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UN Security Council Rejects Resolution to Extend Sanctions Relief for Iran

UN Security Council votes against extending sanctions relief for Iran, reinstating UN sanctions previously lifted under the JCPOA.

#iran, #un, #nuclear, #sanctions, #jcpoa

Typhoon Tapah Disrupts Southern China, Hong Kong, and Macao

Typhoon Tapah causes evacuations and transport disruptions in China, Hong Kong, and Macao, demonstrating effective disaster preparedness.

#typhoon, #china, #hongkong, #macao, #weather

France Erupts in Massive Protests Against Austerity Measures

France faces widespread protests as citizens oppose €44 billion austerity cuts, disrupting cities nationwide and challenging government policies.

#france, #protests, #austerity, #politics, #economy

Ebola Outbreak Declared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Kasai Province

DRC declares its 16th Ebola outbreak with 81 cases and 28 deaths in Kasai Province, prompting swift WHO response.

#ebola, #drc, #who, #health, #vaccination

NVIDIA Faces Scrutiny in China Over Alleged Anti-Monopoly Violations

China's regulator probes NVIDIA over 2020 Mellanox acquisition, amid U.S.-China trade tensions.

#nvidia, #china, #antimonopoly, #semiconductors, #technology

WTO Report Highlights AI's Impact on Future Global Trade

AI could boost global trade by 37% and GDP by 13% by 2040, says WTO, urging inclusive policies to ensure equitable benefits.

#wto, #artificialintelligence, #globaltrade, #economy

Devastating 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Central Myanmar, Thousands Feared Dead

A powerful earthquake in Myanmar could have a death toll exceeding 10,000, straining the country's ongoing humanitarian crisis.

#myanmar, #earthquake, #humanitariancrisis, #sagaingfault

France Stirs with Strikes Against Proposed Austerity Measures

Mass protests erupt in France opposing government austerity plans, disrupting transportation and education sectors.

#france, #austerity, #protests, #strikes

EU Slaps Google with €2.95 Billion Fine for Antitrust Violations

EU fines Google €2.95B for antitrust breaches in adtech, intensifying tech regulation scrutiny.

#eu, #google, #antitrust, #adtech, #fine

UN Report Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza

UN Human Rights Council accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza, urging global action as tensions escalate with ongoing military operations.

#unitednations, #israel, #palestine, #genocide, #humanrights

Israeli Airstrike in Doha Escalates Middle Eastern Tensions

Israel's airstrike in Qatar targets Hamas leaders, intensifying regional conflicts and diplomatic tensions.

#israel, #qatar, #hamas, #airstrike, #middleeastconflict

Pope Leo XIV Urges Diplomatic Commitment on Helsinki Accords Anniversary

Pope Leo XIV commemorates Helsinki Accords' 50th anniversary, emphasizing diplomacy amidst global conflicts.

#popeleoXIV, #helsinkiaccords, #diplomacy, #congo, #humanrights

Devastating JEF3 Tornado Strikes Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan

A powerful JEF3 tornado hits Shizuoka, Japan, causing one death, 83 injuries, and widespread damage. Recovery efforts are underway.

#japan, #tornado, #shizuoka, #climatechange, #disaster

UN Report Warns of Glacier Melt Impact on Global Water Security

UN highlights glacier melt's threat to water security, urging immediate global action to protect vital 'water towers.'

#climatechange, #watersecurity, #glaciers, #unitednations

Draghi Urges EU to Accelerate Economic Reforms Amid Global Competition

Mario Draghi calls for urgent EU economic reforms to boost global competitiveness against the US and China.

#mario draghi, #eu, #economic reform, #global competition