Europe

“The latest figures we’ve received are 40 deaths since 18 June,” French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said.

Lifeguard
June 23, 2026

SpaceX loses $600 billion in market value

SpaceX’s shares fell 16 per cent on Monday to close at $154.60, bringing the three-day decline to 23 per cent.

Elon Musk
June 23, 2026

Larry The Cat: Chief Mouser at 10 Downing Street who outlasts six PMs and counting

The beloved tabby currently awaits the next prime minister to move into 10 Downing Street.

Chief Mouser Larry
June 23, 2026

Five young Canadian siblings killed in Ontario road crash laid to rest

The 42-year-old male driver and lone occupant of the SUV was also pronounced dead at the hospital after succumbing to his injuries.

Five young Canadian siblings
June 23, 2026

Scottish National Party chief Peter Murrell sentenced to prison for embezzlement

Peter Murrell, a former Chief Executive of the Scottish National Party, has been sentenced to five years and three months in prison for embezzling party funds.

Peter Murrell
June 22, 2026

Tata Electronics hit by cyberattack amid Apple, Tesla-linked data leak

The latest attack comes as another setback for Apple’s supply chain in India. 

Tata electronics
June 22, 2026

Three dead, seven injured in Philippines high school shooting

Police said one suspect was arrested shortly after the incident. 

Philippines police
June 22, 2026

New British PM to emerge before September; nominations for new leader start in July: Starmer

He said he would remain in office until his party completes the process of choosing his successor.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer