AI is severely impacting the UK job market, threatening white-collar roles like translation. Experts warn that over two-thirds of British workers' tasks are vulnerable to automation. Workers must retrain into "AI-proof" careers during a painful economic transition.

A study reveals that even moderate heat significantly raises the risk of koala death. Researchers found that in NSW, adult koalas were more likely to die or require care when seven-day average temperatures reached 27°C. The findings highlight climate change's severe threat to vulnerable wildlife.

A train struck a school minibus in Buggenhout, Belgium, killing four people, including two children. Five other students were injured in the crash at a railway crossing. Authorities have opened an investigation into the tragic accident's cause after the collision occurred on May 26.

US forces launched fresh strikes in southern Iran, targeting mines and missile sites. This occurred while high-level peace talks are underway in Doha regarding a potential end to the war. Despite diplomacy efforts, regional tensions remain extremely high.

US consumer confidence dipped in May, according to The Conference Board. The index fell by 0.7 points to 93.1. This decline was driven by mounting inflation worries stemming from the Middle East conflict, despite better labor market outlooks for consumers.