Why the world has started stockpiling food again – The Irish Times
In the early 18th century, Finland was familiar with the fear of hunger. A famine fuelled by an…
China’s AI and EV boom drives record power demand, widening energy gap with US
China’s total electricity consumption hit a record high of 10.4 trillion kilowatt-hours (kWh) in 2025, more than double…
As China’s US exports plunge in 2025, Beijing banks on diversification for 2026 growth
China’s exports soared to record highs in 2025, defying trade tensions with Washington as Beijing’s diversification strategy successfully…
Kaja Kallas to push new Iran sanctions after deadly crackdown
Published on 12/01/2026 – 10:39 GMT+1 The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, is set to push…
Goodwill or necessity? Why is China slashing solar and battery subsidies?
China will cut export subsidies for solar panels and batteries in the coming months, a move mainly aimed…
DeepSeek to customise namesake chatbot for Italian users following probe
Chinese artificial intelligence firm DeepSeek has agreed to launch the first country-specific version of its namesake chatbot, while…
The global implications of the US military operation in Venezuela
The potential ripple effects of the United States’ military operation in Venezuela on January 3, 2026 extend well…
New study shows how AI could transform drug prescriptions for heart diseases
A new artificial intelligence tool could speed up the search for treatments for heart disease, according to a…
Year in review: Our pick of the major global news events that shaped a turbulent 2025
For many, 2025 might be summed up in a single word: turbulent. Some countries were battered by air…
European banks plan to cut 200,000 jobs as AI takes hold
Europe’s banking sector is about to get a tough lesson about efficiency. According to a new Morgan Stanley…
Bulgaria adopts euro amid celebration and anxiety over inflation | Business and Economy News
Move comes nearly two decades after the Balkan country entered the EU as hope for stability clashes with…
What will joining the eurozone mean for the Bulgarian economy?
Published on 31/12/2025 – 7:00 GMT+1 •Updated 9:33 Starting on 1 January 2026, Bulgaria will replace the lev…