Early Voting Opens in Several States as Postal Ballot System Is Paused
Early and absentee voting is beginning in several states while the Postal Service pauses work on disputed national mail-ballot requirements after a federal court order.
South Korea Plans First Approval of Abortion Medication
South Korea plans to authorize mifepristone and misoprostol for pregnancies of up to nine weeks beginning in early 2027.
Fiji Declares National HIV Emergency as Infections Surge
Fiji is expanding free testing, treatment and harm-reduction programs after a sharp rise in HIV infections.
Europe Considers Social-Media Ban for Children Under 13
The European Commission president has proposed an EU-wide social-media ban for children under 13, alongside restricted accounts and stronger safety rules for teenagers.
Saudi–Houthi Fighting Intensifies Near Mecca and Red Sea Shipping Route
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a Houthi drone south of Mecca as fighting expands around Yemen and the strategic Bab el-Mandeb shipping route.
AI-Altered Sports Video Sparks Apology and a Warning About Synthetic Media
Arch Manning apologized after laughing about an altered video that falsely showed a coach slapping ESPN reporter Holly Rowe.
Sports Leagues Demand Protection From Bettors Who Threaten Players
Five major professional leagues and their players associations want threatening bettors permanently barred from legal gambling platforms.
Saudi Arabia Seeks Egyptian Support as Houthi Conflict Widens
Saudi Arabia is seeking diplomatic support from Egypt as Houthi attacks threaten regional cities, energy facilities and international shipping.
Promoters Dropped Macklemore From Ed Sheeran Tour After Political Comments
Ed Sheeran says promoters, not he personally, removed Macklemore from the tour after the rapper’s pro-Palestinian comments.
Gates Foundation Commits $1 Billion to Narrow the AI Access Gap
A new $1 billion commitment will support artificial-intelligence tools for underserved communities, health care, education and agriculture.