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James Norton is set to host Sky's new British version of Saturday Night Live, according to Deadline, alongside Danny Dyer and Cynthia Erivo. The UK adaptation of the long-running American comedy show is reportedly moving forward with a first line-up of guest hosts drawn from British film, television and music.
- 2US sanctions push Netherlands toward NixOS over Microsoft softwareβUS sanctions force The Netherlands off Microsoft and toward alternative NixOS
The Netherlands is building an alternative software ecosystem based on NixOS after US sanctions on the International Criminal Court effectively ruled out Microsoft products for Dutch government use. Trial programs are already running, with a first release expected at the end of 2027. The move highlights how American sanctions are prompting European governments to reconsider dependence on US software vendors.
- 3US sanctions push Netherlands toward Microsoft-free NixOS ecosystemβUS sanctions force The Netherlands off Microsoft and toward alternative NixOS-based software ecosystem β trial programs running now, first release expected at end of 2027
US sanctions on the International Criminal Court, based in The Hague, have cut the court off from American software, prompting the Netherlands to begin moving away from Microsoft products. Dutch authorities are running trial programs for a NixOS-based alternative software ecosystem, with a first release targeted for the end of 2027. The move is being closely watched as a test case for European digital sovereignty.
- 4Long Lake completes $6.3 billion acquisition of Amex GBTβLong Lake, the Worldβs First AI Holding Company, Completes $6.3 Billion Acquisition of American Express Global Business Travel
Long Lake, which describes itself as the world's first AI holding company, has completed its $6.3 billion acquisition of American Express Global Business Travel. The deal places a major corporate travel management provider under an AI-focused holding company, and the announcement is drawing attention as a notable example of AI-centered firms acquiring established travel businesses.
- 5U.S. ban on Canadian alcohol imports to begin TuesdayβU.S. ban on Canadian alcohol imports set to begin Tuesday
A U.S. ban on Canadian alcohol imports is set to take effect on Tuesday. The restriction, first reported by Spectrum News, will stop Canadian beer, wine and spirits from entering the American market starting next week. The move adds to ongoing trade friction between the two countries and is expected to affect retailers, importers and consumers who regularly buy Canadian-made beverages.
- 6Campaign filings show US political spending on AI toolsβNew campaign disclosures reveal how much American political campaigns spend on AI tools
New campaign finance disclosures in the United States reveal, for the first time in detail, how much American political campaigns are spending on artificial intelligence tools. The filings shed light on how campaigns are adopting AI for tasks like fundraising, messaging and voter outreach, and are prompting discussion about transparency, cost and the ethics of AI use in elections.
- 7Giant pandas set for debut at Zoo AtlantaβExcitement builds as giant pandas prepare to make their debut at Zoo Atlanta
Giant pandas are preparing to make their public debut at Zoo Atlanta, drawing growing excitement ahead of their first appearance. The pandas' arrival continues the long-standing Chinese loan program that has sent the animals to American zoos, and visitors are anticipated to turn out in large numbers once the exhibit opens.