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Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain

A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.

Storm Melissa Threatens US East Coast Landfalls

Tropical Storm Melissa intensifies off US East Coast with multiple computer models predicting potential landfalls from Florida to New England. Emergency services on high alert as storm track remains uncertain.

Hurricane Hunters Brave Caribbean Storm Melissa

Daring NOAA hurricane hunters embark on critical data-gathering mission through Tropical Storm Melissa, providing life-saving intelligence as Caribbean cyclone activity intensifies.

Top AI Scientist Defects from US to China

In an exclusive revelation, one of artificial intelligence's brightest minds explains their shocking departure from American tech giants to join China's burgeoning AI sector, citing unprecedented opportunities and ethical imperatives.

Science in Crisis: CSIRO Funding Collapse Demands Action

Australia's premier scientific organisation, CSIRO, confronts an existential threat as chronic underfunding triggers brain drain and research cuts. Scientific leaders issue urgent plea to Prime Minister Albanese to rescue national science capability.

UK academics flock to Canada amid Brexit concerns

Exclusive investigation reveals British academics are abandoning UK universities for Canadian institutions, citing Brexit bureaucracy and funding uncertainties as primary drivers for this worrying brain drain.

Hurricane Imelda: Bermuda braces for direct hit

Bermuda braces for catastrophic direct hit from Hurricane Imelda with 115mph winds, forcing complete lockdown of airports, schools and government buildings amid warnings of severe damage.

Academic Exodus: Professors Flee US South

A quiet crisis is gripping universities across the American South as a wave of professors, citing political interference and restrictive laws, choose to leave their posts for more tolerant states.

Hurricane Gabrielle Forms in Atlantic, UK Impact Possible

Meteorologists are closely tracking Hurricane Gabrielle's formation in the Atlantic, with significant concerns it could strengthen into a major storm. Latest forecasts reveal its potential path and the rising odds of it impacting UK weather patterns in th

iOS 17.6 Update Sparks iPhone Battery Drain Crisis

Apple's latest iOS 17.6 update is under fire as users across the UK report severe battery life degradation, overheating, and performance issues, sparking a wave of complaints and demands for a fix.

Top AI Scientist Song-Chun Zhu Leaves US for China

In a seismic shift for global AI dominance, pioneering computer scientist Song-Chun Zhu has left the US for China, sparking intense debate about talent, technology, and the new Cold War.

Category 4 Hurricane Kiko: Hawaii Monitors Path

Hurricane Kiko has rapidly intensified into a powerful Category 4 storm in the Pacific. While its precise trajectory remains uncertain, forecasters are closely monitoring its potential path towards the Hawaiian Islands. Residents are urged to stay informe

Met Office Unveils 2024-25 Storm Names List

The Met Office has revealed its official list of storm names for the upcoming season. Discover the new names, the science behind the naming process, and why your name might be featured.

Storm Dave: Met Office Unveils New UK Storm Names

The Met Office has officially revealed its list of names for the upcoming UK storm season, with 'Storm Dave' generating significant public discussion. Discover the full list and the science behind storm naming.

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