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Burnham Announces Scrapping of Digital ID Scheme
New PM Andy Burnham plans to scrap Keir Starmer’s digital ID scheme, redirecting resources to cost of living issues.
ANU accused of overreacting to AI cheating as universities struggle
An academic criticizes the Australian National University's response to students using AI for cheating, warning against a potential brain drain.
Republican Norman Joins Senate Race in South Carolina
Congressman Ralph Norman announces his candidacy to succeed Senator Lindsey Graham, challenging Trump's support of Darline Graham.
US Trump Administration Overhauls Visa Rules for Foreign Journalists
The Trump administration has finalized new visa rules for foreign journalists, ending 'duration of status' and requiring periodic government review. Critic
Gulf states condemn Iran’s strikes on civilian targets
The Gulf Cooperation Council has condemned Iran's attacks on civilian sites, describing them as war crimes. Tensions over control of the Strait…
Iran targets Kuwait civilian sites in Middle East conflict
Kuwait reports Iranian missile strikes on power and water plants amid ongoing US-led operations against Iran.
German politician resigns over surrogacy scandal
Jens Spahn, parliamentary leader of Germany's CDU faction, steps down amid controversy over his use of a surrogate mother despite a ban…
NYC Mayor Considers Arresting Netanyahu for ICC Charges
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is considering legal action against Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces charges by the International Criminal…
NYC Mayor Considers Arresting Netanyahu for ICC Charges
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani mulls whether to arrest Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces charges of crimes against humanity and…
Air Quality Warnings Persist as Wildfire Smoke Blankets US
Air quality warnings remain in place as smoke from Canadian wildfires blankets parts of the United States.
Ukraine’s Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Dismissed Amidst War Efforts
President Zelenskyy's abrupt decision to remove Mykhailo Fedorov sparks protests and questions about Ukraine’s war strategy.
German CDU Party Chair Resigns Over Surrogacy Use
Jens Spahn, a key ally of Chancellor Merz, resigns as chair of the Christian Democrat (CDU) party after using surrogacy to become…
Chinese AI Model Kimi K3 Claims to Be Claude, Sparking Distillation Debate
Kimi K3 by Moonshot AI tops coding benchmark but faces claims of distillation from Anthropic’s Claude models.
Cuban society on brink as power cuts worsen
Cuban society faces breakdown as six-month US oil embargo causes severe power outages.
MPs and Tech Experts Protest Against Scrapping Technology Department
Andy Burnham’s plan to abolish the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology faces criticism as MPs and tech experts warn of potential…
US Administration Subpoenas Journalists Over Air Force One Security Report
The Trump administration has issued subpoenas to journalists who wrote about security concerns on Qatari-donated Air Force One, raising concerns over press
Lebanon’s President Aoun to Meet Trump in Washington
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun travels to Washington for talks on ceasefire, Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon.
Ethiopian Drill Music Surges in Addis Ababa
Drill hip hop, once limited to social media, now dominates Ethiopian nightlife as a reflection of Gen Z's socio-economic uncertainty.
Campaigners warn UK poultry plan poses national security risk
Campaigners warn that UK government’s poultry growth plan could jeopardize national food security due to reliance on imported animal feed.
Labour Leader Burnham Considers Radical Energy Bill Cuts
Labour leader Andy Burnham evaluates plans to overhaul gas standing charges and make heat pumps cheaper, potentially saving households £130 annually.