Now playing Next Culture news The best things to do and see (or watch) in Europe this week Rothko's rare paper paintings in Norway, Francis Ford Coppola's mad 'Megalopolis' in Cannes, and a new Billie Eilish album: 'Hit Me Hard and Soft'. Here's what's good (and bizarre) in Europe this week. 18/05/2024
Now playing Next Tech News EU Policy. Microsoft urged to answer EU questions on Generative AI Failing to provide the Commission with an answer by 27 May could result in a hefty fine. 17/05/2024
Now playing Next Tech News EU Policy. Meta’s platforms hit with two more DSA investigations The EU Commission starts probing platform's measures to protect minors. 16/05/2024
Now playing Next Tech News EU Policy. No grace period for DSA compliance in Ireland – Interview The Irish watchdog will go after breaches of EU platform rules, the new authority says. 16/05/2024
Now playing Next Green News Positive environmental stories from 2024 so far Climate anxiety is very real, but these good news stories from 2024 prove there is hope for our planet. 15/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Cannes 2024: Iranian filmmaker flees to Europe ahead of premiere Iranian film director Mohammad Rasoulof has left Iran after being sentenced to eight years in prison on national security charges, ahead of the opening of the Cannes Film Festival where his new film is in Competition. 14/05/2024
Now playing Next Tech News EU Policy. Booking.com gatekeeper under EU's online competition rules Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta and Microsoft already fall under the scope of the rules. 13/05/2024
Now playing Next Experiences Anxious traveller? Here’s how to protect your wellbeing on the road Mental Health Awareness Week: How I keep depression and anxiety in check while travelling. 12/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Pageant scandal: Why did Miss USA & Miss Teen USA both abruptly quit? This week, both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA suddenly gave up their titles, leading to much speculation. Here’s why there’s mounting pressure on both orgnizations for more transparency. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Tech News TikTok begins labelling AI-generated content The Chinese social media company is trying to add safeguards to AI-generated content. 09/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Intruder arrested at rap artist Drake's mansion Police have been called to Drake’s Toronto mansion for a second time this week, after an intruder was apprehended by the Canadian rapper’s security. 09/05/2024
Now playing Next Germany German politician attacked as concerns over pre-election violence rise The rise in far-right sentiment across Europe and Germany in particular has come with increased threats to public figures and various groups. 08/05/2024
Now playing Next Tech News EU Policy. Disinformation probes - too late to make a difference? The EU Commission has questions about Facebook’s and Instagram’s disinformation robustness, as do Nordic researchers. 07/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News EU Policy. Tech compliance reports, Newsletter This week's key events presented by senior tech and industry reporter Cynthia Kroet 06/05/2024
Now playing Next Tech News Meet Spain's first AI model who earns up to €10,000 a month Aitana, 25, a pink-haired woman from Barcelona, receives weekly private messages from celebrities asking her out. But this model is not real. 04/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe Decoded Euroviews. It is time to take action and stop femicide in the Western Balkans Western Balkan institutions and policymakers can play a pivotal role in saving women's lives — potentially upwards of 50 per year. Yet, today, one woman in the Western Balkans is killed nearly every week, Alex Chen and Tanja Domi write. 03/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news How the grand opening of the UK's biggest indoor venue fell apart Cancelled gigs, falling air conditioning units and resigning directors: the opening of Co-op Live was meant to be a great moment for Manchester. 02/05/2024