Two childhood friends wanted better, cooler earplugs—their startup brought in $44 million last year
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The 10 best images of Jupiter and its moons from NASA's Juno probe: Since 2016, the NASA mission has captured some awe-inspiring views of alien worlds and ...
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AI can apparently predict a person's political stance just by reading their face: That's according to a new study authored by researchers at the Graduate School ...
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Why do planes have those curved winglets?: Winglets are a multipurpose innovation that supposedly save billions of gallons of fuel and reduce turbulence
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Unemployment biggest worry in India, world's fastest growing economy: Reuters poll
reuters.com/world/india/unemployment-biggest-worry-india-worlds-fastest-growing-economy-2024-04-24/
Israel's economy is robust: After the terrorist attacks, Israel's economy and civil society are proving to be very robust. What's more ...
nzz.ch/meinung/israels-widerstandskraft-ist-ungebrochen-ld.1826806
Energy security: Habeck employees are said to have ignored concerns about the nuclear phase-out
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/soziales/robert-habeck-mitarbeiter-sollen-kritik-am-atom-aus-ignoriert-haben-a-f2fc858d-41f5-46e7-ac7c-12e9435a827f
How recommendation algorithms shape everything we interact with online: Quartz reporter Bruce Gil explains the formulas that influence what we stream, shop ...
qz.com/recommendation-algorithms-filter-online-1851426855
Equities platform Midas raises $45M Series A as fintech retains its sparkle in Turkey
techcrunch.com/2024/04/19/equities-platform-midas-raises-45m-series-a-as-fintech-retains-its-sparkle-in-turkey/
Quick Glance: Midas Raises $45M in Series A Funding
- A fintech startup called Midas has successfully raised $45 million in a funding round led by Portage Ventures of Canada. This enables investors in Turkey to invest in US and Turkish equities.
- With over 2 million users in Turkey's retail market, Midas offers lower transaction and commission fees for Turkish customers. Additionally, the company provides financial content, real-time stock market data and news, as well as company profiles to educate the market.
- The new funding is intended to introduce three new products: cryptocurrency trading, mutual funds, and savings accounts. Midas plans to expand beyond Turkey and target countries in the MENA region.
- Other participants in the round included International Finance Corporation, Spark Capital, Earlybird Digital East Fund, and Revo Capital. Previously, Midas had already completed a $11 million seed round in 2022 and aims to strengthen its presence in the Turkish financial sector.
Belgian acquitted of drunk driving because his body creates alcohol: A Belgian man was acquitted of drunk driving on Monday because he suffers from auto-brewery ...
reuters.com/world/europe/belgian-acquitted-drunk-driving-because-his-body-creates-alcohol-2024-04-22/
Reasons to be cheerful about Generation Z: They are not doomed to be poor and anxious
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/reasons-to-be-cheerful-about-generation-z
China: Economy outperforms first quarter forecasts: Strong performance in the manufacturing sector as well as new infrastructure projects helped China's ...
dw.com/en/china-economy-outperforms-first-quarter-forecasts/a-68835129
Bitcoin drops below $60,000 as nerves set in before the big 'halving' event: Bitcoin "halving," which is set to take place this week, is taking a toll on the ...
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Quick Glance: Bitcoin 'Halving' Completed, CoinGecko Reports
- Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, completed its 'halving' on Friday, a phenomenon that occurs roughly every four years according to CoinGecko.
- Following the 'halving', Bitcoin remained relatively stable, dropping by 0.47% to $63,747.
- The 'halving' was integrated into Bitcoin's code at its inception to reduce the rate of new Bitcoins being created.
- Experts are divided on whether the upcoming 'halving' will boost Bitcoin's price, with some viewing it as already factored in, while others remain skeptical.
Belgian Raphaël Liégeois receives his ESA astronaut diploma: "The basic astronaut training was intense, highlighting the importance of teamwork and ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1016476/belgian-raphael-liegeois-receives-his-esa-astronaut-diploma
Belgian Man’s Drunken Driving Defense: His Body Made the Alcohol: A 40-year-old man was acquitted of a drunken driving offense after doctors confirmed he had a ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/world/europe/belgian-man-drunk-driving-alcohol.html
This explorer and conservationist is training citizen scientists to save the planet
weforum.org/agenda/2024/02/citizen-science-data-collection-training/
The Belgian perk of choice? Meal vouchers widespread in Brussels and Wallonia: Belgians prefer meal vouchers over better compensation and additional holidays ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1019696/the-belgian-perk-of-choice-meal-vouchers-widespread-in-brussels-and-wallonia
Belgian leader announces probe into suspected Russian interference in EU elections
apnews.com/article/eu-elections-russia-interference-f0962ec30ba2ec3833f755ccdc8bc6b2
Firebrand ex-Arm China CEO founds RISC-V processor startup: Allen Wu, former CEO of Arm China, founds RISC-V technology startup, set to rival Arm.
tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/firebrand-ex-arm-china-ceo-founds-risc-v-processor-startup
Sand sculpture festival on Belgian beach takes visitors around the world: Visitors can not only admire the sand sculptures but also take part in workshops to ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1018310/sand-sculpture-festival-on-belgian-beach-takes-visitors-on-world-tour
Belgium to accelerate efforts to deliver F-16 jets to Ukraine in 2024: The Belgian government has decided to accelerate the supply of its own F-16 fighter jets ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453186/
Belgian boxer Antoine Vanackère crowned IBF International Super Lightweight Champion
brusselstimes.com/sports/1015506/belgian-boxer-antoine-vanackere-crowned-ibf-international-super-lightweight-champion
More Belgians in work and with higher education qualifications, according to census
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1018244/more-belgians-in-work-and-with-higher-education-qualifications
Ancient Greek theater to flood the streets of Ghent: The Belgian city of Ghent is hosting a festival dedicated to ancient Greek drama, presenting the entire ...
ekathimerini.com/culture/1237188/ancient-greek-theater-to-flood-the-streets-of-ghent/
Nigel Farage returns to Brussels with disruptive circus antics: Stand off between organisers and police at controversial right wing conference
irishtimes.com/world/europe/2024/04/16/nigel-farage-returns-to-brussels-with-disruptive-circus-antics/
Quick Glance: Brussels Police Shut Down Right-Wing Conference with Farage and Braverman
- Brussels police stormed a right-wing conference attended by Nigel Farage and Suella Braverman after orders for the event to be shut down.
- The controversial National Conservatism Conference was closed to ensure public safety.
- Despite police arriving and giving attendees 15 minutes to leave, speeches continued.
- The conference, hosted by Viktor Orban and the Edmund Burke Foundation, aimed to strengthen national conservatism principles in Western countries.
The weight loss drug Ozempic is not linked to suicidal thoughts, regulators say: The European Medicines Agency announced the findings of its nine-month review
qz.com/ema-ozempic-suicidal-thoughts-1851406145
Belgian agency aid worker killed in Gaza: The Belgian foreign minister summoned Israel’s ambassador in response to the death of the agency employee.
politico.eu/article/belgium-summons-israeli-ambassador-following-death-of-its-aid-worker-in-gaza/
Belgium’s oldest war veteran dies at 107: Albert Van Raedmonck, Belgium’s oldest man and war veteran, has died at a residential home in Sint-Niklaas ...
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Bob MacIntyre and Thomas Detry shoot 62 in first round of Zurich Classic: Scot and Belgian card an eagle and eight birdies in PGA Tour event in New Orleans
scotsman.com/sport/golf/bob-macintyre-and-thomas-detry-shoot-62-in-first-round-of-zurich-classic-4605744
Belgian man whose body produces alcohol in rare condition cleared of drunk driving
itv.com/news/2024-04-23/man-whose-body-produces-alcohol-in-rare-condition-cleared-of-drunk-driving
EU activates crisis response corps to fight Russian interference: x
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/eu-activates-crisis-response-corps-to-fight-russian-interference/
Four Belgian universities feature in top 50 courses globally: Out of over 16,400 courses worldwide, 71 feature in the top 100, making Belgium the eighth-best ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1001398/four-belgian-universities-feature-in-top-50-courses-globally
Nutri-Score on packaging contributes to healthier food choices, survey shows: People's purchase intentions for healthier foods with Nutri-Score A and B were ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium-news/1022881/nutri-score-on-packaging-contributes-to-healthier-food-choices-survey-shows
Belgium opens probe into Russian ‘interference’ in European Parliament: Belgian prosecutors have opened a probe into Russian “interference” in the European ...
france24.com/en/europe/20240412-belgium-opens-probes-russian-interference-european-parliament
Where do your taxes go in Belgium?: We all know that taxes are high in Belgium, but where does the money end up? From pensions to defence ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/973648/where-do-your-taxes-go-in-belgium
Portuguese scientist wins European Seagull Screeching Championship in Belgium: A Belgian participant dressed up as a seagull with feathers and won the bronze ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1016383/portuguese-scientist-wins-european-seagull-screeching-championship-in-belgium
China will remain the world's No. 1 growth driver, says the Asian Development Bank
cnbc.com/2024/04/11/china-will-still-be-the-worlds-top-growth-driver-says-the-adb.html
Quick Glance: ADB Forecasts Developing Asia Growth at 4.9% in 2024, Risks Persist
- ADB raised its growth forecast for Developing Asia to 4.9% in 2024, highlighting ongoing challenges like escalating geopolitical tensions.
- China remains a concern for regional growth due to a prolonged property crisis and other issues.
- The ADB predicts regional inflation to decrease to 3.0% by 2025.
- Detailed GDP growth and inflation forecasts for various Asian countries were also provided.
Broadband ‘nutrition labels’ are now mandatory: Internet companies are required to display labels featuring prices, introductory rates and broadband speeds
qz.com/internet-broadband-fcc-rule-nutrition-labels-1851400144
Quick Glance: Broadband customers receive detailed price and performance information
- Starting today, the transparency of broadband services for internet users is being enhanced.
- The Federal Communications Commission has mandated that broadband providers must display all details regarding the pricing and performance of their services in clear labels.
- These labels provide clear and easily understandable information about price, speed, data allowances, and other aspects of high-speed internet service.
- The Affordable Connectivity Program has already enrolled over 23 million households across all 50 states, territories, and federally recognized tribal lands.
Belgian agency aid worker dies in Gaza, Belgium summons Israeli ambassador - report
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-798644
Belgium declares war on MEPs who took Russian 'cash': Belgian spies have evidence MEPs took Russian money, Belgium's prime minister has said ...
euobserver.com/world/158351
Proximus sees revenues rise by 4.5% in first quarter: The Belgian group said that its success was due to continued customer growth, as well as price increases ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1022922/proximus-sees-revenues-rise-by-4-5-in-first-quarter
Four Belgian universities feature in top 50 courses globally: Out of over 16,400 courses worldwide, 71 feature in the top 100, making Belgium the eighth-best ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1001398/four-belgian-universities-feature-in-top-50-courses-globally
Oldest man in Belgium passes away at 107: Although he faced many hardships throughout his life, Albert Van Raemdonck often said the secret to his long life was ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1016269/oldest-man-in-belgium-passes-away-at-107-tbtb
'Child of divorce': If Belgium splits, what happens to Brussels?: Flemish nationalist parties are on track to (again) become the biggest winners of the election ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1002349/child-of-divorce-if-belgium-splits-what-would-happen-to-brussels
More Belgian employees cycling to work due to increased incentives: The fact that all workers are now entitled to a bicycle allowance from their employer ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1006358/more-belgian-employees-cycling-to-work-due-to-increased-incentives
Belgian artist Tom Herck to showcase work at Venice Biennale
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/1012419/belgian-artist-tom-herck-to-showcase-work-at-venice-biennale
BNP Paribas to acquire Fosun's 9% stake in Belgiuan insurer Ageas: BNP Paribas has signed an agreement with China's Fosun Group to acquire its 9% stake in ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/bnp-paribas-acquire-fosuns-9-stake-belgiuan-insurer-ageas-2024-04-14/
Freedom of speech? Belgian antifascists respond to attacks after far-right 'NatCons' fundraiser
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011516/freedom-of-speech-belgian-antifascists-respond-to-attacks-after-far-right-natcons-fundraiser
Belgian video game Baldur's Gate 3 wins big at BAFTA awards in London: Belgium's Larian Studios picked up multiple awards at the annual BAFTA ceremony on ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1003158/belgian-video-game-baldurs-gate-3-wins-big-at-bafta-awards-in-london
Why Belgian museums need to confront their looted African trophies
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/1010219/why-belgian-museums-need-to-confront-their-looted-african-trophies
Hidden Belgium: A war walk in the Ardennes: The course of the fighting is explained in a series of information panels along the 7km trail.
brusselstimes.com/hidden-belgium/1011543/hidden-belgium-a-war-walk-in-the-ardennes-2
Another Belgian MP falls victim to Chinese cyberattack: "I don't intend to give in and will continue to express my opinion on Taiwan and on the situation of ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1021142/another-belgian-mp-falls-victim-to-chinese-cyberattack
Political storm erupts after police ordered to shut down hard-right NatCon conference in Brussels
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Belgian king laments 'loss of faith' in democratic institutions ｜ DPA: The Belgian king said the public had lost trust in democratic institutions in a ...
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‘Ridiculous own goal’: Brussels mayor gives Europe’s hard-right a free hit before EU election
politico.eu/article/ridiculous-own-goal-brussels-mayors-give-europe-hard-right-nationalists-free-hit-before-eu-election/
'Child of divorce': If Belgium splits, what happens to Brussels?: Flemish nationalist parties are on track to (again) become the biggest winners of the election ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1002349/child-of-divorce-if-belgium-splits-what-would-happen-to-brussels
Roots in Tune – Peter Smyth on a diverse musical initiative : Belgian fiddle player and composer promote intercultural connections in a parish hall in Roundwood
irishtimes.com/opinion/an-irish-diary/2024/04/22/roots-in-tune-peter-smyth-on-a-diverse-musical-initiative/
Imperial Chinese wine jar stolen from Belgian museum: The significant piece recognised as a “treasure” was acquired by Belgian industrialist Raoul Warocqué ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1015440/imperial-chinese-wine-jar-stolen-from-belgian-museum
Investigators want to solve several suspicious deaths in Belgian nursing home: All victims targeted in murder attempts had been diagnosed with hypoglycaemia ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1014502/investigators-want-to-solve-several-suspicious-deaths-in-belgian-nursing-home-in-2020
New platform to help Brussels residents have their say in local projects : Participatory democracy is a way for non-Belgian nationals, who cannot vote in ...
brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/1019931/new-platform-launched-to-help-brussels-residents-have-their-say-in-local-projects
Le Chou: Brussels Beer Police Arrest Nigel Farage: Belgian Boys In Blue Arrest Brexit Bloke After Farage Orders Pint Of Heineken In Brussels Bar
brusselstimes.com/column/1010015/brussels-beer-police-arrest-nigel-farage
The Mundaneum, the knowledge catalogue that anticipated the Internet: More than a century ago, Belgians developed an archive system that would become a precursor ...
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/994688/the-mundaneum-the-knowledge-catalogue-that-anticipated-the-internet
The Mundaneum, the knowledge catalogue that anticipated the Internet: More than a century ago, Belgians developed an archive system that would become a precursor ...
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/994688/the-mundaneum-the-knowledge-catalogue-that-anticipated-the-internet
Club Brugge reach UEFA Conference League semi-finals: After a controversial first leg, the Belgian side beat PAOK 0-2 in Thessaloniki and will play Fiorentina in ...
brusselstimes.com/sports/1012810/club-brugge-reach-uefa-conference-league-semi-finals
Belgian drug trafficker arrested in Berlin: Tom M. had been on the run since September 2020.
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1013457/belgian-drug-trafficker-arrested-in-berlin
Courtois can return next week: Ancelotti: "He's well, I think he will be available to travel with us next week (to Munich) and he can play against Cadiz ...
thedailystar.net/sports/football/news/courtois-can-return-next-week-ancelotti-3595576
EU Belgian Presidency has successfully closed 67 legislative files so far: Belgian Foreign Minister Hadja Lahbib noted that the Presidency is currently ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1003363/eu-belgian-presidency-successfully-closes-67-legislative-files-in-mid-term-report
OpenAI bids for Japan business as it opens Tokyo office: Microsoft backed artificial intelligence startup OpenAI made a pitch for business in Japan on Monday as ...
reut.rs/3TXmsee
Co-working startup plans huge expansion of clubs in Atlanta, Nashville and other cities
ajc.com/news/business/switchyards-to-expand-co-working-clubs-in-atlanta-nashville-charlotte-and-other-cities/DDCXZWN5FZAF5EBIHPR6PT6EOQ/
EU should use 'all means' to end war in Gaza: Belgian minister: The EU should use "all means" possible to end the violence in Gaza, including sanctions ...
euobserver.com/world/158333
Postal strike to disrupt mail deliveries in Brussels: A strike by postal workers at Bpost is expected to disrupt mail deliveries in the Belgian capital this week ...
thebulletin.be/postal-strike-disrupt-mail-deliveries-brussels
Belgian politicians urged again to better protect vulnerable undocumented migrants
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011412/belgian-politicians-urged-again-to-better-protect-vulnerable-undocumented-migrants
Chinese EV startup Nio sets starting price for new version of ET7 sedan: Chinese electric vehicle (EV) startup Nio has set the starting price of the new version ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/chinese-ev-startup-nio-sets-starting-price-new-version-et7-sedan-2024-04-25/
Turkish startup ikas attracts $20M for its e-commerce platform designed for small businesses
techcrunch.com/2024/04/10/turkey-ikas-20m-fundraise/
Pressure grows to cancel far-right 'NatCons' fundraiser in Brussels next week: From Orbán to Farage and Zemmour, the populist far-right will congregate at ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1001669/pressure-grows-to-cancel-far-right-natcons-fundraiser-in-brussels-next-week
Brasschaat: A night in the suburbs of Antwerp: This is leafy green suburbia at its finest, full of walnut trees, prosecco parties and Dutch tax avoiders.
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/1004876/brasschaat-a-night-in-the-suburbs-of-antwerp
‘It’s an honest price – we’ve no reason to charge another €10 or €15 for B&B just because we can’
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'I am happy NatCon was able to go ahead,' says Belgian Prime Minister De Croo: De Croo addressed parliament over the controversial events surrounding the ...
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