Data centers set to devour more energy
Data centers are power guzzlers, especially if they are used to train, deploy and deliver AI applications and services: A 100 MW AI data center uses enough energy annually to power 100,000 households.
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ECONOMY
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EUROPE 
April 18, 2025 Europe’s defence sector bets on space amid growing geopolitical threats
In recent years, defence companies have stepped up their involvement in space projects, prompting calls for more EU-level coordination and investment.
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HISTORY
April 18, 2025 18 April 2025: This day in history
1025: Bolesław I the Brave is crowned in Gniezno, becoming the first King of Poland 1506: The cornerstone of the current St. Peter’s Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II 1775: Paul Revere, William Dawes and Samuel Prescott ride from Charlestown to Lexington warning “the regulars are coming!” 1783: American Revolution: George […]
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ECONOMY
April 17, 2025 Trump’s Global Trade War
By Martin Banks The ongoing global trade war has created major uncertainty for businesses operating on both sides of the Atlantic, including the EU.
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CYPRUS
April 17, 2025 Cyprus Government aims to finalise US visa waiver procedures before September
Meetings between US experts and Cypriot officials regarding Cyprus’ inclusion in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) are set to conclude on Wednesday, with the government aiming to complete the process before the upcoming September, according to information obtained by the Cyprus News Agency. The VWP allows citizens of participating countries to travel to the United States […]
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GREEKS ABROAD
April 17, 2025 The Greek Bilingual Bookshop begins a new chapter in Kogarah
The beloved Greek Bilingual Bookshop has officially turned a new page, with longtime Greek educator Katerina Vetsikas taking the reins and opening its doors at a brand-new location in Kogarah, Sydney.
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GREECE
April 17, 2025 Port traffic intensifies as Easter travelers head to Greek islands
Traffic at the country’s ports serving the greater Athens area is expected to intensify further on Thursday, as thousands of travelers set off for Easter holidays to popular island destinations such as the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Crete.
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EUROPE
April 17, 2025 Giorgia Meloni’s trip to Washington will be a test for Italy’s role in Europe
Meloni hopes to strengthen her leadership by positioning herself as a mediator between the EU and the US.
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HISTORY
April 17, 2025 17 April 2025: This day in history
1492: Christopher Columbus signs a contract with the Spanish monarchs to find the “Indies” with the stated goal of converting people to Catholicism. This promises him 10% of all riches found, and the governorship of any lands encountered. 1895: Treaty of Shimonoseki is signed ending the First Sino-Japanese War (1894-95) 1917: Vladimir Lenin issues his […]
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WORLD
April 16, 2025 Arrests in Jordan over rocket and drone plots
Jordan’s security services say they have arrested 16 people suspected of plotting attacks inside the country involving rockets and drones. The General Intelligence Department said the suspects had been under surveillance since 2021 and their plans were aimed at “targeting national security, sowing chaos and sabotage”. They involved possession of explosives and automatic weapons, the […]
