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Digital memory at stake: Why news outlets block the Wayback Machine The "Wayback Machine," custodian of digital memory, is fighting for its survival. An increasing number of media outlets are refusing to allow the Web Archive to archive their content. Virginia voters approve plan that could boost Democrats' seats in Congress The move could increase the Democrats' chances of winning four currently Republican-held seats in Congress in midterm elections in November. US in talks to send Afghan refugees to DR Congo Afghan allies who assisted US forces now face a stark choice: resettle in the war‑torn Democratic Republic of Congo or return to Taliban‑ruled Afghanistan. Mexican pyramid gunman had materials tied to Columbine shooting, officials say A 27-year-old suspect who opened fire at the Teotihuacan archaeological site possessed material related to the Columbine school shooting in the United States, Mexican authorities said. Lebanon war puts pregnant women at risk Lebanon’s healthcare system is under severe strain despite a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Thousands of displaced pregnant women are struggling to access medical services. How grievance turns to violence in a mass shooter's mind Attacks like last week's school shooting in Turkey can seem to come out of nowhere, but they rarely do. Instead, a buildup of grievance and fixation often precedes the the moment violent thoughts become violent acts. UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008 A draft law in the UK to create a "smoke-free generation" by banning smoking for anybody born after 2008 has cleared both houses of parliament. Only the king's signature remains for it to become law. What are Japan, South Korea learning from Hormuz disruption? The Strait of Hormuz blockade has shaken Tokyo and Seoul, highlighting their dependence on maritime trade for essential goods including food and fuel. Nigeria's $2B power bailout tests Tinubu reforms Nigeria has approved billions to clear power sector debts. Analysts say the move may stabilize electricity supply, but deeper structural problems remain unresolved. What course will Bulgaria’s new leader Rumen Radev take? The trained pilot, former general and ex-president says he will crack down on corruption and seek dialogue with Russia. But who is Rumen Radev, the man who swept to victory in Sunday’s election? Apple switches CEO: What it means for the iPhone maker Apple's top hardware engineer John Ternus will lead the $4 trillion iPhone maker, as Tim Cook steps back. Will Apple chase rivals for the smartest intelligence, or deliver the best personal AI experience? Hungary: Orban-era LGBTQ law infringes human rights, ECJ rules The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. Why cloud computing still runs on coal and gas Renewable energy is increasingly being used to supply power-hungry data centers. As the sector swells, much of the electricity demand is being met by polluting fossil fuels.