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TechnologyMay 16

YouTube, Snap and TikTok Settle School District Social Media Addiction Lawsuit

Three major social media platforms reached settlement agreements with a school district ahead of trial in a lawsuit alleging the companies contributed to student addiction.

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PoliticsApr 17

Senate Votes to Repeal Boundary Waters Mining Restrictions

The Senate voted 50-49 to overturn Biden administration protections that blocked mining near Minnesota's Boundary Waters wilderness area.

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TechnologyMar 5

Google settles with Epic Games, reduces Play Store commission fees to 20%

Google announced changes to its Play Store practices, including reduced commission fees, as part of a settlement with Epic Games in their antitrust case.

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WorldMar 27

Southeast Asia Revives Nuclear Power Plans Amid Energy Demand and Regional Conflicts

Five Southeast Asian nations are pursuing nuclear power to meet surging energy demands from AI data centers while regional conflicts highlight energy security vulnerabilities.

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WorldApr 30

Over 50 Countries Gather in Colombia to Discuss Fossil Fuel Phase-Out Plans

More than 50 nations convened in Santa Marta, Colombia, to explore concrete strategies for transitioning away from oil, gas, and coal amid global energy concerns.

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TechnologyApr 22

Consumer Group Sues Meta Over Alleged Inadequate Scam Ad Prevention

The Consumer Federation of America filed a lawsuit against Meta, claiming the company misled consumers about its efforts to combat scam advertisements.

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WorldJun 6

European, UK Officials Call for Increased Defense Spending Amid Security Concerns

Italy's defense minister advocates for new European military alliance while UK announces defense investment plan ahead of NATO summit.

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PoliticsApr 30

Trump Reviews Potential Reduction of US Troops in Germany

President Trump said Wednesday he is reviewing a possible reduction of U.S. military forces stationed in Germany.

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PoliticsMay 27

Trump calls for CFTC to maintain exclusive authority over prediction markets

President Trump said Tuesday it was critically important for federal regulators to retain control over prediction markets amid state regulatory efforts.

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WorldMar 5

Regional Missile Defense Systems Under Strain as Middle East Conflict Expands

Multiple Middle Eastern countries face drone and missile attacks as regional conflict widens, raising concerns about interceptor stockpiles.

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OtherJun 4

Bahamas disappearance of American woman now investigated as murder case

U.S. authorities are treating the April disappearance of Lynette Hooker in Bahamian waters as a murder investigation.

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WorldMar 13

China Orders Immediate Ban on March Fuel Exports, Sources Say

China has reportedly ordered an immediate ban on fuel exports for March, according to industry sources.

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HealthApr 21

Judge to Sentence Purdue Pharma, Clearing Path for $7 Billion Opioid Settlement

A federal judge is expected to sentence OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma to forfeit $225 million, finalizing a settlement requiring Sackler family members to pay up to $7 billion.

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WorldMar 27

Ukraine War Prompts European Military Changes, Germany Increases Defense Spending

The conflict in Ukraine has led to shifts in European military thinking, with Germany notably increasing its defense capabilities.

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WorldApr 2

Pakistan, Afghanistan Resume China-Mediated Talks to End Month-Long Border Conflict

Pakistani and Afghan Taliban officials are meeting in China to negotiate a ceasefire after fighting that began following a disputed airstrike in Kabul.

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