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Microsoft Challenges £2.1 Billion UK Cloud Licensing Lawsuit at Competition Tribunal
Tech giant contests certification of a collective claim alleging overcharging on cloud software licences used outside its Azure platform as British businesses seek damages.
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‘Frightening’ First Night in Prison for Sarkozy: Inmates Riot and Shout ‘Little Nicolas’
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy began serving a five-year prison sentence for allegedly receiving campaign funds from Muammar Gaddafi’s regime. His first night was marked by inmate jeers, security concerns, and reports of sleeple...
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Chinese Tech Giants Halt Stablecoin Launches After Beijing’s Regulatory Intervention
Major firms suspend fiat-linked digital currency plans as Chinese authorities tighten control over private money issuance.
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AI and Cybersecurity at Forefront as GITEX Global 2025 Kicks Off in Dubai
Leaders convene to pitch AI as a pillar of national sovereignty amid UAE’s push for digital transformation
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Shock in France: 5 Years in Prison for Former President Nicolas Sarkozy
A Paris court sentenced former French President Nicolas Sarkozy to five years in prison for conspiracy to commit a crime linked to alleged Libyan funding for his 2007 campaign, a harsher sentence than expected and one he vows to appeal.
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Alibaba Debuts Open-Source Deep Research Agent with Benchmarks Rivaling OpenAI
Tongyi DeepResearch, with 30B-parameter scale agent and enhanced WebAgent framework, challenges proprietary tools with efficient performance
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Hong Kong Launches Regulatory Regime and Trials for HKD-Backed Stablecoins
New law effective August 1 introduces licensing and oversight, while institutions begin pilot issuance of Hong Kong dollar–pegged tokens.
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The American Betrayal, As Told by Jack Ma
When the founder of Alibaba sounds more patriotic about America’s future than America’s own elite, it’s time to listen.
EU Leaders Meet in Brussels to Discuss Defense and Military Strategy
European Union heads prioritize defense spending and support for Ukraine amid discussions on broader security and geopolitical challenges.
Portugal Set for Snap Election Following Political Turmoil
Luís Montenegro's government collapses amid controversy, prompting a third election in three years.
Major UK Unions Advocate for Closer Ties with the EU Amid Economic Uncertainty
The Trades Union Congress calls for enhanced collaboration with European counterparts in a bid to address workers’ rights and economic challenges.
EU Leaders Discuss Defense Aid to Ukraine Amid U.S. Withdrawal
European Union leaders convene in Brussels, pledging support but failing to deliver concrete military commitments to Ukraine.
Trump Administration's Stance on the EU Sparks Diplomatic Tensions
U.S. President Donald Trump's current approach intensifies existing cracks within the European Union amid ongoing geopolitical shifts.
Alibaba Exceeds Quarterly Projections Fueled by Growth in Cloud and AI
The Chinese e-commerce powerhouse announces fourth-quarter revenue of thirty-eight point five billion dollars and a net profit of six point seven billion dollars, driven by substantial growth in its cloud and AI divisions.
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Macron and Trump Hold Discussion Ahead of Key European Summit on Ukraine
The leaders discuss the ongoing Ukraine conflict as European heads gather in Paris for an informal meeting on security and defense.
Israel Warns of Military Action While Hostage Negotiations with Hamas Continue
Israeli defense officials indicate that a new military operation is on the horizon unless hostages are freed, which complicates current ceasefire negotiations.
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EU-UK Security Pact Unhindered by Fishing Rights Dispute, Says EU President
President António Costa asserts that defence and fisheries issues are separate, as EU-UK talks resume ahead of the May nineteenth summit.
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EU Leaders Denounce Trump's Sanctions on the International Criminal Court
Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa condemn U.S. sanctions on the ICC, labeling them a danger to global justice.
EU Leaders Emphasize Security Cooperation with UK Amid Fisheries Talks
European Council President António Costa affirms that fishing rights will not obstruct a forthcoming security pact with the UK.
Keir Starmer Advocates for Stronger UK-EU Security Partnership in Brussels
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls for deeper collaboration with the EU on security, defence, and industrial cooperation during first post-Brexit meeting with EU leaders.
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EU Leaders Deliberate on Defense Strategy Amid Rising U.S. Tensions
During a pivotal summit, EU leaders discuss defense policy, trade conflicts with the U.S., and territorial disagreements.
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EU Leaders Convene Important Summit on Defense in Response to Rising Tensions
The EU defense policy is encountering a divide, with France advocating for weapons manufactured in Europe, while other countries caution against risking relations with the U.S. in light of increasing geopolitical dangers.
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US Man Receives Photo Instead of Drill After Placing Order on Chinese Website
A resident of Georgia orders a drill from AliExpress, but instead receives a picture of the product, leading to frustration and a flurry of reactions on social media.
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Spanish Foreign Minister Dismisses Ambassador for Sleeping During Speech
Alberto Antón, Spain's Ambassador to Belgium, removed from position after being filmed asleep during a conference in Madrid.
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UK Mortgage Rules to Give Greater Flexibility to Borrowers With Irregular Incomes
UK Treasury Moves to Position Britain as Leading Global Hub for Crypto Firms
U.S. Freezes £31 Billion Tech Prosperity Deal With Britain Amid Trade Dispute
Prince Harry and Meghan’s Potential UK Return Gains New Momentum Amid Security Review and Royal Dialogue
Zelensky Opens High-Stakes Peace Talks in Berlin with Trump Envoy and European Leaders
Historical Reflections on Press Freedom Emerge Amid Debate Over Trump’s Media Policies
UK Boosts Protection for Jewish Communities After Sydney Hanukkah Attack
UK Government Declines to Comment After ICC Prosecutor Alleges Britain Threatened to Defund Court Over Israel Arrest Warrant
Apple Shutters All Retail Stores in the United Kingdom Under New National COVID-19 Lockdown
US–UK Technology Partnership Strains as Key Trade Disagreements Emerge
UK Police Confirm No Further Action Over Allegation That Andrew Asked Bodyguard to Investigate Virginia Giuffre
Giuffre Family Expresses Deep Disappointment as UK Police Decline New Inquiry Into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Claims
Transatlantic Trade Ambitions Hit a Snag as UK–US Deal Faces Emerging Challenges
Ex-ICC Prosecutor Alleges UK Threatened to Withdraw Funding Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Bid
UK Disciplinary Tribunal Clears Carter-Ruck Lawyer of Misconduct in OneCoin Case
‘Pink Ladies’ Emerge as Prominent Face of UK Anti-Immigration Protests
Nigel Farage Says Reform UK Has Become Britain’s Largest Party as Labour Membership Falls Sharply
Google DeepMind and UK Government Launch First Automated AI Lab to Accelerate Scientific Discovery
UK Economy Falters Ahead of Budget as Growth Contracts and Confidence Wanes
Australia Approves Increased Foreign Stake in Strategic Defence Shipbuilder
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson proclaims, “For Ukraine, surrendering their land would be a nightmare.”
Microsoft Challenges £2.1 Billion UK Cloud Licensing Lawsuit at Competition Tribunal
Fake Doctor in Uttar Pradesh Accused of Killing Woman After Performing YouTube-Based Surgery
Hackers Are Hiding Malware in Open-Source Tools and IDE Extensions
Traveling to USA? Homeland Security moving toward requiring foreign travelers to share social media history
UK Officials Push Back at Trump Saying European Leaders ‘Talk Too Much’ About Ukraine
UK Warns of Escalating Cyber Assault Linked to Putin’s State-Backed Operations
UK Consumer Spending Falters in November as Households Hold Back Ahead of Budget
UK Orders Fresh Review of Prince Harry’s Security Status After Formal Request
U.S. Authorises Nvidia to Sell H200 AI Chips to China Under Security Controls
Trump in Direct Assault: European Leaders Are Weak, Immigration a Disaster. Russia Is Strong and Big — and Will Win
"App recommendation" or disguised advertisement? ChatGPT Premium users are furious
"The Great Filtering": Australia Blocks Hundreds of Thousands of Minors From Social Networks
Mark Zuckerberg Pulls Back From Metaverse After $70 Billion Loss as Meta Shifts Priorities to AI
Nvidia CEO Says U.S. Data-Center Builds Take Years while China ‘Builds a Hospital in a Weekend’
Indian Airports in Turmoil as IndiGo Cancels Over a Thousand Flights, Stranding Thousands
Hollywood Industry on Edge as Netflix Secures Near-$60 Bln Loan for Warner Bros Takeover
Drugs and Assassinations: The Connection Between the Italian Mafia and Football Ultras
Hollywood megadeal: Netflix acquires Warner Bros. Discovery for 83 billion dollars
The Disregard for a Europe ‘in Danger of Erasure,’ the Shift Toward Russia: Trump’s Strategic Policy Document
Two and a Half Weeks After the Major Outage: A Cloudflare Malfunction Brings Down Multiple Sites
UK data-regulator demands urgent clarity on racial bias in police facial-recognition systems
Labour Uses Biscuits to Explain UK Debt — MPs Lean Into Social Media to Reach New Audiences
German President Lays Wreath at Coventry as UK-Germany Reaffirm Unity Against Russia’s Threat
UK Inquiry Finds Putin ‘Morally Responsible’ for 2018 Novichok Death — London Imposes Broad Sanctions on GRU
India backs down on plan to mandate government “Sanchar Saathi” app on all smartphones
King Charles Welcomes German President Steinmeier to UK in First State Visit by Berlin in 27 Years
UK Plans Major Cutback to Jury Trials as Crown Court Backlog Nears 80,000
UK Government to Significantly Limit Jury Trials in England and Wales
U.S. and U.K. Seal Drug-Pricing Deal: Britain Agrees to Pay More, U.S. Lifts Tariffs
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