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Same-sex sexual behaviour in non-human primates may play an important role in reinforcing social bonds and maintaining group cohesion during periods of environmental or social stress, researchers suggest. Writing in Nature Ecology & Evolution, scientists from Imperial College London analysed reports across 59 primate species, including chimpanzees, Barbary macaques and mountain gorillas, finding the behaviour to be widespread. The study indicates such interactions are more common in species living in harsher environments with scarce resources, higher predation risk and complex social hierarchies. The researchers found the behaviour was also associated with longer lifespans, pronounced size differences between sexes and intense…
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is leading the charge to expand Europe’s trade horizons, backing both the contentious Mercosur agreement and a potential free trade deal with India. His comments come as the EU navigates rising protectionism worldwide and internal political tensions, particularly in France. Merz Highlights India as Key Trade Partner Speaking during a trip to India on Monday, Merz said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa could sign a free trade agreement with New Delhi by the end of January. He emphasized that diversifying trade beyond the US and China is essential,…
West Ham United edged past Queens Park Rangers in extra time to reach the FA Cup fourth round, with Taty Castellanos scoring the decisive goal and offering respite to head coach Nuno Espírito Santo after a long winless run. The 2-1 victory, West Ham’s first since early November, did little to disguise broader concerns, as Championship opposition pushed them deep into the contest at the London Stadium. Castellanos impressed throughout, raising hope that West Ham may finally have solved a long-running striker problem, while Crysencio Summerville also stood out, scoring once and supplying the assist for the winner. The FA…
Elon Musk said critics of X used the controversy to justify censorship. He responded to outrage over Grok, an artificial intelligence chatbot linked to the platform. Users used the tool to create sexualised images without consent. Campaigners said the technology enabled serious harm. Musk rejected the criticism and framed it as an attack on free expression. Watchdog launches urgent review Media regulator Ofcom said it opened an urgent assessment of X. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed full government backing. She said officials expected swift answers. Ofcom said it contacted X earlier this week. The regulator set a firm deadline for…
Tensions are rising in Iran as nationwide protests continue, a sweeping internet blackout enters its third day, and warnings of possible US military intervention spark fears of wider conflict. At the heart of the crisis, Tehran has issued stark threats against both the United States and Israel, while demonstrators demand change from the country’s theocracy. Tehran Issues Harsh Warnings Amid US and Israeli Discussions Iranian officials have warned that any US strike would trigger direct retaliation. On Sunday, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf declared that US military sites and Israel — which Iran considers occupied Palestinian territory — would…
A recent analysis suggests that combining the weight-loss drug Zepbound with another therapy may help reduce joint pain in obese patients with psoriatic arthritis. Experts say the findings could offer new hope for managing this painful condition. Psoriatic arthritis causes swelling, stiffness, and discomfort in the joints. Obesity often worsens symptoms and makes treatment more challenging. Researchers analyzed how Zepbound, a medication designed to aid weight loss, affects arthritis symptoms when paired with another therapy. The study found that patients who used the combination experienced significant reductions in joint pain. Weight loss itself may relieve pressure on joints and improve…
Chelsea gave Liam Rosenior a winning start with a 5-1 victory over Charlton Athletic in the FA Cup. A rotated Chelsea side dominated possession and progressed comfortably to the fourth round, but supporter anger towards the club’s owners again overshadowed events on the pitch. Goals from Jorrel Hato, Tosin Adarabioyo and Marc Guiu put Chelsea in control, though a set-piece lapse allowed Miles Leaburn to briefly give Charlton hope. Further strikes from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández, after a penalty won by teenage winger Estevão Willian, sealed a convincing win. Despite the positive result, chants against ownership group Clearlake Capital…
Governments are facing increasing pressure to act against the outsized carbon footprint of the world’s wealthiest. Campaigners are calling for bans on high-emission luxury items and taxes on fossil fuel profits, arguing these steps are essential to meet global climate targets and reduce inequality. Oxfam’s latest research reveals a stark imbalance: the richest one per cent of people had already used up their entire annual carbon budget just ten days into 2026, surpassing the emissions limit needed to keep global warming below 1.5°C — a milestone dubbed “Pollutocrat Day.” The wealthiest 0.01 per cent exceeded their carbon allowance in just…
Bukayo Saka has agreed a new five-year contract with Arsenal that will significantly increase his wages and secure his future until 2031. The deal will reportedly lift Saka’s earnings to around £300,000 a week, placing him among the club’s top earners and reflecting his importance to the team. Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta prioritised the renewal after tying down several key players last year. Saka, a Hale End academy graduate, has been in strong form as Arsenal opened a six-point lead at the top of the Premier League. Manager Mikel Arteta has repeatedly stressed Saka’s value and desire for him…
The United States has seized another tanker in its ongoing effort to enforce sanctions on Venezuela, marking the fifth vessel intercepted in recent weeks as US forces expand their presence in the Caribbean. Targeting the ‘Ghost’ Fleet US Homeland Security Secretary Noem described the tanker, Olina, as part of a “ghost fleet” — ships allegedly disguising their identity to transport embargoed oil. The vessel reportedly departed Venezuela in an attempt to evade US forces before being captured. “The ghost fleets will not outrun justice,” Noem said, emphasizing that vessels using false identities would be held accountable. The Coast Guard led…