Belgium has outlined its plans to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) in law enforcement and develop a connectivity strategy for the telecom sector. The new government, led by Prime Minister Bart De Wever, aims to leverage AI tools to enhance public safety. According to the plan, facial recognition technology will be deployed by law enforcement authorities … Read more
The US Agency for International Development (USAID) could face significant consequences if it is completely or significantly downsized, according to experts. This would have security implications when it comes to climate change, as the agency’s humanitarian assistance and proactive climate resilience programs are crucial in regions vulnerable to human-caused climate change. USAID provides vital aid … Read more
EU leaders will meet on Monday to discuss the future of European defense. France is pushing for EU taxpayer money to be spent on military systems designed and made in Europe. However, many countries are concerned that excluding US arms-makers from EU subsidies could enrage US President Donald Trump, according to diplomats. Source: https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-defense-summit-buying-us-weapons-donald-trump-ukraine-war-council-emmanuel-macron-antonio-costa
US President Donald Trump has agreed to put a temporary hold on proposed tariffs aimed at Canada and Mexico, sparking a sharp rebound in crypto markets. The pause will last for at least 30 days as the two countries continue negotiations. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the move in a statement, saying that Canada … Read more
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has denied that his country’s troops are present in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where fighting between the M23 rebel group and Congolese soldiers has killed over 900 people. Despite this, many believe Rwanda backs the M23 rebels and is involved in the conflict. According to UN estimates, around 3,000-4,000 … Read more
Tesla shares plummeted over 5% on Monday after US President Donald Trump announced extensive tariffs on goods from Canada, Mexico, and China. The drop was steeper than its megacap peers, with Apple’s stock suffering the next-biggest decline. The tariffs, which include a 10% levy on Chinese imports where Tesla produces about half its automobiles, are … Read more
A recent study published in Nature Medicine has found microplastics and nanoplastics (MNP) in human brains, with astonishing increases over time. The researchers analyzed 91 brain samples collected from people who died between 1997 and 2024, revealing substantial rises in MNP concentrations. The median concentration of MNPs increased by about 50% from 2016 to 2024, … Read more
Fundstrat head of research Tom Lee has offered a reassuring message to investors, advising them to “buy this fire, ready, aim” panic following President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement. Despite concerns over global market volatility, Lee remains bullish and sees the current situation as an opportunity for smart investing. Key highlights of his stance include: – … Read more
The Los Angeles wildfires have brought attention to the weakness of US home insurance in the face of climate change. As scientists warned, we are entering a “new normal” of increasingly extreme weather events, and the cost is being felt through skyrocketing insurance premiums. In recent years, there has been a growing crisis in insurance, … Read more
A car bombing in northern Syria’s Manbij has killed at least 20 people and injured many others, according to the Syrian presidency. The attack occurred on a night when mostly agricultural workers were traveling in a vehicle, and the explosion was near a major road. The incident is the deadliest in Syria since December last … Read more