Consultant Dr John Gibbs worked at the hospital during the period in 2015 to 2016 when Letby murdered seven babies. Read full story Author:
Colombia and Brazil deadliest countries for environmental activists, report says
The two countries accounted for 52% of killings of environmental activists in 2025, according to Global Witness. Read full story Author:
Husband who drugged and raped wife for 20 years no longer part of trial
Twelve other men are still due to stand trial accused of serious sexual offences against the same woman. Read full story Author:
NZ apologises to children forced to live in bush for years with fugitive dad
A public inquiry has found that agencies “missed key opportunities” to recover the children sooner. Read full story Author:
Parents of Southport attack victim ‘devastated’ by data breach
The Ministry of Justice says an urgent investigation has been launched after court files were accessed. Read full story Author:
Tall athletes can’t stretch their legs in container beds at Asian Games, official says
South Korea’s delegation slams the wooden containers housing its athletes at the Asian Games in Nagoya city. Read full story Author:
Baby born during Harry Potter screening has ‘Cineworld’ on birth certificate
Elsie Lamb was born in the Cineworld at Broughton, Flintshire, about 40 minutes into the film. Read full story Author:
The World Economy Is Becoming Wary of the U.S.
America’s position of global economic stability is starting to look shakier as the Trump administration piles on debt and doubles down on sanctions. Go to Source Author: Alan Rappeport https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
Fed Readies for Momentous Rate Decision
The central bank is widely expected to raise interest rates on Wednesday, less than two months before the midterm elections. Go to Source Author: Colby Smith https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
Fed Meeting Will Test Central Bank’s Credibility With Bond Investors
If the Fed opts against raising interest rates on Wednesday, investors will probably increase their forecasts for inflation, injecting new turmoil into the government bond market. Go to Source Author: …
Why the Fed Might Raise Interest Rates When Borrowing Costs Are Surging
Elevated interest rates have raised the cost of mortgages and car loans without dampening consumer spending. Go to Source Author: Aruni Soni https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
Fuel Riots Spread Around the World, and Trump Approves $2.8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel
Plus, the Russian businessman who rented an island for Donald Trump Jr. Go to Source Author: Tracy Mumford, Will Jarvis, Margaret Kadifa, Jake Lucas and Ian Stewart https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
The Liftoff Scenario That Terrifies A.I. Doomsayers
“Recursive self-improvement” is the idea that artificial intelligence could learn to build and train itself, creating exponential new progress — and risk. Go to Source Author: Cade Metz https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
The Subtle Sign That A.I. Is Not Yet a National Political Issue
A Times/Siena poll shows many voters are still uncertain on the issue, including which party would do a better job on it. Go to Source Author: Nate Cohn https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
Fired Metrolink executive claims rail service endangered passengers with unsafe equipment
In a lawsuit, the former Metrolink COO blames several rail mishaps on shoddy maintenance procedures and claims he was fired for calling attention to unsafe equipment. Read full story Author: …
Newsom signs first-in-nation standards for homes damaged by wildfire smoke
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation to create new standards to test and remediate homes damaged by wildfire smoke, and to require insurance companies to pay for the associated …
Kennedy Center board votes to close venue immediately as judge again blocks addition of Trump’s name
The Kennedy Center Board of Trustees voted Tuesday to immediately close the performing arts venue, a few hours after a federal judge ruled that President Trump’s name could not be …
ABC’s ‘American Idol’ is leaving Los Angeles, in another blow to the industry
The show’s planned 25th season will be produced in Georgia. Read full story Author: Meg James, Cerys Davies
Bass skips hearing on L.A. homelessness spending, calling probe politically motivated
Burchett’s effort to force Bass to testify is the latest example of congressional Republican leaders trying to examine California’s handling of regional issues and finances. Read full story Author: Ana …
A wave of dead seabirds washes ashore in Venice
More than 40 cormorants, black pelican-like seabirds, washed ashore at Venice Beach this weekend. The cause is a mystery. Read full story Author: Noah Haggerty, Caroline Petrow-Cohen