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The White House held a meeting to address the recent uncoordinated military laser system usage near the Texas-Mexico border.

South Australia's Feral Deer Eradication Program is seeking sustained funding to continue its successful efforts in managing the deer population in the region.

Molly Jong-Fast calls for bipartisan investigations into the Epstein files, suggesting the recent release was strategically timed to generate controversy and distract from the truth.

Shabana Mahmood remains committed to her hardline immigration policies despite calls from unions and Labour MPs for a reevaluation following a byelection loss.

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim apologized to Councillor Sean Orr for mistakenly accusing him of distributing illegal drugs during a briefing for Chinese business leaders.

The UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for an immediate ceasefire as violence escalates between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Samuel García, the governor of Nuevo León, faced criticism after mocking a woman who requested more schools at a public event.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan calls for calm and adherence to the rule of law following the controversial arrest of Tracy Ohiri in a dispute involving Minister David Umahi.

President Donald Trump has called for an immediate cessation of the US government's use of Anthropic technology after the AI startup rejected the Pentagon's request for unconditional military use of its models.

Arab and Islamic nations are calling for de-escalation of military tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan following recent violent clashes.

Trump's advisor, Massad Boulous, discussed the humanitarian crisis in Sudan with Saudi, Emirati, and Egyptian foreign ministers during phone calls.

A crime suspect's social media account has become a platform for online support of the crime and secondary victimization of the victim, prompting calls for systematic management of such accounts.

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is facing criticism for failing to implement key proposals aimed at reducing economic inequality, despite previously pledging to address this issue as she calls for a wealth tax.

The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an immediate cessation of hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan following an Afghan attack that escalated the conflict.

Most businesses in Athens have reported significant revenue declines during the winter discount period, prompting calls for regulatory changes.

Tow truck drivers in Finland experienced a surge in calls due to treacherous driving conditions caused by icy roads.

The president of Brazil's PT party, Edinho Silva, has urged for a mobilization against Flávio Bolsonaro, criticizing him as embodying fascism and calling for increased grassroots activism in light of recent polling.

Labour's significant defeat in the Gorton and Denton by-election highlights urgent concerns within the party and calls for leadership reflection following the Greens' unexpected victory.

The Polish Foreign Ministry has urged its citizens to immediately leave Iran, Israel, and Lebanon due to the tense situation in the Middle East.

An alarming incident has surfaced regarding the alleged injuries sustained by an elderly woman at Rokiškis hospital, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.

Maud Bregeon, a spokesperson for the French government, calls for the political party La France insoumise to be dissolved through elections due to accusations of political violence and antisemitism.

A report from the European Parliament calls on member states to enhance monitoring to prevent abusive rental practices affecting tenants across Europe.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni advocates for a free trade zone between the EU and the US, calling Trump's tariffs a mistake and urging de-escalation of tensions.

The Central Union of Greek Chambers of Commerce calls for catering businesses to be added to the list of industries that can hire seasonal workers from third countries due to labor shortages.

A new alert system at an elderly care home in Espoo, Finland, failed to notify staff for over a year, resulting in a resident's death after multiple emergency calls went unheard.

The IAEA has urgently called on Iran to cooperate in verifying all of its nuclear facilities due to concerns over lost tracking of declared nuclear materials.

Ähtäri is preparing for municipal merger negotiations and invites neighboring municipalities, including Seinäjoki, to discussions despite a significant distance between them.

The European Commission has requested an investigation into former Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson for potential breaches of ethics rules related to his connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The IAEA's director general calls on Iran to work constructively for the comprehensive implementation of nuclear safeguards amid concerns about lost continuity of knowledge regarding previously declared nuclear materials.

The Green Party's recent by-election victory in Gorton and Denton has significantly challenged Labour's dominance and is prompting calls for re-evaluation from the party leadership.

The Mexican government urges Israel and Palestine to end hostilities and engage in dialogue amidst escalating violence in the region.

The Heimaey political group Fyrir Heimaey has announced it will not run in the upcoming local elections, marking a significant change in the local political landscape.

A conflict continues at Alytus Gymnasium following the firing of veteran ethics teacher Meilė Platūkienė due to complaints about her behavior, prompting calls for her reinstatement from the Lithuanian Education Workers' Trade Union and a boycott by some teachers.

Ravichandran Ashwin defended Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma against former Pakistani bowler Mohammad Amir's criticism in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Dakuku Peterside, a former Director-General of NIMASA, calls for the Nigerian government to implement a national business process re-engineering policy to stimulate economic growth.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, urged the release of all political prisoners in Venezuela, emphasizing the need for a review of the state of emergency.

In the latest episode of BBB 26, Milena accuses Solange Couto of being a snob and recalls a discriminatory remark made on the first day of confinement.

Japanese Prime Minister Kono rejects calls for prior parliamentary approval on arms exports, asserting that such decisions should fall under government authority following National Security Council reviews.

The UK urges both Pakistan and Afghanistan to take immediate action to de-escalate tensions and protect civilians following recent bombings by Pakistan.

The Mobile World Congress will include Israeli companies despite a diplomatic rift with Barcelona's City Council and ongoing calls for a boycott.

The IB programs at Manglerud School and Blindern High School in Oslo have been saved from closure after a majority in the Storting calls for changes to the education law.

Avi Benlolo praises Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his strong support of Israel and calls for Canada to strengthen its ties with India following recent diplomatic challenges.

Prince Harry calls for the opening of aid corridors to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza during a TV interview while in Jordan.

The Kremlin has dismissed claims that a drone spotted near the French aircraft carrier 'Charles de Gaulle' in the Øresund Strait was of Russian origin, labeling the allegations as absurd.

The U.S. Embassy in Israel has requested non-essential staff and their families to leave the country due to security concerns.

A Lithuanian minister has urged the local government of Alytus to appoint a temporary administrator for the Adolfo Ramanauskas-Vanagas gymnasium due to an ongoing conflict affecting teachers and students.

Denzel Bentley advocates for the stripping of Janibek Alimkhanuly's world title due to a doping violation.

Iran's Foreign Minister calls on the US to abandon unreasonable demands in negotiations for a deal following talks in Geneva.

Peggy Rose, a star from Married At First Sight UK, has announced her pregnancy, which she calls a 'miracle' due to her previously diagnosed 1% chance of conceiving.

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski warns that the risk of a Third World War is increasing and calls for Poland to prepare for potential conflict with Russia.