Jimmy Bratley, veterinary advisor for Feliway, warns that both indoor and outdoor cats face common winter risks requiring attention from pet owners. AntifreezeWe use antifreeze (ethylene glycol) in car radiators and screen wash in the winter. Recommended Reading:Winter dangers for indoor catsBut it is not just those cats who venture outdoors at risk in the colder months. Indoor cats are not immune to winter hazards, and reduced outdoor time can create its own set of challenges:Dangerous hiding spots: Cats climb into washing machines and dryers seeking warmth—check appliances before every use. Boredom problems: Reduced outdoor time causes over-grooming, aggression toward other pets, depression, and overeating.

January 30, 2026 10:12 UTC

Economists estimate Iran’s digital economy generates roughly 30 trillion rials (about $42 million) a day. “What we do know is that Instagram and WhatsApp are widely used by small businesses, and many have now lost customers completely,” he added. Another online seller said most digital businesses lack the reserves to survive even days without revenue. “If this situation continues, it can really push the digital economy toward destruction,” said Reza Olfatnasab, head of the union of virtual businesses. Analysts say the gap exposes a deeper problem than the shutdown itself: Iran lacks any transparent, standardized system to measure its digital economy.

January 30, 2026 09:23 UTC

'UK and US are very close allies', Starmer insists - after Trump issues warningSir Keir Starmer has insisted that the "UK and the US are very close allies", after Donald Trump warned that the PM's decision to build closer ties with China is "very dangerous". The prime minister is in China to boost trades as part of his search for economic growth. "I think I'm right in saying that President Trump is, himself, visiting China, or expected to visit China this April. "I've seen President Trump's comments. Pushed by Beth if he's really not worried by Trump's comments, Starmer replied: "Well, as I say, I think President Trump is coming himself or expected to come in on April.

January 30, 2026 08:42 UTC

TLDRThis article from The Guardian explores the White House's use of AI-generated images under Donald Trump, a phenomenon academics call 'slopaganda'. It highlights 10 significant AI images posted by the White House, including memes, wishcasting, nostalgia, and deepfakes, and discusses their implications and reception.

January 30, 2026 07:17 UTC

POLICE PROBE Woman ‘sexually assaulted multiple times’ on board train as cops release CCTV in search for manA WOMAN has allegedly been sexually assaulted “multiple times” on a busy train in broad daylight. He is then alleged to have sexually assaulted his victim “multiple times” throughout the journey. The man was also reportedly seen touching himself before getting off the train at West Drayton, west London. The force said: “Detectives investigating a sexual assault on board an Elizabeth Line train from Reading to Abbey Wood have released this image in connection. “He sexually assaulted her multiple times throughout the journey and was seen touching himself inappropriately before leaving the train at West Drayton.

January 30, 2026 06:34 UTC

Graeme Base admits he initially didn't want to be a children's book author. 'I could have very happily been a record cover designer,' he told Guardian Australia's Sian Cain. The bestselling author of Animalia and The Eleventh Hour studied graphic design before showing his illustrations to Penguin's Bob Sessions, one of the most influential figures in Australian publishing. “He said, ‘Graeme, is that maybe a little too hard for some kids?’ And I went, ‘Yeah, probably ... [But] you shoot above a child’s head, and encourage them to rise to the occasion.’ And bless him, Bob said, ‘Absolutely, I agree with you’.”Animalia went on to sell more than 5m copies around the world and is now featured – alongside The Eleventh Hour - in Guardian Australia's 50 best Australian picture books poll

January 30, 2026 06:32 UTC

Another day, another crop of quality female fighters joining the Most Valuable Promotions roster, as Jake Paul’s outfit announced the signing of featherweight champ Tiara Brown, super welterweight titlist Oshae Jones, and four others. “From my amateur foundation to becoming a world champion, every step prepared me for this level. She turned pro the following year and, seven fights later, edged out veteran titlist Femke Hermans to win the IBF belt by split decision. “From earning an Olympic medal to becoming a two-belt world champion, every step has prepared me for this,” Jones said. “With MVP behind me, I’m ready to compete on the biggest stages and continue building my legacy.”BoxRec no.

January 30, 2026 06:25 UTC

The burglars stole designer handbags, watches, and jewellery including bracelets, bangles, rings and earrings. Rodrigo Albarracin (Image: South Wales Police)Later that day, the BMW was spotted in Ystradowen. The victim found boxes under her bed had been emptied, and handbags, trainers, and jewellery worth a total of £14,545 been stolen. Christian Gamez Fetiva (Image: South Wales Police)Leah Pollard, for Gamez Fetiva, said the 38-year-old came to the UK hoping to financially support his family, but was unable to work due to health issues. Sanchez Gustavo (Image: South Wales Police)Thomas Stanway, for Gustavo, said the defendant fled Colombia due to “a hostile political environment” where he received threats against himself and his family for his support of a former left-wing mayor of Bogota.

January 30, 2026 04:06 UTC

In the grand scheme of things, this might not register as a vital win, but it did — once again — show the tremendous heart and fight of this group. There was a lot to discuss, so here are a few of our takeaways to get things rolling. You can tell us whether you agree or disagree and — please — add your own takeaways in the comments below:

January 30, 2026 02:09 UTC

A study by World Weather Attribution, which analysed the heavy rainfall that caused severe flooding in parts of South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe, showed that the region experienced a year’s worth of rain in a period of 10 days. It was also compounded by the current La Nina weather phenomenon which naturally brings wetter conditions in the southern Africa region and is now operating within a much warmer atmosphere. Around 1.3 million people across southern Africa were affected by this month’s floods, The World Health Organisation said. Tete Province, Mozambique, was badly hit (AP)The affected regions in southern Africa are no strangers to heavy downpours and flooding, but scientists were alarmed by the magnitude of the recent events. “This event was a surprise to us because we have experienced the previous ones 25 years ago, which flooded the same areas,” said Bernardino Nhantumbo, a researcher with the Mozambique weather service.

January 30, 2026 00:10 UTC

Djeidi Gassama headed the Light Blues in front after just six minutes of a dead rubber as far as the visitors were concerned and the Light Blues looked assured. The German boss said: “After 20 minutes, I felt we were really in a good way. “But then I think 1-1, it happens against the strong teams, it is one moment too late, it happens. “In general, we played against a strong side, very experienced, good individual quality, very (well) coached, a good manager. Rohl said: “For me, it’s now the next game, Hibs, a completely different game against a team who will fight, who will be nasty.

January 29, 2026 23:15 UTC

SynopsisChina has executed eleven members of a Myanmar-based crime syndicate. This group was responsible for the deaths of fourteen Chinese citizens. They also ran extensive scam and gambling operations. The executions followed a court sentencing and rejected appeals. Chinese authorities are increasing pressure on border regions to combat such criminal enterprises.

January 29, 2026 22:53 UTC

Vincent Chan, 45, is facing years behind bars for molesting girls aged three and four while working at the Bright Horizons nursery in Finchley Road, West Hampstead. Chan filmed himself carrying out the abuse, during naptime at the nursery, and also confessed to downloading thousands of indecent images of children. Chan worked at the Bright Horizons nursery for seven years until he was suspended in 2024, after a colleague raised concerns about his activities with the children. After the hearing, parents of children who went to the Bright Horizons nursery issued a statement saying: “We feel that Bright Horizons has failed us. And how were such horrific crimes against children able to continue for so long without the staff responsible for safeguarding at Bright Horizons nursery acting?

January 29, 2026 22:06 UTC

My wife is due to receive her deferred Civil Service pension in March. The apparent crisis at the Civil Service Pension Scheme has now been acknowledged by the government, which revealed that interest-free “hardship loans” of up to £10,000 will be offered to thousands of the worst-affected people. The pension scheme has admitted to a backlog of nearly 90,000 cases – comprising claims, valuations and other requests – that it warned could take months to resolve. He said on one occasion he had been in a queue on the phone to MyCSP for five hours without getting through. Some scheme members had been hit with shock tax bills after Capita recorded incorrect tax codes, it said.

January 29, 2026 22:00 UTC

Winners and LosersPeople Who Haven’t Given Up On Watching LiverpoolThis season has been pretty bad, let’s be honest. Whether you’re talking performances or results, Liverpool Football Club have not delivered on the football front in 2025-26. Which, to be fair, makes sense in theory (even if it was always likely to make Liverpool less fun in theory and practice). The level of opposition when they’re not facing Premier League sides is, on balance, a little bit lower. What Happens NextLiverpool have locked down a place in the Round of 16 of the Champions League, and that’s nothing to turn your nose up at regardless how bad things have often been in the Premier League.

January 29, 2026 21:55 UTC