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EU set to roll out world's first AI regulation after 35-hour talks

Member states and the European Parliament have reached a preliminary deal on the AI Act, the world's first attempt to regulate the fast-evolving technology in a comprehensive, ethics-based manner.

08/12/2023

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France

Six French teens convicted for their roles in the killing of a teacher

Six French teenagers were handed brief or suspended prison terms for their role in the killing of teacher Samuel Paty in 2020. They testified that they didn’t know the teacher would be killed.

08/12/2023

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Europe News

State of the Union: Antisemitism rises, COP28 & EU-China summit

The war between Israel and Hamas continues to poison the atmosphere in our societies, with the number of hate crimes rising to alarming levels.

08/12/2023

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world news

'I thought it was the end': Russia steps up attacks across Ukraine

Moscow launched deadly strikes at Kyiv, Kherson and Kharkiv, while Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said the prospect of peace talks on Ukraine's terms was "totally unrealistic."

08/12/2023

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Travel News

UK is relaxing entry rules for French students on school trips

Plans have been announced to ease travel restrictions for French pupils coming to the UK on school trips.

08/12/2023

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Living

This tiny island was powered by wind and water for 28 days

The smallest of the Canary Islands has achieved a record of only using wind and water power for 28 consecutive days.

08/12/2023

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the global conversation

Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan's leaders talk economics, regional tensions

Is peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan achievable? How does Kazakhstan view relations with Russia? The presidents of Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan discuss economic and geopolitical strategies in an exclusive interview with Euronews.

08/12/2023

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Latest news bulletin | December 8th – Evening

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

08/12/2023

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euronews WITNESS

Will North Macedonia be able to quit coal?

North Macedonia is bathed in sunlight, so, phasing out coal should be easy. But because of the energy crisis, the exact opposite is currently happening: ancient coal-fired power plants are blowing huge amounts of toxic emissions into the air and new lignite mines are even being opened up.

08/12/2023

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3 major trends that will impact the tech workforce in 2024

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If the explosion of artificial intelligence (AI) in 2023 shows anything, it's hard to predict what a year has in store but these trends will certainly have an impact.

08/12/2023

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Culture news

Macron invites Pope Francis to grand reopening of Notre Dame in 2024

During his visit, Macron revealed plans for a contest inviting artists to design six new stained-glass windows for the cathedral and also paid homage to Gen. Jean-Louis Georgelin, who previously oversaw the reconstruction and died in August.

08/12/2023

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Israel

Euroviews. The Red Cross is failing Jews again

We, whose people were decimated in the Holocaust, and who watched as our people were butchered and dragged off to hell, look to the ICRC to do the right thing. In our eyes, this might be your last chance, Robert Singer writes.

08/12/2023

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Travel News

Overtourism: Why has Madrid issued a ‘black level alert’?

A year’s increase of tourism in Spain ends with Madrid activating a black level measure for the influx of visitors to the city over the festive season.

08/12/2023

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Portugal

Exclusive poll shows Portuguese voters in favour of early elections

Portuguese voters will head to the polls on 10 March to vote in early elections triggered by a government corruption scandal.

08/12/2023

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United Kingdom

Coastal erosion tears away homes in eastern England

Coastal communities across the UK and Europe face an uncertain future, as climate change speeds up erosion. In England, the region of East Anglia is already suffering the consequences.

08/12/2023

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Culture news

Pompeii archaeologists unearth disturbing bakery-prison for slaves

The finding aligns with the harrowing accounts of second-century AD writer Apuleius, whose Metamorphoses IX 11-13 describes the backbreaking labour endured by men, women, and animals in ancient mills and bakeries.

08/12/2023

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Markets

Alphabet shares on a high as Gemini AI model makes its debut

Google’s parent company Alphabet’s shares rose sharply on Thursday, after it unveiled its new Gemini AI model.

08/12/2023

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Green News

Belgian PM downplays talk of environment policy pause

Prime Minister Alexander De Croo committed to the EU's broader environmental agenda as Belgium prepares to chair the EU Council, despite his renewed call to focus efforts on climate change

08/12/2023

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Markets

Weekly markets wrap: Luxury stocks lead gains as energy slumps

Euronews Business looks at which European stocks made impressive moves this week and which were lagging behind.

08/12/2023

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Economy

How EU countries could cut off the remaining Russian gas imports

A new proposal would make it easier for EU member states to phase out Russian gas completely.

08/12/2023

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Economy

German inflation fall boosts hope of European Central Bank rate cut

Inflation in Germany eased more than expected in November, according to official data released on Friday.

08/12/2023

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WATCH: Israeli soldiers celebrate Hanukkah from their military base

This year’s holiday comes as many Jewish people feel traumatised by Hamas’ deadly 7 October attack on Israel that killed 1,200 people.

08/12/2023

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Art

'Moment of conviviality': Lyon shines in festival with roots from 1852

Lyon's annual Fête des Lumières festival includes illuminating works from artists placed throughout pedestrianised areas of the city.

08/12/2023

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Albania

Why is Albania's opposition party protesting in parliament?

Flares ignite dissent as the opposition battles against allegations of corruption, risking the nation's political future in a high-stakes clash with the ruling Socialists.

08/12/2023

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Tech News

Euroviews. Can quantum computers really accelerate the path to net zero?

On its own, quantum computing cannot achieve net zero or "solve" climate change. But, if we work together, we can use this technology to enable breakthrough green innovations, Ashley Montanaro writes.

08/12/2023

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Russia

Putin says he had 'no other choice' than to run for president

An announcement on whether he would run in upcoming elections had long been expected from Russia's leader.

08/12/2023

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wellbeing

This year's EU happiness index is out. Where does your country place?

The top spot has been held by Austria while German citizens are far less happy than before, according to new EU data.

08/12/2023

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Tech News

Grok, Elon Musk’s 'rebellious' AI chatbot, is being rolled out on X

One of the features of Grok is to "roast" yourself based on your recent posts on X. Here’s what else we know about it.

08/12/2023

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Space

Rare solar system discovered with planets' orbits perfectly in sync

The remarkable discovery hints that the solar system has remained undisturbed since it was formed more than four billion years ago.

08/12/2023

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Decade of action: Panasonic Energy to quadruple production levels and halve its carbon footprint

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Panasonic Energy, a global leader in battery vehicle technology, is on track to quadruple current production levels of its high-capacity lithium-ion batteries by 2031 as the demand for battery electric vehicles (EVs) soars in markets around the world.

08/12/2023

Brussels, my Love? Can Kamala Harris' energy boost last?

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How the World Bank is helping Bosnia and Herzegovina's economy

Technicians repair fire damage after arson incidents on French railway

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2023-12-08

This tiny island was powered by wind and water for 28 days

Latest news bulletin | December 8th – Evening

Euroviews. The Red Cross is failing Jews again

Overtourism: Why has Madrid issued a ‘black level alert’?

Euroviews. Can quantum computers really accelerate the path to net zero?

Putin says he had 'no other choice' than to run for president

Grok, Elon Musk’s 'rebellious' AI chatbot, is being rolled out on X

Decade of action: Panasonic Energy to quadruple production levels and halve its carbon footprint