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Britain is building the world’s most expensive railway
The UK is undertaking an ambitious infrastructure project that will make history as the costliest railway in the world. Despite its lofty goals, Britain’s High Speed 2 (HS2) railway is facing mounting criticism, even from its initial supporters, due to its escalating expenses and environmental impact. High-Speed Network with a Y-Shaped Design HS2, the largest […]
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Major political factions in the European parliament reach agreement on new european commission
The main political groups in the European Parliament (EP) agreed on Wednesday to approve the final group of six commissioner candidates and the new European Commission (EC) led by Ursula von der Leyen. Challenged Commissioner Candidates Several commissioner candidates failed to receive positive evaluations following their hearings. These include Oliver Várhelyi from Hungary, Raffaele Fitto […]
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Stellantis halts production in Italy
Stellantis has confirmed temporary production suspensions at its Italian plants but assured there are no plans to close facilities or implement mass layoffs in the automotive sector. However, the company acknowledges it is navigating a challenging environment with no easy solutions. On Wednesday, Stellantis announced plans to pause operations at its Cassino plant on November […]
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Danish contestant crowned Miss Universe
Victoria Kjaer Theilvig was crowned Miss Universe on Saturday, becoming the first-ever winner from Denmark in the competition’s history. A dancer, entrepreneur, and animal rights advocate, Theilvig emerged victorious among over 120 contestants at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant held in Mexico City. She was followed by Chidimma Adetshina from Nigeria, a law student; Maria […]
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Spanish regional leader admits mishandling of flood response
Valencia’s regional president, Carlos Mazón of the People’s Party (PP), acknowledged on Friday shortcomings in managing Spain’s deadliest floods in decades. “I will not deny mistakes,” Mazón admitted during a speech in the regional parliament, adding that he would not shy away from responsibility. He apologized to those who felt that aid during the floods […]
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Germany’s return to nuclear energy would be logical, says Rafael Grossi
According to Rafael Grossi, the Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Germany’s reconsideration of nuclear energy would be a logical step. Speaking at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, Grossi remarked that Germany is the only nation to have fully abandoned nuclear power and suggested that German policymakers might reflect on why […]
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Spain hit by another wave of heavy rain
After devastating floods hit Spain in late October, the country is now experiencing another wave of intense rainfall, leading to further flooding but no reported casualties. On Thursday, Spain’s national meteorological agency, AEMET, downgraded the highest, red-level weather alerts for the province of Málaga in Andalusia and the Valencia region. Both areas faced severe flooding […]
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Italian police dismantle forgery network reproducing works by Warhol, Picasso, and Banksy
Italian police have dismantled a European forgery network specializing in counterfeit artworks by prominent artists such as Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, and Banksy. Although these artifacts were imitations, their estimated market value could have reached €200 million, according to DPA. Arrest warrants were issued for 38 suspects in Italy, Spain, and Belgium, who now face […]
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Toyota to significantly increase car production in China
Japanese automaker Toyota has announced plans to substantially increase production in China, aiming to manufacture around 3 million vehicles per year by the end of the decade. If successful, this would represent a 60% increase from its previous production record in the world’s largest automotive market, according to Reuters. World’s Leading Automaker Toyota is considering […]
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Notre Dame Cathedral bells ring out for the first time since the 2019 fire
Restoration work on the Notre Dame Cathedral is nearing completion five years after the devastating fire. On Friday, the bells of Paris’s iconic Notre Dame Cathedral rang together for the first time since the 2019 fire that severely damaged the historic landmark. The chimes from the cathedral’s eight northern belfry bells resounded one month before […]
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Jörg Kukies appointed as Germany’s new finance minister
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has appointed Jörg Kukies as the new Finance Minister, succeeding Christian Lindner. Transport Minister Volker Wissing will remain in the government but is stepping down from the Free Democratic Party (FDP). On Thursday, Chancellor Scholz announced the appointment of Kukies, his former economic advisor and current state secretary for finance, as […]
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Ryanair to cut flights to the UK due to increased taxes
The UK Treasury plans to raise the Air Passenger Duty (APD) starting in 2026, prompting Ryanair to announce cuts to its flights. The budget airline intends to reduce flights to and from the UK by around 10% beginning next season, citing the UK government’s planned 13% tax increase on air travel as the main reason, […]
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Theft of iconic Andy Warhol works in the Netherlands: suspect detained
Dutch police have detained a 23-year-old man in connection with the theft of Andy Warhol’s famous silkscreen series from a gallery in southern Netherlands. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, was apprehended in Berkel-Enschot, just six kilometers from the gallery in Oisterwijk, where the attempted theft took place last Friday. Thieves targeted all […]
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TikTok founder becomes China’s richest individual
Zhang Yiming has emerged as the wealthiest person in China, with a net worth reaching $49.3 billion. Zhang founded ByteDance Group, the Chinese tech giant that owns the globally popular platform TikTok, which has around 200 million users in the United States alone. At 41, Zhang stepped down as ByteDance CEO in 2021 but still […]
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Serbian railway accident sparks anti-corruption protest
Hundreds of opposition activists gathered in Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, on Sunday to protest alleged corruption and negligence by local authorities following a fatal accident on Friday at a northern railway station. The accident occurred in Novi Sad, about 70 kilometers northwest of Belgrade, when part of the station’s entrance roof collapsed, killing 14 people and […]
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Chinese taikonauts return to earth after six-month mission
China plans to establish a base on the Moon. Three Chinese taikonauts successfully returned to Earth on Monday after spending six months aboard the Tiangong space station, or “Heavenly Palace.” The crew of the Shenzhou 18 mission landed safely in Inner Mongolia, northern China, as reported by the state news agency Xinhua. The crew had […]
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Railway station roof collapses in Novi Sad, fatalities reported
Rescue teams are in contact with two individuals trapped under the rubble of the collapsed concrete structure. At least 11 people were killed on Friday when part of the railway station roof in Novi Sad, Serbia, collapsed. Another three people were rescued and hospitalized with serious injuries, according to Serbian Interior Minister Ivica Dačić, who […]
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Japanese authorities call for evacuation of nearly 200,000 people amid heavy rain & storms
Severe rainfall and storms have swept through western Japan, prompting authorities to urge nearly 200,000 residents to evacuate due to the risk of landslides and flooding. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, heavy rains affecting the region are partly linked to the downgraded Typhoon Kong-rey, now classified as an extratropical cyclone. The city of Matsuyama […]
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U.S. Inflation reaches lowest level in 3.5 years
While monthly inflation experienced a slight uptick, the annual rate continued to ease, meeting expectations. In September, U.S. inflation, measured by the Federal Reserve’s preferred Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, slowed to its lowest level in 3.5 years, despite a minor increase on a month-to-month basis. The Department of Commerce reported a 2.1% annual rise […]
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Venice doubles entry fee for day visitors
Starting next season, tourists visiting Venice for a single day will face a doubled entry fee of €10, up from the previous trial rate of €5. This adjustment, effective mid-April, was announced by city officials via DPA on Thursday, aiming to manage the high volume of tourists. Venice pioneered this entry fee concept earlier this […]
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Mpox cases surge over 500% in Africa since last year
Mpox cases across Africa have spiked by more than 500% since last year, according to data released Thursday by the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared the spread of mpox a public health emergency of international concern in August, signaling the need for urgent attention. “We are […]
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Heavy rains cause flooding in Tuscany
In Pisa province, firefighters successfully rescued 15 people. Heavy rains hit large parts of Pisa province in Tuscany on Saturday evening, causing streams and rivers to overflow and flood streets and homes. Several vehicles were swept away by water, requiring fire and rescue teams to intervene, according to APA news agency. Firefighters in Pisa reported […]
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Vatican Synod recognizes barriers facing women in the church
The Synod issued recommendations calling for an expanded role for women in the Church. The second session of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly in the Vatican concluded Saturday evening, following nearly four weeks of discussions, without clear expectations for concrete reforms. Delegates approved recommendations encouraging women to assume more leadership roles, though they fell short […]
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Coca-Cola recalls 28 million bottles in Austria
In addition to Coca-Cola, the recall also affects Fanta, Sprite, and Mezzo Mix. Coca-Cola’s Austrian subsidiary is recalling approximately 28 million half-liter bottles of its carbonated beverages due to a manufacturing issue. This marks the largest product recall in Austria in at least 25 years, impacting Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite, and Mezzo Mix brands. Coca-Cola HBC […]
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Greek islands without airports cut off due to ferry strikes
Ferry transport is crucial in Greece, given the number of inhabited islands. For the third consecutive day, ferry services in Greece have been disrupted due to a strike by local sailors demanding higher wages. According to DPA, ferries will remain out of operation through Friday. This situation leaves tourists and residents on islands without airports […]
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Latest results from L’Oréal disappoint
L’Oréal’s sales have grown, but not as significantly as expected. The French cosmetics company L’Oréal reported sales growth for the third quarter, but the pace fell short of expectations, largely due to weakening demand in China. This was reported by Reuters. The company announced that comparable sales, excluding currency effects, reached €10.28 billion from July […]
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A medical miracle: breakthrough treatment restores vision to the blind
Scientists have successfully restored vision in a monkey with a hole in its retina by using human stem cells. This groundbreaking research could offer new possibilities for treating vision loss in both humans and animals, reports BGR. The study, published in Stem Cell Reports, describes how researchers repaired a macular hole in the monkey’s retina […]
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Disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein, linked to the #METOO movement, suffers from a serious illness
Harvey Weinstein is currently serving a prison sentence for multiple sexual assault-related crimes. The former American producer, once one of the most powerful figures in Hollywood, is facing significant health issues. Recently, he was diagnosed with a form of bone marrow cancer. The 72-year-old co-founder of Miramax has been experiencing various health problems while in […]
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Thieves targeted football stars’ home: world’s most popular female footballer loses luxuries worth half a million euros
Alisha Lehmann and her boyfriend, Douglas Luiz, were robbed in their home in Turin. The well-known football couple, Alisha Lehmann and Douglas Luiz, fell victim to a burglary at their residence in Turin. The thieves broke into their house while Luiz was playing for Juventus against Lazio, and Alisha Lehmann, titled “the most popular female […]
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How to recognize early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning
During the heating season, carbon monoxide can cause several fatal accidents. What preventive measures can you take to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning? Unfortunately, being at home can present various dangers, one of the most severe being the presence of a toxic gas that can lead to poisoning and, in more serious cases, death—commonly during the […]
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