The two largest developing economies are no longer developing as rapidly. A slowdown in China and India could have far-reaching effects on the world, creating echoes that will be felt even where they are least expected. Interestingly, this crisis is not yet truly global. Recent protective...
The Ukrainian offensive in Russia’s Kursk region is gradually expanding to the east and north. From the early stages of this advance, Ukrainian forces took control of the small Russian border town of Sudzha, home to a Russian gas hub responsible for exports to Western Europe...
The EU is preparing its 15th package of sanctions against Russia in response to its war against Ukraine. The United States is also working on additional sanctions against Russia, while Canada has imposed sanctions on Belarus’ military-industrial complex for arming Russian aggressors. Ukraine is increasingly questioning the...
Oil prices are falling on the global market due to declining demand from China and concerns about a potential decrease in consumption in the US. Even the escalating tension in the Middle East has not supported prices, which have dropped over the past 30 days from...
Anyone who remembers the dot-com boom 25 years ago will not be surprised by the rapid rise in the popularity of AI among users, developers, and investors. But the biggest earners are the manufacturers of chips and equipment on which AI systems run. Just look at...
Hungarian and Slovakian refineries are currently unable to receive oil through the Ukrainian section of the international Druzhba pipeline from the Russian oil company Lukoil, which is subject to Ukrainian sanctions. This situation has sparked a strong reaction in Bratislava and Budapest. Kyiv is closely...
The slowdown of China’s economy is causing significant ripples globally. Although the IMF has somewhat improved its forecasts for the world’s second-largest economy, its expectations seem overly optimistic. This is happening amidst lively interactions around the “axis of evil Moscow-Pyongyang-Tehran” and stern warnings from Brussels...
Turkey is pushing for the renewal of the Black Sea Grain Agreement, which has been the framework for Ukraine’s maritime agricultural exports for the past year, operating without the participation or guarantees of the Russian Federation. Why now, and why include Russia? It’s likely because...
The “Ukraine Recovery Conference 2024” took place in Berlin on 11 and 12 June. This event significantly differed from the previous two conferences held in Lugano, Switzerland, in 2022, and London, United Kingdom, in 2023. Two main issues dominated the discussions this year: the...
A week after the latest OPEC+ meeting, an unexpected trend has emerged: oil prices are falling. Such meetings are typically aimed at raising prices through coordinated market actions by OPEC countries and their allies within the oil-exporting cartel. This is an intriguing signal, not only because...
It has finally happened—French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed a candidate for the role of Prime Minister who is acceptable to him: Michel Barnier. This 73-year-old liberal-conservative politician, with openly right-wing views, appears as something of a veteran compared to his predecessor, Gabriel Attal,...
In the three years of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the world has changed more than in the previous 30 years. Approaches to diplomacy, state security, and ways of waging war are changing. At the same time, the US is concentrating more and more...
The main task for Kamala Harris now appears to be to maximise the momentum provided by Joe Biden’s unexpected decision. She has achieved the crucial first step – the Democratic National Committee unequivocally announced her as the Democratic Party candidate on Monday, 5 August. There was...
On August 5, 1963, representatives from three countries—USSR, USA, and the United Kingdom—signed the Treaty Banning Nuclear Weapon Tests in the Atmosphere, in Outer Space, and Under Water, also known as the “Moscow Treaty.” The treaty came into force on October 10 of the...
The Pentagon announced on 3 August that it is deploying additional aviation forces and ships equipped with missile defence systems in the Middle East to protect not only American interests in the region but also Israel. While such deployments are not unprecedented, why are...
The G7 summit held in Apulia, southern Italy, focused on the war in Ukraine, the conflict in Gaza, issues in Africa, illegal migration, and China’s aggressive trade expansion. Sustainable development goals, including climate challenges, were also extensively discussed. Five of the eleven points in the...
Austria was the first to support stripping Hungary of its voting rights in the EU. Vengeance through the centuries. How would it be in German: this is for our Karl Habsburg, you bastards! Seriously though, the treachery of the Hungarians equals that of the...
Small Lithuania invites German Rheinmetall to produce ammunition, Italian troops train on firing ranges, and Estonia shows record defence spending relative to its GDP. Europe has begun to take the threat from Russia seriously. Global defence spending has reached record levels, surpassing that of...
Germany has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine worth an estimated €500 million. This was announced by German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius at the Ramstein meeting, FAZ reports. Pistorius clarified that it is about additional supplies of ammunition and vehicles. “The delivery will...
On March 26th, Warsaw and Berlin will kick off the “armoured coalition” for the needs of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Poland, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, during a meeting with his German counterpart Boris...
The abnormal heatwave has finally left Europe, and it is time to think about a holiday. If the idea of spending your vacation on a beach, among tourists and souvenirs, bores you, why not look for something more original? After all, you can plan...
When the famous British actor, comedian and writer Stephen Fry visited Kyiv last September and spent what he described as an unforgettable few days here, he returned home not only with new impressions. He also came back with footage for a documentary. And now...
To become a famous cat, you don’t necessarily have to be of an elite breed, win first place at prestigious shows, or be adopted by a Hollywood star. If you’re lucky enough to be born a) a cat and b) a cat in Eastern...
The massive missile attacks on Ukraine’s energy system, resumed by the terrorist state of the Russian Federation in the spring of 2024, have predictably led to prolonged blackouts. To say that Ukrainians have gotten used to this would be an understatement. One should neither...
Despite the fact that Ukraine has been engulfed in a full-scale war for almost three years, some regions continue to welcome foreign tourists who are fond of exotic gastronomic tours and extreme experiences. Moreover, the air raid alarms, the whistle of Russian missiles, the...
Manchester United’s stunning 4-3 extra-time victory over Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals has kept their hopes of winning the trophy alive. The Red Devils opened the scoring with Scott McTominay’s effort, but before the break, Liverpool fought back and took the lead: first Alexis McAllister...
Police in northern Italy recently received a report of dangerous driving in Bondeno at night. The call came in at around 1am, reporting dangerous driving in the centre of the town of Bondeno near Ferrara. Officers sent to the scene in the northern Emilia-Romagna region were “very surprised...
“There are spies everywhere in Brussels,” said Belgian Justice Minister Paul Van Tighelt. He warned in an interview that scandals such as Qatargate and Chinagate are just the tip of the spy iceberg in the Belgian capital, Politico reports. Van Tighelt is currently chairing meetings...
Singapore has signed an exclusive deal with Taylor Swift for concerts in Southeast Asia, which brings in a lot of tourist revenue for the country and shocks neighbouring countries who are outraged by the injustice, CNN reports. According to the agreement, the artist will only...
Stone tools discovered in western Ukraine that are believed to be more than 1 million years old may be the oldest evidence of human presence in Europe, according to a study published on Wednesday by Nature Briefing. The chipped stones, deliberately carved out of volcanic...
It seems that 2024 can rightfully be considered the year of crypto, at least due to Mr. Donald Trump, who has begun accepting donations from supporters for his presidential campaign in bitcoins and ethers. In reality, the financial market, which has recently not only...
The EU is preparing tough tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), although this may pose problems for European manufacturers themselves. But behind the scenes – colossal subsidies from the Chinese government to its own automakers. And this is seen in Europe as a sign of unfair...
Automobile giants Nissan Motor Co. and Honda Motor Co. announced today a strategic partnership and agreed to launch a feasibility study on electric vehicles and other advanced technologies to cut costs and increase competitiveness, Kyodo reports. The move comes as competition in the global electric...
The European Commission has launched an investigation into Chinese online e-commerce platform AliExpress, owned by the Alibaba Group, on suspicion of violating the Digital Services Act (DSA), the EU executive said in a statement on 14 March. This is the third official investigation under the DSA,...
On Wednesday, the European Parliament gave final approval to a broad set of EU rules for the governance of artificial intelligence, including systems such as ChatGPT OpenAI. MEPs voted overwhelmingly in favour of the Artificial Intelligence Act, five years after the regulations were first proposed. The...
The Ukrainian IT Coalition has already united 11 countries and accumulated enough contributions for the first procurement of priority requests. This was announced by the Minister of Defence of Ukraine Rustem Umerov “The IT Coalition is an important long-term initiative, and we are grateful to...
When you regularly follow the latest in technology and modern innovations, there comes a moment when the thought arises that we have been living in a cyberpunk era for quite some time, albeit without mutants and flying cars. However, every modern device is a...
The importance of mobile systems countering aerial threats in modern warfare is difficult to overstate. Portable anti-aircraft complexes and short-range air defense systems have played and continue to play a significant role on the battlefields of the Ukrainian-Russian war. They are instrumental in downing...
In the near future, the hum of machines and the flicker of neon lights will paint the nighttime landscape of an urban jungle. Bars and restaurants, once a place of human interaction and camaraderie, have become a playground for a new kind of creature...
Since the onset of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, Ukraine has acquired a fairly substantial and diverse arsenal of armaments and technology from Western allies – ranging from portable anti-tank missile systems to modern, highly effective air defense systems. Soon, Ukraine’s airspace...
An opera house is an important and luxurious part of cultural history, reflecting the style of its city and the traditions of its country. Historic iconic buildings of opera houses are never repeated and you will not find two identical opera houses in the...
In a gesture of international solidarity and cultural appreciation, renowned British actress Emma Thompson recited a poem by Ukrainian literary icon Lina Kostenko. Kostenko celebrates her 94th birthday today, March 19th, 2024. A Birthday Tribute and a Message of Hope Emma Thompson lent her...
The iconic role of 007 agent James Bond, MI6’s most famous spy, has been offered to 33-year-old actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson, The Sun reports. Insiders say that the Kick-Ass film star is expected to accept the role of 007, replacing Daniel Craig, who played MI6’s most...
The highest-grossing film in the world since the beginning of 2024 is the fantastic film Dune 2 by Denis Villeneuve. According to Variety, the film has already grossed $494.7 million worldwide, including $208 million in North America and $289.4 million in the rest of the world. Based on...
The world-famous anonymous street artist Banksy may be forced to reveal his real name due to a lawsuit over the authenticity of one of his most famous works, Monkey Queen, The Guardian reports. Two art collectors have filed a lawsuit against the artist over his...
Famous French actress Juliette Binoche has become the next president of the European Film Academy Board, replacing Polish director Agnieszka Holland, who plans to devote her time to making films, Variety reports. Binoche was unanimously nominated by the board members of the European Film Academy...
Director Denis Villeneuve’s film “Dune: Part Two” successfully launched in theatres, amassing $178.5 million over its opening weekend. This total includes $97 million from international markets and $81.5 million from the American box office, making the second instalment of “Dune” the highest-grossing premiere of...
At Paris Fashion Week, which has started in France, full of parades and presentations, only an explosive artistic statement can make a designer stand out. Otherwise, critics and buyers will say: “déjà vu! “, “Nothing new under the sun”, “Martin Margiela has already done it, and...
Taylor Swift has made history at the Grammy Awards 2024 by becoming the first artist to win the award for Best Album of the Year four times for her album Midnights. This is stated in the official announcement of the music award. At Sunday’s ceremony, Taylor Swift...
On November 22, 2023, Netflix released the first episodes of the reality show “Squid Game: The Challenge,” based on the immensely popular South Korean series “Squid Game.” The final 10th episode aired on December 6, where the remaining two participants engaged in a final...
