Meta & YouTube Liable: Jury Finds Social Media Harmful to Children
Los Angeles – A California jury’s decision finding Meta and YouTube liable for the harmful design of their platforms, and their impact on the mental health … Read more
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Canada-UK Trade Talks: Sidhu & Bryant Meet at WTO Ministerial Conference
YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon – Canada and the United Kingdom reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening trade and security ties on March 26, 2026, as global economic headwinds continue … Read more
Social Media & Kids’ Mental Health: Tech Giants Face Legal Reckoning
The fallout from a recent California court decision finding social media companies liable for the addictive nature of their platforms is only beginning to be felt. … Read more
US Army Raises Maximum Enlistment Age to 42
The U.S. Army is raising the age limit for new recruits to 42, a move intended to address ongoing challenges in meeting recruitment goals and to … Read more
Afghanistan: Taliban Education Ban & Its Impact on Women & Girls
Kabul, Afghanistan – In a quiet defiance of the Taliban’s ban on girls’ education, a growing network of clandestine schools is operating across Afghanistan, offering a … Read more
Argentina’s Economic Surplus Threatened by Emerging Cracks
Buenos Aires – Argentina’s ambitious economic overhaul, spearheaded by President Javier Milei, is facing its first significant test as early signs of slowing growth threaten to … Read more
AI Labels on X & Information Black Boxes: Latest News Trends
Tokyo – Users of the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, are reporting a curious phenomenon: images they post are being automatically labeled as … Read more
NZ & Iran Conflict: Risks, Legality & What’s at Stake | The Conversation
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway bordering Iran and Oman, is once again at the center of international concern. Recent escalations in the Middle East, … Read more
Spain Time Change 2026: When Clocks Go Forward & Daylight Saving Debate
Spain, like much of Europe, will spring forward again on March 29th, 2026, as clocks are adjusted for daylight saving time. This annual cambio de hora … Read more
Iran-US Conflict: Trump, Gulf States & Potential Talks – Updates
Washington – Gulf Arab states are signaling a complex and nuanced position regarding potential conflict with Iran, indicating they desire a de-escalation of tensions but not … Read more
Loana Death: Cause, Circumstances & Legacy of ‘Loft Story’ Star
The death of Loana Petrucciani, a French television personality who rose to fame in the early 2000s with the reality present “Loft Story,” has prompted a … Read more