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King Charles decries ‘Russian aggression’ in pledge on defending Europe
Dec 4, 2025 - World 
Monarch welcomed German president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and promised both nations’ support for UkraineThe UK and Germany are ready to “bolster Europe” against the threat of further Russian aggression and both nations “stand” with Ukraine, King Charles said as he hosted the German president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier..The visit comes at a difficult time for Europe in the face of Russia’s war in Ukraine, and will aim to underscore the Kensington treaty signed in July – the first formal pact between the UK and Germany since the second world war – which sets out plans for closer cooperation on migration, defence, trade and education. Continue reading...
Airline Pilots Hide Mental Health Struggles To Continue Flying: Study
Dec 4, 2025 - World 
Commercial airline pilots often conceal mental health conditions for fear that disclosing therapy or medication, or even just seeking help, could mean having their license pulled, putting themselves and their passengers at risk.
Taliban Says US National Guard Shooting Has 'Nothing To Do With Afghanistan'
Dec 4, 2025 - World
The Taliban government said Wednesday that the shooting of two National Guard members, one fatally, by an Afghan suspect in Washington last month had nothing to do with Afghanistan.
Iran's Khamenei Defends Hijab As More Women Flout Strict Dress Code
Dec 4, 2025 - World
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday delivered a staunch defence of the hijab as more women flout the Islamic republic's strict dress code, prompting criticism from ultraconservatives.
Social media ban: Instagram and Facebook begin shutting down under-16 accounts in Australia as ban looms
Dec 4, 2025 - World
Ban due to take effect next week, but Meta has started deactivating accounts alreadyAustralia social media ban explained: everything you need to knowFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFacebook and Instagram began shutting down half a million accounts of users under 16 years old on Thursday as the deadline for Australia’s social media ban looms.The under-16s social media ban is due to take effect from 10 December, but Meta alerted users last month that it would begin shutting down accounts from 4 December.Do you know more? Email [email protected] Continue reading...
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