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Vaccine Makers Criticize U.S. Panel’s Move to Limit Hepatitis B Shots for Newborns

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Vaccine manufacturers and health experts have raised alarm after a U.S. immunization advisory panel voted to end its long-held recommendation that all newborns receive the hepatitis B vaccine at birth. The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) now advises that only infants born to hepatitis B-positive mothers get the immediate dose, while others should

Merz Secures Pensions Bill Despite Internal Revolt, Exposing Leadership Strains

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz narrowly secured parliamentary approval for a contentious pensions bill, passing it with 318 votes in the 630-seat Bundestag, despite internal rebellion from members of his own conservative bloc. The bill, which adds €185 billion to pension spending over 15 years and maintains pension levels at 48% of average wages until 2031, […]

Germany’s Merz Wins Crucial Vote on Pensions Reform Despite Internal Revolt

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz secured an absolute majority in parliament on Friday for his controversial pensions bill, overcoming resistance from younger members of his own conservative bloc. The draft, which guarantees current pension levels until 2031, passed with 319 votes, indicating it likely succeeded without the support of opposition parties. The vote came after

Ukraine Condemns Diver Sofiia Lyskun for Switching Allegiance to Russia

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The Ukrainian Diving Federation has condemned diver Sofiia Lyskun after the 23-year-old European champion switched her sporting nationality to Russia. The federation said Lyskun changed her citizenship without informing Ukrainian officials, calling the move “categorically unacceptable” and harmful to the reputation of the national team. Lyskun, who competed for Ukraine at

Eurovision Faces Major Rift as Israel Cleared to Compete, Prompting Multiple Withdrawals

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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) decided not to hold a vote on Israel’s participation in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, confirming the country’s entry and triggering an immediate backlash. Broadcasters from Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia announced their withdrawal from the contest, citing the mounting death toll in Gaza and accusing Israel of