A recent ruling in the United States against Google and Meta states that social media causes addiction. Critics draw parallels to the tobacco trials, where the dangers of cigarettes were acknowledged. "I think it will have major significance on a global scale," says expert Rob Nicholls.
SwedenU.S. President Donald Trump is postponing his threatened attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure for 10 days. According to Trump, talks with Iran are underway and "going very well."
WorldThe new Harry Potter TV series will premiere this Christmas, when the first eight episodes will be shown.
EntertainmentFormer Google executive Matt Brittin will be the new director-general of the BBC. His predecessor, Tim Davie, resigned in November last year after heavy criticism over the public service broadcaster cutting a speech by US President Donald Trump.
EntertainmentSince Israel escalated its military operations in Lebanon in early March, at least 1,039 people have been killed, the BBC reports.
WorldDonald Trump threatens Iran with attacks on its energy infrastructure if Tehran does not open the Strait of Hormuz within two days. Iran responds by threatening to close the strait and to further expand the war.
WorldSeveral drones crashed in a wealthy district of Baghdad, hitting the headquarters of Iraq's intelligence service. Meanwhile, Iran threatens to strike Ras al-Khaimah, a coastal city in the United Arab Emirates, with "significant force," and Israel warns of expanded attacks.
WorldA special coin featuring a portrait of Donald Trump has been produced to mark the United States' 250th anniversary.
WorldThe British government will allow the United States to use British air bases in connection with attacks on Iranian targets, the BBC reports. Iran has responded with threats, and U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed surprise.
WorldThe wrestler, along with two others, took part in protests against the Iranian regime. Saleh Mohammadi has now been executed, the BBC reports. He was 19.
SportsIntense attacks continue from both sides in the Iran conflict. A refinery in Kuwait has been bombed by Iran, and a spokesman for Iran's Revolutionary Guard has been killed. The US and Israel have also struck 16 Iranian cargo ships.
WorldTalks with Iran about opening the Strait of Hormuz could start next week, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) president, Victor Jimenez Fernandez, told the BBC.
WorldMusic giant Sony Music has requested that more than 135,000 deepfake songs featuring its artists be removed from streaming services.
EntertainmentThe costs of the U.S. war on Iran are rising, and the Pentagon is now reportedly seeking an additional $200 billion to continue the war. "It costs money to kill bad guys," says Pete Hegseth.
WorldKevin Spacey will reach an out-of-court settlement, the BBC reports.
EntertainmentThe hugely popular Labubu dolls are being made into a feature film.
EntertainmentSean Penn went to Ukraine instead of attending the Oscars. Now he has been given an alternative statuette made from metal recovered from the war.
EntertainmentBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for talks and to renew pledges of military support for Ukraine. Starmer warned that the war in Iran risks making the world forget about Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the BBC reports.
WorldHeavy rainstorms continued to hit parts of Kenya on Sunday, causing additional deaths.
WorldUS President Donald Trump is urging several countries to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz - so far, interest has been lukewarm. But the Trump administration hopes to present a supporting group of countries this week, according to information provided to the Wall Street Journal.
WorldThe Pussycat Dolls are reuniting as a trio, reports the BBC.
EntertainmentBritish diplomat Peter Mandelson was fired as US ambassador after the extent of his contacts with Jeffrey Epstein was revealed. Now, new documents about Mandelson have been released, including his alleged attempts to arrange meetings with Tony Blair.
WorldTerror charges against one member of the rap group Kneecap will not be heard in court. A court rejected an appeal on Wednesday, the BBC reports.
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