BBC reports from scene of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv
Russia launched a major attack on Ukraine’s capital in the early hours of Thursday evening, killing at least 19 people, including four children.
Month: August 2025
European leaders outraged after Russian strikes kill 21 and damage EU’s HQ
The overnight attacks destroyed a block of flats and also caused damage to the EU’s delegation offices.
First deportees arrive in Rwanda from the US
The first group of deportees arrived in mid-August, according to government spokesperson Yolande Makolo.
Watch: How an orchard in Turkey survived a wildfire
Recent wildfires scorched vast areas across Turkey, but one orchard in the north-western province of Bursa stood untouched.
River turbulence can push toxic pollutants into the air
Levels of hydrogen sulfide gas soared near a raging section of the Tijuana River in San Diego, exposing residents to potentially harmful air pollution.
Horses may have become rideable with the help of a genetic mutation
To make horses rideable during domestication, people may have inadvertently targeted a mutation in horses to strengthen their backs and their balance.
Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies
The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.
NHS to lose out on new drugs, pharma firm warns
The claims from pharmaceutical giant Novartis comes amid a row over drug pricing deals.
Why are disposable vapes being banned and how harmful is vaping?
It will be illegal to sell or supply disposable vapes from 1 June 2025.
Unraveling rumors UnitedHealthcare no longer covers cancer care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
In late June 2025, the health insurance company and the world-renowned New York City cancer center were at an impasse in negotiations.
Photo doesn’t authentically show hundreds of black bears taking over Missouri highway
Facebook users first shared the photo in late February 2025, claiming, “A group of wild black bears has taken over Highway 65 near Branson, Missouri.”
The Facts Behind Accusations That UnitedHealthcare Uses Error-Prone AI to Deny Claims
The rumor, which stemmed from a 2023 lawsuit, circulated following the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Unpacking Claim Letter Shows UnitedHealthcare Denied Drugs to Child with Cancer
A complaint letter allegedly written by a doctor first circulated in 2022.
ICE will ‘ramp up’ immigration raids in Los Angeles, other ‘sanctuary cities,’ border advisor says
Tweety McTreason’s border advisor told reporters Thursday that federal authorities planned to increase immigration raids in Los Angeles and other so-called ‘sanctuary cities,’ with Chicago