Ukraine’s controversial recruitment drive: Why prisoners are being sent to war | DW News What if your way out of prison was the frontline of a war? In Ukraine, hundreds of inmates are now volunteering to swap their sentences for military service, joining the fight against Russia. #Ukraines #controversial #recruitment #drive #Why

Amanda Batula Leaving Summer House After West Wilson Dating Scandal | E! News Amanda Batula will not be returning for Summer House season 11 in the wake of her controversial romance with costar West Wilson and friendship fallout with Ciara Miller and more cast. Amanda's exit is quite a shakeup as her relationship with Kyle Cooke—with whom she confirmed her breakup after four years of marriage in January—has been a major centerpiece of the reality series since it began in 2017. #Amanda #Batula #Leaving #Summer #House

World Cup 2026: Côte d'Ivoire, Ecuador reach last 32 as Germany crash out, Curacao eliminated Ecuador reached the World Cup last 32 with a shock 2-1 win over Germany on Thursday, while Ivory Coast beat Curacao 2-0 to advance from Group E and eliminate the Caribbean side. Gonzalo Plata scored the late winner after Nilson Angulo cancelled out Leroy Sane's controversial early opener for Germany. #World #Cup #2026 #Côte #dIvoire

In a world where children are increasingly exposed to the pitfalls of social media, the UAE's decision to enforce user identification for those under 15 is both bold and controversial. This move reflects a growing recognition of the need for digital safety and accountability in an age where the virtual landscape can be perilous for the young and impressionable. The implications of such a policy extend beyond mere identification; it raises profound questions about privacy, autonomy, and the essence of digital identity. Are we sacrificing our freedoms for the sake of protection, or can this initiative strike a balance between safeguarding youth and preserving individual rights? As we witness this global trend towards verified digital identities, it's worth considering how far we are willing to go to shield our children from online dangers. Will this lead to a more responsible digital environment, or might it create an atmosphere of distrust? What do you think about this approach? Is it a necessary step or an overreach? https://reclaimthenet.org/to-keep-kids-off-social-media-the-uae-will-id-every-user #DigitalSafety #SocialMedia #UAE #YouthProtection

Kenya halts US-backed Ebola facility after public backlash | DW News Kenya has ordered a halt to a controversial US-backed Ebola quarantine facility after a court ruling and deadly protests. The project, intended to receive people exposed to the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has raised concerns over safety, transparency and sovereignty. #Kenya #halts #backed #Ebola #facility

Social Media Influencer Woah Vicky's Poetry Reading in Dimes Square The controversial Twitter sensation Woah Vicky gathered voices like Caroline Calloway for a sold-out event on the Lower East Side—a gathering tailor-made for a scene that might be past its prime. #Social #Media #Influencer #Woah #Vickys

'The Drama' Finally Lands Official Streaming Release Date The controversial film from the director of 'Dream Scenario' will soon be available to watch at home. #The #Drama #Finally #Lands #Official

Crypto’s most controversial governance idea is making a comeback DAOs promised governance without rulers, but mostly delivered drama. Now some investors want to try again. #Cryptos #most #controversial #governance #idea

Jack Schlossberg says he’s the future of the Democratic Party Jack Schlossberg joins Dasha Burns on “The Conversation” to talk about his campaign for New York’s 12th congressional district, his viral online persona and why he thinks Democrats need to be more “controversial” in the Trump era. Schlossberg discusses what he says Democrats got wrong in 2024, why he believes attention is political power, how the party can reach young male voters, and why he sees himself as part of a new generation trying to change Democratic politics. #Jack #Schlossberg #says #hes #the

Making a Case for Summer’s Hottest Hairstyle: The Partless Ponytail The hottest summer hair happens to also be the most debated on the internet. Here, we break down the controversial partless ponytail and how to style it today. #Making #Case #for #Summers #Hottest

Critics of Russia Say This Critic Isn’t Critical Enough Alexander Sokurov has questioned the Russian president about government repression, but he is still controversial among his country’s exiles. #Critics #Russia #Say #This #Critic

Homes in illegal Israeli settlements promoted at London property show Sky News has obtained exclusive images that demonstrate illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank were being advertised at a controversial property show that attracted large protests in London on Sunday. #Homes #illegal #Israeli #settlements #promoted

Homes in illegal Israeli settlements promoted at London property show Sky News has obtained exclusive images that demonstrate illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank were being advertised at a controversial property show that attracted large protests in London on Sunday. #Homes #illegal #Israeli #settlements #promoted

Anger over planned luxury resorts in Albania, including one linked to Trump's son-in-law Around 200 protesters have torn down fencing surrounding a controversial luxury development in Albania, as demonstrations continue over another planned resort linked ​to Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. #Anger #over #planned #luxury #resorts

One year on from India's worst air disaster in decades - still no answers │DW News One year after the Air India crash killed 260 people in Ahmedabad, grieving families and injured survivors say they've been abandoned without answers. From broken compensation promises to a highly controversial investigation, we look at the human cost of the tragedy and break down why finding the truth behind the dual-engine failure is taking so long. #One #year #from #Indias #worst

Meloni wins conditional EU backing for Albania asylum centres Controversial plan to hold migrants offshore during processing has faced several legal hurdles #Meloni #wins #conditional #backing #for

Trump storms out of NBC interview after denying his own “No War” promises Donald Trump stormed off from his interview for NBC’s “Meet the Press," after he was fact-checked on his false claims about election fraud by reporter Kristen Welker. She also asked him about the Iran war, his controversial "anti-weaponization" fund and the cost of living, though Trump made a serious of false and exaggerated responses. #Trump #storms #out #NBC #interview

Concerns raised over air passenger rights in Europe as crunch talks continue Concerns are mounting at a controversial revision of Europe's air passenger rights, as crunch talks between European Parliament and Council negotiators are expected to continue next week ahead of a June 15th deadline. #Concerns #raised #over #air #passenger

Kylie Jenner Is Staying Loyal to This Early 2000s Pedicure In Turks and Caicos, the beauty entrepreneur put a modern twist on a rather controversial nail trend. #Kylie #Jenner #Staying #Loyal #This

Trump’s Controversial Pick to Oversee U.S. Intelligence, and a Surge in Preventable Diseases Plus, how Marcia Lucas was “the heart” behind “Star Wars.” #Trumps #Controversial #Pick #Oversee #Intelligence

I Was the Face of New York Magazine’s Controversial, Andrew Cunanan–Inspired “Trophy Boys” Cover Story In the summer of 1997, Adam Turner wasn’t planning on being at the center of a gay cultural phenomenon. Nearly 30 years later, he reflects on what that moment in time meant. #Was #the #Face #New #York

Trump reconsiders $1.8 billion ally compensation fund amid Republican backlash President Donald Trump was said to be reconsidering a controversial $1.8 billion compensation fund on Monday, created as part of a settlement with the IRS, amid legal challenges and growing opposition from Republicans. #Trump #reconsiders #billion #ally #compensation

Colombians to vote in high-stakes test of President Gustavo Petro’s agenda Colombia will elect a new president and vice president in a vote Sunday that has been cast as a referendum on outgoing President Gustavo Petro’s policies. A former member of Colombia’s M-19 guerrilla group which fought for social justice in the 1970s and '80s, Petro has undertaken controversial peace negotiations with the country's remaining rebel groups while pushing for social and economic reforms that include an overhaul of the nation’s labor laws. #Colombians #vote #high #stakes #test

Convenio del comercio: consensos y controversia Arte, CCOO y Fetico, firmantes del acta de acuerdo sobre el primer convenio estatal del comercio textil, destacan los grandes consensos y avances del texto. UGT insta a leer la letra pequeña, porque “abarata y recorta derechos”. #Convenio #del #comercio #consensos #controversia

Not-So-Great Eight: The Most Controversial Cars of the 2000s (So Far) The Ferrari Luce is only the latest to run into the buzz saw of public opinion. #Not #Great #Eight #The #Most

Senegalese AFCON supporters return home after royal pardon A group of Senegalese football supporters jailed following their country's chaotic, violence-plagued Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco in January returned home on May 24 after being pardoned by the Moroccan king. In February, Moroccan courts had sentenced them for hooliganism following the controversial AFCON final which opposed Senegal to Morocco. #Senegalese #AFCON #supporters #return #home

Starbucks Korea boss apologises after advert sparks big backlash A billionaire whose company runs Starbucks in South Korea has publicly apologised for a controversial marketing campaign. #Starbucks #Korea #boss #apologises #after

Starbucks Korea boss apologises after advert sparks big backlash A billionaire whose company runs Starbucks in South Korea has publicly apologised for a controversial marketing campaign. #Starbucks #Korea #boss #apologises #after

The AI Debate Dominates Cannes 2026, With Stars Praising and Condemning Its Use The debate over AI burned its way through the film festival, as filmmakers and talent attacked, defended, and explored the controversial tech. #The #Debate #Dominates #Cannes #2026

European leaders call for sanctions after Ben‑Gvir video sparks outrage | DW News Europe is reacting with anger after a controversial video posted by Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben‑Gvir, showing him taunting handcuffed activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla intercepted by Israeli forces. Italy is among the countries calling for sanctions and summoning Israeli ambassadors — as we speak to a member of the Italian parliament about how far Europe is willing to go in its response. #European #leaders #call #for #sanctions

De-extinction firm says it has hatched first chicks from artificial eggs What came first: the chicken or the egg? Controversial de-extinction firm Colossal Biosciences claims to have answered that question by hatching its first chicks from an entirely artificial egg. #extinction #firm #says #has #hatched

What you need to know about Palantir | FT #shorts The software company is making news and making some people angry amid fears about the powers of the surveillance state. John Reed explains what it actually does and why it’s so controversial. #What #you #need #know #about

Lane Kiffin’s Vanity Fair Interview, Explained: Writer Chris Smith on the Former Ole Miss Coach In a recent profile, the willfully controversial head coach told Vanity Fair that he’d had trouble recruiting players to the University of Mississippi, which he left for Louisiana State University last year, due to the school’s history of racist tradition. #Lane #Kiffins #Vanity #Fair #Interview

They got banned: Cannes’ most controversial figures From shocking statements to red carpet bans… Cannes has never been just about cinema. Lars von Trier, Harvey Weinstein, Roman Polanski… FRANCE 24’s Stella Elgersma looks back at the scandals that marked the Festival 🎬 #They #got #banned #Cannes #most

Putin's Contradictions: Attack Ukraine, Talk Deals, Propose Schröder | Berlin Briefing Podcast As Russia launches a fresh wave of attacks across Ukraine and the Kremlin signals it could pursue economic deals with the United States — under certain conditions — Vladimir Putin is also floating a controversial idea: Former German chancellor Gerhard Schröder as a mediator for Europe. The messages don’t seem to line up. #Putins #Contradictions #Attack #Ukraine #Talk

Eurovision Is Facing a Major Controversy Over Israel’s Advertising Efforts As the semifinals get underway, a new investigation returns to the controversial 2025 finals—and reveals exactly how far Israeli diplomats allegedly went in an effort to keep the country in the contest. #Eurovision #Facing #Major #Controversy #Over

Russian president Putin nominates a controversial ex-German chancellor as peace broker | DW News Vladimir Putin has suggested the war in Ukraine is coming to an end. And he says he's open to talks with Ukraine and Europe on new security arrangements. #Russian #president #Putin #nominates #controversial

Why Putin may no longer trust his own inner circle | DW News As Moscow stages its annual Victory Day parade projecting strength and unity, a controversial report allegedly based on European intelligence assessments paints a very different picture behind the Kremlin walls. The report claims Vladimir Putin has sharply increased his personal security amid fears of elite betrayal, internal leaks and even possible coup attempts from within Russia’s own power structure. #Why #Putin #may #longer #trust

It’s the Most Controversial Venice Biennale in Years. Can the Art Stand Up to the Noise? The US Pavilion has critics in a fury—and not just because Trump's State Department overhauled the selection process. The jury of the Biennale resigned days before the opening. #Its #the #Most #Controversial #Venice

How Lauren Sánchez Bezos' Met Gala Dress Claps Back at Fashion Scandal | E! News Lauren Sánchez Bezos found style in a vintage scandal. In honor of the 2026 Met Gala’s “Fashion Is Art” dress code, the former journalist worked with Schiaparelli designer Daniel Roseberry on a look that was inspired by John Singer Sargent’s controversial 1883 painting “Madame X. #How #Lauren #Sánchez #Bezos #Met

Indian prime minister's party wins controversial and contentious state election In a resounding victory Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's nationalist Hindu party has wrested control of the key state of West Bengal. #Indian #prime #ministers #party #wins

Opus Dei: inside a controversial Catholic group | FT #shorts Two years ago, FT journalist Antonia Cundy began investigating the controversial Catholic organisation Opus Dei. The story she uncovered was not what she expected. #Opus #Dei #inside #controversial #Catholic

Congress reduces Bolsonaro's jair term Brazil’s Congress has voted to reduce the 27-year prison sentence of former President Jair Bolsonaro, though the highly controversial decision is expected to be appealed. Bolsonaro was convicted of plotting a coup after losing the 2022 presidential election, and the move to shorten his sentence is widely seen as a setback for current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, as reported by Liza Kaminov. #Congress #reduces #Bolsonaros #jair #term

Swedish opposition demand revote on transitional citizenship rules The Swedish opposition is calling for a revote on attaching transitional rules to the citizenship reforms, after the Sweden Democrats controversially blocked its majority. #Swedish #opposition #demand #revote #transitional

'I feel scammed': Foreigners in Sweden react to controversial citizenship vote Feeling betrayed, disappointed but not surprised, and concerned that the rule of law is deteriorating in Sweden: here's how The Local's readers responded after a dramatic citizenship vote in the Swedish parliament. #feel #scammed #Foreigners #Sweden #react

Meta quietly rolls out stablecoin payments four years after demise of controversial Libra project Creators can receive payouts in the stablecoin USDC on the Solana and Polygon blockchains, according to a new page on Meta’s website. #Meta #quietly #rolls #out #stablecoin

'Michael' Ending & Why the Story Ends So Early, Explained Find out what happens at the end of 'Michael', the controversial biopic about the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. #Michael #Ending #Why #the #Story

Charlize Theron Blasts Timothée Chalamet for his Controversial Comments on Ballet The Fury Road star says she hopes to run into Chalamet one day, and quipped “in 10 years, AI is going to be able to do Timothée’s job, but it will not be able to replace a person on a stage dancing live." #Charlize #Theron #Blasts #Timothée #Chalamet

Antisemitism and apology for terrorism 'already illegal in France': Is Yadan Law 'really necessary?' As France debates a controversial antisemitism bill, Oliver Farry welcomes Renaud Foucart, Economist, Senior Lecturer at Lancaster University, for a nuanced and critical examination of the so-called Yadan Law. Speaking from both an economic and institutional perspective, he evokes three competing imperatives: the urgent need to combat anti-Semitism, the preservation of freedom of expression, and the instrumentalization of legal tools within electoral politics. #Antisemitism #and #apology #for #terrorism

Why is France’s bill against ‘new forms of anti-Semitism’ sparking controversy? French lawmakers are on Thursday set to debate a controversial bill that proposes labeling any implicitly expressed "hatred" against the state of Israel as anti-Semitic, making it a crime under the country’s terrorism laws. Critics of the “Yadan law” warn the new legislation will not just muzzle legitimate criticism of Israel but could further fuel anti-Semitism in France. #Why #Frances #bill #against #new

French minister seeks to ban Kanye West concert in Marseille over anti-Semitic remarks Controversial US rapper Kanye West is facing the possible cancellation of his planned June concert in Marseille as France’s Interior Minister Laurent Nunez moves to block the performance over the artist’s anti-Semitic remarks.  #French #minister #seeks #ban #Kanye

Speculation Miliband will approve drilling new oil and gas field 'unfounded' Speculation that Energy Secretary Ed Miliband will approve the controversial Jackdaw oil and gas field is "unfounded", the minister's department said. #Speculation #Miliband #will #approve #drilling