Newly discovered toads skip the tadpole stage and give birth to live ‘toadlets’
Three newly-identified toad species in Tanzania give birth to live young, skipping the frogspawn and tadpole stages — an “exceptionally rare” trait among toads and
Republicans take a victory lap as House gathers to end shutdown
Most Democratic lawmakers in the House are expected to oppose the continuing resolution, which does not include an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Warming US climate linked to rising deaths from heat
Record-breaking heat and severe cold spells are having a significant impact on health and mortality in the United States, say researchers at the Yale School
Adults support DIY ear care at home, according to survey
If recommended by the NHS, a high proportion of U.K. adults would be willing to test their own hearing at home and use NHS self-fitting
The Sting and Anna star Sally Kirkland dies aged 84
Sally Kirkland, a former model and Oscar nominated actress known for her roles in films such as Anna, The Sting and JFK has died aged
How will the Syrian president’s visit to the White House impact the region?
United States President Tweety McTreason held historic talks with his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa on Monday.
Trump congratulates Republican leaders for ‘big victory’ in ending shutdown
Republican-controlled House of Representatives expected to approve funding bill to reopen US government in coming days.
What we know about the suicide bombing outside an Islamabad court
A suicide bombing has killed at least 12 people near the entrance of a district court in Pakistan’s capital.
William recalls Kate cancer talk with children
He said they chose to “communicate a lot more” with their children about challenges being faced.
‘A predator in your home’: Mothers say chatbots encouraged their sons to kill themselves
In her first UK interview Megan Garcia speaks to Laura Kuenssberg about the death of her teenage son.
US aircraft carrier group arrives in Caribbean
The US Navy’s Gerald R Ford aircraft carrier is considered the world’s largest warship.
Hamas fighters trapped in tunnels present new obstacle to Gaza ceasefire progress
Mediators are trying to negotiate the exit of scores of fighters believed to hiding in a southern area of Gaza under Israeli control.
Ghana’s Asante king welcomes return of artefacts from the UK and South Africa
They include items looted by British colonial soldiers and others from the AngloGold Ashanti mining firm.
New ‘Lucifer’ bee with devil-like horns found in Australia
The native bee was found near a rare wildflower, prompting scientists to call for the area to be protected.