Dutch government suspends intervention into chipmaker Nexperia

Dutch government suspends intervention into chipmaker Nexperia

The Dutch government has paused its earlier intervention regarding Nexperia, a semiconductor manufacturer owned by a Chinese company. This development follows discussions between Dutch officials and representatives from China. In September, the Dutch government took action against Nexperia due to concerns about “serious governance shortcomings” and the implications for the supply of semiconductors in Europe, […]

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Kenya authorities paid trolls to threaten activists, Amnesty says

Kenya authorities paid trolls to threaten activists, Amnesty says

Kenyan authorities have been accused of employing a network of online trolls to intimidate young protesters during anti-government demonstrations, according to a report released by Amnesty International. The protests, which occurred in 2024 and 2025, were primarily organized by “Gen Z” activists utilizing social media to mobilize support. The Amnesty report indicates that government agencies

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Viral TikTok: Will Black or White Churches Feed a Hungry Baby?

Viral TikTok: Will Black or White Churches Feed a Hungry Baby?

Social Experiment Highlights Church Responses During Government Shutdown Nikalie Monroe, a military veteran from Somerset, Kentucky, conducted a social experiment during the recent government shutdown, which affected SNAP benefits. She contacted various churches, posing as a mother in desperate need of infant formula for her baby. Her approach involved recording calls where she asked for

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The Silicon Valley 'AI factory' at the heart of the tech race

The Silicon Valley ‘AI factory’ at the heart of the tech race

Google CEO Sundar Pichai recently showcased the company’s headquarters in California, highlighting a specialized lab where Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) are being developed. These chips are integral to Google’s AI operations and have the potential to significantly impact global economies. Pichai described AI as one of the most transformative technologies, emphasizing its potential benefits while

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Time taken to bring shoplifters to justice is 'unacceptable', retailers tell BBC

Time taken to bring shoplifters to justice is ‘unacceptable’, retailers tell BBC

The duration for bringing shoplifters to justice in England and Wales has reportedly increased significantly over the past decade, with retailers experiencing longer waits for cases to be resolved. According to data from the BBC, the average time for completing a shoplifting case in a magistrates’ court has risen by over 80%, increasing from 32

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Larry Summers resigns from OpenAI board after Epstein emails made public

Larry Summers resigns from OpenAI board after Epstein emails made public

Larry Summers, the former U.S. Treasury Secretary and ex-president of Harvard University, is resigning from the board of OpenAI in light of recently released emails revealing his communication with Jeffrey Epstein before Epstein’s 2019 arrest. In a statement to the BBC, Summers expressed gratitude for his time at OpenAI and highlighted his enthusiasm for the

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Instagram and Facebook are breaking the EU’s illegal content rules

Europe is scaling back its landmark privacy and AI laws

Europe is reportedly considering significant changes to its General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and upcoming AI rules in response to industry and government pressure. This shift aims to simplify regulations that have been deemed overly burdensome, including the compliance requirements for cookie consent. The move comes amid concerns about stalling economic growth. The proposed amendments

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Employee fired "out of nowhere": What happened next went viral; here's why |

Employee fired “out of nowhere”: What happened next went viral; here’s why |

A Reddit post detailing an employee’s sudden termination has gained significant attention. The individual, who shared their experience under the username u/DustyJames3 in the subreddit r/antiwork, reported being fired without notice and immediately bombarded with requests to return company equipment. They described being called into a meeting where management cited vague concerns about “fit” and

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Good for mortgages, bad for food prices

Good for mortgages, bad for food prices

Recent reports indicate a continued rise in food prices, with specific products such as fish, vegetables, and confectionery seeing increases. In contrast, fruit prices have shown a slight decline. Amid these changes, many households are reportedly spending more on food while adjusting their shopping habits, opting for more vegetables and cutting back on meat. This

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Fortnite is getting Unity games

Fortnite is getting Unity games

Epic Games has announced a collaboration with Unity to integrate games developed using Unity’s engine into Fortnite. This partnership will allow Unity games to be featured alongside experiences created by Epic and other developers using the Unreal Editor, significantly increasing the variety of games available in the Fortnite ecosystem. Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games,

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