Call for ministers to overrule 'two-tier' sentencing changes

Exercise Reduces Colon Cancer Recurrence Risk A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals that exercise significantly lowers the risk of colon cancer recurrence in patients post-treatment. Conducted with nearly 900 participants, the Phase 3 trial found that those engaged in a structured exercise program reduced their risk of cancer recurrence or death by 28% compared to a control group. Experts advocate for integrating exercise into standard colon cancer treatment, emphasizing...

New research led by Professor Justin Stebbing at Anglia Ruskin University suggests that studying dinosaur fossils, particularly a Telmatosaurus transsylvanicus with a jaw tumor discovered in Romania, could provide insights into cancer treatments. Using fine drills and microscopes, researchers found structures resembling human red blood cells within the fossil, helping to understand the role of environment on cancer. This study parallels the upcoming film "Jurassic World Rebirth," which features scientists exploring prehistoric remains to develop...

Iraq and Lebanon's Call for Gaza RescueIraq and Lebanon issued a joint plea to rescue the besieged Gaza Strip, enduring over 20 months of Israeli attacks, during a press conference in Baghdad between Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. Sudani condemned Israeli aggression on both Lebanese and Syrian territories and called for immediate intervention to protect Gazans amid international silence, while Aoun emphasized Lebanon's commitment to sovereignty and stability. The...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reassured that the U.S. would not default on its debt amid rising investor concerns over the federal budget. He dismissed warnings from JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon regarding potential bond market instability due to increasing debt tied to President Trump's proposed budget, which could add $3 trillion over the next decade. Despite opposition in Congress and a recent court ruling affecting Trump's tariff plans, Bessent and other administration officials maintain that the budget...

Over the past two decades, corporate sustainability has progressed, but the emphasis on climate action has been overly narrow, neglecting significant nature loss risks. Business leaders are increasingly incorporating biodiversity into their sustainability strategies, with initiatives such as the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures gaining traction. Three developments driving this shift include heightened awareness of nature's economic foundations, public institutions enhancing visibility of nature's contributions, and the emergence of market-based investment mechanisms that incentivize biodiversity...

As the school year ends, a family prepares for a $65,000 to $80,000 move from the U.S. due to concerns over escalating anti-trans legislation and violence, raising over $6,500 through a GoFundMe campaign. Similarly, Debi Jackson and her child Avery, a trans advocate, moved to a European country after fearing for their safety amidst mounting political hostility towards trans individuals, raising $15,000 for the transition. Both families reflect the urgency among many LGBTQ+ individuals seeking...