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Former Botswana President Festus Mogae has died at age 86, with the government declaring three days of national mourning. He led from 1998 to 2008, praised for good governance and anti-HIV/AIDS efforts.
Iran's judiciary has vowed to continue 'firm' action against individuals accused of working for foreign powers, as executions and asset seizures surge across the country. At least three men were executed in connection with earlier protests, and authorities have seized assets of those labeled as 'national traitors.' The crackdown comes amid heightened US-Israeli conflict and economic strain.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to raise import duties on European Union cars and trucks from 15% to 25%, accusing the EU of failing to enforce a trade deal signed in July 2025. This move escalates tensions across the Atlantic, especially after the EU refused to join Washington's campaign against Iran. The threat has caught Brussels off guard, as the European Commission rejects any suggestion of non-compliance.
Kerry Sui, a 10-year-old Chinese-Irish dancer, and her partner Francis Carty won the British juvenile ballroom championship and now prepare to compete in Italy and perform on Chinese television. Kerry, whose mother is Chinese and father Irish, has been passionate about dance since early childhood.
