More schools in France are getting special mailboxes for children to flag abuse

Parenting is humorously broken down into various percentages by funny parents on X, with examples like 67% trying not to laugh at silly situations and 50% dealing with kids' TV restrictions. Other breakdowns include 40% handling kids' social calendars, 20% eating in secret, and 30% crying. Overall, these amusing pie charts capture the chaotic and relatable essence of parenting in a lighthearted way. Full Article

A UK lottery ticket holder who won £83.4m in a recent EuroMillions draw is yet to claim their jackpot, as urged by National Lottery operator Allwyn. The winner matched all five main numbers and both Lucky Star numbers, with the winning numbers being 2, 11, 19, 30, 49, 3, and 8. Players are encouraged to check their tickets and call the National Lottery Line to make their claim as soon as possible. Full Article

European leaders are facing pressure to increase military spending amidst the conflict in Ukraine and an isolationist U.S. presidency, as outdated equipment and undersized forces pose significant challenges. With Trump's push for a 5% GDP spending on defense and rising costs, European nations are considering shifting funds from social programs to enhance military capabilities against emerging threats. The debate over reallocation of resources highlights the necessity for European countries to strengthen their defense capabilities in...

Russian President Vladimir V. Putin has cracked down on free expression by blocking Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok due to a censorship law. Now, his government is targeting YouTube, deliberately slowing down the service to limit access to antiwar content. Despite efforts to throttle YouTube, tech-savvy Russians are using VPNs to continue accessing the platform, leading to a split in internet usage between domestic and foreign platforms. Full Article

Ayse Barim, a manager of Turkish television stars, was detained on charges of "attempting to overthrow the government" related to the 2013 Gezi park protests. This move is seen as part of a broader crackdown on cultural figures critical of President Erdogan's government, with other famous actors also under scrutiny. The government's targeting of journalists, lawyers, and opposition politicians, including Istanbul's Mayor Imamoglu, is creating a climate of fear in Turkey to suppress dissent and...

The US FDA has approved a new non-opioid painkiller, Journavx, by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, which targets pain signals before reaching the brain to provide relief for moderate to severe pain without the addictive potential of opioids. Clinical trials showed effectiveness in reducing post-surgery pain, marking an important milestone in acute pain management amidst the opioid crisis in the US. Priced at $15.50 per capsule, Journavx is the first new class of pain medicine approved in over...