Syria implements new swimwear rules. Public beaches and pools now require women to wear burkinis or modest attire. Private locations are exempt from this rule. The decree, issued by the interim government, sparks controversy. Some support the focus on modesty. Others criticise the control over personal choices. The rule raises questions about freedom and cultural values.
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Nicolas Sarkozy, France's former president, has been stripped of his Legion of Honor medal following his conviction for corruption and influence peddling. This decision aligns with the Legion of Honor's regulations, marking Sarkozy as the second former head of state to lose the distinction after Philippe Petain. Sarkozy faces ongoing legal battles, including allegations of illicit campaign funding from Libya.
Shiloh Hendrix, a white woman who used a racial slur against a child, received over $750,000 in donations through GiveSendGo, a platform known for far-right causes. This support, which included racial slurs and Nazi symbols in donation messages, has sparked alarm and reflects a broader trend of extremist-linked crowdfunding gaining traction in the US.
The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has introduced AI-driven work permit services, eliminating manual processes and document requirements. This initiative, part of the 'Zero Bureaucracy Program,' streamlines services, enhances efficiency, and improves customer satisfaction. MoHRE also leverages user feedback to refine services and build a future-ready public service ecosystem.
King Charles III paused his birthday parade, Trooping the Colour, to honor the victims of the recent Air India plane crash. He wore a black armband and observed a minute's silence as a mark of respect for the lives lost and the communities affected by the tragedy.
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