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Friday briefing: Is violence against politicians reshaping democracy in the UK?
Violence against UK politicians is escalating, with threats and intimidation becoming normalized. The recent killing of Ann Widdecombe has intensified concerns about democratic participation and public safety.
China’s Xi says AI ‘should not be a solo performance by a single country’
Chinese President Xi Jinping called for international cooperation on artificial intelligence development, stating it should not be dominated by any single country at a Shanghai conference.
Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s controversial speech on election security
President Trump delivered a primetime speech Thursday alleging government cover-ups in election security, but experts noted he presented no conclusive evidence that past elections were affected by malfeasance.
More than 500 Rohingya vanish at sea – what happened?
Two boats carrying approximately 530 Rohingya asylum seekers departed Myanmar on June 29 and have not been located. Experts believe both vessels likely capsized in rough monsoon seas.
Australia ‘deeply frustrated’ over Laos methanol poisoning charges
Australia expresses deep frustration over Laos pursuing only minor charges in the methanol poisoning deaths of six backpackers, including two Australians, in November 2024.
Philippines condemns monkey video on Chinese media as racist
The Philippines condemned an AI-generated video posted by China Daily depicting the country as a monkey being coerced by the US and Japan, calling the imagery dehumanizing and racist amid South China Sea tensions.
‘Even Politburo members can be touched’: what the latest purge says about Xi Jinping’s China
China expelled politburo member Ma Xingrui on Tuesday, marking the third senior party official purged since 2022 as Xi Jinping intensifies his anti-corruption campaign.
Taco Bell withdraws lettuce from menu after links to explosive diarrhea
Taco Bell is removing lettuce from its menu in five states following a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated produce that has sickened over 1,600 people.
TSMC pledges another $100bn to expand US production in Arizona
Taiwan’s TSMC announced a $100 billion investment in Arizona production, raising its total US commitment to $265 billion and supporting President Trump’s manufacturing expansion goals.
Vance says Israeli campaign tried to sway US opinion against Iran diplomacy
Vice President JD Vance accused members of Israel’s government of running a campaign to sway US public opinion against a recently negotiated deal to end the war with Iran.
Vance says Israeli campaign tried to sway US opinion against Iran diplomacy
Vice President JD Vance accused members of Israel’s government of running a campaign to sway US public opinion against a recently negotiated deal to end the war with Iran.
Israeli attacks kill at least five Palestinians in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’
At least five Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza on Thursday, continuing violations of an October ceasefire agreement that has seen over 1,100 Palestinian deaths since its implementation.
Israeli attacks kill at least five Palestinians in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’
At least five Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza on Thursday, continuing violations of an October ceasefire agreement that has seen over 1,100 Palestinian deaths since its implementation.
What happens if Mitch McConnell is unable to finish his US Senate term?
Senator Mitch McConnell, hospitalized on June 14 after a fall, confirmed he is recovering but raises questions about Senate succession if he cannot complete his term.
What happens if Mitch McConnell is unable to finish his US Senate term?
Senator Mitch McConnell, hospitalized on June 14 after a fall, confirmed he is recovering but raises questions about Senate succession if he cannot complete his term.
Data breach reportedly targets India’s Kudankulam nuclear power plant
A ransomware group has posted files allegedly from India’s largest nuclear power plant online, including purported blueprints and supplier details, though authorities said no nuclear security information was compromised.
Data breach reportedly targets India’s Kudankulam nuclear power plant
A ransomware group has posted files allegedly from India’s largest nuclear power plant online, including purported blueprints and supplier details, though authorities said no nuclear security information was compromised.
US gas prices edge up again as US-Iran tensions heighten over strait of Hormuz
US diesel fuel prices have surged to over $5 per gallon while gasoline approaches $4, driven by escalating US-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and unpredictable policy announcements.
US gas prices edge up again as US-Iran tensions heighten over strait of Hormuz
US diesel fuel prices have surged to over $5 per gallon while gasoline approaches $4, driven by escalating US-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and unpredictable policy announcements.
Heatwave prompts Italy’s delivery riders to strike for extra rights
Delivery riders across Italian cities are striking Wednesday to demand better protections during extreme heat, citing health and wage concerns amid ongoing heatwaves affecting European workers.
Ernest Bai Koroma treason case: Sierra Leone drops charges against ex-president over coup attempt
Sierra Leone has dropped treason charges against ex-President Ernest Bai Koroma, who was arrested in connection with a 2023 coup attempt. The charges were dropped on health grounds.
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South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...
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...