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Capturas de pantalla de chats de Discord y protestas utilizando smartphones en Nepal.
Globalization

Nepal Chooses Its First Female Prime Minister on Discord: What It Reveals About Social Media and Democracy

Nepal elected Sushila Karki as prime minister through Discord during protests in 2025, due to the lack of institutional channels and dependence on digital platforms in the political crisis. Social media fragments public conversation, favoring polarization and misinformation. The use of Discord allowed for Karki’s legitimate election. Economic digitization in Nepal responds to the lack of diversification and dependence on remittances. The blocking of social media triggered youth protests, turning Discord into the main space for deliberation and election.

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El presidente Trump firma un decreto ejecutivo sobre TikTok y los datos de China.
Globalization

TikTok Could Change Ownership, But Privacy Concerns Remain

President Trump signed an executive order to allow TikTok to remain available in the U.S. under a $14 billion deal, transferring the American operation to international investors, raising concerns about privacy and government intervention. Trump led negotiations with Chinese President Xi Jinping for the handover, leaving U.S. and other investors with majority control. The move raises uncertainties about user data protection, free speech, and government surveillance.

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El edificio del Capitolio de EE.UU. en medio de la paralización gubernamental y los choques de símbolos de
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The US faces a partial shutdown.

The US Congress is facing a shutdown due to lack of agreement between Republicans and Democrats, with Donald Trump exacerbating tensions in a video. If there is no agreement before midnight, the consequences will be severe. Political polarization complicates negotiations, affecting the economy and trust in institutions.

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Los mapas y los diagramas ilustran las negociaciones del acuerdo comercial de la UE a nivel global.
Globalization

Europe’s Hidden Trade Barriers

The European Union seeks to strengthen its trade policy with partners such as Mercosur, Indonesia, India, and Australia. However, France is calling for mirror clauses that require foreign exporters to comply with the same production standards as the EU, which could hinder agreements and generate conflicts. It is necessary to cooperate with partners to define common goals and promote international standards rather than European ones.

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Plan de paz Trump-Netanyahu para la región de Gaza.
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Trump and Netanyahu: The Gaza Peace Plan in 20 Points

Trump and Netanyahu present a 20-point peace plan for Gaza, urging Hamas to release hostages and end the conflict. The plan includes an immediate ceasefire, release of hostages, humanitarian aid, disarmament of Hamas, and a transition of government in Gaza supervised by an international authority. Netanyahu accepts the plan, subject to approval by Israel and Hamas, and Trump supports stabilization with an international force in Gaza. However, Hamas claims not to have received the plan and there are internal tensions in Israel over the agreement.

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