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Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses: Former U.S. vice president calls on Congress to approve funding for Ukraine aid ...
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Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses
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"Exaggerated": France's assessment of the Iranian attack on Israel: France and Britain agree that the Iranian attack on Israel was "excessive".
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Livestreamer Jayner Teh, Wang Lei's ex-disciple, apologises to Chan Brothers for Europe tour saga
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Livestreamer Jayner Teh, Wang Lei's ex-disciple, apologises to Chan ...
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Many in Europe call for Gaza ceasefire: There were pro-Palestinian demonstrations in London and Rome - and protests in Berlin against the ban on the "Palestine ...
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Many in Europe call for Gaza ceasefire
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Russia destroys important Ukrainian power plant: Ukraine's electricity supply remains in Russia's crosshairs. An important coal-fired power plant near Kiev was ...
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Russia destroys important Ukrainian power plant
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The ‘World’s First NFT Restaurant’ Is Selling Memberships for U.S. Dollars Now: Flyfish Club, which billed itself as "the world's first NFT restaurant ...
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The ‘World’s First NFT Restaurant’ Is Selling Memberships for U.S ...
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Bitcoin is about to hit an event called the halving — and it may spark a huge rally
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Bitcoin is about to hit an event called the halving — and it may spark a ...
Quick Glance: Bitcoin Halving: Impacts and Debates
  • Bitcoin is about to undergo a halving event that may trigger a significant rally.

  • The halving effectively reduces the supply of new bitcoins, increasing their value.

  • Previous halvings led to rallies, but debates on the impact on energy consumption persist.

  • Experts speculate on the price effects, energy efficiency, and future acceptance of Bitcoin.
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What Is Bitcoin (BTC) ‘Halving’? Does It Push Up the Cryptocurrency’s Price?: Bitcoin is notoriously volatile, prone to sudden price surges and swift reversals ...
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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.
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Bitcoin Halving: 4 Things That Will Happen After This Week's Big Crypto Event: The long-awaited bitcoin halving is set to occur later this week ...
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Bitcoin Halving: 4 Things That Will Happen After This Week's Big Crypto ...
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Bitcoin XBTUSD Halving Cuts Supply of New Tokens in Threat to Miners: A highly anticipated Bitcoin software update called the “halving” has been completed ...
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Bitcoin XBTUSD Halving Cuts Supply of New Tokens in Threat to Miners
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Liam Dann: are we witnessing the death of paper money?: Veteran financial journalist Liam Dann returns to the show to shine a light on left-field economic news ...
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Liam Dann: are we witnessing the death of paper money?
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Lamb, bungy jumping and crypto: Meat exports and tourism are major foreign exchange earners for New Zealand but is the country missing an opportunity by not ...
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Lamb, bungy jumping and crypto
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Video. Children in Iraq celebrate Eid al-Fitr: Video. The end of the fasting month of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, was celebrated in many countries.
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Video. Children in Iraq celebrate Eid al-Fitr
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Europe's only daily Ramadan radio show demystifies the fasting month: Ramadan brings a lot of attention to Muslims. In the Netherlands, Europe's only daily ...
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Europe's only daily Ramadan radio show demystifies the fasting month
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Did the far-right AfD's EU candidate accept Russian money?: According to reports, the Czech authorities are in possession of the allegedly incriminating ...
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Did the far-right AfD's EU candidate accept Russian money?
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Böhmermann and Schulz on Stermann and Grissemann: Gigantic meeting, slightly tense
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Böhmermann and Schulz on Stermann and Grissemann: Gigantic meeting ...
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Czech Republic: Is nuclear energy the answer for a green environment?: Czech Republic plans to build four new nuclear reactors to accelerate the green transition ...
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Czech Republic: Is nuclear energy the answer for a green environment?
Quick Glance: Czech Republic: Is Nuclear Energy the Answer for a Green Environment?
  • The Czech Republic plans to phase out coal energy within the next 25 years and build four new nuclear reactors to accelerate the green transition.

  • The government commits six billion euros for the construction of the new nuclear reactors, marking the largest investment since the end of the socialist system.

  • Petr Hladík, Czech Minister of the Environment, emphasizes the potential to increase capacity in nuclear power plants and combine them with renewable sources to ensure long-term stable and low energy costs.

  • The tender for the construction of the new reactors will be conducted between the French company EDF and the South Korean company KHNP, excluding Chinese and Russian companies from participation. Czech voters, according to a survey, show low concern about climate change.
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Air defenses gone, Russia dominates Ukraine airspace: By their own admission, the Ukrainians desperately need air defenses.  Most of the high end systems ...
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Air defenses gone, Russia dominates Ukraine airspace
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Nuclear accident? Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant hit by three drones: Russia has reported a Ukrainian attack on the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant ...
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Nuclear accident? Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant hit by three drones
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Court ruling: Climate protection is a human right: The European Court of Human Rights has condemned Switzerland for inadequate climate protection ...
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Court ruling: Climate protection is a human right
Quick Glance: Landmark Ruling: Switzerland Convicted for Inadequate Climate Protection
  • The European Court of Human Rights convicted Switzerland for inadequate climate protection, considering it a violation of human rights.

  • The ruling pertains to a group of senior women in Switzerland whose human rights were infringed due to insufficient climate protection.

  • This groundbreaking verdict could set precedents for further climate-related lawsuits, both internationally and domestically.

  • Additional climate lawsuits from Portugal and France were dismissed by the court, while the ruling in Switzerland carries significant implications.
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F-35 users talk capabilities and deterrence in Europe: By 2030, more than 600 F-35s are expected to be operational in Europe.
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F-35 users talk capabilities and deterrence in Europe
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Norway becomes latest European state to boost defence spending: Earlier this month, oil-rich Norway said it wants to increase the number of conscripted soldiers ...
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Norway becomes latest European state to boost defence spending
Quick Glance: Norway's Contribution to Ukraine and Approach to Russia
  • Norway plans long-term support for Ukraine until 2027, with a total amount of almost €7.6 billion.

  • Norwegian defense support for Ukraine is crucial, especially considering the country's strong defense industry.

  • Due to the geopolitical developments in the region, Norway's economic outlook has improved.

  • Norway is aware of the Russian threat and prepares accordingly, without committing to direct military actions for Ukraine.
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Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes New York, New Jersey - EMSC: An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 struck New York and New Jersey, the European Mediterranean ...
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Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes New York, New Jersey - EMSC
Quick Glance: Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Rocks New York City and Northeast US
  • An unusual East Coast earthquake startled millions from New York to rural New England. Over 42 million people may have felt the midmorning quake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8.

  • While causing no widespread damage, the earthquake led to evacuations in Newark, New Jersey, and infrastructure inspections across the region. Flights were diverted, trains slowed, and tunnel traffic stopped.

  • Although no major damages were reported, the earthquake caused some disruptions. The area near the epicenter experienced minor effects, including the collapse of a historic site. There were also over a dozen aftershocks reported in the region.

  • President Joe Biden offered assistance, while New York City reported no major safety or infrastructure issues. Engineers emphasized that New York skyscrapers are made of high-strength materials and designed to sway slowly to withstand impacts. Even the delicately placed eggs in a sculpture at a Chinatown art gallery remained unharmed during the quake.
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Zelenskyy is Europe's most popular leader, exclusive poll reveals: Almost half of Europeans have a positive opinion of Ukrainian President Volodymyr ...
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Zelenskyy is Europe's most popular leader, exclusive poll reveals
Quick Glance: Zelenskyy: Europe's Most Liked Leader
  • Nearly half of Europeans view Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy positively, with significant variations among member states.

  • Zelenskyy emerges as the most favored and divisive leader among the eight European figures surveyed by Ipsos.

  • The survey highlights Zelenskyy's popularity in regions like the Nordic countries and the Iberian Peninsula, contrasting with negative opinions in countries such as Hungary, Greece, and Bulgaria.

  • The article also delves into Europeans' perceptions of other prominent leaders, including Emmanuel Macron, Olaf Scholz, and Vladimir Putin.
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UK quit Erasmus because of Brits’ poor language skills: Britain turned down the offer to remain a member of the cultural exchange program after Brexit.
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UK quit Erasmus because of Brits’ poor language skills
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More than 1,000 refugees reach Lampedusa in 24 hours: About the - currently quiet - In the Mediterranean, more than 1,000 refugees arrived in Lampedusa in 24 ...
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More than 1,000 refugees reach Lampedusa in 24 hours
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Germany, France and Poland: This moment may define our children’s future: European allies should shoulder their fair share of NATO’s collective burden and ...
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Germany, France and Poland: This moment may define our children’s future
Quick Glance: Securing Children's Future: Sharing Responsibility and Strengthening Alliance
  • European allies should shoulder their fair share of NATO’s collective burden and demonstrate readiness to take more responsibility for Europe’s defense.

  • With Russia's ongoing aggression against Ukraine, vigilance is crucial as this moment may shape the future of our children.

  • Defending every inch of NATO territory and standing united against any future Russian aggression is crucial.

  • To enhance transatlantic security, European allies should increase their responsibility and contribute to the collective NATO burden.
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Adidas stops sales of number 44 jerseys over Nazi likeness: The design of the number 44 German national team jersey looks similar to the logo of the Nazi ...
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Adidas stops sales of number 44 jerseys over Nazi likeness
Quick Glance: DFB Jersey: 44 Resembles Nazi Symbol
  • The number 44 on the DFB jersey resembles a Nazi rune from the NS era.

  • Discussions surrounding the EM jersey spark controversy, political and public reactions.

  • Adidas and DFB ban the number 44, emphasize distancing from far-right symbolism.

  • DFB halts delivery of jerseys with the number 44, highlighting values of diversity and inclusion.
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Record heat in Europe, Asia closes another extremely warm month for planet: March will probably mark Earth’s 10th straight record-setting month.
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Record heat in Europe, Asia closes another extremely warm month for planet
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Ukraine attacks Shahed drone factory, oil refinery deep inside Russia: Kyiv carried out the Tatarstan drone strike, according to local media.
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Ukraine attacks Shahed drone factory, oil refinery deep inside Russia
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warns war in Europe 'a real threat': Tusk's stark warning comes as Ukraine and Russia trade strikes in Belgorod ...
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warns war in Europe 'a real ...
Quick Glance: Europe Must Prepare for Impending War, Warns Donald Tusk
  • Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warns that Europe is entering a "prewar" era and urges European countries to increase their defense investments.

  • Tusk emphasizes the urgency of defense and aid debates in Europe amid concerns about future American support and defense capacities.

  • He calls for urgent assistance for Kyiv, stating that the next two years of the war will determine everything and that "we are living in the most critical moment since the end of the Second World War".

  • Tusk highlights the importance of cooperation between Poland, Germany, and France in the format of the Weimar Triangle, working to alleviate tensions between Warsaw and Kyiv.
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Istanbul to host 2027 European Games: Istanbul has been unanimously chosen as the host for the fourth European Games in 2027, the European Olympic Committees ...
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Istanbul to host 2027 European Games
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European car safety body is coming for touchscreens: The European New Car Assessment Programme mandates that key controls need physical buttons or switches.
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European car safety body is coming for touchscreens