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Exclusive: Friends of the Earth finds greatest sewage discharge in Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset‘Tiny bit of rain and the sewage comes’: Brighton swimmers vent fury at sea pollutionSouth West Water is doing more harm to the environment than any other water company in England, according to new analysis, with more sewage discharged in Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset than anywhere else.Friends of the Earth analysed water companies’ environmental performance in six categories: sewage spills, water quality at bathing sites, pollution incidents or warnings at bathing sites, severity of sewage pollution at bathing sites, the percentage of rivers rated below the standard for good ecological health, and the affordability of bills. Continue reading...

Even after a week in which Pauline Hanson and One Nation candidates tripped over themselves trying to explain key policies, voters still backed the partyThe One Nation hype machine went into overdrive after Saturday’s Secret Harbour byelection but one thing is clear from the thumping victory.Despite the party’s sustained surge in public support, Labor and the Coalition still don’t have any idea how to calm an angry electorate and dint support for Pauline Hanson and her insurgent movement. Continue reading...

• Indian bank stocks experienced unusually wide price gaps between the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) during Thursday's closing auction. • IndusInd Bank recorded its most significant exchange price difference in over two decades, highlighting a severe divergence in valuation across the two platforms. • The volatility is attributed to thin market liquidity, pressures from monthly expiry, and growing concerns regarding potential market manipulation.

Australian-led trial finds low risk of side effects from common cholesterol-lowering medication for otherwise healthy older peopleGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTaking a common cholesterol-lowering medication can reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke for people aged over 70, with a low risk of serious side effects, a world-first clinical trial led by Australian researchers has found.Statins are already commonly prescribed to people under the age of 75 who meet certain risk criteria, such as having diabetes and high cholesterol, to prevent them from having a major heart event such as a heart attack, stroke, or from requiring heart surgery. Continue reading...

World Humanoid Robot Games showcased leaps Beijing has made in the tech, but also highlighted limitations as US rivals prepare their own launchesWith exploding pelvises, enough comic pratfalls for a Buster Keaton show reel and the odd moment of ruthless violence, the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing gripped the world this week with an unsettling mixture of hilarity, trepidation and relief.The five-day showcase staked out China’s claim to undisputed leadership in humanoid robotics as android martial artists landed knockout roundhouse kicks and robot teams marched into the arena heralded by flag-waving captains astride giant robotic dogs. The games’ blue-riband event, the 100m, did not disappoint when the robot-sprinters ran quicker than Usain Bolt before slamming mindlessly into a padded wall in a blaze of sparks, flames and flying mechanical limbs. Continue reading...

• Several Indian banks, including IndusInd Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, IDFC First Bank, and Federal Bank, experienced their widest exchange price gaps in decades. • The BSE Bankex gauge dropped as much as 3.3% during the auction process before recovering to close 1.7% lower. • These discrepancies were exacerbated by thin liquidity and the monthly expiry of the 14-member bank index.

• The FDA has approved a landmark drug designed to treat pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest forms of the disease. • The medication utilizes a new therapeutic approach by blocking a specific protein that fuels tumor growth in the vast majority of pancreatic cancer cases. • This approval is significant because the drug has demonstrated a measurable ability to improve patient survival rates.

• Several actors and shows from Channel 3 have received nominations for the Content Asia Awards 2026. • The nominations recognize the performers for their remarkable acting and contributions to high-quality content production. • This recognition highlights the growing regional influence and competitiveness of Thai entertainment in the Asian market.

Officials said Tyrin Johnson turned toward guard members with gun while running as report shows he was shot in backTennessee national guard members assigned to a federal anti-crime taskforce in Memphis fatally shot an armed 20-year-old man in the back, according to an autopsy report obtained by the Associated Press, contradicting police accounts that said the man was facing the troops when they fired.Authorities have said that Tyrin Johnson turned toward guard members with a gun while running from them in the early morning hours after the Fourth of July holiday in Memphis when he was fatally shot in the chest. Continue reading...

• Satellite imagery has revealed the catastrophic scale of recent floods in the Nepal-Tibet border regions, showing entire settlements completely wiped off the map. • The images document the total destruction of critical infrastructure, including homes, bridges, and various buildings across the affected areas. • This visual evidence highlights the extreme vulnerability of high-altitude settlements to flash flooding and the severity of the loss of life and property.

• The highly anticipated film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups,' starring Yash, Kiara Advani, and Nayanthara, is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 26. • The movie marks the return of Kannada superstar Yash to the big screen after a four-year hiatus. • Early reports indicate a massive scale for the release, with the film running across 7,801 shows and generating Rs 104.54 crore in net collections during its initial phase.

• Prime Video will broadcast the Academy of Country Music Awards as a live event. • The awards show is scheduled to air at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. • This event is part of a comprehensive 2026 TV premiere calendar covering major networks and streaming platforms like Netflix, HBO, and Hulu.

• The Asian Art Awards at the Edinburgh Fringe celebrated diverse talent, naming 2ShoulderPads’ "Galaxy Train," a musical based on classical Japanese literature, as the Outstanding Show. • Other key winners included "Tether" for Outstanding Drama, "Our Town Needs a Nando's" for Outstanding Youth Show, and Kento Morita’s "Japanese Grandma Funeral" for Best Comedy. • The classic Chinese opera "The Lady Prince Consort" received the Asian Arts Special Award, highlighting the event's commitment to promoting Asian artists since its inception in 2014.

Motoring series to return after break since serious injuries to co-host Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff in crash during filmingTop Gear, the long-running motoring show which has been off air since its co-host Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff was seriously injured in a crash during filming almost four years ago, is to return to the BBC, the broadcaster confirmed today.After Flintoff’s accident at Dunsfold Aerodrome in Surrey the BBC said the series would be “rested” for the foreseeable future. Continue reading...

‘This is a profoundly flawed decision that endangers our children and is an affront to Texas values,’ Ken Paxton saysA federal judge has, for a second time, struck down a Texas state law banning drag performances in settings where children may be present.In a ruling issued on Tuesday, US district judge David Hittner said Texas cannot enforce its drag show ban. He said that the measure improperly restricts speech and violates the first amendment of the US constitution. Continue reading...

Trump administration has moved away from high-profile, militarized raids as its deportation spree has ramped upThe Trump administration arrested and deported a record number of immigrants in July, according to newly released government data – apprehending an average of 1,500 people and removing 1,100 people daily.This latest data confirms what attorneys and immigrant advocates have been seeing across the US – although the administration has moved away from the high-profile, militarized raids that came to define its immigration enforcement approach last year, it is quietly ramping up its operations. Continue reading...

Civil society groups argue climate crisis means transport sector needs to urgently reduce its carbon emissionsDozens of civil society groups have demanded the UK government do more to promote cycling and walking, after this summer’s extreme heat exposed the desperate need to decarbonise transport.This summer’s heatwaves and wildfires were “immediate, real-world manifestations of the climate emergency”, the groups said, making reform of transport – responsible for more carbon emissions than any other sector in the UK – an urgent priority. Continue reading...

• Six major streaming platforms are implementing a new strategy by incorporating "verticals" directly into their services to help viewers discover new shows. • This shift reduces the platforms' reliance on external social media redirects to drive traffic and engagement with their content libraries. • The move is significant because it allows streamers to better monetize existing content by controlling the discovery environment and user journey.

• Two recent NASA-funded studies have revealed how ancient events in the Sun's history influenced the development of Earth's unique climate. • The research suggests that these solar events may have been the primary drivers behind previously unexplained climatic shifts on our planet. • This discovery is significant because it highlights the profound, long-term impact the Sun's evolution has on planetary habitability and atmospheric stability.

• Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have returned to Indian equities after months of heavy selling, though their approach remains selective rather than a broad bet on national growth. • India's weight in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index has dropped to approximately 14%, down from a late-2024 peak of 21% due to capital rotating toward AI-driven markets like Taiwan and South Korea. • This shift indicates that investors are hunting for specific value where valuations and earnings visibility have improved, rather than initiating a wide-scale re-rating of the Indian economy.

Gunmen ‌attacked worshippers in Dekara village on Friday taking women, children and older peopleAn armed group has posted a video showing what ⁠residents said were about ⁠600 women, children and ​older people abducted in an attack on a mosque in Nigeria’s north-central Niger State last week.The video, posted on Facebook and WhatsApp, ⁠showed large groups of people seated in a forested area surrounded by armed men. Several children could be heard crying in the background. Continue reading...

Exclusive: New entrants the only cohort making more loan applications amid interest rate rises and tax changes, mortgage broker saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFirst home buyers are still taking out a large number of loans, with government backing, even as investors step back from Australia’s property market.New entrants are now the only cohort applying for more loans than they were in June, according to new data from Loan Market, the mortgage broking company. Continue reading...

• Indian equities have significantly underperformed global markets in 2026, recording a 9.1% decline in US dollar terms according to Bank of America data. • This downturn stands in sharp contrast to strong growth observed in the US, Japan, and broader emerging markets during the same period. • The trend highlights a shift in investor sentiment, with capital flows indicating that investors are increasingly favoring other international markets over India.

Experts say fires caused by wrongly discarded lithium batteries, such as those in vapes, are putting lives at riskFires at recycling centres caused by wrongly discarded lithium batteries such as those found in vapes are occurring at the rate of more than 10 a week, according to new figures.Experts say the sheer volume of battery fires now occurring at waste facilities has reached a crisis that is putting lives at risk, costing £1bn a year and frustrating fire chiefs. Continue reading...

• Moderna and Merck have reported positive results from a large Phase 3 clinical trial of a personalized mRNA-based cancer vaccine designed to treat melanoma. • Unlike traditional treatments, this therapy trains a patient's own immune system to recognize and destroy the specific cancer cells threatening them. • This breakthrough represents a major step forward in precision oncology, moving away from broad attacks on cancer cells toward highly targeted immunotherapy.

• MICE Show Asia 2026 is scheduled to take place from 21 to 23 October 2026 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore. • The event will gather a diverse group of industry stakeholders, including destinations, venues, MICE suppliers, meeting planners, and corporate travel professionals. • This exhibition serves as a critical hub for building strategic partnerships and exploring new business opportunities specifically within the Asia Pacific region.

• Merck and Moderna announced Wednesday that a personalized mRNA-based cancer vaccine successfully extended the lifespan of melanoma patients in a large, late-stage trial. • The companies intend to present the trial data at an upcoming international medical meeting to begin discussions with regulators regarding official filing submissions for approval. • This development is significant as it demonstrates the potential of personalized mRNA technology to treat aggressive cancers more effectively than traditional methods.

Film emerges as France says it has prevented 185 ‘small boat crossing events’ in three months since new £660m deal with UKFootage has captured the moment French police officers clashed with people on a beach in northern France as the authorities attempted to intercept a dinghy attempting to reach the UK.Men wearing lifejackets appear to throw objects at the police to try to keep them away from their dinghy. The officers then use Pava spray before slashing the inflatable boat with a knife. Continue reading...