ChatGPT, Deepseek & Co: How much energy do AI-powered chatbots consume?
Data centres are significant drivers of electricity demand. Almost one-third of electricity demand in Ireland could come from data centres by 2026. Read More
EU steps up financial support for Syrians but says hope is ‘hanging by a thread’
The bloc is pledging almost €2.5 billion in further support but says investments hinge on a ‘credible’ and ‘inclusive’ transition. Read More
‘Russia can’t really be trusted,’ Kaja Kallas warns ahead of new Trump-Putin call
Vladimir Putin is “presenting demands that are ultimate goals,” Kaja Kallas said on Monday in reaction to the Russian leader’s pre-conditions to accept the American proposal for a 30-day ceasefire…
In Finland, more than half of consumers are shopping less for climate reasons
Most Finnish people said they had already experienced the impact of climate change in their daily lives with 62 per cent feeling that recent winters have been milder. Read More
Brussels event set to kick off debate on forthcoming Circular Economy Act
For at least a decade now, the European Commission has been working to transform Europe’s production and consumption model from a linear ‘take, make, use dispose’ model to a more…
“Poland will not implement migration pact” – says minister Tomasz Siemoniak
“Poland should be prepared for all scenarios, even the most black such as an attack by Russia, but of course this does not mean that they will come true,” said…
Set-jetting in Sicily: Where to find the lavish filming locations of Netflix’s The Leopard
From an iconic Baroque square in Palermo to a lavish palazzo in Catania, here are the real-life backdrops of The Leopard. Read More
ITB Berlin 2025: Global travel trends, sustainable tourism, and emerging destinations
In this episode of Focus, we attended ITB Berlin 2025 and met tourism leaders who highlighted sustainability, technology, and new travel experiences shaping the future of global tourism. Read More
Online platforms fail to assess risks in annual reports, study says
Reports required under the Digital Services Act must be sent to the European Commission every year. Read More
To cut or not to cut? US Fed faces stubborn inflation and weak growth
Faced with persistent inflation and a slowing economy, the Federal Reserve finds itself in a tight spot ahead of its interest rate decision this week. Read More