European Union squares the circle on the world’s first AI rulebook
After a 36-hour negotiating marathon, EU policymakers reached a political agreement on what is set to become the global benchmark for regulating Artificial Intelligence.
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EUROPE
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HISTORY 
December 9, 2023 9 December 2023: This day in history
536: Byzantine General Belisarius enters Rome while the Ostrogothic garrison peacefully leaves the city, returning the old capital to its empire 1212: Frederick II (later also Holy Roman Emperor) crowned King of Germany in Mainz 1968: In “The Mother of All Demos” Douglas Engelbart demonstrates the computer system NLS (oN-Line System) to a live audience […]
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OPINION
December 9, 2023 The Geopolitical Importance of the Taiwan Strait
By Dr. Panagiotis Sfaelos∗ The Taiwan Strait is of immense geopolitical importance as it is strategically located between the People’s Republic of China and Taiwan affecting international shipping and world trade in the Pacific Ocean. It is a point of friction between China and Taiwan. The People’s Republic of China considers Taiwan as part of […]
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INTERVIEWS
December 9, 2023 Andre Robert Abi Nader Stays Abreast Of New Trends
Interview by Vassilios Nicolaos Vitsilogiannis (IG: @vassiliosvitsilogiannis) As the managing partner at Unique Talents Marketing Management, Andre Robert Abi Nader is at the helm of a dynamic agency that thrives on creativity and innovation. With a keen eye for strategic campaigns, he leads his team to deliver impactful marketing solutions. Beyond the boardroom, Abi Nader […]
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EUROPE
December 8, 2023 German liberals signal discontent with new EU green buildings law
A newly-adopted compromise on the EU’s new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive is already being met with some scepticism from German lawmakers, who fear that the law will interfere with domestic rules.
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HISTORY
December 8, 2023 8 December 2023: This day in history
1863: Abraham Lincoln issues his Amnesty Proclamation and plan for Reconstruction of the South 1941: US and Britain declare war on Japan, US enters World War II 1941: US President Franklin D. Roosevelt delivers his famous “Day of Infamy” speech to a joint session of Congress a day after the bombing of Pearl Harbor 1965: […]
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EUROPE
December 8, 2023 New cash aid for flood-stricken Italian regions
By Martin Banks Italy is to receive new EU aid to help deal with the aftermath of its crippling recent floods.
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EUROPE
December 8, 2023 EU agency takes action to “reduce fragmentation”
By Martin Banks The European Union Agency for Railways (ERA) says it has taken “significant steps” towards its mission of fostering a sustainable and safe railway system without frontiers.
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WORLD
December 8, 2023 Campaigners hit out at presence of “fossil fuel lobbyists” at COP28
By Martin Banks At least 2,456 fossil fuel lobbyists have been granted access to the COP28 summit in Dubai, it has been claimed.
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WORLD
December 7, 2023 President Tsai pledges to continue supporting Indigenous policies
President Tsai Ing-wen said Dec. 4 that the government will keep implementing policies in response to the aspirations of Taiwan’s Indigenous peoples as it promotes ethnic reconciliation. Tsai made the remarks during the 20th meeting of the Presidential Office Indigenous Historical Justice and Transitional Justice Committee in Taipei City. Attendees included Vice President Lai Ching-te, […]
