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The United States: The High-Variance Bet
The United States is pursuing a minimal regulation, market-led strategy for AI and social welfare, emphasizing innovation over government intervention.
The United Kingdom: The Pragmatist’s Hedge
Analysis of the UK’s balanced, flexible policy model combining welfare, labor, and AI regulation, and its implications for future economic resilience.
The European Union: Rules First, Cushion Always
The EU is prioritizing regulation and institutions over ownership in managing AI and labor transitions, with new rules set to take effect in 2026.
How to feed a dictator
A new documentary explores the experiences of chefs serving some of history’s most notorious dictators, revealing the complex relationship between food, morality, and survival.
The UK’s New Under-16 Social Media Ban Will Cause More Harm Than It Prevents
The UK plans to ban social media for under-16s from 2027, but experts warn it may cause more harm than good due to privacy and access issues.
Malaysia’s Anwar: All’s well that ends well?
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasizes stability over upcoming elections amid ongoing coalition tensions, according to Nikkei Asia.
Italy’s Meloni says Trump ‘made up’ story that she ‘begged’ him for photo at G7
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni dismisses Trump’s claim she begged for a photo at G7 as false, amid rising tensions between the leaders.
ASEAN uses Russia summit to boost energy ties
ASEAN leaders commit to deepening energy cooperation with Russia during the Kazan summit, marking a strategic shift amid regional and global challenges.
Trump faces Supreme Court showdown as major rulings loom
The Supreme Court is set to decide on major cases involving Trump, including birthright citizenship and federal agency removals, within the next fortnight.