UK could offer celebs protection from AI clones – POLITICO

President-elect Donald Trump hosted Apple CEO Tim Cook for a dinner at his Mar-a-Lago resort, as Cook joins other tech leaders seeking better relations with Trump. Trump previously discussed Apple's tax battles with the EU with Cook, including a recent loss of an appeal for $14.34 billion in back taxes to Ireland. The EU decision stemmed from unlawful aid Ireland granted Apple, a dispute that has now concluded. Full Article

King Charles has been briefed by British security services regarding his brother Prince Andrew's relationship with an alleged Chinese spy, known as H6, who was a close confidante of Andrew and barred from entering the UK on national security grounds. Andrew's office stated that no sensitive information was discussed and that he followed government advice to cease contact with the individual. This comes after Andrew's association with Jeffrey Epstein led to his removal from royal...

The UK government has announced its most ambitious clean power plan yet, aiming to generate 95% of its electricity from renewables by 2030 to stabilize energy prices. Energy secretary Ed Miliband described it as a significant reform to the energy system, emphasizing the importance of harnessing natural resources for national security and economic growth. This initiative follows the UK's commitment to reduce emissions by at least 81% by 2035 compared to 1990 levels, with a...

Dajour Jones, a dangerous labourer, was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of 20-year-old Jamie Gilbey, whom he viciously attacked before dismembering his body and dumping the remains in a park in south London. Despite Jones refusing to attend his sentencing at the Old Bailey, Judge Nigel Lickley KC described him as a violent and dangerous individual, emphasizing that he had taken away the young man's promising future. Jamie Gilbey's mother, Charlene Baxter,...

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The EU institutions were surprised and unprepared for the ruling party's rigged parliamentary elections in Georgia, leading to a lack of timely political action and large-scale civil protests. Despite the illegitimacy of the election outcome and condemnation from the European Parliament, the EU's inaction and contradictory statements have allowed the ruling party to continue its authoritarian rule, risking Georgia's democracy and European path. The EU's indifference and lack of substantial support may result in a...