Mine casualties persist as UN partners scale up clearance operations

The US administration, under President Trump, has urged Spain to increase its military spending in line with NATO commitments, marking their first official contact since Trump took office. Despite Trump's previous criticism of Spain's low defence contribution, recent diplomatic discussions between Under Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Spain's Secretary of State for Foreign and Global Affairs focused on strengthening ties and cooperation on various mutual interests, with a particular emphasis on defence spending. Spain...

A woman in her 30s has been arrested on suspicion of concealing a birth, neglect, and infanticide after her newborn baby boy was found dead outside a church in London. The mother is currently in the hospital receiving medical care, while detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the baby's death. A forensic post-mortem on the baby will be conducted later this week, with authorities remaining open-minded about the incident. Full Article

King Charles is set to resume his public duties this week after a brief hospital stay, with a schedule that includes public appearances, state duties, and private meetings at Windsor Castle. Adjustments have been made to accommodate his recovery for the upcoming state visit to Italy with the Queen next week. Following a "minor bump" in his cancer treatment journey, the King had temporary side effects after a treatment session at the London Clinic, leading...

With a growing interest in natural remedies, individuals are discovering the health benefits of spices like turmeric and ginger, which offer anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that support overall well-being. Incorporating these spices into daily diets can improve digestion, enhance immune function, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. By exploring the potent benefits of turmeric, ginger, and other healing spices, health-conscious individuals can enhance their health naturally. Full Article

Despite a "productive" phone call between Sir Keir Starmer and President Donald Trump over a trade deal, UK officials fear that the country will be hit by US tariffs this week. They are racing to avoid Mr. Trump's "Liberation Day" on Wednesday, which will impose high tariffs on imported goods. British representatives hope to secure a "UK-US economic prosperity deal" to exempt British goods from tariffs, but fear they may not reach an agreement in...

According to the UK Youth Poll survey by the University of Glasgow’s John Smith Centre, two thirds of young adults in the UK believe social media should be banned for under-16s, with a similar proportion expressing concerns about the rise of toxic masculinity. The survey also revealed that young people are worried about the state of democracy in the UK, with many feeling that it is in trouble and too divided. Additionally, respondents highlighted issues...