Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has proposed eliminating National Insurance contributions to incentivise employment, suggesting a shift to corporate profit taxes. This move, he argues, would help offset the profound impact of artificial intelligence on the job market, particularly in service sectors.
Péter Magyar's Tisza party secured a commanding victory in Hungary's recent elections, marking the end of Viktor Orbán's 16-year premiership. With a super-majority, Magyar is moving quickly to form a new government and implement reforms, including potential term limits for prime ministers and measures to tackle alleged corruption.
Ethiopia's most prominent musician, Teddy Afro, has released a new song, "Das Tal," which has garnered over seven million views, appearing to openly criticise the current government. The track laments a "lost" country and a fading national spirit, reflecting a growing disillusionment with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's promises of unity amidst ongoing ethnic violence and the aftermath of a devastating civil war.
