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Get a dog, live longer?

New York Times: Research suggests pets keep you healthier. But there are some caveats.

'Titanic' statue of Trump and Epstein draws praise, scorn

It is the third Trump-Epstein installation on Washington’s National Mall.

‘Don’t worry about it’: Nasa satellite to burn up in fall to earth

New York Times: It's impossible to predict exactly where and when any fragments might hit.

Punch the monkey isn’t alone in bonding with his emotional support toy

These six orphans and misfits show how playthings help them heal.

Opinion: It’s Trump’s war. Americans are stuck with the various costs

New York Times: US has opened door for other nations to wage wars of choice and aggression

'You are not alone': Queen Camilla urges survivors to end culture of silence

She wore a 'Shame Must Change Sides' badge from survivor Gisèle Pelicot.

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie urged to step back amid new Epstein scrutiny

They are reportedly keen to "hold on to their royal status" despite the scandals.

British warship leaves for Mediterranean to protect Cyprus

UK has deployed drone specialists, helicopters to the island, and Typhoon jets to Qatar.

Democrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’

Senate report argues US policies weakening America’s advantage over China.

Sharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questions

It may be linked to China’s political gathering or the upcoming Trump visit or Iran war.

Kiwis among those procuring perverted new bespoke livestreamed child sex assaults

NZ is a key 'demand side' country for predators who want to 'direct' child abuse online.

Oil soars 30% as US-Israel war with Iran batters Asian markets

The war has halted Strait of Hormuz shipping, blocking a fifth of global crude.

War with Iran spreading economic damage

Europe and Asia hit hard, with rising shipping costs and energy prices.

56 Afghan civilians killed in conflict with Pakistan since last week: UN

Pakistan denies causing any civilian deaths in its latest airstrikes.

UN warns Hormuz standstill will hit world’s most vulnerable

Ship movements through the Strait have plunged from 129 a day to just three.

A wartime presidency defined by Trump’s unique political style

While the deadly war is underway, he attacks his domestic enemies and revels in memes.

Global energy body to discuss releasing strategic oil reserves

G7 ministers are debating if global strategic oil reserves should be released.