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Sovereignty has mattered since the invention of the nation state—defined by borders, laws, and taxes that apply within and without. While many have tried to define it, the core idea remains: nations or jurisdictions seek to stay in control, usually to the benefit of those within their borders. Digital sovereignty is a relatively new concept, also difficult to define but straightforward to understand. Data and applications don’t understand borders unless they are specified in policy terms, as coded into the infrastructure. The World Wide Web had no such restrictions at its inception. Communitarian groups such as the Electronic Frontier Foundation,…

Have you ever felt an unexpected ache in your lower back, without lifting anything heavy or sitting awkwardly? While poor posture, injury, or overuse are common culprits, there’s a lesser-known cause many overlook: dehydration. Yes, being dehydrated can hurt your back, literally. In this article, we’ll unpack how fluid loss can mess with your spinal health, amplify pain sensitivity, and trigger muscle issues. We’ll also guide you on how to spot dehydration-related back pain, manage it, and know when it’s time to call the doctor. Can Dehydration Cause Back Pain? Short answer: Yes, it can. Your spine relies heavily on…

In picking Travis Hunter No. 2 overall in the draft, Jaguars general manager James Gladstone said he expected the two-way talent to “alter the trajectory of the sport.”The GM already sees the competitive advantage of Hunter’s presence. Each week, opposing teams won’t know exactly how he will be deployed. Hunter could play exclusively on one side of the ball for one game. Maybe it’s 50-50 for another. A more uneven mixture for a third. Opposing teams will be left guessing, playing into Jacksonville’s favor. “I think the fact that that exists is certainly a hand that we’ll keep close [to the…

Google-parent Alphabet surged 6 per cent in premarket trading on Wednesday after a U.S. federal judge spared the company from a forced breakup in an antitrust case, marking a pivotal moment for the tech giant whose dominance in search and mobile ecosystems has long drawn scrutiny. The ruling by Judge Amit Mehta allows Google to retain control of its Chrome browser and Android mobile operating system, while barring certain exclusive contracts with device makers and browser developers. Google can continue making payments to partners such as Apple to feature its search engine, a practice central to its dominance in online…

[SINGAPORE] Singapore has pledged to strengthen aviation safety practices around in-flight turbulence after two accidents last year that resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries.Severe turbulence will now be classified as a state-level operational safety risk, alongside runway incursions, mid-air collisions and system failures, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore said in its Singapore National Aviation Safety Plan for 2025-2027, released on Wednesday (Sep 3).The report identified 45 actions to bolster safety around operational and emerging risk areas. Of the accidents logged by Singapore in 2024, turbulence ranked as the highest. In an earlier safety plan for 2022-2024, turbulence was…

LG Electronics ANZ has introduced the StanbyME 2 portable smart screen to the Australian market, offering enhancements in both design and functionality over its predecessor. The StanbyME 2 features a 27-inch QHD display and is built around a portable concept, allowing users to move and use the device throughout their home or in different environments. The screen can be detached from the rolling stand and either wall-mounted using an included strap and holder or used flat on a surface with a folio cover. When kept on its rolling stand, users can tilt, rotate, and swivel the display up to 90…

Cardi B has been cleared of assault by a California jury in a civil trial brought by a former security guard.The $24m (£17.9m) case was brought over an encounter outside an obstetrician’s office in Beverly Hills in 2018. Emani Ellis alleged the rapper cut her cheek with a fingernail and spat on her.Cardi B, real name Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar, testified earlier on Wednesday that while an argument between her and Ms Ellis became aggressive, she didn’t touch the security guard.The Bodak Yellow rapper told the court she had been visiting Los Angeles for promotional work in February 2018, around that…

We often think of radiant skin as the result of what we put on it: moisturizers, serums, masks. But emerging science and clinical practice tell a different story. True skin health starts from within. And when it comes to supporting that inner foundation, few ingredients are as compelling—yet underappreciated—as rice ceramides. What Are Rice Ceramides? Ceramides are lipid molecules that serve as key structural components of the skin’s outermost layer, the stratum corneum. They act like mortar between bricks, sealing in moisture and protecting against environmental irritants. Without adequate ceramides, the skin barrier weakens, leading to dryness, sensitivity, and accelerated…

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India has to grapple with steep U.S. tariffs , but two factors are expected to ease their impact, according to analysts: stronger than expected economic growth and improving domestic consumption. In September, Goldman Sachs raised its real GDP growth forecast for the country by 60 basis points to 7.1% and 6.7% for the calendar year 2025 and fiscal year 2026, respectively. The improved projection takes into account the negative impact of U.S. tariffs. The doubling of U.S. tariffs on most Indian imports to as much as 50% took effect last week, raising economic worries. Two days later, India’s quarterly GDP…