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Apple, Google to allow third-party app stores under new Japanese law

Apple, Google to allow third-party app stores under new Japanese law

Law aims to correct market dominance of 2 firms, give users access to quality services at reasonable price

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Uncertainty and concerns: Is Nepal headed to elections?
17.12.2025

Uncertainty and concerns: Is Nepal headed to elections?

First-time voters have registered in large numbers despite lingering uncertainty over whether March elections will proceed as planned

Putin says 2025 marked 'important stage' in Ukrainian conflict
17.12.2025

Putin says 2025 marked 'important stage' in Ukrainian conflict

President claims Russian army 'firmly' holds strategic initiative along entire front line

Donations for Ahmed, hero who disarmed accused Sydney, Australia shooter, climb to over $1.5M
17.12.2025

Donations for Ahmed, hero who disarmed accused Sydney, Australia shooter, climb to over $1.5M

‘We’re working directly with organizers to ensure funds safely reach’ Syrian-born Ahmed Al Ahmed and his family, says GoFundMe, which described him as ‘selfless, instinctive, and undeniably heroic’

Azerbaijan, UAE presidents discuss political, economic ties in Abu Dhabi
17.12.2025

Azerbaijan, UAE presidents discuss political, economic ties in Abu Dhabi

Ilham Aliyev visits UAE at invitation of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, highlights expanding bilateral cooperation

Australian beach shooter charged with 59 offenses, including terrorism, 15 counts of murder
17.12.2025

Australian beach shooter charged with 59 offenses, including terrorism, 15 counts of murder

15 people killed in mass shooting by 2 suspects along Bondi Beach in Sydney on Sunday