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The workforce grew by 2,000 in the first three months of this year to 550,000 people, according to official figures.

A group of 20 internationally renowned scientists have issued a strong warning against attempts to narrow the definition of "forever chemicals" in what they describe as a politically or economically motivated effort to weaken regulation of the potentially harmful chemicals. From a report: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (Pfas) are a large group of synthetic chemicals used for their oil-, water- and stain-resistant properties in a range of consumer and industrial products from waterproof clothing and non-stick cookware to firefighting foams and electronics. Their molecular structure makes them resistant to degradation, earning them the nickname "forever chemicals." In the last few years there has been growing awareness of the problems associated with Pfas, and a push for more stringent regulation, resulting in the banning of certain forms. A group of scientists are now raising the alarm about efforts, including by some individuals and groups in the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUpac), to narrow the current international definition of Pfas in ways that could exclude certain chemical subgroups.

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Two new bomshells are preparing to cause havoc in the Love Island villa, just 24 hours after the 12th series kicked off.

A scientist has now revealed exactly how long it would take for humanity to go extinct if we stopped having babies.

People have been urged to check if their pills are affected

The Prince and Princess of Wales recently celebrated their fourteenth wedding anniversary.

Just when I thought I'd heard it all, someone whispered four words into my ear at a ritzy dinner party that made me choke on my pinot noir. 'Do you know they have a dungeon?'

Jennifer Buta has opened up to The Sun about the last words her son, Jordan DeMay, uttered before taking his own life at his family home in Michigan in 2022.

A large number of caravans and vehicles began arriving in Taunton, Somerset, last week and have since taken over a number of sites up and down the area.

The council had its planning powers stripped by the government three years ago

The MP concerned claims that the councillors are using a 'diversion tactic'

In all the Royal Family's troubled relations with Harry and Meghan, it was a single word that sent a collective shiver down the spine of Buckingham Palace.

The council hopes to free up larger properties by encouraging tenants to downsize

Doctors in the American Journal of Case Reports this week warned of an unexpected side effect of the hair growth treatment minoxidil. They detailed a case report of a 28-year-old French woman.

Matt Giffen, 29, moved to the UK capital last year after relocating from Canada with his girlfriend, influencer Summer Fox.

The Class of 2025 is encountering the worst entry-level job market in years with unemployment among recent degree-holders aged 22 to 27 reaching 5.8% this spring -- the highest level in approximately four years and well above the national average. According to Federal Reserve Bank of New York data, 85% of the unemployment rate increase since mid-2023 stems from new labor market entrants struggling to find work. Corporate hiring freezes implemented under threats of President Trump's tariffs, combined with AI replacing traditional entry-level positions, have severely constrained opportunities for new graduates. More than 60% of executives surveyed on LinkedIn indicate that AI will eventually assume tasks currently assigned to entry-level employees, particularly mundane and manual roles. The impact varies significantly by major, with computer engineering graduates -- once highly sought-after -- now facing a 7.5% unemployment rate, the third-highest among recent graduates. Employment in computer science and mathematical jobs for those under 27 has dropped 8% since 2022, even as it grew 0.8% for older workers.

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Habibur Masum, 26, launched a 'ferocious' knife attack on Kulsama Akter, 27, after confronting her on a street as she pushed their seven-month old infant in Bradford, West Yorkshire, the court heard.

Lizzo looked nothing short of incredible as she showcased her incredible weight loss at the BET Awards held at the Peacock Theater, Los Angeles on Monday.

Most of the criticism for Rowling has come from actors born into the millenial generation, with older actors proving quicker to back the series' creator. But Felton has now bucked this trend.