2024-08-08

Space

NASA astronauts at ISS could stay in space until 2025

The two astronauts took off in June on the Boeing Starliner spacecraft for its first crewed test flight.

08/08/2024

Europe News

Doctors and nurse arrested after Romanian hospital deaths

17 people died in the intensive care unit at St. Panteleimon Emergency Hospital in Bucharest over the course of four days.

08/08/2024

Culture news

UK riots: 'Veep’ creator calls out Elon Musk’s 'civil war' posts

Celebrated satirist Armando Iannucci has taken Elon Musk to task and highlighted once more to what extent the billionaire tech owner is only interested in fanning the flames of unrest in the UK.

08/08/2024

Tech News

Tech industry wants more time to reply to AI consultation 

The summer recess doesn't help them to collect meaningful contributions, they claim.

08/08/2024

Europe News

No further suspects after two arrested in Taylor Swift concert plot

Authorities confirm no other suspects are being sought after two individuals were arrested for planning to use knives or homemade explosives outside Taylor Swift concerts in Austria.

08/08/2024

Lifestyle

Flags, glitter, Olympic rings: The best nail art from the Paris Games

Athletes from badminton stars to discus throwers have come to the Olympics with bold nail art - and experts suggest it's not just a fashion statement.

08/08/2024

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Latest news bulletin | August 8th – Midday

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08/08/2024

Europe News

French food bank collects 30 tonnes of produce from Olympic village

Food that has gone uneaten by athletes and staff at the Olympic Games has been distributed to those in need in the French capital.

08/08/2024

Art

Yayoi Kusama’s largest permanent public sculpture unveiled in London

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama's first permanent public artwork in the UK and her largest permanent public sculpture to date is greeting commuters and passers-by at London's Liverpool Street Station.

08/08/2024

Tech News

UK regulator warns social media platforms about risks of violence

A UK regulator warned online service providers about the risk of their platforms being used to stir up hatred and incite violence.

08/08/2024

Culture news

Debunked: Did Taylor Swift just endorse Kamala Harris for president?

Swifties believe that the global megastar has "soft launched" her support for the Harris-Walz ticket. However, one picture does not equate to endorsement. It does, however, reveal to what extent fans of both Swift and Harris are eagerly waiting for some sign - which could prove crucial.

08/08/2024

Business

Portugal seeks to fine companies using national flag to sell alcohol

A probe that coincided with the last stage of the Euros football championship finds that firms were infringing the advertising code.

08/08/2024

Healthcare

Women less likely to be prescribed pain medication than men

In emergency departments, female patients are less likely to receive pain medication, a bias that puts them at higher risk for negative outcomes, a new study has found.

08/08/2024

Japan

Powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Japan triggers tsunami warning

Japan, located within the Pacific "ring of fire," is considered one of the most earthquake-prone regions globally.

08/08/2024

Europe News

Bulgarian parliament approves anti-LGBTQ+ 'propaganda' law

Human rights activists have called on the EU to clamp down on Bulgaria after MPs voted through an amendment to ban the promotion of LGBTQ+ "propaganda" in schools.

08/08/2024

Europe News

Police search for Puigdemont after leading Barcelona rally

The separatist former president of Catalonia returned to his home country in a bid to prevent the Catalan parliament from voting in a new socialist government, in what he described as "the only way to return to normality".

08/08/2024

Nature

Amazon deforestation in Brazil down to lowest level since 2016

But environmental activists say the country's Cerrado savannah has become a ‘sacrificed biome’.

08/08/2024

Business

Facing budget crunches, Chinese tax collectors descend on companies

Chinese authorities are chasing unpaid taxes from companies and individuals dating back decades, as the government moves to plug massive budget shortfalls and address a mounting debt crisis.

08/08/2024

Lifestyle

Everything you need to know about breaking, the newest Olympic sport

In a major milestone for the dance form, breaking is about to make its Olympic debut in Paris, where the world's slickest b-boys and b-girls will face off in an epic showdown.

08/08/2024

Markets

Crude oil rebounds amid rising demand and Middle East tensions

Crude oil prices saw a sharp rebound after hitting a six-month low on Wednesday. Rising demand and ongoing conflict in the Middle East are driving the price increase.

08/08/2024

Culture news

Should souvenirs of contentious historical figures be banned?

In Georgia, you can find an astonishing array of Stalin-emblazoned merchandise. And now, Colombia is moving to ban souvenirs of Pablo Escobar. This feels like the right move...

08/08/2024

Europe News

Meet 6 MEPs who traded chasing medals for votes

An élite group of European lawmakers have stood out in both the Olympic and political arenas.

08/08/2024

Markets

Norwegian tourism gets boost as weaker Kroner draws visitors

The depreciation of the Norwegian kroner has made the famously expensive Nordic country a more affordable destination for tourists, increasing spending and benefiting local businesses.

08/08/2024

Tech News

Algorithm used in Catalan prisons has ‘deficiencies,' audit finds

A recent audit of a Spanish algorithm used by the criminal justice system found “substantial deficiencies” in the reliability of its decisions on how likely prisoners are to reoffend.

08/08/2024

Business

Boeing re-designs 737 Max after mid-air door panel blowout

The company also saw a net loss both for the second quarter and the first half of the year, however, it reassured investors that it was making progress in quality management.

08/08/2024

Earth News

July was the second hottest month ever recorded

Temperatures narrowly missed the record set in July last year.

08/08/2024

Earth News

‘Cruisezilla 2050’ could make Titanic look like a ‘fishing boat’

Despite carrying 36 million passengers a year, cruise ships are currently exempt from fuel duties and most consumer taxes.

08/08/2024

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Latest news bulletin | August 8th – Morning

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08/08/2024

Bangladesh

Bangladesh's incoming interim leader appeals for calm

Bangladesh’s incoming interim leader Muhammad Yunus appealed for calm on Wednesday and urged all parties to help the country rebuild after weeks of violence that killed hundreds and prompted the Prime Minister to resign.

08/08/2024

Iran

Iran warns airlines to avoid its airspace over military drills

Egypt’s Civil Aviation Ministry said Wednesday it has ordered Egyptian airlines to avoid Iranian airspace for three hours the following day.

08/08/2024