Canada has introduced Bill C-34, a digital safety proposal that would ban social media for children under 16 unless platforms meet safety standards. The legislation would also regulate AI chatbots and create a new digital safety regulator.
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Speaker of the House of Commons Anthony Rota resigned on Tuesday following an outcry over his invitation of a World War II veteran, Yaroslav Hunka, to attend a speech by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. It was later revealed that Hunka had fought for the Nazi military unit known as the Waffen-SS Galicia Division, causing outrage from members of the public and the Canadian government. Rota apologized for his “lapse in judgment” and resigned to “protect the dignity of the House of Commons”, sparking a debate in Canada over the proper way to recognize veterans of World War II and the need to ensure that those with Nazi ties are not honored.
Canada's House of Commons Speaker Anthony Rota has apologized after recognizing 98-year-old Yaroslav Hunka, who had fought for a Nazi military unit during World War II, during a speech by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Rota had called Hunka a “hero” and he was given a standing ovation by Canadian lawmakers. The incident has caused controversy in Canada, with Rota expressing regret for his decision and raising questions about how much research is done on those who are recognized in the House of Commons.
The House of Commons privileges committee has accused former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson of deliberately misleading Parliament multiple times over the "partygate" scandal. The committee concluded that Johnson had committed a "serious contempt" of Parliament, prompting an angry response from Johnson. The report is likely to have major implications for Johnson's political career and the way in which the British government is held to account in the future.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has reached a new deal on post-Brexit trade rules for Northern Ireland, which requires the region to follow some EU rules while still remaining part of the UK. The agreement has been welcomed by the EU and the UK government, and is seen as a major breakthrough in the UK's post-Brexit relationship with the EU. Sunak now faces the challenge of selling the deal to his own party, while also ensuring it is accepted by the EU.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a surprise visit to the UK to urge allies to send his country jets, presenting the speaker of the House of Commons with a Ukrainian air force helmet inscribed with the message, “We have freedom.” His plea for more heavy weaponry, including fighter jets, was a reminder of the importance of freedom and was well-received by the British lawmakers. His visit is sure to have a lasting impact on the relationship between the two countries.