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Why turning 16 won’t suddenly make social media safe for teens

March 28, 2026

Countries across Asia and the Pacific are racing to set 16 as the minimum age for social media apps like TikTok and Instagram. Indonesia will enforce its new rule this month, while Indian states such as Karnataka are considering similar steps. The move plays well with voters and makes tech bosses lo

business

Budget Battles: How a School District Scrutinized Contracts and Trips

March 27, 2026

A recent probe in a large Colorado school district has turned the spotlight on nearly $3 million of contracts and questions about international travel. The investigation, led by the board president, focuses on agreements signed between the district and a Texas‑based education firm called Education A

politics

A Mixed Legacy of Service and Controversy

March 27, 2026

Robert Mueller was a man who spent his life in public service. He served as a Marine officer during the Vietnam War and was wounded in action. After leaving the military, he became a federal prosecutor who tackled organized crime, terrorism and corruption. In 2006 President George W. Bush appointed

crime

Brazil Gives Police a New Crypto Tool

March 27, 2026

Brazil’s lawmakers have passed a new rule that lets police use crypto they seize from criminals. The move gives law‑enforcement agencies a fresh way to fight organized crime. The new law, numbered 15. 358, says that any digital money used in a crime can be taken away by the state. The seized crypto

environment

Brazil Starts Reforesting Amazon with Startup Deal

March 27, 2026

The Brazilian government recently opened its first public land auction for reforestation and chose a small company called Re. green to manage a large Amazon plot. Re. green is the only firm that offered to restore 145, 000 acres in the Bom Futuro reserve for four decades. They plan to pay abou

politics

Hungary’s New Hope Faces an Old Powerhouse

March 27, 2026

A fresh face has appeared in Hungary’s political arena, stirring debate about the future of a country that has long been dominated by one leader. The newcomer, who runs under the banner of a newly formed party, has tapped into widespread worries about the economy and corruption. He also points to

technology

AI Leaders Talk Big Ideas, but the Answers Stay Vague

March 27, 2026

The new film “The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist” brings together several high‑profile tech CEOs for a look at artificial intelligence. The director, Daniel Roher, had originally wanted to interview Sam Altman of OpenAI but ended up using a chatbot that mimicked him when the real person w

education

Learn Rubber Skills Anytime, Anywhere

March 27, 2026

The Rubber Division has added new on‑demand courses to its learning hub. Now, in addition to the usual self‑paced Basic, Intermediate and Advanced programs, learners can watch recordings of earlier classes and webinars whenever they choose. This change lets people revisit core ideas, sharpen thei

health

Simple Ways We Learned About Health

March 27, 2026

In the 1950s, a surprising event made people think about their bodies. President Dwight Eisenhower had a heart attack while playing golf in Denver. The nation was shocked because he seemed strong and young. A health official compared the news to learning about Pearl Harbor, showing how serious it wa

politics

Prediction Sites Face Big Risk of New Ban

March 27, 2026

Prediction platforms that let users bet on events like elections, sports games and pop culture shows are facing a possible legal crackdown. A bill called the STOP Corrupt Bets Act is set to be filed in the Senate, while a House version will follow soon. The new law would prohibit trading on many