Brazil’s President Lula Accuses Meta of Helping His Right-Wing Opponent

With a narrow presidential election looming, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his allies claim Meta is trying to give his right-wing rival an advantage.
Stopping Pip for ADHD or autism would not make big savings, says thinktank
Resolution Foundation says ‘crude changes’ to benefits system would probably make it harder for people to workBanning people with anxiety, ADHD or autism from claiming disability benefits would not deliver major fina…
Australia's first-ever Michelin stars go to 11 restaurants in one state

All of the spots are in South Australia, reportedly because the state government paid for incognito inspectors to visit.
Why Trump Made a Diesel Deal With Putin

Our national security and White House correspondent David E. Sanger breaks down why President Donald Trump struck a deal with President Vladimir V. Putin to import Russian diesel fuel in the coming months, despite having…
Sally Rooney Withdraws Her Books From UK Over Her Support of Palestine Action

Ms. Rooney and her publisher said that she could no longer receive royalties from British sales because she pledged to donate book revenues to Palestine Action, which is banned in Britain.
Musk says US government may be behind slowdown of Ukraine drone speeds

Ukraine says Starlink access has improved but it is still facing speed limits which are disrupting its battlefield “missions”.
Why Zelensky's meeting with Burnham matters

Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed President Zelensky to Downing Street on Wednesday, as Ukraine’s leader looks to shore up his European allies five years into Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Angry Youth in Aging Europe

A bitter generational battle over resources is boiling over as economic growth on the continent stalls.
Student protesters attack government buildings in Albania

Buildings were set alight on the second day of demonstrations from thousands of students who want better university conditions and job prospects.
Why is Starlink internet so important on the battlefield in Ukraine?

It is the “backbone of military communications in Ukraine” that provides vital high-speed internet to forces across the country.