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Gotta Fetch 'Em All! Your Pet Will Love Pokémon's Latest Merch Line

Well, your cat will probably tolerate it - Pokémon merch has extended to basically every facet of our lives by this point, but one section that's remained r...

Inflation expectations at record high in alarm for interest rates

A survey found that, on average, households believe inflation will rise by 3.9 per cent over five years, posing risks for interest rates.

Celebrated British artist David Hockney dies aged 88

The painter's style was one of the most recognisable in the modern era.

Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix: George Russell fastest in first practice from Oscar Piastri

Mercedes driver George Russell sets the pace from McLaren's Oscar Piastri in first practice at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

Magic mushrooms and Alzheimer’s: what one remarkable case can tell us

A woman with advanced dementia appeared to regain speech and independence after psilocybin. The findings are intriguing, but far from proof.

Digested week: Starmer is trying to carve out his legacy - but it’s not his to write

Plus, Brexit at 10, dinner as protest, 100 best novels and not watching the World Cup (yet)

UK’s defence plan is underfunded and outdated, says Al Carns after resignation

Former armed forces minister, who quit hours after John Healey, heavily hints he would run for Labour leadership

Jake Hall's exes Misse Beqiri and Chloe Lewis join TOWIE co

Jake Hall's devastated The Only Way Is Essex co-stars and friends have gathered to say goodbye to the reality star following his sad death at the age of 35

Still Can't Believe the Dragon's Dogma 2 DLC Is Real? Here's 38 Dark Arisen Screenshots

Snow joke - This past week has been like Christmas for fans of Dragon's Dogma 2. Not only were minds blown by the reveal of Dark Arisen, a massive expansion...

Stranger Than Heaven will explore Tupac's "potential future" if "he was still alive now", according to RGG studio head

Stranger Than Heaven's Tupac Shakur cameo will "try to envision who Tupac might be now", RGG Studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama has said.

Xbox Thanks Fans For Patience Following Multi-Hour Server Outage

Update: Everything should be up and running again - Just in case you're waking up to the Xbox Network servers being down, you're not alone! Lots of reports ...

My secret weapon for hi-fi sound on the go is back from the grave - and I couldn’t be happier

The mobile DragonFly DAC is back

Assassin's Creed creator Patrice Désilets' new and witchy 1666: Amsterdam demo raises more questions than answers

1666: Amsterdam has been around in some form for over 13 years. It's had a turbulent history. And that turbulence shows no sign of diminishing.

"Pay the gravity tax": In crushing strategy game Asema, your factories will become a vortex if they grow too vast

New space factory game Asema replaces the genre's conveyor belts with huge railguns, firing resources across a simulated solar system. It's out later in 2026.

Xbox Announces New System Update To Address Forza Horizon 6 Save Issues

"Targeting a rollout starting June 12" - Back at the start of June, we reported on a problem that was plaguing some Forza Horizon 6 players in which their sa...

Balaena buys Cammell Laird owner in UK shipyard shake-up

Balaena, the maritime group that owns Gibdock in Gibraltar and a shipyard in Padstow, has acquired APCL Group, bringing Cammell Laird, A&P Tyne and A&P Falmouth under one brand.

Genesis Reveals Magma GT3 Concept in Le Mans

Korean brand takes wrap off GT3 concept car, falls short of confirming race program...

Groundworks firm Mackoy bought in pre-pack deal

Former chairman and MD set up new firm after administration

Autistic children injected with unapproved stem cell treatments supported by RFK Jr

Desperate US parents pay up to $20,000 a session for a procedure scientists say could be bogus

‘Autistic kids are being experimented on’: inside America’s booming market for unproven stem cell infusions

Feeling abandoned and overwhelmed, families are turning to controversial new therapies backed by the US health secretary

UK signals it may block payout to British Steel owner

Chinese firm Jingye is seeking compensation after the government decided to nationalise the company.

World Day Against Child Labour: Oluremi Tinubu raises ‘Red Card,’ urges investment in children’s welfare

The First Lady urged sustained investment in children’s well-being and opportunities that empower families and communities to care for them.

‘I went to Russia for an adventure, but ended up being thrown in prison’

Hiking across Siberia following Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, Charlie Walker quickly attracted the attention of the secret police

Live updates: Interim US-Iran agreement appears to take shape

A deal would extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a source says, but Iran has yet to confirm despite President Donald Trump saying it may be signed soon. Follow here for live updates.

At Least 40 Students Suspended from Study at Universities

Reports from the Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), Soore University, and Sajjad University of Mashhad indicate that at l ...

EBID President earns African leadership honour

Accra, June 12, GNA – Dr George Agyekum Donkor, President of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), will receive a continental leadership award for advancing regional economic transformation.  The honour, the…

Brit couple whose 'baby tested positive for cocaine after being left in Spanish hotel' are BANNED from seeing their kids

A BRIT couple whose baby allegedly tested positive for cocaine after they left their children "to go partying" in Costa del Sol have been banned...

Fifteen years of advancing decent work for domestic workers in India

Reflecting the ILO’s engagement in India since the adoption of the Domestic Workers Convention.

Global Events Calendar: Key Political and Economic Highlights

This content outlines upcoming global events, highlighting significant political and economic events. It includes international visits, summits, anniversaries, and council meetings scheduled from June to July. Important occasions like the G7 summit, ASEAN-Russia commemorative summit, and world awareness days are covered.

Risk Strait of Hormuz or Wait? Shipping Companies Face a Costly Dilemma.

With more than 500 ships still stranded in the Persian Gulf, pressure on the shipowners and sailors is growing by the day.

The TR Daily Briefs: Friday, June 12, 2026

Tallahassee Reports Friday, June 12, 2026 Weather: Today, a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm with a high near 95. Tonight, partly...

These tiny holes could change how the world cleans water

A new nature-inspired membrane uses perfectly uniform one-nanometer pores to filter molecules with remarkable precision. The technology could transform industries such as pharmaceuticals and textiles by reducing energy consumption, improving water reuse, and delivering separation performance far beyond current filters.

Gut Phages' Molecular Anchors: Therapeutic Breakthrough

The study identified phage surface proteins acting as molecular anchors. These proteins confer phages ith the ability to attach to human cells. Using

Your Brain’s ‘Dark Matter’ Could Rewrite What We Know About Your Consciousness, Behavior, and Decision-Making

Novel research is challenging long-held beliefs about how the mind works.

The critical robot arm on the ISS isn't working properly, but NASA has a plan to fix it

A part of Canadarm2 robotic arm on the ISS broke in May, requiring repairs by spacewalking astronauts no earlier than June 30. A spare is already on the station.

AI model accelerates molecular simulations by 10,000-fold

Researchers from Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg have developed an AI model capable of running molecular simulations more than 10,000 times faster than conventional methods — a development with significant implications for early-stage drug development and chemical screening

Hubble Sees Swarm Of Galaxies

Explore HubbleHubble HomeOverviewAbout HubbleThe History of HubbleHubble TimelineWhy Have a Telescope in Space?Hubble by the NumbersAt the

Proximal Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation Is Safe and Effective for Long-term OSA Treatment

Proximal hypoglossal nerve stimulation provides safe, sustained 3-year improvements in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) symptoms and quality of life, comparable to distal therapy.

Can fasting fight gum disease? Scientists find surprising link

A low-calorie fasting-style diet significantly reduced inflammation linked to gum disease in a small clinical study. The findings suggest that what people eat may influence gum health almost as much as what they do with a toothbrush.

Optimism associated with decreased dementia risk

The study by Säde Stenlund and colleagues provides evidence that optimism acts as a protective factor against dementia.

Weekly measles and rubella situation report (week 23 of 2026)

Measles and rubella surveillance data and analyses are updated daily and reported weekly. The reported figures may be influenced by the number of specimens from suspected cases that are received by the laboratory at the time of testing. Measles surveillance National measles surveillance has detected an increase in measles cases nationwide. Data available (accessed 10 […]

Ebola shows us the importance of resilience as much as response

Repeated outbreaks in the DRC expose the world’s failure to build resilient health systems, underscoring the urgent need for coordinated, sustainable global health reform.

Experimental HIV Vaccine Achieves a Long-Sought Goal

In a first for the field, all monkeys given a new series of vaccines generated antibodies capable of fighting multiple strains of HIV.

The Real Reason Women Struggle More With Anxiety & Depression

A new National Academies paper reveals why women are more likely to experience anxiety & depression—and it's not just biology. How to advocate for yourself.

Cholesterol Drug May Curb Ovarian Cancer Spread

The following is a summary of a story written by Shantell Kirkendoll on Duke University School of Medicine.Women with advanced ovarian cancer

Cambodia is the first country to hit global HIV targets in Asia Pacific

Cambodia has become the first country in Asia and the Pacific to achieve the global 95-95-95 HIV targets, said a joint press release on Friday.

Skin Cancer Diagnosis AI Falls Short of Experts

AI improved skin cancer diagnosis accuracy beyond junior clinicians but could not match experts. Learn more about the study's implications.

Bulls at full strength as 17 Springboks named in squad for URC final

Bulls boss Johan Ackermann has named an extended 32-man squad for next Friday's URC final against Leinster in Dublin.

Knicks in Five? Please Don’t Tempt the Jinx Gods.

Some Knicks fans have predicted series sweeps. Others, conditioned by decades of failure, pay more heed to jinxes and superstitious rituals.

Liverpool tipped to land Alex Scott and Eli Junior Kroupi under Andoni Iraola

Liverpool have appointed Andoni Iraola as the new manager of the club, and they could look to raid Bournemouth in the summer.

Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez vs. Antonio Vargas: How to watch tonight, full fight card, streaming info and more

Here's how to watch Jesse Rodriguez vs. Antonio Vargas this weekend.

Kisumu Allstars, Darajani Gogo and MCF’s NSL relegation battle set for dramatic final chapter

The coastal side have enjoyed an impressive NSL campaign, remaining unbeaten at home throughout the season and positioning themselves among the league's top performers.

World Cup 2026: You are Scotland boss Steve Clarke

Put yourself in the shoes of Steve Clarke and pick the side, tactics and decide what your pre-match team talk would be for their World Cup opener.

South Sudanese youth demand inclusion in shaping a more peaceful future

CENTRAL EQUATORIA – Calls for unity, reconciliation, and the systematic inclusion of young people in governance architecture dominated the third annual convention of the Central Equatoria State

Jurgen Klopp unimpressed by 'tactically poor' World Cup opener as ex-Liverpool boss highlights Mexico's defensive weakness

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has heavily criticised the tactical quality of Mexico's 2-0 victory over South Africa in the World Cup opener.

Muigai Wa Njoroge’s Message after 2nd Wife Removes His Name from Her TikTok Raises Eyebrows

Rumours swirl around Muigai wa Njoroge's marriage as his second wife removes his name from TikTok. Discover the truth behind his birthday message and alleged affair.

EXPLAINER: Counterfeiting and the law in Kenya

The strongest form of protection for a business brand is trademark registration through the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI)

I'm Addicted to TikTok's in-App 'Mini Games'

TikTok recently added mini games to its US app. I got hooked and learned a lot about advertising.

ERC Plus Grants, investigating rare diseases, UKRI Policy Fellowships

A roundup of this week’s Funding Insight articles

Crisis in education, what crisis? Ruto defends reforms in sector

Ruto cited record teacher recruitment, rising education funding and classroom construction as key indicators.

Ruto Unveils Multi-Billion Projects to Transform Marsabit

Roads, dry port, electricity, housing, water and a Level 6 hospital headline major investments to unlock northern Kenya's economic potential