In a surprising turn of events, Brazil’s federal supreme court justices voted unanimously to uphold orders suspending the use of Elon Musk’s social network X nationwide. This decision was made in response to X’s defiance of court requests to take down accounts or posts that were deemed to violate Brazil’s laws on political misinformation and
British Foreign Minister David Lammy recently announced the immediate suspension of some arms export licenses to Israel. This decision was made out of concerns that the arms could potentially be used in a way that would violate international law. Lammy clarified that this was not a blanket ban or an arms embargo, but a targeted
The recent virtual townhall held by WazirX co-founder Nischal Shetty shed light on the urgent need for users to withdraw their Indian Rupee (INR) balances from the platform. Following the unfreezing of 66 percent of users’ balances on August 26, there was initially a surge in withdrawals. However, this momentum has since slowed down, but
The incident involving Lucy Connolly, the wife of a Tory councillor, pleading guilty to publishing material to stir up racial hatred, highlights a disturbing trend of xenophobia and misinformation that can have severe consequences. This case, along with the riots that ensued due to false information about a knife attack, demonstrates the need for responsible
Asia-Pacific markets experienced a mixed day on Monday as investors digested the latest business activity data from China. The country’s official purchasing managers’ index for August revealed a slowdown in the manufacturing sector, with the PMI falling to 49.1, indicating a faster contraction compared to the previous month. On the other hand, the non-manufacturing PMI
As astronomers peer deeply into the vast expanse of our galaxy, they are beginning to uncover hints of a tumultuous past. Recent data collected by the Gaia satellite has shed light on a potential clash between the Milky Way and a group of orbiting stars. A distinct S-shaped bend in the galaxy’s disk has long
In a heartfelt message to survivors of domestic violence, It Ends With Us star and director Justin Baldoni expressed his admiration and support for those who have endured such hardships. His post, titled “Dear Survivor,” was shared with various organizations dedicated to helping survivors, emphasizing the importance of resilience and courage in the face of
Patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (Afib) and stable coronary artery disease (CAD) face challenges in managing their conditions effectively. However, a recent study, EPIC-CAD, has shown promising results with edoxaban (Savaysa) monotherapy as compared to dual antithrombotic therapy. The trial demonstrated improved net outcomes by considering both bleeding and ischemic events over a 12-month period.
The recent state elections in two eastern German states have brought attention to the rise of far-right parties, particularly the Alternative for Germany (AfD), which is on track to win a state election for the first time. The elections also highlight the potential backlash against Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s coalition, just a year before federal elections.
Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic Rep. and supporter of Republican former President Donald Trump, has been actively advising the GOP nominee on his campaign strategy. Gabbard’s recent suggestion to focus on Vice President Kamala Harris’ policy shifts during an upcoming debate raises interesting points for consideration. Through her previous experiences and direct interactions with Harris