2024-04-24

Tech News

How Europe plans to tackle disinformation ahead of the EU elections

Here’s a look at some of the efforts in Europe to tackle disinformation and what voters should look out for before the June vote.

24/04/2024

Business

Euroviews. Investment fund managers' decision-making is affected by politics

Fund managers' political leanings sway the way they vote, impacting company governance at the expense of its performance, Massimo Massa and Lei Zhang write.

24/04/2024

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Why critical thinking is needed more than ever in the AI era

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Like everything else, critical thinking is a skill that takes time and practice to develop. The more you do it, the better you become.

24/04/2024

Tech News

EU-Japan to cooperate on AI, data flows

The regions will call upon the OECD countries to support safe, secure AI.

24/04/2024

Earth News

EU votes to ratify landmark High Seas Treaty

The vote is an important signal to the rest of the world that the EU is serious about prioritising greater ocean protection.

24/04/2024

Earth News

Commission seeks to clarify ‘essential use’ of dangerous chemicals

The European Commission has drawn up strict criteria on when the use the most dangerous substances is justified, but with an overhaul of the EU's core chemicals regulation still on ice, green NGOs have urged a redoubling of efforts to limit pollution and health risks.

24/04/2024

Focus

Port of Baku: the Eurasian trade hub working to accelerate growth

In partnership with Azpromo

The Port of Baku, strategically located on the Caspian Sea, is expanding to meet global trade demands while prioritising sustainability and investing in local projects.

24/04/2024

Culture news

Here are this year's Ivor Novello nominees

Nominees have been announced for the 2024 Ivor Novello Awards, the awards that celebrate the best songwriting and composing for the previous year in British and Irish popular music.

24/04/2024

Culture news

John Lennon’s long-lost guitar heads to auction

The long-lost guitar, played by John Lennon, could set a new world record as "the highest-selling Beatles guitar."

24/04/2024

Tech News

Six EU countries pressed to appoint platform watchdogs

The European Commission opened infringement procedures today.

24/04/2024

World News

Several military horses run wild in London, injuring four people

Pictures and videos of riderless horses in the centre of the British capital have been shared on social media.

24/04/2024

Europe Decoded

Euroviews. If the EU wants to be a global power, it needs a new 'Big Bang' now

At the end of the day, people on both sides of the border must be reassured of the potential for prosperity for the next generation of Europeans. If the past is any indication of the future, we can safely say that the business case is indisputable, Stefano Mallia writes.

24/04/2024

Art

A room of her own: Louvre to give ‘disappointing’ Mona Lisa new digs

France’s Louvre could move the Mona Lisa to her own basement room. Here’s why.

24/04/2024

Business

Italy delivers €10 million fine to Amazon over 'unfair' practices

Authorities say the firm's pre-ticking site design limits the freedom of choice for consumers.

24/04/2024

Europe News

How will the recently-passed US military aid help Ukraine?

US President Joe Biden is expected to pass a bill on Wednesday giving Ukraine €56 billion in its efforts to stave off Russia's ongoing invasion. Despite the hoopla some Ukrainian lawmakers express hesitation about how the support will actually help the front line.

24/04/2024

Russia

A Russian deputy defence minister appears in court on bribery charges

Timur Ivanov is accused of accepting a massive bribe when he was one of Russia's 12 deputy defence ministers.

24/04/2024

Europe News

Europe's fruit farmers worry as unseasonal frosts threaten harvests

As Europe endures an unusual cold snap, many fruit farmers are concerned for their summer harvests.

24/04/2024

Europe News

Chinese Nuctech raided in foreign subsidies investigation

The EU Commission has used new powers to raid a Chinese surveillance company under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation – in a move that will further complicate ties with Beijing.

24/04/2024

Culture news

Who are the nominees for the 2024 Turner Prize?

Four artists have been nominated for the Turner Prize, Britain’s most prestigious art award, for the first time.

24/04/2024

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

24/04/2024

Turkey

Are the EU's billions for refugees really having an impact in Turkey?

Brussels has sent Turkey billions of euros to provide for migrants and refugees who would otherwise cross into the EU. But it's not clear how the money is being spent.

24/04/2024

Europe Decoded

Euroviews. The EU must work with Europe's cities to end youth homelessness

Our message is clear: we can only achieve lasting change if all levels of government work together in a strategic partnership for action, Lyon Métropole's Vice President Renaud Payre writes.

24/04/2024

Nutrition

Excess pesticide residues fourfold higher in imported food, agency finds

There is a low risk to consumer health from exposure to pesticide residues in food but imports from third countries need to be monitored since they are four times more likely to exceed recommended levels, according to the latest findings of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

24/04/2024

Economy

Why do France and Belgium risk credit rating downgrades in 2024?

The risk of sovereign credit downgrades is increasing for France and Belgium, as both countries contend with escalating fiscal deficits and debts. Scope Ratings emphasised Europe's post-crisis fiscal strain, underscoring the urgency for actions.

24/04/2024

Culture news

UK government rejects findings of Misogyny In Music report

The UK government has rejected the recommendations suggested by the Misogyny In Music report to improve gender equality in the music industry.

24/04/2024

Europe News

Far-right German MEP to remain top EU candidate despite aide's arrest

The leading candidate for the AfD says he will fire a staffer facing espionage charges, but is refusing to step back from his own position.

24/04/2024

USA

Remnants of bird flu virus found in pasteurised milk, US says

Although the virus is lethal to commercial poultry, most infected cattle seem to recover within two weeks, experts said.

24/04/2024

Economy

Mining for gold? Don't be rushed into fakes. Seven tips to spot frauds

More and more people are turning to gold as a safer place to invest, but scams are on the increase. Here are seven tips to spot fake gold.

24/04/2024

Tech News

US president signs law to force sale of TikTok under threat of ban

The US Congress sent an aid package to the US president that included a provision requiring TikTok's parent company to sell the platform or face a ban.

24/04/2024

Europe News

EU launches probe into Chinese procurement of medical devices

The European Commission has launched a probe to examine how China favours its domestic companies in tenders for medical devices and weigh possible tit-for-tat measures.

24/04/2024