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EU reaches tentative deal on simpler AI rules, plans ban on 'nudifier' apps In a provisional deal, the European Union has agreed on a ban on the use of AI for creating pornographic deepfakes and sexualized imagery. It has also agreed on amending certain rules within the EU's AI Act. 'Dark patterns': Investigating online manipulation Ireland's media regulator is investigating Facebook and Instagram on suspicion that so-called dark patterns are used to manipulate users. UK votes in key local and regional elections Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour Party is expected to face major losses, perhaps spelling the end of his premiership. Reform, the Greens, Plaid Cymru and the SNP are all hoping to make gains. US: New York judge makes alleged Esptein suicide note public The handwritten document was reportedly found after late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's first suicide attempt. It could not be verified if the note was authored by him. Myanmar: What's behind Suu Kyi's transfer to house arrest? The transfer of Aung San Suu Kyi from prison to house arrest has been welcomed cautiously abroad, but experts say Myanmar's military may be using it to boost legitimacy as the nation remains engulfed in civil war. Historic Lebanon-Israel talks: A no-win situation? Despite recent talks between Israel and Lebanon, experts don't see much hope for a positive outcome — nor do locals in southern Lebanon, who are most affected by the conflict. How close is the United Kingdom to breaking up? The May 7 elections could see nationalist gains in Scotland and Wales, while Sinn Fein already leads in Northern Ireland. Is the UK's unity at risk? Venice Biennale in crisis: The controversies explained Following the resignation of the jury over Russia's and Israel's disputed participation, the traditional Golden Lion will not be awarded this year. How India uses remote island to show strength against China At the edge of the Indian Ocean, the far-flung Great Nicobar Island is being turned into a strategic hub that New Delhi hopes will shape trade routes and boost its military reach. Romania's government falls, far-right firewall crumbles Romania's Social Democrats have joined forces with the far right to oust the pro-reform government of Ilie Bolojan. The economic impact will be serious; the political cost high. Is the far right on the brink of power? Could Ghana outlaw 'sex for jobs' demands? President John Mahama wants to criminalize employers demanding sex in exchange for work. But can a new law — that falls into a legal grey zone — be enforced?