Heatwaves are destroying the sex lives of bees – new research

A bee seeking pollen. Bildagentur Zoonar GmbH/ShutterstockThere is not yet much research on the effects of heatwaves on bees. What little there is focuses on super extremes of weather that would kill an adult bee. However, my new research with colleagues shows that UK populations of solitary bees may be much more sensitive than previously thought to the kinds of extreme weather we are now seeing regularly. To find out what happens to bees during hot weather, my team recreated the three-day UK...

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Why humans care so much about body odour, and what it really tells us

Microgen/ShutterstockHumans spend a great deal of time trying to smell good. We wash, deodorise and perfume our bodies daily, suggesting body odour must matter. Yet scientifically, the picture is far less straightforward. In the animal world, smell is a powerful communication tool. Many species use scent to signal readiness to mate, mark territory or warn of danger. Female moths, for example, release chemical cues that attract males over long distances in predictable ways. Humans also produce...

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How long could Peter Murrell spend in prison?

How long could Peter Murrell spend in prison?2 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleDavid HendersonScotland news correspondentAlan SimpsonMurrell was remanded in custody following the short court appearance A hefty custodial sentence is almost certain for Peter Murrell after the former SNP chief executive admitted embezzling more than £400,000 from the party.Under the Scottish legal system there are no formal sentencing guidelines for embezzlement like there are in England.That means you...

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Michael Jordan pays tribute to Pep Guardiola at Man City manager’s farewell

The NBA great was among several high-profile names who saluted Guardiola's tenure after 10 years in charge at the club.

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Can you own a voice? Taylor Swift’s latest legal move raises big questions for AI and copyright

Taylor Swift has filed a trademark application covering her voice and stage image. It includes a photo of her performing in her distinctive bejewelled Eras Tour bodysuit and two voice recordings: “Hey, it’s Taylor” and “Hey, it’s Taylor Swift.” It’s the latest example of the singer using her status and power to challenge industry norms and assert the rights of artists. In 2014, Swift removed her entire catalogue from Spotify in protest at the low level of artist remuneration generated by the...

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Train crashes into school minibus in Belgium

World Train crashes into school minibus in Belgium, with unconfirmed reports of fatalities May 26, 2026 / 5:33 AM EDT / CBS/AFP Add CBS News on Google Brussels — A train crashed into a school minibus in Belgium on Tuesday, leaving at least several "victims" in an unconfirmed condition, the country's interior minister said. The Reuters news agency quoted a local source as saying several people were killed in the collision, but there was no immediate confirmation from authorities"With great dismay...

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How Santa Marta Showed The World A New Way Forward

InnovationSustainabilityHow Santa Marta Showed The World A New Way ForwardByMaría Mendiluce,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Maria is an energy economist, focussing on the role of business.Follow AuthorMay 26, 2026, 05:33am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Colombia's Environment Minister Irene Velez and Netherlands' Climate Minister Stientje van Veldhoven on s...

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Sri Lanka Took Steps to Boost Dollar Liquidity, Governor Says

Sri Lanka’s central bank took steps to boost dollar liquidity in the interbank market as part of a series of measures to curb excessive depreciation in the rupee, Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe said.

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At Quad Meet, A $20 Billion Deal To Break China's Grip on Critical Minerals

The Quad Critical Minerals Initiative, announced at the conclusion of a Foreign Ministers' meeting in New Delhi, establishes a structured cooperation framework.

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Former DUP leader Donaldson arrives at court for sexual offences trial

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Is this Britain's loneliest home? Run-down 1960s semi that's NEVER been lived in is one of 265,000 forgotten properties blighting the nation

Is this Britain's loneliest home? Run-down 1960s semi that's NEVER been lived in is one of 265,000 forgotten properties blighting the nationGet your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new Morning Mail newsletter for FREE Do YOU live next to an abandoned home? E-mail: shannon.mcguigan@dailymail.co.uk See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy SHANNON MCGUIGAN, NEWS REPORTER Published: 10:30, 26 May 2026 | Updated: 10:32, 26 May 2026 e-mail View comments

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My morning at ‘Costa del Ham’, the first official Thames bathing spot in London

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Trump’s big move hits Indians: Over 7 lakh green card seekers face uncertainty

Green card hopefuls in the US have been handed over a fresh challenge by the Donald Trump administration: most immigrants seeking green cards have to leave the United States and complete the application process from overseas. This is creating anxiety for hundreds of thousands of applicants whose permanent residency cases are already awaiting approval.

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'Don 3' row: Ashoke Pandit breaks silence over non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has issued a non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh over his exit from 'Don 3', citing a Rs 45 crore pre-production loss for producer Farhan Akhtar. FWICE clarifies it's not a ban, but a call for members not to work with the actor until the dispute is resolved. Read on to know more in detail.

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Palestine weekly wrap: Ben-Gvir’s abuse of flotilla detainees causes outcry

Israel's president condemns settler violence as international outrage mounts over treatment of Gaza aid activists.

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North Korea launches ballistic missile, other projectiles into the sea

North Korea launched projectiles, possibly a short-range ballistic missile, into the Yellow Sea, marking its eighth weapons test this year. This move escalates regional tensions and highlights Pyongyang's focus on modernizing its short-range missile program to evade defense systems. South Korea, the US, and Japan are on high alert, sharing intelligence.

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Bengal Poll Officer Evading Arrest In Murder Case Caught For Drink Driving

Prashant Barman, a BDO in Jalpaiguri's Rajganj, was wanted for his alleged involvement in a businessman's murder in 2025.

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Rubio tours India’s famed Taj Mahal amid strained trade relations

Secretary of State Marco Rubio toured India’s famed Taj Mahal during a four-day visit at a critical time for U.S.-India relations. After bilateral talks with India’s external affairs minister, Rubio expressed optimism about future trade ties between the two countries, which were strained by President Trump’s tariff policies.

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Waterloo train delays: 'Smoke on tracks' disrupts South Western Railway services at major London railway station

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