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AI on the ballot? Voters in US midterms revolt against data centres

Two weeks out from the US midterm elections, there's bipartisan pushback against data centres that suck the water and power out of communities. Just two years ago, ChatGPT was still a brand-new thing, and AI was admired with awe by most voters. Like in 2024, the hot-button issue in swing…

France 24 · Oct 20

Americans, this is your chance to slap down the tech broligarchs

The midterms will be a referendum on the GOP’s alignment with tech overlords over the public they’re meant to serve

The Guardian - US · Oct 20

Philanthropy’s biggest failure is its fear of failure

Philanthropy holds unique advantages, yet many funders fall into common pitfalls that hinder their potential. Founders can take risks and provide unrestricted capital, which is crucial for innovative solutions. However, they should avoid micromanaging and demanding excessive evidence before funding initiatives. It is also essential to fund operational costs effectively…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

The Guardian view on Alberta’s referendum: Canada holds together – against Donald Trump

Editorial: Voters’ emphatic rejection of separation strengthens Mark Carney’s energy strategy in the face of a US trade war and threats

The Guardian - UK · Oct 20

Trump’s obsession with Ilhan Omar has reached a dangerous new level

The administration seems intent on stripping the congresswoman of her US citizenship and deporting her. It’s a terrible abuse of power, writes Arwa Mahdawi

The Guardian - UK · Oct 20

We can stop Trump’s assault on the international criminal court

Here’s what we need to do to stand up for international law

The Guardian - US · Oct 20

That piping hot new TV show I just watched? I can’t recall a thing about it

I’m never fully concentrating, always simultaneously thinking a huge thought about the future or scrolling through Vinted, writes Zoe Williams

The Guardian - UK · Oct 20

After the violence and chaos in France, there’s only one beneficiary: Marine Le Pen

The far-right leader’s promise to restore order will appeal to many ahead of next year’s presidential elections – the stakes are suddenly much higher, says the European Policy Centre’s Paul Taylor

The Guardian - UK · Oct 20

Women entrepreneurs can power Asia’s digital trade boom

Women entrepreneurs across Asia are increasingly turning to digital trade, enabling them to reach markets far beyond their local confines. This transition allows them to bypass traditional mobility challenges and limited funding opportunities. A variety of initiatives are in place to bolster women-led enterprises through training and improved financial access.

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Out of control? France stunned by October 17 rioting

France didn't just erupt on Saturday – it exploded. Police were doubly overwhelmed by the turnout of the October 17 cost-of-living demonstrations, which saw two and-a-half times the crowds they expected. Officers were also overwhelmed by determined flashmobs: some radical militants hellbent on a fight, others who came for the…

France 24 · Oct 20