France’s Muslim Gathering Overturned by Courts
France's Muslim gathering ban has been overturned by courts, allowing a major event in northern Paris to proceed as planned, according to the BBC.
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French-Owned Container Ship Transits Hormuz Strait After Months of Closure
A French-owned container ship has transited the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since Iran effectively closed the waterway, according to Marine Traffic vessel data.
Iran War Could Make Beer and Bottled Water Costlier for Indians
According to a BBC report, the ongoing war with Iran is already straining India's $6bn bottled water industry as manufacturers face rising costs for raw materials, with beer prices also at risk of increasing.
Swae Lee Announces August Debut in South Korea
Swae Lee has confirmed his first-ever solo performance in South Korea, set to take place in August, according to 스포츠경향.
Over 100 Legal Experts Condemn US-Israeli Strikes on Iran as War Crimes
Over 100 U.S.-based legal experts have condemned recent U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran as potential war crimes, citing violations of the United Nations Charter and international humanitarian law, according to Al Jazeera.
Burkina Faso Military Ruler Says Democracy Not for Us, 2029 Rule Extension
Burkina Faso's military ruler, Ibrahim Traoré, told the state broadcaster that the people of Burkina Faso should forget about democracy, stating it is 'not for us,' according to a report from The Guardian.
Canadian Woman Held with Daughter by ICE Released After 3 Weeks
A Canadian woman and her seven-year-old daughter, held by ICE for nearly three weeks, were released on Thursday after posting a $9,500 bond, according to The Guardian.
Hegseth Asks Army General to Step Down Amid Leadership Shift
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff Randy George to step down from his post, according to CBS News, the BBC's US partner.
Trump Unveils 100 Percent Tariff on Drugs to Push for Pharmaceutical Deals
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that could impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on some patented drugs if pharmaceutical companies fail to reach deals with his administration, according to Al Jazeera.
10 Rights Groups Slam ICE Arrest of Palestinian Advocate in Milwaukee
Ten Muslim civil rights groups have condemned the arrest of Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian American community leader in Wisconsin, according to Al Jazeera.
Alleged Maple Syrup Scam Uncovered in Quebec
An investigation by Canada’s national broadcaster has found that a major Quebec producer is allegedly diluting its maple syrup with cane sugar and selling the fraudulent product to grocery chains, according to the Guardian.
Iran’s Largest Steel Plants Shut Down After Air Strikes, Companies Say
Iran's two largest steel plants have been shut down due to multiple rounds of US-Israeli air strikes, according to the companies operating them, according to BBC.
Baby Shot Dead in Pram in NYC, Police Say
A seven-month-old girl was shot dead while sitting in her pram in New York City, police said, calling the incident a tragic reminder of the city's ongoing struggle with gun violence.
Britain Countries Discuss Reopening with 50% Increase in Cultural Events
Britain and several other countries have begun discussing the reopening of cultural institutions, with a notable 50% increase in events planned for 2025, according to recent reports.
Protests in Gaza Against Israel’s Death Penalty Law
Protests erupted across Gaza as Palestinians rallied against Israel's newly approved death penalty law, which targets Palestinian prisoners convicted of killing Israelis in acts of terror, according to Al Jazeera.