Good morning, we're back and we have a new draft text first thing today - with mixed reactions. We'll go through the details shortly but the topline is that text does call for countries to transition away from fossil fuels. Though phase out or phase down language still isn't in there, it's definitely stronger than the last version. It is early in Dubai, people are still reading over … [Περισσότερα...]
Spotlight of Greek banking sector at the Capital Link Forum in New York
The belief that Greek banks are now in a much more attractive and advantageous position, leaving the climate of uncertainty behind them, was expressed by the speakers on the panel at the 25th Capital Link Investment Forum in New York. During the discussion, the positive developments in the Greek banking system and its further growth prospects in a more favorable environment were mentioned. Of … [Περισσότερα...]
Far-right lawmaker extinguishes Hanukkah candles in Polish parliament
A far-right lawmaker in the Polish parliament on Tuesday extinguished candles on a menorah that were lit for the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, creating disruption and scandal as a new pro-EU government was beginning its work. A far-right lawmaker in the Polish parliament on Tuesday extinguished candles on a menorah that were lit for the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, creating disruption and scandal … [Περισσότερα...]
Zelenskyy meets Biden and US lawmakers with aid for Ukraine at risk of collapse
President Joe Biden's request for an additional $110 billion US aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security needs is at serious risk of collapse in Congress His country's future at stake, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used inspirational words, resolve and a nod to Christmas in appealing Tuesday to leaders in Congress for US aid for his fighters in the war with … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek Transport Minister announces Ano Liossia-Megara suburban railway upgrade
The benefits of upgrading the Ano Liossia-Megara suburban railway line were presented to the Parliament's Standing Committee on Production & Trade by Transport & Infrastructure Minister Christos Staikouras and Deputy Minister Christina Alexopoulou on Tuesday, ANA reports. Staikouras said that the project concerns the construction of a new suburban railway line segment from Ano Liossia to … [Περισσότερα...]
WATCH: Far-right Polish MP expelled from parliament for extinguishing Hanukkah candles
A far-right lawmaker in the Polish parliament used a fire extinguisher on Tuesday and put out a candle on a menorah that was lit for the Jewish holiday Hanukkah.All major political forces quickly denounced the incident carried out by Grzegorz Braun, and said there would be no tolerance for anti-semitic and xenophobic behaviour in the Sejm, the Polish parliament.The speaker of the parliament, … [Περισσότερα...]
Foie gras one of the star products of Christmas divides the French
Foie gras, one of the star products of Christmas, divides the French. There are those who cannot live without it and those who have stopped consuming it due to the animal abuse that its production entails. In France, a crucial element gracing most Christmas tables is foie gras, a product widely consumed during the holiday season. However, some eyebrows are raised when the question of how … [Περισσότερα...]
New AI widget mAigov presented by E-Gov minister launched on Tuesday
Greece's online public services platform gov. gr launched its first artificial intelligence assistant, mAIgov.gr, which was presented by Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou on Tuesday, ANA reports. Incorporated into the digital platform's home page as an on-screen widget, the AI assistant operates as a helper that processes users' queries and directs them to the appropriate section … [Περισσότερα...]
Madrid's Prado Museum reveals the hidden backside of art masterpieces
Updated: 12/12/2023 - 18:54 A new exhibition at Madrid's Prado museum is throwing a spotlight on the reverse side of around 100 paintings, letting visitors see labels, seals and sketches that are usually hidden from view. Source: euronews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
SETE conference on tourism focuses on challenges in Greek destination sustainability
Policies related to the sustainability of Greek destinations and actions assumed by tourism businesses will play the role of catalyst shortly, Greek ministers said at the tourism section at a congress of the Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE) on Tuesday, ANA reports. SETE's one-day annual conference related to a productive dialog for the next day in tourism titled "Reframing Tourism". … [Περισσότερα...]
Planned EU foreign influence law will not criminalise or discriminate, Brussels says
The European Commission has defended its controversial plans to step up the fight against covert foreign influence with stringent new transparency rules for foreign-backed lobbies. Unveiled by the European Commission in Strasbourg on Tuesday, the planned law would require the bloc's 27 countries to ensure organisations and individuals lobbying on behalf of non-EU countries declare their … [Περισσότερα...]
'Scandalous and misleading': Věra Jourová excoriates Hungary's anti-EU campaign
Věra Jourová, the vice president of the European Commission in charge of values of transparency, publicly excoriated Hungary's anti-EU campaign, calling it misleading and replete with "verifiable lies." "This billboard campaign is outrageous and scandalous. And this campaign is offending my boss Ursula von der Leyen, it's offending me as well, and I think most, if not all, the members of the … [Περισσότερα...]
West Nile virus on the rise in Europe, finds authority
While it is only the third most reported disease transmitted from animals to humans, infections by mosquitos carrying the West Nile virus are growing in the EU, according to the EU Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Cases of mosquito-borne West Nile virus saw a more than sevenfold increase in 2022 on the previous year mainly due to an epidemic outbreak involving Italy and Greece, according to the … [Περισσότερα...]
Dutch counterterror agency raises national threat alert to second-highest level
The ongoing conflict in Israel, Quran desecrations in Europe, and increased threats from jihadism, along with recent attacks in nearby countries, have made the Netherlands counterterrorism agency raise its security level. The Dutch National Coordinator for Counterterrorism and Security has elevated the threat alert for the Netherlands to its second-highest level, citing a substantial risk of a … [Περισσότερα...]
Prosecutors in Germany charge 27 in far-right coup plot
Nine of those suspects are accused of belonging to a terrorist organisation with the aim of 'doing away by force with the existing state order in Germany.' German prosecutors said on Tuesday they have filed terrorism charges against 27 people, including a self-styled prince and a former far-right lawmaker, in connection with an alleged plot to topple the government that came to light with a … [Περισσότερα...]
Paris, Madrid, Amsterdam: Europe is home to 63 of the top 100 city destinations in the world
An Eastern European capital has been named one of the top 100 city destinations worldwide, while Paris takes the crown. Europe is home to 63 of the top 100 city destinations in the world, according to a new ranking.Compiled by global market research company Euromonitor International, the Top 100 City Destinations Index compares tourism, sustainability and economic performance in metropolises … [Περισσότερα...]
Latest news bulletin | December 12th – Evening
Top News Stories Today Updated: 12/12/2023 - 18:30 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...]
Greece bans all football fans from Super League games following wave of 'extreme violence'
The crackdown comes after years of clashes between ultras and police forces, but fans blame the government for failing to address "a deep social problem". Greece has introduced emergency legislation to ban all fans from its top football tournament, the Super League.Athens announced the crackdown after the hospitalisation in a coma of a young police officer on Thursday.The man was hit by a … [Περισσότερα...]
Asylum seeker dies on Bibby Stockholm 'floating prison' housing migrants in UK
Several human rights organisations have previously reported suicidal thoughts among residents, but claim that these warnings have been ignored by the authorities. An asylum seeker has died on the Bibby Stockholm, the giant boat chartered by Rishi Sunak's government, and a police investigation has been launched into the incident, British officials said on Tuesday.The Home Office said police had … [Περισσότερα...]
11 tonnes of Albanian mafia cocaine seized on Spanish coast
This was the largest seizure ever made in Galicia, a region that has long served as a gateway to Europe for cocaine from Latin America and highlights the power of the so-called 'Balkan cartel'. Eleven tonnes of cocaine imported by Albanian criminal organisations have been seized in Spain in two operations, the Spanish police announced on Tuesday, highlighting the importance of Balkan mafias in … [Περισσότερα...]
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