BBC Science | Sun, 03 May 2026 08:14:19 GMT
Nature haven waits, Developers strike with force— Scotland's calls for peace.
Activists claim developers are damaging the area while NatureScot considers whether or not to designate it a protected site.
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Nature haven ‘trashed’ after four-year wait for protection decision
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Spotify adds ‘Verified’ badges to distinguish human artists from AI
BBC Technology | Fri, 01 May 2026 11:29:35 GMT
Spotify's new badge, Distinguishing the real sounds— Artists verified.
The music streaming platform will review criteria such as artists' live dates and social media presence.
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Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages, under new plans
BBC Business | Sat, 02 May 2026 21:35:09 GMT
Airlines plan ahead, Cancelling flights 'fore summer, Fuel shortages loom large.
Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies.
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First malaria drug for babies is approved in ‘major public health milestone’
The Guardian World | Sat, 02 May 2026 06:00:18 GMT
New hope for infants, WHO approves Coartem, Malaria's new shield.
WHO prequalification of Coartem Baby means newborns can be safely treated rather than using medication for older childrenThe first malaria treatment for babies has been approved by the World Health Organization, opening the door to widespread use around the globe.In parts of Africa, up to…
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Germany says US troop withdrawal ‘foreseeable’ as Nato seeks clarification
BBC World | Sat, 02 May 2026 23:13:55 GMT
Troops set to depart, Germany seeks clarity, Trump's call stirs concern.
In the US, two senior Republicans voice concern over President Trump's decision to pull out 5,000 troops.
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Abortion Providers Forced to Adapt After Court Ruling Blocks Pill Access by Mail
NYT Home | Sat, 02 May 2026 21:17:38 +0000
Fifth Circuit rules tight, Patients must seek care in person, Mifepristone blocked.
The Fifth Circuit court’s ruling, which is being appealed, reinstates a requirement that patients visit a health care provider in person to obtain mifepristone, upending abortion access in the United States.
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Thousands of trees creating habitat ‘powerhouses’
BBC Science | Sat, 02 May 2026 07:26:33 GMT
Hedgerows rise in green, Friends of Lake District plant near— Life blooms, wildlife thrives.
Friends of the Lake District say the hedgerows will create new habitats and boost biodiversity.
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Bright idea? UK firm pioneers data centres using lampposts
BBC Technology | Fri, 01 May 2026 21:23:33 GMT
UK firm lights the way, Solar iLamps power up, Security questioned.
The solar-powered iLamps will have a built-in Nvidia chip but there are questions over their security and scalability.
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Spirit Airlines shutting down after rescue talks collapse
BBC Business | Sat, 02 May 2026 16:45:12 GMT
Talks for aid have failed, Spirit Airlines ceases flights, Bailout dreams grounded.
The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.
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Zambia cancels world’s largest human rights and tech summit days before start
The Guardian World | Sat, 02 May 2026 11:00:24 GMT
Zambia halts summit, RightsCon's voices silenced— Values misaligned.
Government blocks RightsCon 2026 conference saying it did not ‘align with national values’The world’s largest conference on human rights and technology has been cancelled just days before it was due to start after the Zambian government told organisers it did not align with “national values”.Zambia’s…