‘Cloud computing already has a bigger footprint than the aviation industry,’ warns Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s Matt Harris. Every day at work we’re sending emails, saving documents, adding numbers to spreadsheets. Outside of work we frivolously snap photos on our phone. In summary, we’re incessant data producers but how much of it do you ever delete?By 2035 we are predicted to be producing … [Read more...]
Archives for 17/04/2024
Storm dumps heaviest rain ever recorded on United Arab Emirates
Authorities deployed tankers to pump away the water, but the lack of regular rainfall means many roads lack proper drainage. The United Arab Emirates has been inundated with heavy rain, with major highways flooded and flights disrupted at Dubai International airport.Local media described the precipitation as a “historic weather event”, saying the amount of rain recorded surpassed anything … [Read more...]
Ukraine war: Russian strike hits apartment building, at least eight killed
The bombardment comes at a critical juncture for Ukraine, who is lacking artillery and ammunition. Three Russian missiles slammed into a downtown area of the northern Ukrainian city of Chernihiv on Wednesday, hitting an eight-floor apartment building and killing at least eight people, local officials said.At least 18 people were injured in the morning attack, the city's acting mayor Oleksandr … [Read more...]
IKEA opens its first Irish distribution centre to speed up deliveries
The Dublin site will mean that IKEA’s business in Ireland will have one of the shortest delivery times in Europe, according to the firm. Swedish furniture giant IKEA is expanding its operations in Ireland by opening a new distribution centre today, based in Rathcoole, county Dublin.The site, which is capable of housing up to 9,000 different product lines, is over 27,000 square metres - twice … [Read more...]
UK inflation drops to two and a half year low as food prices cool
Stabilising food inflation and falling house prices both contributed to UK inflation coming down further in March, leading to renewed hopes that the Bank of England might cut rates soon. The UK year-on-year inflation report for March 2024 came out on Wednesday morning, clocking in at 3.2%, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), marking a decline from February’s … [Read more...]
Ukrainian president signs controversial law to boost conscription
The latest updates on the war in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a controversial law on Tuesday extending the reach of conscription to replenish Ukraine's forces as they continue to counter Russian aggression. The law was passed by parliament just days earlier, and is set to take effect in a month. It aims to simplify the process of identifying all … [Read more...]
Court allows nationalist gathering in Brussels to proceed, organisers say
The first day of the NatCon meeting of hard-right European nationalists was disrupted when police moved in to try and shut it down. The highest court in Brussels has allowed of a gathering of far-right European nationalist politicians to continue for a second day, the conference's organisers say, after police tried to shut it down on Tuesday.Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, French … [Read more...]
Netflix Q1 earnings preview: The subscriber growth in focus
The earnings season for major US tech companies is set to commence with Netflix on 18 April. While Netflix has stopped offering guidance on its subscriber growth, the addition of users remains a pivotal metric for its earnings report. Following a mixed bag of the US banking earnings outcomes, Netflix will take the spotlight as the initial major US tech company to report its first-quarter … [Read more...]
How technology is saving lives in the operating rooms | Europe's Health Tech Pioneers
With Dr. Nadine Hachach-Haram's story, we kick off our mini-series on European Health Tech Pioneers. They spearhead breakthroughs, paving the way for the development of various medical technologies that are already impacting our lives. Dr. Nadine Hachach-Haram, a London-based plastic surgeon, once noticed that despite the increasing digitalisation, operating rooms lagged in leveraging their … [Read more...]
Winston Churchill hated his portrait – and now it’s up for auction
We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight so that painters don't botch up my portrait... A portrait of Winston Churchill by an artist whose work the British leader loathed went on display yesterday (Tuesday 16 April) at Churchill’s birthplace - ahead of an auction in June.The painting by modernist artist Graham Sutherland was made in preparation for a … [Read more...]
Accor Spearheads Hospitality Innovation and Sustainability with Diverse Brand Portfolio
Accor, a leading hospitality group, is poised to revolutionize the industry with its diverse portfolio of 45+ iconic brands, driving innovation and sustainability in 2024. Led by Group Chairman & CEO Sebastien Bazin, Accor emphasizes a heart-centered approach, focusing on people and the planet. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
IHG grows voco brand in South Korea with new Seoul signing
Following the rebranding of an existing property, the hotel will become IHG’s second voco branded hotel in South Korea, following the 2022 debut of voco Seoul Gangnam. A heightened presence Following its recent signing, voco Seoul Myeongdong is set to open by the middle of this year. The 576-room property promises to offer thoughtful, unstuffy and charming experiences led by the three ‘come on … [Read more...]
Paris’ Centre Pompidou gives modern sculptor Constantin Brancusi his biggest show yet
Romanian-born Constantin Brancusi, known as one of the pioneers of modern sculpture, gets his biggest retrospective ever at Paris’ Centre Pompidou, with nearly 200 sculptures on show. Often hailed as one of the founding fathers of modern sculpture, Romanian-born Constantin Brancusi was fully embraced by his adopted country France – and the feeling was mutual.When the sculptor died in 1957, he … [Read more...]
LVMH stock falls as consumers rein in spending on luxury goods
LVMH shares fell at market close on Tuesday after the company failed to cheer investors with its latest financial results. The world’s largest luxury group, which is controlled by the family of billionaire Bernard Arnault, said its fashion and leather goods business grew 2% in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024 on an organic basis to €10.49 billion. This compares to an 18% jump a year … [Read more...]
2023 art study reveals top-selling contemporary artist and insights into female representation
In 2023, Yayoi Kusama of Japan dethroned Britain's David Hockney as the highest-grossing contemporary artist, according to a new art report. A recently unveiled art report by Hiscox Artist Top 100 for 2023 has revealed fascinating insights into the state of the contemporary art market. Among the most striking revelations is the ascendance of Yayoi Kusama, the celebrated Japanese artist … [Read more...]
Almost two thirds of EU citizens 'likely' to vote in June elections, new poll shows
Almost two-thirds of EU citizens say they are "likely" to vote in the upcoming elections to the European Parliament. The findings stem from the latest edition of the Eurobarometer, the parliament's official survey, which collected the opinions of over 26,000 people in the 27 member states.Released on Wednesday morning, it will be the last survey of its kind to be released before the bloc-wide … [Read more...]
Europe's defence dilemma: The difficulties of weighing up the costs and benefits
What are the economic implications of heightened security expenditure in Europe? Euronews looks at both the advantages and drawbacks of bolstering defence budgets in the aftermath of the Ukrainian crisis. Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 sent shockwaves across Europe, prompting a reassessment of security priorities and defence strategies across the board. In response to the escalating … [Read more...]
Adult gap years: Why taking a mini-sabbatical might be exactly what you need
Cost is a common obstacle for people considering a break, but there are creative ways around it. If you daydream about getting a break from the stress of work, you might picture a restful week of holiday or a long weekend away.But some people are opting for something more ambitious.Dubbed mini sabbaticals, adult gap years or gap months, these extended breaks range from quitting a job to taking … [Read more...]
Latest news bulletin | April 17th – Morning
Top News Stories Today Updated: 17/04/2024 - 07:12 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. ...More Appeared first on: euronews.com … [Read more...]
Clashes and arrests at Georgia protest over so-called 'Russian law' proposals
The demonstrations in Georgia's capital, Tbilisi, resulted in clashes that led to injuries among protesters and a police officer. Georgian police used tear gas on Tuesday to disperse a large protest outside the parliament building against a proposed bill that would require media and non-profit organizations to register as foreign-influenced if they receive more than 20% of their funding from … [Read more...]
Product Innovation – The new shower toilet AquaClean Alba from Geberit
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What an Emergency Dispatch Operator Will Most Likely Ask You & By Amari Gambrell
When suddenly faced with an emergency, you may immediately feel frightened and helpless. An emergency communications system can help reduce or eliminate those reactions by providing immediate assistance. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]