Russian drones strike Ukrainian city of Odesa, underlining challenges for truce

Providers reprimanded for pressuring customers, exploiting women’s insecurities or trivialising medical risksThe Advertising Standards Authority has reprimanded six cosmetic treatment providers for pressuring customers and exploiting women’s insecurities in advertisements for liquid Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs). This unregulated cosmetic procedure, which involves injecting fillers into the buttocks for enhancement, poses significant health risks, including potentially life-threatening infections. The investigation highlighted the need for greater scrutiny and regulation in the cosmetic treatment industry to protect consumers....

Trump escalated a feud with HarvardPresident Trump intensified tensions with Harvard University by freezing $2.2 billion in funding and threatening to revoke its tax-exempt status, following the institution's refusal to comply with administration demands on diversity hiring and anti-Israel protests. Harvard's strong stance has bolstered other universities, such as Columbia, to adopt a more defiant tone against government pressures. Meanwhile, in Ukraine, the aftermath of recent Russian airstrikes in Sumy has heightened fears of further...

In Chelsea, Michigan, the local community rallied together to assist Serendipity Books in relocating to a larger space, demonstrating their strong connection to the independent bookstore. Owner Michelle Tuplin's call for volunteers resulted in over 300 people forming a 350-foot human chain to transport 9,100 books in less than two hours, all while sharing joy and stories about the books. This heartwarming event showcased the town's spirit and love for literature, as the bookstore prepared...

Jordanian security services arrested 16 individuals suspected of plotting attacks using rockets and drones, with plans targeting national security. The suspects, allegedly linked to the Muslim Brotherhood, were organized into four cells engaged in activities like manufacturing explosives and recruiting operatives for illicit training. All have been referred to the State Security Court for violating anti-terrorism laws, while the Brotherhood denied involvement and asserted its commitment to peaceful approaches. Full Article

Belgium is set to increase its defence budget to 2% of GDP in response to NATO's spending goals, but faces challenges in meeting a potential new target of over 3% amid concerns for its welfare system. Budget Minister Vincent Van Peteghem indicated that the government will utilize temporary funding measures and creative accounting, including classifying certain infrastructure investments as military spending, to reach this goal, while also planning to privatize state assets and implement spending...

An open letter from Manitoba researchers has gained widespread support from hundreds of scientists and academics across Canada, highlighting concerns about the impact of research funding cuts in the U.S. on Canadian research initiatives. The letter calls on federal political leaders to take action in response to these challenges, emphasizing the interconnected nature of research funding between the two countries. This collective effort underscores the urgent need to address the potential negative consequences of reduced...