A major shake-up is happening in the world of entertainment and gambling. Banijay Group NV, a big name in TV shows, is teaming up with Tipico, a leading gambling company. This isn't just any partnership. It's a huge deal worth €4. 6 billion. Why is this a big deal? Well, it's not every day that a company known for TV hits like "Survivor" and "MasterChef" joins force...
Europe is stepping up its game against Russia. Leaders from various countries gathered in London to talk about how to put more pressure on Russia. They want more countries to join in and punish Russian oil companies. The U. S. has already taken a big step by sanctioning two major Russian oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil. Europe is following suit, adding more sanctio...
In a small town near Hamburg, a tire company that once helped British trucks run after World War II now faces a new challenge: a flood of cheap tires from China. This surge in imports has been growing since the U. S. started putting tariffs on Chinese goods. The boss of this company, which is part of an Italian group, says Europe needs to step in to make sure competi...
Frantiek Balt, a notable figure in the world of bird lice research, would have turned 100 years old this year. His work, both published and unpublished, has left a lasting impact on the field of ornithology and phthirapterology. Balt was a pioneer in studying chewing lice, a group of tiny insects that live on birds. His extensive collection of lice and deep understan...
Alaska is packed with natural resources that could power the state with clean energy. Wind, water, and heat from the earth are all available in abundance. Using these resources could save over a billion dollars, especially for remote areas that rely on expensive diesel fuel. Some places have already mixed wind power with diesel and seen lower costs and fewer emission...
Greece is pushing for more business mergers and takeovers across European borders. The country's finance chief, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, believes this is key to boosting Europe's global standing. He made these remarks during a recent financial gathering in Washington. Pierrakakis emphasized that Europe needs to think bigger and act faster to stay competitive. He pointe...
The events following October 7 have left many questioning how individuals like Ofir Amir manage to cope with the disturbing shifts in global perception. The world has seen a troubling trend where victims are often depicted as aggressors, and the true instigators of conflict are portrayed as victims. This confusion is further exacerbated by the blending of legitimate ...
Czech voters are heading to the polls, and the spotlight is on Andrej Babis, a billionaire with a populist edge. His party, ANO, is leading in the polls, promising higher wages and economic growth. But his stance on Ukraine aid and EU climate goals has sparked debate. The Czech economy has faced tough times, with inflation soaring after the pandemic and Russia's inv...
Europe is having a big debate about how to protect itself from threats, especially from Russia. The European Union's top leader, Ursula von der Leyen, suggested building a "drone wall" to keep an eye on and defend against drones coming from Russia. But not everyone is on board with this idea. France and Germany, two of Europe's biggest countries, are not so sure abo...
Vladimir Putin's actions in Ukraine have sparked a shift in the West's approach to his aggression. The U. S. and Europe are showing signs of stepping up pressure on Russia, but it's unclear if this will be enough to change Putin's calculus. Donald Trump, known for his unpredictable stance on Ukraine, has set conditions for ramping up sanctions against Russia. He wan...