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Dementia at just 24-years-old – how Britain’s youngest sufferer may help researchers understand the disease

Rahul Sidhu, University of Sheffield A UK man who is thought to be Britain’s youngest dementia sufferer recently passed away from the disease at only 24 years old. Andre Yarham,…

As the Arctic warms up, the race to control the region is growing ever hotter

Klaus Dodds, Middlesex University Donald Trump and his senior officials insist that Greenland must become part of the US. This is for national security purposes, they say, maintaining that Denmark,…

Turkey’s Exports to Syria Top $3 Billion

Turkey’s exports to Syria have exceeded $3 billion this year, up from $1.95 billion in 2023, marking a 54% increase. SpeBurdur and Isparta remain key contributors to Turkey’s overall export…

Turkey Plans New Restrictions on E‑Cigarette and Gambling Ads

Turkey’s Trade Ministry is preparing new rules that would ban advertising for electronic cigarettes and games of chance, while tightening oversight of digital and AI‑generated ads, according to a draft…

Turkey Raises Energy‑Sector Penalties by 25.49%

Turkey’s energy regulator has increased administrative fines across the electricity, natural gas, petroleum and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) markets for 2026. The Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) said in notices…

Iran’s President Orders Security Forces Not to Confront Economic Protesters

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has instructed security forces not to crack down on ongoing economic protests, according to comments released Wednesday by state‑aligned media. In a video published by the…

Turkey Updates E‑Commerce Penalties

Turkey’s Trade Ministry has increased administrative fines for violations in electronic commerce, adjusting the penalties in line with the 25.49% revaluation rate for 2025. Under the updated schedule, intermediary service…

Family Says Football Great Kevin Keegan Diagnosed With Cancer

Former England forward and national team manager Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer, his family said Wednesday in a statement to Sky Sports. Keegan, 74, was recently admitted to…

Greenland Confirms It Will Join U.S.–Denmark Meeting Next Week

Greenland’s government said Wednesday it will take part in next week’s planned meeting between Denmark and the United States. “Nothing about Greenland without Greenland. Of course we will participate. We…

A sign of Europe’s troubled times? Lithuania brings in tax reforms to boost defence spending

Karl Matikonis, University College Dublin Lithuania is entering 2026 with a tax shift that brings its system closer to countries like Ireland and the UK. From January 1, the long-standing…

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