Australia's Tech Tax Plan Sparks Meta Dispute
Meta is clashing with Australia over a proposed tax on domestic revenue for tech giants that refuse to sign news licensing deals. The Australian government is p
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Google AI Rules Shift Power to Publishers
UK regulators have introduced new rules for Google’s use of news content in its AI-powered search results. These changes give publishers more control over wheth
US Targets 60 Nations with Tariffs Over Forced Labor
The US Trade Representative has launched an investigation into 60 countries, including China and Canada, over alleged forced labor enforcement failures. Public
Xi Jinping to Meet Kim Jong Un in Rare Visit to North Korea
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit North Korea in a rare diplomatic move, just weeks after meeting with US and Russian leaders. The visit marks a sign
Lebanon’s Historical Sites Under Threat
Israel’s military offensive into southern Lebanon is causing widespread damage. Centuries-old historical and cultural landmarks are being heavily impacted. The
MPs Back Assisted Dying Bill, But Not Revival by Parliament Act
The UK Parliament's assisted dying bill has garnered significant support, but its backers are hesitant about reviving it through the Parliament Acts. Several pr
Britain’s Drift Towards Extremism
Recent comments from a prominent political figure suggest a growing sense of crisis within the UK. Zia Yusuf, a leading voice within Reform UK, has publicly acc
Foreign Investors Shun Korea and Taiwan Markets
Foreign investors are turning their backs on the stock market rallies in Korea and Taiwan, instead choosing to pour money into Japanese equities. This trend has
New York Sues Over Abandoned Wind Project Funding
New York, along with six other states, is taking legal action against the federal government. They challenge a deal made during the Trump administration. It inv
Singapore’s Press Freedom Paradox
Singapore presents a challenge to global press freedom rankings. The city-state’s unique media environment doesn’t easily fit traditional definitions of „free”
Nvidia Unveils 'Superchip' for AI-Powered Laptops and PCs
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang introduced the RTX Spark laptop at Computex 2026 in Taipei, showcasing the company's latest innovation. The event highlighted Nvidia's e
Taiwan Opposition Leader Visits US
Taiwan's main opposition leader, Cheng Li-wun, is heading to the US for a two-week visit starting June 1, 2026. She is the chair of the Kuomintang (KMT) party.