Chris Packham and Caroline Lucas quit RSPCA over abattoir cruelty claims

A three-year-old boy, Ketorrius ‘KJ’ Starks Jr, tragically died after being left in a hot car for over five hours by a child protective services driver who stopped for personal errands. Found unresponsive in Birmingham, Alabama, he was pronounced dead at the scene, sparking devastation among his family and prompting the Department of Human Services to terminate the driver's contract. Want More Context? 🔎

The United Nations has confirmed the delivery of aid to Sweida, Syria, following violent clashes that displaced over 145,000 people, according to the WHO. Many of these individuals are currently seeking refuge in makeshift centers in Daraa and Damascus as the fighting continues between Bedouin fighters and Druze gunmen. Want More Context? 🔎

A NASA study revealed that over half of U.S. astronauts experience vision changes after six months on the ISS, linked to Space-Associated Neuro-ocular Syndrome (SANS) caused by fluid shifts in microgravity. Ongoing research with a device called the Thigh Cuff aims to mitigate these effects, potentially benefiting both space missions and medical conditions on Earth. Want More Context? 🔎

The top free app on Apple's App Store is Tea, a dating advice platform where women can review men and warn others about bad dates, boasting over 1.6 million users. While it enhances safety by allowing background checks and requiring selfies for verification, it recently suffered a data breach affecting user images and comments, raising concerns about misinformation and privacy. Want More Context? 🔎

The Lok Sabha will address an all-party motion to remove Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court over a cash-in-house controversy, while a similar opposition motion in the Rajya Sabha was not admitted due to procedural issues. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju confirmed that all political parties agreed on this joint effort, emphasizing that proceedings will commence in the Lok Sabha before moving to the Rajya Sabha. Want More Context? 🔎

A Bafta-winning actor who starred in Netflix's Top Boy, Micheal Ward, is facing multiple charges, including two counts of rape and three counts of sexual assault, all reported to have occurred in January 2023 involving the same woman. The Metropolitan Police are leading the investigation, emphasizing the support for the victim during this sensitive process. Want More Context? 🔎