OpenAI and Anthropic, the startups behind ChatGPT and Claude, are gearing up for a major showdown.
US-Iran talks face ‘serious obstacles in the way of diplomacy’
US-Iran talks face ‘serious obstacles in the way of diplomacy’
Irish artist Ailbhe Ní Bhriain on her twin exhibitions in Paris
A renowned Irish artist who currently has two exhibitions showing in Paris has spoken to FRANCE 24 about her work. Ailbhe Ní Bhriain is known for her big, bold dramatic works of art as she uses all sorts of materials including silk, wool, cotton and l…
Elon Musk alone can’t explain Tesla’s owner exodus
Growth in global sales of electric vehicles is expected to slow again in 2026.
Dublin bus crash LIVE: Several seriously injured after major city centre collision
Several people have been rushed to hospital, with one pedestrian believed to have been trapped under the bus.
Ukraine Peace Talks End With Little Progress
Russian, Ukrainian and American officials ended a second day of peace talks in Abu Dhabi after only a few hours, with little to show for the discussions other than a promise to exchange prisoners of war.
MPs warn of ‘catastrophic’ consequences if UK does not pause aid cuts
Report from parliament’s International Development Select Committee says the planned cuts are too deep and being pushed through too quickly in a report contributed to by The Independent
It’s time for the world to boycott the US
A global boycott may be the only nonviolent way to curb US aggression and repression.
Your ExpressVPN is getting three huge upgrades – including a private AI assistant
ExpressVPN is expanding beyond basic VPN protection to better compete with NordVPN. Here’s what’s new.
Donors gave $131m ahead of Australia’s 2025 election. Here’s who they are
Mining, resources and big fossil fuels donated more than $10m, or $62m if Clive Palmer’s Mineralogy donation to his Trumpet of Patriots party is includedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTechnology, fossil fuels and financial s…