FCC chair says U.S. will defend interests of its tech giants as European rules stoke tension

Rebekah Shaman, a local campaigner, successfully challenged Lambeth Council in the High Court, leading to the cancellation of upcoming festivals, including Mighty Hoopla, at Brockwell Park due to lack of planning permission. The court ruled that the park's use for events exceeded the allowable 28 days without additional consent, prompting Shaman's group to request the council confirm the cancellation and remove any event-related infrastructure. The decision was celebrated by campaigners and notable figures like Sir...

Fire Destroys Historic Louisiana MansionFlames engulfed the Nottoway Plantation House in Louisiana, a historic mansion completed in 1859, resulting in its total loss despite efforts from nearly a dozen fire departments. The owner, attorney Dan Dyess, expressed heartbreak over the destruction of what was once the South's largest antebellum mansion, which had served as a resort and event venue. The mansion's history, tied to racial injustice, had transitioned into a site for reflection and education,...

SummaryThis week, Nicola Willis announced a $190 million budget allocation for a new fund aimed at addressing social issues, marking the beginning of a significant shift within the public service. Andy Coster, head of the Social Investment Agency (SIA), described this change as “disruptive,” indicating that it will enhance the SIA’s control over billions in social spending related to youth offending, unemployment, housing, and addictions. This transformation may lead to community-based commissioning groups making contracting...

Chad's former prime minister and opposition leader, Succès Masra, has been arrested over alleged connections to a violent clash in Logone Occidental province that resulted in at least 42 deaths. He is accused of spreading inciting messages on social media and was reportedly "kidnapped" by military officers, according to his party. This incident follows a history of violence between local farmers and herders, with tensions rising over land disputes, and Masra's party previously boycotted elections...

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivers a press conference at Rideau Hall after his cabinet's swearing-in ceremony on May 13, 2025 in Ottawa, Canada. Prime Minister Mark Carney and his Liberal government are embarking on a new direction following their unexpected electoral victory last month. However, Carney's cabinet selections and the decision not to present a budget this year have raised questions among political analysts. National Post columnist Tasha Kheiriddin joins the discussion to explore...

Israel has threatened to target the leadership of Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels following airstrikes on two rebel-held ports, in response to recent missile attacks on Israel. Despite a prior agreement to halt attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea, the Huthis have continued their strikes against Israel, leading to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defence Minister Katz warning of further retaliation, including targeting Huthi leaders. The situation has escalated tensions in the region, with...