EU accused of wasting €20B on AI computing dreams
Critics argue that there's no demand for the massive computing hubs Brussels has planned.

Critics argue that there's no demand for the massive computing hubs Brussels has planned.

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have destroyed multiple villages near the western border with Chad, displacing thousands, according to survivors and the UN. The RSF, at war with the Sudanese army since April 2023, faces UN accusations of massacres targeting ethnic groups like the Zaghawa. Children are also severely affected, with hundreds killed or injured.

Italian ministers attempt to manage the diplomatic fallout after Donald Trump shared a meme mocking Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. They emphasize the importance of transatlantic relations over individual remarks.

Microsoft announced Monday it will lay off approximately 4,800 employees, about 2% of its global workforce. The cuts will heavily impact Xbox, with 3,200 gaming jobs and four studios affected, as the company invests in AI and faces industry shifts.

Sky, owned by Comcast, will acquire ITV's media and entertainment arm for up to £1.6bn to create a major UK streaming competitor. The deal includes ITV's TV channels and streaming service, aiming for significant audience expansion and cost savings.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged allies for more Patriot missiles after Russian strikes killed 12 and injured over 50 in Kyiv. He linked the attacks to allies' stockpiles and the upcoming NATO summit, stressing Western air defense is crucial for civilian protection.

The European Commission has called for "fair play and transparent competition" in sports following a controversial decision by FIFA to overturn a suspension for U.S. player Folarin Balogun after a call between Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino. EU officials stressed the autonomy of sport but insisted decisions must be objective and transparent.