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POLITICS6h agoDonald Trump dismisses concerns about dangers of AIThe president called efforts to slow the development of artificial intelligence a "sick conspiracy," claiming they only serve China. Market leaders have warned of the dangers of the pace of the technology's development.DW News [en]
POLITICS7h agoVenezuela will attend G20 energy meeting in Texas by Trump's invitationVenezuela attends the G20 energy meeting in Houston, by invitation of the U.S. government, according to official sources. The Venezuelan representation will be led by high-ranking officials from the oil sector, including Minister Henao.Clarín
POLITICS7h agoCan a party be leftist and Zionist?No, it cannot. But the concept of leftist Zionism is still being pushed to cover up its racist, colonial nature.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS7h agoCanada, a member of the European Union? The romance of an impossible loveEl Tratado de la UE asegura que la adhesión como Estado miembro está limitada a “cualquier Estado europeo”.Sin embargo, Ottawa lleva meses hablando con varios de los principales dirigentes europeos para alcanzar una relación fuera de los manuales.Clarín
POLITICS7h agoBrics leaders act to hedge – not revolt – against US dollar dominanceThe family photograph did the political work the summit’s final declaration could not. Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian leader Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stood shoulder to shoulder as the Brics summit closed in New Delhi on Sunday – a single frame capturing an 11-nation bloc that now spans four continents and nearly half the world’s population. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres attended the gathering of emerging economies...South China Morning Post
POLITICS8h agoWhy is Trump warning Zelenskyy not to hit Russian diesel refineries?Trump blames Ukraine’s attacks for global diesel shortage, linking the crisis to Russia's war rather than US actions.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS8h agoCartoon: What’s democracy?Cartoon: What's democracy? The post Cartoon: What’s democracy? appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS8h agoAsia’s Democracy Is Being Rewired: An Early Warning for Global DemocracyThe emerging contest in the region is between open political systems and “managed” political systems – where citizens are manipulated instead of simply repressed.The Diplomat
POLITICS9h agoCan Trump’s White House ballroom top China’s vast Great Hall of the People?President Donald Trump’s claim that the new White House ballroom will top China’s Great Hall of the People has thrust the Beijing landmark back into the spotlight just as Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares for his US visit later this month. Speaking at a Republican midterm convention in Dallas last week, Trump described the Great Hall of the People – China’s most prestigious venue for legislative and ceremonial events – as “a serious hall”. “This is a very large hall, but we’re going to top...South China Morning Post
POLITICS9h agoExperiment to decentralize.Hace algunas semanas señalaba en este mismo espacio, que gobernar desde los territorios no equivale necesariamente a descentralizar. Para modificar la distribución territorial de competencias y recursos, es necesario intervenir la estructura político-administrativa del Estado y el modelo de transferencias hacia las entidades territoriales.  Los anuncios recientes del Gobierno permiten avanzar en esa discusión. La presentación de […] The post Experimentar para descentralizar. appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
POLITICS10h agoSteve Bannon and Bernie Sanders unite in AI safety callRightwing activist and leftwing senator join forces to demand stronger regulation of the technologyFinancial Times
POLITICS10h agoIAEA chief underscores commitment to nuclear safety and verificationThe Director General of the UN nuclear watchdog, IAEA, opened its 70th General Conference on Monday in Vienna with a message full of optimism, stressing that despite the many difficulties and tensions the world is witnessing a “common spirit of dedication” which still guides their work.UN News
POLITICS10h agoChina Denies Supplying Iran Images Of US Military Base In Jordan"We firmly oppose groundless suspicion and accusations without evidence," Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun told a regular news conference on Monday. The post China Denies Supplying Iran Images Of US Military Base In Jordan appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICS10h agoUS blocks Iran’s nuclear chief from Vienna meetingIran’s nuclear chief was blocked from attending an annual conference on Monday at the headquarters of the UN’s nuclear agency in Vienna after US pressure, both Washington and Tehran said. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright confirmed to reporters that Washington had applied pressure to stop Mohammad Eslami from entering Austria, saying “he’s a sanctioned individual and we don’t want sanctioned individuals evading their sanctions”. “He asked for a waiver of the sanctions and it was denied.” Iranian...South China Morning Post
POLITICS11h agoChina criticises idea it is in 'malicious competition' over AIIt follows the Anthropic CEO's calls for a slowdown in AI development - but in a way that prevents China from pulling ahead in the race.BBC World
POLITICS11h agoUS hosts G20 meetings on "energy abundance" amid war in the Middle EastG20 meetings in Houston address the global energy crisis. Major economies and producers attend, in a context of war tensions. The rise in fuel prices impacts the US and Europe. Trump's policy and the conflict with Iran complicate the electoral landscape.Clarín
POLITICS12h agoThe powerful millionaires hiding in plain sightThey own car dealerships, law firms, dental practices, and restaurant chains. Collectively, these overlooked business owners hold far more wealth than the Forbes 400 — and wield considerable political power.NPR News
POLITICS13h agoFinland: EU leaders meet to forge new Arctic policyEuropean leaders are meeting over shipping, resources and security in the region amid pressure from the US, China and Russia. The EU sees the Arctic as key to its future security as melting ice makes it more accessible.DW News [en]
POLITICS13h agoXi touts Brics cooperation on AI as US titans flag tech risksPresident Xi Jinping promoted China’s vision for artificial intelligence (AI) at the annual Brics summit, seeking to win support from the Global South amid tech competition with the US. China would spearhead development of an AI Brics “community”, support cooperation in developing large language models and offer training, Xi said on Sunday in New Delhi. The previous day, he invited Brics nations to join the newly formed World AI Cooperation Organisation. Brics countries must “strengthen...South China Morning Post
POLITICS14h agoJustice Minister consults on Civil Procedure Law revision, discussing opponent's address investigation and protection of evidence secretsThe Justice Minister is consulting on a revision to the Civil Procedure Law, specifically discussing investigations into opponents' addresses and the protection of evidence secrets. This process aims to update legal frameworks and potentially affect civil litigation procedures.Asahi Shimbun
POLITICS15h agoIndia and Uzbekistan elevate relations to comprehensive strategic partnershipIndia and Uzbekistan have elevated their bilateral relations to a "comprehensive strategic partnership" following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Tashkent. The two nations set a trade target of $5 billion by 2030, with a specific focus on diversifying uranium supplies for India's nuclear energy sector. Uzbekistan, possessing some of the world's largest uranium reserves, serves as a critical link in New Delhi's energy security strategy as India seeks to reduce reliance on a limited pool of fuel suppliers. In addition to raw material imports, India is advancing domestic nuclear technologies. This includes the development of thorium-based reactors and small modular reactors (SMR) under the Bharat Small Reactors (BSR) program. SMRs offer easier scaling and deployment compared to traditional large-scale power units. To facilitate international cooperation and maintain safety standards, India is utilizing the SHANTI law passed in 2023, which streamlines the integration of foreign resources and technologies into the national system. New Delhi is shifting toward nuclear generation to stabilize its power grid. Unlike solar and wind energy, nuclear power plants provide a consistent base load of electricity independent of weather conditions.pravda_ru · russia
POLITICS15h agoThe Age of Strategic ExclusionMajor powers are increasingly trying to shut out their rivals. Russia invaded Ukraine in part to prevent the latter’s further integration with the West. The United States is restricting China’s access to advanced semiconductors and encouraging allies to do the same. China’s Belt and Road Initiative secures privileged positions in strategic infrastructure and economic relationships. Though these examples vary in aims and methods, they reflect a growing willingness of major powers to restrict rivals’ access and influence.I use the term ‘strategic exclusion’ toWar on the Rocks
POLITICS15h agoTrump urges Ukraine to stop ‘knocking out’ Russian oil refineries as U.S. diesel hits recordU.S. diesel prices have surpassed $6 a gallon for the first time ever as the Ukraine and Iran wars drive broader energy supply concerns.CNBC
POLITICS15h agoChina state newspaper blasts Anthropic's calls to slow AI as 'Cold War' tacticAn essay by Anthropic's CEO calling for a slowing down of AI development may look like a rational statement focused on safety risks, but it is really a "Cold War playbook" targeting China, the state-backed Global Times said in an editorial.thestandard_hk · hong kong