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LGBTQ+ app Grindr is facing a lawsuit in the UK over allegations it passed on private health information, like HIV status, to ad companies.

Global conflicts have driven up military spending in most countries, hitting a record $US2.44 trillion spend on weapons in 2023.

23 Chinese swimmers failed drug tests before the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, which U.S. anti-doping authorities say was kept secret.

Here’s some good news from around the world, as a reminder of the brightness that exists among the darkness of the past week’s news cycle.

Polls across the world’s largest democracy will remain open until 1 June.

The U.S. state of Florida has passed a law requiring teachers to hold classes on the “evils of communism” in public schools.

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has indefinitely banned 235 Victorian and South Australian politicians from entering the country.

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled Idaho can enforce its ban on gender-affirming care, such as medication and surgery, for anyone under 18.

Donald Trump’s first of four criminal trials has begun in New York, making him the first U.S. President to front a criminal case.

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said about 99% of the air missiles and drones were intercepted.

A real estate mogul has been sentenced to death in Vietnam, after the businesswoman was accused of large-scale corruption.

A group of older Swiss women have won a climate lawsuit in the European Court of Human Rights, in what experts have called a landmark ruling.

Jamilla Clark and Arwa Aziz both alleged they were forced to remove their hijabs in front of male New York police officers.

AUKUS defence ministers have released a statement noting Japan could become involved in the military partnership. Here’s what that means.

Major commercial passenger airline maker Boeing is facing serious safety questions following a string of incidents on its aircrafts.

A hate crime is an illegal act based on prejudice or discrimination. Under Scottish legislation, the maximum penalty for “stirring up hatred” is now seven years in prison.

The school student allegedly killed one classmate and wounded two others in the city of Vantaa.

A fatal Taiwan earthquake has left tens of thousands without power, and triggered tsunami warnings for neighbouring countries.

“Zomi” Franckom and six other aid workers were killed in an Israeli air strike, prompting a swift condemnation from the Australian Government.

Iran has accused Israeli forces of launching a strike on its embassy in Syria, leaving about seven people dead.

To implement these reforms, the Federal Government needs the support of its provinces (like states) which administer health care.

Thailand is considered relatively progressive when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights. It has outlawed discrimination and censorship based on sexuality.

Anyone in Florida under 14 is banned from having a social media account, and 15-16-year-olds must receive permission from a parent/carer.

The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding an “immediate ceasefire” in Gaza and the release of hostages.

At 37-years-old, Simon Harris is Ireland’s youngest-ever PM. Harris joined his party, Fine Gael, at 15 years old.

A bill, which is expected to pass, on new tobacco and vaping regulations has been introduced to UK Parliament.

Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a suspected terrorism attack at Moscow concert hall that killed more than 130 people.