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Alien invaders: from voracious snails to Zika-virus mosquitoes, why biologists are worried

Scientists at Queen’s University Belfast say the risks posed by non-native species – to biodiversity, the economy and people’s health – warrant coordinated action across the world

The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025

‘They called it the Lundy model, and it took off’: how an academic’s landmark paper transformed children’s rights

Queen’s University Belfast is influencing thinking and policies around the world to help give young people a sense of agency

The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025

Thousands Flee Colombian Border Region, Seeking Refuge in Venezuela as Guerrilla Violence Escalates

Both the ELN and FARC-EMC have long fought for control over this drug-rich area, but recent violence marks a significant escalation.

Latin Times · Jan 24, 2025

Meet the Cast of 'The Night Agent' Season 2

The Netflix thriller series is back and Peter Sutherland is on yet another case.

Marie Claire · Jan 23, 2025

Michael Bloomberg pledges over $20m to plug gap in UN’s climate budget after Trump pulled out

This is the second time Bloomberg has stepped in to help uphold funding and reporting commitments under the Paris agreement

The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2025

Panic spreads in eastern Congo's largest city as rebels battling the army close in around Goma

Panic is spreading in Goma in eastern Congo as the M23 rebels are steadily encircling the city as the insurgent group battles Congo’s army

The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2025

How the ‘forever tote’ became the It bag du jour

The original cotton totes have a ‘disarmingly short’ life cycle – so demand is high for a more environmentally friendly version

The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2025

Sundance 2025: the 10 films not to miss at this year’s festival

From a Jennifer Lopez musical to an Ayo Edebiri horror to a provocative prison documentary, this year’s Utah-based festival has plenty to be excited about

The Guardian - US · Jan 23, 2025

Davos 2025: Some notable quotes from the World Economic Forum meeting

Leading business and political figures attending the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland, have discussed and debated topics such as technology, tariffs, climate change, Ukraine, Gaza and the global economy this week

The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2025

How the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal will unfold —and why it its so precarious

Israeli troops have pulled back to the edges of Gaza, the first hostages have been released and many Palestinians have returned to what remains of their homes in the first few days of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal

The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2025