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Italian mayor bans villagers from getting sick amid health care shortage

Italian mayor bans villagers from getting sick amid health care shortage

Belcastro mayor orders residents "not to get sick" due to medical shortages. One doctor serves 1200, mostly elderly, with limited emergency access. A protest for more aid.

World's biggest iceberg A23a drifting towards penguin-packed island

World's biggest iceberg A23a drifting towards penguin-packed island

Giant iceberg A23a, larger than a territory, drifts toward South Georgia Island after breaking free. It may ground, impacting penguins, and is linked to climate change.

Climate change and China will define US relations with Pacific Islands under Donald Trump, security experts say

Climate change and China will define US relations with Pacific Islands under Donald Trump, security experts say

Palau's president invited Trump snorkeling to see climate change effects. Pacific nations have mixed feelings about Trump's return, prioritizing climate action, not US-China rivalry. Trump is likely to focus on security.

JFK's grandson slams Donald Trump over release of assassination records

JFK's grandson slams Donald Trump over release of assassination records

Trump orders JFK assassination file declassification, drawing criticism from Kennedy family. Files on RFK & MLK also included. Release timeline unclear.

Captain Cook statue vandalised ahead of Australia Day

Captain Cook statue vandalised ahead of Australia Day

Captain Cook statue vandalized in Sydney with red paint, face, & hand damaged before Australia Day. Second time in 12 months. Related to ongoing holiday debate.

Landslide election cost £52m in staff turnover payments

Landslide election cost £52m in staff turnover payments

UK election caused £52.8M expense for replacing 2,373 MPs/staff. Ipsa report cites unprecedented turnover, redundancy/office closure costs.