The Guardian
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- Everyone accepts that AI is dangerous. Agreeing on what to do about it is a different story, as the Guardian reports.
Tech9 min readinformed Summary
- A new treaty to control plastics could cut production by 80% by 2040, according to the UN.
Climate3 min read- The Guardian
How Hollywood writers triumphed over AI – and why it matters
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- The Writers Guild of America has ended one of the longest labor strikes in Hollywood history by approving an agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The agreement includes guidelines on the use of AI in film and TV projects.
Tech4 min read - The Guardian
What would happen if Russia invaded Finland? I went to a giant war game in London to find out
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- A war game was held recently in London, organised by academics from the department of war studies at King's College London. The game was designed to simulate a geopolitical catastrophe, with participants taking on roles within NATO and Russia.
World Affairs14 min read - The Guardian
‘No turning back’: How the Ukraine war has profoundly changed the EU
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- The European Union has undergone significant changes in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with a newfound sense of purpose and unity. The EU has imposed unprecedented economic sanctions against Russia, provided military assistance to Ukraine, and protected European economic supply chains.
World Affairs17 min read informed Summary
- Elon Musk has a unique perspective on the world, as revealed by the accounts he follows on X. Broadly speaking they are a mix of official accounts of world leaders, Tesla enthusiasts and contrarian figures who often espouse "alt-right" viewpoints.
Tech18 min readinformed Summary
- It may be worth the effort of choosing the right video-call background after all. Research from Durham University's psychology department found that bookshelves or house plants in the background of video calls make the best impression in online meetings.
Tech2 min readinformed Summary
- A new trend of "austerity influencers" has emerged on TikTok, where users share the sacrifices they've made due to the rising cost of living. These include cutting back on non-essential items like makeup, skincare and eating out, and even more drastic measures like cancelling health insurance and skipping meals.
Economy9 min readinformed Summary
- Netflix's binge model, where an entire season of a show is released at once, is reportedly being reconsidered. The streaming giant is considering releasing Squid Game: The Challenge, a spinoff of the hit series, in batches. It has already done this with other reality shows like Too Hot to Handle and The Circle.
Culture4 min readinformed Summary
- New York City's crackdown on Airbnb, which includes tough restrictions aimed at returning rental properties to the housing market, is being closely watched by politicians worldwide. The company's rapid growth is seen by many as a significant factor in the global housing crisis.
Business5 min readinformed Summary
- Beer cocktails, which have their roots in beer adulteration, have become increasingly popular in recent years and are now featured on the menus of many trendy establishments.
Culture5 min readinformed Summary
- Robert Habeck, Germany’s vice-chancellor and a member of the Green party, wants the country to be a global leader in renewable energy. However, his climate measures have faced significant opposition.
Politics25 min readinformed Summary
- Hollywood writers are set to end their nearly five-month strike after reaching a tentative agreement with studios, the writers’ union, and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The deal must be approved by the Writers Guild of America's board and members before the strike officially ends.
Business5 min readinformed Summary
- RunPee is an app developed by Dan Gardner that tells moviegoers the best times to take a bathroom break during a film. The idea came to Gardner during a screening of Peter Jackson's King Kong in 2005.
Tech5 min readinformed Summary
- Denis Nikitin, a Russian nationalist and former major figure on Russia's football hooliganism scene, now runs the Russian Volunteer Corps (RDK), a unit that fights alongside the Ukrainian army. The RDK performed several cross-border raids into Russia earlier this year before retreating back into Ukraine.
World Affairs9 min readinformed Summary
- Giorgia Meloni has become one of Europe's most powerful politicians. Initially seen as an underdog, Meloni has softened her image since becoming prime minister, gaining popularity beyond her far-right base.
Politics9 min readinformed Summary
- Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich and his ex-wife, Dasha Zhukova, have amassed one of the most significant private collections of modern art, according to leaked documents from a Cyprus-based offshore financial services provider.
Culture12 min readinformed Summary
- In ths article, The Guardian asks experts to tackle the big parenting questions of our time. Psychotherapist Stella O’Malley tells the paper that it's not necessarily harmful to post pictures of your children online. However, it's important to be respectful and considerate of their future feelings about these posts.
Personal growth10 min readinformed Summary
- The term "global south" is increasingly being used to refer to a diverse group of countries, including developing nations, former colonies and economic powerhouses like China and India. These countries are seeking to have their independent voices heard in global affairs, rather than being shaped by the West.
World Affairs4 min readinformed Summary
- A group of academics commissioned by France and Germany has proposed a vision of a future EU with four types of membership, including an "EU lite" for countries like the UK.
World Affairs2 min read
