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- 1Spain hits 1,000 days without a new budget▼'A theft from citizens': Spain hits 1,000 days without a new budget
Spain has now gone 1,000 days without an approved national budget, with critics calling the prolonged absence of fresh spending plans 'a theft from citizens'. The deadlock stems from political fragmentation in parliament, leaving public finances running on old spending rules and delaying investment priorities. Opposition parties and civil society groups are voicing frustration over the impasse.
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Japanese actor Sakaguchi Kentaro, 35, announced his marriage to an older woman, and reports say police were called to his home roughly ten days later. Japanese media suggest the incident stemmed from an escalating argument between the couple, with speculation that his wife placed the call. The story is drawing wide attention given how soon it came after the happy announcement.
- 3STEM education on the rise in America's afterschool programs▼Education: STEM education is on the rise in America’s afterschool programs
Afterschool programs across the United States are expanding their STEM offerings, with more students taking part in science, technology, engineering and math activities outside regular school hours. The report highlights growing interest among educators and families in hands-on learning that prepares children for future careers. Supporters say afterschool settings help make STEM accessible to students who may lack such opportunities during the school day.
- 4Morning Or Night: When To Take Blood Pressure Medication●Morning Or Night? What The Research Actually Says About When To Take Blood Pressure Medication
A new article reviews what scientific research actually says about the best time of day to take blood pressure medication, addressing a common question among patients. The debate stems from mixed findings in studies on whether morning or evening dosing better controls hypertension and reduces cardiovascular risk, leaving many patients unsure about their routine.
- 5Scientists explore growing replacement teeth to regrow lost ones▼Lost a tooth? Science may one day grow it back
Research into tooth regeneration is drawing attention, with reports suggesting science may one day allow people to regrow lost teeth instead of relying on implants or dentures. The work builds on studies of stem cells and the biological mechanisms that form teeth during development, raising hopes for future clinical treatments.
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The Supreme Court has cancelled the bail of a Shiv Sena municipal corporator, ordering the leader to surrender within three days. The court observed that the medical profession must be protected, saying a clear message should go out that doctors and the healthcare sector cannot be threatened or harmed. The ruling stems from a case involving alleged offences against medical practitioners, and it has drawn attention in Indian political and legal circles.
- 7Jury selection enters day five in Faith Hedgepeth murder trial▼Faith Hedgepeth murder trial: Where jury selection stands on Day 5 of attorneys trying to seat 12 jurors, 4 alternates
Attorneys in the Faith Hedgepeth murder trial are spending a fifth day working to seat 12 jurors and 4 alternates. Jury selection has proved lengthy as lawyers screen candidates for the high-profile case, which stems from the 2012 killing of the University of North Carolina student.
- 8Physics Professor and Former Dean Retires From Alabama A&M After 24 Years▼Physics Professor, Former Dean and STEM Day Founder Retires After More Than 24 Years of Service to AAMU
A longtime physics professor at Alabama A&M University is retiring after more than 24 years of service. During her tenure she served as a dean and founded the university's STEM Day, an initiative promoting science education. The university announced the retirement, highlighting her contributions to teaching, academic leadership and efforts to broaden student participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields.
- 9Paignton Discovery Centre to open for STEM weekend in October 2026▼Discovery Centre Paignton Open Friday 2nd October 2026 Saturday 3rd October 2026 10am to 15:00 https:// zleap.net/steam
The Discovery Centre in Paignton, Devon, has announced opening times for a STEM-focused weekend, welcoming visitors on Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd October 2026 from 10am to 3pm. The sessions highlight science, engineering, Lego Technics, robotics and motors, and are promoted as a weekend learning activity for families and clubs in the area.
- 10Jury selection enters day three in uncle's trial over niece's 2017 killing▼DAY 3: Jury selection continues for trial of uncle charged in 2017 murder of 5-year-old niece
Jury selection is continuing for a third day in the trial of a man charged with the 2017 murder of his 5-year-old niece. The case, being covered by WECT, stems from the death of the young girl more than seven years ago. Reporters and local residents are watching closely as attorneys work to seat a jury, given the case's long history and the young victim involved.
- 11Bitget hacked via zero-day flaw in third-party security products▼Bitget hacked via zero-day in third-party security products
Crypto exchange Bitget has been hacked through a zero-day vulnerability in third-party security products, according to a report by BleepingComputer. The breach reportedly did not stem from Bitget's own systems but from external security software the exchange relied on. Details on stolen funds, the vendor involved, and the number of affected users have not yet been confirmed.
- 12Netanyahu Invites flydubai Pilot To Israel Independence Day●"Hero To World": Netanyahu Invites flydubai Pilot For Israel Independence Day
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has invited a flydubai pilot to Israel's Independence Day celebrations, describing the pilot as a 'hero to the world'. The invitation stems from an incident in which the pilot was praised for his handling of an emergency landing in Dubai after an aircraft was reportedly targeted. The gesture is being read as a rare public acknowledgment linking Israel and the UAE following recent regional tensions.
- 13Jury selection enters fifth day in Faith Hedgepeth murder trial●After 5 days, jury selection continues in Faith Hedgepeth murder trial
Jury selection is continuing after five days in the murder trial of Faith Hedgepeth, a University of North Carolina student killed in 2012. The length of the process reflects the difficulty of seating an impartial jury in a case that drew widespread attention in North Carolina. The trial stems from the arrest of Miguel Silverio, charged in 2021 after years of investigation into her death.
- 14Jury selected in trial over 2017 killing of 5-year-old girl●DAY 3: Jury selected for trial of uncle charged in 2017 murder of 5-year-old niece
After three days of proceedings, a jury has been selected for the trial of a man charged with murdering his 5-year-old niece in 2017. The case stems from the child's death, which shocked the local community at the time. Court will now move forward to opening arguments and testimony, with the defendant facing murder charges in connection with the young girl's killing.