A law that began on 1 March 2026 lets the Ministry of Culture block films that it says discredit traditional Russian spiritual and moral values. The rules cover cinemas, streaming services and social media.
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Violence across Gaza, Lebanon and Iran has raised warnings that international law is eroding. Attacks on civilians, infrastructure and humanitarian personnel, plus harsh political rhetoric, worry critics about a dangerous new precedent.
After President Erdoğan’s visit, a motorcade video of a new Addis Ababa boulevard went viral. A similar reaction followed an influencer livestream. The corridor project aims to modernize the city but faces criticism amid conflict and humanitarian needs.
Global experts warn that few child-friendly antibiotics are being developed while antimicrobial resistance already causes millions of deaths. A 2026 Benchmark finds fewer drugs in company pipelines and a shortage of medicines for under-five children.
A new study warns that locally led climate adaptation must be part of national planning in Africa. It says efforts are fragmented, underfunded and often driven by external priorities, and highlights agriculture and early warning systems.
Rumeen Farhana, a Bangladeshi barrister long linked to the BNP, ran as an independent in Brahmanbaria-2 after losing her party nomination. She used a duck symbol, won by 38,000 votes, and says she faced harassment and party conflict.
New research from Iowa State University shows that tired, anxious or sleep‑deprived people in the justice system may give less accurate statements. The authors map how sleep loss changes memory and increase risks during interviews and custodial questioning.
