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 Work How AI could disrupt the future labour market With 71 per cent of leaders favouring less experienced candidates with AI skills over more experienced ones without them, professionals are being urged to adopt and master AI tools. 18/05/2024
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Now playing Next Business British supermarket Sainsbury’s plans to cut costs by harnessing AI A five year tie-up with Microsoft could potentially help the supermarket chain to make use of AI to cut costs and improve staff efficiency. 18/05/2024
Now playing Next Green News Why does this Spanish city want to make cyclists get insurance? The move is part of a growing backlash in Spain and Europe against cyclists that has seen new bike paths removed and allegations of cities misusing EU funding. 18/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News State of the Union: sunshine in Ankara, darkness in Tbilisi This edition of State of the Union focuses on the continuing diplomatic détente between Turkey and Greece and the escalating domestic upheaval in Georgia. 17/05/2024
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Now playing Next Tech News OpenAI vs Google’s Gemini: All the major AI updates this week AI voice assistants stole the show this week as tech companies made major announcements. 17/05/2024
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
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Now playing Next Nature Euroviews. Governments must back plant farming — there's no two ways about it It’s simple: we need to be doing more to save our only home from the climate change tipping point that scientists keep reminding us we’re hurtling towards, Dr Carys Bennett writes. 17/05/2024
Now playing Next Green News EU Policy. 3 nations seek private input for €2.5bn critical mineral investment The Raw Materials Funds announced by France, Germany and Italy will be operational before the summer break. 17/05/2024
Now playing Next Markets Weekly review of markets: Investors hit by a reality check European stock markets declined on Thursday, reversing the surge seen earlier in the week. The overall weekly performance may end up flat as investors reassess the outlook for central banks' interest rate policies. 17/05/2024
Now playing Next Slovakia Online toxicity in Slovakia spikes by 60% after attempt on Fico's life Researchers have long drawn links between hateful online comments and their capacity to push people further towards extreme political stances, beliefs and worldviews. 16/05/2024
Now playing Next Economy EU Policy. Economics chief cites no regrets despite green deal backlash With fresh elections looming, senior officials are unrepentant for making climate change a priority of their five-year term. 16/05/2024
Now playing Next Business British tech company Raspberry Pi eyes London float in boost for City Raspberry Pi’s listing could bring a much needed boost for the UK stock market, which has seen an exodus of companies in the last few months. 16/05/2024