Omesh Abeysekera
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Meta Faces $1.4 Trillion Lawsuit Over Child Harm
Analysts note that if successful, the lawsuit could reshape the tech industry’s liability landscape
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Asia’s Crops Scorched as Heatwave Intensifies
Health authorities warn of rising cases of heatstroke and dehydration
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Iran Reports No Progress with US
Iran has declared there has been no progress in efforts to revive the interim peace deal with the United States
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US & Iran Trade Conflicting Claims
Gulf states and UN envoys, are urging restraint, but the rhetoric from both capitals suggests that a breakthrough remains elusive
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Luxon Survives Second Leadership Challenge
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has won a confidence vote
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New Shipping Attacks Deepen Iran–US Impasse
Armed groups linked to Tehran targeted ships near the Strait of Hormuz
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Thailand Suspends Gun Permits After Mass Shooting
Authorities announced the suspension as part of emergency measures to curb firearm access
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Hormuz Talks Deadlock, Iran & US Set New Demands
Al Jazeera reports that both Iran and the United States introduced new conditions that risk prolonging the talks
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Trump Demands Reparations, Hormuz Deal Stalls
President Donald Trump demanded Iran pay reparations for decades of U.S. soldier deaths.
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US Appeals Court Allows Social Media Addiction Lawsuits to Proceed
The decision opens the door to potentially sweeping litigation against Big Tech
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Deadly Russian Missile Strikes Hit Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia
Russian missile attacks struck Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, killing and injuring civilians
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Powerful Earthquake Strikes Western Colombia, Scores Dead
A 7.4‑magnitude earthquake has devastated western Colombia
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Ship Crews Stranded in Gulf Since February
Many sailors describe the ordeal as “like being in prison,”
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Western Europe Sets New Heat Record Amid Relentless Heatwaves
while hospitals brace for a surge in heat‑related illnesses…
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China Evacuates One Million Ahead of Typhoon Dolphin
China has evacuated more than one million residents from coastal and low‑lying areas as Typhoon Dolphin…
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North Korea Deploys AI in Cyber Warfare
has begun building and deploying artificial intelligence tools to strengthen cyberattacks
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US–Iran ‘Semi‑Negotiations’ Amid Gaza Plan Rejection
The plan, which called for phased Israeli withdrawal and Hamas disarmament guarantees, was dismissed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
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Meta Hit with $567m Fine in Landmark Child Safety Case
Meta has been fined $567 million in what is described as the largest child safety
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Pakistan Army Chief’s Shift Weakens Islamist Groups; Blasphemy Cases Fall
Analysts suggest the military’s recalibration reflects growing concerns over extremism’s
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Trump Signs Orders Targeting Birthright Citizenship
Civil rights groups and legal scholars are preparing to contest the orders in court
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Student Opens Fire at Thai High School
A student has carried out a shooting at a high school in Thailand
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Sheikh Hasina Plans Return to Bangladesh
Sheikh Hasina has announced her intention to return to Bangladesh
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El‑Sayed’s Victory Sends Shockwaves Through Democrats
El‑Sayed, a progressive figure known for his outspoken advocacy on healthcare and climate policy
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Wayward SpaceX Rocket Hits the Moon
The incident highlights growing concerns about space debris management
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Greek Firefighters Push Back Wildfires Near Athens
After days of intense effort, crews managed to gain ground against the flames
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Russian Barrage Devastates Kyiv Region
killing at least 17 people and injuring dozens more. Residential buildings were reduced to rubble
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Proposed Hormuz Deal Raises Alarm
Oman would grant Tehran control over inbound maritime traffic into the Strait of Hormuz
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US Depletes Long-Range Precision Missiles in Iran War
Pentagon’s stockpiles of advanced munitions, crucial for striking targets deep inside Iranian territory, have been heavily depleted
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Iran Accuses US of Stalling Hormuz–Oman Deal
According to Tehran, Washington’s sanctions and continued pressure are undermining regional efforts to stabilize one of the world’s most critical shipping routes.
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BJP Suffers Byelection Defeat Amid Student Protests
India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has lost a byelection in one of its traditional strongholds
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Trump Confirms Electronic MoU with Tehran
The MoU reportedly outlines preliminary terms on easing port blockades and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
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Netanyahu–Trump Rift as US–Iran Halt War
has voiced strong opposition, arguing that the deal undermines Israel’s security and emboldens Iran’s regional ambitions….
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6.7‑Magnitude Quake Strikes Indonesia
This quake follows a series of recent seismic events across Asia….
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India’s Fertility Rate Falls Below Replacement Level: Why It Matters
India’s fertility rate has dropped to 1.9 children per woman….
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Major Earthquake Strikes Southern Philippines, At Least 35 Dead
killing at least 35 people and injuring hundreds more. The tremor hit Mindanao….
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China Launches World’s First Wind‑Powered Underwater Data centre
The facility, submerged off Hainan Island, uses ocean cooling to reduce energy consumption….
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Apple Unveils Upgraded Siri With New AI Features at Annual Conference
Apple has introduced a significantly enhanced version of its Siri voice assistant….
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Israel Defies Trump With Brief Iran Fight, Seeks Leverage in Peace Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated calls for restraint. The move, described by analysts….
