2024-11-26

Culture news

Over 900 artists urge Tate to cut ties with donors linked to Israel

Their open letter calls upon leaders at Tate to take a stand “against the artwashing of genocide and apartheid”, with signees including a current Turner Prize nominee and past winners.

26/11/2024

Lao People's Democratic Republic

Eight hostel staff detained in Laos over methanol poisoning deaths

Staff from a backpacker hostel have been detained after six tourists died from suspected methanol poisoning after a night out.

26/11/2024

Art

Finland exhibition reveals rare murals by Moomins creator Tove Jansson

Best known as the creator of the Moomins, Tove Jansson's "Paradise" exhibition at Helsinki Art Museum reveals her lesser-known public murals, early sketches and artworks.

26/11/2024

Health news

Weight loss drugs could help fight chronic kidney disease, study finds

Researchers said the drugs could make a major difference for chronic kidney disease patients by helping to reduce other risk factors.

26/11/2024

Business

Banco BPM says surprise Unicredit bid undervalues potential

The bid from the larger Italian lender "does not reflect in any way the profitability and further potential to create value for Banco BPM shareholders", it said in a statement.

26/11/2024

Culture news

Vatican to publish new magazine with Pope replying readers’ questions

The magazine, as well as the livestream of St. Peter's tomb in the Vatican, are part of the outreach programme for the 2025 Jubilee.

26/11/2024

Art

Rare Caravaggio portrait goes on show for the first time in Rome

The never-before-seen portrait by celebrated Italian Baroque painter Caravaggio went on public display for the first time at Rome's Palazzo Barberini gallery.

26/11/2024

Culture news

'Enshittification': What does this Word of the Year mean?

Australia’s Macquarie Dictionary has selected its word of the year, and it encompasses a widespread feeling that things have been getting worse when it comes to all things digital. And more...

26/11/2024

Europe News

EU watchdog blasts von der Leyen’s freebie Greek holiday

The incumbent Commission president has been accused of a conflict of interest in accepting hospitality from Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, just days before MEPs decided whether to grant her a second term in office.

26/11/2024

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26/11/2024

Europe News

Germany's job market reliant on thousands of migrants, experts say

An analysis by the independent Bertelsmann Foundation has sounded the alarm that Europe's biggest economy will need thousands of additional workers from abroad to thrive.

26/11/2024

Culture news

Nobel Prize winning authors demand release of writer Boualem Sansal

Multiple Nobel Prize-winning authors have signed a petition to demand the release of Algerian writer Boualem Sansal.

26/11/2024

Business

Zeren Group expands energy interests with Türkiye Petrolleri purchase

Zeren's energy interests in the UK include Laval Energy, a London-based energy consultancy firm. The company says it plans to extend its interests further in both Turkey and Europe.

26/11/2024

Markets

European auto stocks slide as investors consider Trump tariffs threat

European automakers took a share price hit on Tuesday after Donald Trump threatened sweeping tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada.

26/11/2024

Art

Polish artist unveils installation at London sustainability hub

Alicja Patanowska’s PLANTATION is the inaugural art installation at the sustainable urban farm project, set in the heart of the City of London.

26/11/2024

Culture news

Karate Kid's Ralph Macchio earns Hollywood star next to Pat Morita's

Ralph Macchio received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, placed near his 'Karate Kid' co-star Pat Morita's, honouring their iconic legacy as the fictional student and mentor.

26/11/2024

Art

Renowned Hungarian painter Mihály Munkácsy honoured at Szépművészeti

The Museum of Fine Arts commemorates Mihály Munkácsy, who was born 180 years ago, with a major exhibition. The exhibition presents the entire career of the Hungarian painter, who resided in Paris, as well as explores the artistic, social and economic context linked to his career.

26/11/2024

Business

Auto industry shift to EVs expected to go on despite Trump tax threats

The auto industry's shift to EVs is expected to go on despite Donald Trump's threat to kill tax credits.

26/11/2024

Culture news

Mexico’s president unveils a plan to promote non-violent music

President Claudia Sheinbaum plans to launch a campaign to promote other, less violent musical styles that aren’t as linked to drug trafficking.

26/11/2024

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Fistfights in Serbia's parliament over awning collapse at rail station

Scuffles and fistfights broke out between the ruling party and opposition lawmakers in Serbia’s parliament on Monday, weeks after a deadly awning collapse at a rail station sparked tensions in the Balkan state.

26/11/2024

Europe News

Merkel confronts her legacy in long-awaited memoir

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who served for 16 years, reflects on her childhood, time in office, and her "worry" for the future in her new memoir.

26/11/2024

Tech News

Meta offers EU Commission online teen protection proposal

The call comes as several of the incoming Commissioners have named child safety online a top priority.

26/11/2024

Israel

'No excuses' for Israel to not accept ceasefire deal, Borrell says

Israel's cabinet is set to agree on a ceasefire agreement with Lebanon on Tuesday, despite several sticking points.

26/11/2024

Culture news

Drake accuses Universal of manipulating popularity of Kendrick Lamar

The feud between Canadian rapper Drake and five-time Grammy and Pulitzer Prize winner Kendrick Lamar has taken a new turn, with Drake alleging that Universal schemed with Spotify to inflate the popularity of his rival’s beef-ending diss track ‘Not Like Us’.

26/11/2024

Europe News

Jourová: financial sanctions key to countering rule of law abuses

Financial sanctions are the EU's best tool for bringing member states to compliance, despite their length, outgoing European Commissioner Vera Jourová told Euronews in exclusive interview.

26/11/2024

Money

Which countries in Europe are most prepared to go cashless?

The Nordic countries are leading the way for adopting a future without cash transactions, while Armenia, Georgia, and Germany fall behind, according to a recent analysis.

26/11/2024

Markets

Bitcoin retreats near a milestone level on profit-taking

Bitcoin's price retreated sharply as the post-Trump rally stalled. Analysts believe profit-taking was the primary cause of the decline but $100,000 (€95,400) remains within reach.

26/11/2024

USA

Trump threatens sweeping tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada

President-elect Donald Trump frequently threatened during his campaign that he would impose tariffs on multiple countries, citing concerns on illegal immigration and drugs.

26/11/2024

Europe News

Mercosur: France seeks to rally blocking minority against trade deal

While Germany and Spain strongly endorse the Mercosur deal, France is trying to rally a blocking minority to halt the agreement. It is hopeful that Italy, Austria, Poland and the Netherlands will join Paris.

26/11/2024

Economy

Rental market uncertainty: Which countries feel most insecure?

Tenure insecurity for land and housing is on the rise globally, including in Europe, warns a new report. Increasing rent and mortgage costs are among the key drivers of this growing perception of insecurity.

26/11/2024