For decades, airports across Canada conducted firefighter training exercises that included the use of foams containing PFAS, often dubbed «forever chemicals.» The impact of that contamination has people living near the Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., airport fearing for future generations.

When Dina Van Dommelen-Samson and Nico Peltenburg met for the first time earlier this month, it felt like a family reunion instead of two strangers getting acquainted. Peltenburg was in Nova Scotia to visit, but he also hoped to meet the family of the man who hid his father during the German occupation of the Netherlands during the Second World War.

Bethan Littlewood, 29, raced back to Britain through the night after being told she was required to attend a meeting with managers at Nuffield Health.

After spending the entire winter longing for the summer's warmth, Britons usually end up complaining that it's too hot - particularly when they're trying to sleep. 

The former deputy prime minister, 46, was seen soaking up the sun on Bank Holiday Monday with her topless ex-MP boyfriend Sam Tarry, 43.

Emergency services scrambled to Rother Valley Park in Rotherham, Yorkshire, shortly before 7pm on Monday as temperatures soared beyond 30C.

Drug trafficking poses a growing threat to citizens' wellbeing, and to EU security and the economy. As one of the primary revenue streams for organised crime, it fuels violence, corruption and instability – with over half of the EU's most dangerous criminal networks deeply involved. The EU's affluent consumer base sustains demand, while its internal market, extensive transport networks and open borders make it an attractive destination for illicit drugs. Over the past decade, the scale and sophistication of drug trafficking operations have grown exponentially, with criminal networks exploiting global supply chains, digital platforms and socioeconomic weaknesses to expand their operations. The impact is considerable. Beyond generating massive criminal profits, drug trafficking harms public health, undermines communities and undermines the legal economy, e.g. through money-laundering or corruption. Moreover, the drugs trade incites violence and other criminal activity, causes environmental damage, erodes democratic institutions and strengthens corruption, threatening the rule of law. In response, the EU has adopted a multi-faceted strategy, combining law enforcement, judicial cooperation, prevention and global partnerships. The European Parliament has been instrumental in shaping legislation, securing funding and pushing for accountability. Recent policies – such as the EU drugs strategy and EU action plan against drug trafficking – reflect a proactive and adaptive approach, while EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies play a critical role in intelligence-sharing and cross-border operations. Drug markets are rapidly changing and are increasingly sophisticated, driven by globalisation, digitalisation, and increased violence. The EU is fighting back with a strategy and actions focused on law enforcement, international cooperation, and prevention. But the challenge is growing: globalised, digital, and more violent – and the EU is aware of the need to adopt a proactive and adaptive approach. Success in the fight against drug trafficking depends on sustained cooperation between EU institutions, law enforcement and other national authorities, civil society, businesses, and international partners to cut supply, reduce demand, and protect European citizens. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Primary forests are large, self-regulating ecosystems of exceptional ecological importance. In Europe, they are rare, fragmented, and pressured by infrastructure, and intensive forestry. Their strict protection is urgent for biodiversity conservation, climate mitigation, and other ecosystem services. Novel Primary Forests (NPFs) are large, self-regulating forests with minimal human intervention under development that offer a strategic way to restore ecological integrity and enhance climate and socio-economic benefits. This study evaluates the feasibility, ecological foundations, and socio-economic conditions for establishing NPFs in western Europe, where only small relics of original primary forests remain. Building on earlier studies, it focuses on areas supporting a contiguous core zone of more than 10 000 hectares unmanaged reserve, forming – together with a buffer zone of low-intensity managed forest – a protected area of more than 70 000 hectares, and embedded in a large socio-economic transition zone. Key criteria were selected and applied to promising regions and National Parks. The study combines literature review, policy analysis, and field assessments to create an evidence-based framework for strategic planning. Examples from Bayerischer Wald-Šumava, Canigou-Canigó, Gerês-Xurés and Hohes Venn-Eifel show feasibility across contexts. Finally, seven policy options are proposed, focusing on innovation, finance, and legal permanence for NPFs. Together, they translate the biodiversity-climate goals of the European Green Deal into an operational framework enabling NPFs to deliver long term benefits for nature conservation, climate mitigation, and adaptation across the EU. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Yury Ushakov said the construction of Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant will be carried out with the participation of Rosatom, using the most modern Russian technology

According to Sergey Bogdan, an important feature of the Su-57D is its similarity to the single-seat version

Yury Ushakov said that he would not express any concerns about the matter

Alexander Volfovich noted that the deployment of Russian tactical nuclear weapons and Oreshnik missile systems in Belarus had contributed to strengthening strategic deterrence measures within the Union State

Yury Ushakov specified that the negotiations will be held in two formats

NIA probe into the Red Fort blast reveals the prime accused, Dr. Umer Un Nabi, used a fake identity on IndiaMART to procure chemicals and set up a makeshift lab in Faridabad. He experimented with explosive materials, including a specialized anode, learning techniques from radical literature to produce dangerous substances.

The Quad nations have launched a new energy security framework for the Indo-Pacific, focusing on strategic fuel reserves and emergency response to counter supply disruptions. This initiative, announced after a meeting in New Delhi, also emphasizes maritime surveillance, critical minerals cooperation, and trusted infrastructure projects, aiming to bolster regional stability and economic resilience.

A comparative test of leading AI models on actual UPSC Prelims papers reveal how closely modern systems can mirror human-level preparation, handling history and polity well but struggling with precise current affairs and technical distinctions that often decide exam outcomes.

William spoke of the 'chaos' of school runs, explaining how eight-year-old Louis, in particular, has a habit of leaving fingerprints from his jam sandwiches in the car.

The Industrial Relations Court (IRC) has dramatically cut former Flames coach Patrick Mabedi’s unfair dismissal compensation demand from a staggering MK916 million to MK53.6 million in a ruling that deals a major blow to the ex-coach’s claim against the Football Association of Malawi (FAM). In the ruling delivered on May 25, 2026, Deputy Chairperson Whyson […] The post Industrial Court Slashes Mabedi’s MK916 Million Demand to MK53 Million appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

There appears to be no immediate end to the labor dispute between the Icelandic Airline Pilots Association (FÍA) and Icelandair, following another meeting held yesterday at the offices of the State Mediator.

A team of mostly male Thai police officers has gone viral after going undercover in sparkly dresses to arrest a suspected drug dealer Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia supports Africa’s fight against neocolonialism and backs reparations for colonial abuses, Sergey Lavrov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The Czech government has approved restrictions for Ukrainian migrants, targeting residency rights, welfare claims, and alleged abuse of aid Read Full Article at RT.com

CNN and the BBC should have come to Starobelsk to ask questions if they say they distrust Russia’s narrative, Rick Sanchez has said Read Full Article at RT.com

China says Quad should not erode regional mutual trust as New Delhi hosts Australia‑India‑Japan‑US group Read Full Article at RT.com

Muslims in Singapore should carry out their responsibilities with integrity, give with graciousness, and serve with sincerity, said Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim.In his Hari Raya Haji message on Tuesday (May 26), Associate Professor Faishal called on Muslims to strengthen the bonds that hold the community and society together.«May this Hari Raya Haji renew our sense of purpose and remind us to continue caring for one another as we move forward — together, with one heart,» he said, continuing a similar message in his Hari Raya Aidilfitri message on March 20, when he cited the Malay proverb «we rise and fall together».Assoc Prof Faishal, who is in Saudi Arabia's Mount Arafah — where over 1.5 million pilgrims from around the world have gathered for the haj — also provided an update on Singaporean pilgrims there, saying they are safe and in good spirits.

[Premium Times] «I am aware that, despite the best efforts of our security and intelligence agencies--including the recent elimination of a wanted ISIS leader--heartless terrorists and bandits still attack some communities.»

Mkango Resources’s move to list its rare earth mining business on the Nasdaq Stock Market in the United States has reignited debate over whether Malawi urgently needs a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) to protect and manage future mining revenues. Mkango recently filed registration documents with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as part of […] The post Before the Mines Run Dry: The Urgent Case for Malawi’s Sovereign Wealth Fund appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has signed a K40 million Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Super League of Malawi (SULOM) to sponsor the ‘Goal and Save of the Month Award’ in the 2026 FDH Bank Premiership. The partnership, unveiled at a signing ceremony on Monday in Blantyre, will see outstanding players recognised […] The post MAGLA injects K40 million into the FDH Bank Premiership monthly awards appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Sparc Systems Limited has committed MK20 million as a Platinum Sponsor for the upcoming ICT Expo 2026, reaffirming its support towards Malawi’s growing digital transformation agenda. The two-day expo, organised by the ICT Association of Malawi (ICTAM), is scheduled to take place from June 4 to 5, 2026. Speaking during the sponsorship announcement, Sparc Systems […] The post Sparc Systems Injects MK20 Million into ICT Expo 2026 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.