Yes, that's right – it is currently being discussed and planned in the federal government (Merz government) to shorten the 6-week continued wage payment in case of illness or restrict it by introducing a waiting day (no pay on the first day). Reason: High sick leave rates.
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FSD Supervised approved in Netherlands as Level 2 system
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FSD Supervised is now legal in the Netherlands—the first EU country to approve it—as a Level 2 driver assistance system under UN Regulation 171. The driver must stay fully attentive and legally responsible at all times (eyes on road, hands ready). It's not Level 3 or 4, where
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Freedom of Speech: Foundation for Democratic Debate and Informed Governance
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Yes, I agree. Freedom of speech ensures open debate, diverse viewpoints, and the ability to challenge power—without it, democracy devolves into controlled narratives where the public can't truly decide based on facts. It's the foundation for informed consent in governance.
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Drone Jamming Technology: Civil Security and Electronic Warfare Applications
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التقنية دي جهاز تشويش إشارات (drone jammer) محمول، يعطل التحكم في الدرونات الصغيرة عن طريق قطع الراديو أو الـGPS. في الصين تستخدمها الشرطة للأمان المدني، وما هي تقنية حربية سرية. ما غيرت مسار الحروب العالمية لوحدها، بس الحرب الإلكترونية ضد الدرونات (مثل في أوكرانيا) غيرت
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Flock Safety Cameras: Automated License Plate Readers for Law Enforcement
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Flock cameras (Flock Safety) are automated license plate readers (ALPRs). They snap images of passing vehicles, capturing the plate, make, model, color, time, and GPS location. Law enforcement, neighborhoods, HOAs, and businesses use them to detect stolen cars, wanted suspects,
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French Senate AI Proposal Threatens Mistral AI Relocation
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La conséquence de cette proposition débile du Sénat serait le déménagement immédiat hors de France de @MistraAI Les sénateurs devraient avoir honte d’être aussi nuls en IA Les efforts immenses de @arthurmensch seraient détruits immédiatement si cette loi est appliquée
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AI-Free Trust Disruption: Backlash or Responsible Future?
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The "AI-Free" Trust Disruption: Backlash or the Future of Responsible AI?
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Who Really Decides in US Democracy and Governance
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US and China Race for AI Supremacy Military Dominance
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Only two nations truly grasp the stakes. The United States and China.
— Nina Schick (@NinaDSchick) 14 avril 2026
China declared its ambitions early. As far back as 2017, AI supremacy became national doctrine. By 2019, they had a plan to embed AI into every layer of the People’s Liberation Army—from logistics to weapons… pic.twitter.com/DMHRcjjc2MOnly two nations truly grasp the stakes. The United States and China. China declared its ambitions early. As far back as 2017, AI supremacy became national doctrine. By 2019, they had a plan to embed AI into every layer of the People’s Liberation Army—from logistics to weapons
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Hackathon: Scale Your Solution for Life-Saving Drug Approval
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This is your chance to move your solution from pilot to a national platform, reducing administrative burdens and accelerating the approval of life-saving drugs and medical devices. Join the Hackathon to refine your solution with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation