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Gemma HandyBusiness reporter, St Johns, Antigua Getty ImagesHomes in Barbuda were flattened by 2017’s Hurricane IrmaFor some Barbudans, thunderstorms still trigger flashbacks of the night in September 2017 when they lost everything they owned to Hurricane Irma’s devastating winds.Eight years on, while memories may be close to hand, home insurance for many on Barbuda and other islands in the Caribbean’s hurricane belt is more prohibitively expensive than ever.Across the region premiums have gone through the roof in the past two years, surging by as much as 40% on some islands, according to industry figures.Experts blame a perfect storm of increasing…

Police patrol near Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen, Denmark, September 30, 2025, following recent drone disturbances over Denmark and ahead of meetings of EU heads of state and goverment in Copenhagen on October 1 and October 2. Liselotte Sabroe | Afp | Getty ImagesDefense giants welcomed Europe’s push to establish a drone wall on the region’s eastern flank, saying the flagship policy will help to counter a rapidly increasing security challenge.Dozens of political leaders convened in Copenhagen, Denmark on Wednesday to thrash out how to bolster the European Union’s defenses — and, perhaps most importantly, how to finance and operate these…

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Limited at Hsinchu Science Park.Annabelle Chih | Getty Images News | Getty ImagesTaiwan will not accept Washington’s proposal to locally manufacture half the chips it currently supplies to the U.S., the island’s top trade negotiator said.Speaking to reporters, Cheng Li-chiun, also the country’s vice premier, said on Wednesday that the proposal for a “50-50” split in semiconductor production was not even discussed, as she returned from trade talks in the U.S., according to Taiwan’s Central News Agency.Cheng said the talks were focused on lowering tariff rates, securing exemptions from tariff stacking — additional duties — and…

The Conservatives have pledged to scrap Britain’s landmark climate change law that limits pollution, and replace it with a plan for “cheap and reliable” energy.Party leader Kemi Badenoch said scrapping the Climate Change Act – brought in by Labour in 2008 and later strengthened by Tory PM Theresa May – would benefit cheap energy, economic growth and Britain’s declining industrial sector. “Climate change is real. But Labour’s laws tied us in red tape, loaded us with costs, and did nothing to cut global emissions,” said Ms Badenoch.”Under my leadership, we will scrap those failed targets. Our priority now is growth,…

A U.S. aid agency had committed hundreds of millions of dollars to the project, which could help provide clean water. Now its board wants to pull out of the agreement. Source link

Nearly two years into the conflict, social media is increasingly capturing the day-to-day toll in Gaza, as U.S. public opinion on the war shifts. Source link

Headquarters of Samsung in Mountain View, California, on October 28, 2018. Smith Collection/gado | Archive Photos | Getty ImagesShares of South Korean chip heavyweights Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix surged Thursday, a day after the two companies partnered with artificial-intelligence major OpenAI as part of the U.S. firm’s Stargate initiative.Shares of Samsung hit their their highest since January 2021, rising over 4%, while SK Hynix stock surged more than 9% to hit its highest since 2000.OpenAI said in a statement that this partnership will “focus on increasing the supply of advanced memory chips essential for next-generation AI and expanding data…

TOKYO, JAPAN – JULY 27: Pedestrians and shoppers walk through the Akihabara area on July 27, 2023 in Tokyo, Japan. Japan’s core consumer price index climbed by 3.3% in June, outpacing the US figure for the first time in eight years as the Bank of Japan holds its monetary policy meeting on July 27 and 28. (Photo by Tomohiro Ohsumi/Getty Images)Tomohiro Ohsumi | Getty Images News | Getty ImagesAsia-Pacific markets were set to open mostly higher Thursday, tracking gains on Wall Street as traders bet that the U.S. government shutdown would be short-lived.The shutdown is expected to last at least three…

The verdict against Julius Malema came a month after a separate court convicted him of hate speech. This year, President Trump played a video montage at the White House of Mr. Malema leading chants of “Kill the Boer,” a protest song. Source link

“My whole head was inside of her mouth,” Mauricio Hoyos, a marine scientist from Mexico, said from a hospital in Costa Rica. Source link

When your skin is dehydrated, it is lacking water and moisture. This dehydration—which can happen to any skin type—can cause itchiness, tightness, and dry patches. Dehydrated skin is different from dry skin. While dehydrated skin is a temporary loss of moisture, dry skin is a skin type that lacks oil. Skin needs to be hydrated to look and feel healthy. Skin hydration often begins with what you eat and drink. Water, in particular, is important for skin health and hydration. How much you need to drink each day to hydrate your skin and improve its appearance will depend on your…

When you’re shopping at the grocery store, you’ve probably noticed that fish products are usually stamped with a “wild-caught” or “farm-raised” label. But which kind of fish is actually the healthier choice? Though it likely won’t make a substantial impact on your health, experts say there are some nutritional, economic, and environmental differences between wild-caught and farm-raised fish that can help you decide which one to purchase. Here’s what you need to know. A few decades ago, almost all the fish Americans ate came from the wild. Today, it’s closer to a 50/50 split, Dave Love, PhD, MSPH, aquaculture and…

The vessels are part of a flotilla carrying activists, including Greta Thunberg, who are trying to deliver humanitarian goods and protest Israel’s war. Source link

Magnesium is a mineral and electrolyte that plays an important role in many body processes. This includes blood pressure control, bone health, and muscle contraction. You can get magnesium through many foods or as a dietary supplement. Magnesium may be particularly useful for women looking to maintain good health. Premenstrual symptoms affect 80-90% of women around the world. About 50% of women have been diagnosed with premenstrual syndrome (PMS). PMS is at least one physical, emotional, or behavioral symptom that happens one to two weeks before menstruation (your period) and gets better within a few days of menstruation. These symptoms…

Some people expect to see quick improvements in their strength, endurance, and brain health when they start to take creatine. While this is possible, specially if you started with a loading phase, the most-promising results come from consistent use and an appropriate training regimen. If you are considering taking creatine, here is what you need to know about how long it takes to work, whether you’re taking it during a loading phase, or a maintenance phase. Creatine is a popular and highly-researched supplement that people use to build muscle and maintain energy during intense workouts, according to Amanda Grimm, PT,…

Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians have fled Israel’s assault on Gaza City, but many are believed to remain, having nowhere to go or no means to leave. Source link

The Mexican painter is a master at directing viewers’ gaze. Now, he is using that power to turn gender roles and machismo upside-down. Source link

Print plates and collagraphs by Ha Bik Chuen have drawn increasing interest from collectors and will be shown at Frieze Masters. Source link

Your gut microbiome is made up of microorganisms (microbes), like bacteria, viruses, and fungi, that live in your digestive tract. Your microbiome can affect bodily functions like digestion, metabolism, and immune system regulation. However, the microbes in your gut aren’t always good. If your microbiome is unbalanced between beneficial and harmful microbes, probiotics can help introduce healthy microbes back into your body. Probiotics are live microorganisms that you can consume through food or supplements. Some research has shown that probiotics can have an antioxidant-like effect that helps reduce inflammation in your body and can increase the bacterial diversity of your…

Jane Goodall, known for her ground-breaking studies involving chimpanzees, has died aged 91.A post on her Facebook page said: “The Jane Goodall Institute has learned this morning, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, that Dr. Jane Goodall DBE, UN Messenger of Peace and Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute has passed away due to natural causes. She was in California as part of her speaking tour in the United States. “Dr. Goodall’s discoveries as an ethologist revolutionized science, and she was a tireless advocate for the protection and restoration of our natural world.” Image: Jane Goodall with husband Hugo van lawick in…

A recall is underway for eggs from an Arkansas producer due to Salmonella contamination, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Monday. Black Sheep Egg Company initiated the recall after FDA testing found Salmonella in its egg processing facility. Check your fridge for these eggs, and throw them away immediately if you’ve purchased them. The recalled eggs can be identified by the following: Brand: Black Sheep Egg CompanyProduct name: Free Range Large Grade A Brown EggsPackaging: 12- and 18-count cartonsBest-by dates: 8/22/2025 through 10/31/2025UPCs: 860010568507 and 860010568538 The FDA provided images of the recalled eggs’ packaging, which you can view…

Matt McGrathEnvironment correspondentGetty ImagesPope Leo XIV speaking at the Raising Hope climate conference near RomeIn his first major statement on climate change, Pope Leo XIV has hit out at those who minimise the “increasingly evident” impact of rising temperatures.Re-iterating the words of his predecessor Pope Francis, the new Pontiff lambasted critics who “ridicule those who speak of global warming.”The Pope’s remarks, at a speech in Castel Gondolfo near Rome, will be seen as an implied criticism of US President Donald Trump, who last month called climate change a “con”.Pope Leo also called for greater action from citizens the world over…

Even the most dedicated gym-goers sometimes take an extended break from working out, whether due to vacation, illness, or just life getting in the way. What happens to your body after depends on factors like fitness level, diet, and the length of your break, but most people experience some common short- and long-term changes. 1. Mood Changes A worsened mood is probably the first thing you’ll notice within a few days since your last workout. You might feel more crabby, stressed, and fatigued. “There’s an absolute mental, emotional, psychological benefit to exercising—an acute release in neurotransmitters that make us feel…

Magnesium is a mineral that plays essential roles in nerve function, stress response, blood sugar and blood pressure regulation, bone health, and many other important processes. Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are known for their impressive magnesium content, offering 156 milligrams per ounce, which covers 37% of the Daily Value (DV). While pumpkin seeds can help you meet your magnesium needs, there are several other foods that contain more magnesium per serving.  Here are 5 foods with more magnesium than pumpkin seeds.  Viktoriya Skorikova / Getty Images Magnesium content: 157milligrams per cooked cup, or 37% of the DV Health…