• Dutch parliament chair concerned about Russian influence on upcoming European elections

    Tweede Kamer president Martin Bosma has asked the president of the European Parliament to take action to guarantee the integrity of the European elections and the candidates therein. He referred to reports from the Czech Republic that Russia was paying European politicians as part of a propaganda campaign.

  • Microsoft finds Russian influence operations targeting US election have begun

    Microsoft said on Wednesday that Russian online campaigns to influence the upcoming U.S. presidential election kicked into gear over the past 45 days, but at a slower pace than in past elections. Russia-linked accounts are disseminating divisive content aimed at U.S. audiences, including criticising American support of Ukraine in its war with Russia, researchers at the tech giant said in a report. The Russian embassy in Washington did not respond to a request for comment, but the Kremlin said...

  • Coachella weekend 1: No Doubt reunites, Blur flops and influencers influence

    The first weekend of the iconic Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California, has concluded — but social media is still buzzing about all the event’s highs and lows. From a much-hyped No Doubt reunion to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce sightings, the influencer-filled festival was full of moments that made headlines. Here’s what you might have missed. No Doubt reunites with a surprise guest It's been roughly nine years since the members of No Doubt, led by Gwen Stefani, performed...

  • Chinese Grand Prix 2024 qualifying: Max Verstappen seals pole position for Chinese Grand Prix as he heads Sergio Perez and Fernando Alonso

    Max Verstappen has continued his strong run of form after clinching a dominant pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix, taking Red Bull’s 100th pole in their history.

  • How to Create Your Own AI Influencer

    The emergence of AI influencers in the realm of digital marketing represents a groundbreaking fusion of artificial intelligence and social media prowess. These virtual personas transcend mere figments of imagination, serving as strategic tools that resonate with audiences and unlock novel monetization opportunities. If you’re interested in creating an AI influencer, this comprehensive guide will […]

  • Don't overlook the Chinese threat

    Amid inflation, the migrant crisis and Ukraine and Israel’s fights for survival, it’s all too easy to overlook what Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida last week rightly called “the greatest strategic challenge” to world peace: China. Just two days earlier, FBI Director Christopher Wray called Beijing “the defining threat of our generation.” The Chinese Communist

  • Chinese "Overcapacity" Is Not the Problem. Underconsumption Is.

    We are far from overcoming humanity's material needs, which means we need more production. The problem is not "excess" investment in capacity, but making sure that the capacity can be fully utilized.

  • Chinese Grand Prix cancelled

    F1 CEO casts doubt on future of Chinese GP. Formula One has returned to China for the first time in five years and on the twentieth anniversary of the circuits inaugural race, the debate over the f

  • Who is the new Russian ambassador to Romania?

    Russian President Vladimir Putin appointed a new ambassador to Bucharest on Tuesday, namely Vladimir Lipaev, the former ambassador of Russia in Tallinn. He was expelled by the Estonian authorities in 2023, amid the diplomatic conflict with Moscow. Russian President Vladimir Putin officially released Valeri Kuzmin from the post of Russian ambassador to Romania on Tuesday. […]

  • Chinese Grand Prix: F1 – live

    Morning/afternoon everyone. Much has changed since China last held a grand

  • China's Strong Growth Is Puzzling the Chinese

    Strong first-quarter numbers are puzzling the Chinese, who witness a stagnant economy daily. Two factors reconcile the difference.

  • China's Strong Growth Is Puzzling the Chinese

    Strong first-quarter numbers are puzzling the Chinese, who witness a stagnant economy daily. Two factors reconcile the difference.