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Lush, the cosmetics chain, has temporarily closed all its UK stores and digital platforms in protest against the situation in Gaza, with the company's founders leading the activism. The closures, which have sparked both support and criticism, are part of Lush's ongoing advocacy for various social and environmental causes. Meanwhile, in a separate incident, a council's decision to pave over a lush green roundabout with large stones has drawn local outrage, with residents comparing the result to a "c**p Stonehenge." In Kalush, Ukraine, air quality has deteriorated due to recent shelling, leading to the suspension of classes in schools and kindergartens.

Heathrow Airport experienced a significant power outage due to an unaddressed electrical fault in a substation, leading to chaos and disruption. The issue, caused by moisture, was first flagged seven years ago but left unrepaired.