The US Congress has passed a $51.4 billion foreign aid package, significantly increasing funding for global health and humanitarian efforts, though it excludes dedicated climate crisis programmes.
A new survey reveals the Northern Irish accent is the UK's most attractive, with Welsh and Edinburgh accents also ranking high. The Brummie accent was deemed least sexy, highlighting biases in romantic perceptions.
German airline Lufthansa has publicly acknowledged its historical involvement with the Nazi regime, including use of forced labourers and support for war efforts, commissioning a new study.
The UK's student loan system continues to deteriorate, burdening graduates with unsustainable debt and sparking widespread calls for urgent reform.
A new cartoon by Stephen Collins humorously critiques the government's proposed ban on smartphones in schools, highlighting the challenges of enforcement and student reactions.
Lawyers report a new phase of systematic repression in Iran, with thousands arrested, warrantless raids, and death penalty demands. They warn of imminent mass executions without international intervention.
Stoke-on-Trent College's Cauldon Campus in Shelton has been placed under lockdown, with students advised to remain in their cars amid a police presence and sounding alarms.
Iranian lawyers report a surge in home raids and death penalty demands, with fears of mass executions if US military threats subside, amid systematic repression.
Amnesty International reveals North Korea executes schoolchildren for consuming South Korean content like Squid Game and K-Pop, with testimonies from escapees detailing public executions and bribery systems.
High-stakes negotiations between the US and Iran over a new nuclear agreement have started in Oman, with both sides seeking diplomacy despite recent military escalations and threats from former President Trump.
The humanitarian situation in Gaza deteriorates further as international leaders urge an immediate ceasefire, with escalating violence and aid shortages raising global concerns.
A new YouGov poll shows European opinions of the US have plummeted to record lows, with majorities in six nations expressing antipathy and prioritizing autonomy over transatlantic ties.
A detailed timeline of the Rasht massacre protests in Iran, highlighting key events, government responses, and the ongoing struggle for justice and human rights.
A podcast reveals Donald Trump's alleged assault on the Smithsonian Institution, aiming to reframe entire US culture. This controversial move has ignited debates over historical narratives and national identity.
Jonathan Perkins, UCLA's diversity director, has been terminated after posting messages celebrating conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's murder. The university cited violations of workplace violence policies.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a teacher was assaulted at Milford Haven Comprehensive School in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The school is closed today as police investigate.
Former deputy head Andrew Peacock, a self-confessed naturist, was seen walking nude on Ellison Street in 2023. A tribunal found his actions constituted misconduct.
Andrew Peacock, a former deputy head of maths at Hetton Academy, was spotted walking naked near the River Tyne. The Teaching Regulation Agency found his actions constituted misconduct.
Independent researcher Matthew LaCroix claims to have uncovered geometric evidence of a lost civilization that encoded knowledge across continents 38,000-40,000 years ago, challenging mainstream archaeology.
A significant prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia has been successfully completed, facilitated by recent diplomatic talks involving the United States. This development marks a crucial step in humanitarian efforts amid the ongoing conflict.
Israeli forces are alleged to have used a herbicide linked to cancer on agricultural land in southern Lebanon, raising serious health and environmental concerns.
Extremists kill 162 in Nigeria, Britain sanctions Sudan commanders over war crimes, and a flotilla sets sail for Gaza. Global news roundup for February 5, 2026.
A primary school in Stoke-on-Trent was placed on lockdown following reports of a man with a firearm in the area, with pupils and parents kept inside the grounds as police responded.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a teacher was injured in an armed assault at Milford Haven Comprehensive School in Pembrokeshire, Wales.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a teacher was attacked at a school, with reports indicating the pupil brandished a weapon during the incident.
Basic services have resumed at Syria's al-Hol camp following government capture from Kurdish forces, with UN officials reporting calm conditions but ongoing humanitarian challenges for residents.
Cuba faces persistent nationwide power outages due to aging infrastructure and fuel shortages, with residents adapting to daily struggles as geopolitical tensions with the US disrupt potential aid.
The Global Sumud Flotilla reveals its biggest operation yet, with 3,000 participants from over 100 countries aiming to break Israel's Gaza blockade through coordinated sea and land efforts in March 2026.
Australian authorities have been accused of misidentifying Indonesian children as adult people smugglers, sparking legal and diplomatic concerns over human rights and juvenile justice.
A new study explores the common phenomenon of high school friendships fading over time, offering insights into why this happens and practical advice for achieving closure and moving forward positively.