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The European Commission has allocated €10 million to UNRWA, reinforcing its support for Palestinian refugees amid rising humanitarian needs and ongoing regional challenges.

Starbucks doubles parental leave, giving birth parents up to 18 weeks and non-birth parents 12 weeks, under CEO Brian Niccol’s strategy to boost benefits and workplace culture.

Olaf Scholz loses Bundestag vote, prompting early elections in February 2025, as CDU’s Friedrich Merz leads polls amid political instability and economic challenges in Germany.

U.S. egg prices are rising sharply, driven by avian flu outbreaks and holiday demand, with analysts warning supply shortages could lead to record-high costs last seen during the pandemic.

The EU revoked visa-free travel for Vanuatu, citing security and money-laundering concerns tied to the nation’s $130,000 golden passport program, marking the first such EU action.

Russian President Vladimir Putin commends Sheikh Mohamed for spearheading the UAE’s remarkable AI advancements, praising its global rankings and transformative contributions to technology and innovation.

Character.AI faces a lawsuit alleging its chatbot service contributed to a teen’s self-harm, raising concerns about AI safety and user protections. The case also names Google as a defendant.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer discussed bilateral relations, regional stability, and global collaboration during a high-level meeting.

A $282 million program led by FAO and IFAD, funded by GEF, aims to transform global agrifood systems with sustainable practices for biodiversity, food security, and climate resilience.

Ursula von der Leyen secured a second term as EU Commission president with a narrow vote, emphasizing defense, green energy, and migration, signaling a conservative shift in EU leadership.