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Zelenskyy visits frontline amidst ongoing Russian offensive

The Ukrainian president said the situation in Kharkiv remains under control as Russia pushes into Vovchansk.

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Slovakian ministers blame media and opposition for attack on Prime Minister Robert Fico

Europe • 7:31 PM

Slovakia's interior minister refrained from specifying the motivation behind the attack on Prime Minister Robert Fico but pointed fingers at media outlets and the opposition, urging them to reflect on how they present information.

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EU and UK 'getting closer' to clinching post-Brexit border and transit deal for Gibraltar

Europe • 7:06 PM

Lengthy discussions in Brussels failed to yield an agreement following long-standing divisions over border checks and airport management.

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Slovakians condemn attack against Prime Minister Robert Fico

Slovakians denounce the assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico while awaiting updates on his health at the hospital's front.

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'Matter of principle': The Left's Walter Baier slams von der Leyen for overtures to far right

Established parties are abandoning moral principles by embracing the far right's discourse on migration, the lead candidate for The Left told Euronews.

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Turkey sentences pro-Kurdish politicians to lengthy prison terms over deadly 2014 riots

More than 100 people have faced trial in relation to a notorious incident that left 37 people dead.

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Online toxicity in Slovakia increased by 60% after attempt on PM Fico's life

Business • 5:16 PM

Researchers have long drawn links between hateful online comments and their capacity to push people further towards extreme political stances, beliefs and worldviews.

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First ruling farmer protesters to shake bloc’s agriculture policy

Europe • 5:10 PM

A farmers’ protest movement has entered a European government for the first time in the Netherlands. What will be its impact on EU policies?

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Latest news bulletin | May 16th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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WATCH: Heavy floods cause chaos in northern Italy

Torrential rain in northern Italy has prompted the closure of schools and offices, travel services were also severely disrupted.

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‘Unbelievably easy to explore’: Travellers recommend the best places for a first-time solo trip

Heading off on your first ever solo trip can be intimidating. Head to these European destinations for an easy ride.

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Georgia's president says she will veto 'Russian law' as furious protests continue

Salome Zourabichvili has joined public demonstrations against a law that could turn Georgia away from Brussels and towards the Kremlin.

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Travel chaos warning as Boeing safety crisis leads to plane shortage

Business • 2:30 PM

Boeing’s aircraft delivery delays and safety issues could mean that several airlines might have to cancel flights or push back their summer schedules as many are struggling to secure enough aircraft for the peak season.

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Economics of nuclear power: The France-Germany divide explained

Business • 2:27 PM

The European Union's REPowerEU Plan, initiated in May 2022, has put nuclear energy at the forefront of its strategy to secure energy and achieve climate goals. France continues to heavily invest in nuclear power, whereas Germany has largely moved away fro

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German police investigate AfD member Petr Bystron for money-laundering

The Munich public prosecutor's office is conducting an investigation into Petr Bystron, a prominent figure on the German far-right party's list for the European elections.

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Economics chief cites no regrets despite green deal backlash

Europe • 1:55 PM

With fresh elections looming, senior officials are unrepentant for making climate change a priority of their five-year term.

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EU Liberals chief decries member party’s deal with Dutch far-right as ‘unacceptable’

Europe • 1:51 PM

Valérie Hayer says the agreement to form a new government in the Netherlands contravenes the values her political group holds dear.

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WATCH: Evangelicals in Caracas stand for traditional families

In honor of International Families Day, hundreds of evangelical pastors and believers rallied in Caracas to uphold the traditional family model.

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As new tools flourish, AI ‘fingerprints’ on scientific papers could damage trust in vital research

Business • 1:33 PM

Experts are warning that the “fingerprints” of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) can be found in scientific papers, including peer-reviewed ones.

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My European flag was confiscated at Eurovision — this is why it's wrong

Europe • 1:27 PM

For us, young people from all corners of Europe, the European flag is a unifying symbol that transcends borders, cultures, and languages. It symbolises our collective desire to live in a Europe where freedom, peace, and cooperation reign supreme, Dorin Fr

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Cannes 2024 review: 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' - An origin story worth telling?

Culture • 1:23 PM

Veteran filmmaker George Miller returns to the Wasteland after his action opus 'Mad Max: Fury Road.' However, nine years later, was anyone really aching to find out Furiosa's origins?

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British tech company Raspberry Pi eyes London float in boost for City

Business • 11:54 AM

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.

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EU Elections: French Socialist candidate Raphaël Glucksmann launches campaign

The vast left-wing policy programme aims to create a more "sovereign" and "ecological" European Union.

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Putin's visit to China: Here's what you should know

Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China on Thursday could spell trouble for the West.

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WATCH: Aftermath of Israeli strike on residential building in Gaza

Palestinians were seen sifting through the debris, searching for survivors.

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What impact do wildfires have on people's health? Report on Hawaii disaster sheds light on effects

Business • 10:56 AM

The wildfire in Hawaii began on August 8, 2023, and killed more than 100 people. A new preliminary report looks at how it impacted people's health.

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Dutch government veers sharply right after four-party coalition deal

When presenting the coalition agreement, PVV leader Geert Wilders said he is very much looking forward to the upcoming collaboration with NSC, BBB and the VVD. He also said that 'the sun will shine again in the Netherlands'.

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WATCH: Putin gets red-carpet welcome in Beijing

Russia's president met his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Thursday as the two pledged to deepen already close ties.

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15 EU countries call for the outsourcing of migration and asylum policy

Europe • 10:26 AM

The statement comes mere days after the bloc completed the New Pact on Migration and Asylum, capping almost four years of tough negotiations.

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In the 'WHO blockade' of Taiwan, everyone is a loser

If it had been left to public health experts to decide, perhaps Taiwan’s participation in the WHO would have long been settled as a non-issue, Ambassador Roy Lee writes.

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Battles rage in Ukraine as Russian forces advance in Kharkiv region

Europe • 10:21 AM

Thousands of Ukrainian civilians have been forced to flee savage fighting in the country's northeast.

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Meta’s platforms hit with two more DSA investigations

Business • 10:18 AM

The EU Commission starts probing platform's measures to protect minors.

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EasyJet share price sinks 6% as airline announces CEO will step down

Business • 10:06 AM

Shares in budget airline EasyJet fell 6% on Thursday morning after it announced that its CEO will be stepping down.

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Who is Russia's new defence minister Andrei Belousov, and why did Putin appoint him?

Europe • 10:04 AM

Putin's recent appointment of Belousov, a civilian, as Russia's new defence minister suggests a change in approach to the war at a critical time for Ukraine's under-resourced army.

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Who is Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico?

The populist leader is said to no longer be in a life-threatening condition after an assassination attempt on Wednesday.

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Latest news bulletin | May 16th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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French health groups put forward proposals to limit the damage of worsening drug shortages

Business • 9:56 AM

Pharmaceutical companies’ lack of transparency leads to rising drug prices and less control over public resources, the group of health organisations say.

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French football club owner Frank McCourt set for US TikTok bid

Business • 9:30 AM

The entrepreneur is preparing a consortium to buy TikTok as US President Joe Biden pushes the platform's China-based parent company to sell.

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London Craft Week celebrates its 10-year anniversary in style

Culture • 8:29 AM

London Craft Week kicked off this week bringing together over 1000 established and emerging makers and galleries. The festival runs until 19 May 2024.

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No grace period for DSA compliance in Ireland – Interview

Business • 7:31 AM

The Irish watchdog will go after breaches of EU platform rules, the new authority says.

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In Kenya, some sell medical data online to access doctor appointments

Business • 7:00 AM

The company behind the app says it helps more people get qualified medical attention without having to pay for it in cash.

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Rolls-Royce gets Poland's backing to drive forward nuclear power plants plan

Business • 6:49 AM

The Polish government is supporting a plan from Rolls-Royce to build nuclear power plants in the country.

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Have European royals taken part in pro-Palestine marches and accused Israel of genocide?

Europe • 6:00 AM

Social media users are wrongly claiming that the King of Denmark waved a Palestine flag at a protest in Copenhagen, while others incorrectly claim that the King of Spain has accused Israel of genocide. The Cube investigates.

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'We are grateful': Putin thanks China for Ukraine peace initiatives

The authoritarian leaders aim to underscore their unity during a two-day state visit.

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Simply the best: New study ranks top European capitals for art lovers

Culture • 5:15 AM

A recent study has unveiled the top 20 European capital cities for art aficionados - and Italy hasn't even made the first five.

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'Paintings on Paper': An intimate new Rothko exhibition opens at Oslo's National Museum

Culture • 5:00 AM

While best known for his large-scale rectangular colour fields, a new exhibition in Oslo highlights Rothko's more than 1,000 paintings on paper.

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UK taxpayers left on hold for 800 years, says spending watchdog

Business • 5:00 AM

In a damning report, the UK's public spending watchdog - the National Audit Office (NAO) found HM Revenue & Customs' (HMRC) customer service was "in a declining spiral" and had not met its goals for responding to taxpayer correspondence or telephone calls

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Latest news bulletin | May 16th – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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EU consumer groups call for DSA probe into Temu

Business • 4:30 AM

The Chinese online marketplace would lack information about product safety, among other things.

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European elections: What do voters want? and what do candidates promise?

Watch episode 11 of Euronews' guide on the European elections, taking place from June 6 to 9.

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Wednesday, may 15, 2024

In Banská Bystrica, Slovakian leaders ponder past mistakes as Fico fights for his life

A Euronews reporter was on the ground at the Roosevelt Hospital on Wednesday night while doctors were fighting for the life of Slovakia's PM Robert Fico. Here's what he saw.

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Francis Ford Coppola controversy breaks as veteran director allegedly kissed extras on set

Culture • 7:17 PM

Prior to the premiere of his latest epic 'Megalopolis', veteran filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola ('Apocalypse Now', 'The Godfather') is facing reports that he behaved inappropriately on set.

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Q&A: How did Slovakia become one of the most politically polarised countries in Europe?

Prominent Slovakian reporter Andrej Matišák tells Euronews about how his country has been engulfed by the wave of political polarisation sweeping across Europe.

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What do we know about Robert Fico's alleged shooter?

Slovakian media has identified the shooter as 71-year-old Juraj Cintula, a self-described writer who previously worked as a security guard and is allegedly linked to pro-Russian group Slovački branci.

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Buckingham Palace reveals first official portrait painting of King Charles III

Culture • 4:20 PM

The first official portrait painting of Britain's King Charles III has been revealed by Buckingham Palace. Artist Jonathan Yeo says the painting, like the subject, has evolved over time.

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WATCH: Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico shot and injured after meeting

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot and injured following a government meeting in Handlova, as confirmed by Parliamentary Vice-Chair Lubos Blaha.

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Latest news bulletin | May 15th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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‘Laptop squatters’: Cafes in Europe are fed up with space-hogging digital nomads

Some cafes have banned laptops completely while others charge an hourly rate for the privilege of using them.

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Great Escape music festival in doubt over artist exodus in protest of Israel link

Culture • 3:38 PM

In the UK, more than 100 artists have now withdrawn from the Great Escape music festival in protest against the event sponsor Barclays Bank because of its investment in arms companies which supply Israel.

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New dengue vaccine approved by WHO as 6.7 million cases reported in Americas

Business • 3:31 PM

Cases of dengue - which is transmitted through bites by infected mosquitos - are expected to rise globally due to climate change.

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Commissioner touts launch of critical raw material joint purchasing

Europe • 3:28 PM

EU executive will set a procurement system to secure supply of more than 30 critical raw minerals, similar to that applied to natural gas.

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Industry backers say Europe needs a carbon capture and storage tsar

Business • 3:26 PM

With real-world development lagging far behind the rhetoric of policy makers in Brussels, industry groups and big oil agree the EU needs a 'CCS tsar' to make the case for a climate solution that still attracts a lot of mistrust

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Q&A: After years of intimidation, a Georgian pro-democracy NGO faces the ultimate threat

A civil society activist tells Euronews how Georgia's ruling party began creating a hostile environment for foreign-funded NGOs long before the passage of the so-called "Russian law".

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Commerzbank notes highest numbers in more than a decade

Business • 2:44 PM

Although the current higher interest rate environment is favourable for Commerzbank, things could change if the European Central Bank decides to cut rates this summer.

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'Lone wolf' suspect charged in shooting of Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico

Authorities have charged a man in connection with the attempted assassination of Prime Minister Robert Fico who was shot on Wednesday, the country’s interior minister said.

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From Meryl Streep, Mad Max, #Metoo and Messi the dog: The talk of the town at Cannes Film Festival

Culture • 2:06 PM

The 77th Cannes Film Festival has begun with Meryl Streep receiving an honorary Palme D'Or after 35 years away from the croisette. There were also plaudits for highly anticipated return of Messi the dog and the new film from French surrealist Quentin Dupi

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EBRD reveals how sanctions on Russia has impacted its economy

Business • 1:40 PM

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has unveiled surprising growth forecasts for Russia as it examines the impact of sanctions on the country.

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Brussels asks EU countries to accept patients evacuated from Gaza

Europe • 1:23 PM

The call comes after the World Health Organisation said 9,000 Palestinians need urgent medical evacuation from the war-torn enclave.

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Slovak Prime Minister Fico in 'life threatening' condition, next hours decisive

Robert Fico is in a life-threatening condition, the Slovak government office said in an emailed statement.

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WATCH: Westminster Kennel Club, where canine history is made

The prestigious Westminster Kennel Club dog show, established in 1877, offers winners a trophy and a place in canine history.

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Diversity wins: Mixed breed dog takes top prize at America’s longest running dog show

Nimble powered through an obstacle course of jumps, tunnels and ramps in record time.

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European elections: What do voters want? and what do candidates promise?

Watch episode 10 of Euronews' guide on the European elections, taking place from June 6 to 9.

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Kharkiv crisis continues as Russia mounts most intense cross-border incursion to date

Over 7,500 residents have been evacuated as the crisis forces Zelenskyy to cancel his Spain and Portugal visit.

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Switzerland may have won Eurovision, but do streaming figures paint a different picture?

Culture • 11:12 AM

What does data from Spotify and TikTok show about the true popularity of winner Switzerland, fan favourites Ireland and Netherlands, and controversial entry Israel?

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Decline in luxury spending spells trouble for Burberry's bottom line

Business • 10:47 AM

The British fashion brand announces plummeting profits, with particularly poor sales reported in China.

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Nicolas Schmit: Socialists and Democrats won't do deals with far right after European elections

The S&D's lead candidate in the European elections outlined his views on revising the Migration Pact and opposing the far right to Global Conversation's Isabel da Silva Marques.

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European ports turned into car parks as EV makers hunt buyers

Business • 10:25 AM

Sales of electric cars in Europe are relatively low, but it is just one reason why the vehicles are piling up in Europe's major ports.

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WATCH: Brazilian dance craze created by youths in Rio’s favelas declared cultural heritage

Rio’s legislative assembly declared Passinho a state heritage through a law proposed by Rio state legislator Veronica Lima.

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Google to roll out AI-generated summaries at top of search engine

Business • 10:15 AM

The move is raising hopes for better results and concerns about a decrease in web traffic.

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Law passed in Georgia 'step in wrong direction,' says NATO spokesperson

Europe • 10:05 AM

The law requires media and NGOs to register as “pursuing the interests of a foreign power” if they receive more than 20% of their funding from abroad.

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Klaas Knot hints at ECB rate cut in June and calls for capital markets union

Business • 9:58 AM

Klaas Knot, President of De Nederlandsche Bank, anticipates a June ECB rate cut and has advocated for deeper financial integration through the capital markets union and banking union to enhance Europe's economic resilience and growth potential.

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Borrell denounces Georgia's 'Russian law' and demands its withdrawal

Europe • 9:37 AM

The statement came 24 hours after the law passed its third reading in the Georgian parliament.

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Commission forecasts inflation tumbling, despite oil price hike

Business • 9:05 AM

Inflation could be just 2.2% in the EU next year, as voters cite concerns over rising prices.

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German conglomerate Thyssenkrupp fails to cheer investors as sales fall

Business • 8:59 AM

CEO Miguel López says the firm performed "as planned" in the second quarter, although the market remains "gloomy".

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Stellantis and Leapmotor to sell electric cars in Europe from September

Business • 8:39 AM

European carmaker Stellantis on Tuesday said it had formed a joint venture with the Chinese electric vehicle startup Leapmotor that will begin selling EVs in nine European countries later this year.

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OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever is leaving the ChatGPT maker

Business • 8:20 AM

Ilya Sutskever, who co-founded OpenAI with Sam Altman, said he will work on a project that’s "personally meaningful".

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EBU woes deepen as two political parties slam exclusion from election debate

Europe • 6:59 AM

The broadcaster says only parliamentary groups fielding a lead candidate in June's election can be represented at the televised stand-off.

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Cannes 2024: ‘Le Deuxième Acte’ (‘The Second Act’) – Quentin Dupieux’s loopy take on Pirandello

Culture • 6:59 AM

The world’s burning and scandals may be brewing. Time for a comedy, as this year's Cannes Film Festival opens with a meta millefeuille from beloved French absurdist Quentin Dupieux.

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Bloc’s health budget facing uncertain future – EU official

Business • 6:56 AM

An unprecedented funding line for health in the current EU long-term budget will likely be a one-off, said a senior official mulling long-term financing more sustainable than EU funds alone.

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Copper surges towards record highs amid optimistic demand outlook

Business • 6:51 AM

Renewable energy, electric cars, and artificial intelligence (AI) are bolstering the demand outlook for copper, leading to a surge in the price of the industrial metal towards a new record high.

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'Rust' armorer appeals conviction in fatal shooting of cinematographer by Alec Baldwin

Culture • 6:43 AM

Alec Baldwin, who was holding the gun, maintains his innocence, while the weapons armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, faces an 18-month prison sentence.

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A Michelin-starred chef has space age plans to make dining out of this world

Culture • 6:00 AM

Danish chef Rasmus Munk is set to take his Michelin-star quality dining to space with a new project that will take diners up to the stratosphere to enjoy a meal unlike anything on Earth.

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8 MEPs who could dominate economic and finance policy after the elections

Europe • 6:00 AM

The EU’s 720 lawmakers will spend the next five years pondering issues including a digital euro and capital markets reform – but which MEPs will likely stand out?

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