Lawmakers Push Fusion From Theory to Reality European lawmakers are calling on the EU to take nuclear fusion seriously as a future energy source, arguing that the technology has reached a point where political backing and clear rules are urgently needed. Members of the European People’s Party (EPP) say fusion is no longer just a scientific experiment and are urging the European Commission to set out a predictable regulatory framework to attract investors willing to fund the hugely expensive technology. A declaration signed by several EPP lawmakers describes fusion as being at a “turning point,” with European industry and private…
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Scientists have launched an AI app that identifies dinosaurs from fossilised footprints with about 90% accuracy.Researchers developed DinoTracker using unlabelled footprint silhouettes instead of expert-assigned classifications.The system compares footprint shapes using eight key features, including toe spread and heel position.Steve Brusatte from University of Edinburgh co-authored the study.The research appeared in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.Gregor Hartmann said mislabelled footprints can mislead AI systems.The app lets users upload footprints and explore similar tracks interactively.The AI supports earlier findings of birdlike dinosaur tracks predating known bird fossils.Brusatte said the tracks likely came from birdlike meat-eating dinosaurs, not true birds.
A major trial over alleged social media addiction begins Tuesday in California. Senior executives from leading technology companies are expected to testify. The case could redefine legal accountability for digital platforms. The plaintiff is a 19-year-old woman identified as KGM. She claims platform algorithms caused addiction and harmed her mental health. She says design choices encouraged compulsive use during her teenage years. The defendants include Meta, owner of Instagram and Facebook, TikTok owner ByteDance, and YouTube parent Google. Snapchat reached a settlement with the plaintiff last week. The remaining companies now face court. The trial will be held at Los…
The US Securities and Exchange Commission dropped its lawsuit against the Winklevoss twins’ crypto exchange after investors recovered all assets. Regulators cited the full repayment of Gemini Earn customers through the Genesis Global Capital bankruptcy process in 2024. The decision reflects a friendlier crypto stance under President Donald Trump, who backed looser rules and mainstream adoption. The SEC charged Gemini Trust Company and Genesis in 2023 over an unregistered lending program holding $940m. New York authorities later secured a $50m settlement and banned Gemini’s lending operations. Gemini has since listed on Nasdaq and now carries a $1.14bn valuation.
The European Union has taken another major step in strengthening its defence capabilities, approving new national investment plans under its €150 billion SAFE loan programme. The scheme is a central pillar of the EU’s Readiness 2030 strategy, which aims to channel hundreds of billions of euros into defence by the end of the decade, amid warnings from intelligence agencies that Russia could pose a direct threat to another European country within that timeframe. Eight More Countries Get the Green Light On Monday, the European Commission approved defence investment plans from Estonia, Greece, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia and Finland. Together,…
Gold prices surged past $5,000 (£3,659) an ounce for the first time, extending a historic rally. The metal has climbed more than 60% during 2025, marking one of its strongest years ever. Geopolitical and financial tensions have driven the surge. Disputes between the United States and Nato over Greenland have unsettled investors. Markets remain highly sensitive to global instability. US President Donald Trump has intensified uncertainty with aggressive trade policies. He recently threatened a 100% tariff on Canada. The warning targets any Canadian trade deal with China. Safe-haven demand pushes metals higher Investors often turn to gold during turbulent times.…
The World Bank Group has officially inaugurated its first office in Doha, marking a major milestone in its partnership with Qatar and underlining the country’s growing influence in international development and finance. The new office signals a long-term commitment to closer cooperation, with both sides aiming to expand development financing, mobilise private investment and support countries facing fragility and conflict across the region. A Regional Hub for Cooperation Located at the headquarters of the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and established in cooperation with the Ministry of Finance, the Doha office will function as a regional centre for collaboration between…
Coca-Cola has launched legal action against Vue after the cinema operator replaced it with PepsiCo as its soft drinks supplier across Europe. The dispute follows the end of a nearly 25-year commercial relationship, after Vue put its drinks contract out to tender and selected PepsiCo in March last year in a deal running until at least 2030. Vue operates more than 90 cinemas in the UK and Ireland and 222 sites across eight European countries. Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Great Britain has filed a claim seeking to recover alleged unpaid debts dating from the contract’s termination. Vue has not taken legal…
US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Canada. He said the United States would impose 100% tariffs on all Canadian goods. Trump shared the threat on his social media platform. He said the tariffs would take effect immediately. The warning targets any trade deal or partnership between Canada and China. Trump said Canada would face serious penalties if it pursued agreements with Beijing. He said the tariffs would cover all Canadian products entering the United States. He framed the move as protection for American industries. He offered no exemptions or negotiations. The statement heightened tensions between Washington…
Abu Dhabi’s property market in 2025 continues to show strong momentum, with steady growth in sales and rising confidence among buyers and investors. Experts say the market is benefiting from sustained demand, supportive policies, and a balanced supply of residential and commercial properties. One key factor driving growth is buyer interest. More individuals and families are entering the housing market, seeking apartments, villas, and townhouses in both established and emerging neighborhoods. Analysts note that this trend reflects a renewed confidence in Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector. Investor activity is also rising. Both local and international investors are looking to secure…
