EU is set to propose ban on social media and AI chatbots for under-15s
Concerns have mounted globally about the impact on children’s health and safety of major outlets, including Facebook, TikTok and ChatGPT.
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Nigerian government raises ₦729 billion bond to tackle power sector debt - Premium Times Nigeria
The Federal Government has raised approximately ₦728.9 billion through the Series 2 bond issuance under its ₦4 trillion Power Sector Multi-Instrument Issuance Programme, as part of efforts to resolve longstanding financial obligations in Nigeria’s electricity market.
Ekiti Poll: Like PDP, SDP candidate withdraws petition against Gov Oyebanji's re-election, party kicks - Premium Times Nigeria
Ekiti Poll: Like PDP, SDP candidate withdraws petition against Gov Oyebanji's re-election, party kicks Premium Times Nigeria
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The Machiavellian shadow: Former top prosecutor testifies how Thabo Mbeki thwarted post-TRC justice - Daily Maverick
In a searing indictment of South Africa’s post-apartheid leadership, top prosecutor Anton Ackermann detailed a systematic, state-sanctioned campaign to bury Truth and Reconciliation Commission cases, placing former president Thabo Mbeki at the centre of a ‘Machiavellian’ effort t...
Russian oligarch paid for parts of Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding celebration: Report
Bettina Anderson characterized it as a "generous wedding gift from a friend."
WATCH: Kennedy Center says it could close as soon as Tuesday unless Trump’s name is there
Kennedy Center officials are warning the institution is on the brink of bankruptcy and could close as soon as Tuesday unless the president’s name is added to the building.
Russia readies new 500-mile missile as weapon expert warns of 'terminal end game surprises'
Russia plans to test a new 800-km ballistic missile by year's end, with an analyst warning its advanced maneuverability could strain Ukraine air defense.
Amendment to bill in Lords could test legality of £72m Reform donations
Plans to strengthen legislation already going through parliament might mean donors having to meet stricter UK residence requirementsAndy Burnham’s government could thwart Reform’s unprecedented £72m donations with retrospective restrictions on political donors that will include t...
Energy minister makes no promises on fuel excise cut | ABC News Top Stories - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Energy minister makes no promises on fuel excise cut | ABC News Top Stories ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish leaders unite in push to leave UK - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish leaders unite in push to leave UK ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Venice faces a looming catastrophe. Is it already too late to stop it? - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Venice faces a looming catastrophe. Is it already too late to stop it? ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Texas landowners sue Trump administration over border, Big Bend construction
The “Conserve Big Bend” coalition says the administration is using its power to build a wall in among the most remote and ecologically significant land with very little border crossings.
Leaders urge EU to boost Arctic role to tackle Russia 'threat'
Twelve European countries meeting in Finland on Monday urged the European Union to beef up its presence in the Arctic, a geopolitical battleground caught between Russia and US President Donald Trump. FRANCE 24's Eliza Herbert reports.
Iceland plans bill to ban commercial whaling
Iceland's government says it plans to submit a bill to parliament next February to ban commercial whaling.
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The ex-PM is a fierce Ukraine ally and has history with the Russian president. Whatever the target, the attack near Poland’s border rings alarm bells
Baby formula maker Abbott Labs agrees to settlement over closure of largest US plant
Abbott Laboratories will pay $385 million to resolve legal claims arising from a contamination inquiry at its baby formula manufacturing plant in Sturgis, Michigan, the nation's largest, which triggered severe supply shortages in 2022.
Christian leaders ask Kharge to push Karnataka anti-conversion law repeal, 1% quota
A delegation of Christian leaders from Karnataka, headed by Archbishop of Bangalore Most Rev. Dr. Peter Machado, met Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge at his Bengaluru residence on Monday and urged him to press for the repeal of the Karnataka Protection of Right to Freedom of...
Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales sign historic MoU to break away from UK
Leaders from Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales signed a pact seeking independence. This historic agreement signals a shift away from Westminster's long-standing control. The first ministers are committed to self-determination for their respective nations. They also aim to str...