Spain: Prosecutors Seek 2.5-Year Sentence for Rubiales
It was reported Wednesday that Spanish prosecutors are seeking a 2 ½-year prison sentence for former national soccer chief Luis Rubiales for allegedly forcibly kissing player Jenni Hermoso during the Women's World Cup celebration....
Politics
Disney, DeSantis-Backed Board Reach Settlement
Disney on Wednesday reached a settlement with members of the Gov. Ron DeSantis-backed Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD), an autonomous governing zone for Walt Disney World in Orlando. Board members approved the settlement, ending a nearly two-year court battle....
Science & technology
Reports: FTC Probing TikTok Over Data, Security Practices
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly investigating the social media platform TikTok over matters related to its data and security practices....
Environment & Energy
Sunak Announces Major Initiative for Nuclear Energy, Submarines
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has declared a "national endeavour" for a £763M (US$964M) investment in nuclear energy by 2030, including over £200M ($252M) to secure Barrow as the site for the UK's nuclear submarine building.
Health
SCOTUS Hears Mifepristone Appeal
The US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) on Tuesday heard arguments regarding Pres. Joe Biden's administration's appeal of a lower-court ruling that limited access to an abortion pill known as mifepristone.
Money
Japan to Sell Fighter Jets to 15 Nations
Japan Tuesday cleared the sale of next-generation fighter jets it has developed with Britain and Italy, a stark contrast from its long-held pacifist principles. Japan aims to bolster its role in the global security arena, especially amid regional tensions with China.
Crime & justice
Reports: FTC Probing TikTok Over Data, Security Practices
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly investigating the social media platform TikTok over matters related to its data and security practices....
Culture
Candace Owens Out at Daily Wire
Daily Wire co-founder Jeremy Boreing on Friday posted to X, formerly Twitter, that his media outlet has cut ties with conservative commentator Candace Owens. Boreing didn't provide any other details....
Sports
Japan: Diaper Maker Shifts From Babies to Adults
Japanese diaper maker Oji Holdings said Tuesday it will stop making infant diapers in the country and shift to adult products. This comes as the number of births fell to just under 759K in 2023, a 5.1% drop....