2024-08-15

Europe News

Two French fighter pilots killed in Rafale collision during training

Accidents involving the French-made Rafale supersonic jet are very uncommon. Just two crashes — one in 2007 and another in 2009 — have occurred since its introduction in 2001.

15/08/2024

Green News

Climate activists glue themselves to runways at four German airports

The group wants Germany and other governments to sign a Fossil Fuel Treaty.

15/08/2024

Culture news

A new mystery: Stonehenge Altar Stone didn’t come from Wales after all

Researchers were astounded to discover that the megalith travelled over 450 miles to its resting place in Wiltshire, England. What does this revelation mean for our understanding of Neolithic peoples?

15/08/2024

Europe News

Ukraine behind Nord Stream pipeline sabotage, report claims

A report by the US outlet Wall Street Journal claims Kyiv concocted the plan to blow up the pipeline bringing Russian gas to Germany in May 2022, citing four anonymous Ukrainian military sources.

15/08/2024

Culture news

Swifties flock to London after thwarted terrorist attack in Vienna

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour returns tonight with a five-show run at London’s Wembley Stadium with additional security measures, one week after a foiled terror plot which led to the cancellation of her three shows in Vienna. Swifties are determined to see the pop star for her final European shows.

15/08/2024

Health news

Homelessness charity distributes sweets laced with methamphetamine

The sweets were donated by a member of the public in what is thought to be an accident rather than a deliberate act.

15/08/2024

Tech News

Ireland targets social media companies over hate speech

A number of the top ten social media companies in the world have major offices in Dublin including Meta, X and TikTok.

15/08/2024

Business

Resurgence in packaged holidays and bankruptcy of FTI lifts TUI profit

Europe's largest tour operator TUI beat profit expectations with its latest financial results for the third quarter on Wednesday.

15/08/2024

Europe News

Ukrainian forces advance further as incursion into Russia continues

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine was reaching its "strategic goal" in Kursk during his nightly address to the nation.

15/08/2024

Culture news

Hollywood star and 'The Notebook' actress Gena Rowlands dies aged 94

The four-time Emmy winner was known for her portrayals of strong women. She was often directed by her husband, John Cassavetes, and was introduced to a new generation of film fans with her son’s film, ‘The Notebook’.

15/08/2024

Economy

Russia's economy: A balance between labour shortage and military might

Russia's leadership finds itself in a peculiar dilemma – it lacks manpower to protect its borders and continue the fight in the Donbas, but it also needs to plug labour gaps if it is to sustain its war economy.

15/08/2024

Culture news

Cheap vs Expensive: How to enjoy the Edinburgh Fringe on any budget

Whether you’re on a shoestring budget or flush with cash, there’s something for everyone at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

15/08/2024

Markets

Currency war ahead? Euro gains as US CPI boosts Fed rate cut outlook

Favourable market conditions in the eurozone and the UK and lower US inflation could prompt the US Federal Reserve to consider rate cuts. As the euro and pound strengthen, the Fed might feel pressured to adjust rates to maintain the competitiveness of the dollar.

15/08/2024

Experiences

Explained: The raw-dogging flights trend and why it’s bad for you

Baffled by the new travel trend on planes? We spoke to a psychologist for some insights into the male psyche.

15/08/2024

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15/08/2024