China repatriates more than 1,000 online scam workers rescued from Myanmar

Emergency services responded to a crash on the M6 northbound at junctions 22 and 23 near Greater Manchester involving a lorry and two cars, resulting in injuries to the driver and passenger of one car. The motorway was closed in both directions for over an hour for repairs, with traffic released before 4am. The incident was cleared by 5.25am, with multiple police forces attending the scene to assist. Full Article

England have appointed former captain Charlotte Edwards as their new head coach, replacing Jon Lewis after a 16-0 Ashes defeat. Edwards, the all-time leading run-scorer for England, brings extensive experience as a player and coach, having won multiple titles domestically and internationally. With a focus on rebuilding the team's performance and creating a challenging yet supportive environment, Edwards aims to lead England to success in upcoming home series and the 50-over World Cup in India....

President Donald Trump is set to announce reciprocal tariffs against countries with unfair trade barriers, targeting the "Dirty 15" nations that impose hefty tariffs on U.S. goods. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and National Economic Council director Kevin Hassett have not named the specific countries, but data shows China, the EU, Mexico, Vietnam, and others have contributed to America's trillion-dollar trade deficit. The U.S. Trade Representative is particularly interested in 21 countries for unfair trade practices....

The WHO published reports highlighting the critical lack of medicines and diagnostic tools for invasive fungal diseases, emphasizing the need for innovative R&D. With common infections becoming resistant to treatment, severely ill patients and those with weakened immune systems are disproportionately affected. The reports underscore the urgent need for safer antifungal medicines, improved diagnostics, and increased global investment in research and development to address the growing threat of invasive fungal diseases. Full Article

Jesuit priest Rev. Jörg Alt chose to serve a 25-day prison sentence in Nuremberg instead of paying a 500-euro fine for participating in a climate activists' street blockade. The court ruling stemmed from a sit-in protest in August 2022, where Alt and others blocked traffic to raise awareness about climate change. Alt, known for his vow of poverty, cited solidarity with fellow activists facing similar treatment as his reason for opting for prison over paying...

The Trump administration is reviewing billions in federal funding for Harvard University due to ongoing crackdowns on pro-Palestinian protests on US campuses. A task force is assessing contracts and grants, following an executive order targeting anti-Semitism. Harvard faced student protests demanding divestment from Israel, leading to disruptions on campus. The university and protesters reached an agreement to end the encampment, but differing statements were released regarding the outcome. Full Article