Several laws take effect Aug. 1, such as a cellphone ban in North Dakota public schools and higher penalties for the retail sale of nitrous oxide in Louisiana.

Nigeria's 2027 single-day elections proposal sparks debate. Learn about benefits, drawbacks & stakeholder views on constitutional amendment for efficient polls.

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Trump begins by thanking Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, saying "thank you very much for everything". The US ...