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The European Union has launched a major initiative to boost artificial intelligence innovation. The InvestAI program will invest €200 billion to support research, development, and deployment of AI technologies across Europe. As part of the program, the EU plans to fund over 60 European companies that are committed to advancing AI solutions. The initiative also includes the creation of AI gigafactories, which will serve as hubs for large-scale AI development and production. The InvestAI program aims to make Europe a global leader in artificial intelligence. EU officials said the initiative will strengthen technological capabilities, create jobs, and enhance competitiveness in…

President Donald Trump has called for an end to the Ukraine Russia war, urging both countries to halt their ongoing conflict. The statement came after a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, highlighting Trump’s push for a pause in hostilities. Trump said both Ukraine and Russia should “stop where they are” to prevent further destruction and loss of life. He emphasized the need for dialogue and negotiation to achieve peace. The former president’s remarks mark a renewed focus on diplomatic efforts in the region. During the meeting, Trump discussed potential measures to ease tensions and encouraged both leaders to consider…

Lamborghini’s chief executive says the brand’s essence still depends on the roar, power, and emotion of petrol engines. The Italian supercar maker plans to keep them in its lineup for at least another decade before fully shifting to electric. Hybrids take the lead At Lamborghini’s London showroom, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said enthusiasm for electric cars is fading. He sees this as an opportunity to focus on hybrid technology that blends performance with emotion. Within weeks, Lamborghini will decide whether its upcoming grand tourer, the Lanzador, will be fully electric or a plug-in hybrid. Winkelmann stressed that the company remains socially…

A long-acting injection that prevents HIV is set to be approved for use in England and Wales, offering a major breakthrough in the fight to end new transmissions. The jab, administered every two months, provides an alternative to daily oral pills used for HIV prevention under the pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) programme. In draft guidance released on Friday, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommended cabotegravir (CAB-LA) for adults and young people at risk of HIV who cannot take oral PrEP. The injection is already available on the NHS in Scotland. Health secretary Wes Streeting hailed the approval…

Market Turmoil Spreads Across the AtlanticEurope’s leading private equity firms faced sharp declines this week as growing concerns over the health of U.S. regional banks rattled global credit markets. Reports of significant loan losses and tightening lending conditions in the United States have raised fears that reduced access to financing could ripple through Europe’s leveraged finance ecosystem. Debt-Dependent Sector Feels the StrainPrivate equity groups, which rely heavily on borrowing to fund acquisitions, are among the hardest hit by shifting credit sentiment. With banks adopting stricter lending standards and the cost of debt rising, the profitability of new deals is under…

The jury of the 19th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition, led by Garrick Ohlsson, selected 11 pianists for the final round. Local pride now rests on the shoulders of Piotr Alexewicz, the only Polish finalist in this year’s competition. The Chopin Piano Competition, founded in 1927, remains one of the world’s oldest and most respected classical music contests. It celebrates the genius of Fryderyk Chopin, whose works form the competition’s entire repertoire. Since its beginning, the competition has honored pianists who master Chopin’s complex, emotional compositions, making it a career-defining stage for rising stars. Global Talent Takes Center Stage in…

A surprise phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday disrupted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s plans in Washington. The two leaders agreed to meet soon to discuss the war in Ukraine, catching Kyiv off guard and complicating Zelensky’s efforts to secure advanced American military aid. The timing could not have been worse. Within a single day, Russia launched dozens of missiles and over 300 drones across Ukraine. Civilian infrastructure took heavy damage again, with gas pipelines and power stations struck just as freezing temperatures arrive. Rolling blackouts now spread across the country, signaling a…

An Oslo court convicted a 28-year-old former US Embassy security guard of espionage on Wednesday. The court found that he spied for Russia and Iran, sentencing him to three years and seven months in prison. Prosecutors said the man shared details about embassy diplomats, floor plans, and security routines. Norwegian state broadcaster NRK reported that the man turned to Russian and Iranian contacts because of American ties to Israel and the war in Gaza. The defendant admitted the facts in the indictment but denied any criminal intent. He was found guilty of five espionage-related offenses and acquitted of gross corruption.…

Nestlé will cut 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years as part of a major cost-cutting and restructuring plan aimed at accelerating growth. The layoffs — about 6% of its global workforce — include 12,000 white-collar and 4,000 manufacturing roles. “The world is changing and Nestlé needs to change faster,” said new CEO Philipp Navratil, who took over after Laurent Freixe was dismissed last month. The company plans to save 3 billion Swiss francs (£2.8 billion) by 2027, up from its previous target of 2.5 billion. Nestlé, which owns brands such as KitKat, Nescafé, and Purina, employs 4,200 people…

Court Finds Layoffs Potentially UnlawfulA federal judge in San Francisco has temporarily halted the Trump administration’s plan to lay off more than 4,100 federal employees amid the ongoing government shutdown. U.S. District Judge Susan Illston ruled that the proposed layoffs may have been politically motivated and did not follow required legal procedures. The affected agencies include Commerce, Education, Energy, EPA, HHS, HUD, Homeland Security, and Treasury. Unions Challenge Layoff PlansLabor unions, including the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) and AFSCME, filed a lawsuit arguing that the administration’s reduction-in-force plans violated the Antideficiency Act. The unions contend that the layoffs…