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Saudi theme park incident: What should g...

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After 23 people were injured after the ride collapsed, we speak to IAAPA’s Jakob Wahl about what world safety standards the attractions industry should adopt.

Washington’s deadline hits as countries scramble to respond to sweeping U.S. tariffs - what impact will it have here?

The UAE has legalisesd tobacco-free nicotine pouches. Pulmonologist Dr. Mahroofa Ettuveettil explains the move’s health impact.

Plus,  just seeing someone sick might trigger your immune system. Prof. Andrea Serino shares surprising new research.

Plus, a new supersized stick insect has been discovered high in Australian trees. Professor Angus Emmott tells us what it means for science.

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