2024-08-06

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Looting at residence of Bangladeshi PM after her resignation

The end to Sheikh Hasina's 15 years in power came after weeks of violent unrest during which nearly 300 people died, according to local media reports.

06/08/2024

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WATCH: Police and protesters face off as more unrest grips UK

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that a “standing army” of specialist police would be set up to deal with rioting.

06/08/2024

Lifestyle

Furry pups make a splash at World Dog Surfing Championships

Dozens of dogs shredded waves in Northern California this weekend at the World Dog Surfing Championship. The event, which began in 2006, awarded prizes based on ride distance and style.

06/08/2024

Denmark

Polish man sentenced to four months in jail for assaulting Danish PM

The unidentified 39-year-old man has been charged with punching Frederiksen’s right shoulder with a clenched fist, causing her to lose her balance but not fall. Frederiksen suffered whiplash at the time.

06/08/2024

World News

Political tensions stoking anti-immigration riots, expert says

An expert in criminology and online extremism believes that the violent demonstrations currently gripping Britain are the product of people feeling threatened by a maelstrom of issues projected onto the "other".

06/08/2024

Hungary

Hungary's recycling system clogs up as it struggles to meet EU target

The central European country has yet to reach the EU target of nearly 6.5 million recycled bottles per day by 2025.

06/08/2024

Economy

Eurozone sees drop in building work as demand remains weak

France saw its most dramatic fall in construction activity since January, while German firms continue to struggle.

06/08/2024

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06/08/2024

United Kingdom

Petrol bombs thrown at police in second night of rioting in Belfast

Northern Ireland police warned people to stay away from certain parts of the city as they attempted to restore order.

06/08/2024

Culture news

Anne Frank statue in Amsterdam defaced with 'Free Gaza' tag

The incident takes place 80 years to the day after the Nazis arrested the Jewish teenager.

06/08/2024

Art

Banksy unveils new animal artworks in London – but what do they mean?

Elusive street artist Banksy has unveiled two new artworks on the sides of buildings in London: a mountain goat, perched precariously on a ledge; and two elephants, reaching out to each other from blocked-out windows.

06/08/2024

Culture news

Is David Lynch retiring from directing due to health concerns?

Sad news as the mastermind behind Twin Peaks and 'Mulholland Drive' reveals that he cannot direct on set anymore since being diagnosed with emphysema. However, the director has clarified some of his comments, stating he will "never retire."

06/08/2024

Business

Profits decline at Saudi oil giant Aramco as refining margins weaken

Saudi oil giant Aramco reported half-year profits on Tuesday of $56.3 billion (around €51.2bn), down from the year before due to weakening volumes sold amid worries about the global economy.

06/08/2024

Tech News

Elon Musk sues OpenAI for putting profits ahead of public good

Elon Musk has sued OpenAI, renewing claims that the ChatGPT-maker put profits before 'the benefit of humanity'.

06/08/2024

Europe News

Germany's nascent Olympic bid navigates Nazi anniversary

Germany’s Olympic hopes received a major boost last month when the government threw its support behind hosting the event — but the memory of the 1936 games looms large.

06/08/2024

Travel News

Tourists warned of dangers of UK travel amidst rioting and violence

The unrest has hit tourist destinations like Manchester and Liverpool but London is so far unaffected.

06/08/2024

Tech News

Here’s how technology has been used to get ahead in the Olympics

The so-called “Dronegate” scandal plaguing the Canadian women’s football team is the latest use of technology being used to gain an advantage at the Olympic Games.

06/08/2024

Germany

German 'Grannies against the right' protest ahead of elections

The far-right Alternative for Germany could become the strongest party in state parliament if it wins the 1 September elections in Thuringia and Saxony.

06/08/2024

Business

Investors look to weight loss drugs to boost Novo Nordisk growth

Novo Nordisk is releasing its second-quarter earnings on Wednesday, with analysts expecting more than 20% growth driven by Ozempic and Wegovy sales. However, the company faces challenges from more competition.

06/08/2024

Poland

Poland signs deal for Apache helicopters to boost national security

Poland's defence ministry will purchase the helicopters from Boeing and General Electric.

06/08/2024

Markets

European markets and Wall Street mixed after Monday's sell-off

European markets opened higher on Tuesday morning but went back in the red by the afternoon as Wall Street started Tuesday's trading session in the green.

06/08/2024

Culture news

Pope Francis: Literature is essential to counter 'violent fake news'

In a letter recently translated in eight languages, Pope Francis argues that literature should not be written off as "a minor art" due to its capacity to stimulate empathy and counter “the obsession with screens and with toxic, superficial and violent fake news.”

06/08/2024

Bangladesh

Protesters want Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead Bangladesh

The country's military chief General Waker-uz-Zamam said he was temporarily taking control of the country amid the unrest, but many won't accept him.

06/08/2024

Business

What about sanctions? French imports of Russia's LNG surge

French imports of Russia's liquified natural gas (LNG) surge - and Ukraine supporters seek a stop to it.

06/08/2024

Culture news

Paris Olympics: The video games to play to take home virtual gold

Mario and Sonic have missed out on this year's Olympics, and there is no official console game either. But there are still options to try out the different disciplines from the sofa (or standing up).

06/08/2024

World News

Ukrainians undergo military training in Kharkiv as war persists

Ukrainian residents are actively preparing for the ongoing conflict with Russia, with over 250 having completed military training and around 400 more currently enrolled in a course at the Kharkiv regional institution of national resistance.

06/08/2024

Green News

Girls are more anxious than boys about climate change

The study also found inadequate engagement with climate-focused careers in English schools.

06/08/2024

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06/08/2024