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Why child stars like Hayden Panettiere fall into addiction
Child star Hayden Panettiere, who died at 36, faced intense Hollywood pressures that experts say increased her vulnerability to addiction and mental health struggles common among young actors.
Where water conflicts pose the biggest threat in 2026
Water-related conflicts surged to a record 420 incidents in 2024, with attacks on infrastructure and access disputes driven by prolonged wars in Gaza, Sudan, Iran, and Ukraine.
Canada vows ‘dollar for dollar’ response as US puts 50% tariffs on some goods
The US imposed 50% tariffs on roughly $20 billion of Canadian goods after trade talks collapsed. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed to respond “dollar for dollar” with retaliatory measures.
US military newspaper editor voices censorship fears after being fired
The editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes was fired for insubordination after stating censorship would be a ‘red line,’ raising concerns about military press independence amid Pentagon tension with media.
Tropical Storm Moke advances towards Hawaii with heavy rain, strong winds
Tropical Storm Moke is advancing toward Hawaii with heavy rain and strong winds, arriving just a week after Hurricane Lala battered the islands.
Sydney Marathon laughs off medal error
Sydney Marathon organizers acknowledge a medal design error depicting a German stadium instead of Sydney’s Allianz Stadium, joking that participants will receive the mistaken medals as unique keepsakes.
Kazakhstan holds parliamentary election expected to cement president’s grip
Kazakhstan holds a snap parliamentary election where only state-approved parties loyal to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev can field candidates, expected to strengthen his political control.
DR Congo, M23 rebels agree on roadmap for peace talks
The DRC and M23-led rebels have agreed on a roadmap for peace negotiations following talks in Switzerland, though fighting continues in the country’s eastern regions amid humanitarian concerns.
Iran-linked hackers blamed for cyber-attack that shut down UK power plant
Iran-linked hackers caused a British power plant to shut down for four days in a recent cyber-attack, authorities said, marking an apparent escalation following UK approval of US defensive operations from British bases.
‘It was a tsunami’: Floods leave death trail in India’s Assam
Devastating floods in Assam killed over 100 people, destroyed thousands of villages, and displaced 700,000 residents after intense rainfall swelled rivers in mid-July.
China’s new moon mission could unlock secret of lunar ice: Why that matters
China’s Chang’e-7 lunar mission, launching as early as Monday, aims to locate and assess water ice in permanently shadowed craters at the moon’s south pole using an orbiter, lander, rover, and hopper.
Somalia child hunger crisis deepens after aid cuts, UNICEF says
Somalia faces a severe child malnutrition crisis as over 200 health and nutrition facilities have closed following cuts to international aid, with UNICEF reporting a 32 percent surge in severe cases.
World Bank projects war-hit Lebanon’s economy to contract by 6.4 percent
The World Bank projects Lebanon’s economy will contract by 6.4 percent this year following a March 2026 conflict escalation that disrupted tourism, supply chains, and housing infrastructure.
Libya’s brain drain, 15 years after Tripoli fell
Thousands of skilled Libyan professionals have emigrated since the 2011 revolution, seeking stability and opportunity abroad while the country grapples with governance challenges and corruption.
Trump wants to be friends with Kim – but South Korea could pay the price
South Korea’s joint military exercises with the US were halted midway after President Trump ordered a substantial reduction, citing the drills as costly and hostile to North Korea, alarming regional allies.
Rosenberg: Shortage of petrol but not patriotism as Russians feel growing impact of war
Russia faces severe petrol shortages this week as Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries create long queues across Moscow, marking the second wave of a fuel crisis affecting the energy superpower.
Gun stash in German forest believed to be linked to Russia, say reports
German authorities discovered a hidden weapons cache in a forest near Berlin and are investigating potential links to Russian intelligence operations, according to media reports and government officials.
Jannik Sinner to miss US Open tennis major due to knee injury
Top-ranked Jannik Sinner withdrew from the US Open due to a right knee injury sustained after winning Wimbledon, marking his first Grand Slam absence since 2019.
Ukraine sanctions popular Russian cartoon ‘Masha and the Bear’
Ukraine has sanctioned the Russian animated series ‘Masha and the Bear,’ accusing producers of spreading pro-Russian narratives and threatening national security, with legal grounds to block the content domestically.
Israeli army, settlers kill 2 Palestinians in separate West Bank incidents
Israeli forces and settlers killed two Palestinians in separate West Bank incidents on Friday, amid escalating attacks and illegal settlement expansion driving displacement.
Why Iran is threatening Europe’s ‘strategically important’ southeast
Iran has threatened southeastern Europe, particularly Bulgaria, after it approved a military base for US operations. Analysts debate whether Iran will follow through or use threats strategically.
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South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
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Brexit Negotiations Are Poised to Become Chaotic
European policymakers rejected the latest Brexit plan from UK British Prime Minister Boris Johnson saying that the plan was unworkable. While the plan was not rejected outright, EU leaders said that in its current form it could not go forward. Basically, the plan in...
The Pitfalls of Pro Se (Self-Representation) When Facing Criminal Charges
Are you facing criminal charges and wondering if you should try to represent yourself? If so, you’re considering a risky move that will probably result in a conviction. Hiring a private attorney is your best chance for a reduced sentence or even getting your charges...