Customer stabbed to death inside city centre bank branch

A flesh-eating parasite called New World Screwworm is advancing toward the US border in Texas, prompting Washington to halt cattle imports from Mexico. This parasitic fly lays eggs in wounds on warm-blooded animals, feeding on their flesh and potentially leading to death if untreated. Although primarily affecting livestock, humans can also be infested, particularly vulnerable populations; to combat this threat, the US Department of Agriculture is investing $21 million to produce sterile screwworms in Mexico,...

SummaryIzabela Zablocka, a 30-year-old woman who went missing in Derby in 2010 after moving from Poland, has been the subject of a renewed investigation following the discovery of human remains in a garden during searches at an address in Princes Street, Normanton. Three individuals were arrested on suspicion of her murder after a missing persons report was filed last week, prompting police to trace her last known movements. Despite her family’s efforts to locate her,...

The northern lights, or aurora borealis, are expected to be visible in several US states, particularly on the night of June 2, with Alaska, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, and Wisconsin having the highest chances of sightings, as reported by NOAA. This phenomenon occurs due to charged particles from the sun interacting with Earth's gases, producing colorful displays in the night sky. While visibility is likely to extend into the following night, optimal viewing conditions...

A seven-year-old girl in Uttar Pradesh, India, underwent life-saving surgery to remove a three-inch nail that had been allegedly driven into her skull by a paedophile during an assault. The nail had penetrated her neck and palate, partially entering her brain, but specialists at King George’s Medical University Hospital successfully removed it without damaging critical nerves or brain tissue. Now in stable condition, the girl is recovering well and is expected to be discharged in...

The UK aviation industry is undergoing its most significant overhaul in decades, with proposed redesigns of flight paths set to enhance flight efficiency, reduce delays, and lower emissions, marking the first major changes since the 1950s. The new UK Airspace Design Service, expected to launch by the end of 2025, aims to streamline operations around Heathrow, which is preparing for a third runway, while also allowing for new services like flying taxis. However, campaigners express...

Keir Starmer has proposed an increase in UK defence spending, advocating for a trained Reserve to deter aggression, which resonates with a self-identified liberal who emphasizes the importance of national defense. Despite progressive concerns about nationalism and militarization, the author believes in the necessity of citizen readiness to protect democracy, drawing comparisons to the bravery of young Ukrainians facing invasion. They argue for a cultural shift in how military service is viewed, suggesting that even...