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Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldBritain considers under-16 social media ban and tighter rules for AI chatbots under Online Safety Act
London, United Kingdom. Britain could introduce an Australian-style ban on social media for children under 16 as early as this year and amend legislation to close a safety loophole affecting some AI chatbots, as…
WorldUK considers advancing 3% of GDP defence spending target to 2029, BBC reports
London, United Kingdom. The British government is considering bringing forward its target date for spending 3% of economic…
WorldBritain considers under-16 social media ban and tighter AI chatbot rules amid digital safety concerns
London, United Kingdom. Britain could introduce an Australian-style ban on social media for children under 16 as early…
WorldEvents on February 16: From political deaths to aviation disasters and global climate action
Nicosia, Cyprus. The following are some of the events that occurred on February 16, spanning politics, conflict, aviation,…
WorldFDA to consider petition to revoke GRAS status for corn syrup and other refined carbohydrates
Washington, United States. U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the Food and Drug…
WorldIsrael approves West Bank land registration measures as Palestinians warn of de-facto annexation
Jerusalem, Israel. Israel’s cabinet approved further measures to tighten control over the occupied West Bank, including steps to…
WorldIran says nuclear deal with U.S. should bring quick economic gains for both sides ahead of new talks
Tehran, Iran. Iran is pursuing a nuclear agreement with the United States that delivers economic benefits for both…
WorldUkraine agrees new European energy and military aid packages ahead of invasion anniversary, Zelenskiy says
Kyiv, Ukraine. Ukraine has agreed new energy and military support packages with European allies ahead of the fourth…
WorldRubio visits Slovakia and Hungary to bolster ties and discuss energy and NATO commitments
Bratislava, Slovakia. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a two-day trip to eastern Europe on Sunday to…
WorldNine Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza, officials say
Gaza City, Palestinian Territories. At least nine Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes in northern and southern Gaza…
WorldJustice Department documents revive questions over Jeffrey Epstein’s 2019 jail death
New York, United States. Newly released material from the US Department of Justice has renewed debate over the…