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Big Tech companies are escalating artificial intelligence investment at an unprecedented pace. They plan to spend over 700 billion dollars in 2026, roughly 590 billion euros, a 75 percent increase from 2025. Several firms released earnings reports and outlined their 2026 spending plans. Analysts confirmed these projections and emphasised their strategic impact. Wall Street is closely watching the combined capital expenditure figure. More than 700 billion dollars will flow into AI infrastructure this year, exceeding Sweden’s nominal GDP for 2025, according to IMF estimates. Global chip sales are projected to reach one trillion dollars for the first time this year.…
Diverging Views on Europe’s Role The Munich Security Conference brought together top leaders from the U.S., Europe, and Ukraine, revealing starkly different visions for the future of the West. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on Europe to help “save the West” from what he described as civilisational decline caused by poorly designed policies on climate and migration. He urged Europeans to join the U.S., describing America as a “child of Europe” whose destiny remains intertwined with the continent. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Rubio’s message reassured her about U.S.-EU ties. But EU foreign policy chief…
Daily weight-loss tablets are moving the obesity drug market beyond injections.The new oral Wegovy from Novo Nordisk has recorded rapid early demand in the US.Analysts say easier use could push the sector toward a $200bn value. Patients are switching because pills are simpler and cheaper.They avoid needles and do not need refrigeration.Some users report steadier appetite control than with weekly shots.Insurance coverage and falling prices are also driving uptake. Rival Eli Lilly plans to launch its own tablet soon.More companies are developing oral and combination treatments.Injections still produce greater weight loss, so they will remain important for severe obesity. Rising…
Health agencies warn that measles continue to threaten Europe, despite a decline in cases in 2025 compared with the previous year’s record. Experts call for urgent measures to tackle vaccine hesitancy and prevent new outbreaks across the continent. Measles often fade from public attention, yet the virus continues to spread in multiple European countries. Europe reported 127,350 measles cases in 2024, the highest total since 1997. Cases fell in 2025, but infections still doubled compared with 2023, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. Sabrina Bacci, head of the ECDC programme on vaccine-preventable diseases and immunisation, said…
Max Verstappen criticised Formula One’s new regulations after pre-season testing in Bahrain.He said the heavy focus on energy management makes the cars “not fun to drive”.He described the experience as “anti-racing” and compared it to “Formula E on steroids”.He again suggested he could leave the sport if he stops enjoying it. Lewis Hamilton voiced similar concerns.He called the new systems extremely complex and difficult for fans to follow.The 2026 rules introduce new engines, chassis, tyres and fully sustainable fuel.The power units now rely almost equally on combustion and electric energy. Testing times remained inconclusive.Mercedes set the fastest laps with Kimi…
A Warning From Munich At the Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a clear message: Europe needs to be more involved in negotiations to end the war with Russia. He called it a “big mistake” that European leaders are not more present in U.S.-driven talks, arguing that any durable peace must reflect the security interests of the entire continent — not just Kyiv and Washington. With another round of trilateral discussions between Ukraine, the United States and Russia on the horizon, Zelenskyy acknowledged that progress toward a ceasefire has been limited. He voiced frustration that the sides often…
Aluminium prices fell on Friday, while zinc, nickel, and lead also declined. Investors reacted to reports that US President Donald Trump may ease tariffs on imported metals. Markets factored in the potential policy shift ahead of November’s midterm elections. The three-month aluminium contract on the London Metal Exchange dropped more than 2.5% to $2,965.75 per tonne by midday. On the Shanghai Futures Exchange, the most active aluminium contract fell 1.76% to 23,195 yuan per tonne. Industrial Metals Follow Aluminium Lower Zinc traded at $3,316.50 per tonne, down $51.95 or 1.54%. Nickel fell $257 to $16,993.38 per tonne, a decline of…
A new study suggests that a low-fat vegan diet could help people with type 1 diabetes use less insulin. Researchers found that dietary changes may improve daily blood sugar control and overall health management. Type 1 diabetes requires regular insulin injections to manage blood sugar. The study indicates that a plant-based, low-fat diet can complement insulin therapy, reducing the amount needed to maintain healthy glucose levels. The research followed participants who adopted a vegan diet rich in vegetables, fruits, legumes, and whole grains. After several weeks, many reported lower insulin requirements and more stable blood sugar readings. Experts say that vegan diets…
US inflation dropped to 2.4% in January after last year’s tariff-driven price swings.Prices rose 0.2% from December, while core inflation increased 0.3%.Economists had expected a slightly higher annual rate. Inflation reached 2.3% in April, climbed to 3% in September, then fell again late in the year.The White House called the new figure proof that its economic agenda is working.Officials argued that lower inflation will support future interest rate cuts. The Federal Reserve is studying the data before its March meeting.Jerome Powell said tariff effects will raise prices temporarily before stabilizing.The labor market remained firm, but job growth slowed sharply in…
The United Nations has created a 40-member scientific panel to study the risks and impacts of artificial intelligence (AI), marking what Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls a “foundational step toward global scientific understanding of AI.” The move comes despite opposition from the United States and growing concern among AI researchers about the technology’s rapid development. A Worldwide Effort to Monitor AI The Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence will produce annual reports analyzing AI’s risks, opportunities, and societal effects. The UN General Assembly approved the panel with a vote of 117-2; the U.S. and Paraguay voted against it, while Tunisia…
