World News In a move to combat growing inflation concerns, India has raised its bank rate for the first time since 2023, reflecting a global shift towards tighter monetary policy. The Chemistry Nobel Prize has been awarded to French and Japanese scientists for solving the mystery of life's asymmetry. Meanwhile, France has halted the use of stun grenades after a boy's hand was blown off in student protests, with several groups complaining of police using disproportionate force towards teenagers. ## Business and Economy Royal Mail plans to cut 2,500 head office jobs by the end of 2027, while Japan's beer giants, Asahi and Kirin, have been raided over alleged price-fixing cartel. Cloud seeding is gaining attention as countries look to boost rainfall, with drones being used to seed clouds. Spotify has expanded its audiobooks to over 180 markets, making 350,000 titles available in over 120 languages. ## Sports and Entertainment South Korea is reviewing its military service exemption after an Asian Games row, while Tom Pidcock has expressed anger after his team-mates were hit by a police vehicle. Great Britain's flag football team is on the lookout for new talent, with the Los Angeles Olympics just two years away. Noel Gallagher and Susan Sarandon are among celebrities to sign a letter calling for an international mediator to be appointed to resolve a parade dispute. The creators of Gavin and Stacey have revealed the celebrity cast of their new show, featuring appearances from Ted Lasso's Hannah Waddingham and X-Men's James McAvoy. ## Health and Science New global guidelines warn against the use of obesity drugs for children under 10, with care focusing on healthy eating and exercise instead. The World Health Organization has emphasized the importance of a healthy lifestyle for children. A puffin island is on the cusp of closure as it runs out of water, with bosses warning of a potential evacuation. Tests are being carried out on seabirds after a nurdle spill to determine the effects of microplastic pollutants. ## Technology and Politics Apple is reportedly partnering with LG to launch a smart lock, thermostat, and doorbell, pushing into the smart home market. Amazon has been found to make assumptions about its customers based on their purchases, with one shopper discovering a page of assumptions that left them 'speechless'. The Tory leader is set to say that a battle of ideas is looming in British politics, as the party seeks to reframe its image. A Green member behind a Zionism motion has been named as a 'close friend' of a jailed al-Qaeda supporter in court.