A video circulating on social media is warning people to avoid doing the peace sign when posing for selfies, in case fraudsters take copies of their fingerprints to hack into their data. The Cube spoke to experts to find out more. The iconic V-finger sign, commonly used to represent peace, is often a go-to gesture when people pose for pictures.However, a video being shared widely on WhatsApp … [Read more...]
‘If we don’t act, who will?’: Meet the French activists who stormed a forever chemical plant
Euronews Green followed members of Extinction Rebellion as they prepared to break into French chemical giant Arkema. “It’s not because it’s illegal that you shouldn’t do it. If we don’t act, who will?”, *Miel tells Euronews Green. It’s an unusual Saturday morning for the 19-year-old member of Extinction Rebellion: she is about to break the law.Today’s target is the French chemical giant Arkema … [Read more...]
Dreaming of a flight upgrade? Here are Europe’s most affordable business class ticket options
New research shows that four European airlines offer the most affordable business class flights compared to the cost of economy tickets. Have you ever dreamed about upgrading your economy flight to a seat in business class?While the switch may be out of reach for most of us, new research has found an upgrade is not always prohibitively expensive.Holidu, a leading provider of holiday rentals … [Read more...]
Biden and Netanyahu speak as pressure grows on Israel over Rafah
International pressure is building on Israel over its plans to invade Gaza’s southernmost city of Rafah and a ceasefire agreement. The White House on Sunday said US President Joe Biden had again spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as pressure builds on Israel and Hamas to reach a deal that would free some Israeli hostages and bring a ceasefire in the nearly seven-month-long … [Read more...]
Ukraine army chief warns of front line pressure as US aid lags
Ukraine's army chief has warned of a worsening situation as his forces wait for much-needed arms from a huge US aid package to reach the front lines. Russian drones early on Sunday struck the Black Sea city of Mykolaiv, setting a hotel ablaze and damaging energy infrastructure, Ukrainian officials said, while the army chief warned of a worsening situation as his forces wait for much-needed … [Read more...]
Neo-fascists mourn Mussolini on Lake Como
Around two hundred people flocked to Mezzegra-Giulino, on Lake Como on Sunday morning to celebrate the 79th anniversary of the death of the Italian dictator Benito Mussolini. The Italian dictator Benito Mussolini and his lover Clara Petacci were executed by the Italian resistance in the village of Messagre-Giulino on 28 April 1945.On Sunday in Dongo, a city on Lake Como where Mussolini and … [Read more...]
Macron stirs debate on nuclear deterrents being used on EU's behalf
Macron put nuclear deterrents on the table in an interview published late on Saturday, prompting other European nations to weigh in. Macron urges 'open' debate on nuclear deterrents being used to defend the EU, as stated in an interview published by regional outlets from the Ebra press group. France will "uphold its distinctiveness but is willing to make a greater contribution to … [Read more...]
Italy's Giorgia Meloni throws her hat in the ring for EU elections
Live from the Fratelli d'Italia programmatic conference in Pescara, the Italian prime minister announced her candidacy in the European elections next June Giorgia Meloni is officially a candidate in the European elections next June. From the stage of the programmatic conference of her party, Brothers of Italy, in Pescara, the Prime Minister announced that she will run.On stage, Meloni recalled … [Read more...]
Ireland seeks emergency law to return asylum seekers back to UK
Ireland is seeking an emergency law to allow the return of asylum seekers to the UK amid concerns over increased arrivals through Northern Ireland linked to Rishi Sunak's Rwanda deterrence plan. Ireland is looking to implement emergency legislation to enable the return of asylum seekers to the UK, as Taoiseach Simon Harris seeks to address the increasing influx of arrivals through Northern … [Read more...]
Russian forces gained partial control of Donetsk's Ocheretyne town
According to an Ukrainian spokesperson, Kyiv still has "fire control" over the invaded area. Ukrainian officials confirmed Saturday that Russian forces has gained control over a third of village of front-line village of Ocheretyne in the Donetsk region.Ocheretyne is located 15 kilometers from Avdiivka, a town captured by Russian forces in February 2024. The town has been one of the hottest … [Read more...]
Far-right AfD launches EU election campaign amid turmoil
Germany's far-right AfD party launched its EU election campaign amidst controversy, including the absence of its lead candidate due to an espionage-related arrest and declining poll ratings. Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) launched its European Parliament election campaign in Donaueschingen, seeking to regain momentum in the face of recent controversies. The event … [Read more...]
Pope greets artists and inmates at Venice Biennale
The Pontiff travelled to Venice to see the Holy See’s pavilion for this year’s Venice Biennale. It’s a first for a pope, and has given the 60th edition of the world’s longest running international art exhibit reason. The Vatican chose to stage its pavilion inside Venice’s women’s prison, and through a deal with the Italian Justice Ministry, invited inmates to work alongside the artists. The … [Read more...]
Hamas to respond to Israel's hostage proposal in 48 hours
Hamas will respond to the latest proposed deal on the hostages within 48 hours, according to Israeli media. The Hebrew state demanded the release of 33 women, children, the elderly and the sick, while Hamas claimed to have only 20 of them.Israel claimed that its demand was an indisputable condition and threatened ground intervention in Rafah if such a release did not take place. Armoured vehicles … [Read more...]
Can social media swing the EU election?
Compared to the 2019 election more EU platform rules are in place. This June, some 365 million people will be eligible to vote in the EU Elections, including many young voters for whom social media is a vital resource for campaigning. Four countries – Belgium, Germany, Malta and Austria – will allow 16-year-olds to vote, in Greece the minimum age to vote is 17.Five years ago, when the last EU … [Read more...]
Scientists create octopus-inspired ‘super strong’ robotic suction cups
The scientists were inspired by the way natural organisms, such as octopuses, can stick to rocks with their suckers. Researchers at the University of Bristol have developed a robotic suction cup prototype that is much stronger than current industrial solutions.It can grab onto rough, curved, and heavy objects like stones.The scientists were inspired by the way natural organisms, such as … [Read more...]
How the EU farmers movement plans to gain traction ahead of elections
The group aims to prioritise products produced in Europe and end green policies as well as mport trade agreements such as grain from Ukraine, and dealings with Mercosur. Dozens of people gathered in Valencia, summoned by the 6F platform, an independent movement that emerged following farmer's protests across Europe.Organisations from at least 10 European countries have gathered devise a joint … [Read more...]
Biden calls for release of journalists at Correspondents' dinner
At a media dinner in Washington on Saturday night, US President Joe Biden used his opportunity at the podium to to call on foreign governments to released detained journalists and roast his presumptive Republican running-mate Donald Trump over his age and literary tastes. US President Joe Biden used his time at the lectern in front of a room full of 3,000 media hounds and A-list celebrities at … [Read more...]
Portugal’s cork forests are major carbon sinks – but they face threats from climate change
For each kilogram of cork produced, the trees can capture 73 kg of CO2, according to Portugal's leading cork company. Portugal is the world’s leading producer of cork. In 2023, cork exports achieved a record value of €1.2 billion, 75 percent of which came from cork stoppers, according to APCOR, the Portuguese association of cork producers.The Amorim Group, Portugal's leading cork company, … [Read more...]
Latest news bulletin | April 28th – Morning
Top News Stories Today Updated: 28/04/2024 - 07:06 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 … [Read more...]
Affordable luxury: Day passes offer one-off visits to luxurious hotel pools
Day pass apps, which offer access to hotel pools and facilities, are getting ever more popular as holidays rocket in price across Europe. Do you spend your days scrolling social media, dreaming of the very best hotels and, specifically, their dreamy pools?Many of us are guilty of exactly that, although a luxury escape seems miles out of reach.There is a solution, though. Recently, a number of … [Read more...]