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New Zealand moves to ban social media for under-16s
New Zealand has proposed legislation to ban children under sixteen from major social media platforms, sparking intense debate over privacy and enforcement.
US threatens Iran with 'economic D-Day' as markets await sanctions announcement
Washington is preparing a sweeping set of secondary sanctions dubbed an economic D-Day against Iran, targeting oil buyers, shipping firms, and financial channels.
Iceland sets August referendum on resuming EU accession talks
Voters in Iceland are preparing for a national referendum on whether to restart stalled accession negotiations with the European Union amid geopolitical shifts and economic debates.
Norwegian King Harald’s health has ‘deteriorated’: Palace
Norway's 89-year-old King Harald V's health has deteriorated while hospitalized at Oslo University Hospital, prompting Crown Prince Haakon to serve as regent.
Trump's beef import plan sparks backlash from US cattle lobby
President Trump's sudden proposal to allow 300,000 metric tons of foreign beef into the US tariff-free has drawn sharp criticism from cattle associations and Republican lawmakers.
Iran threatens Gulf oil blockade as US launches economic D-Day
Iran has threatened to block all oil exports from the Persian Gulf in response to a sweeping new US economic offensive aimed at isolating Tehran.
Kazakhstan's Adilet party wins
Kazakhstan's newly created Adilet party won a decisive victory in the country's snap parliamentary election, securing a solid majority for President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
Tony Elumelu corrects UBA graduate trainee for using his first name in viral video
A UBA graduate trainee sparked online debate after addressing Group Chairman Tony Elumelu by his first name during a Lagos management ceremony.
Iranian hackers shut down British power plant in four-day cyberattack
A small-scale British power plant suffered a four-day shutdown following a cyberattack linked to Iranian hackers in July, though officials stressed it posed no threat to the wider electrical supply.
Actor Lucy Davis makes first public appearance since revealing terminal cancer diagnosis
British actress Lucy Davis has stepped out for her first public engagement since disclosing her terminal illness, appearing alongside co-stars at a London convention.
Guinea landfill collapse kills at least 30 people in Conakry
A devastating landfill collapse in Guinea has killed at least 30 people after heavy overnight rains triggered a massive waste avalanche onto nearby homes.
Iran threatens to halt Persian Gulf oil exports over US economic war
Iran has threatened to halt all Persian Gulf oil exports and retaliate against any neighbouring countries participating in a fresh US economic campaign.
Ranking all 14 X-Men movies, from worst to best
Explore the complete cinematic ranking of all 14 X-Men films, from Origins at the bottom of the catalogue to Logan at number one.
Gardaí launch murder inquiry after Brazilian woman found dead in Limerick
Gardaí have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of Jady Cristine Pereira Rosa dead inside a Limerick city apartment.
Indiana storm leaves thousands without power in Gary nearly two weeks later
Nearly two weeks after a powerful derecho battered northwest Indiana, thousands of residents in Gary remain without power amid mounting frustration, state criticism, and a class-action lawsuit against NIPSCO.
Iran threatens to strike US companies and allies over economic warfare
Iran has threatened to target American businesses and allies over upcoming economic sanctions, marking a major escalation that includes a recent cyber attack on a British power plant.
DR Congo and M23 rebels agree on roadmap for peace talks following Swiss negotiations
Following closed-door negotiations in Switzerland, the DR Congo government and the Rwanda-backed AFC/M23 group have agreed to a peace roadmap featuring new ceasefire monitoring mechanisms.
Former cricket captains urge Pakistan PM to ensure medical care for Imran Khan
A coalition of twenty-one international cricket legends has renewed calls for Pakistan's government to ensure proper medical treatment for jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.
Ozon warehouse in Orenburg hit in drone attack, governor says
An industrial warehouse belonging to Russian online marketplace Ozon was struck by drone debris in Orenburg, forcing the evacuation of over 300 people as Ukraine targets economic infrastructure.
US and Canada enter trade war as Trump imposes 50% tariffs
The US and Canada have entered an outright trade war after President Trump imposed 50% tariffs on $20bn of Canadian goods following a breakdown in Washington negotiations.