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Portugal commemorates the Carnation Revolution – in pictures
Thousands in Lisbon celebrated the 50th anniversary on Thursday of Portugal’s Carnation Revolution, which toppled the longest fascist dictatorship in Europe and ushered in democracy. The almost bloodless revolution was conducted by a group of ...The Guardian - World -
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.
The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.The New York Times - Business -
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.
The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.The New York Times - Top stories -
Employers are using zero-hours contracts to cut wage bills, study finds
Research by Resolution Foundation will increase calls for reform of UK workers’ rightsFinancial Times - World -
Employers are using zero-hours contracts to cut wage bills, study finds
Research by Resolution Foundation will increase calls for reform of UK workers’ rightsFinancial Times - Business -
Chipotle says it’s seen no impact yet on consumers from California wage increases
Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. rose after hours on Wednesday after the fast-casual Mexican food chain reported first-quarter results that beat expectations, helped by demand for limited-time menu items.MarketWatch - Business - California -
Europe’s Climate Leaders
This annual FT-Statista survey lists the companies that have made the most progress in cutting their carbon emissions intensity. A full report, comprising articles discussing the issues that this research raises, will follow on May 16Financial Times - World - Climate -
Portugal marks the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution army coup that brought democracy
Military vehicles and red carnations return to the streets and squares of downtown Lisbon on Thursday as Portugal reenacts dramatic moments from the army coup that brought democracy 50 years agoABC News - World -
‘Everyone was in the streets. I just felt happiness’: Portugal recalls the Carnation Revolution
As the country marks 50 years since the end of fascism, people celebrate the coup’s legacy but say the fight must continue . . . . At 4am on 25 April 1974, Filipe Villard Cortez got the signal. He barricaded the door of the Monte Real air base ...The Guardian - World -
Portuguese government rejects president’s suggestion of slavery reparations
President advocated ‘paying the costs’ of colonial-era crimes but government said focus was deepening international cooperation. The Portuguese government has dismissed suggestions from the country’s president that it should “pay the costs” for ...The Guardian - World -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.5% to 100.62
The WSJ Dollar Index is up 0.5% to 100.62 — higher for two of the past three trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
AP Week in Pictures: Europe and Africa
April 19-25, 2024 French police evict migrants from a makeshift camp in Paris ahead of the Olympics, Portugal commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution, clean-up operations take place in South Africa during the Earth Day, and ...ABC News - World -
It’s time for Europe to ground Iran Air
Curiously, just days after France and the U.K. helped down airborne Iranian missiles and munitions, Iran Air flights were soaring through the sky as usual, bound for Paris and London.The Hill - Politics - Iran -
In Portugal, we’re celebrating 50 years of freedom. So why is the far right creeping back? | Vicente Valentim
Today, we remember the 1974 Carnation Revolution. But as memories of dictatorship fade, anti-democratic forces are on the rise. Fifty years ago, on 25 April 1974, a military-led movement in Portugal took down the rightwing authoritarian regime ...The Guardian - World -
U.S. Fertility Rate Falls to Record Low
Fewer babies were born in the U.S. in 2023 than any year since 1979.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Watch: The curious case of the murder of Brian Low
Police believed the retired groundsman died because of medical issues - until a post-mortem showed he had been shot.BBC News - Top stories -
Biden approval rating mired at historic low: Gallup
President Biden’s approval rating average is lower than any other president in recent history at the same point in their time in the White House, data released Friday found. The president averaged 38.7 percent job approval in his 13th quarter in ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Now It's Up to Europe to Take the Lead in Ukraine
Continental security can no longer be outsourced to the U.S., which may soon have other wars to fight.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
Europe’s Climate Leaders 2024: interactive listing
Despite chafing at green regulations, companies are making headway on cutting carbon emissionsFinancial Times - World - Climate -
Europe faces ‘mortal’ threat, says Macron
French president calls for massive investment push and EU reforms in second Sorbonne speechFinancial Times - World - Europe -
Europe faces ‘mortal’ threat, says Macron
French president calls for huge investment push and EU reforms in Sorbonne speechFinancial Times - Business - Europe -
Europe risks dying and faces big decisions - Macron
The French president delivers a stark warning for Europe to act fast to survive in a changing world.BBC News - Top stories - Europe -
Europe’s hard-right parties differ in important ways
Hard-right parties in France, Germany and Italy are hungry for success in the EU elections but national differences matterFinancial Times - Business - Europe -
Europe’s hard-right parties differ in important ways
Hard-right parties in France, Germany and Italy are hungry for success in the EU elections but national differences matterFinancial Times - World - Europe -
For Europe to Step Up, U.S. Must Step Back
Our security free-rider friends need incentives to share the burden.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.S. birth rate drops to record low, ending pandemic uptick
CDC's provisional figures show a 2% decline in births from 2022 to 2023.CBS News - Top stories -
European commercial real estate deal making slumps to 13-year low
Seventh successive quarter of declining volumes dashes hopes for revival as high interest rates continue to biteFinancial Times - Business - Europe -
Stocks Fall After GDP, Inflation Data
Stocks and government bonds fell sharply after fresh data showed the U.S. economy slowed in the first quarter.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Intel’s earnings forecast fails to clear low bar, and the stock’s drop continues
Intel Corp. shares dropped 8% in the extended session Thursday, adding to their rough start to the year as the chip company reported revenue slightly below Wall Street’s expectations.MarketWatch - Business -
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Why middle-tier retailers are suffering as high and low-price stores thrive
The once-popular clothing store Express filed for bankruptcy along with the arts and crafts retailer JOANN. They're just the latest middle-tier retailers to suffer as demand for high-end and budget stores grows. Jordyn Holman, business and retail ...CBS News - Top stories -
Europe’s Policymakers Get Ready to Lower Rates, Regardless of the Fed
European Central Bank governors are highlighting cooler inflation as a sign the bank could cut interest rates before the Federal Reserve.The New York Times - Business - Federal Reserve -
Mosquito-borne diseases spreading in Europe due to climate crisis, says expert
Illnesses such as dengue and malaria to reach unaffected parts of northern Europe, America, Asia and Australia, conference to hear. Mosquito-borne diseases are spreading across the globe, and particularly in Europe, due to climate breakdown, an ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
From state contracts to a dawn raid: how Europe turned on China’s Nuctech
Security equipment supplier’s machines are widely used at borders around the continent under public contractsFinancial Times - Business - China -
Europe turns on China’s Nuctech after decade of awarding security contracts
Security equipment supplier’s machines are widely used at borders around the continent under public contractsFinancial Times - World - China -
Europe live: Venice residents protest as city begins visitor charging scheme
Locals say city is against plan and accuse authorities of turning Venice into a ‘theme park’ by charging day trippers for visits. The latest target in Amsterdam’s decade-long battle against overtourism is an unlikely one: river cruises.. City ...The Guardian - World -
Europe falling behind US and China in pharma innovation, warns AstraZeneca chief
Continent’s drugmakers need to pay up to attract and retain talent, says Pascal SoriotFinancial Times - Business - China -
Europe falling behind US and China in pharma innovation, warns AstraZeneca chief
Continent’s drugmakers need to pay up to attract and retain talent, says Pascal SoriotFinancial Times - Business - China -
Georgians arrested over cross-Europe thefts of rare library books
Suspects alleged to have posed as academics to access books and replace them with copies, says Europol. Europe live – latest updatesPolice have arrested nine Georgians suspected of running a sophisticated criminal operation stealing valuable ...The Guardian - World -
Poland lays claim to a leadership role in Europe as Russia's war threatens stability
Poland’s foreign minister has called on NATO to increase its defense preparedness and said his government wants to be at the center of decision-making in the European Union, seeking to reestablish the country as a reliable international partner as ...ABC News - World - Russia