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Manchester Derby VAR Error Caused by 'Tunnel Vision', Says Pro Ref Chief
Howard Webb, head of English professional football's refereeing body Pro Ref, stated that the erroneous VAR decision in the Manchester derby was due to 'tunnel vision' by officials.
Al Jazeera
Rescued Moon Bears from South Korea Find Forever Home in UK
Five moon bears, rescued from illegal bile farms in South Korea, have arrived at their new specially designed sanctuary at Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park in the UK.
BBC News
Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci Awaits War Crimes Verdict
Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci and three ex-commanders are awaiting a court verdict on alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Al Jazeera
US Bill Threatens Up to 100% Tariffs on Countries Buying Russian Oil, India Could Be Affected
A new US House bill could empower the President to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries purchasing Russian oil and gas, potentially impacting major importer India.
DW
EU Commission President Von der Leyen Considers Canada as Bloc's First 'Associate Member'
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU is exploring the possibility of Canada becoming its first 'associate member,' a new status that would need to be created from s
DW
Global Gender Gap Progress 'Fragile' Amid Declining Political Representation
According to a new World Economic Forum report, two decades of progress towards gender parity are at risk due to a decline in women's political representation.
DW
India Summons Pakistani Diplomat After Arabian Sea Incident
India has summoned Pakistan's top diplomat in New Delhi, accusing Pakistan of violating a bilateral agreement after a collision between their navies in the Arabian Sea.
Al Jazeera
Legendary Nigerian Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84
Olu Jacobs, one of Nigeria's most recognized actors with a career spanning several decades in theater, television, and film, has passed away at the age of 84.
BBC News
US Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Mail Ballot Restrictions
The US Supreme Court has rejected former President Trump's attempt to tighten mail-in voting regulations, a move impacting the upcoming midterm elections.
Al Jazeera
'Widow's Bay' and 'The Pitt' Dominate 78th Emmy Awards
At the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, the comedy series 'Widow's Bay' and the drama series 'The Pitt' took home top honors.
Al Jazeera
US Military Confirms Deployment of Space Weapons in Orbit for the First Time
US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink publicly announced for the first time that the United States has deployed 'space control weapons' in orbit.
Ars Technica
US Scraps Greenhouse Gas Rules for Power Plants
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced it is repealing Biden-era limits on greenhouse gas emissions from power plants.
DW
Western Sanctions on Settlements Escalate Diplomatic Tensions with Israel
Western nations announced sanctions targeting Israeli settlements, leading to a swift and aggressive response from Israel, including diplomatic expulsions and threats against filmmakers.
Al Jazeera
US Military Faces Ammunition Shortages Following Iran Conflict
A Pentagon report reveals the conflict with Iran depleted US military ammunition and advanced weapon stocks, costing $33.4 billion in four months.
Euronews
Hungary to Amend Anti-LGBTQ Law to Align with EU Standards
The Hungarian government has submitted a bill to parliament to amend its anti-LGBTQ law for minors, originally introduced under former nationalist leader Viktor Orban, to bring it in line with Europea
Al Jazeera
Mitch McConnell Returns to US Senate After Three-Month Absence
US Senator Mitch McConnell has returned to the Senate after a three-month absence following a fall at his home, pledging to be present for crucial votes.
Al Jazeera
NATO Jets Shoot Down Drone That Entered Lithuanian Airspace
An unidentified drone that entered Lithuanian airspace was shot down by NATO fighter jets, with authorities suggesting it likely originated from Belarus.
BBC News
US Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Bid to Restrict Mail-in Voting
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected former President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the November midterm elections.
Al Jazeera
Denmark Alleges Russian Warship Fired Flares at Military Helicopter
Denmark has accused a Russian warship of firing two emergency flares at one of its military helicopters while it was tracking the vessel in the Baltic Sea.
BBC News
US Confirms It Has Weapons Deployed in Space for the First Time
The US Space Force has for the first time officially confirmed the deployment of space control weapons in orbit, citing threats from Russia and China.
DW
Israeli Minister Threatens to Revoke Citizenship of Filmmakers Over Gaza Documentary
Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar announced his intention to revoke the citizenship of filmmakers behind a Gaza-focused documentary that won an award at the Venice Film Festival.
Al Jazeera
Trump Dismisses Reports of China Supplying Intelligence to Iran
US President Donald Trump downplayed reports that Chinese entities had provided satellite imagery to Iran before an attack on a military base in Jordan.
DW
Illegal Israeli Settlements Rapidly Spreading Across Occupied Palestinian Territory
Nearly 750,000 Israelis reside in over 500 illegal settlements and outposts in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, in violation of international law.
Al Jazeera
UK MPs and Lords Call for New Law to Address AI Human Rights Threats
A cross-party committee of UK politicians is urging for new legislation to tackle the human rights risks posed by artificial intelligence, stating that current laws are inadequate.
BBC News
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