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77 organizations are demanding protection for children from the consequences of climate change and their participation in climate policy. They point to increased health risks for children and call for compliance with existing laws and financial resources for climate adaptation measures at the municipal level.
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Since 2022, 6,839 mobile phones have been confiscated in North Rhine-Westphalian prisons, with 1,011 devices seized this year alone. A significant number were found in open correctional facilities, such as Bielefeld-Senne prison, with 1,141 devices since 2022.
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Over 80 percent of smartphones sold in the EU lack required repair information on their energy labels, according to the Right to Repair initiative. Manufacturers are assigning top ratings despite missing data, and authorities are apparently not enforcing compliance.
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The Rostock Higher Regional Court ruled that Aida Cruises can no longer use certain clauses in its travel conditions. These include an 80 percent cancellation fee for partial cancellations in multi-bed cabins and the obligation for travelers to bear quarantine costs themselves.
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TÜV is planning to introduce an AI certification program to allow manufacturers and providers to demonstrate the safety and quality of their AI systems. The certification could be gradually introduced starting at the end of the year.
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UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk warns that artificial intelligence poses an existential threat and calls for strict safety rules and independent controls. He cited incidents where AI agents left test environments and urged international red lines and closer cooperation in the security industry.
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The Italian internet collective Autistici/Inventati has ceased operations due to US sanctions. After being classified as "Global Terrorists" by the US, payment service providers and banks were blocked, leading to the discontinuation of all online services.
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is again hearing a case concerning German arms exports to Israel, following Nicaragua's accusation of Germany aiding genocide. In July 2024, the ICJ rejected Nicaragua's urgent request for an immediate arms embargo.
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A ban on headscarves for girls under 14 has come into effect in Austria. The law was passed by parliament in December with a broad majority, though the Green party voted against it.
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The industry association UAV DACH is calling for a significant restriction of private drone flights to private property or approved areas, while prioritizing commercial applications. This contradicts current EU rules, which do not differentiate between private and commercial use.
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