2024-08-19

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Russia's far east shaken by 7.0-magnitude quake

A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck early on Sunday in the Pacific, off Russia’s far eastern coast near a major naval base.

19/08/2024

Europe News

Powerful earthquake in Russia's Far East triggers volcanic eruption

The Shiveluch volcano began sputtering shortly after a powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck off Kamchatka’s east coast early Sunday.

19/08/2024

Business

Porsche moves in with deal to help stalling German battery maker Varta

Porsche's decision to support Varta will allow the luxury car maker to have access to high-performance batteries for its hybrid and electric cars.

19/08/2024

Culture news

Mark Hamill joins fundraiser for demining robots for Ukraine

"Every mine neutralized equals civilian lives saved. Each demining robot ensures the safety of Ukrainian sappers.” Mark Hamill joins forces with historian Timothy Snyder to raise funds for demining robots in Ukraine.

19/08/2024

Europe News

German Left leaders step down following difficult election results

The party is hoping for a breath of fresh air ahead of upcoming state elections in eastern Germany.

19/08/2024

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Latest news bulletin | August 19th – Midday

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19/08/2024

Travel News

Lisbon: Backlash against overtourism is growing amongst locals

Some residents say tourist traffic is even stopping them from leaving their homes.

19/08/2024

Art

London Zoo removes Banksy gorilla mural for 'safekeeping'

A Banksy artwork on the shutters of London Zoo has been taken down for "safekeeping" to allow the attraction to fully make use of its entrance during the busy summer season.

19/08/2024

Art

Calls for reinstatement of Slovak National Gallery director

At least 360 artists, gallerists and curators signed the open letter in support of Alexandra Kusá, who was fired alongside the head of the National Theatre.

19/08/2024

Europe News

German MPs warn reducing Ukraine aid could send 'fatal signal'

A letter from the finance minister has raised concerns about how long and how robustly Germany will continue to support Ukraine in the face of Russia's invasion.

19/08/2024

Europe News

Drought devastating Romania leaves farmers worried for future

Romania has been gripped by a drought, leaving farmers concerned in both the short and long term as the quality of their soil diminishes, meaning they can't plant crops in the new season.

19/08/2024

Italy

UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch among those missing in Sicily yacht disaster

One person has died, six have gone missing and 15 have been rescued after the superyacht capsized in a storm off the coast of Sicily.

19/08/2024

Israel

Now could be 'last chance' for Gaza ceasefire deal, says Blinken

Mediators are to meet again this week in Egypt to try to cement a ceasefire.

19/08/2024

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Hundreds mobilised as fires spread in Turkey’s tourist hotspot Muğla

Two forest fires ignited early Sunday in the Yatağan and Ula districts of Muğla province, a popular summer destination in southwest Turkey.

19/08/2024

Culture news

Funniest joke of Edinburgh Fringe 2024 revealed

This year's winner has not one but two jokes in this year's funniest jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival ranking.

19/08/2024

Culture news

Indiana Jones' ‘Temple Of Doom’ hat breaks record at auction

Fortune and glory to the highest bidder! Harrison Ford’s brown felt fedora from the second instalment of the Indiana Jones series has broken a record by becoming the most expensive Indiana Jones hat.

19/08/2024

Markets

Gold: Why are investors rushing in as the shine comes off copper?

Gold prices have reached a new all-time high, driven by expectations of a lower interest rate environment and increasing demand for safe-haven assets. In contrast, base metals such as copper remain weak, largely due to sluggish economic growth in major economies, particularly from China.

19/08/2024

Markets

Markets look ahead: Jackson Hole Symposium takes centre stage

This week, central bankers will convene in the US state of Wyoming to discuss economic outlooks and monetary policies. Key economic data is expected to drive further volatility in the financial markets.

19/08/2024

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Latest news bulletin | August 19th – Morning

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

19/08/2024

Europe News

Zelenskyy says Kursk incursion to create buffer zone inside Russia

Ukraine's president also used his nightly video address to appeal to international allies to speed up deliveries of much-needed military hardware to the battlefield.

19/08/2024

Europe News

At least 23 injured in Ferris wheel fire at Leipzig festival

A police spokesperson said an investigation into the cause of the fires is ongoing and that criminal investigators are on the scene.

19/08/2024

Israel

Blinken arrives in Israel in bid to seal Gaza ceasefire deal

The US Secretary of States arrival comes after US and fellow mediators Egypt and Qatar said they were closing in on a deal after two days of talks in Doha, with American and Israeli officials expressing cautious optimism.

19/08/2024