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Malaysia: Social media ban for minors sparks privacy debate Malaysia’s ban on under-16s using social media has been framed as a child-safety measure, but critics warn it could prove difficult to enforce and may come at the cost of online privacy. Portugal: General strike causes disruption to services Flights have been canceled and schools closed as unions stage a strike over government labor reform plans. It is the second major walkout in Portugal in six months. Armenia's election offers a choice between Russia and EU Armenians are set to vote on the country's future geopolitical direction on June 7. The election will be a test of public opinion in the long-standing Russia ally, where the population is increasingly eyeing the EU. UK: Protest erupts over student murder Protesters have clashed with police in Southampton over the December murder of finance student Henry Nowak. The fatally injured victim was handcuffed by police after his killer accused him of racist abuse. US plans extra tariffs for 60 countries over forced labor A new wave of Trump tariffs could unsettle US trade partners which have already signed new trade deals or have been negotiating them for months. Democracy in Africa: Coups, crises and foregone conclusions As Ethiopia formally counts the votes following Monday's election, attitudes toward democracy appear to be shifting across Africa. In April, Burkina Faso's junta leader told the Burkinabe people to "forget" democracy. El Nino could push temperatures higher, UN warns The World Meteorological Organization says there's a high likelihood of a moderate or possibly strong El Nino weather phenomenon in the coming months. This could push temperatures higher and affect rainfall. Kosovo general election: the cost of political polarization Sunday's election in Kosovo — the third in under 16 months — is marked by a clash between former allies PM Albin Kurti and ex-President Vjosa Osmani, deadlock in the dialogue with Serbia and obstacles to EU integration. 'Cockroach' movement gives voice to India's angry youth The satirical Cockroach Janta Party has tapped into the concerns of the India's youth over issues plaguing the nation's education and employment policies. Nigeria: How religious divides worsen conflict during drought Drought is often blamed for herder-farmer violence in Nigeria. But new research shows that clashes also arise when Muslim herders meet largely Christian farming communities, turning rivalry over land into conflict. Taiwan's Lai: Status quo is key to secure tech supply chains President Lai Ching-te has opened an AI and tech summit in Taipei, saying preserving the status quo is key to securing supply chains. Taiwan is a crucial chipmaker, but its ties with China are a constant source of risk. Israel-Lebanon conflict: Why military pressure isn't enough Clashes persist as Israel pushes deeper into Lebanon despite Trump's ceasefire claims. Experts warn that the offensive is undermining talks with Hezbollah and pushing a political solution further out of reach. Refugees and migration: Is Europe closing its doors? Migration researchers have called on European governments to abandon isolationist policies. But many politicians are not heeding their calls.