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- Taiwan’s economy grows significantly due to AI, but benefits are unevenly shared
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Taiwan’s economy is experiencing rapid growth, with GDP rising 8.63% in 2025 and 13.69% in early 2026, driven largely by semiconductor exports. However, concerns are growing about wealth inequality, as many outside the tech sector feel overlooked amid the AI boom’s benefits.
Dozens of drones crashed during a Vivid Sydney light show, prompting the cancellation of upcoming drone displays due to safety concerns following a communication glitch.
A group of 19 women and children with alleged ISIL ties has returned to Australia from a Syrian refugee camp, arriving in Sydney and Melbourne. The Australian Federal Police reported no arrests, but investigations are ongoing. The government has stated that anyone involved in criminal activity will face prosecution.
The UK is amongst some countries facing a baseline tariff of 10%
PGMOL has acknowledged that James Tarkowski’s challenge on Alexis Mac Allister warranted a red card, which should have been reviewed by VAR.
Stock markets in London, Paris, and Berlin fell on Thursday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs. The UK has been hit with a baseline 10% while the EU has been hit with 20%.
Hungary has announced its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant shift in its international legal commitments.
Donald Trump has implemented a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, with many trading partners facing significantly higher rates, prompting widespread global concern and backlash.
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