Scientists propose novel way of treating mosquitoes for malaria
Normally the insects are targeted with insecticide, but US researchers say anti-malaria drugs absorbed through their legs can stop them spreading disease. Read More
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Urgent mental health centres to open across England
The plans would allow people in acute mental distress to get treatment in hospital while also reducing A&E wait times. Read More
West Nile virus detected in UK mosquitoes for first time
A UK Health Security Agency spokesperson said the risk to the general public is “very low”. Read More
‘I don’t know what we’ll do’ – Vapers panic-buy ahead of disposables ban
Some disposable vape users say they are stockpiling, worried about what they will do after the ban. Read More
San Diego airport experienced glitches before fatal plane crash
All six on the plane are believed to be dead, including a former drummer for The Devil Wears Prada and a high-profile music agent. Read More
King’s big moment in Canada after Trump row
What’s likely to be the message when King Charles makes a speech in Canada? Read More
Can Donald Trump build the ‘Golden Dome’ over the US?
Experts believe that it will take decades and hundreds of billions of dollars to build the ‘Golden Dome’. Read More
Rebuked by Trump but praised at home: How Ramaphosa might gain from US showdown
The calm reaction of South Africa’s president to the Oval Office ambush might boost his standing at home. Read More
Hectic two weeks leaves Russia confident – and peace in Ukraine feeling no closer
On Ukraine peace talks, the Kremlin has played for time through deflections and side-steps, writes the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg. Read More
Tensions rise as superpowers scrap for a piece of the Arctic
As Arctic ice melts, global powers seize new opportunities to extract oil, speed up trade and boost their military presence. Read More