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Hungary's new Prime Minister, Péter Magyar, has announced plans to introduce a wealth tax, targeting the country's wealthy elite. This move is seen as a significant shift in policy, as the previous government led by Viktor Orbán had been criticized…

Cameroon's President Paul Biya, the world's oldest leader at 89, has created a new deputy role, sparking speculation about his succession plans. Biya has been in power since 1982, making him one of Africa's longest-serving heads of state. The new…

Karen Holmes, a mother from Yorkshire, has spoken out about the devastating impact of an arson attack on her home. The house held sentimental value as it contained memories of her son, who passed away from cancer. The fire destroyed…

Ukraine's senior aide, Budanov, has stated that ending the war before winter is a realistic goal. This stance supports President Zelenskyy's call to capitalize on Kyiv's strong position on the battlefield. Kyiv has been under heavy attack, with fighting continuing…

A dog has been rescued from an island off Australia's coast after being swept into the ocean. The incident occurred in Batemans Bay, where the dog was washed off rocks into the water. Marine Rescue NSW volunteers were alerted to…

Hundreds of citizen scientists participated in New South Wales' first dolphin census, aiming to gather data on the state's bottlenose dolphin population. The census involved observers stationed at various locations, including cliff sides, coastal lookouts, kayaks, and boats. Participants recorded…

The Fair Work Commission has ruled that approximately 3 million workers on minimum wage in Australia will receive a 4.75% pay rise. This decision comes after unions pushed for a 6% increase to help the lowest paid workers cope with…

The UK's green economy is now worth over £100bn annually, with net zero industries supporting more than a million jobs. This sector has become a significant contributor to the country's economic growth. CBI Economics research highlights the benefits of a…

Reform UK's support may be reaching a limit due to its reliance on socially conservative views, a recent study suggests. The party's strategy has increasingly focused on these views, which are held by a minority of voters. This approach may…

White Castle, the Ohio-based fast food chain, has added a veggie burger to its menu. The Southwest Veggie Slider is now a permanent option, following customer feedback requesting a meatless alternative. This move reflects the growing trend of plant-based eating…

Meta has confirmed a breach of the Obama White House Instagram account, which was compromised after hackers tricked a Meta AI support bot. The incident highlights concerns about relying on AI for security measures. Hackers used social engineering tactics to…

New York Mayor Eric Adams has skipped the annual Celebrate Israel parade, fulfilling a promise he made earlier. This decision comes as some Democrats face criticism for participating in the event alongside Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. Smotrich has…

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has stated his intention to overrule objections from the Soho Society, a residents' group, regarding new licensing applications for bars and restaurants in the area. The Soho Society has been challenging all new applications, citing concerns…