RoboCop statue rises in Detroit: ‘Big, beautiful, bronze piece of art’

The number of overseas nurses and midwives registering to practice in the UK has plummeted, with only 6,321 registrations between April and September 2025, a stark decline from 12,534 in the same period the previous year. This drop has been attributed to rising racism and changes in immigration rules.

An independent report by the National Audit Office reveals that general practitioners (GPs) are not adequately supporting older individuals living with frailty, with only 18% of patients assessed for fall risk and just 16% receiving a medical review in 2024/25.

The UK's new digital-only immigration system, which mandates that nearly all migrants obtain an eVisa to prove their legal status, has been found to induce significant stress, fear, and exclusion among immigrants. This system, initiated in 2018, has raised concerns about its impact on the mental well-being of those affected.

An Australian eco community has implemented a ban on pets to protect local wildlife, with residents like 77-year-old Bill Smart expressing a sense of loss for their former pets. The village aims to create a sustainable living environment that fosters a connection with nature.

The Guardian's picture editors have curated a selection of photographs from around the world, showcasing significant events such as air strikes, parades, and even underwater chess, reflecting a diverse array of human experiences and cultural expressions. This collection highlights the power of visual storytelling in capturing the complexities of contemporary life.

Oxygen therapy chambers, promoted by figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have been linked to tragic incidents, including the death of five-year-old Thomas Cooper during a treatment session in Michigan. This raises serious concerns about the safety and regulation of such therapies, which are touted for various ailments despite lacking scientific backing.

UBS reports that a record number of individuals have become billionaires through inheritance, with 91 new billionaires added this year, raising the global total from 2,682 in 2024 to 2,919 in 2025.

Joe Root achieved his 40th Test century, and notably his first in Australia, during the second Test at the Gabba, contributing to England's score of 325-9 despite Mitchell Starc's impressive bowling performance of 6-71.