12 May 2026

World

EU and Global Push to Delay Children’s Access to Social Media Intensifies

Across Europe and beyond, governments are intensifying efforts to restrict children’s access to social media platforms, aiming to curb exposure to harmful content and addictive technologies. From France to Norway, a growing wave of legislation targets age verification and stricter controls on underage users, with the European Union signaling it will back these moves while holding tech giants accountable.

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eBay Firmly Rejects GameStop’s $55.5 Billion Takeover Bid

eBay , the global online marketplace giant, has decisively dismissed an unsolicited $55.5 billion (£40.9 billion) takeover offer from video game retailer GameStop . The e-commerce powerhouse labeled the bid as “neither credible nor attractive,” casting significant doubt on the feasibility and strategic value of the proposal.

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Final Passengers Leave MV Hondius as Hantavirus Concerns Subside

The last six passengers aboard the MV Hondius —comprising four Australians, one Briton, and one New Zealander—disembarked on Monday, marking a significant step toward resolving the recent health scare surrounding the vessel. Alongside them, several crew members also left the ship, concluding a complex repatriation process that spanned several days.

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Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire ‘On Massive Life Support’ Amid Rising Tensions

US President Donald Trump has cast doubt on the durability of the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, describing it as being on “massive life support.” His stark assessment signals deepening mistrust and escalating tensions despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to maintain peace in a volatile region. Trump’s Grim Assessment of the Ceasefire The ceasefire was initially seen as a crucial step toward reducing hostilities in the Gulf region, particularly over the strategic Strait of H

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Politics

Reform UK Welcomes a Genuine Councillor, Not an AI Creation

In an era where artificial intelligence increasingly influences politics and public representation, Reform UK has introduced a new councillor who is unmistakably human. Contrary to circulating rumors and the rise of AI-generated personas in political spheres, this councillor stands out as a real individual, embodying the party’s commitment to authentic public service.

Politics

Why Keir Starmer’s Labour Faces Ongoing Fallout from the Peter Mandelson Controversy

The Peter Mandelson saga continues to haunt Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer at a critical moment when millions of voters prepare to head to the polls across Scotland, Wales, and England. This controversy does more than just surface unresolved questions about past Labour governments—it directly challenges Starmer’s carefully crafted image as a principled, rule-abiding politician.

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