A US congressional committee revealed classified Brazilian court rulings suspending accounts on the social media platform X, providing insight into choices that have sparked accusations about suspected censorship by the firm and its billionaire owner, Elon Musk.
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US Lawmakers Pass Billions in Long-Awaited Aid for Ukraine, Israel to Bolster War Efforts
Despite fierce opposition from Republican hardliners, the US House of Representatives approved a $95 billion legislation package giving security assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
TikTok Ban: US Passes Bill That Could Lead to Prohibition of Chinese App Unless Bytedance Divest Ownership
TikTok could be banned in the United States after the House of Representatives decisively passed legislation requiring the app's Chinese owner to divest from the company.
H5N1 Strain: Bird Flu Outbreak Blamed on Dairy Farms; USDA Confirms Cow-to-Cow Transmission
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the H5N1 bird flu virus strain has been found in raw milk from infected animals in significant amounts. However, it is still unclear how long the virus cans survive in milk.
Philippines Wants US, Japan to Fund Freight Railway Project After It Drops Funding Talks With China
The Philippines is seeking alternative financing deals for a freight railway project after funding talks with China were dropped.
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Dubai's major airport announced on Friday that it will limit the number of flights arriving for the next two days as it works to remove a three-day backlog caused by a record storm in the UAE.
A federal agency accused a famous gas station chain of employment procedures that discriminate against Black, Native American, and multiracial applicants.
EU privacy watchdog suggested that Meta platforms and other major online platforms should provide users with the choice to use their services for free, without the inclusion of targeted advertising.
The investigation conducted by Which? uncovered cases where labels inaccurately portrayed product origins as British, despite containing ingredients sourced from overseas.
A heartbreaking video captures the somber moment of an Australian farmer preparing a mass grave for 3000 sheep, shedding light on a significant concern.
IMF urges $42 billion aid for Ukraine amid Russia-Ukraine conflict, calling it a barrier to growth; G7 proposes using seized Russian assets.
NATO and the EU urge the G7 to boost Ukraine's defense amid fears of Russian advantage. Iran-Israel tensions necessitated calls for tighter sanctions.
Marina Bay Sands (MBS) reported a surge in profits by 51.5% to $811.4 million in the first quarter of 2024, which coincided with the increase in casino revenue to $859 million from $593 million the previous year.
A spokesperson for China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) said the US petition against its maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors is full of baseless allegations that impede trade and investment.
