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Germany is being described as placing its economic future on military rearmament, with defence spending increasingly framed as a pillar of the country's economic strategy. The claim is drawing wide attention, feeding a broader debate about whether large-scale rearmament can drive German industry, jobs and growth while Europe navigates heightened security concerns.

Demands are mounting for the full release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender whose associations with powerful figures have long fuelled public suspicion. Commenters across social media are pressing lawmakers and officials to publish the documents in full, arguing that transparency is overdue and that the public deserves to know who is named in the records.

A documentary about Elon Musk is struggling to buy advertising, with reports that TikTok and X are refusing or barring ads promoting the film. The CBC report puts the platforms' ad policies around Musk-related content back in the spotlight, raising questions about whether his ownership of X plays a role and how platforms handle material about their own executives.

US mortgage rates have reached 7%, a level not seen in years, prompting the Wall Street Journal to examine what the rise means for homebuyers and sellers. Higher borrowing costs are squeezing affordability, potentially cooling demand, slowing home sales and putting downward pressure on prices as buyers reassess what they can afford.

Law firms are using artificial intelligence to complete legal work faster and more cheaply, but clients are questioning why their bills have not fallen accordingly. The debate centers on the billable-hour model: if AI cuts the hours needed for research, drafting and review, clients expect those savings to be passed on, putting pressure on firms to rethink how they price their services.

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can single-handedly approve large spaceflight projects, such as giant satellite constellations, that could visibly alter the night sky worldwide. Despite public outcry over projects like these, space law experts say there are very few other regulatory routes to challenge or block such approvals, leaving the FCC with unusually broad authority over projects with global consequences.

Nvidia has unveiled plans for a dedicated watchdog chip designed to sit alongside AI agents and monitor their behaviour in real time. The idea is that a separate hardware layer could catch unsafe or unintended actions by autonomous AI systems, addressing growing concern over agent safety. The proposal has drawn attention among technologists debating whether hardware-based oversight can really keep pace with increasingly autonomous software.

German sports coverage is asking whether Brentford midfielder Vitaly Janelt can seize his chance in the national team as an alternative to Joshua Kimmich in Germany's midfield. SPORT1 poses the question directly, weighing Janelt's club form against the role Kimmich has long held for the national side, with fans debating whether he merits a starting spot.

The United States has told France and Germany to release their diesel stockpiles or face a ban on US diesel exports, according to Reuters reporting citing sources. The ultimatum puts pressure on European governments amid tight fuel supplies and high energy costs, raising concerns about transatlantic friction over energy policy and the potential impact on prices and reserves.

Spain's government, under pressure from nationwide housing protests, approved a package of housing measures on Tuesday, including a proposed ban on evictions until 2030 and the automatic renewal of tenant contracts, a minister said. The announcement comes as frustration over rents and access to housing has driven large demonstrations across the country, putting mounting pressure on the government to act.

A Connecticut mother, following the resolution of a legal settlement, is calling on Congress to pass legislation on online safety for children. She is pressing federal lawmakers to take up the issue, arguing that stronger protections are needed for young people on social media platforms, and her campaign is drawing attention to the ongoing debate over regulating tech companies in Washington.

Attention is on the PDC World Grand Prix after Luke Littler suffered a shock first-round defeat to Luke Woodhouse, falling at the first hurdle in one of the tournament's biggest upsets. Darts fans are also following Luke Humphries' progress in the event, with live scores and results drawing heavy interest as the tournament unfolds.

Discussion is focusing on Christa Pike, a Tennessee death row inmate convicted of the 1995 murder of fellow student Colleen Slemmer in Knoxville. Pike, the youngest woman sentenced to death in the United States in the modern era, has spent decades appealing her sentence, and attention has returned to her case amid developments toward a possible execution date.

Harvard is hosting a discussion on what role diversity and pluralism should play in higher education, examining how universities should balance varied backgrounds and viewpoints in admissions, hiring, and campus life. The debate comes amid broader scrutiny of diversity policies at American universities, with critics and supporters disputing how institutions should pursue both representation and intellectual breadth.

Raphaël Glucksmann is one of five candidates being examined in the French social-democratic primary ahead of upcoming elections. Le Nouvel Obs has published a review comparing the proposals of all five contenders, putting their programmes to the test as left-wing voters weigh who should lead the social-democratic camp.

President Trump is defending renovation and construction projects at the White House, saying the building previously had 'massive gaping wounds' that needed repair. The comments come amid public scrutiny of changes to the Oval Office and broader White House grounds, with critics questioning the scale of the work and supporters backing the president's claims about the building's condition.

Norway went down to ten men and lost to Wales after Neco Williams' free-kick decided the match. Interest in Erling Haaland surged across multiple countries, topping search trends in Mexico and ranking high in Germany, France and Brazil. Fans are discussing the Manchester City striker and Norway's defeat in the international fixture.

Discussion around BBC iPlayer is being driven by renewed talk about the future of Britain's public broadcasters, with veteran television executive Wayne Garvie arguing that the BBC and Channel 4 should merge. The proposal has prompted debate about whether combining the two broadcasters, and their streaming services, would secure their finances or weaken pluralism in UK public-service broadcasting.

Casting news puts Martin Sheen back in the headlines, with TVLine reporting he is attached to a new sitcom centred on the Sheen family, alongside six new additions to the series Icebreaker and other casting updates. The roundup has drawn attention from entertainment readers in the UK, where it is currently a top trending search.

The Portugal national football team is trending in several countries, with coverage focused on Cristiano Ronaldo and his long history of disputes with coaches, including episodes involving Manchester United and Real Madrid. Attention is circling back to the captain's role in the squad and his relationships with those managing him at club and international level.

Greek teenage midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas is drawing attention ahead of Greece's match against Germany, with reports also touching on Borussia Dortmund squad decisions under coach Niko Kovac. The young winger is regarded as one of Greece's most promising talents, and his involvement against Germany is the main talking point among fans ahead of the international fixture.

A federal judge has reinstated Seattle's top federal prosecutor, who had been removed from the post by President Trump. The ruling puts the US attorney back in charge of the Western District of Washington and adds to the ongoing legal battles over the administration's authority to dismiss and replace federal prosecutors. The case has drawn attention because of questions over whether the White House followed proper procedures in the ouster.

Ed Gamble is among the names drawing attention around the UK's Celebrity Traitors, with contestants and their game plans becoming a talking point. Ross Kemp has spoken about how he secretly prepared to win the show, adding to growing interest in the line-up and the tactics players are using ahead of the series.

USC head coach Lincoln Riley addressed the state of his defense, saying the unit is close despite poor recent performances. "We haven't played well the last two games," Riley said, adding that he does not see a single glaring problem but rather a need for overall improvement. His comments come as fans and analysts question whether the Trojans' defense can hold up as the season progresses.