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• [New] The federal government has raised concerns over the high rate of sexual reproductive health and rights gap, especially amongst young girls in Nigeria as it has left many young girls vulnerable to various health risks. Tribune Online
• [New] The fear of AI impacting jobs is rooted in its potential to automate tasks, displace workers, and exacerbate inequality, affecting nearly 40% of global employment. eduKate Tuition Centre
• [New] On a planet increasingly threatened by climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality, a comprehensive understanding of sustainability and the SDGs is essential to foster cooperation, drive meaningful action, and ensure a sustainable and just future for all. Springer Nature Switzerland
• [New] Elon Musk posted on X over the weekend that a massive strategic error is being made right now to damage solar / battery that will leave America extremely vulnerable in the future as he renewed calls to create a new political party. Tech News Vision
• [New] With the right investment in skills and infrastructure, the UK could become the global benchmark for fusion development, and it all begins with fusion energy training today. Innovation News Network
• [New] The Danish government will need to carefully consider the potential implications of its definitions and ensure that they are both effective in preventing abuse and respectful of fundamental rights. DISA
• [New] Intellectual property protection: The intellectual property rights of foreign medical device manufacturers in China will be protected equally, with stronger enforcement against infringements and fast-track mechanisms for rights protection. Acclime
• [New] Civil liberties organization the Open Rights Group is concerned the Online Safety Act age check requirements for platforms may introduce a wide range of new cybersecurity risks for users, or even push children towards more dangerous sites. BBC News
• [New] An international backlash could lead to a reassessment of military and economic partnerships with Israel, particularly from nations emphasizing human rights and global stability. Muslim World Report
• [New] The Crown Estate has announced the award of rights to develop a new generation of floating offshore wind farms off the coasts of Wales and South West England, with new opportunities for job creation and economic growth. Energy Global
• [New] India has the potential to benefit from global trade shifts and become an integral part of global supply chains with the right strategy. EDUREV.IN
• [New] The choices made in the coming weeks and months will not only shape the future of Venezuela but also establish precedents for how nations address the intricate interplay of governance, economics, and human rights on a global scale. Muslim World Report
• [New] We could recycle so much more plastic waste within the UK if improvements to existing systems and legislation create the right atmosphere to increase investment. British Plastics Federation
• [New] With the right policy interventions, academic reforms, and industry collaboration, gig careers can evolve from short-term sustenance models to long-term rewarding professional careers, offering opportunities for higher income, growth, and innovation to India's young talent. The Hindu
• The tension between state and federal power erupted when South Carolina declared its right to nullify federal tariffs, threatening outright secession. History Collection
• On the coasts of Syria, the risk for attempts for piracy is LOW / for Hijacking, opening fire is NER / and for electronic harassment of maritime aids NER. All About Shipping
• The rise of politically motivated crimes and the insidious spread of right-wing radicalization represent an existential threat to liberal democracies worldwide. Global Annal
• Observing countries may hesitate to align with the U.S. on issues concerning human rights and the promotion of democratic governance, fearing that American principles lack authenticity. Muslim World Report
• While China respects other countries' rights to sail through the Taiwan Strait, it firmly opposes any country using the name of freedom of navigation to provoke and threaten China's sovereign security. BBC News
• Nigeria's Cybercrime Act criminalises offensive online communications but has attracted scrutiny due to ambiguous terminology that risks encroaching on freedom of expression and may be exploited for political suppression. AfricLaw
• Despite the federal government's interest, states such as California and Oregon have already introduced legislation to ban deep-sea mining, citing the high risk to biodiversity, fisheries, and the rights of Indigenous peoples. Hakai Magazine

Last updated: 06 July 2025