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ECB meeting: Will Lagarde finally signal a clear path for rate cuts?
No rate changes are expected at the European Central Bank's meeting this Thursday. However, ECB President Christine Lagarde is likely to discuss inflation data and the potential for a June rate cut. Recent figures have bolstered market expectations for rate reductions starting in June, with the economist consensus pointing to an imminent easing cycle."We will know a little more in April, but … [Read more...]
One killed and 16 injured in strike on Poltava, Ukraine
Authorities say a Russian missile hit a two-storey residential building and damaged three other buildings around it. The Ukrainian Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Ihor Klymenko announced that a Russian strike on an apartment building in the Poltava region has killed one person.Filip Pronin, the Head of the Poltava Regional Military Administration, said 16 had been injured, with one in … [Read more...]
CANCUN TRAVEL GUIDE: Itinerary + Tourist Spots
Cancun Travel, Cancun Itinerary, Cancun Things to Do: Your Ultimate Guide Table of Contents Cancun, a popular tourist destination located on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, offers an abundance of exciting activities and attractions for travelers seeking sun, sand, and adventure. Known for its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural history, planning a Cancun itinerary can be both … [Read more...]
Shell fuels fears of London exodus as it considers move to New York
Shell could be considering a New York move, as the divide between its traditional investors, who want the company to focus on oil and gas, and activist investors, who want more renewables, grows. Oil and gas giant Shell has become the latest blue-chip stock to announce it is thinking about leaving London and moving to list in New York. The reason is mainly due to the company feeling … [Read more...]
International Booker Prize 2024: Shortlist announced
Six books spanning six languages, six countries and three continents contend for this year's biggest international language literary award. The shortlist for the International Booker Prize is finally here, celebrating some of the very best works of literature that were originally written in a language other than English. This year's contenders represent six languages (Dutch, German, … [Read more...]
How satisfied are Europeans with their public services?
The UK, Ireland, Germany and Luxembourg have all seen satisfaction with public services drop markedly over the last 12 years. Several western European countries have seen their citizens' satisfaction with public services falling since 2011, according to a survey by Gallup.The UK suffered by far the largest fall on Gallup's Community Basics Index, from 79 to 67 out of a possible 100 points … [Read more...]
‘It was ours but now it’s gone’: Residents in Europe’s tourist hotspots slam second home ownership
Roughly one in 10 properties in France is a second home. In 2022, the flower-bedecked, lakeside town of Gérardmer in the Vosges mountains was rattled by a spate of vandalism attacks.An environmental saboteur targeted outdoor jacuzzis at holiday rentals and second homes amid rising tensions between tourists and local residents during a water shortage emergency.Since then, there has been growing … [Read more...]
Bed Bug Population Booms as Travel Season Looms
Earlier this year, Orkin’s annual list of the “50 Worst American Cities for Bed Bugs” was released. While the order of the cities may slightly shift each year, one fact remains constant: these bugs aren’t going anywhere. In fact, they are increasing, and not merely in urban areas. Suburban and rural America are also becoming homes for the pests as their relentless march continues. While we’ve … [Read more...]
Marriott Opens Its First All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico
Marriott International opened the doors of its first all-inclusive resort, the Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort, in the Quintana Roo region of Mexico. Nestled along the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico in the heart of Cancun's Hotel Zone, the opening of Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort marks the first-ever all-inclusive resort fully conceptualized by the Marriott … [Read more...]
Octopus cannibalism among fears for pioneer cephalopod farm
NGOs are uniting against a pioneering octopus farm citing fears of cruelty including risk of cannibalism, while a forthcoming revision of animal welfare rules may see the European Commission plunge into the debate. For decades, breeding octopuses in captivity has proven a fish farming challenge too far, with numerous failed attempts to reproduce cephalopods outside their natural habitat.When … [Read more...]
China's shadow loomed over sixth EU-US Trade and Technology Council
US and EU officials convened last week (4-5 April) for the sixth Trade and Technology Council (TTC) in Leuven to revive post-Trump era discussions. Tightening Sino-Russian relations, unresolved disputes, and potential return of the Republican to the White House cast a shadow over proceedings. A look back on a three-years dialogueThe two-day conflab saw digital, trade and internal market … [Read more...]
Not to Skip Food and Restaurants in Bodrum
Bodrum is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Turkey. Apart from the beautiful sites, there are also many delicious foods and restaurants in Bodrum to explore. Its cuisine is mainly influenced by Ottoman and Aegean cultures. In addition to a wide variety of recipes made from herbs coming from the mountains, sea dishes are the crown jewel of Bodrum gastronomy. We think the restaurants … [Read more...]
A European country on top of the world in a best-to-do business poll
Countries from Europe, the Middle East and Africa were judged across nine categories, including fair and predictable tax, governance, availability of skilled workers, public health and sustainability. Switzerland comes out top as the best place to do business in Europe, according to a recent report by PwC. Most of the highest-ranking countries considered best for business were in northern … [Read more...]
MEPs support exit from treaty allowing big oil to sue governments over climate action
In a decisive committee vote, MEPs have supported the European Union's exit from the Energy Charter Treaty over concerns its global investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) system has been weaponised to sue governments over climate policy. The European Parliament’s energy and trade committees have overwhelmingly backed a proposal by national governments for the EU to withdraw from the Energy … [Read more...]
Google introduces new Axion Arm-based chips
The new Axion Arm-based chips will be available later this year, Google said. Google unveiled its new Arm-based central processing units (CPUs) designed for its data centre.The Google Axion Processors will be available to Google Cloud customers later this year, the US multinational said.Amazon and Microsoft, Google's main rivals for cloud services, have built CPUs based on Arm … [Read more...]
Single mothers at greater risk of poverty and social exclusion
This article was originally published in Spanish The European Anti-Poverty Network report points to fairer taxation as a tool to avoid marginalisation. Poverty has many faces, but its most common face is that of a woman, like 54-year-old Geneviève Baert, who lives in Belgium. Losing the family business when she was a teenager and caring for five children as a single mother pushed … [Read more...]
German modern art gallery employee sacked after hanging up his own painting
A member of staff at the Pinakothek der Moderne in Munich has been fired for hanging up his own painting. It's emerged that a 51-year-old technical services team member has been accused of hanging up a painting of his own in at a major German contemporary art gallery.The Pinakothek der Moderne is one of the largest galleries of modern art in Germany and Europe, featuring the works of famous … [Read more...]
How does the EU protect businesses from unfair trading practices?
Anti-dumping or anti-subsidy measures protect European companies operating in the single market from imported goods with artificially low prices. It's no secret that property prices have soared across the European Union in recent years.According to Eurostat, house prices have increased on average by 48 per cent and rents by 22 per cent since 2010. And it's not just house prices - the cost … [Read more...]
What are volcanic vortex rings? Mount Etna blows spectacular ‘smoke rings’ into the sky
Europe's largest volcano began blowing spectacular ‘smoke rings’ into the sky last week. Mount Etna in Sicily has been blowing spectacular ‘smoke rings’ into the sky since Wednesday.The volcano, which towers over the historic port city of Catania, is the largest in Europe and one of the most active in the world. It is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.The ‘volcanic vortex rings’, a rare … [Read more...]
Italian farmers protest 'Made In Italy' labelling
Wearing yellow, thousands of Italians involved in the agriculture business protested, calling for a review of the 'Made In Italy' EU labelling system. Tens of thousands of farmers protested a major agriculture business conference in Italy this week, rallying against what they argue is alleged inauthentic product labelling by the EU.Italy's largest farming organisation, Coldiretti Farmers, … [Read more...]
Twenty Four Seven Hotels adds digital tipping
Twenty Four Seven Hotels, a third-party hospitality management company for premium-branded, select-service and lifestyle hotel segments in the western U.S., has partnered with Shiny, a digital tipping platform, to provide services for more than 450 associates across its 30 hotel portfolio. The service is available across multiple hotel departments, including housekeeping. “With one of the tightest … [Read more...]
Leading London art gallery to close, including its Spanish locations
The Marlborough Gallery will cease operations this June, ending a run of nearly 80 years at the forefront of the art world. The board of trustees of the 78-year-old Marlborough Gallery, one of the world’s oldest and most high-profile commercial galleries, has announced that it will shut up shop in the coming months. “After long and careful consideration, we made the decision that now is the … [Read more...]
EU to probe Chinese wind turbine subsidies
The European Commission has announced an inquiry into suspected illegal subsides for Chinese wind turbine producers, amid fears the domestic industry could be decimated by cheap imports. The EU executive has launched a probe into wind farm developments across Europe amid concerns that state subsidies are allowing Chinese producers to undercut domestic turbine manufacturers as the bloc looks to … [Read more...]
AHLA: Hotels projected to pay record taxes and wages in 2024
America’s hotels are projected to generate record levels of federal, state and local tax revenue this year while paying employees historic totals of wages, salaries and other compensation, according to state-by-state projections released by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). The data show hotels are projected to generate a total of nearly $83.4 billion in tax revenue in 2024. The … [Read more...]
Chris Coles joins WorldVue
WorldVue, a provider of video, digital infrastructure, wireless connectivity and professional services to properties worldwide, has appointed Chris Coles as chief business development officer. In his new role, Coles will be responsible for leading WorldVue’s international expansion efforts, driving growth and strengthening the company’s presence in key markets around the globe. This announcement … [Read more...]
Raines adds Cambria Charleston Riverview to portfolio
Raines has secured the management contract for the Cambria Charleston Riverview in Charleston, SC. This 126-room property, owned by RREAF Holdings, is the company’s seventh hotel in the Charleston market. “For a variety of reasons, we’ve decided to partner with Raines on this property,” said Kip Sowden, chairman/CEO, RREAF Holdings. “The Raines team sets itself apart with its deep … [Read more...]
Why is Nicaragua taking Germany to court for ‘facilitating genocide in Gaza’?
Berlin maintains that the Genocide Convention case focusing on its arms exports is 'biased'. Nicaragua has brought an international legal case against Germany accusing the country of “facilitating the commission of genocide” against Palestinians in Gaza via its arms exports to Israel.According to the case, which has been filed at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Germany has … [Read more...]
G7 need tech trust tests to counter China, Vestager says
Tech criteria can include environmental footprint, labour rights, cybersecurity and data security, and should be objective and independent. G7 countries – Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, US – and other like-minded countries will have to develop a list of trustworthiness criteria for critical clean technologies, such as chips and batteries, European Commission Vice-President … [Read more...]
Loews names Dan Flannery COO
New York-based owner and branded operator Loews Hotels & Co has named Dan Flannery as its new COO. Flannery will draw on more than four decades of hospitality industry experience to lead all aspects of operations for the 25-hotel company. As COO, he is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to enhance operational efficiency, improve guest experiences and drive overall business … [Read more...]