Kylian Mbappe loses two China sponsorship deals after Mao joke
French footballer Kylian Mbappe lost partnerships with Dongpeng and Mengniu in China on Tuesday following comments about former leader Mao Zedong.
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Harry Kane wins Ballon d’Or becoming first English winner since Michael Owen
England captain Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or at a London ceremony after scoring 73 goals for club and country last season.
Pope Leo confirms South American tour after lung cancer surgery
The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo will proceed with his scheduled trip to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru from November 6 to 17 following successful lung cancer surgery.
Researchers activate silent bacterial genes to find cancer drug leads
Scientists at the Helmholtz Center for Infection Research and HIPS in Saarbrücken have discovered a new family of compounds from soil bacteria that bind to human proteins involved in cancer development.
Experts warn women about rising perimenopause misinformation online
Consultants and science correspondents discuss the spread of incorrect advice regarding perimenopause treatments and symptoms in recent podcast episodes.
Rare sea aster mining bee spotted at Somerset marshes
Naturalists have discovered a rare sea aster mining bee at Steart Marshes in Somerset after habitat restoration work.
Mycologist identifies eighteen new waxcap species on Calf of Man
A visiting mycologist and two others surveyed fungi on the Calf of Man during a calm spell in autumn.
Man with spinal muscular atrophy discusses desire for genetic cure
A man born in 1981 with spinal muscular atrophy describes his childhood struggles and current thoughts on genetic treatments.
Maryland schoolchildren eat invasive blue catfish to help Chesapeake Bay
Maryland officials are asking schoolkids to catch and eat invasive blue catfish in the Chesapeake Bay to control their population.
Russian civilian vessels used to spy on undersea cables between Europe and US
An investigation reveals Russian fishing trawlers are conducting espionage operations against critical subsea communications links connecting the United States, Europe, and the UK.