German minister backs mobile phone ban at primary school

German Education Minister Karin Prien has called for a ban on private mobile phone use in primary schools, amid European debate on children’s access to smartphones and social media. “The body of research is becoming increasingly clear: excessive screen time leads to poorer academic performance, reduced social skills and mental health problems,” the conservative politician…

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German Greens slam Israel’s action in Gaza as new offensive unfolds

Germany’s Green Party on Saturday strongly criticized Israel’s military action in the Gaza Strip, after the country launched a major new offensive in the sealed-off territory overnight. The ongoing blockade of aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip and the renewed expansion of hostilities are “unacceptable,” Green Party leader Franziska Brantner said. One in five people…

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CAF to unveil new TotalEnergies CAF Champions League Trophy in Johannesburg on Thursday ahead of Final match

The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”), in partnership with TotalEnergies, will unveil a new Trophy and identity for the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League ahead of the highly anticipated two legged Final of the competition. The TotalEnergies CAF Champions League Final first leg will be played on Saturday, 24 May with the second leg scheduled for…

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