For the first time, doctors used the nerve meant to control one part of the body in the hope that it would be able to control another. An Italian man may regain the use of his paralysed hand after having surgery at a hospital in Turin that used nerves from his partly amputated leg.Marcello Gaviglio, a 55-year-old healthcare worker, lost the use of both of his hands and had to have his left leg … [Περισσότερα...]
Why betting on the travel sector paid off big this year
Euronews Business takes a closer look at how airline and hospitality stocks did in 2023. As hospitality and airline stocks still basked in the travel rebound that followed the COVID-19 pandemic, an industry-wide rally unfolded during the year. Cruise operators such as Carnival and travel booking and aggregator sites such as Expedia scooped most of the gains.International travel is relatively … [Περισσότερα...]
Culture Minister: Greece willing to lend British Museum treasures for Parthenon Marbles
Culture Minister Lina Mendoni, who has said the Parthenon Marbles kept in the British Museum for 200 years were stolen, said Greece nonetheless is willing to lend the institution valuable artifacts to have the marbles returned. It wasn’t clear if that would be permanent or a loan of the type that Museum Chairman George Osborne has offered, with the idea of a “reunification” bandied about and Greek … [Περισσότερα...]
Ukrainian grain ship hits Russian mine in Black Sea
Russia's attempts to control the flow of critically important grain via Ukrainian ports have been a key part of its war strategy. A civilian cargo ship struck a Russian mine in the Black Sea near Ukraine's Danube ports on Thursday, officials and analysts said, in an incident that underscored the dangers faced by those exporting Ukrainian grain during the war.The Panama-flagged vessel struck … [Περισσότερα...]
Romania, Bulgaria to partially enter Schengen after striking deal with Austria
Romania and Bulgaria have struck an agreement with Austria to partially join Europe's borderless Schengen travel zone by March 2024, Bucharest and Sofia have confirmed. The political agreement will allow Romania and Bulgaria to join the Schengen zone by air and sea only, with further negotiations to follow on land borders, the Romanian interior ministry said Wednesday.Austria had been … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek Tourism and Education ministers discuss ways to promote sector studies
Ways to improve tourism education and training were the focus of a discussion between Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni and Education, Religion, and Sports Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis on Thursday, ANA reports.Kefalogianni pointed out that improving tourism studies and increasing the skills of tourism workers were closely linked to attempts to improve Greece's tourism brand, which was a priority … [Περισσότερα...]
Shakira’s hometown unveils a giant statue of Colombian pop star
The pop superstar took to X - formerly Twitter - to thank the bronze statue's creators for the tribute. Pop star Shakira has been immortalised in her Colombian hometown of Barranquilla, where officials unveiled a giant bronze statue of the music diva known around the world for her catchy tunes and exhilarating moves.The six-metre (20-feet) tall monument depicts the multiple Grammy and Latin … [Περισσότερα...]
Court lifts halt on sale of two Apple Watch models over patent dispute
The court’s action will allow sales of two Apple Watch models to resume after they were stopped last week. Two higher-end models of the Apple Watch can go on sale again after a federal court temporarily lifted a sales halt ordered by the International Trade Commission over a patent dispute.The federal agency ordered the halt in October to block Apple from using specific technologies … [Περισσότερα...]
Singer eyed as Israel's Eurovision entry dies fighting in Gaza
The Israeli military reservist successfully auditioned for Israel's pick for next year's Eurovision Song Contest, to be held next year in Sweden - amidst calls the contest should be boycotted due to Israel’s inclusion. An Israeli military reservist, Shaul Greenglick, 26, has been killed in the Gaza Strip just weeks after he successfully auditioned on a TV show that picks the country's … [Περισσότερα...]
Gaston Glock, the Austrian developer of the Glock handgun, dies at 94
Established in 1963 near Vienna, Glock's company revolutionised small arms, expanding globally with a U.S. subsidiary in 1985. Gaston Glock, the Austrian billionaire and developer of the handgun that bears his name, has died aged 94. Glock handguns, recognised for their lightweight design, affordability, and reliability, have been embraced by police, security forces, criminals and many … [Περισσότερα...]
Does owning a pet help prevent dementia among the elderly?
A recent study has found that looking after a pet - particularly among single and elderly people - could help slow down rates of cognitive decline. We all know the saying “dogs are for life, not just for Christmas”.That phrase is particularly pertinent this year, as new research has shown owning dogs and other household pets can help keep the mind active in later life.Dogs are well known for … [Περισσότερα...]
Latest news bulletin | December 28th – Midday
Top News Stories Today Updated: 28/12/2023 - 12:33 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. ...More Source: euronews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Polish president tangles with new government in state media battle
Disagreements over funding are proving to be a headache for newly-elected Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Poland's political battle over state media is continuing as the new pro-European Union government put them in a state of liquidation, after the president blocked funding.Newly elected Prime Minister Donald Tusk is seeking to free the media from the political control of Law and Justice … [Περισσότερα...]
Turkey increases minimum wage by 49%
A substantial rise in the Turkish minimum wage before the mayoral elections will offer relief to households but also present challenges in managing inflation. Turkey’s government will raise the minimum wage by almost half to ₺17,002 (€520) per month next year, to compensate for the skyrocketing inflation in the country, some 62% in November 2023. The sharp increase aims to help with the … [Περισσότερα...]
John Cleese apologises for comparing Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler
The former Monty Python comedian posted a list of ways in which Hitler was "preferable" to Trump - and apologised four minutes later. Former Monty Python John Cleese has apologised after posting a list of ways in which Adolf Hitler was “preferable” to Donald Trump.The comedian posted the original message on his X account yesterday (Wednesday 27 December), before apologising a few minutes … [Περισσότερα...]
Red Sea: All you need to know about the crisis hampering world trade
This article was originally published in Italian Attacks by Houthis have severely disrupted shipping in the Red Sea, a vital waterway that accounts for 12% of world trade. The Houthis, a rebel movement in Yemen, have been attacking merchant ships in the Red Sea for over a month now. In a televised announcement, they vowed to join the Hamas Israel war and protect … [Περισσότερα...]
‘Localised tornado’ rips roofs off houses as Storm Gerrit sweeps across UK
The Scottish Green party has said climate change could be to blame for the storm. A ‘localised tornado’ has severely damaged homes in Greater Manchester as Storm Gerrit batters the UK.Thousands of people are also without power and travel has been plunged into chaos across the country.Scotland has experienced heavy snowfall as well as high winds and torrential rain.Electricity outages have … [Περισσότερα...]
These are the paradigm shifts Israel urgently needs
The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent in any way the editorial position of Euronews. Victory for Israel is not just on the battlefield — it is also through regional reconsideration and a shared desire for life, prosperity, creative development, and a better future, Erel Margalit writes. The 7 October massacre committed by … [Περισσότερα...]
Stigma against gay men could worsen Congo's biggest mpox outbreak, scientists warn
As Congo copes with its biggest outbreak of mpox, scientists warn discrimination against gay and bisexual men on the continent could make it worse. Mpox, also known as monkeypox, was first reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) as spreading via sex in Congo in November. That is a significant departure from previous flare-ups, where the virus mainly sickened people in contact with … [Περισσότερα...]
Which countries attract more talent? European regions dominate the top 25
Which countries attract and retain more talent, and how will the talent acquisition landscape change in the next 10 years? Euronews Business takes a look. Switzerland, Singapore, and the United States are in prominent positions in attracting and nurturing talent, according to the Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI) 2023.The top 10 also feature Denmark, the Netherlands, Finland, Norway, … [Περισσότερα...]
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