December 11, 2025

Malappuram Sees 77.41% Voter Turnout in Civic Body Elections; Women Lead Polling

Malappuram district held elections for 122 civic bodies with 77.41% voter turnout. Women voters outnumbered men, showing strong enthusiasm. Polls were peaceful and counting begins December 13.

December 11, 2025

Austria Bans Headscarves for Girls Under 14 in Schools, Sparking Constitutional Debate

Austria’s lawmakers have approved a ban on headscarves for girls under 14 in schools. The law aims to ‘protect the freedom of girls’ but faces criticism for potential discrimination and Islamophobia, with questions if the constitutional court will overturn it.

December 11, 2025

US Seizes Largest Oil Tanker Off Venezuela in Anti-Terrorism Operation

The US took control of one of the biggest oil tankers ever seized near Venezuela. It is accused of carrying sanctioned oil tied to terrorism. This marks a sharp escalation in pressure on Nicolás Maduro's government.

December 11, 2025

NSW Health Resists Lowering Blood Lead Level Limits for Children in Broken Hill

NSW Health ignored government calls to lower blood lead limits from 5 to 3.5 μg/dL for children in Broken Hill, despite risks to brain development. Nearly 90% of Aboriginal children exceed the lower level, but officials cited resource limits and privacy concerns.

December 11, 2025

MP Allegra Spender Warns Sydney's Luxury Apartment Boom Is Killing Affordable Housing

Sydney’s move to replace old flats with fewer luxury apartments is causing a drop in affordable homes. MP Allegra Spender urges urgent action to protect housing for workers and youth.