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Trump: Elon Musk's Starshield System 'Back' in Ukraine
US President Donald Trump announced that Elon Musk's military communications system, Starshield, has been reactivated in Ukraine.
DW
EU-Canada Partnership Needs More Than Words, Senior MEP Warns
Tobias Cremer, the European Parliament's rapporteur on Canada, stated that the EU's proposed 'associate membership' for Canada should be formalized within a concrete institutional framework.
Euronews
Europe Must Forge 'War Economy' Amid Shifting US Support
With wavering US commitment, Europe needs to mobilize its financial and industrial might to defend itself and support Ukraine against Russia.
Al Jazeera
Global Youth Revolt Against Inequality and Poor Governance
From France to India, young people are taking to the streets over rising inequality, failing public services, and bleak future prospects.
Al Jazeera
South Korea Renews Call for Military Talks with North Amid Border Tensions
Seoul has again proposed military discussions with Pyongyang to clarify their land border and restore communication, following increasing military incidents.
DW
Storm Boelo Expected to Bring Strong Winds and Disruption to Northern Ireland
Storm Boelo is forecast to hit Northern Ireland this weekend, bringing strong winds, potential travel disruption, power cuts, and large waves along coastal areas.
BBC News
Greece Bans Social Media Access for Children Under 15
Greece has enacted new legislation prohibiting social media access for children under the age of 15, set to take effect on January 1, 2027.
DW
Kyrie Irving Pays Fine for Azeez Al-Shaair Who Honored Palestinian Children
NBA star Kyrie Irving announced he paid the **$11,941** fine for American football player Azeez Al-Shaair, who was penalized for honoring Palestinian children killed by Israeli forces.
Al Jazeera
South Korea Invites North Korea for Military Talks Amid Rising Border Tensions
South Korea has proposed military talks with North Korea to de-escalate rising tensions along their heavily fortified border, days after Pyongyang announced new military deployments.
Al Jazeera
Ukraine Reports Continued Starlink Restrictions Despite Trump's Claims
Ukrainian Ministry of Defense sources indicate ongoing issues with the Starlink network, despite former US President Donald Trump's assertion that Elon Musk had lifted restrictions.
BBC News
US Designates Helium as Critical Material Amidst Global Supply Challenges
The US has classified helium as a critical material, citing its vital role in semiconductors and energy, as global supply chains face significant disruptions.
Euronews
Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Intervention on Big Bend Border Wall
The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court to permit construction of a border barrier in West Texas, previously halted by a federal judge.
Al Jazeera
North Korea to Resume Propaganda Broadcasts Along Border with South Korea
North Korea announced plans to resume anti-South Korea propaganda broadcasts along the heavily armed border, while Seoul urged dialogue to de-escalate tensions.
Al Jazeera
Governments Scramble to Address Global Cybersecurity Warning After PHP Vulnerabilities Discovered
Governments and companies worldwide are rushing to secure their systems following the discovery of critical cybersecurity flaws in the PHP programming language, which underpins a vast number of websit
BBC News
CJP Leaders Released from Custody After Pledging Not to Protest at Jantar Mantar
Two leaders of India's Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, have been released from Tihar Jail after agreeing to refrain from organizing demonstrations at Jantar Mantar in Delhi
DW
North Korea to Restart Border Propaganda Broadcasts Against South Korea
North Korea announced it would resume anti-Seoul propaganda broadcasts across the heavily fortified border, escalating psychological warfare amid rising tensions.
NPR
Meta Faces Lawsuit in Australia Over Alleged Social Media Harm to Children
Meta and its platforms Facebook and Instagram are facing a class action lawsuit in Australia over claims that addictive design features are harming children.
Al Jazeera
Renewed Hostilities in Ukraine Follow US Diplomatic Efforts
Russian missile strikes on Kyiv resulted in one fatality and 22 injuries, including four children, just after a US envoy met with Putin.
Al Jazeera
New York City Prepares to Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages in Central Park
New York City Council is moving to ban horse-drawn carriages in Central Park starting in 2028, citing animal welfare and public safety concerns.
BBC News
New Mexico Fines Meta $25 Billion for Data Privacy Misrepresentation
Meta Platforms has been ordered to pay New Mexico $25 billion after a court determined the company intentionally misled users about data privacy.
Al Jazeera
Nigeria Confirms First Ebola Case: Diplomat's Wife Fell Ill After Uganda Holiday
Nigeria has confirmed its first Ebola case since the East African outbreak began, involving a diplomat's wife who fell ill after a holiday in Uganda.
BBC News
Gen Z Leader Neha Bora Emerges as Face of Youth Protests Against Modi Government in India
Student leader Neha Bora has become a prominent figure in India's youth protest movement challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu majoritarian government.
Al Jazeera
Two European Women Kidnapped in Niger Freed in Libya
Austrian Eva Gretzmacher and Swiss Claudia Abbt, held captive for over a year in Niger, have been released in Libya following diplomatic efforts.
BBC News
Italy Implements Stricter Security Measures Amid Cost-of-Living Protests
Italy's government has approved new security measures and harsher penalties to address escalating cost-of-living protests, particularly in northern cities.
Al Jazeera
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