Should social media be banned for adults too? Readers debate
Readers discuss whether social media harms adults as well as teens, the misuse of words like 'epicentre', homelessness in London, and UK defence spending.
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Ella Baron Cartoon on Women's Rights Reform Plan
Ella Baron's cartoon critiques a proposed reform plan aimed at strengthening women's rights in the UK, highlighting gaps and potential pitfalls.
Report: Design Flaws and Groupthink Led to Titan Sub Disaster
Canadian safety officials released a damning report on the Titan submersible implosion, citing design flaws, groupthink, and confirmation bias at OceanGate as key factors in the catastrophe.
French Police Can Use Water Cannon on Asylum Seekers in UK Deal
French riot police in northern France under a £660m UK deal can use water cannon against asylum seekers, sparking outrage from refugee charities who call the tactic 'sickening'.
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UK Braces for Russian Retaliation After Seizing Oil Tanker
British forces seized the Smyrtos, a Russian-linked oil tanker, near the Isle of Wight. Officials expect Russia to retaliate, prompting heightened vigilance among UK ship owners.
Trump DoJ Nominee Won't Call Jan 6 an 'Attack'
Don Berthiaume, Trump's nominee for DoJ inspector general, declined to describe the January 6 Capitol riot as an 'attack' during Senate confirmation, calling it 'protests and such'.
Yacht vs Warship: Channel Standoff Highlights Tensions
A British couple's holiday yacht faced a Russian frigate in the Channel, leading to warning shots and a diplomatic row. The incident underscores fragile Anglo-Russian relations.
Trump DoJ Nominee Refuses to Call Jan 6 Riot an 'Attack'
Don Berthiaume, Trump's pick for DoJ inspector general, declined to label the January 6 Capitol riot as an 'attack' during Senate testimony.
US-Iran MOU: Strait of Hormuz reopening, oil sanctions waiver
Senior US officials reveal the preliminary MOU with Iran to end the 110-day conflict, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz, waiving oil sanctions, and nuclear negotiations.
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Burnham Team Urges Ministers to Delay Resignations
Allies of Labour's Makerfield candidate Andy Burnham have persuaded ministers not to resign early to prevent Keir Starmer's government from collapsing into chaos after the byelection.
How Quickly Could Andy Burnham Become UK Prime Minister?
If Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield byelection, he could replace Keir Starmer as UK prime minister within days or weeks, depending on various political scenarios and potential challenges.
Two students drown after being swept out to sea while napping
Harshita Nair, 21, and Mahial Sran, 20, died after being swept out to sea from a Santa Cruz beach amid king tides and dangerous rip currents.
Mississippi Officer on Leave After Baby Killed in Walmart Lot
A Mississippi police officer is on leave after a shooting during a shoplifting call killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, sparking protests in Senatobia.
Oklahoma candidate drops out after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer, a Christian nationalist and Pastors for Trump founder, suspends his campaign following reports of intimate text messages and loses Trump endorsement.
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Activists Fight for Permanent Closure of 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Environmental and immigrant rights groups welcome reports of detainee transfers from Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center but push for permanent closure and Everglades restoration.
Georgia GOP Defies Trump, Refuses to Redraw Districts
Georgia Republicans declined to redraw congressional maps during a special session, defying Trump's calls amid a Supreme Court ruling weakening the Voting Rights Act.
LA Leaders Demand Inquiry After Police Shoot Dog Jameson
Los Angeles police shot and killed a two-year-old Saint Bernard doodle named Jameson while responding to a noise complaint about a Knicks celebration. Mayor Karen Bass and city councilmembers call for a transparent investigation.
Families Face Gilgo Beach Killer at Sentencing
Families of Rex Heuermann's victims delivered emotional statements at his sentencing, where he received life without parole for murdering eight women.
Hanson Backlash Over Monoculture Speech, Iran Deal Details
Pauline Hanson's 'monoculture' speech draws sharp backlash. Trump releases Iran deal details. Earth's Black Box to be installed in Tasmania. Queensland thrash NSW in Origin.
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Trump’s Iran Deal: Realism Trumps Maximalist War Goals
Analysis of Trump's Iran deal: the US abandoned maximalist goals for a pragmatic exit, despite political backlash and comparisons to the JCPOA.
Trump admin joins lawsuit against Evanston reparations program
The Trump administration has joined a lawsuit to stop Evanston, Illinois' reparations program for Black residents, arguing race-based criteria are unconstitutional.
Solstice-Aligned Monument Found Near Stonehenge
Archaeologists have uncovered a 5,000-year-old solstice-aligned monument near Stonehenge, calling it a 'once in a lifetime' find that may be a prototype for the famous site.
Corrections: Rutland Place images and Camping Club membership
Correcting errors: Rutland Place images were of Versailles; Camping and Caravanning Club has 572,000 members, not 730,000.
Cassidy: Trump's Iran Deal Worst Foreign Policy Blunder
Outgoing Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy attacks the Trump administration's interim Iran agreement, calling it 'the worst foreign policy blunder in decades' and criticizing concessions to Tehran.
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Harvard and Bard Face New Scrutiny Over Epstein Ties
Rep. Jamie Raskin demands a comprehensive accounting from Harvard and Bard over their ties to Jeffrey Epstein, seeking records and interviews with key leaders.
Trump Signs 14-Point Iran Deal, Averts Depression
President Trump signs a 14-point agreement with Iran, claiming it prevents a worldwide depression. The deal includes financial concessions, ceasefire, and nuclear talks, sparking mixed reactions.
One Nation Senator Roberts Seeks Full Abortion Ban
One Nation senator Malcolm Roberts says he will push for the party to adopt a blanket ban on abortion, contradicting leader Pauline Hanson's position.
Hanson's reading habit offers hope for Islam debate
Australia's Islamophobia envoy Aftab Malik welcomes Pauline Hanson's use of a book, urging more reading to reframe the debate on Islam and Muslims in Australia.
G7 Allies License Ukraine to Produce Air-Defence Missiles
G7 leaders agree to license Ukraine to produce air-defence missiles and long-range systems, addressing critical shortages. Germany and US support cooperation, while EU considers extending refugee status.
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Australia to publicly name lobbyists with parliament access
New transparency rules require MPs to sponsor lobbyist passes, with names listed online. Fees introduced, access hours restricted.
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