Europe faces the stark reality of defending itself with significantly reduced or no US support, necessitating a decade of increased military spending and a new, agile leadership structure. Existing alliances like NATO and the EU are proving inadequate, pushing a 'coalition of the willing' to emerge as a potential independent European defence union.
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A major scandal has erupted in Olympic curling, sparked by a heated dispute between Canada and Sweden over an alleged illegal double-touch. The controversy has led to accusations of cheating, a debate over the 'spirit of curling,' and unprecedented viral media attention.
China showcased advanced dancing humanoid robots at its Spring Festival Gala, performing intricate stunts and martial arts, signaling its growing technological prowess and ambitions in AI and robotics, sparking both awe and expert debate on their true capabilities and strategic intent.
India hosts a pivotal AI Impact Summit in Delhi, bringing together Silicon Valley titans, global leaders, and developing nations. The summit, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to position India as an AI hub while addressing AI's potential for social good, its adoption challenges, and growing concerns over surveillance, 'AI colonialism,' and safety risks amidst a global race for technological supremacy.
A new Channel 4 drama, 'Dirty Business,' revisits the 1999 death of Julie Maughan's daughter from E coli, likely contracted from sewage-contaminated water. The series aims to expose the widespread illegal dumping by UK water companies and spark public outrage over a crisis that has devastating human consequences and destroyed families.
Article 3, a Sámi female DJ collective from rural Norway, is transforming club culture by blending traditional Sámi sounds like joik with modern beats. Their unique approach, deeply rooted in their Indigenous identity and remote location, creates safe and proud spaces for Sámi youth, sparking a cultural resurgence.
Gisèle Pelicot's memoir, 'A Hymn to Life,' recounts her harrowing journey of discovering her husband drugged and enabled 50 men to rape her over decades. The book details her struggle to reconcile with forgotten horrors, confront societal judgment, and ultimately reclaim her life, culminating in a powerful story of survival and finding new love.
