Boris Johnson: Russian win would bring ‘age of intimidation’
British PM Boris Johnson argues Russia's invasion of Ukraine is a critical turning point, suggesting Putin fears a potential pro-democracy revolution. He emphasizes the importance of preventing Russian success to protect global democratic principles and prevent an "age of intimidation."
High energy costs trigger unrest in parts of Europe.
High energy prices triggered by Russia's war in Ukraine are causing widespread protests across Europe. Spain deployed over 23,000 police to manage trucker strikes, while farmers in France and Greece block highways. The conflict has dramatically increased oil and natural gas costs, straining transportation and agricultural sectors.
UK regulator revokes license of Russia-backed broadcaster RT.
Britain's communications regulator Ofcom has revoked the broadcast license for RT, citing 29 ongoing investigations into the channel's impartiality. The decision follows previous fines and concerns about the broadcaster's state-funded Russian origins and coverage of the Ukraine invasion.
UK regulator revokes license of Russia-backed broadcaster RT.
Britain's communications regulator Ofcom has revoked the license of Russian state-funded broadcaster RT, citing impartiality concerns related to its coverage of the Ukraine invasion. The decision follows 29 ongoing investigations and previous fines for broadcast standards violations, reflecting growing tensions in media representation during the conflict.
Biden’s China ‘pivot’ complicated by Russia’s war in Ukraine.
President Biden aims to refocus US foreign policy on China, but Russia's invasion of Ukraine complicates this strategy. With an upcoming call to Xi Jinping, Biden seeks to navigate the complex geopolitical landscape and manage tensions between the two superpowers.
Biden’s China ‘pivot’ complicated by Russia’s war in Ukraine.
President Biden's strategic pivot to Asia faces significant challenges as Russia's war in Ukraine complicates diplomatic relations. With an upcoming call to Xi Jinping, Biden aims to manage competitive dynamics while addressing global tensions and potential strategic implications of the ongoing conflict.
Amazon closes $8.5B deal to acquire Hollywood studio MGM.
Amazon has completed its $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM Studios, a strategic move to strengthen its streaming services. The deal follows European regulators' approval and comes after certification to the FTC. This marks Amazon's second-largest acquisition after the Whole Foods purchase in 2017, aimed at enhancing content for Prime Video.
Amazon closes $8.5B deal to acquire Hollywood studio MGM.
Amazon has finalized its $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM Studios, marking its second-largest deal after Whole Foods. The purchase aims to strengthen Amazon Prime Video's content library and competitive position in the streaming market, following approval from European regulators.
Intel unveils $88B chipmaking expansion plan for Europe.
U.S. chipmaker Intel reveals ambitious 80 billion euro investment plan across Europe, targeting chip production sites in Germany, Ireland, France, and Italy. CEO Pat Gelsinger highlights the growing global demand for semiconductors and aims to balance industry supply chains through strategic technological expansion.
Russia’s invasion drives NATO rethink of Europe force stance.
The 1997 NATO-Russia Founding Act envisioned mutual trust and cooperation. Today, Russia's invasion of Ukraine has shattered those hopes, prompting a fundamental rethinking of NATO's strategic posture and defensive capabilities in Europe.