Politics, Technology
Singapore Launches Dating App for Government Workers
Singapore has launched a new dating platform for people who work for the government. The goal is to raise the country's very low birthrate.
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Politics
Will Elections Change Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Bosnia and Herzegovina, a multi-ethnic country in the Balkans, is preparing for elections. Many people are asking whether this vote can bring real change to the nation.
Travel, Politics
Preaching on Ghana's Buses May Be Changing
Ghana, a country in West Africa, is known for its strong Christian population. Religion plays a large role in daily life there.
Travel, Politics
Co-Pilot Named in Flydubai Attack Case
A co-pilot has reportedly been identified after being accused of attacking the captain of a Flydubai flight. According to news reports, the man's name is Hamam al-Hammami.
Politics
Russia Strikes Second Major Bridge in Kyiv
Russia has struck a second major bridge in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. The bridge is called the Pivnichnyi, or Northern, Bridge.
Business, Politics
Energy Suppliers Urge Government to Act on Bills
Energy suppliers in the UK are putting pressure on the government to act quickly on energy bills.
Politics, Technology
Musk-Linked War Commission Worries Pentagon Officials
A new commission connected to Elon Musk is causing concern among officials at the Pentagon, according to a report from Politico. The commission is reportedly focused on the future of American warfare.
Politics, Business
Trump Threatens to Double Tariffs on South Korea Over Gas Pipeline
President Trump has threatened to double tariffs on South Korea. He says this will happen if the country does not help pay for a natural gas pipeline in Alaska.
Business, Politics
G7 Countries to Release 100 Million Barrels of Oil and Diesel
The G7, a group of seven major economies, has agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel onto the global market.
Politics
US Sends More Troops and a Warship Near Iran
The United States is sending a new aircraft carrier and around 10,000 troops to the Middle East. This comes amid growing concern about possible conflict with Iran.
Travel, Politics
Government Plans to End Extra Fees for Families Sitting Together on Flights
The UK government has announced plans to stop airlines charging extra fees for parents to sit next to their children on flights. Currently, some airlines charge extra money for families who want to sit together.
Politics
Australia: New Rules for Students, and Change at eSafety Agency
Australia's Labor government has announced plans to make it harder for international students to switch their course of study once they have arrived in the country. The change is part of wider efforts to manage the numbe
Politics
Trump Says Secret Service Wanted Him to Take Down Oval Office
President Trump has said that the Secret Service wanted him to 'take down' the Oval Office, the main room in the White House where he works. However, Trump has said he rejected this plan.
Politics, Travel
Netanyahu Says Flydubai Pilot Wanted to Crash Plane
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken about a pilot who worked for the airline Flydubai.
Politics
French High School Protests Turn Violent
Protests at French high schools have escalated into violence, with authorities reporting dozens of injuries.
Technology, Politics
Trump's New Name for AI Boosts Demand for Slovenian Websites
US President Donald Trump wants to change the name used for artificial intelligence, commonly known as AI. He prefers the term 'super intelligence', which is shortened to 'SI'.
Politics
Texas Candidate Paxton Privately Criticized Trump's Convention
Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee in Texas, has reportedly made private comments criticizing former President Trump.
Politics
Report: Catholic Clergy Abused Nearly 1,000 Children in Massachusetts
A new report from the Massachusetts attorney general's office says more than 270 Catholic clergy sexually abused nearly 1,000 children.
Sports, Politics
English Players Urged to Reconsider Afghan T20 Tournament
English cricketers who want to play in a new men's T20 franchise tournament in Afghanistan have been urged to reconsider. The Afghanistan Cricket Board is organising the event.
Politics
Dutch Defence Chief Warns of Europe’s ‘Window of Vulnerability’ Until 2030
The Dutch chief of defence, General Onno Eichelsheim, has warned that Europe faces a 'window of vulnerability' lasting until 2030.
