China voices extreme disappointment in Dutch chip minister
Beijing reacts strongly to Dutch minister's comments on semiconductor crisis. Global car industry faces disruption as export ban continues. Read the latest developments.
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Kanye West faces Brazil ban on Nazi song performance
Brazilian authorities threaten legal action if Kanye West performs his 'Heil Hitler' track in São Paulo. Enhanced police presence planned for November concert. Read the latest developments.
Australia considers including Roblox in under-16 social media ban
Australian policymakers are pushing to include popular gaming platform Roblox in proposed social media restrictions for under-16s, sparking debate about online safety versus digital freedom.
Council bans taxi drivers from wearing jeans and trainers
Edinburgh cabbies face strict new dress code prohibiting casual wear including jeans, tracksuits and trainers while on duty under controversial council regulations.
Man banned from owning animals after vet finds neglected birds
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
Dutch Chip Blockade Threatens Global Car Production
The Netherlands' refusal to licence Nexperia's German chip plant threatens car production lines worldwide, escalating the technological cold war between Europe and China.
Maldives enacts world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
Chip shortage crisis threatens UK car production
European chipmaker Nexperia suspends semiconductor deliveries to Chinese customers, triggering potential car manufacturing shutdowns and supply chain chaos across the UK automotive sector.
University bans Mexican outfits in cultural appropriation crackdown
The University of Essex faces backlash after prohibiting students from wearing Mexican-themed outfits, including sombreros and ponchos, during campus events as part of its inclusivity policy.
Labour's school mobile phone ban plan revealed
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical plan to ban mobile phones from classrooms across England, citing mental health and learning concerns.
British man detained at LA airport under Trump Muslim ban
A British citizen reveals his traumatic detention at Los Angeles airport after Donald Trump's controversial Muslim travel ban, highlighting the human cost of divisive immigration policies.
Peer with BAT ties challenges UK smoking ban in court
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
NBA star banned for life in gambling scandal
Toronto Raptors centre Jontay Porter receives lifetime ban from NBA after investigation reveals he shared confidential information with gamblers and deliberately underperformed to manipulate betting markets.
Government Plans Major Fireworks Restrictions in UK
Exclusive: Ministers consider sweeping fireworks restrictions as safety concerns grow. Find out how new rules could affect Bonfire Night celebrations across Britain.
Marathon world record holder Chepngetich banned for doping
Kenyan distance star Ruth Chepngetich, holder of the women's marathon world record, has been banned for three years after testing positive for a prohibited substance, Athletics Integrity Unit confirms.
Volvo and VW lead takeover of chipmaker Nexperia
A European automotive alliance including Volvo and Volkswagen has successfully acquired Chinese semiconductor firm Nexperia, marking a strategic move to secure crucial chip supplies amid ongoing global shortages.
Pentagon bans Hegseth book after Congress investigation
Fox News host Pete Hegseth's book 'The War on Warriors' faces Pentagon ban from military bases following congressional investigation into disputed service record claims.
Jenrick demands burqa ban despite Badenoch opposition
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick calls for complete ban on face veils in Britain, putting him on collision course with equalities minister Kemi Badenoch in major Conservative split.
Portugal bans burqas in public buildings
Portugal passes landmark legislation prohibiting full-face veils for gender equality and religious reasons, with fines up to €150 for violators in public buildings.
Australia bans Candace Owens over controversial views
Australian authorities have blocked conservative commentator Candace Owens from entering the country, citing her divisive rhetoric and potential to incite social unrest in the latest immigration controversy.
US opposes Chinese executive's Nexperia takeover bid
Washington raises national security concerns over Chinese executive's proposed acquisition of Dutch semiconductor firm Nexperia, escalating global tech tensions.
Dutch Probe Chinese-Owned Chipmaker Over Security
The Netherlands launches investigation into Nexperia's Chinese ownership by Wingtech, raising concerns about Western semiconductor security and technology transfer.
Sweden to ban burqas, cites 'failed integration'
Sweden's government announces sweeping ban on full-face veils in public spaces, with deputy prime minister declaring multiculturalism has 'failed spectacularly' and vowing tougher integration measures.
Google silent on Trump lobbying for YouTube in Australia ban
Tech giant Google refuses to disclose whether it's lobbying the Trump administration about YouTube's potential inclusion in Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s, raising transparency concerns.
Bonnie Blue's 4-Year Australia Ban Over Terrifying Plot
Exclusive details emerge about Bonnie Blue's disturbing Australian plot that led to a dramatic four-year ban from the country, sending shockwaves through entertainment circles.
British tennis player banned for four years in doping case
UK tennis professional receives major suspension after anti-doping tribunal finds him guilty of violating sport's integrity rules, casting shadow over his career.
Ex-F1 driver Mark Blundell gets 20-month drink-drive ban
Ex-Formula 1 driver Mark Blundell faces 20-month driving ban after being caught drink-driving his BMW X6 while nearly double the legal limit in Hertfordshire.
Italy proposes €2,600 burka ban to stop Islamic separatism
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni pushes for nationwide burka ban with hefty fines, aiming to prevent Islamic separatism and protect national identity.
China Weaponises Rare Earth Exports in US Trade War
Exclusive analysis reveals China's strategic move to restrict rare earth exports to the US, threatening American tech and defence industries amid escalating trade tensions.
Supreme Court to Hear Conversion Therapy Ban Challenge
The US Supreme Court agrees to hear a case challenging state conversion therapy bans, pitting LGBTQ+ rights against religious freedom in a landmark legal battle with nationwide implications.
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