Bill Jordan obituary: Social work author dies at 85
Bill Jordan, a prolific author and academic who shaped social work training, wrote over 30 books and co-founded the Basic Income Earth Network, has died aged 85.
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France, Germany Abandon Joint Fighter Jet Project
France and Germany have abandoned the €100bn Future Combat Air System (FCAS) project due to disagreements between Dassault and Airbus, dealing a blow to Europe's common defence efforts.
Snail Farming Saves Guitarfish in Ghana
Marine biologist Issah Seidu pioneers snail farming to replace fishing of critically endangered guitarfish in Ghana, offering sustainable livelihoods.
African Migrants in South Africa Live in 'Extreme Fear'
African migrants in South Africa report living in fear as anti-immigrant protests escalate, with calls for deportation and a government pledge to crack down on illegal immigration.
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Cubans Endure Endless Blackouts Amid US Blockade and Sanctions
Cubans face daily blackouts, fuel shortages, and hyperinflation as the US oil blockade and sanctions cripple the island's economy, with no end in sight.
My Memory Is Full of Ghosts Review: Homs Documentary
Anas Zawahri's documentary My Memory Is Full of Ghosts captures the haunting ruins of Homs, Syria, with survivor testimonies and a focus on resilience.
Nigerians Embrace Dogs as Pets in Cultural Shift
Nigerians are increasingly adopting dogs as pets, challenging the traditional view of dogs as guard animals or meat. Animal welfare advocates and veterinarians lead a movement promoting compassion and responsible ownership.
Social Media Misinformation Thrives in UK 'News Deserts'
A report reveals that local social media groups fuel misinformation in areas lacking reliable news, with 4.4 million people living in 'news deserts' and fake news spiking during elections.
8.0 Quake in Philippines Triggers Tsunami Watch for Australia
A magnitude 8.0 earthquake struck off the coast of the Philippines on Monday, prompting tsunami warnings for several countries including Australia. No major damage reported yet.
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Magnitude 7.8 Quake Hits Philippines, Tsunami Alert
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit the southern Philippines on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings. At least one death reported, houses collapsed, and power outages. Residents urged to evacuate to higher ground.
Trump Policies Create Chaos for Filipino Workers in US
US relies on migrant workers in nursing and caregiving, but Trump's shifting policies create fear and uncertainty among Filipino and other immigrant workers, affecting their green card applications and working conditions.
Ruth Artmonsky Dies at 94: Psychometric Testing Pioneer
Ruth Artmonsky, co-founder of global consultancy SHL and later an art gallery owner and author of 36 books, has died aged 94.
Home Office Report Author Targeted in Failed Honey Traps
Dr David Wilson, author of a Home Office report on Chinese organised crime, reveals multiple attempts to compromise him, including a former British police officer and fake LinkedIn profiles.
Tax-Break Forests: Wealthy Investors' New Haven
Wealthy investors are exploiting UK tax breaks by converting natural habitats into commercial forests, sparking environmental concerns and local opposition.
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Pope Leo XIV to Lead Massive Mass in Madrid on Sunday
Pope Leo XIV will celebrate an open-air mass in Madrid on Sunday, expected to draw over one million worshippers, with King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia attending.
First Woman to Chair Grayling Society Protects 'Lady of the Stream'
Dr Marnie Lovejoy becomes the first female chair of the Grayling Society, aiming to protect the grayling, promote women in fly-fishing, and safeguard England's chalk streams from pollution.
Paris 1970 Photo Exhibition Shows City's Transformation
A massive archive of 91,655 photos taken in May 1970 captures Paris undergoing urban development. An exhibition at the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris runs until October 2026.
Park Ranger Dies in Crevasse Fall on Alaska's Denali
Robin Pendery, a seasonal mountaineering ranger, died after falling into a crevasse on Denali, North America's tallest mountain, despite immediate rescue efforts.
Israeli Troops Kill 7-Month-Old Palestinian Baby in West Bank
A seven-month-old Palestinian baby was shot dead by Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank after troops opened fire on the family's car, despite it stopping as ordered. The father demands accountability.
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Slavery Reparations Debate: From Unthinkable to Unavoidable
The architect of the African Union's reparations framework explains why demands for historical justice are inseparable from the struggle for Black sovereignty, as the debate shifts from unthinkable to unavoidable.
AI-Faked Speech Exposes Global Leadership Crisis
An AI-generated speech attributed to Namibia's president went viral, revealing a deep longing for ethical leadership amid a global vacuum of moral authority.
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Could Rival 2014 Epidemic
US CDC modelling warns Ebola in DR Congo could reach up to 20,000 cases, similar to the 2014 West Africa outbreak. Experts caution predictions are uncertain.
Turkmenistan's 'Heavenly' Horses: State Cult Focus
The ancient Akhal-Teke horse breed is central to Turkmenistan's state cult, with lavish pageants and personality cults around the ruling Berdymukhamedov dynasty.
Botched Deportation: Seven Flights, Swallowed Batteries, Huge Cost
A man with a British wife and son, and a single non-custodial sentence, was deported after a costly Home Office campaign involving seven flights, swallowed batteries, and hundreds of thousands in taxpayer money.
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Albania Outraged Over Kushner-Trump $1.6bn Resort Plan
Thousands protested in Tirana against a $1.6bn luxury resort backed by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, citing environmental damage and lack of transparency.
UK Supreme Court Ruling Strips Disability Safeguards
Campaigners warn that a UK Supreme Court ruling removes vital safeguards for severely disabled people, increasing abuse risk in care homes and hospitals.
Locita Brandy Honoured for Black Equality Fight in Manchester
Locita Brandy, 91, receives a medal of honour from the University of Manchester for her lifetime of campaigning for Black equality, education, and community in Moss Side.
Blood Gold: Gangs Control Venezuela's Mines
Venezuela's vast mineral reserves attract investors, but gang control over mines poses a major obstacle. 'Blood gold' flows as syndicates rule with fear and violence.
UN Nuclear Watchdog Warns Iran Nuclear Sites Pose Risk
The IAEA says lack of access to Iran's nuclear facilities is a proliferation concern, calling on Tehran to cooperate after bombings.
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School abductions spread in Nigeria: 39 pupils taken
Gunmen kidnapped 39 pupils and 7 teachers from schools in Oyo state, Nigeria, in a Chibok-style attack. Families despair as insecurity spreads to previously safe areas.
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