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For the first time a group of researchers has succeeded in producing a photo of a black hole. The image was obtained using data from the global network of radio telescopes Event Horizon. Black holes are extremely massive and exert colossal gravitational force. What does the photo mean for science and humanity?

The EU heads of state and government are expected to grant a further delay for Brexit today. According to a draft decision Britain would then have to take part in the EU elections and act in a "constructive" and "responsible" manner until it leaves the Union for good. Not all commentators believe it's a good idea for the UK to participate.

The militia forces led by General Khalifa Haftar, which control large swathes of Libya, are now advancing on the capital Tripoli, where the internationally recognised government of Prime Minister Fayez al-Sarraj is based. A UN Security Council resolution calling for a halt to the attacks was blocked by Russia. What repercussions could the developments in Libya have?

The EU has presented ethical guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence. Businesses, research institutes and authorities will now test the guidelines in a pilot phase, after which legislation will be drawn up. Commentators discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on the labour market and our daily lives.