The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta’s largest layoff since 2023.
Aboriginal children’s book pulled over illustrator’s Bondi attack comments
Several writers have cut ties with the University of Queensland Press for cancelling the book.
Kenyan leader sparks uproar after mocking Nigerians’ spoken English
William Ruto says Kenyans speak “some of the best English in the world” while it is hard to understand Nigerians.
Steve Rosenberg: Kremlin’s tightening grip on internet fuels public discontent
Throughout Russia, internet usage has become seriously restricted. Citizens are drawing comparison to Soviet censorship and today’s digital blackouts.
White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms
A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.
Headscarf with a beret: Muslim designers showcase floral dresses and boxy streetwear in Paris
Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape.
US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro
Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says.
A rumour, a lynching in India and a long wait for justice
A court has convicted 20 people for the 2018 mob lynching of two men falsely accused of kidnapping children.
Ringo Starr: ‘I made all my mistakes on stage’
Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day’s Night.
US boards ship carrying Iran oil as Trump threatens mine-laying vessels
Central Command said it has intercepted 33 vessels since imposing a blockade on ships coming to and from Iran.
