A review by nine international experts warns reproductive health in space requires urgent study as longer missions and potential lunar or Martian settlements approach; researchers say effects of radiation and low gravity on embryos and fertility are not well understood.
Human Rights Watch says the world is in a 'democratic recession' with about 72% of people living under autocratic rule, and it reports that actions by the Trump administration, Russia and China are straining the rules-based international order.
Davina McCall appears in a Macmillan video with other celebrities calling for fairer cancer care, and she has spoken about her breast cancer diagnosis and completion of preventative radiotherapy.
Arsenal reached the Carabao Cup final after Kai Havertz's stoppage-time goal sealed a 4-2 aggregate win over Chelsea, and manager Mikel Arteta described the result as "the best vitamins" for the team.
The Albanese government will sell about $3bn in historic defence properties following a multi‑year audit, agreeing to dispose of more than 60 sites including Victoria Barracks, with proceeds to be reinvested into defence capability.
Analysis of NHS data shows almost 424,000 cancer diagnoses a year in the UK, equivalent to about one person every 75 seconds, and the government has published a National Cancer Plan proposing investment and targets to speed diagnosis and treatment.
The government published a 10-year national cancer plan that aims to raise five-year survival to 75% for patients diagnosed from 2035 and to meet all cancer waiting-time targets by 2029.
The NHS will work with businesses and charities to help almost a million cancer patients and survivors stay in or return to work. A plan setting out this support is due to be unveiled on Wednesday.
A planning application proposes converting the former Glen Road (Norfolk Parade) GP surgery in West Belfast into a Relatives For Justice community advice centre and offices, with neighbour consultation open until February 12 and no work reported to have started.
Cupcake Day for the Ontario SPCA returns on February 23, with cupcake parties, bake sales and treat-themed gatherings held in January and February to raise funds for the Cornwall and Region Animal Centre. The Ontario SPCA is a registered charity that is 100 percent donor funded.
