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Belfast Police Request Calm Following Knife Attack

Belfast police have urged the public to remain calm after a knife attack was recorded and has sparked calls for anti-immigration protests. This follows previous migration-related riots in Northern Ireland last June.

New York Times — Business

Dutch Authorities Block Acquisition of Solvinity by Kyndryl

Dutch authorities have blocked the acquisition of Solvinity, a local tech company, by the U.S. company Kyndryl. The decision was announced by Willemijn Aerdts, the Dutch minister for the digital economy and sovereignty.

New York Times — Tech

Dutch Authorities Block Acquisition of Solvinity by Kyndryl

Dutch authorities have blocked the acquisition of Solvinity, a technology company based in the Netherlands, by the U.S. tech firm Kyndryl. The decision was announced by Willemijn Aerdts, the Dutch Minister for Digital Economy and Sovereignty.

The Atlantic

Marjane Satrapi, Renowned Graphic Memoirist, Passes Away at 56

Marjane Satrapi, the acclaimed French-Iranian graphic memoirist known for 'Persepolis,' has died at 56. Her work addressed themes of identity, politics, and resilience, and she was recognized for her contributions to both literature and film. Satrapi's legacy includes her influential graphic narratives and films that explore complex social issues.

New York Times — World

Lithuanian School Prepares for Potential Attacks Amid Drone Activity

Ligita Visockiene, principal of a primary school in Vilnius, Lithuania, highlighted the school's emergency preparedness in light of increasing drone activity. The school has plans in place for potential attacks, though Visockiene expressed surprise at the necessity of these plans.

NPR — Top Stories

Sweden to Implement Mobile Phone Ban in Schools

Sweden has announced a ban on mobile phones in schools, effective from the fall of the next academic year. This marks a significant policy change for a nation known for its digital technology adoption in education.

Al Jazeera English

EU Proposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia

The European Union is set to propose additional sanctions against Russia, building on existing measures that have already reached $1.5 trillion. The new sanctions will focus on individuals and organizations linked to military activities and human rights abuses.