EU says ball in Meta's court on addictive design changes
EU Commission says Meta must propose changes to curb addictive social media designs, focusing on screen time and parental controls.
International Relations
Jerusalem court acquits nun's attacker on insanity grounds, orders hospitalisation
An Israeli court acquitted a man who attacked a nun in Jerusalem, citing insanity, and ordered up to six years of psychiatric care.
UK youth not in work or education falls below 1 million
The number of UK 16-24 year-olds not in work or education fell below 1 million in Q2 2026, though it remains high by European standards.
China, Nepal coordinate rescue after cross-border mudslide; hundreds missing
China and Nepal are jointly searching after a mudslide near Gyirong Port left hundreds missing, including nearly 100 Chinese citizens.
Drone strike damages Ozon logistics hub in Ufa
A drone attack caused minor damage and temporarily closed Ozon's logistics complex in Ufa, the company said, as Ukraine intensifies strikes on Russian e-commerce infrastructure.
Kremlin dismisses NATO attack reports as 'scare-stories'
Kremlin denies US media reports of a planned Russian attack on NATO, calling them scare-stories.
Odesa hit by heavy Russian drone and missile barrage, three wounded
A large-scale Russian overnight attack on Odesa injured three people and damaged homes, an educational facility, and other civilian sites.
Russia pounds nine Ukrainian cities in massive overnight barrage
Russia launched a massive overnight missile and drone attack on nine Ukrainian cities, killing one civilian and damaging residential areas, officials said.
Ukraine warns 2027 sowing area could shrink by a quarter as grain exports collapse
Ukraine's grain exports have plunged 60% in August due to Russia's port blockade, threatening a 25% reduction in 2027 sowing area.
Bulgaria approves seven minehunters from Belgium, Netherlands for Black Sea
Bulgaria's parliament approved a deal to acquire seven minehunter ships from Belgium and the Netherlands, boosting NATO's Black Sea de-mining force.
Six Months On, US-Iran Conflict Settles Into Costly Economic Stalemate
Six months after strikes, the US-Iran conflict is a stalemate. Tehran endures an economic siege, betting on time.
No Timetable for Iran Talks, Tehran Dismisses Economic Pressure
Trump says US is in no hurry for Iran talks; Pezeshkian asserts economic pressure will yield nothing.
Ontario Premier Vows All-Out Response to US Tariffs
Ontario Premier Doug Ford pledges to use every tool to counter US tariffs, urging provincial unity and a return to negotiations.
Russia Warns It Could Strike UK Military Targets Over Missile Deal
Russia threatens strikes on UK military targets after Britain allows Ukraine to produce Storm Shadow missiles.
Iran, Oman reach revenue-sharing deal for Strait of Hormuz shipping
Iran and Oman have agreed on revenue sharing from Strait of Hormuz shipping fees, Iran's IRGC announced, while blaming US obstruction for delays.
Torrential Rain Batters North-Central Japan, Triggering Floods and Landslides
Severe flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures strand residents, close roads, and cut power to over 1,000 homes.
Mount Kailash: Sacred peak at center of Himalayan flood tragedy
Glacial floods in the Himalayas have left over 100 Mount Kailash pilgrims missing, with at least 168 dead across Nepal and Tibet.
Regional Diplomacy Intensifies as Iran War Enters Sixth Month
Regional powers seek an off-ramp in the Iran war as a tanker is hit in the Strait of Hormuz and Gaza ceasefire faces strain.
Ukraine's August grain exports plunge 60% as Black Sea ports stay blocked
Ukraine's grain exports fell 60% in August as Russian attacks blocked Black Sea ports, with rail and Danube routes unable to compensate.
Russia Warns France, Britain Over Missile Tech Transfer to Ukraine
Russia accuses France and Britain of 'playing with fire' over missile tech transfers to Ukraine, warning of unpredictable consequences.