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How electric vehicle batteries could save the UK auto industry

The UK may have lost Eurovision this year, but it recently beat European rivals for an arguably more valuable prize. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is expected to build a multi-billion-pound electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in the UK rather than Spain – welcome news for British car makers. After decades…

The Conversation · May 26, 2023

Jailed Dutch-Chinese scientist 'forgotten' by his country and company

Dr Zhang Mingqiang is in cell number 204 of Shanghai’s notorious Qingpu prison – sentenced to six years for spying. He worked for US pharmaceutical giant Amgen in charge of research and development at their Asian operations. Caught in the crossfire between Beijing, the US and the EU, Zhang and…

Radio France Internationale · May 26, 2023

OPINION - Admit it: you’re addicted to fast fashion — but it doesn’t have to be this way

The weather is finally warming up, and fashion retailers will be delighted — emboldened by the sunshine, we head to the shops, hankering for glossy, frothy or floral new outfits in our wardrobes to celebrate the arrival of summer. It induces a frenzy, as we indulge in as many dopamine…

Evening Standard · May 26, 2023

The official ChatGPT app is out on iOS, but EU users might not get to experience it for long

ChatGPT could be leaving the EU as new laws and regulations are drafted.

iMore · May 26, 2023

Vietnam's human rights record is being scrutinized ahead of $15 billion climate deal

Environmental and human rights groups say Vietnam's crackdown on civil society will undermine an international climate program that's also aimed at boosting the country's economic development.

WEKU · May 26, 2023

Cross-party MPs criticise delivery of UK Government's levelling up strategy

A select committee report also highlights evidence that Wales is facing a significant shortfall from funds replacing EU ones

Birmingham Post · May 26, 2023

Deadly Russian strike on hospital, Kremlin talks with China and Brazil

A hospital in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro was hit Friday morning in a Russian missile attack, regional governor Serhiy Lysak said. This comes as Russia held separate talks with China and Brazil on the war in Ukraine. Follow our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. All…

France 24 · May 26, 2023

Holidaymakers warned of outbreak of deadly disease in 17 European countries

Turkey is among the countries worst affected

Wales Online · May 26, 2023

Passport and hand luggage changes all UK travellers should know about

People planning to travel abroad should check they're aware of the new rules

Liverpool Echo · May 26, 2023

EU extends Ukraine tariff suspension, Zelenskiy pledges to make it permanent

The European Union agreed on Thursday to suspend restrictions on imports from Ukraine for a further year after warding off an import ban imposed by some EU nations amid farmer protests over low prices.

Reuters · May 25, 2023