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fromCN Traveller
1 year ago

The 10 most Googled travel destinations of 2025

Google's 'Year in Travel' shows destinations with large 2025 search spikes, highlighting resurging and emerging travel hotspots across cities and islands.
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fromwww.thelocal.it
1 hour ago

Italy urged to rethink declaring gold property of the people'

ECB urged Italy to reconsider declaring Bank of Italy gold reserves belonging to the Italian people, citing central-bank independence and EU treaty risks.
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fromIndependent
3 hours ago

Nearly 200 asylum seekers listed as children and given Tusla accommodation later turned out to be adults

Asylum applicants initially treated as minors but later found to be adults have surged, revealing gaps in age verification and child-protection placement procedures.
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fromIrish Independent
3 hours ago

Google reveals Ireland's top searches - including 'How to pronounce Eowyn', Maria Steen and 'What is 6-7?'

Irish Google searches were dominated by weather events, the presidential election, viral moments, and fascination with individuals who faked illnesses.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

London could halve cost of new transport projects

Adopting European planning and financing models could reduce London's major transport project delivery costs by roughly 20–50%, potentially halving some project costs.
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fromIndependent
3 hours ago

'We're all top of our game... There are egos in the room' - the Irish designer on the jury to pick the new euro banknotes

John Paul Dowling served on the ECB selection panel to design new euro banknotes that will enter circulation in 2029.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 hours ago

EU agrees to relax regulations around gene-edited crops DW 12/04/2025

EU set rules exempting many gene-edited plants from strict GMO regulations, permitting supermarket sales without special labels, allowing most patents, and protecting farmers' seed-saving rights.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 hours ago

EU agrees to weaken rules around gene-edited crops DW 12/04/2025

The EU agreed rules exempting many gene-edited plants from strict GMO regulations, permitting certain patents while allowing farmers to save and replant seeds.
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fromFortune
14 hours ago
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San Francisco mourns its albino alligator, Claude, dead at 30 years old | Fortune

fromFortune
14 hours ago
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San Francisco mourns its albino alligator, Claude, dead at 30 years old | Fortune

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fromIndependent
22 hours ago

'From pure elation to devastation' - Longford TD speaks of 'immense shock and grief' at losing uncle and cousin inside two days

A government TD has revealed how his family has been plunged into the "most immense shock and grief" following the deaths of his uncle and first cousin within days of one another.
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fromIrish Independent
19 hours ago

'It's clear you ditched energy credits because the election is over,' Pearse Doherty tells Dail as Taoiseach says they are 'not sustainable'

Energy credits for householders have been ended as unsustainable, leaving the average household facing an extra €321 annually in energy costs.
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fromwww.dw.com
18 hours ago

Ukraine: Germany says Russia resisting negotiated peace DW 12/03/2025

The European Commission has presented its plan to use frozen Russian state assets to help fund Ukraine. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the proposal would create a reparations loan, drawing on cash balances from immobilized Russian assets in the EU. "We have strong safeguards in place throughout to protect member states and reduce risks as much as possible," von der Leyen told reporters in Brussels. "For example, to ensure that an illegitimate award outside the Union cannot be enforced within.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

I thanked him for ending my acting career!' theatre directors on their debt to Tom Stoppard

Tom Stoppard supported and mentored Belarus Free Theatre, visiting Belarus, connecting with the underground resistance, and urging artistic excellence to confront authoritarianism.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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'We should be reclaiming the city' - calls to 'decolonise' Dublin to remove street names with British empire origins

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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'We should be reclaiming the city' - calls to 'decolonise' Dublin to remove street names with British empire origins

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fromIrish Independent
14 hours ago

Funeral details announced for architect and presenter Hugh Wallace

Architect Hugh Wallace, 68, died suddenly; he was a TV presenter, long-time Home of the Year judge, and co-founder of Douglas Wallace Consultants.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Security worker withdraws injury claim against Supermac's after CCTV shows he put up 'wet-floor' sign himself before he slipped and fell

Security worker withdrew a nine-year personal injuries claim against Supermac's after a CCTV review and solicitor advice that the claim would not succeed at trial.
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fromwww.dw.com
22 hours ago

Spanking tradition ends on German island of Borkum DW 12/03/2025

The Klaasohm festival on Borkum involved men in traditional costumes chasing and spanking women, prompting bans and safety measures to ensure a safe, unifying celebration.
from24/7 Wall St.
17 hours ago

From Frugal to Fancy - The Price of an Italian Getaway

Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations worldwide, offering a unique blend of history, culture, beauty, and atmosphere that appeals to nearly every kind of traveler. History buffs can see ancient Roman ruins, while art enthusiasts can revel in Renaissance masterpieces. If nature and scenery are more your style, there are plenty of charming seaside villages and rolling Tuscan hills. Italy feels like stepping into a living museum enriched with breathtaking landscapes.
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fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

German president begins state visit to UK as security ties deepen

A deepening UK-Germany security alliance and a state visit by President Steinmeier underscore renewed cooperation, especially on joint support for Ukraine.
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fromIrish Independent
14 hours ago

John Shortt wins gold medal in European men's 200m backstroke and sets new world junior record

Galway swimmer John Shortt won his first senior international gold and set a world junior record of 1:47.89 while breaking Irish senior and junior records.
fromwww.thelocal.es
18 hours ago

Former king's memoirs hit bookstores in Spain

Esther Gil, an employee of the Pasajes bookstore in central Madrid, said the shop had received around 50 pre-orders for the memoirs ahead of the Spanish edition's release. "This has been one of the most awaited books to come out," she told AFP as she stood by a table where copies of the memoir called "Reconciliation" were on display. "This is the first time the king has talked about personal stuff, and everyone was really curious about what he'd say. I guess it's partly just curiosity, but also a little bit of morbid fascination, and people love that."
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
19 hours ago

London trials: The business and patient impact - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London's position as Europe's leading clinical research hub generates profound impacts extending far beyond laboratory walls and hospital wards. Hundreds of London trials running simultaneously create a sophisticated ecosystem connecting pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, healthcare providers, and most importantly, thousands of patients seeking access to innovative treatments whilst contributing to medical advancement. This ecosystem delivers tangible economic value whilst simultaneously addressing patient needs that conventional healthcare often cannot meet.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany news: President Steinmeier in UK for royal visit DW 12/03/2025

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier makes a three-day state visit to the UK, meets King Charles and addresses Parliament—the first German state visit in 27 years.
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fromIrish Independent
16 hours ago

Gardai called in about new case of missing child, minister reveals as Kyran Durnin review to remain unpublished

Gardaí were notified about one of three missing children, Minister Norma Foley revealed; the department later reported the child was taken abroad by a parent.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Mary Regan: Volodymyr Zelensky says Ireland 'understands the price of freedom' as he uses visit to deliver call to end the war

fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Mary Regan: It was clear this was a hugely tense moment for Zelensky who - between handshakes - was being updated 'hour to hour' on talks with Putin

fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Mary Regan: Volodymyr Zelensky says Ireland 'understands the price of freedom' as he uses visit to deliver call to end the war

fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Mary Regan: It was clear this was a hugely tense moment for Zelensky who - between handshakes - was being updated 'hour to hour' on talks with Putin

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fromIT Pro
1 day ago

HPE Discover Barcelona 2025: All the news, updates, and announcements live from Barcelona

ITPro provides live, on-site coverage from HPE Discover 2025 in Barcelona, delivering rolling updates on Hewlett Packard Enterprise's announcements and keynote.
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fromBusiness Insider
15 hours ago

How 2 issues in a week with the world's most popular plane spooked Airbus investors

Airbus faces software and metal-panel quality problems affecting thousands of A320 jets, prompting inspections, a recall and share-price volatility.
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fromArchDaily
1 day ago

The Role of Architects Is Shifting: From Solitary Visionaries to Collective Activists

Architecture has shifted from solitary authorship toward collective, multidisciplinary practice emphasizing reuse, activism, and ethical responsibility in design and care.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
21 hours ago

Triple Murderer Spotted at Protest Working as 'Journalist'

Ricard Nilsson, convicted of three 1999 murders and released after two decades, now works as a journalist and was seen at a Swedish protest.
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fromDefector
17 hours ago

What's Going On With The Olympic Hockey Arena? | Defector

Construction delays leave the main Milan Olympic hockey arena unfinished, risking a smaller-than-NHL ice surface and no contingency plan before the 2026 Games.
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fromwww.dw.com
13 hours ago

EU frees billions in bid to reduce China rare earth reliance DW 12/03/2025

The EU will coordinate purchases and stockpile rare earths while using trade and economic tools to secure supplies and protect strategic industries.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,378

Widespread Russian strikes across multiple regions caused civilian deaths, injuries, infrastructure damage and contested frontline towns amid conflicting capture claims and a reported Black Sea tanker attack.
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fromwww.dw.com
23 hours ago

Russian threats push Finland past EU budget deficit limit DW 12/01/2025

Finland faces an EU Excessive Deficit Procedure after breaching deficit and debt limits, risking sanctions, suspended funds, and stricter fiscal oversight.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Trial of aid workers accused of facilitating illegal entry of migrants into Greece set to begin

Twenty-four former aid workers including Sarah Mardini face trial in Mytilene accused of facilitating illegal migrant entry and other felonies amid claims of targeting aid.
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fromIndependent
11 hours ago

Crackdown on court delays to key infrastructure itself likely to be delayed by legal challenges

Government will confront legal challenges to reforms limiting judicial review, anticipating litigation that could delay vital infrastructure delivery.
fromwww.dw.com
18 hours ago

Bulgaria protests: 'Gen Z won't stay silent!' DW 12/03/2025

The demonstration outside the parliament building in the Bulgarian capital, Sofia, on Monday afternoon was so big that it was hard to squeeze through the crowd. Although most people on the streets in Sofia were young, people of all ages were in attendance: from small children perched on their parents' shoulders to pensioners. "I never thought so many people would come out," one police officer was overheard saying to another as they stood on a small street packed with protesters near the main square.
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fromFast Company
19 hours ago

YouTube Recap 2025: How to access Google's AI-powered answer to Spotify Wrapped and see your year in review

YouTube Recap is a personalized year-in-review Short using up to 12 AI-curated cards to summarize top channels, interests, music, and viewing personality.
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fromwww.dw.com
14 hours ago

Hate, threats force more and more women out of public life DW 12/03/2025

Female politicians across Europe increasingly face hate, threats, and harassment, prompting self-censorship, resignations, and withdrawal from public life.
fromTravel + Leisure
15 hours ago

You Can Now Take a Golf-Themed Luxury Train Through Italy With Michelin-Starred Dining and Tuscan Fairways

The three-night trip begins with a round at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club just outside Rome (and host of the 2023 Ryder Cup) before heading to play at the San Domenico Golf Club in Fasano overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Travelers will then head down to Tuscany to play the private course at The Club at Castiglion del Bosco before playing their final round at the Argentario Golf Club.
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fromIrish Independent
21 hours ago

Gardai investigating after six Dublin businesses broken into in one night

Another premises that had a reported break-in was Goats Gruff, which serves drive-through coffee, wood-fired sandwiches, and pizzas, located in the heart of the Strawberry Beds. "Honestly, lads, breaking into small family businesses? Absolutely pathetic," they said. "Luckily, nobody was hurt and we have the area well covered with CCTV. "There's a lot of footage so far, and I think a lot more will come forward," they added.
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fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
18 hours ago

Hungary Vows Legal Fight After EU Agrees To Phase Out Russian Gas

Hungary will legally challenge the EU's binding regulation to phase out Russian gas, citing dependence on Russian energy and alleged violations of EU founding treaties.
fromIrish Independent
15 hours ago

Warning of major traffic disruption in Dublin as taxi drivers stage further protest over Uber pricing

Gardaí have advised the public to expect disruption in Dublin city due to the protest. Delays are expected in the vicinity of Dublin Airport and Conyngham Road to Merrion Street via the Northside city centre quay. Delays are also expected from UCD to Merrion Square via the N11, and the Estuary Road, Swords and Northwood, and Santry. Motorists have been encouraged to avoid these routes where possible and allow extra time for any commute in the surrounding areas.
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fromThe Atlantic
18 hours ago

Ukraine's Corruption Scandal Is Bad. But Exposing It Is a Win.

But just as striking is the fact that an investigation into energy-sector kickbacks at the highest levels of government and business is happening at all. This is in many ways a victory for Ukrainian democracy, and for a civil society that, since the 2014 revolution on the Maidan, has worked tirelessly to hold its government to account, even during wartime.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

German Christmas markets face higher security costs DW 12/03/2025

Bonn's Christmas market uses concrete blocks, security bollards, rubber mats, staff training, and coordinated contingency plans to protect visitors from vehicle attacks and emergencies.
fromresund Startups
17 hours ago

Matilda FoodTech acquires Erudus, joining three of Europe's most trusted foodservice product data platforms together under one roof

The acquisition of Erudus doesn't just expand our footprint - it completes a foundational layer of our strategy. With Erudus, Delfi/Dabas and PS in Foodservice under one roof, we now have an unparalleled ability to distribute, enrich, and activate trusted product data across borders - accelerating innovation in procurement, compliance, and sustainability throughout the food value chain,
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fromwww.independent.ie
17 hours ago

Galway farmer who caused aunt's death when he drove over her in teleporter has sentence reduced by 18 months

Michael Scott received a headline six-year sentence for negligent driving of a teleporter outside Chrissie Treacy's home.
fromIrish Independent
12 hours ago

Councillors criticise Government for shelving transport upgrades to crucial housing land banks

It's a pointless delay, and we know the reason why. It's because it's a new government and they have new priorities," he said, adding that money for new roads was now being "nicked" from public transport projects. "Public transport moves real numbers, it's what serious cities do ... if we keep taking money away from these projects and delaying them, we're just going to condemn more people to slowly losing the will to live in gridlock and missing out on time with their families.
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fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Abu Dhabi F1 finale: History haunts McLaren, beckons for Verstappen

Formula 1 championships can be decided in the final race, with qualifying, safety cars, setup choices and multiple contenders creating unpredictable outcomes.
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fromIndependent
22 hours ago

How brother of murdered crime boss helped dispose of Keane-Mulready Woods body parts

Stephen Carberry, aged 47, was convicted as the fifth person involved in the brutal murder of teenager Keane Mulready-Woods.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

'We should be reclaiming the city' - calls to 'decolonise' Dublin to remove street names with British empire origins

Herzog Park controversy has prompted a re-evaluation of Dublin’s identity through scrutiny of imperial-era street names and public commemoration.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
19 hours ago

Traders react to 'increasing geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Oil traded higher today, although it remained close to its lows for the year. The market could continue to see some upside as traders react to increasing geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe. The latter continues to affect energy infrastructure in the region and could impact oil supply levels in the near term. Additionally, the region continued to grapple with the lack of a breakthrough in peace talks.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Enoch Burke to resist paying school's 600,000 legal bill

Disputed teacher Enoch Burke, jailed fourth time, will resist paying hundreds of thousands in legal costs and plans to appeal to the Supreme Court.
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fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

The Indo Daily: NIMBY or necessary? The South Dublin residents delaying MetroLink mega-project

A last-minute legal challenge from Dartmouth Square residents could delay Metrolink's Charlemont terminus over fears of property damage and passenger dispersal.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Young man caught with cocaine during operation targeting major dealer spared jail

A man who was caught with drugs during a large surveillance operation on a suspected dealer has been given a suspended prison sentence of three years.
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fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky arrives at Aras to meet President Catherine Connolly

Mr Zelensky's visit to Dublin comes as the Ukrainian leader is under pressure from the US to sign a peace deal. Representatives of the US, Russia and Ukraine have held talks in the past week in the United Arab Emirates in an attempt to come to an agreement that would end almost four years of Russia's full-scale invasion. It also comes days after the resignation of Ukraine's chief negotiator in those talks, Mr Zelensky's chief of staff Andrii Yermak, whose residence was searched last week by anti-corruption investigators.
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fromwww.thelocal.no
1 day ago

Norway embraces Tesla as rest of Europe shuns Musk

In a country ahead of the pack in the adoption of electric vehicles, Tesla sales have surged by 34.6 percent since the beginning of the year, compared to the same period last year, according to the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV). Tesla's Model Y and Model 3 were the two best-selling vehicles last month across all brands.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Putin's war machine facing significant funding squeeze as they are in a recession - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Russian economy has contracted about 1.5% since February 2022 and likely faces recession, higher real inflation, depleted reserves, and reduced external revenues.
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fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Urban Regeneration in Greece: The Ellinikon Master Plan and Beyond

Greece's urban landscape blends historic layers with modern interventions, prioritizing heritage preservation, environmental strategies, and integrated coastal and urban redevelopment.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

'They beat me very harshly' - Asylum seekers followed and allegedly assaulted in rural Dublin village

When the group were followed and eventually stopped, they were then subject to an alleged attack and later taken to Tallaght University Hospital for treatment. The incident took place on the Aghfarrell Road in Brittas, a rural village in south Dublin near the Co Wicklow border. One of the men, Muhammad, told RTÉ's Today with David McCullagh he and his friends realised they were being followed after stopping for petrol in Brittas village on Sunday afternoon.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Fifth wettest November on record for Ireland, but milder and sunnier than average, says Met Eireann climate report

November was the fifth-wettest in 85 years in Ireland, with heavy rainfall, above-average temperatures and sunshine, plus late-month Arctic cold bringing frosts and wintry showers.
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fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Gardai in 'search and arrest' operation to tackle money-laundering in Co Limerick

Gardai are conducting search-and-arrest operations in Rathkeale, Co Limerick, executing warrants at multiple premises as part of an ongoing money-laundering investigation.
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fromDigiday
2 days ago

U.K. retailer Tesco wants advertisers to see it as equal to any traditional media partner

Tesco is expanding Tesco Media into a strategic retail media business—leveraging Dunnhumby data and upfront events—to drive brand growth, personalized messaging, and new revenue.
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fromNature
2 days ago

Great science happens in great teams - research assessments must try to capture that

Research assessment must shift from rewarding individuals to evaluating and rewarding teams and collaborative research cultures to foster high-quality, transformative science.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Bulgaria sees massive protests against budget, corruption DW 12/02/2025

Tens of thousands in Bulgaria protested proposed 2026 tax and social security hikes and chronic government corruption, demanding the minority coalition government's resignation.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Ukraine updates: US envoy Witkoff to meet Putin in Moscow DW 12/02/2025

A revised peace proposal heads to Moscow as US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff meet amid disputes over Ukraine security guarantees and territorial demands.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Kaja Kallas: We should stop pretending that Russia is negotiating peace and force it to do so'

Kaja Kallas sees current Ukraine peace plans as disadvantageous for Kyiv and unable to deter future Russian aggression.
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