Bolivia revives anti-drug alliance with US after nearly 18-year break – drugs news

Bolivia revives anti-drug alliance with US after nearly 18-year break – drugs news

In a significant foreign policy shift, Bolivia has reopened its doors to the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). The move was confirmed on Monday, ending a nearly two-decade gap in bilateral efforts to stop drug trafficking. Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list Bolivian government minister Marco Oviedo told local media this week…

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The biggest fine ever imposed on Reddit over an age verification check by the Information Commissioner’s Office. Science, climate and technology news

The biggest fine ever imposed on Reddit over an age verification check by the Information Commissioner’s Office. Science, climate and technology news

Reddit has been fined more than £14m by the Information Commissioner’s Office for failing to keep children safe. This is the largest fine ever imposed by the information watchdog on children’s privacy issues. The data protection watchdog’s investigation found that the American company used children’s information illegally. A statement from the ICO said Reddit’s failings…

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“Staring down the barrel at high costs”: US tariffs and financial news for UK businesses spell an uncertain future

“Staring down the barrel at high costs”: US tariffs and financial news for UK businesses spell an uncertain future

Donald Trump’s new global tariff hikes, set to take effect from Tuesday, have left UK businesses facing uncertainty and higher costs. Governments around the world have been scrambling for information since Friday, when the US Supreme Court struck down his “Liberation Day” tariff policy and the President announced a temporary 15% tax on imports into…

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Porn company fined record £1.3 million by Ofcom over age verification failure Science, climate and technology news

Porn company fined record £1.3 million by Ofcom over age verification failure Science, climate and technology news

This is the largest fine ever imposed on a porn company under the Online Security Act. 8579 LLC, a pornography provider with several popular sites, was fined a record £1.35 million for not checking age, as well as £50,000 for failing to respond to an information request. Ofcom, the UK communications regulator, which issued the…

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Celtic and Rangers drop points in Scottish Premiership title race but Martin O’Neill and Danny Rohl remain defiant | football news

Celtic and Rangers drop points in Scottish Premiership title race but Martin O’Neill and Danny Rohl remain defiant | football news

Martin O’Neill and Danny Rohl were their rivals for the Scottish Premiership title, although both Celtic and Rangers dropped points on Sunday. The Hoops were beaten 2-1 by Hibernian, with Kai Andrews’ late winner handing the visitors their first win at Celtic Park in 16 years. Meanwhile, Rangers came from 2-0 down to draw 2-2…

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Another store closure has been announced by the large retailer, which has 156 locations throughout the United Kingdom. News | UK

Another store closure has been announced by the large retailer, which has 156 locations throughout the United Kingdom. News | UK

A major high street retailer has closed another UK store as it continues to close its stores amid the ongoing financial turmoil. Claire’s has closed its York City Centre store. A new souvenir shop immediately took over the unit, selling gifts for tourists visiting the historic city. The closure comes as the fashion accessories chain…

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