Nepal Blocks Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X: Ban Sparks Outrage, Press Freedom Concerns
Nepal has blocked Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X and other major platforms after they failed to register with the government. The ban, enforced on September 5, has sparked criticism from journalists, rights groups and citizens who fear threats to freedom of expression, communication, and livelihoods.
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Thailand Political Shake-Up: Paetongtarn Shinawatra Removed, Anutin Charnvirakul Elected as Prime Minister Amid unrest
Thailand’s Constitutional Court has removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra over a leaked phone call scandal with Cambodia’s Hun Sen, sparking fresh political upheaval. In her place, parliament has elected Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul as the new prime minister. This article explores the scandal, the Shinawatra dynasty’s decline, Anutin’s rise, and what’s next for Thailand.
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Trump to Host 2026 G20 Summit at His Florida Golf Club, Says He ‘Won’t Profit’ from Event
US President Donald Trump announced that the 2026 G20 Summit will be held at his Trump National Doral golf resort in Miami, Florida. While critics question conflicts of interest, Trump insists his family will not profit from the event and calls the venue the “best location.”
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Trump Renames Department of Defence to ‘Department of War’ in Controversial Move
Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming the Pentagon as the “Department of War,” reviving a title last used before World War II. While Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claim the change restores tradition and “warrior ethos,” critics call it costly, politically motivated, and a distraction.
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Trump Backtracks on ‘Lost India to China’ Remark, Calls Modi a Great PM Amid Tariff Dispute
Donald Trump walked back his Truth Social post claiming the US had “lost India and Russia to China.” While expressing disappointment over India’s purchase of Russian oil and defending 50% tariffs on Indian goods, Trump stressed that he shares a “special relationship” with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and would “always be friends” with him.
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