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Anna Politkovskaya, 20 years on: the courage to expose the truth endures
Anna Politkovskaya, 20 years on: the courage to expose the truth endures
By Editor on October 23, 2026
Twenty years after the murder of Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya, her reporting on the war in Chechnya and the rise of Vladimir Putin remains a...
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Amazon brings Ring’s neighbourhood surveillance app to the UK, raising privacy concerns
Amazon brings Ring’s neighbourhood surveillance app to the UK, raising privacy concerns
By Editor on October 23, 2026
Amazon has launched a free neighbourhood safety service in the UK through its Ring platform, allowing residents to share videos and local alerts even if...
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How a mocked police infiltration attempt became a protest slogan in France
How a mocked police infiltration attempt became a protest slogan in France
By Editor on October 23, 2026
A bizarre phrase circulating among French school students has become a symbol of Gen Z’s distrust of the police, blending online humour, accusations of racism...
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North Africa and the Sahel brace for a new food crisis
North Africa and the Sahel brace for a new food crisis
By Editor on October 22, 2026
Rising grain prices, climate shocks and disruptions to fertilizer supplies threaten to strain public finances and political stability in North Africa, while giving jihadist groups...
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Maria Ressa warns AI is pushing the world to the brink
Maria Ressa warns AI is pushing the world to the brink
By Editor on October 22, 2026
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa has called for independent international oversight of advanced AI models, warning that years of unchecked Big Tech practices have...
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California’s proposed billionaire tax faces a high-stakes vote
California’s proposed billionaire tax faces a high-stakes vote
By Editor on October 23, 2026
California voters will decide on November 3 whether to introduce a one-off 5% wealth tax on billionaires, but the proposal could generate less revenue than...
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Getty Images seeks debt restructuring as AI-generated pictures intensify pressure
Getty Images seeks debt restructuring as AI-generated pictures intensify pressure
By Editor on October 22, 2026
Getty Images has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States as heavy debt and competition from AI-generated images weigh on the stock...
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ECB urges Europe to accelerate green transition as economic risks mount
ECB urges Europe to accelerate green transition as economic risks mount
By Editor on October 22, 2026
The eurozone has remained resilient despite a surge in energy prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East, but the European Central Bank warns...
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Japan’s chip revival risks being overshadowed by US investment demands
Japan’s chip revival risks being overshadowed by US investment demands
By Editor on October 21, 2026
Japan’s efforts to rebuild its semiconductor industry are being complicated by a $550 billion investment pledge to the United States, with a major portion of...
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EU urges European producers to scale up to compete with US giants
EU urges European producers to scale up to compete with US giants
By Editor on October 20, 2026
The European Commission is calling on the continent’s production companies to strengthen their finances, invest in long-term growth and retain ownership of their intellectual property...
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Posts tagged as “Nobel Peace Prize”

Maria Ressa warns AI is pushing the world to the brink

Maria Ressa warns AI is pushing the world to the brink

By Editor on October 22, 2026

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa has called for independent international oversight of advanced AI models, warning that years of unchecked Big Tech practices have…

“The alliance of big tech and far right political leaders is particularly worrying”
“The alliance of big tech and far right political leaders is particularly worrying”
By Fritz Mag on October 18, 2026
Lukas Slothuus is a political researcher at the University of Sussex whose work explores the intersection of climate change, energy policy and political power. His...
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“For me, writing is about craft”
“For me, writing is about craft”
By Fritz Mag on August 16, 2026
Berlin-based writer and poet Nina Hanz spoke with us about her life, work, and what it means to be a reader. Nina is originally from the...
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“I’m an in-between person, and I see this as a huge privilege”
“I’m an in-between person, and I see this as a huge privilege”
By Fritz Mag on August 14, 2026
We spoke with Nina Ellis, Assistant Professor of English and Comparative Literature at the American University in Cairo, about her academic career, her work, and...
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Democrats gain ground in key US midterm races as Republicans face battle for Congress
Democrats gain ground in key US midterm races as Republicans face battle for Congress
By I.H. Ozturk on October 20, 2026
Democratic candidates are leading in several closely contested Senate races, while polling points to a growing advantage in the battle for the House of Representatives...
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Europe’s youth revolt exposes a growing crisis of inequality
Europe’s youth revolt exposes a growing crisis of inequality
By Andy Osborn on October 20, 2026
Rising living costs, stagnant purchasing power and widening gaps between generations are fuelling protests across Europe. From Italy to France, demonstrations reflect growing frustration with...
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The week’s standout TV and film releases: political intrigue, romantic comedy and cultural clashes
The week’s standout TV and film releases: political intrigue, romantic comedy and cultural clashes
By Bart Meijer on October 17, 2026
From the high-stakes diplomacy of The Diplomat to the relationship troubles of Nobody Wants This and the cultural tensions explored in Fjord, this week’s selection...
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Sally Rooney’s book withdrawal sparks debate over free speech and political activism
Sally Rooney’s book withdrawal sparks debate over free speech and political activism
By Sophia Mulholland on October 17, 2026
Irish novelist Sally Rooney’s decision to withdraw her books from the UK market has fuelled a wider debate over freedom of expression, political activism and...
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Global financial resilience faces growing pressure as energy and bond risks mount
Global financial resilience faces growing pressure as energy and bond risks mount
By Padraic Mallahan on October 14, 2026
The International Monetary Fund has warned that the global economy may be approaching the limits of its ability to absorb further shocks, as depleted energy...
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