Tannur Anders

Seagulls in Suffolk have been observed staggering after consuming large numbers of flying ants, with an expert suggesting formic acid from the insects may cause intoxication-like effects. The behaviour coincides with a heatwave that has increased ant activity. Scientists note the theory remains untested but advise the public not to worry unless birds appear injured. Additional experts warn that warming seas linked to climate change could attract species such as great white sharks and box jellyfish to UK waters as marine life migrates toward preferred temperatures.

US forces launched new strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz as tensions escalated following the collapse of a ceasefire. CENTCOM reported attacks aimed at reducing Iran’s ability to threaten commercial vessels, with approximately 140 sites targeted including missile and drone infrastructure. The escalation follows Iranian assaults on ships and missile strikes across several Gulf states, prompting the US to terminate the ceasefire agreement. Iran’s earlier shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz and continued hostilities have deepened the conflict, which has been ongoing since February.

Donald Trump reshared a year‑old image of an Israeli strike on an Iranian oil depot while claiming it showed a new US attack amid renewed conflict between the US and Iran. The misattributed photo circulated alongside his warning that further Iranian actions would prompt stronger retaliation. Ship attacks in the Strait of Hormuz led the US to launch new strikes despite a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at ending the war and restoring shipping routes. Trump's declaration that the ceasefire was over preceded CENTCOM’s announcement of additional military operations targeting Iran’s capabilities in the strategic waterway.