Toddler speech delays surge 'astronomically' due to screens
UK councils report an 'astronomical' rise in under-fives with speech and development delays, linked to increased screentime. Learn the findings and what it means for early years support.
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Kate joins business leaders for early years summit
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
US evangelicals push into Africa after Trump aid cuts
American religious groups are expanding influence across Africa as Trump's aid cuts create vacuum. Investigation reveals conferences shaping anti-LGBTQ+ laws and reproductive rights restrictions.
South Africa overcome red card to defeat Italy 32-14
South Africa's rugby team secured a 32-14 victory over Italy in Turin, overcoming a second red card in consecutive weeks. Read the full match report and analysis.
Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
Serbians protest Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
Pakistan vs South Africa: Live Cricket World Cup Updates
Follow our live coverage as Pakistan face South Africa in a crucial Cricket World Cup clash at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. Get real-time score updates, streaming information, and match analysis.
Siya Kolisi's 100th Cap: Springboks Captain Makes History
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi makes history as he earns his 100th test cap against France in Marseille, cementing his legendary status in rugby folklore.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Pakistan vs South Africa LIVE: World Cup Thriller Unfolds
Follow live coverage as Pakistan face South Africa in a crucial Cricket World Cup clash at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. Get real-time updates, expert analysis and match highlights.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
Trump's Global Gag Rule devastates African healthcare
Exclusive investigation reveals how US aid cuts under Trump's expanded Mexico City Policy have devastated reproductive health services across Africa, forcing clinic closures and endangering vulnerable women.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
Cape Verde's WAFCON fairytale as South Africa face crisis
The Women's Africa Cup of Nations delivers stunning upsets as Cape Verde celebrate unprecedented success and South Africa confront coaching turmoil after shock elimination.
Victoria's 10-day home approval plan cuts objection rights
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
Aristocrat's £25m Townhouse Plan Sparks Local Fury
Lady of the Manor faces local fury as she pushes forward with controversial plans to build luxury townhouses on historic family land, despite overwhelming community opposition.
Somalia famine: Climate crisis pushes millions to brink
Exclusive report reveals how consecutive failed rainy seasons and soaring global food prices have created a perfect storm of famine in Somalia, with millions facing severe hunger and aid agencies struggling to respond.
UK construction costs surge 40%, threatening projects
New data reveals UK construction costs have surged by up to 40%, forcing developers to delay or redesign major projects as budgets spiral out of control.
Kenya plans new city near Nairobi to ease congestion
Kenya embarks on an ambitious urban development project to construct a new city near Nairobi, designed to alleviate congestion and drive economic growth across East Africa.
US Aid Cuts Trigger HIV Crisis in Lesotho
The tiny African kingdom of Lesotho faces a devastating HIV epidemic resurgence after Trump administration funding cuts eliminated essential prevention programmes, leaving thousands vulnerable.
45 dead in South Africa bus crash, child sole survivor
Tragedy strikes as a bus carrying Easter pilgrims plunges 50 metres down a ravine near Mamatlakala, leaving 45 dead and sole eight-year-old survivor fighting for life.
South Africa declares disaster amid catastrophic flooding
Johannesburg and Pretoria face devastating floods as South Africa declares state of emergency with multiple fatalities reported and infrastructure severely damaged.
Africa demands £1.3 trillion climate debt payment
African nations are calling for wealthy countries to honour their climate finance commitments as new research reveals the staggering £1.3 trillion needed for decarbonisation across the continent.
Sierra Leone: Africa's Undiscovered Beach Paradise
Discover Sierra Leone's breathtaking coastline, pristine rainforests and vibrant culture in this comprehensive travel guide to West Africa's emerging tourism destination.
Kenya Aid Scandal: Funds Fuel Environmental Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how international development funds are creating toxic wastelands in Nairobi, raising urgent questions about Western aid accountability.
IGDA: Building the next generation of game developers
Discover how the International Game Developers Association is breaking down barriers and creating pathways to success for aspiring game creators worldwide through mentorship, education and global networking.
Tory Aid Cuts Slash Support for World's Poorest Nations
Exclusive investigation reveals how Conservative government aid reductions are devastating vulnerable communities across Africa while ministers face accusations of misleading Parliament.
Cash transfers transform lives of rural Kenyan women
Discover how unconditional cash transfers are revolutionising the lives of women in rural Kenya, offering financial independence and transforming communities against all odds.
March against homes in Thomas Hardy countryside
Hundreds of protesters marched through Dorset countryside opposing 2,000-home development they claim would destroy landscape immortalised by Thomas Hardy
British tourist missing near crocodile lake in South Africa
A British tourist has mysteriously disappeared during a hike near a crocodile-infested lake in South Africa's renowned Kruger National Park, sparking an urgent search operation and growing fears for his safety.
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