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    France Freezes Assets of Russian Journalist Xenia Fedorova

    The French government has frozen the assets of Russian journalist Xenia Fedorova for six months. This measure comes after she was targeted by an expulsion order due to her alleged involvement in Kremlin propaganda and influence operations. Fedorova has been accused of spreading disinformation favorable to the Kremlin and undermining trust in French institutions. Her assets will remain frozen for six months, renewable if necessary.
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    BP Puts UK North Sea Business Up for Sale

    BP has initiated a sales process for its UK North Sea business, which includes five production hubs across the central North Sea and west of the Shetland Islands. The move comes as the company's new CEO pushes for an overhaul of the business. The UK energy minister is in contact with BP regarding the sale plans, which could put around 1,100 jobs at risk. Industry groups have urged the new prime minister to provide stability and policy framework to prevent employers from leaving the region.
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    Brazil Rejects Visas for U.S. Officials Over Election Interference Fears

    Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva confirmed that his government had rejected visas for two American officials, accusing them of attempting to interfere in Brazil's upcoming presidential election. This move comes amid allegations of U.S. interference in favor of opposition candidate Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro.
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    Guinea Rejects ECO, Keeps Guinean Franc

    Guinea has officially rejected the ECO (ECOWAS single currency) and decided to maintain its own currency, the Guinean franc. The decision is based on the belief that the Guinean franc represents the country's economic sovereignty and allows for independent economic and financial policies. This stance has raised questions about the future of the ECO and the challenges of implementing a single currency in West Africa.
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    Tom Holland's Prank History and 'Spider-Man: A New Day' Premiere

    Nine years ago, Tom Holland attempted to prank g1 during a Spider-Man promotion. Now, at 30, he reflects on his playful nature and the upcoming 'Spider-Man: A New Day'. The actor admits he should stop his pranks sometimes but enjoys keeping the set lively. In 'Spider-Man: A New Day', Peter Parker struggles with loneliness and faces new threats while trying to overcome the consequences of 'No Way Home'.
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    6G to Detect People Through Walls, Monitor Heartbeats

    The upcoming 6G mobile communications standard is set to revolutionize data transmission, but also raises serious privacy concerns. The technology, called Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC), will enable antennas to function like radar, detecting distances, speeds, and movement patterns. Researchers warn that this could allow 6G networks to see through walls, track movements, and even monitor breathing and heart rates, potentially enabling mass surveillance. German regulators have expressed concerns about this capability and propose providing hardware to disable scanning and notification of its operation. The commercial launch of 6G is expected around 2030.
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