The United States economy grew by 2.2 percent last year, a decrease from the 2.8 percent growth recorded in 2024. This expansion was primarily driven by increased consumer spending and business investments.
Alderman Robbert Berkhout announced that Haarlem will not meet its goal of having all city greenery pesticide-free by 2028. The delay is caused by the limited availability of trees, shrubs, and grass that have not been treated with pesticides.
The number of Russian-owned companies in the Netherlands has significantly decreased since 2014. This decline is primarily attributed to the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
A group of doctors and health organizations has filed a complaint with the Dutch Advertising Code Committee against a campaign by Philip Morris International. They allege that the company is using a misleading AI tool to unfairly influence European decision-making regarding tobacco and nicotine products.
Netflix has paused the production of a historical film about Hannibal Barca starring Denzel Washington due to budget concerns. The streaming platform and producers are currently in discussions regarding the project's overall costs.
Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry has proposed replacing up to 14 outdated nuclear reactors over the next few decades. This initiative is intended to ensure the country can meet its growing demand for electricity.