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World’s Biggest Condom Maker Plans Price Increase Over Iran War Costs
Malaysia-based Karex, which makes more than five billion condoms a year and supplies brands including Durex and Trojan, says it plans to raise prices because of costs linked to the Iran war.
Angus Council rejects claims that a former care home will become a 35-bed migrant HMO
Angus councillors have delayed a final decision on a plan to convert the former Lochbank Manor care home in Forfar into a 35-bed house in multiple occupation, opting instead to visit the site first. The proposal has drawn more than 600 objections, though the council says around 160 were later redacted for containing claims that were inaccurate or likely to provoke unrest. The developer and the council both say there is no indication the building will house asylum seekers.
Virginia Voters Approve Redistricting Plan That Could Add House Seats for Democrats
Virginia voters approved a congressional redistricting plan that could help Democrats win up to four additional U.S. House seats in this year’s midterm elections.
Supreme Court to review whether green-card holders charged with crimes can be put on parole after reentry
The Supreme Court will decide whether legal permanent residents who are charged with a crime can be placed on parole if they leave the country and then return. The case could affect how green-card holders are treated at the border after a criminal charge.
Virginia Voters Approve Amendment for New Congressional Map
Virginia voters narrowly approved a constitutional amendment that clears the way for a new congressional map ahead of the midterm elections. The new map is expected to favor Democrats.
Tehran Holds Military Parades as Ceasefire Deadline Approaches
Videos show large crowds attending a military parade in Tehran on Tuesday as the US-Iran ceasefire deadline approached.
Police Investigate Arson Attack on Jewish-Owned Shop in Watford
Police are investigating an arson attack at a Jewish-owned shop in Watford after a fire door was set alight and graffiti was left on a building on Lower High Street. Officers are looking for a group of young men seen nearby around the time of the incident and are asking witnesses to share any mobile phone, dashcam, or doorbell footage. Police say they believe it was an isolated incident and not linked to recent arson attacks in London.
CIA Officers Among Four Dead in Mexico Crash After Anti-Drug Operation
Two CIA officers were reportedly killed in a traffic crash in northern Mexico that also left two Mexican officials dead. The vehicle went off a road, fell into a ravine, and caught fire after the group had taken part in follow-up work tied to a major anti-drug operation. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered a review of whether the joint cooperation followed national security rules, and authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash.
Five EU Countries Could Cut Energy Bills by 58% Thanks to Clean Power
Consumers in five European Union countries are set to save up to €8.5 billion on energy bills this year compared with countries using the dirtiest energy mix, thanks to cleaner power generation.
Trump Says Iran Is Keeping the Strait of Hormuz Closed to ‘Save Face’
President Trump criticized Iran over the Strait of Hormuz shortly after announcing an extension of the ceasefire with Tehran. He said Iran does not want the waterway closed because it would cut off major oil revenue, and claimed the closure is being kept up to avoid embarrassment.
Indonesia Grants Legal Recognition to Domestic Workers After 22-Year Fight
Indonesia has legally recognised domestic workers after a 22-year campaign. The country is home to about 4.2 million domestic workers, and nearly 90% are women.
Meta employees reportedly unhappy about surveillance software on work computers
Meta is reportedly installing surveillance software on employees’ work computers to help build its AI systems. The move has sparked frustration among staff, adding a little irony to a company famous for watching everyone else online.
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