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Tech Giants Face Addiction Trial

Tech giants Meta (Instagram), ByteDance (TikTok), and Google (YouTube) are currently embroiled in a landmark Los Angeles trial, facing accusations that their platforms are intentionally designed to addict and harm children, leading to severe mental health issues. This pivotal case, which began with jury selection this week, marks the first time these companies will defend themselves before a U.S. jury against such claims, with its outcome potentially reshaping the future of social media for young users.

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US Exits Paris Climate Pact, Again

In a controversial move, the United States officially withdrew from the Paris climate agreement for a second time on January 27, 2026, initiated by President Donald Trump and making it the only nation to exit the pact. This decision, framed as an "America First" victory, is expected to significantly complicate global climate efforts and further damage the U.S.'s reputation as a reliable international partner.

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Fiscal Reform Imperative for Aging S. Korea

about 13 hours ago

Fiscal Reform Imperative for Aging S. Korea

South Korea is facing an urgent demographic crisis, rapidly becoming a "super-aged" society in 2024 with a critically low birth rate and one of the world's fastest-aging populations. This alarming trend threatens the nation's long-term economic stability and government finances, prompting President Yoon Suk-yeol to declare a "national emergency on population" to address the profound challenges.

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Iran's Rial Plummets Amid Deadly Crackdown

International

about 21 hours ago

Iran's Rial Plummets Amid Deadly Crackdown

Iran's national currency, the rial, has plummeted to an unprecedented 1.5 million to the US dollar, marking the country's deepest economic crisis amidst escalating nationwide protests and a brutal government crackdown. These demonstrations, initially sparked by severe economic hardship, have evolved into a movement demanding political change, met with thousands of reported deaths and a near-total internet shutdown by the regime.

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Indonesia to Unveil Transport Decarbonization Roadmap

Indonesia to Unveil Transport Decarbonization Roadmap

Indonesia is set to unveil a comprehensive roadmap in May 2026, aiming to decarbonize its transportation sector and significantly reduce carbon emissions from vehicles and infrastructure across the archipelago. This strategic initiative, announced by Coordinating Minister Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, underscores the nation's commitment to achieving its Net Zero Emission target by 2060 and fulfilling international climate pledges, with the roadmap expected to be presented at COP31.

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Uganda's Election: Museveni Secures Seventh Term Amidst Controversy

Uganda's Election: Museveni Secures Seventh Term Amidst Controversy

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has secured his seventh consecutive term with 71.65% of the vote, extending his four-decade rule amidst widespread criticism. The election was significantly overshadowed by a nationwide mobile internet shutdown and allegations of fraud and repression, leading opposition leader Bobi Wine to reject the results.

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International

India-EU Forge Defense Pact

India and the European Union are set to officially sign a landmark security and defense partnership agreement on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, significantly deepening strategic cooperation between the two global powers. This pact, following high-profile EU leadership visits to India's 77th Republic Day, aims to address complex global security threats through collaboration in areas like maritime security, cybersecurity, and counter-terrorism.

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Science

New Matter Phase Observed in 2D Crystal

Scientists at the University of Vienna have made a groundbreaking discovery, observing a new "hexatic" phase of matter—an elusive intermediate state between solid and liquid—in a crystal just one atom thick. This unprecedented finding, which resolves a decades-old question in condensed matter physics, was achieved by meticulously filming an ultra-thin silver iodide crystal as it melted, with AI assisting in tracking individual atoms.

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US Threatens Tariffs Over Canada-China Deal

International

US Threatens Tariffs Over Canada-China Deal

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has issued a stark warning, threatening 100 percent tariffs on all Canadian imports if Canada proceeds with a new trade agreement with China. This aggressive move highlights deepening rifts in international trade relations and could have severe economic repercussions for Canada, while China advocates for global economic cooperation.

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NZ Supreme Court: Uber Drivers Are Employees

Business

2 days ago

NZ Supreme Court: Uber Drivers Are Employees

New Zealand's Supreme Court has delivered a landmark ruling, unanimously declaring four Uber drivers as employees rather than independent contractors, granting them access to vital employment benefits like minimum wage and paid leave. This pivotal decision, made on November 17, 2025, sets a significant precedent for the nation's gig economy, challenging existing classification models and potentially paving the way for thousands more workers to gain full employment rights.

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South Korea's AI Law: Balancing Growth, Trust

Technology

2 days ago