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Meta faces a potential $1.4 trillion penalty in a youth safety lawsuit as four US states accuse it of addicting teens to Facebook and Instagram, with a New Mexico verdict adding pressure.

Russia is experiencing widespread fuel shortages due to Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries, affecting nearly all regions and prompting emergency measures and importation of fuel.

Argentina's Football Federation is under US investigation for potential money laundering, coinciding with the national team's World Cup campaign. The probe involves significant financial transactions through American banks.

During a NATO meeting, President Trump mistakenly referred to Japan instead of Iran, sparking renewed debate over his mental fitness and cognitive health.

Wreckage from a missing K2 Airways cargo plane was found in the Arabian Sea. The search for the five missing crew members continues, with authorities deploying extensive resources.

Done Global CEO Ruthia He sentenced to 6 years for a scheme that distributed tens of millions of Adderall pills and targeted vulnerable patients, prosecutors say.

French lawmakers approve a controversial police bill giving officers the benefit of the doubt in fatal shootings, igniting fierce warnings over accountability and justice.

Ukraine failed to stop all 29 Russian missiles. Canada responds with a major air defence package and $900 million in new military aid as Kyiv races to strengthen its skies.

Donald Trump sparked international criticism at a live NATO summit meeting in Ankara after calling Iranians 'a bunch of scum' and claiming the US had hit Iran 'very powerfully' the previous night.

US President Donald Trump faced online ridicule after a viral video showed him appearing to struggle to stay awake during a NATO summit meeting with Turkish President Erdogan.

A K2 Airways cargo plane vanished over the Arabian Sea near Karachi after reporting a navigation issue, sparking a large-scale search for the missing crew.

Donald Trump's declaration that the Iran ceasefire is 'over' has triggered a backlash from former allies like Marjorie Taylor Greene, who accuse him of betraying his anti‑war promises.

Anne Manning Martin, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor in Massachusetts, was disqualified from the primary ballot due to alleged forged nomination signatures.

Hungary's new government suspends state media broadcasts to dismantle Viktor Orbán's propaganda machine, aiming to establish independent and trustworthy public broadcasting under Prime Minister Péter Magyar.

A lawsuit accuses the Trump administration of sharing confidential asylum data with Iran, allegedly exposing Iranian asylum seekers to persecution, torture, and death.

Nicki Minaj's visit to a White House lunch with Donald Trump, capped by an Oval Office photo-op, has triggered fierce accusations from some fans that she has 'sold her soul.'

Healthcare workers in Congo are striking over unpaid wages, jeopardising Ebola containment efforts as the outbreak worsens, with 580 deaths reported.

Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie has sparked a viral firestorm after mocking Senate leader Mitch McConnell's hospital phone calls with a satirical post detailing a fake, radical policy shift.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is under investigation for potentially violating voter residency laws, despite his strong stance against voter fraud.

CVS has agreed to pay £28.3 million after admitting to overbilling government health programmes for insulin, resolving a decade-long fraud case initiated by whistleblowers.

Donald Trump arrives at a tense NATO summit in Ankara with allies and officials on edge over his 'filthy mood,' defence‑spending attacks and demands for loyalty.

A hospitalised Mitch McConnell continues Senate duties, countering online health rumours. Conversations with senior Republicans affirm his engagement in national matters despite speculation.

Donald Trump has sparked fury after reposting a video of Black kindergarten children in hijabs at a Minnesota school, with critics accusing him of using his platform to target Muslim pupils.

Russia is deploying advanced jamming systems to disrupt Ukraine's Starlink-reliant drones, crucial for long-range strikes.

A student pilot in Argentina safely landed a plane after her instructor jumped out mid-flight. Authorities are investigating the unusual incident, which left the instructor dead.

US airlines are investing in premium travel options to attract high-spending passengers, expanding luxury services while economy travellers face higher costs and additional fees.

Tsunami, an 8-year-old Border Collie, helped rescue teams locate survivors after Venezuela's earthquakes, saving 25 lives. His efforts turned him into a symbol of hope and bravery.

A joint operation by the FBI and Google has disrupted a proxy network linked to millions of compromised Android TVs, highlighting the risks of cybercriminals exploiting smart home devices.

Mitch McConnell's prolonged hospitalisation raises questions about his Senate future, potentially triggering a special election in Kentucky that could reshape the state's political landscape.