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Culture news

German 'supermodel' Tatjana Patitz dies of breast cancer aged 56

Patitz graced magazine covers in the 1980's and 90's and was part of an elite handful of “original” supermodels along with Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell and Cindy Crawford.

12/01/2023

Brazil

Tensions in Brazil as former president's fans call for protests

Some supporters of Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro are calling for more protests as Sunday's storming of government buildings is investigated.

12/01/2023

Travel News

Airport security: The weirdest items seized by the TSA last year

Every year US authorities release a list of the weird and wacky things seized at airports.

11/01/2023

USA

Computer glitch grounds thousands of flights in US

A glitch in Federal Aviation Administration software grounded thousands of flights in the US

11/01/2023

Travel News

US flights grounded after major FAA computer system failure

A system which keeps pilots and other airport staff informed about hazards and airport facilities failed on Wednesday morning.

11/01/2023

Mexico

'Three Amigos' wrap up North American Leaders' Summit

US President Joe Biden, Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sought to downplay their frustrations with one another on migration and trade as they met for the summit.

11/01/2023

USA

Joe Biden surprised to learn of classified documents at former office

US President Joe Biden said Tuesday he was surprised when informed that government records were found by his attorneys at his former office space in Washington.

11/01/2023

Culture news

Brazil to create 'memorial' from artwork damaged by far-right rioters

Several pieces of art, including a painting worth around €1.4 million, were destroyed when thousands of supporters of former leader Jair Bolsonaro swarmed Brazil's presidential palace.

11/01/2023

Brazil

More protests erupt across Brazil after storming of Congress

Brazil's President has vowed to protect democracy and punish thousands after supporters of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro stormed Congress on Sunday.

10/01/2023

Tech News

US schools sue social media platforms for 'harming' mental health

A US school district filed a complaint against social media giants like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok over the cost of the mental health crisis.

10/01/2023

Brazil

Brazil cracks down after riot and vows to protect democracy

Brazilian authorities have vowed to punish thousands of supporters of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro who stormed and trashed the nation’s highest seats of power in a riot.

10/01/2023

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The clean-up begins in Brazil’s capital

The clean-up begins in Brazil’s capital after thousands of supporters of former president Jair Bolsonaro broke into three main buildings in Brasilia on Sunday, smashing windows and chairs

09/01/2023

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Bolsonaro supporters storm into Congress

Hundreds of supporters of Brazil's far-right ex-president Jair Bolsonaro broke through police barricades and stormed into Congress, the presidential palace and the Supreme Court Sunday, in a dramatic protest against President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's inauguration last week.

09/01/2023

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Brazil security forces encircle Bolsonaro protesters

Members of Brazil's security forces surround supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro inside the Planalto presidential palace in the capital Brasilia, after they stormed into the building in a dramatic protest against President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's inauguration last week.

09/01/2023

Scenes

Meet the Bolivian roboticists benefiting humanity

In partnership with Media City

"We think of ourselves as creators. We don't just make one thing; we create products that, most of the time, bring people to us who need our help."

09/01/2023

World News

Attack on democracy: How does Brazil violence compare with the US?

What are the similarities and differences between riots in Brazil's capital that attacked democratic institutions, and the 6 January 2021 attack on the Capitol in Washington DC?

09/01/2023

Brazil

World leaders condemn anti-democratic riots in Brazil

Global leaders condemn pro-Bolsonaro rioters that stormed political buildings in Brazil's capital, Brasilia.

09/01/2023

Food and Drink

The $3,500 pizza working wonders for waistlines and a kids' charity

A remake of one of the most loved dish in the world for those who prefer it guilt free.

09/01/2023

Culture news

Euroviews. Profile: Brazil's new Culture Minister Margareth Menezes

After what some Brazilians called ‘a nightmare’ period, Margareth Menezes appointment as Culture Minister is for many a welcome breath of fresh air into a sector that's been neglected during Jair Bolsonaro's presidency.

09/01/2023

Home

Sony has unveiled a new PS5 controller designed for accessibility

Sony has released its new controller at CES - and its making gaming more accessible for all.

09/01/2023

Mobility

Flying cars and karaoke: The best concepts and auto tech at CES 2023

Would you invest in a solar-powered set of wheels? It's just one idea that revved up the crowds at this year's CES in Las Vegas.

09/01/2023

Health news

These were the best health and well-being gadgets on show at CES 2023

From urine testing devices to AI baby monitors, here's some of the best health technology we've seen at CES 2023 in Las Vegas.

08/01/2023

Brazil

Brazil investigates pro-Bolsonaro rioters who stormed Congress

Newly elected president Lula promised exemplary punishment for the leaders of the "fascist" assault aimed at restoring Bolsonaro to power.

08/01/2023

USA

Thousands of Californian homes without power following damaging storms

Hurricane-force winds, surging surf, and torrential downpours from a massive atmospheric river storm system have pounded California since Wednesday, leaving thousands of homes and business without power.

08/01/2023

Health news

This smart toilet can give you health tips and help you get pregnant

U-Scan by Withings is a new device for at-home urine analysis. You place it inside your toilet bowl so it gathers health data from your urine.

08/01/2023

Mexico

Mexico subway train collision kills at least one and injures 57

Two Subway trains collided in Mexico City on Saturday which saw 57 people injured and one killed. Authorities reported that the accident happened on line 3 of the city's metro system, between the Potrero and La Raza stations.

08/01/2023