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Social Media Addiction Lawyer on Landmark Trial: 'Social Media Is Inherently Unhealthy for Kids'
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Social Media Addiction Lawyer on Landmark Trial: 'Social Media Is Inherently Unhealthy for Kids'

Human rights organizations are celebrating a 'watershed' verdict in a landmark social media addiction trial, where Meta and YouTube were found to have deliberately designed addictive products, sparking widespread calls for reform. Emily Jeffcot, a lawyer for the plaintiff, emphasized the significance of the trial, stating that social media is "inherently unhealthy for kids."

African Leaders Welcome UN Resolution Declaring Slavery Gravest Crime Against Humanity
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African Leaders Welcome UN Resolution Declaring Slavery Gravest Crime Against Humanity

African leaders, including President John Mahama, have welcomed a landmark UN General Assembly resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as 'the gravest crime against humanity,' intensifying the global debate over reparations, though questions about implementation remain.

OpenAI Halts Sora AI Video Tool, Abandons Disney Deal Amid Compute Redirection
TechnologyReutersFThelsingin-sanomat+7aktualne-czhvgindian-expressklix-bachannel-news-asiataiwan-newsmorocco-world-news8h ago10 sources

OpenAI Halts Sora AI Video Tool, Abandons Disney Deal Amid Compute Redirection

OpenAI has ceased development of its AI video-generation app Sora and also abandoned plans for a ChatGPT adult mode, following earlier reports of a terminated partnership with Disney, with some reports highlighting how this redirects compute resources and benefits other AI video companies like ReelTime.

Pakistan Confirms Mediation in US-Iran Talks, Prevented Targeting of Iranian Officials
PoliticsReutersbloombergFT+37The GuardiancbctagesschaufazSCMPFrance 24irozhlasrzeczpospolita+29 more13h ago40 sources

Pakistan Confirms Mediation in US-Iran Talks, Prevented Targeting of Iranian Officials

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that US-Iran 'indirect talks' are taking place through messages relayed by Pakistan, with Pakistan successfully intervening to prevent Israel from targeting senior Iranian officials Abbas Aragchi and Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf.

Culturestraits-times19h ago

Penang to Restore 10 Heritage Landmarks

Ten heritage landmarks in Penang are slated to undergo restoration and upgrading efforts, aiming to preserve the historical and cultural significance of the sites.

Google, Meta Found Liable in Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial
TechnologyAPBBCbloomberg+59NYTwsjFTle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dk+51 more1d ago62 sources

Google, Meta Found Liable in Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial

A California jury found social media giants Google and Meta liable for harming a young woman by designing addictive platforms, a historic verdict that could influence numerous other cases, with reports from Sweden also confirming the judgment that Instagram and YouTube caused depression.

Meta Ordered to Pay $375 Million in New Mexico Child Safety Lawsuit
TechnologyReutersBBCwsj+31le-mondeThe GuardianAl JazeeratagesschaufazberlingskeDWlsm-lv+23 more1d ago34 sources

Meta Ordered to Pay $375 Million in New Mexico Child Safety Lawsuit

A New Mexico jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million in civil penalties, finding the company liable for misleading consumers about platform safety and enabling harm to young users, a verdict hailed as a historic victory for child protection.

Danes Vote in Parliamentary Election, PM Frederiksen Favored
PoliticsBBCThe Guardiandr-dk+16fazberlingskeDWSCMPsvenska-dagbladetder-standardFrance 24orf+8 more2d ago19 sources

Danes Vote in Parliamentary Election, PM Frederiksen Favored

Danes are casting their votes in a parliamentary election, with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen favored to win a third term after gaining support for her firm stance against Donald Trump and addressing domestic issues like the cost of living.

Ghana and Colombia Seal Maritime Shipping Deal
Worldmyjoyonline2d ago

Ghana and Colombia Seal Maritime Shipping Deal

Ghana and Colombia have signed a landmark agreement to establish a direct maritime shipping route between the Port of Tema and the Port of Cartagena, aiming to boost trade between Africa and Latin America.

Chuck Norris, roundhouse-kicking action star, has died at age 86
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Chuck Norris, roundhouse-kicking action star, has died at age 86

The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and action star of “Walker, Texas Ranger” died Thursday, in w…

Saltverk Partners with iHerb for Global Distribution
Businessmorgunbladid7d ago

Saltverk Partners with iHerb for Global Distribution

Saltverk, an Icelandic producer of sustainable handmade flake salt, has announced a new partnership with iHerb, a major global e-commerce platform for health and lifestyle products. This collaboration will make Saltverk's products available worldwide through iHerb.

Pope Leo to Visit Africa, Call for Peace
WorldThe Independent9d ago

Pope Leo to Visit Africa, Call for Peace

Pope Leo is scheduled to embark on a landmark tour of Africa, during which he will visit a mosque and advocate for peace, in addition to meeting local bishops and celebrating Masses.

Xylofagou potato victim of weekend storms
Culturecyprus-mail10d ago

Xylofagou potato victim of weekend storms

The big potato, a cultural landmark in Xylofagou in the Larnaca district, lies on the ground after toppling off its stand due to extreme weather conditions over the weekend. According to Facebook page ‘The Big Potato Cyprus’, the prevailing winds and rain on Saturday and Sunday caused the statue to fall off its stand. “The […]

Seoul to host citywide festival for BTS' ‘Arirang’ comeback
CultureKorea Herald10d ago

Seoul to host citywide festival for BTS' ‘Arirang’ comeback

Seoul will be marking BTS’ comeback and new album “Arirang” with a monthlong citywide celebration, featuring large-scale public events and fan programs across major landmarks in the capital. Detailed plans for “BTS The City Arirang Seoul” were unveiled Monday through the group’s global fan platform Weverse. The festival will run from March 20, the day the new album drops, through April 19. Several landmark events are scheduled for the album’s release day. Media facade displays will illuminate hi

Canada Hits NATO's 2% Spending Target Under Carney
PoliticsReutersNYTFT+48yle-uutisetcbcfazberlingskeDWlsm-lvder-standardFrance 24+40 more2h ago51 sources

Canada Hits NATO's 2% Spending Target Under Carney

Under the leadership of Carney, Canada has finally met NATO's military spending target of 2 percent of its gross domestic product, a benchmark that has previously drawn criticism from American presidents including Trump.

US Troop Movements Fuel Iran Attack Fears; Trump Claims Deal Close Despite Tehran's Denials
PoliticsAPbloombergNYT+58wsjThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNNFox Newsnrktimes-uk+50 more13h ago61 sources

US Troop Movements Fuel Iran Attack Fears; Trump Claims Deal Close Despite Tehran's Denials

The Pentagon has ordered a greater military presence in the Middle East, fueling fears of a risky ground attack on Iran. Meanwhile, Donald Trump continues to claim a deal to end the war is close, despite Iranian officials flatly denying any such agreement is possible and calling U.S. claims a self-negotiated defeat.

Meta and Google Face International Legal Action Over Social Media Addiction
TechnologyReutersBBCbloomberg+40economistwsjFTThe GuardianAl JazeeraCNNnzztagesschau+32 more15h ago43 sources

Meta and Google Face International Legal Action Over Social Media Addiction

A US jury found Meta and Google liable for intentionally designing addictive social media platforms, a ruling echoed by a Hungarian court, with new reports from Germany also finding Meta and Google negligent, raising stakes for tech giants and potentially opening the door to more lawsuits globally.

Trump Denies Iran Cease-Fire Amid Rising Oil Prices on Troop Deployment Talks
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+69bloombergNYTwsjFTThe GuardianAl JazeeraCNNFox News+61 more17h ago72 sources

Trump Denies Iran Cease-Fire Amid Rising Oil Prices on Troop Deployment Talks

Donald Trump denies a cease-fire with Iran, despite asserting Iran is eager for a deal and negotiating with the US, while Tehran denies direct talks. Amidst ongoing strikes, focus on Iran talks, and discussions of US troop deployment to the Middle East, crude oil prices and tech stocks have risen, as Iran reviews a US ceasefire plan.

Icelandic Thriller 'Dead Weight' (Gestum) Set for International Film Adaptation
Cultureiceland-review1d ago

Icelandic Thriller 'Dead Weight' (Gestum) Set for International Film Adaptation

Hildur Knútsdóttir's Icelandic thriller novel, "Gestum" (also known as "Dead Weight"), is being adapted for the screen following a new international production agreement. Act4, co-led by Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, in collaboration with Mad Rabbit Productions, has secured the film rights, with 'The Handmaid's Tale' director Kari Skogland also involved in the adaptation.

20-Year Study Reveals Limits to Cloning Clones in Mice
ScienceThe Independenthotnews2d ago2 sources

20-Year Study Reveals Limits to Cloning Clones in Mice

A landmark 20-year study involving 1,206 cloned mice has revealed an unexpected limit to how many times a clone can be cloned, addressing long-standing speculation about the potential degrading effect of successive cloning.

EU and Australia Seal Landmark Free Trade Deal After Years of Negotiations
BusinessFTnostagesschau+6berlingskeFrance 24de-volkskrantdnevnik-bgstraits-timesrfi-english2d ago9 sources

EU and Australia Seal Landmark Free Trade Deal After Years of Negotiations

The European Union and Australia have successfully concluded a comprehensive free trade agreement after years of negotiations, aiming to boost exports, reduce tariffs, remove trade barriers, and secure raw materials for the EU amid global trade uncertainty.

Comic Book Artist Sam Kieth Dies at 63
Culturevariety4d ago

Comic Book Artist Sam Kieth Dies at 63

Sam Kieth, the acclaimed comic book creator known for 'The Maxx' and as a co-creator of 'Sandman,' has passed away at the age of 63 on March 15 due to Lewy Body Dementia.

Traditional Bulgarian Cuisine Podcast
Culturednevnik-bg4d ago

Traditional Bulgarian Cuisine Podcast

A podcast titled 'Your Grandma's Kitchen' explores what was cooked in Bulgarian households over a century ago, examining traditional dishes from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

WNBA's Historic CBA Teaches Girls Self-Advocacy
OpinionThe Guardian5d ago

WNBA's Historic CBA Teaches Girls Self-Advocacy

An opinion piece highlights how the WNBA's landmark collective bargaining agreement serves as a powerful lesson for girls on the importance of self-advocacy, despite underlying negative attitudes revealed during negotiations.

French Parties Strategize for Local Election Runoffs, Including Marseille
Politicsle-mondele-figaroder-standard+3France 24rfi-englishnewsbeast9d ago6 sources

French Parties Strategize for Local Election Runoffs, Including Marseille

French political parties are forming alliances and making strategic withdrawals ahead of local election runoffs, with new developments including Jordan Bardella urging the withdrawal of a right-wing candidate in Marseille to prevent a left-wing victory.

Xylophagou’s big potato flattened by storm winds
Culturein-cyprus10d ago

Xylophagou’s big potato flattened by storm winds

Strong winds lashing Cyprus yesterday caused damage across the island, including bringing down the giant potato sculpture that marks the entrance to the village of Xylophagou. The landmark collapsed under the force of the powerful winds battering the area. The Big Potato is a fibreglass statue that has stood at the entrance to Xylophagou since […]

US Social Media Verdict Prompts UK Ban Consideration, Impacts Meta's Market Cap
TechnologyBBCwsjwapo+10CNNnzznosruvel-mundomarketwatchYahoochannel-news-asia+2 more2h ago13 sources

US Social Media Verdict Prompts UK Ban Consideration, Impacts Meta's Market Cap

Following landmark US social media addiction trials that found Meta and YouTube liable for harming children, the UK is actively considering a ban on social media for under-16s, while Meta has seen a significant $119 billion drop in market capitalization due to new regulatory risks.

AU Calls UN Slave Trade Vote a Step Towards 'Healing' and Reparations
WorldBBCyle-uutisetnos+13fazDWFrance 24aktualne-czobservadordanasklix-barfi-english+5 more9h ago16 sources

AU Calls UN Slave Trade Vote a Step Towards 'Healing' and Reparations

The UN General Assembly has adopted a landmark resolution defining the enslavement of Africans as 'the gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparations. The African Union has welcomed this vote as a crucial step towards 'healing', urging African leaders to translate the resolution into tangible national development initiatives.

Culturerolling-stonebillboard3d ago2 sources

Bruce Springsteen Lends 'Born in the U.S.A.' to ACLU for Birthright Citizenship Video

Bruce Springsteen has teamed up with the ACLU to release a video using his song 'Born in the U.S.A.' to highlight the stakes of an upcoming Supreme Court case on birthright citizenship. The video was released ahead of the Supreme Court hearing oral arguments in a landmark case about the Trump administration's attempts to rewrite the 14th Amendment.

[팟캐스트] (776) 다가오는 BTS 컴백, 도시가 무대가 되다
CultureKorea Herald8d ago

[팟캐스트] (776) 다가오는 BTS 컴백, 도시가 무대가 되다

Seoul becomes citywide stage for BTS comeback 진행자: 최정윤, Tannith Kriel 기사 요약: 21일 광화문에서 열릴 예정된 BTS 컴백 무대를 앞두고 서울 전역에서 호텔과 주요 관광지, 상점들이 손님 맞이 준비에 나서고 있다. [1] As K-pop supergroup BTS prepares for its long-awaited comeback, Seoul is turning purple as hotels, landmarks and shops gear up for the group’s return. long-awaited: 오래 기다리던, 고대했던 gear up: 채비하다 [2] Across the capital, businesses are rolling out themed experiences tied to “BTS The City Arirang Seoul,” a citywide initiative developed with the gr

FG secures £746m UK deal for Nigeria’s port upgrade in 50 years
Politicsvanguard-ng8d ago

FG secures £746m UK deal for Nigeria’s port upgrade in 50 years

The Federal Government has secured a landmark £746 million financing agreement with the United Kingdom to deliver the most ambitious modernisation of Nigeria’s seaport infrastructure in nearly 50 years. The post FG secures £746m UK deal for Nigeria’s port upgrade in 50 years appeared first on Vanguard News.

EVP-AfD Cooperation Sparks 'Brandmauer' Debate in Germany and Europe
Politicsnzztagesschaufaz+3index-hrluxemburger-wortbalkan-web9d ago6 sources

EVP-AfD Cooperation Sparks 'Brandmauer' Debate in Germany and Europe

The alleged cooperation between the EVP and the AfD in the European Parliament has ignited a 'Brandmauer' debate, causing irritation and concern within the CSU and raising questions about the Union's standing in upcoming elections. While Germany maintains a strict stance against right-wing populists, other European countries operate under different rules, highlighting a broader European disagreement on how to engage with such parties.

Soda Stereo sparks frenzy with 30-date arena tour
Culturebuenos-aires-herald10d ago

Soda Stereo sparks frenzy with 30-date arena tour

Latin America’s favorite pop band lost frontman Gustavo Cerati more than a decade ago. Now his bandmates will bring him back, with a little help from video technology La entrada Soda Stereo sparks frenzy with 30-date arena tour se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

EPP Faces Pressure Over Alleged Cooperation with AfD in EU Parliament
Politicsfazorfdie-presse11d ago3 sources

EPP Faces Pressure Over Alleged Cooperation with AfD in EU Parliament

The European People's Party (EPP) is under pressure following reports of cooperation with the far-right AfD in an EU Parliament internal committee, with Fraktionschef Weber denying responsibility for staff chat groups. Other parties have condemned the alleged agreements, viewing them as a threat to democracy.