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Art is a wonderful part of being human. Our ability to express ourselves through art is invaluable for our society.

But how does art help build bridges internationally? And what is the value of the industry to UK-EU relations?
What is the value of art to UK-EU relations?
If you were asked about the value of art, you might be first drawn to the extraordinary sums of money dished out at auction houses around the world for a Picasso or a Monet. But alongside being a key…
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December 26, 2024 at 1:00 PM
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It’s time for THE charger.

Today, the USB-C becomes officially the common standard for charging new mobile electronic devices in the EU.

It means better-charging technology, reduced e-waste, and less fuss to find the chargers you need!

#DigitalEU
December 28, 2024 at 7:09 AM
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OpenAI doesn't report a single number for its climate impacts - not anywhere, in any way, shape or form.

It sounds kind of obvious but the fact that a company with such incredible electricity hunger isn't disclosing basic information about its energy consumption and associated emissions is v bad..
December 28, 2024 at 7:58 AM
Absolutely insane that monopolies can just skirt the law and not be held accountable for their actions.
England's water companies fined just £2 since 2021 for breaching regulations.

OFWAT says it agreed compensation and investment in lieu of fines.

So no penalties for dumping sewage, causing health hazards, destroying marine life & biodiversity; to boost profits, exec pay, dividends
archive.ph/iIugA
Water companies fined just £2 for rule breaking despite record sewage
Ofwat has been accused of not acting quickly enough to issue fines against water companies for sewage dumping
inews.co.uk
December 28, 2024 at 1:02 PM