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Tech News

FBI was hit by a fake email cyberattack. Here’s what you need to know

The growing number of cyberattacks since the COVID pandemic began has spared no major organisation - not even the FBI.

15/11/2021

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Polar bears romp in Oregon zoo compound

A pair of polar bears are now enjoying a purpose-built habitat at the Oregon Zoo in Portand where they can now be seen playfully sparring, chasing one another and splashing into a saltwater pool.

13/11/2021

Mobility

Tesla CEO Elon Musk sells off around €600 million in shares

The CEO of Tesla has pledged to liquidate 10 per cent of his holdings in the electric car maker.

13/11/2021

USA

Britney Spears' 13-year-long conservatorship ends

Britney Spears said it was the "best day ever" after her conservatorship came to an end.

13/11/2021

USA

Bannon indicted on contempt charges for defying congressional subpoena

Steve Bannon was indicted Friday on two counts of contempt of Congress after he defied a congressional subpoena from the House committee investigating the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

12/11/2021

Stays

Where is this magical 'treehouse' and why is it so popular on Airbnb?

Here's how a DIY upcycling project became one of the most sought-after stays on Airbnb.

11/11/2021

Health news

How technology changed love in the time of COVID

You've heard of remote working, but a new survey revealed that remote dating was more popular than ever this year.

11/11/2021

Mobility

US government sues Uber for charging disabled people unfair fees

The app allegedly charged disabled people for waiting time incurred while they got into its vehicles. Uber says it refunded all affected passengers who asked to be paid back.

11/11/2021

Art

Post-pandemic art market to reach new zenith with in-person auctions

With sales starting on November 15, estimates are to bring in more than $1 billion (over €868m) in a week.

10/11/2021

Culture news

How could the crowd surge at Astroworld have been prevented?

Eight people lost their lives in a crowd surge at a festival organised by rapper Travis Scott last weekend. The youngest was 14 years old. Euronews asks industry leaders in concert safety about the tragedy and how it could have been prevented.

10/11/2021

USA

NASA delays next moon landing until 2025 at earliest

The space agency had been aiming for 2024 for the first moon landing by astronauts in half a century.

10/11/2021

Nature

Instagram's pet-sharing-tree-planting trend is definitely a scam

A new feature suddenly appeared on photos of pets a couple of days ago. But it's not what it seems.

09/11/2021

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SpaceX Crew returns to earth, exits capsule after successful splashdown

SpaceX Crew returns to earth, exits capsule after successful splashdown

09/11/2021

Culture news

Dean Stockwell, who played 'Al' in Quantum Leap, dies ages 85

A child actor on Broadway, Stockwell's career spanned seven decades before he retired from acting in 2015. But his lasting legacy for many will be his portrayal of the project observer. Al, in Quantum Leap, for which he won a Golden Globe in 1990.

09/11/2021

Culture news

Amy Winehouse's items fetch millions at auction in Los Angeles

The proceeds will go to the Amy Winehouse Foundation, which supports vulnerable young adults struggling with addiction.

08/11/2021

Mobility

Why Elon Musk could sell 10% of his Tesla stock

The Tesla CEO said he would "abide" by the results of a Twitter poll telling him to sell. But a possible tax bill could be the real reason.

08/11/2021

Destinations

6 amazing city breaks to go on as the US opens its borders

North American borders open today on 8 November 2021, so here are the six best cities you can visit and everything you need to know.

08/11/2021

Travel News

US travel restrictions: What are the new rules?

Everything you need to know now that the US is open to tourists.

08/11/2021

Stays

I couldn't help but wonder, can I stay in Carrie Bradshaw's apartment?

For two nights only, Sex and the City fans can live their best Carrie life in this AirBnB.

07/11/2021

USA

At least eight people killed in crowd surge at festival in Texas

Officials in Texas say at least eight people have been killed and several others injured in a crowd surge at Astroworld Festival.

06/11/2021

Mobility

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin loses lunar lander lawsuit against NASA

The company sued the US government agency after it awarded a contract to rival SpaceX, but on Wednesday the case was dismissed by a judge.

05/11/2021

Green News

Pollution is causing penises to shrink, warns this scientist

Sperm count, testosterone levels, penile length and overall human fertility are all being harmed by pollution.

03/11/2021

Health news

Pfizer's COVID vaccine can now be used on children aged 5-11 in the US

President Joe Biden hailed the move as a "turning point" in the fight against the pandemic.

03/11/2021

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Cargo plane wreck recovered from ocean off Hawaii

Federal officials have recovered a cargo plane that crashed into the ocean off Hawaii. The National Transportation Safety Board announced Tuesday that all major components of the 737-200 jet, including the plane's black boxes, have been salvaged from about 400 feet (122 meters) of water off Oahu

03/11/2021

Tech News

Facebook says it will stop using facial recognition

The company said it was safer to limit facial recognition software amid ethical concerns and lawsuits over its use.

03/11/2021

USA

US election: Youngkin wins Virginia governor's race, jolting Democrats

Republican Glenn Youngkin won the governor's race in the US state of Virginia, in an election that was seen as a first major test of voter sentiment since Biden took office.

03/11/2021