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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz After Israeli Attacks
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed following Israeli military attacks in Lebanon, stating the strikes violate the US-Iran agreement. Ship traffic through the critical waterway halved amid escalating tensions.
Niger formally notifies ICC withdrawal
Niger officially submitted its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, effective one year from notification. The move comes amid broader African scrutiny of the institution.
Brexit's economic impact becomes clearer after 10 years
A decade after the UK's withdrawal from the EU, economists are reassessing predictions of long-term economic damage. The analysis examines what actually happened versus earlier forecasts and Brexit's effects on Northern Ireland.
EU Nations Lead Turkish Investment Targets
Turkish investors held 2,251 direct investments across 128 countries, with European Union nations attracting the largest share. EU countries remain the primary destination for Turkish overseas investments.
GM Increases Brazil Investment, Criticizes EV Quota Policy
General Motors announced an additional R$3.5 billion investment in Brazil, raising its total commitment to R$10.5 billion through 2028. The company simultaneously criticized government quota benefits that it contends favor BYD.
Actor Plays Violent Role in Tamil Film 'Chinna Chinna Aasai'
Director Varsha Vasudev's languid love story 'Chinna Chinna Aasai' features actor Madhoo in the lead role of Leela. The film explores intimate relationships and personal connections through a nuanced narrative.
Gulf Harbour Trial Examines Suffocation, Neglect Death
A murder trial centers on whether suffocation combined with denial of food, water, and medical care caused the death of Shulai Wang. Defendants claim panic, not premeditation, motivated their actions.
Starmer grants Burnham government access during transition
Outgoing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is offering Labour leadership candidates, including Andy Burnham, access to civil servants. The move facilitates an orderly transition as Starmer prepares to leave office within four weeks.
Turkish Football League Announces Spending Limits
The Turkish Football Federation announced squad spending limits for the 2026-2027 Süper Lig season. The spending caps apply to all clubs in the top division for the upcoming campaign.
Burkina Faso Adopts Religious Freedom Legislation
Despite weeks of public protests, parliament passed a controversial law placing religious organizations under state oversight. Officials framed the legislation as necessary to prevent sectarian abuses and preserve the secular character of government.
Bangladesh coal plant unit returns to power generation
The third generation unit of the Barapukuria coal-fired power facility in Bangladesh resumed electricity production, adding additional coal-based capacity to the national grid. The restart supports increased domestic energy demand amid growing consumption.
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Schools Call for Funding and Vulnerable Student Support
A government report warns that 8,000 teenagers in alternative education leave without qualifications, many turning to welfare or crime. Schools are demanding increased funding and reformed support programs.