Senegal Doubles Prison Terms for Homosexuality in New Law
Senegal's parliament has passed legislation increasing prison sentences for homosexual acts from 1-5 years to 5-10 years, with no opposition votes and three abstentions.
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Boy Kills Puppies After Viewing Animal Cruelty Videos at School
A parliamentary committee was told a child killed a litter of puppies after being shown violent social media content at school, highlighting rising online harms and debates over under-16 bans.
WHO Warns of Unprecedented Catastrophe in Middle East Crisis
The World Health Organisation warns of an unprecedented catastrophe in the Middle East as Iranian boat attacks on fuel tankers and Israeli strikes in Beirut escalate tensions, with oil prices soaring above $100 a barrel.
China Focuses on Tech and Growth as Global Stability Force
At its annual Congress, China signals commitment to technology and economic growth, positioning itself as a stabilising force while tensions rise globally. The five-year plan emphasises AI, robotics, and conservative climate targets.
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Robodebt Whistleblower Reveals Systemic Failures in Australia
A whistleblower has exposed critical flaws in Australia's Robodebt scheme, highlighting a lack of justice and accountability for victims of the failed Centrelink debt recovery program.
WHO Warns Middle East Conflict Could Escalate to Nuclear War
The World Health Organization warns of unprecedented catastrophe as US, Israel and Iran exchange heavy fire. Dr Hanan Balkhy fears chemical, nuclear or radiological escalation with devastating environmental impact.
MPs Launch Inquiry into Student Loan Fairness for Graduates
The Commons Treasury committee has initiated an inquiry into student loans and graduate taxation, addressing concerns over unfair terms and their impact on financial planning for graduates.
Roman March Rituals: Sowing Conflict with Crops
Historical analysis reveals that March in ancient Rome was not just for agricultural sowing but also a period of political and social conflict, with rituals intertwining farming and power struggles.
Iran School Bombing: Demand for Justice and Child Safety
The bombing of Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Iran, killing 168 including schoolgirls, sparks outrage and calls for stronger international laws to protect children in war zones.
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Gordon Brown Calls for ICC for Crimes Against Children
Former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown advocates for a new International Criminal Court to prosecute crimes against children, citing global failures in justice.
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MPs Launch Student Loans Inquiry Amid 'Perfect Storm' for Youth
A parliamentary inquiry into student loans has been launched by MPs, addressing concerns over rising debt, high interest rates, and economic pressures facing young people in the UK.
14-Year-Old Student Dies After Collapsing During PE Lesson
Daniel Padilla Jr., a 14-year-old student at Fresno High School, tragically passed away after collapsing during a basketball game in PE class. The school district has offered condolences and support.
China's Ethnic Unity Law Raises Forced Assimilation Fears
China is set to pass a sweeping ethnic unity law mandating Mandarin Chinese in education, which critics warn erodes minority rights and promotes forced assimilation of its 55 ethnic groups.
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Rogan: Trump's Age and Iran Conflict Risk World War III
Podcaster Joe Rogan expresses alarm over President Trump's advancing age and military action against Iran, warning it could spark global conflict and questioning the justification.
Penny Wong Urges Australians in Middle East to Return Home
Foreign Minister Penny Wong warns Australians in the Middle East to leave immediately as flights are cancelled and security deteriorates. Over 27,000 flights have been cancelled, with 4.4 million seats removed.
Pope Blesses Baby Dressed as Him in Vatican Audience
During a weekly audience at St Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV blessed a baby dressed identically to him, while urging prayers for peace and civilian victims in the Iran War.
China Ethnic Unity Law Raises Minority Rights Concerns
China is poised to approve a sweeping ethnic unity law that critics argue will accelerate assimilation and undermine minority language and cultural rights, with legal penalties extending beyond its borders.
Israel Bombards Beirut and Southern Lebanon in Hezbollah Clash
Israeli forces have escalated military operations, launching heavy bombardments in Beirut and southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah positions and raising fears of a broader regional conflict.
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China's National People's Congress is poised to pass a new ethnic unity law, mandating Mandarin as the default language in schools and public signage, alongside environmental and economic plans.
Three Signs WW3 Is Unlikely as China and Putin's Stances Emerge
Amid escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict, analysis reveals China and Russia's reluctance to engage directly, offering hope for de-escalation despite global economic shocks.
Trump Declares US Won War with Iran at Kentucky Rally
Donald Trump asserted the US had won the war with Iran during a Kentucky rally, despite ongoing bombings in the Middle East and recent missile launches from Iran towards Israel.
Sydney Schoolgirl Assault: Three Teens Charged After Attack
Three teenage girls have been charged after distressing footage emerged showing a 13-year-old schoolgirl being assaulted and bullied in a Sydney high school toilet block.
Martin Lewis's Workplace Habit and Apology to Kemi Badenoch
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reportedly asked staff quick-fire maths questions, causing embarrassment. He also apologised for gatecrashing Kemi Badenoch's GMB interview on student loans.
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Professor's Transgender Athlete Comments Ignite Title IX Row
A sociology professor at Cal State San Bernardino declared she has had 'girlfriends with penises' during a heated university board meeting on transgender participation in women's sports.
Scottish School Strike Crisis Averted in Draft Deal
A draft agreement between the Educational Institute of Scotland and Scottish ministers could prevent widespread school closures planned for this month across multiple council areas.
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Sudan Drone Strike Kills 17, Including Schoolgirls, in Village
A drone attack blamed on Sudan's Rapid Support Forces struck a school and health centre in Shukeiri, killing at least 17 people, mostly schoolgirls, and wounding 10 others.
Toilet Paper Prank Leads to Fatal Student Accident
A high school student in the US died after a toilet paper prank went horribly wrong, raising serious concerns about school safety and student behaviour.
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Southern Accents Most Attractive in US Poll, Appalachian Least
A new survey reveals Southern American English is considered the most attractive accent in the United States, while Appalachian English faces the strongest cultural stigma among regional dialects.
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