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The trial of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children, has drawn attention to postpartum psychosis and the challenges of diagnosis and treatment. Coverage highlights both the medical community's push for recognition and concerns about gender bias in how mothers who kill are treated compared to fathers.
A low-budget Chinese animated film, Niu Lai, mocked for its crude animation, has become a surprise box office hit, earning millions after going viral on social media. The film's success has sparked debate over AI-generated content, audience tastes, and the role of cinemas.
The BBC is asking a US federal court to assist in serving subpoenas on Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and Donald Trump Jr. for testimony in the president's $10 billion defamation lawsuit over a documentary. Trump's lawyers have urged the court to reject the motion, calling it a politically charged discovery campaign. The case continues amidst procedural disputes and a motion to dismiss based on jurisdiction.
Arsenal have agreed a £51 million deal to sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa, with the England defender set for a medical on Thursday. The move addresses Arsenal's defensive injury concerns, while Villa continue a significant squad rebuild.
A shooting at Virginia State University left five people injured, with one man now charged and a student accused of aiding him. The university had initially reported multiple suspects, and an investigation is ongoing.
Jason Arday, 41, the youngest Black professor in Cambridge's history, was found dead in south London on August 14, a week after resigning amid plagiarism accusations. His family blamed a 'campaign of misinformation,' while his death has sparked debate over academic rigor and media scrutiny.
Ghent University has suspended Nathan Cofnas, the American academic who accused the late Cambridge professor Jason Arday of plagiarism, pending a preliminary disciplinary investigation into allegations of discrimination. The suspension comes amid a weeks-long controversy that preceded Arday's death, which has sparked vigils and criticism of media coverage.
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has found a track geometry irregularity existed before the derailment near Lewes, East Sussex, which left 30 people injured. The incident occurred during hot weather, and the investigation will examine the embankment, track condition and weather factors.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Saturday that Tehran received 'numerous messages' from neighboring countries seeking new regional security arrangements, though he did not name any nations. The remarks come as Washington prepares to announce what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called the 'toughest sanctions in history' against Iran.
The UK economy grew by just 0.4% in the second quarter as the Iran war pushed up energy prices, slowing growth. Official figures also revealed a larger-than-expected £1.8bn deficit in July, adding pressure on Chancellor John Healey ahead of his October budget.
Teenage Socceroo Lucas Herrington has completed a move to Premier League side Hull City, signing a five-year contract. The transfer fee remains undisclosed, though earlier reports suggested a figure between $35 million and $38 million, which would have set a record for an Australian player.
Lionel Messi has cast doubt on whether he'll continue playing football 'for much longer' in an emotional tribute to his late father, Jorge, who died at 68 after being hospitalised during the World Cup. The Inter Miami star's social media post has sparked worldwide reaction, with tributes from figures like Philipp Lahm and questions about the end of an era.
Ukraine is struggling to defend against Russian ballistic missile attacks due to a critical shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles, a problem exacerbated by global stockpile depletion and European refusals to supply more. The situation has prompted urgent appeals from Ukrainian officials and raised questions about alternative defense systems.
Malaysian police uncovered two alleged online scam syndicates operating in Forest City, detaining 335 people across 32 premises. The raids raise questions about oversight in the once-vacant mega-project, now rebranded as a special financial zone.
Actress Lucy Davis made her first public appearance since announcing her incurable stage four breast cancer diagnosis, speaking at a sci-fi convention and thanking fans for their support. She shared uplifting advice and memories from filming, while acknowledging the emotional response her announcement received.
Tigray's regional authorities have accused Ethiopia's federal government of carrying out deadly drone strikes, raising fears of a renewed conflict nearly four years after the 2022 peace deal. Fighting has broken out in western Tigray, and both sides trade blame while unresolved issues from the Pretoria agreement strain the fragile peace.
Courts in England and Wales have banned Meta's smartglasses, joining restaurants, theatres, and pubs in restricting the devices over concerns about surreptitious recording. The glasses, which resemble normal eyewear and contain tiny cameras, have been confiscated on entry to judicial buildings, with officials citing restrictions on taking images or videos in courts.
Israel's UN ambassador Danny Danon says new UNICEF-led survey showing low malnutrition rates in Gaza undermines accusations that Israel deliberately starved Palestinians. The survey found acute malnutrition rates between 0.2% and 0.8%, comparable to pre-war levels.
Thousands of protesters in Jharkhand are demanding a federal inquiry into alleged irregularities in government recruitment exams, with police using water cannons as tensions escalate. The movement follows the resignation of the Jharkhand Public Service Commission chairman and the postponement of the next exam stage.
Puerto Rico has begun rotating water shutoffs affecting over 180,000 properties as the island endures its driest July on record. Governor Jenniffer González cites weather conditions, while experts point to aging infrastructure and reservoir depletion.