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Going to the dentist is expensive. Here are 3 things you can do to protect your oral health – and 3 things to avoid

Most dental diseases are preventable – if you look after your teeth and mouth.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Georgia: Drop Repressive ‘Foreign Agents’ Bill

Click to expand Image Protesters march in front of Georgia’s parliament in Tbilisi, calling for the release of other protestors, whose images they display on posters, March 7, 2025, 2025 Sebastien Canaud/NurPhoto via AP (Berlin, March 26, 2025) – TheGeorgian parliament should reject a bill to introduce criminal penalties for civic activists and nongovernmental groups that refuse to register as “foreign agents,” Human...

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Human Rights Watch favicon Human Rights Watch

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Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Gauteng education department taken to court over special needs learners

Pupils at Filadelfia Secondary School have reported neglect and sexual harassment, but the provincial department has failed to intervene

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Every day I struggle to survive on jobseeker. Why doesn’t the government understand how hard it is? | Laura Azzam

The decision not to increase jobseeker this budget just shows that politicians aren’t thinking about people like meSee all our Australia budget 2025 coverageBudget 2025 winners and losersGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe government’s decision not to raise the jobseeker rate in the budget is a blow to people struggling like me.Living off jobseeker has never been harder. While the cost of...

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

The 2025 federal budget fails the millions of voters who want action on Australia’s struggling environment

As the federal election looms, Labor is running out of time to show it cares about Australia’s precious natural environment.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Hong Kong father who shook 3-year-old daughter to death jailed for life

With 12 previous convictions, Lau Kai-ping had been out of jail for only a few months before he committed the murder, court shows.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Singapore jails man who pressured 13-year-old girl into adult photo shoot

Details of Tnee Chin Kiat’s offences only came to light after he was arrested for approaching an 11-year-old girl to also model for him.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Non-compete clauses make it too hard to change jobs. Banning them for millions of Australians is a good move

Non-compete clauses can have a chilling effect on employee mobility, which is detrimental to competition in the labour market.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Southern Europe rebuffs von der Leyen’s debt-based defense plan

France, Italy and Spain are seeking to boost military spending based on grants rather than loans to avoid increasing their debt loads.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Belgian prosecutors probe whether Huawei paid for letter signed by 8 MEPs

Authorities are looking into whether the Chinese tech giant made illegal payments for a letter defending its interests in 2021.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Thailand prime minister survives no-confidence vote in parliament

The prime minister won the backing of 319 of 488 lawmakers present, according to Reuters.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump admits Russians could be ‘dragging their feet’ on Ukraine peace deal

“I've done it over the years,” U.S. president says of using stalling tactics when negotiating contracts.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

CATL gets CSRC nod for US$5 billion listing, in what may be Hong Kong’s biggest IPO in 4 years

CATL plans to sell up to 220.17 million shares and could raise at least US$5 billion to fund new factories overseas.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Chinese tea chain Chagee reveals revenue surge in US IPO filing

Net revenue nearly tripled to US$1.71 billion in 2024, company says as it prepares for Nasdaq listing.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Turkey's CHP party leader visits jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu in prison

İmamoğlu's arrest has been widely viewed as politically motivated and sparked demonstrations in cities across the country, some of which have turned violent.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Student and U.S. permanent resident can't be detained by immigration officials for now: judge

A Korean American Columbia University student, who is a legal permanent U.S. resident and has participated in pro-Palestinian protests, cannot be detained by federal immigration officials for now as she fights the Trump administration over attempts to deport her, a judge ruled on Tuesday.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Venezuela Defies US Pressure: President Maduro Declares ‘We Are No One’s Colony’

President Maduro declares Venezuela ‘free from US orders,’ denounces migrant persecution & sanctions while boosting gold reserves. Full statement & analysis. Related: President Maduro Strongly Rejects US Allegations, Blames Opposition for Criminal Gang In a forceful speech on Tuesday, during the inauguration of the House of Grandparents in Caracas,Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro reaffirmed his country’s […]...

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Lukashenko sworn in for seventh term in Belarus, tells critics ‘you have no future’

Alexander Lukashenko, who has ruled since 1994, asserts that Belarus has more democracy than the West.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

South Korea: Raging wildfires kill at least 24

Wildfires that blazed over the weekend in South Korea have caused "unprecedented damage," acting president Han Duck-soo said. Rescue efforts have been hampered by dry winds and a drought.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Legal challenge fears stop Hong Kong Psychological Society from naming bad apples

Situation came to light amid concerns over group’s handling of case where the subject of a substantiated complaint was successfully rehired.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Papua New Guinea blocks Facebook to 'limit' fake news and porn

The sudden ban has triggered outcry, with critics calling it a violation of human rights.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Our work and home lives are blending more than ever – how do we navigate this new ‘zigzag’ reality?

‘Zigzag work’ – blending the personal and professional during a work day – has become the norm for many people, boosting happiness and balance, but also presenting challenges.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

What makes a good search engine? These 4 models can help you use search in the age of AI

To make sure search engines serve us well, it’s helpful to imagine these tools having different roles – whether it’s a “librarian” or a “teacher”.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Australia stands firm behind its foreign aid in the budget, but the future remains precarious

Three-quarters of Australia’s foreign assistance budget is flowing to the Indo-Pacific, showing a commitment to remaining a reliable partner as USAID cuts bite.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Leak of US military plans on Signal is a classic case of ‘shadow IT’. It shows why security systems need to be easy to use

One of the best ways to avoid the problem of ‘shadow IT’ is building systems that are both highly secure and highly usable.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Hounded and not guilty: A Bollywood media trial blows up in smoke

She was called "a gold digger" and "a murderer" after the death of her actor boyfriend Sushant Singh Rajput.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Deadly Airstrike in Sudan’s Darfur Region Sparks Outrage

A devastating military airstrike on Monday claimed the lives of at least 54 people in the village of Tora, located in Sudan’s western region of Darfur. The attack, which targeted a local market, ignited a massive fire and left 23 others injured, according to aid groups. More than half of the victims were women. The […]

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Trump has blown up the world order - and left Europe's leaders scrabbling

This is the gravest crisis for Western security since the end of World War Two. So which nations will step forward as the new world order emerges?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Venezuelan VP Delcy Rodríguez Blames US, Opposition for “Hate Campaign” Against Migrants

Venezuela’s Delcy Rodríguez attacks opposition figures Marco Rubio & María Corina Machado, accusing them of fueling anti-migrant rhetoric. First Lady denounces US sanctions’ impact. Related: Venezuela’s Vice President Delcy Rodríguez Condemns “Human Rights Violations” Against Venezuelan Migrants in El Salvador During the recent inauguration of the Casa de Abuelos (Grandparents’ Home) in La Candelaria parish, […]

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

The Caribbean: A Rich Tapestry of Cultures and Traditions

The Caribbean stands as a remarkable cultural mosaic, shaped by centuries of history and diverse influences. This unique fusion of African, European, Indigenous, and Asian traditions has given rise to a wealth of customs and practices that remain vibrant today. From spiritual rituals to festive celebrations, the region is a testament to the power of […]

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

A closer look at who relies on Medicaid

According to health policy experts, there may not be a way to fund the tax cuts proposed by House Republicans without cutting Medicaid.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Polluting industries like salmon farming need to be properly regulated, not let off the hook | Kelly O’Shanassy

The government appears willing to put the future of an entire unique Australian species at risk at the behest of one industry. The hypocrisy is mind-bogglingThe anger I have witnessed over the past few days within the environment and climate movement has been extraordinary.I have spent the past four days in emergency meetings with leaders across the environment movement furiously responding to Anthony Albanese’s latest...

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

What works to prevent violence against women? Here’s what the evidence says

Primary prevention is aimed at addressing the underlying drivers of violence so it never occurs. But many interventions also aim to reduce and respond to violence.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Budget delivers cheaper medicines and more bulk billing but leaves out long-term health reform

Australians will save on the costs of scripts and on GP visits. But the budget doesn’t start the reforms needed to secure the health system’s long-term future.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)