Soup firm Campbell’s dismisses executive over alleged ‘poor people’ comments

A catastrophic fire broke out at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, resulting in a rising death toll that has now reached 75, with hundreds reported missing. Rescue operations are ongoing, with 26 teams deployed to search for survivors amidst the challenges posed by the continuing blaze.

The State Library of Victoria is facing significant job cuts, with a proposal to reduce its workforce by 39 positions, including a decrease in reference librarians from 25 to 10. Staff have criticized management for prioritizing 'digital vanity projects' over the library's core functions, which have been central to its 171-year history.

A catastrophic fire has engulfed the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, resulting in at least 44 fatalities and hundreds reported missing. The blaze, which has persisted for over 24 hours, is suspected to have been caused by gross negligence, with emergency services struggling to control the flames that have spread rapidly through the high-rise buildings.

Shellfish exports from the Menai Strait have significantly declined post-Brexit, impacting Welsh mussel farmers who are now focusing on the future. The mussels, freshly harvested from the waters, are being processed in hopes of revitalizing their business amidst challenging market conditions.

A new feature on the social media platform X has revealed the geographical locations of popular accounts, leading to significant backlash as many pro-Trump and 'America first' accounts were found to be based outside the United States, particularly in countries like Russia, Nigeria, and India. This transparency initiative, aimed at combating disinformation, has sparked intense debate among users.

A clinical trial has found that a monthly injection of Tezepelumab could enable individuals with severe asthma to reduce or stop their reliance on daily steroid tablets, which are commonly used to manage severe symptoms. This treatment may significantly improve the quality of life for asthmatics who do not respond well to traditional inhalers.

A California prosecutors’ office utilized artificial intelligence to prepare a motion in a criminal case, which led to inaccuracies referred to as 'hallucinations'. District Attorney Jesse Wilson confirmed that the filing contained an incorrect citation and was promptly withdrawn upon discovery of the error.

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has denied allegations of racism stemming from his school days at Dulwich College, where approximately 20 former classmates have accused him of exhibiting racist and antisemitic behavior. During a recent press conference, Farage suggested that these allegations are politically motivated, asserting that they are a response to his political stance.