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Uganda has announced its withdrawal from the Invictus Games, according to General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the country’s military chief. The announcement was made on X, stating the decision was made to avoid any perception of opposition to King Charles III of the United Kingdom. Kainerugaba emphasized Uganda's respect for the monarch and confirmed that the country would not participate in events lacking His Majesty’s approval. The timing of the withdrawal follows a letter from the UK royal household clarifying that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are no longer working royals. Kainerugaba indicated that internal divisions within the Ugandan military prompted the decision, as he sought to quell support for the Sussexes. The Ugandan government spokesperson confirmed that Kainerugaba has the authority to decide on the participation of the Uganda People’s Defence Force in the games.

The United States has imposed a ban on Canadian dairy products, most alcoholic beverages, and motorcycles, escalating the ongoing trade war between the two nations. The ban, announced by the White House, will take effect in three weeks. This move follows Canada’s imposition of retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion worth of U.S. imports. U.S. President Donald Trump also directed the General Services Administration to exclude Canadian products from large government contracts until Canada ensures “full and fair reciprocity” for American goods. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that the country’s strategy focuses on reducing dependence on the U.S. and building more domestic capacity. The trade tensions have strained the historically close relationship between the two countries, with Trump’s administration taking a more aggressive stance against Canadian imports.

Research indicates that ancient foragers on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi may have consumed mind-altering betel nuts as far back as 25,000 years ago. Analysis of two rare skeletons revealed significant tooth wear and traces of a psychoactive substance in the teeth, suggesting habitual consumption of the nuts. Betel nuts, which are the seeds of the Areca catechu palm, are widely used in many Asian cultures today. The study, published in Science Advances, examined skeletal remains dated at 7,000 years and between 16,000 to 25,000 years old. The researchers found deep grooves in the teeth, leading to speculation that the foragers sucked on the nuts, which may have served both recreational and medicinal purposes. Tests confirmed that the nuts could release psychoactive compounds when soaked, supporting the theory of their historical use.

Australia's housing market is experiencing a significant downturn, particularly affecting high-end properties, which have seen prices drop by more than 10% in major cities like Sydney and Melbourne. According to data from Cotality, upper-quartile homes are particularly vulnerable, while lower-value properties have shown resilience. The national dwelling values fell by 3.1% over the past three months, although the annual growth rate remains positive. The downturn is attributed to rising interest rates and changes in tax regulations for investors. In contrast, first-time buyers and owner-occupiers are taking advantage of lower property prices, especially under government schemes for first home buyers. Despite the challenges, the property market is showing signs of stabilization as buyer types shift and demand in lower price ranges remains strong.