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Hong Kong Proposes Admin Fee for Refunds During Cooling-Off Period
New policy aims to prevent abuse of refund rights for prepaid beauty and fitness contracts amid ongoing consumer protection reforms.
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South China Morning Post World
New policy aims to prevent abuse of refund rights for prepaid beauty and fitness contracts amid ongoing consumer protection reforms.
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politics
The Supreme Court declined to pause enforcement of the Texas App Store Accountability Act, which mandates age verification and parental consent for app downloads by minors.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 3:43 PM
general
OpenAI’s latest AI model, GPT-5.6 Sol, requires approval from the Trump administration for early access, marking a significant shift in government oversight of advanced artificial intelligence technologies.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 12:54 PM
world
On July 7, Indonesia and India signed agreements for missile supplies while exploring India’s digital payment system as a model for Indonesia’s technology future.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 10:39 AM
politics
President Trump plans to signal intent to resume F-35 sales to Turkey, reversing a previous ban, but faces opposition from Republicans and Israel amid concerns over Turkey's Russian defense systems.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 10:22 AM
investigations
The Department of the Interior proposes expanding livestock grazing on 155 million acres of Western public lands, prompting concerns from Native American tribes and conservationists about environmental impacts and lack of consultation.
ProPublica | Jul 7, 2026, 10:08 AM
world
The National Rally leader was found guilty of embezzling EU funds but remains eligible to run for president while appealing her sentence.
BBC World | Jul 7, 2026, 8:52 AM
world
Leaders from all 32 NATO member states convene in Turkiye to discuss implementation of increased defence spending commitments and ongoing support for Ukraine.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 7:20 AM
world
The Knesset passed a bill to form a commission of inquiry into security lapses before the Hamas attack, despite opposition boycott over concerns of political influence.
France 24 English | Jul 7, 2026, 6:28 AM
world
A review recommends compulsory maths education through year 12 in the ACT, citing social inequality and workforce skill shortages.
ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 6:26 AM
world
Tehran’s three-day public mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei culminated in a massive funeral procession designed to project political strength amid economic hardship and recent unrest.
BBC World | Jul 7, 2026, 4:56 AM
world
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu highlights artificial intelligence as a key focus in Hong Kong’s first five-year economic plan, emphasizing the city’s strategic role and innovation strengths.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 3:17 AM
politics
A federal court rules that former President Trump's defamation case against major publishers and authors can be heard in Florida, where he alleges reputational and economic harm.
Reason | Jul 6, 2026, 10:15 PM
politics
A Florida administrative law judge has recommended that the Sumter County School Board reverse a five-day suspension imposed on a middle school teacher for sharing a social media post related to the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Reason | Jul 6, 2026, 2:26 PM
world
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia's remarks about Senegal reignite concerns over racial stereotypes in football commentary, drawing criticism from experts and former players.
CNA Latest News | Jul 6, 2026, 8:36 AM
world
Marine Le Pen, leader of France's National Rally, awaits a Paris appeal court verdict on whether she can run for president amid an embezzlement conviction.
BBC World | Jul 6, 2026, 4:11 AM
politics
Dr. Debra Houry highlights a significant decline in public trust in the CDC following leadership changes under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 12:28 AM
global-institutions
Organized crime causes nearly as many deaths annually as war, with significant impacts on governance, public trust, and economic losses worldwide.
UN News | Jul 5, 2026, 11:04 PM
global-institutions
UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlights the widespread impact of transnational organized crime, which causes nearly as many deaths annually as war and undermines governance worldwide.
UN News | Jul 5, 2026, 9:43 PM
politics
A federal court ruled against a tenured professor seeking to reinstate diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and programs at Miami University, affirming the institution’s authority to determine its educational content.
Reason | Jul 4, 2026, 7:04 PM
politics
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against a Trump executive order that sought to deny citizenship to children born in the US to mothers present unlawfully, affirming the longstanding interpretation of the 14th Amendment's Citizenship Clause.
Reason | Jul 3, 2026, 3:58 PM
politics
Despite a recent court decision involving birthright citizenship, discussions surrounding the Fourteenth Amendment and citizenship rights are expected to persist.
Reason | Jul 3, 2026, 9:39 AM
politics
The EPA under the Trump administration issued guidance disputing a Biden-era assessment that linked PFAS-contaminated sewage sludge on farmland to cancer risks, sparking criticism from environmental advocates.
The Hill | Jul 3, 2026, 8:56 AM
world
The US government rejects ICC authority over its citizens amid ongoing legal disputes and arrest warrants for Israeli officials.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 9:49 PMShowing 313-336 of 354 articles.