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Sugary Drinks Linked to Global Rise in Diabetes, Heart Disease
A new study assesses the effects of sugar-laden beverages on global health, with higher rates of consumption found in Latin America and parts of Africa.The New York Times - 3h -
France signals fewer spending cuts and tax rises ahead of budget talks
Economy minister seeks to ‘protect growth’ with slightly higher deficit target for 2025Financial Times - 7h -
A look at the legal cases filed against France's former President Sarkozy
France’s former President Nicolas Sarkozy goes on trial over allegations he received millions from Libya for his 2007 successful presidential campaign, in the latest — and biggest — of a series of ...ABC News - 9h -
Global Mining's Dangerous New Reality: Guns, Hostages, Arrests
Mineral and metal mines in the developing world are caught up in tensions over profits, and host countries are increasingly using force to get a bigger share.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
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NYC becomes 1st city in US with congestion charge
New York City has officially become the first city in the country to implement a congestion charge for any vehicle entering the middle of Manhattan. The tax has been in effect for decades in other ...NBC News - 1d -
Matt Gaetz can run, but can he hide?
The Ethics Committee’s well-documented conclusions should command the wide attention.The Hill - 1d -
How Elon Musk’s X became the global right’s supercharged front page
Musk has now used X as a platform to make aggressive interventions in US politics – and in those of other countries. As a business proposition, Elon Musk’s ownership of X, formerly known as ...The Guardian - 2d -
In France, Drug Traffic Spreads to Small Towns
Even quaint corners of the country are seeing a rise in drug violence and crime. Just ask the mayor of Morlaix, which has a population of about 15,000.The New York Times - 2d -
Vehicle Ramming Attacks: Using Cars and Trucks as Weapons Has Become Common
A New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans killed at least 15 people.The New York Times - 3d -
Algerian social media influencer detained in France accused of calling for attacks
The French interior minister has announced the arrest of a social media influencer from Algeria who is accused of calling for attacks in FranceABC News - 3d -
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Scott becomes longest-serving Black senator
Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has become the longest-serving Black senator in U.S. history, as the 119th Congress begins on Friday. Scott was appointed to the Senate in 2012 by then-Gov. Nikki Haley (R) ...The Hill - 3d -
How Meta’s latest research proves you can use generative AI to understand user intent
By thinking about recommendation as a generative problem, you can tackle it from new angles and use LLMs to better understand user intent.VentureBeat - 3d -
Trump’s Falsehoods Aside, China’s Influence Over Global Ports Raises Concerns
The president-elect inaccurately said that Chinese soldiers operate the Panama Canal. But China’s strategic positions in shipping worry Washington officials.The New York Times - 3d -
Meta Appoints Joel Kaplan to Lead Global Policy, Replacing Nick Clegg
Joel Kaplan, a former senior adviser to George W. Bush, replaces Nick Clegg, a former deputy prime minister of Britain, as Meta’s head of policy.The New York Times - 3d -
Meta Taps Republican as New Head of Global Policy
Joel Kaplan is replacing former U.K. Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg as Silicon Valley prepares for the second Trump administration.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
Meta global affairs chief Clegg to be replaced by Republican Kaplan
Move comes just ahead of Donald Trump’s return to the White HouseFinancial Times - 3d -
Joel Kaplan to replace Nick Clegg as Meta global policy leader
Meta will switch up its global policy team in the new year and has appointed former George W. Bush administration official Joel Kaplan to replace Nick Clegg as the company's chief global affairs ...The Hill - 4d -
Canadian forests becoming more prone to severe wildfires: Study
The treacherous combination of rising temperatures and dried-up fuels has made Canadian forest much more prone to severe wildfires in recent decades, a new study has found. Driving these dangerous ...The Hill - 4d -
Tesla's Global Vehicle Deliveries Fell in 2024 for the First Time in Years
A surge of promotional deals in the fourth quarter failed to stimulate sales enough to top the prior-year results.The Wall Street Journal - 4d -
Morgan Stanley to exit global climate coalition
Morgan Stanley on Thursday announced its departure from a coalition of banks that aims to target net-zero emissions through lending and investment, the fifth group to do so in recent weeks. “Morgan ...The Hill - 4d -
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Can France become a global AI powerhouse?
Momentum has been slowing but the country boasts enviable technical skills and a burgeoning entrepreneurial cultureFinancial Times - 4d -
Paris faces uncertain 2025 as Macron admits snap elections destabilized France
As France enters the new year, there's little hope that the political and economic uncertainty that's been plaguing Paris for months will disappear in 2025.CNBC - 4d -
FirstFT: Trump’s protectionist policies will hurt global growth, economists warn
Also in today’s newsletter, ‘terrorism’ in New Orleans and the business trends to watch in 2025Financial Times - 4d -
How did Scotland become a Hollywood hotspot?
From superhero blockbusters to romantic comedies, Scotland has become an increasingly familiar filming location.BBC News - 4d -
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A year of two halves: how global financial markets fared in 2024
Good for equities, good for the US, and good for crypto but the year spawned mixed blessings for the UK, China and Europe. Global stock markets climbed in 2024, helped by falling inflation and the ...The Guardian - 5d -
Belgium becomes first EU country to ban sale of disposable vapes
Products banned on health and environmental grounds, while Milan outlaws outdoor smoking . Belgium has become the EU first country to ban the sale of disposable vapes in an effort to stop young ...The Guardian - 5d -
Hernández: Lakers go all-in on Austin Reaves and will learn whether he can become an all-star
The Lakers put their faith in Austin Reaves when they traded D'Angelo Russell, trusting the young shooter to help LeBron James and Anthony Davis.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
France's Macron acknowledges snap elections backfired
France’s President Emmanuel Macron admitted that his decision to hold parliamentary elections early caused instability in New Year's Eve comments. “Lucidity and humility force [me] to recognize ...The Hill - 5d -
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AI education revolution
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story AI set to hit its stride in schools in 2025 Experts predict that 2025 will be the year artificial ...The Hill - 5d -
Why 2025 will be the year of AI orchestration
For many, 2025 will be the year of AI agents, when pilot programs, experiments and use cases converge into something resembling ROI.VentureBeat - Dec. 30
