Category: 3. Europe
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France reports first case of new mpox variant – POLITICO
Mpox clade Ib first emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is a subtype of clade I, a more severe form of mpox than clade II — the latter was behind the global outbreak in 2022. Mpox causes a painful rash with skin lesions that can last for two-to-four weeks, as well as other……
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US Steel and Nippon file lawsuit after Biden blocks merger deal
The firms accuse the Biden administration of blocking the merger for “purely political reasons”. Continue Reading
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France’s President Emmanuel Macron accused of ‘contempt’ over Africa remarks
Senegal and Chad have reacted strongly to remarks by French President Emmanuel Macron about African countries being ungrateful over France’s role in helping fight militant jihadist insurgencies. On Monday, Macron said that Sahel states “forgot” to thank France for its role, amid the continuing… Continue Reading
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Fancy buying the house made famous by the 'Breaking Bad' TV series?
The New Mexico property’s role in the long-running series featuring Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul has boosted its market value and made the unassuming house a piece of pop culture history. Continue Reading
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France reports first case of dangerous new mpox strain
France is the fifth country in Europe to detect the new mpox strain. ADVERTISEMENT France reported its first case of a new strain of mpox that has ravaged Central Africa over the past year, in a patient who had not travelled to the hotspot region. The patient in the French region of… Continue Reading
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Eurozone inflation bumps up again causing political discomfort – POLITICO
Inflation in the eurozone quickened in December for the second month in a row, as rising prices for energy and services kept it uncomfortably above the European Central Bank’s target. Consumer prices rose by 2.4 percent on an annual basis across the… Continue Reading
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Farage to Musk: We can still be friends
LONDON — Nigel Farage believes he can still “build bridges” with Elon Musk — despite the billionaire Donald Trump ally calling for his ouster. After weeks courting Musk’s support — and cash — the Reform UK leader and Musk’s burgeoning bromance appeared to hit the bumpers this… Continue Reading
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Famous donkey that inspired Eddie Murphy's character in ‘Shrek' dies aged 30
RIP Perry the miniature donkey, who inspired Eddie Murphy’s character in the Shrek films. Continue Reading
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Migrants stranded in Acapulco as Mexico implements ‘dispersion and exhaustion’ strategy
Many migrants, misled by promises of permits and support, face limited resources, unsafe conditions, and difficulty continuing their journeys. Continue Reading
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Meta adds Ultimate Fighting Championship boss to board as it courts Trump – POLITICO
“I’m excited to be a small part of the future of AI and emerging technologies,” White said on his Facebook page in response to his appointment. Last week, Meta appointed Joel Kaplan, who once served as former U.S. President George W. Bush’s White House deputy chief of staff, as its chief… Continue Reading