9 h. ago Kate Middleton and Meghan's bombshell disagreement as 'pathetic differences' exposed

A tense clear the air meeting between Meghan and Kate was revealed by Prince Harry in Spare - and experts have explained how it changed the course of the monarchy

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39 h. ago Catholics now make up little more than half Brazil’s population

Census finds just 56.7% in world’s biggest Catholic country follow Roman church as evangelical numbers riseHome to the world’s largest Catholic population, Brazil has once again witnessed a decline in the faith’s following, according to new figures released by the country’s national statistics institute (IBGE).Thirty years ago, Catholics made up 82.9% of Brazil’s population but now account for just over half, 56.7%, according to the 2022 census – whose results on religion were only released on Friday. Continue reading...

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40 h. ago 'I'm a travel expert and making one simple change saved me £90 in flights'

Travel enthusiast Laura Bennett, 34, has shared her little-known tip to bag bargain flights, after slashing her air fare on a recent trip to the picturesque Greek islands

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42 h. ago Top Border Terrier Names: Here are the 10 most popular puppy names in the world for Border Terriers 🐕

If you’re poised to get a new Border Terrier puppy but can’t decide what to call it, here’s some inspiration from the global family of dog owners.

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3 d. ago Marine heatwave found to have engulfed area of ocean five times the size of Australia

World Meteorological Organization report says record heat in 2024 was driven by climate crisis and intersected with extreme weather eventsAlmost 40 million sq kilometres of ocean around south-east Asia and the Pacific – an area five times the size of Australia – was engulfed in a marine heatwave in 2024, a World Meteorological Organization (WMO) report has revealed.WMO scientists said the record heat – on land and in the ocean – was mostly driven by the climate crisis and coincided with a string of extreme weather events, from deadly landslides in the Philippines to floods in Australia and rapid glacier loss in Indonesia. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Death cap mushrooms: Expert reveals what happens if you eat a toxic mushroom

Mushroom foraging, or mushroom hunting, is popular in many parts of the world - but even experienced foragers can make mistakes

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4 d. ago Expert urges broadband customers to do one thing to avoid overpaying

A tech expert has urged customers to make one key change that would save them from spending more than £30 a month on their WiFi bill.

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4 d. ago Climate scientists call for 'immediate action' to tackle global warming

Alec Hutchings, WWF's chief climate advisor, says the spring heat record confirms that climate change is 'here now and needs immediate action'.

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5 d. ago Populist Nawrocki’s triumph threatens Poland’s place at Europe’s top table

Victory of radical-right candidate could seriously destabilise the coalition government of pro-EU prime minister Donald TuskEurope live – latest updatesThe victory margin of the nationalist Karol Nawrocki in Poland’s presidential elections may have been wafer-thin, but it marks a huge upheaval in the country’s political landscape whose impact will be felt not just in Warsaw but across the EU.Backed by the previous ruling conservative Law & Justice (PiS) party and, openly, by Donald Trump’s Maga movement, Nawrocki, a radical-right historian, defeated his liberal rival, the capital’s mayor, Rafał Trzaskowski, by 50.89% to 49.11%. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago AOC viewed positively by more Americans than Trump or Harris, poll finds

Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was one of only three politicians who had a net positive popularity rating, according to the poll

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7 d. ago Are there billions more people on earth than we thought? If so, it’s no bad thing | Jonathan Kennedy

A study suggests the global population has been undercounted – but we shouldn’t let the overpopulation alarmists win the argumentAccording to the UN, the world’s population stands at just over 8.2 billion. However, a recent study suggests the figure could be hundreds of millions or even billions higher. This news might sound terrifying, but it is important to remember that anxieties about overpopulation are rarely just about the numbers. They reflect power struggles over which lives matter, who is a burden or a threat and ultimately what the future should look like.The world’s population reached 1 billion just after the turn of the 19th century. The number of people on the planet then began to grow exponentially, doubling to 2 billion by about 1925 and again to 4 billion about 50 years later. On 15 November 2022, the UN announced the birth of the eight billionth human.Jonathan Kennedy teaches politics and global health at Queen Mary University of London, and is the author of Pathoge...

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8 d. ago Half of world's population endured extra month of extreme heat due to climate change, experts say

Scientists say 4 billion people, about half the world’s population, experienced at least one extra month of extreme heat because of human-caused climate change from May 2024 to May 2025

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9 d. ago Boffins finally work out how to speak 'horse' and now have an idea how they're feeling

Horses are more than just a long face - their faces change depending on their mood according to experts from the University of Portsmouth

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9 d. ago California avocado growers feared Mexican imports would harm their trade. Instead business is booming

On a hillside northwest of Los Angeles, Andreas Tompros is replanting hundreds of avocado trees

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1 week ago Expert warns of poo colour change that warrants urgent GP appointment

Checking our stool to make sure everything is in order isn't something anyone wants to do, however it is essential to understanding your body and any underlying problems you may have

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1 week ago Popular UK beach with 'legendary' seaside charm is 'one of the world's best'

Brighton Beach has been a firm favourite with Brits looking for classic sea, sun and sand, thanks to its bustling pier, long promenade and easy access to restaurants, bars and shops

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1 week ago World faces new danger of ‘economic denial’ in climate fight, Cop30 head says

Exclusive: André Corrêa do Lago says ‘answers have to come from the economy’ as climate policies trigger populist-fuelled backlashThe world is facing a new form of climate denial – not the dismissal of climate science, but a concerted attack on the idea that the economy can be reorganised to fight the crisis, the president of global climate talks has warned.André Corrêa do Lago, the veteran Brazilian diplomat who will direct this year’s UN summit, Cop30, believes his biggest job will be to counter the attempt from some vested interests to prevent climate policies aimed at shifting the global economy to a low-carbon footing. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Has India really overtaken Japan to become world’s 4th largest economy?

Surpassing Japan’s GDP would be a significant milestone for the world’s most populous country, but experts say an Indian official’s claim might be premature. Either way, are such moments really a cause for celebration? Shweta Sharma reports from Delhi

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1 week ago Experts reveal what numbers you should change your PIN code to...and which to NEVER use

Experts revealed which PIN codes are a hit or miss for tech enthusiasts looking to keep their electronics safe.

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1 week ago The slightest change in your eyes could reveal just how accurate your memories are, according to scientists

Experts have discovered that a tiny change in your eye can determine how accurately you are remembering something.

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