Doctors Without Borders has warned that halting its medical work in Gaza would be catastrophic, as hospitals struggle under shortages, damage, and overwhelming civilian need.
Residents of London’s One Hyde Park have won a High Court case over £35m in building defects, confirming long-standing concerns and paving the way for major remedial works.
U.S. stock futures fell after a metals sell-off unsettled markets ahead of key tech earnings and the U.S. jobs report, signaling investor caution this week. (investing.com)
Claims that the EU will “hold the pen” on British laws highlight how regulatory alignment continues to shape the UK–EU relationship despite political separation.
DIY SteamVR headsets like Relativty and Persephone allow hobbyists to build their own virtual reality headsets using 3D‑printed parts, IMUs, and open‑source drivers for affordable PCVR.
Imperva’s 2025 Bad Bot Report shows malicious, AI‑powered bots made up about 37 % of all internet traffic in 2024, as automated traffic overall surpassed human visits.
A tourist was killed by an elephant during a wildlife excursion while his wife escaped, marking the third reported fatality linked to the same animal and raising safety concerns.
Pokémon GO events this week (Feb 2–8, 2026) include Dynamax Wailmer Max Battles, Carnival of Flamigo, Whismur Spotlight Hour, Dialga & Palkia Raid Hour, and Oricorio Catch Mastery.
A lawsuit is challenging a Trump-era freeze affecting green card applicants from 75 countries, arguing the policy unlawfully replaces individual review with broad restriction.
President Zelensky has agreed to a U.S.-backed plan outlining measured responses to Russian ceasefire violations, reflecting a cautious effort to manage a fragile pause in fighting.
More than $2 billion in federal cheques remain uncashed in Canada, often due to address changes or oversight, with the government confirming the money can still be claimed.
A penthouse atop a newly built wavy tower on Manhattan’s Upper East Side has sold for $25 million, highlighting continued demand for distinctive luxury real estate.
Rome introduces a €2 fee for close access to the Trevi Fountain to manage crowds and fund preservation, while the piazza views remain free.
Two linked amphibian footprints from the Middle Jurassic were discovered in Beijing — the first such find in Asia — offering new insight into ancient ecosystems and amphibian evolution.
A BMO survey finds that about two‑thirds of Canadians believe saving for retirement is harder now than it was for their parents, with the greatest concern among millennials; most also think retirement will be even tougher for future generations.
Pennsylvania students will connect with NASA astronaut Chris Williams aboard the International Space Station on Feb. 5 to have their STEM questions answered in a live, prerecorded session.
Record snowfall across Japan’s northern and coastal regions has killed at least 30 people, injured others, and prompted military and government response to persistent heavy snow.
Homebuyers are increasingly paying below asking price, often 2% to 5% less on average, as higher rates and more listings bring calmer negotiations back to the market.
SpaceX has acquired xAI in a landmark deal valuing the combined company at about $1.25 trillion, uniting space technology and artificial intelligence ahead of a planned IPO.
A worker died and another was injured after a pipe rolled off a truck at an Alberta oilsands site. Authorities are investigating the incident, and the injured worker was taken to hospital.
Recent economic data — including higher manufacturing PMI readings in the U.S., UK, France and Canada — points to the sector’s expansion after extended contraction, suggesting that manufacturing may be regaining momentum and contributing to broader economic growth.
Federal courts have cleared the way for all five major U.S. offshore wind projects halted in December to resume construction, allowing turbines, cables, and crews to move forward and supporting the nation’s renewable energy ambitions.
In a remote part of Yellowstone’s northern range, a seasonal “animal boneyard” of elk, bison and others forms when weakened herbivores die after feeding on early spring grass; their carcasses in turn sustain wolves, grizzlies and scavengers as part of the ecosystem’s life‑and‑death rhythm.
New research suggests the Green River’s seemingly “uphill” course through Utah’s Uinta Mountains is explained by lithospheric dripping — deep Earth material sinking and then rebounding the crust — temporarily lowering the landscape and allowing the river to carve its path before the surface rose again.