Scotland has become the first country in the world to make tampons, sanitary pads, and other period products completely free for anyone who needs them.

Under the law, schools, colleges, and public facilities must provide these essentials at no cost, helping ensure that no one has to struggle to access basic hygiene products.

Supporters say the move tackles period poverty, making everyday life a little less stressful and far more accessible for millions of people.

A huge step forward for health, dignity, and equality — and many hope more countries will follow Scotland’s lead.

As soon as Operation Epic Fury began to move dials in Wall Street in the wrong direction, and the prospect of international inflation, stagnation, energy market mega-turbulence registered with the idiot king Donald J Trump, who is the shame of the US and Americans, the brakes were slammed on.

The war that Pete Hegseth, self-styled US Secretary for War, championed was dialled down from a projected length of four to six weeks to an operation that could end in days. Trump’s curious refusal to rule out US boots on the ground vanished in a flurry of negative market and economic signals.

The very first day of Epic Fury, the all-powerful US military fired a barrage of super-sophisticated Tomahawk missiles at Minab in southeastern Iran, one of which hit a primary school, killing a reported 160 girls and staff. Video footage of the American atrocity was proudly uploaded to international media.

Then Trump became aware of the child carnage, and promptly did what he always does in any such difficulty: he lied. He immediately claimed that the Iranians had butchered those children in an accidental misfiring of their own ordnance.

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Iran’s foreign minister has said the country does not want to harm ordinary Americans despite the escalating war between Iran and the United States.

In a public statement, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran’s dispute is with U.S. government policies and military actions, not with American citizens. He said Iran does not seek to harm Americans who oppose prolonged foreign wars.

The comments come as tensions continue to rise following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets and retaliatory attacks across the region.

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A shocking incident has been reported from Jaunpur in Uttar Pradesh, India.

A young man allegedly injured himself in an attempt to secure admission to an MBBS program under the disability quota. Initially, he told authorities that unknown attackers had cut his leg, but a police investigation later revealed that the story was fabricated.

According to officials, the man had amputated four fingers of his left foot himself, leaving only the thumb. He is currently hospitalized and reported to be in stable condition. The incident occurred in the Line Bazaar police station area.

During the investigation, police recovered anesthesia vials, syringes, and a saw from the location. Call records and entries in a diary suggested he had been under severe stress after failing to obtain an MBBS seat and allegedly planned the act to qualify for the disability quota.

Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and further legal action may follow.

BREAKING from the White House: President Donald Trump delivers BOMBSHELL news on the Iran conflict, stating the war could END SOON because there's "practically NOTHING left to target." In a bold address, Trump highlighted U.S. military precision strikes that have DEVASTATED Iran's key infrastructure, leaving commanders with minimal viable options. This stunning development marks a potential TURNING POINT after months of escalating tensions, with Trump emphasizing America's unmatched firepower and strategic dominance. Sources close to the administration say negotiations could follow swiftly if Tehran signals surrender. The world watches as Middle East dynamics SHIFT dramatically – will this force Iran to the table? Stay tuned for updates as this story EXPLODES. #BreakingPoint360 #USPolitics #IranConflict #TrumpIran #WarEnd