2023-02-13

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Watch: Northern Syria waits for much needed aid following earthquake

With aid convoys arriving in Turkey, mainly with clothes, the UN has denounced the failure to dispatch the much-needed aid to the war-torn regions of Syria and warn that hope of finding more survivors diminishes with each passing day.

13/02/2023

Culture news

Adidas' unsold Yeezys could cost it €500 million

Adidas is sitting on over a billion euros' worth of Yeezy merch it can't sell. How is the company planning to pivot?

13/02/2023

Ukraine

Russia's ability to launch a large-scale offensive is downplayed

The Institute for the Study of War says Ukrainian military authorities and Russian pro-war nationalists are downplaying Russia's ability to launch a sweeping operation in the Donetsk region. Experts say the Kremlin has failed to prepare conscripts to conduct efficient warfare.

13/02/2023

Israel

Thousands of Israelis strike in protest against a judicial reform

Tens of thousands gathered in front of the Israeli Parliament protesting against the government's controversial planned judicial reform, chanting "No to judicial reform, save Israeli democracy".

13/02/2023

China

Philippines accuses China of firing a laser at one of its ships

The Philippines has accused a Chinese coastguard ship of hitting one of its ships with a military-grade laser and moving dangerously close to it.

13/02/2023

Green News

London eyes up 'lights out' rule for skyscrapers at night

The initiative will “cut light pollution and save energy”, promised the City of London Corporation, the financial district governing body.

13/02/2023

Italy

Giant paper-mache statues hit the streets for Viareggio carnival

Giant paper-mâché carnival floats are back on the streets of Viareggio in Italy, awing crowds of onlookers.

13/02/2023

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Latest news bulletin | February 13th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

13/02/2023

Europe News

West must 'ramp up' ammunition production for Ukraine - NATO chief

The NATO Secretary-General said that the waiting time for large calibre projectiles has gone from 12 to 28 months.

13/02/2023

Health news

How long can people survive in earthquake rubble?

Rescuers in Turkey are still pulling out people alive from collapsed buildings, a week after the country's worst earthquake in modern history.

13/02/2023

Scenes

Meet the football team floating to success in Thailand

In partnership with Media City

There is not enough space on the Island, so we had to build a football pitch in the middle of the sea.

13/02/2023

Living

Record number of dead whales wash up on Cyprus shores

Seismic vibrations from the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria may be to blame.

13/02/2023

Europe News

Nuclear energy included in EU’s new rules on green hydrogen

The implementation of the regulation has been delayed for more than a year now due to a dispute over what is defined as ‘renewable’ hydrogen.

13/02/2023

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Watch: Lunar New Year celebrations in New York

No Comment brings you vivid pictures of the Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations in the Big Apple.

13/02/2023

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Thousands without power as tropical storm Gabrielle hits New Zealand

Tropical storm Gabrielle has hit the north of New Zealand, leaving thousands of homes without power and grounding over 500 flights.

13/02/2023

Culture news

Everything you may have missed from the Brit Awards 2023

Harry Styles wins big: Everything you may have missed from the Brit Awards

13/02/2023

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Emergency services continue to search for survivors

Since two earthquakes hit Syria and Turkey, search and rescue have been racing against time and freezing temperatures, to save the victims. So far the death toll has surpassed 33,000

13/02/2023

Europe News

EU states must join Brussels' case over Hungary's anti-LBGT law - NGOs

The European Commission says the Hungarian law violates internal market rules, the fundamental rights of individuals, and EU values.

13/02/2023

Smart Regions

LOFAR super-telescope reveals the far reaches of the universe

In partnership with the European Commission

The largest pan-European radio-frequency telescope offers a unique eye for exploring the far reaches of the universe.

13/02/2023

Italy

Ukraine slams Berlusconi after anti-Zelenskyy comments

The former Italian leader on Sunday blamed the war in Ukraine on Zelenskyy's "attacks to the autonomous republics of Donbass".

13/02/2023

Culture news

Five takeaways from watching the ‘Titanic’ 25th anniversary re-release

Five key takeaways from watching the 4K 3D remastered re-release of Titanic, out now in cinemas

13/02/2023

Culture news

Swedish kids take the plunge in icy lake survival lessons

Safety takes on a new dimension for many young Swedes as sub-zero temperatures and the surrounding conditions are a daily danger in winter. Frozen lakes are common playgrounds which means first-aid training and rescue to prepare for the worst is obligatory from a young age.

13/02/2023

Health news

This Swedish nursing home helps residents spice up their sex lives

“It's not just about sex. It's about closeness”: This retirement home encourages residents to nurture their sex life with the help of a “pleasure basket”.

13/02/2023

World News

Hopes of finding quake survivors are fading fast in Turkey and Syria

In Turkey, cranes and bulldozers are being moved where search teams believe there is no one left to save. In Syria, a desperate lack of resources is having a detrimental effect on rescue efforts.

13/02/2023

Culture news

10 of the biggest adverts you may have missed at the Super Bowl 2023

From a 'Breaking Bad' reunion to Ben Affleck's Batman making a comeback, here are 10 of the most memorable ads from this year's Super Bowl extravaganza.

13/02/2023

Green News

Europe’s spend on energy crisis nears 800 billion euros

The spending earmarked by the countries on the energy crisis is now in the same league as the EU's 750-billion-euro COVID-19 recovery fund.

13/02/2023

Green News

Could South Africa’s energy ‘disaster’ speed up its solar rollout?

President Ramaphosa says the emergency measure will lead to "a massive increase in power to the grid over the next 12 to 18 months."

13/02/2023

Europe News

EU countries split on upcoming electricity market reform

Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands called on Monday for "targeted adjustments". Spain, however, is backing a "fundamental reform".

13/02/2023

Experiences

Palentines day: How solo travel can lead you to lifelong friends

'You’re not the only pebble on the beach’: These travel buddies forged lifelong connections on the road.

13/02/2023

World News

Euroviews. As time runs out, those saving lives in Turkey and Syria need us

After last week's devastating earthquakes, it is more important than ever to support those who are there to stay long after the world loses interest, Save the Children's Global Humanitarian Director Gabriella Waaijman writes.

13/02/2023