Category: 3. Europe
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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
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Moldova accuses Russia of provoking crisis in Transnistria
On the first day of the new year, Moscow halted gas supplies to Moldova’s pro-Russian separatist territory. For Moldova’s Prime Minister Dorin Recean, the Kremlin aims to destabilise the pro-European government in Chisinau. Continue Reading
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Bird flu: US reports first human death from H5N1 amid dairy cattle outbreak
US public health agencies said the risk to the general public remains low. ADVERTISEMENT The first human death from bird flu has been recorded in the US, amid concerns that the virus could become more transmissible among people. The patient, who was over 65 and had underlying health… Continue Reading
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How Elon Musk took over British politics – POLITICO
Listen to Politics At Jack And Sam’s on your podcast app Sky News’ deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard are back for 2025 with their guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. As the prime minister attacked those… Continue Reading
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Aubrey Plaza issues first statement since death of husband Jeff Baena
Filmmaker Jeff Baena, 47, was pronounced dead on Friday at a home in Los Angeles, with a medical examiner ruling that he had taken his own life. His wife, actress Aubrey Plaza, has issued a statement. Continue Reading
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Bitcoin regains key level amid renewed Investor Interest
Bitcoin price reclaimed the $100,000 (€96,300) mark on Monday, triggered by a sharp retreat in the US dollar. However, the rally may not be sustained due to a relatively low trading volume and the lack of a fresh catalyst. ADVERTISEMENT Bitcoin experienced a notable resurgence on… Continue Reading
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Blinken seeks to strengthen relations with Japan in final visit
There have been tensions in the Pacific region recently, with Russia allegedly providing North Korea with military equipment and training. Continue Reading
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Which European countries were most exposed to disinformation last year? | Radio Schuman
As major election year, disinformation played a crucial role worldwide in 2024, including in the European continent, where European Union and several national elections took place. Continue Reading