DeepSeek slashes fees for new AI model in Chinese price war

The move threatens to re-ignite a price-based war that erupted after DeepSeek up-ended the industry with the R1 in 2025.

Which country in Europe has the most data centres driving the AI boom?

The US is the clear global leader of data centres, with more than double the EU total. Germany and the UK rank ahead of China. Euronews Next takes a closer look at the number of data centres and the factors driving investment.

Jonah Hill “Wasn’t Happy” But He Got Married, Became a Dad And Is Ready to Be Funny Again

The Oscar nominee was the guest at SiriusXM’s ‘Smartless LIVE’ at Hollywood’s Palladium where he teased his new chapter: "I'm about to go on a run of just the dumbest shit you've ever seen in your entire life.”

Africa: Renewables Rising, Part 2 - Seeking Stability Amid Volatile Fossil Fuel Markets

[UN News] As global energy markets remain volatile and the price of oil high due to instability and conflict in the Middle East, more countries are looking at investing in renewables to shield their economies from the shocks caused by fossil fuel reliance, rein in import bills

Africa: Black British Music Takes Centre Stage As London's V&A East Opens Doors

[RFI] London - More than 125 years of black music in Britain is being celebrated in the inaugural exhibition at the new V&A East museum in Stratford, London. RFI was at the opening to explore how music from Africa, the Caribbean and North America merged to make a distinctly

Africa: Renewables Rising, Part 1 - How Four Countries Are Reshaping Energy Security

[UN News] The ongoing insecurity in the Middle East, where a large proportion of the world's oil and gas is extracted, is forcing many countries to focus on how they can ensure access to cheap and reliable energy supplies primarily through the use of renewable power sources.

China Box Office: ‘Michael’ Claims Top Spot During Another Sluggish Weekend

Universal’s biographical drama “Michael” debuted at the top of the China box office during the April 24–26 weekend, earning RMB32.6 million ($4.8 million), according to data from Artisan Gateway. With $217.3 million, “Michael” is also the No. 1 film in the world, per Comscore.

Malaysia's jailed ex-PM Najib withdraws appeal on house arrest, local media reports

The ex-premier launched a legal bid for home detention after his sentence was halved by a pardons board decision chaired by Malaysia's former king in 2024.

Iranian foreign minister heads to Russia, Trump says 'call us' to negotiate

WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 27 - U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran could telephone if it wants to negotiate an end to their two-month war, as Tehran's foreign minister landed in Russia on Monday to seek support from President Vladimir Putin.

Farmer charged with murder over fatal shooting of 3 at Johor restaurant

Lim Lian is accused of murdering two Malaysian men and a foreign woman.

Key US senator lifts block on Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh

The Republican senator who had effectively blocked confirmation of President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve said on Sunday he was dropping his opposition after the Department of Justice ended its investigation of the current central bank chair.

Mali's junta in crisis as rebels seize towns and military bases after killing defence chief

According to a government statement, Gen. Sadio Camara’s residence was targeted by a suicide car bomber and other jihadist attackers on Saturday.

Gothic Remake is committed to the original's immersive open world: 'You don't have a minimap, we very strictly kept that'

They considered "a card minigame, or maybe some fishing" but decided against stuffing it with filler.

US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget

TAIPEI, April 27 - The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan on Monday pressed the island's opposition-majority parliament to pass a \"comprehensive\" defence budget, saying integrated air and missile defence systems and drones are critically important and in high demand globally.

US presses Taiwan Parliament to pass ‘comprehensive’ defence budget

The top US diplomat in Taiwan said integrated air and missile defence systems are in high demand globally.

China vows countermeasures if EU enacts 'Made in Europe' plan

The Chinese Chamber of Commerce to the EU said this month the plan marked a shift towards protectionism that would affect trade cooperation between the EU and China.

Orang utan uses Indonesia canopy bridge in ‘world first’: NGO

UK-based charity Sumatra Orangutan Society chief executive said it was a “huge milestone for conservation”.

Pedro Pascal Fights Back Tears During ‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ Event in Mexico

"I went to the movie theater so much with my family," the actor recalled after joining Jon Favreau onstage for the Disney film's CCXP Mexico panel.

Malaysian petrol station under probe after S’pore-registered car caught pumping RON95 petrol

Since April 1, drivers of foreign-registered vehicles are banned from buying subsidised RON95 petrol.

Turkey's Erdogan offers support to Trump in call after White House dinner shooting

ANKARA, April 27 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan offered his support for U.S. President Donald Trump in a phone call following a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, the Turkish presidency said late on Sunday. "Erdogan said he saw the

Novel study maps changes in US immigration policy landscape since 9/11

In a comprehensive analysis of state and local sanctuary and anti-sanctuary policies, researchers have mapped the rapidly evolving legal immigration landscape in the US from 2000 to 2021. The dataset sheds light on trends in immigration legislation including "punitive"

Spring bear hunting fully under way in Japan amid earlier-than-usual sightings

Reducing bear numbers during the spring is expected to help prevent the damage they can cause.

Africa: UBA Crosses N33.2trn Asset Mark As Pan-African Footprint Expands

[Leadership] United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has crossed the N33.2 trillion total assets threshold in 2025, underlining the bank's pan-African scale and sustained growth momentum.

Tsunami survivor battles wildfire to protect hometown in Japan’s north-east

"The fire is spreading and our exhaustion is at a limit, but it’s our hometown," said volunteer Ryota Haga.

Tsunami survivor battles wildfire to protect hometown in Japan's northeast

OTSUCHI, Japan, April 27 - Ryota Haga was in high school when the biggest earthquake ever recorded in Japan triggered a deadly tsunami and swept away his family home in the quiet northeastern town of Otsuchi in March 2011.

Indonesia calls for stronger protection for peacekeepers in Lebanon

A fourth Indonesian peacekeeper died on April 24 due to injuries in an Israeli strike on March 29.

Australia adds to weapons build-up with new armoured vehicle deal

Canberra will spend A$1.2 billion (S$1 billion) to buy almost 300 new armoured vehicles and upgrade armoured trucks.

Bangladesh risks new inflation surge by printing money

Bangladesh, South Asia’s second-largest economy and one of the world’s fastest-growing garment exporters, has spent much of the past two years trying to tame inflation after a prolonged cost-of-living squeeze. Now it risks undoing some of that work the old-fashioned way — by

Malaysia’s jailed ex-PM Najib withdraws appeal on house arrest, local media reports

The withdrawal of his appeal for home detention would mark yet another setback for Najib.

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi rules out extra budget, for now

She said the government still had sufficient funds set aside to pay for fuel subsidies.

Only one way to stop accelerating nuclear arms race

This week in New York, diplomats from almost every nation will convene for a four-week review of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), the most comprehensive nuclear arms agreement in the world. The stakes could hardly be higher. Russia, Israel and the

China vows countermeasures if EU enacts ‘Made in Europe’ plan

Beijing had submitted comments to the European Commission, expressing China’s “serious concerns”.

From massages to cinema naps: China’s ‘lunch-break economy’ takes off as workers find healing window

More urban professionals in China are actively spending to use their mid-day breaks for wellness.

Trump's diplomatic effort shifts from Iran's nuclear weapon to opening Hormuz

In Iran, internal disputes have always shaped the country's decision-making and previous negotiations with the U.S. The Strait of Hormuz, barely on the agenda before the war, has now become a flashpoint in talks due to the blockade's enormous damage to the global economy

Former Secret Service agent: Trump administration should consider having less Cabinet members at events

A former Secret Service agent said Sunday that the Trump administration should be “looking at” scaling back the number of Cabinet officials attending the same events after Saturday's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner in Washington. “Do we

Taiwan says China sanctions on European arms makers will not hit weapons sourcing

TAIPEI, April 27 - Taiwan's defence minister downplayed on Monday the impact of Chinese sanctions on seven European companies over arms sales to the island, saying it was not the first time China had taken such action and it would not affect Taipei's ability to source weapons.

North Korea's Kim reaffirms support for Russia's 'sacred' Ukraine war

North Korea has sent missiles, munitions and thousands of troops to assist Russia in Ukraine, and analysts say Moscow is sending financial aid, military technology, food and energy to the diplomatically isolated country in return.

Negeri Sembilan’s Chief Minister loses majority after UMNO assemblymen withdraw support

This comes after he waded into an attempt by the state’s traditional chieftains to oust the ruler.

China's industrial profit growth quickens even as Iran war heightens risks

Data of 100,000 leaked from golf club; North Korean hackers suspected

Leaked data includes names, dates of birth, gender, user IDs, passwords, numbers and addresses.

North Korea strengthens nuclear push as US flails in Middle East

Since US-Israeli strikes on Iran began, Pyongyang has conducted 5 missile launches, including 4 in April.

Missing 5-year-old girl likely abducted from Outback home, police say

Police are searching for a man recently released from prison over her disappearance.

As some hijabs come off in Iran, restrictions still in place

Images of bareheaded women sipping coffee in cafes in Tehran, in apparent defiance of the Islamic republic's strict dress rule, have stirred interest outside Iran -- but for Elnaz, 32, it is no breakthrough. "It is not at all a sign of any change in the government in my

‘The Lost Boys’ Broadway Review: Musical Adaptation of ‘80s Teen Vampire Flick is Rich in Imagination, Filled With Spectacular Effects

“Turning a movie into a musical reeks of desperation,” says a character in the new Broadway musical adaptation of the 1987 film “The Lost Boys.” That insider wink to the audience gets a big laugh — and truer words were never spoken. But this stunner of a show, based on the Joel

Why Eric Dane’s ‘Euphoria’ Return as Cal Jacobs Is So Powerful

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers from “The Ballad of Paladin,” Season 3, Episode 3 of “Euphoria,” now streaming on HBO Max. One of the defining loose threads of “Euphoria” has been settled — in moving and compelling fashion. The action of the first season of

Justice Department urges group to drop Trump ballroom lawsuit after WHCA dinner shooting

The Justice Department (DOJ) on Sunday pressed the preservation group suing the White House over President Trump's ballroom project to drop the lawsuit in the wake of Saturday's shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner. In a letter posted to social

For Return to Castle Wolfenstein's 25th anniversary, modders are bringing its console-exclusive levels to PC at last

I did Nazi that coming.

Iran gave US a proposal for reopening the Strait Of Hormuz and ending the war, Axios reports

April 26 (Reuters) - Iran through Pakistani mediators gave the U.S. a new proposal on reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the ending of the war, with nuclear negotiations postponed for a later stage, Axios reported on Sunday, citing a U.S. official and two sources with