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- 1US Warns Nuclear-Armed Iran Could Dominate Strait of Hormuz▼If Iran Had Nuclear Weapons, No One Could Stop It From Controlling Hormuz: US
US officials say that if Iran acquired nuclear weapons, no country could prevent it from controlling the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint through which a large share of the world's oil passes. The warning underscores Washington's argument for preventing Iran from developing nuclear arms amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear programme.
- 2Waltz says Trump keeps 'all options on the table' on Iran▼Waltz: Trump to keep 'all options on the table' to prevent nuclear-armed Iran
US national security adviser Mike Waltz says President Trump will keep 'all options on the table' to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The statement underscores the administration's hard line on Tehran's nuclear programme, leaving open the possibility of both diplomatic and military measures as tensions over Iran's nuclear ambitions continue.
- 3Trump says US and EU united on stopping Iranian nuclear weapons●United States & EU are united in ensuring that Iran never acquires nuclear weapons: US President Trump
US President Donald Trump has stated that the United States and the European Union are united in ensuring that Iran never acquires nuclear weapons. The declaration highlights continued transatlantic alignment on Iran's nuclear programme, a long-standing source of tension in international diplomacy and sanctions policy.
- 4EU suicide rates fall nearly 15% over a decade●📉 Suicides in the EU have fallen by almost 15 percent in ten years
Suicides across the European Union have dropped by almost 15 percent over the past ten years, according to figures being shared by Warp News. The decline suggests that mental health awareness efforts, improved access to care, and prevention programmes may be having a measurable effect, though the exact causes of the fall are not detailed in the report.
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The European Commission has put forward a plan encouraging member states to offer citizens regular cardiovascular screenings starting at age 35, in response to heart disease remaining a leading cause of death in Europe. The proposal, discussed on French radio RMC's health programme, has sparked debate in France about prevention policies, access to free consultations, and how such exams would be organised in practice.
- 6National Women's Health and Fitness Day Observed Across the US▼National Women’s Health and Fitness Day
National Women's Health and Fitness Day is being marked in the United States, an annual event focused on encouraging women to prioritise physical activity, preventive care and overall wellbeing. Local outlets including WSAZ are noting the occasion, with health organisations typically using the day to promote exercise programmes, screenings and wellness resources for women of all ages.
- 7Organisations critical of Prevent duty say they are on watchlist●🛡️ # Cybersecurity news & tips across the # fediverse “We’ve been put on a watchlist 🚨'It is deeply concerning to see th
Groups and individuals critical of the UK's Prevent duty say they have been placed on a watchlist, sparking concerns about surveillance of legitimate dissent. Critics, including rights advocates, describe the monitoring as deeply concerning and argue the counter-terrorism programme is being used against people merely for criticising it, raising questions about oversight and freedom of expression.
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Alameda County held an event centred on the idea of 'food as medicine', highlighting how nutrition and access to healthy food can play a role in preventing and managing illness. Such events typically bring together public health officials, community organisations and residents to discuss food-based approaches to wellness, though further details of the programme have not been reported.
- 9Iran rules out talks with US on nuclear programme●Iran America War Update: ईरान ने कहा Nuclear Program पर अमेरिका से कोई बात नहीं होगी। Trump | N18G
Iran has declared it will hold no negotiations with the United States over its nuclear programme, a statement that lands as tensions between Tehran and Washington continue to fuel concerns of a wider conflict. The announcement comes with Donald Trump back at the centre of US policy toward Iran, and observers are watching whether diplomacy can still prevent escalation between the two countries.
- 10Calls grow for Medicare to cover preventive care▼Medicare should help doctors prevent disease, not just pay for it
Commentary in The Hill argues that Medicare should do more than pay for treatment after illness, urging the programme to support doctors in preventing disease in the first place. The piece suggests shifting resources toward preventive medicine, including nutrition and lifestyle interventions, to improve patient outcomes and reduce long-term costs for the federal health programme.
- 11State expands partnerships to prevent suicides▼State hopes to prevent suicides through new and expanded partnerships
A state government says it aims to reduce suicides through new and expanded partnerships, according to a local report. The announcement signals a push to work with outside organisations on suicide prevention, though details on which partners are involved, what programmes will be funded and when measures will take effect have not been made clear in available reporting.
- 12UK anti-terror programme reportedly monitored critics online●This doesn't come as a surprise. "Social media posts criticising government policy are being monitored and investigated
Social media posts criticising UK government policy are reportedly being monitored and investigated by officials. Negative posts on X and Reddit from ordinary Brits attacking the anti-terror programme Prevent were allegedly added to a database of critical commentary, renewing concerns about surveillance of lawful free expression and the scope of counter-extremism monitoring in the United Kingdom.
- 13Singapore Cuts Dengue Risk 71% Using Wolbachia Mosquitoes●Singapore Slashes Dengue Risk 71% with Wolbachia Mosquitoes as Florida Faces Surge
Singapore reports a 71% reduction in dengue risk through its programme releasing Wolbachia-carrying male mosquitoes, which reduce mosquito populations by preventing eggs from hatching. The results are drawing attention as Florida confronts a surge in mosquito-borne cases, prompting debate over whether similar biological control methods should be adopted elsewhere.
- 14Trump Says Iran Will 'Give Up Soon' on Nuclear Ambitions●Trump Says Iran Will “Give Up Soon” as US Pushes to Stop Tehran From Getting Nuclear Weapons | Videos
Donald Trump said Iran will 'give up soon' as the United States intensifies pressure to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The comments point to ongoing US efforts, including sanctions and diplomatic pressure, aimed at forcing Iran to abandon its nuclear programme. The remark adds to tension over the future of Iran's nuclear activities and Western attempts to curb them.
- 15American Heart Association launches Life is Why shopping campaign●Shop to support heart and stroke health through Life is Why® campaign
The American Heart Association is inviting shoppers to support heart and stroke health through its Life is Why campaign, which channels purchases into fundraising for cardiovascular research, education and prevention programmes. The organisation says the initiative gives consumers a simple way to contribute to the fight against heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death worldwide.