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Disgruntled Cornwall locals are being advised to wear earplugs as the Longships Lighthouse has been emitting an ear-splitting beep every 13 seconds for a week, even in clear skies. Engineers are waiting for a part to repair the malfunctioning fog sensing mechanism, which is crucial for warning sailors of foggy conditions. Trinity House is aware of the issue and is awaiting delivery of the part to fix the problem, but the maintenance crew will have...

Ghent's Orsi Academy collaborated with Nvidia to develop an AI tool for surgical training that analyzes real-time images and aids surgeons, revolutionizing surgery worldwide. This groundbreaking technology allows trainees to interact with an AI-powered chatbot during live operations, offering tailored explanations and insights without disrupting the operating room. In a Belgian first, a remote surgery from Ghent to Shanghai was successfully conducted, showcasing the potential of this AI system for robotic surgery, diagnostics, and remote...

International development minister Anneliese Dodds has resigned from the government due to Sir Keir Starmer's decision to cut the UK's foreign aid budget, which she believes will benefit Russia. Her departure is seen as a setback for the prime minister, as she warned in her letter that the cuts will impact key priorities such as support for Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine, potentially leading to a UK withdrawal from various nations. Dodds expressed concerns that the...

In Spain, foreigners cannot legally change their names or surnames. The only way to do so is by becoming a Spanish citizen, which can be achieved after 10 years of residency for most countries or shorter periods for specific nationalities. Changing surnames for grammar or phonetics reasons is allowed, but must belong to a vernacular language and be proven with documentation. Marriage or divorce also provide options for changing surnames in Spain. Full Article

Police arrested two academy players at Queens Park Rangers’ training ground on suspicion of voyeurism following an incident at a nightclub in Kingston three weeks ago. Voyeurism involves obtaining sexual gratification from observing private acts, potentially leading to a two-year prison sentence. Both suspects, in their late teens, are in custody, with the victim receiving support from specialist officers as investigations continue. Full Article

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed support for Donald Trump's pursuit of a mineral deal with Ukraine, noting its potential as a security guarantee against Russia. During his visit to Washington, Starmer urged Trump to provide security protections for Ukraine and not abandon the country amidst ongoing conflict. His comments came ahead of President Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump to finalize the natural resources agreement, which would give the US access to Ukraine's mineral reserves in...