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Eric Huang, head of Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania: “Lithuania as a morale superpower of global democracies” - The Baltic Times

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“Lithuania as a morale superpower of global democracies can help Taiwan to make more contributions to the world,” Mr. Eric Huang, Re......

Norway's PM visiting Estonia - The Baltic Times

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TALLINN - Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store will visit Estonia on Friday to meet with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and President Alar Kari......

Market research tactics that can take companies to the next level - The Baltic Times

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The importance of market research for the growth and steady development of a company cannot be undervalued. All successful entrepreneurs know th......

Russian Interior Ministry Proposes Foreigners Sign 'Agreement of Loyalty'

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The draft law proposes banning foreigners from "discrediting" Russian policy and “denying traditional family values.”

Gamescom Latam will combine BIG Festival and Gamescom

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Expanding Latin America's gaming landscape, Gamescom and the BIG Festival will get together to create a brand new event: Gamescom Latam.The BIG Festival in Brazil is joining forces with Gamescom.


Expanding Latin America's gaming landscape, Gamescom and the BIG Festival will get together to create a brand new event: Gamescom Latam.Read More

Pushing $60m: Reno rescue state’s latest multimillion-dollar blowout

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Taxpayers will pay more for the refurbishment of politicians’ bedrooms and offices, with the cost of a parliamentary upgrade blowing out for a second time – but by how much is unknown.

Ukraine Says Russia Ramping Up Attacks on Avdiivka

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Ukrainian military officials said Russian forces had "significantly increased" their assault on the war-torn town, which has been on the front line since 2014.

‘Make it more’: generative AI memes explode onto the internet

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We're headed toward a future where the overwhelmingly majority of content on the web is AI generated — and likely, the vast majority overall.Various meme-like icons fly out of a computer against a wireframe background in a synthwave style.


We're headed toward a future where the overwhelmingly majority of content on the web is AI generated — and likely, the vast majority overall.Read More

Russian and Chinese Business Leaders Discuss Undersea Crimea Tunnel

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The Russian-built bridge over the Kerch Strait is vulnerable to Ukrainian attacks, having been hit twice since Feb. 2022. As a result, Russia is looking for safer alternative transportation routes.

'I regret everything that happened': Ex-wife of French serial killer Fourniret on trial

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Monique Olivier, the ex-wife of France's most notorious serial killer Michel Fourniret, is on trial again as an accomplice in the kidnapping and murder of three other females.

Russia to Transport Dozens of Migrants to Last Open Finnish Border Checkpoint

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Another 200 foreign nationals who were unable to cross the border will be provided with a bus connection to St. Petersburg, the Murmansk governor said.

Exclusive: Amazon AWS aims to outshine Microsoft with Gen AI offerings at Re:Invent

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Swami Sivasubramanian, Amazon AWS’s vice president of Data and AI, gave VentureBeat a preview of what to expect from AWS' keynotes, including building Bedrock apps in less than a minute, more LLM choice, vector database expansion, and more.Microsoft Re:invent sneak peek


Swami Sivasubramanian, Amazon AWS’s vice president of Data and AI, gave VentureBeat a preview of what to expect from AWS' keynotes, including building Bedrock apps in less than a minute, more LLM choice, vector database expansion, and more.Read More

Russia extends detention of American journalist Gershkovich again

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The Wall Street Journal reporter was arrested on espionage charges in March and will be held until 30 January.

Insurance Industry and Smart Contracts: Improving Efficiency and Reducing Fraud - The Baltic Times

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IntroductionIn today's digital age, technology continues to revolutionize various industries, an......

Latvijas Banka is issuing a coin dedicated to the anniversary of the Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation - The Baltic Times

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On Wednesday, 29 November, Latvijas Banka will issue an unusually shaped silver collector coin "Fan of Light Rays" to mark the 25......

Israel 'stealing organs' from bodies in Gaza, alleges human rights group

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Concerns about 'organ theft' by Israel's forces from dead Palestinians were raised by Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor.

ChatGPT is helping criminals con shoppers. How to spot scams.

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Advanced AI tools are making it easier for criminals to dupe consumers. Here's how to avoid getting scammed.

Watch: Volcano in Japan spews ash, rock 200m into sky

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An explosive eruption sends volcanic rock hurtling into the sea around Niijima Island, south of Tokyo.

Riot Games is closing down its last data centers in switch to AWS

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Riot is preparing to close down its last owned and operated data centers as it switches to AWS' cloud solutions.Riot Games' League of Legends is the biggest esport.


Riot is preparing to close down its last owned and operated data centers as it switches to AWS' cloud solutions.Read More

Situation on Ukrainian-Polish border could cause losses of at least EUR 30 million in exports for Latvian food industry - association - The Baltic Times

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RIGA - The situation on the Ukrainian-Polish border may cause at least EUR 30 million loss in export turnover for the Latvian food industry, Ina......

Russia Attacking Avdiivka ‘From All Directions,’ Says Kyiv

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The nearly-encircled town near the Russian-held regional stronghold of Donetsk has faced a fierce onslaught for more than a month.

Reports Say Pope Francis Is Removing Cardinal Burke’s Vatican Home and Salary

Source by Jason Horowitz and Ruth Graham

Word of the action against Cardinal Raymond Burke came after the prelate’s increasingly pointed critiques of the reform-minded pope.

Russian Central Bank To Resume Currency Trades in 2024

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The Bank had suspended those transactions in August as the ruble slid below 100 against the U.S. dollar.

‘Take a simple idea and take it seriously’: Charlie Munger in his own words

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Warren Buffett’s investment acolyte was famous for his quips

More hostage releases expected as Hamas Israel truce extended

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The extension will also mean more aid can flow into Gaza where the humanitarian situation remains "catastrophic".

Marvel's Jonathan Majors in court over assault charge

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The actor, who had recent roles in blockbuster films, allegedly had a ”domestic dispute” with his girlfriend.

Sweden's prime minister condemns far-right call to demolish mosques

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Swedish far-right politician Jimmie Åkesson said mosques that spread anti-democratic, anti-Swedish, homophobic and anti-Semitic propaganda should be confiscated and demolished.

"Balcia" has begun using AI-based risk calculation software - The Baltic Times

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Insurance technology company "Balcia" has initiated a collaboration with the Swiss company kasko2go, introducing an Artificial Intelli......

Missing COP28 Summit Complicates Biden’s Climate Credentials

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The president is facing some pressure to focus on oil drilling and gas prices at home, while boosting climate ambition on the world stage.

Toxic gas putting millions at risk in Middle East, BBC finds

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The UAE, hosts of the COP28 climate summit, is breaking its own ban on gas flaring, the BBC finds.

Baltic States to Skip OSCE Meeting Over Lavrov Invite

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Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania said that inviting Moscow's Foreign Minister "risks legitimizing aggressor Russia" as a member of OSCE.

Search continues for crew of sunken cargo ship in Greek waters

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The Comoros-registered Raptor had a crew of 14. Only one survivor has been rescued so far.

EIB signs €115 million loan to Luminor to support businesses across the Baltics - The Baltic Times

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- The funding aims to improve access to finance in the Baltic region, with a focus on supporting the green transition.......

Smart Contract Platforms: A Comparison of Ethereum, EOS, and Other Major Players - The Baltic Times

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IntroductionIn the rapidly evolving world of blockchain technology, smart contract platforms have em......

Hamas Releases 12 More Hostages as Nations’ Spy Chiefs Go to Qatar for Talks

Source by Ben Hubbard, Thomas Fuller and Talya Minsberg

Mediators hope the current model of a daily cease-fire with the release of Israeli captives in exchange for freeing Palestinian prisoners would create the conditions for longer-term discussions.

Russian Court Extends Detention of Evan Gershkovich

Source by Ivan Nechepurenko

The decision means that the journalist, Evan Gershkovich, who has denied the espionage charge against him, will remain in custody until Jan. 30.

Lithuanian PM, in Kyiv, pays tribute to Ukrainians killed in war with Russia - The Baltic Times

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VILNIUS – Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte in Kyiv on Friday paid tribute to those who lost their lives defending Ukraine agains......

Estonia's Mihkelson to Zelenskyy: Defeatist war fatigue narrative must be dispelled - The Baltic Times

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TALLINN – Chairman of the Estonian parliament's foreign affairs committee Marko Mihkelson, who was in Kyiv to attend the memorial even......

Israeli children taken hostage by Hamas reunite with family dog after release

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Yuval, Ofri and Oria Brodtz hugged their dog Rodney after being released by Hamas.

MPs call for national security check of Telegraph deal

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Conservative backbencher move comes as the culture secretary is set to ask watchdogs to probe Redbird IMI’s bid.

Kazakhstan Jails Citizen for Joining Wagner, Fighting in Ukraine

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Alexei Shompolov was charged with “committing a serious criminal offense against the peace and security of mankind.”

Winter exhibition season at the Rothko Museum - The Baltic Times

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At 4 p.m. on Friday, 8 December, the Rothko Museum will open its Winter Exhibition Season. The opening ceremony will be followed by a public exh......

As Congress Weighs Aid to Israel, Some Democrats Want Strings Attached

Source by Karoun Demirjian

Democrats are clashing with each other and the Biden administration over whether to attach conditions, including measures to avoid civilian casualties, to a major infusion of security assistance.

Russia Opens Criminal Case Against Journalist Masha Gessen Over Ukraine War ‘Fake News'

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Gessen, who lives in the U.S., was accused of spreading false information about atrocities committed by the Russian Army in Bucha.

Growing number of TikTok users get their news from the app, survey finds

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More people are getting their news from TikTok, according to Pew Research, which is in line with a larger cultural shift, with roughly half of all Americans saying they get news from social media.

Aussie swim stars clean up at AIS awards

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Australia’s unstoppable swimmers have cleaned up at the annual AIS Sport Performance Awards, picking up six prizes at a glittering ceremony in Melbourne.

Israel Gaza: Three-year-old-twins among hostages released by Hamas

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Ema and Yuly Cunio were let go with their mother on the fourth day of a truce between Israel and Hamas.

OpenAI employees demand return of ousted CEO

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Hundreds of employees at OpenAI have signed a letter threatening to quit unless ousted CEO Sam Altman is brought back. Meanwhile, Elon Musk is defending himself against charges of antisemitism as major advertisers pull out of X. Jo Ling Kent reports.

In a Shaky Oil Market, OPEC Has Bitter Decisions to Make

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Anticipating a drop in demand for 2024, major producers, led by Saudi Arabia, are trying to reduce supply.

Student Who Photographed Moscow Enlistment Office Schedule Charged With Terrorism

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Ibragim Orudzhev had stopped to check the enlistment office's working hours because he would soon be required to register, his lawyer said.

The Importance of Technology in Modern Bitcoin Exchanges - The Baltic Times

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IntroductionIn the ever-evolving world of finance, technology has played a pivotal role in transform......

In today's Russia, 'unbreakable god of war' Putin is more popular than ever

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Originally, Putin was picked as a future puppet because he fit the bill — the strongman persona was exactly what the doctor had ordered. Then he ended up cutting loose from his patrons, keeping the persona and the power he accrued all for himself, Aleksandar Đokić writes.

Russia Says Downed 16 Ukrainian Drones in South, Crimea

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Ukraine has ramped up drone and missile attacks on Russian military installations in and around the peninsula in recent months.

Russia has stockpiled missiles for winter attack on Ukraine, says Nato

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Jens Stoltenberg urges allies not to ‘underestimate’ Moscow and its war economy

Nvidia brings new Retriever, DGX Cloud and Project Ceiba supercomputer to AWS

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Nvidia and AWS partner to introduce the Grace Hopper GH200 superchip-powered DGX Cloud, Project Ceiba for supercomputing, and the NeMo Retriever for AI language model optimization.Nvidia and AWS partner to introduce the Grace Hopper GH200 superchip-powered DGX Cloud, Project Ceiba for supercomputing, and the NeMo Retriever for AI language model optimization.


Nvidia and AWS partner to introduce the Grace Hopper GH200 superchip-powered DGX Cloud, Project Ceiba for supercomputing, and the NeMo Retriever for AI language model optimization.Read More

Donkey tour shows extent of destruction in Gaza’s Khan Younis

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Traveling slowly by donkey through the rubble and past damaged buildings, Mohammed al Najar is returning to Khan Younis from Khuza'a. The 8km journey takes three to four hours, he says, as the cart passes craters along narrow strips of cleared road lined by debris. Khan Younis residents are suffering from a lack of fuel after 50 days of Israeli air strikes and a ground operation.

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Kyiv Says Russian Shelling Kills 3, Including Child

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The office of Ukraine's Prosecutor General said Russia shelled civilian areas in Seredyna-Buda, a village on the border with Russia.

New technique helps LLMs improve reasoning by ignoring irrelevant information

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The System 2 Attention (S2A) technique enhances Large Language Model (LLM) capabilities and accuracy by strategically disregarding irrelevant data in question-answering tasks.


The System 2 Attention (S2A) technique enhances Large Language Model (LLM) capabilities and accuracy by strategically disregarding irrelevant data in question-answering tasks.Read More

The biggest prosecution yet is underway in Hong Kong taking pro-democracy activists to trial

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Some of Hong Kong’s best-known pro-democracy activists went on trial Monday in the biggest prosecution yet under a law imposed by China’s ruling Communist Party to crush dissent.

Krauze to approach EU and Polish officials over truck lines on Ukrainian-Polish border - The Baltic Times

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RIGA - Agriculture Minister Armands Krauze (Greens/Farmers) is determined to approach the European Union's (EU) commissioner and Poland'......

Putin Says Russia Must Rival 'Dangerous' Western AI

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"The monopolistic domination of such foreign creations in Russia is unacceptable, dangerous and inadmissible," he said.

Polish truckers blockade continues along border with Ukraine

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The EU scrapped entry permit requirements for Ukraine to support its war effort against Russia. Polish truck drivers now want these requirements to be reinstated.

Palestinian Activist Ahed Tamimi Faces Indefinite Detention in Israel

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She is one of the highest-profile Palestinians arrested by Israel in its post-Oct. 7 crackdown. The military has moved to keep her jailed without charge, though she could also be freed in a hostage swap.

NATO Ministers Vow to Maintain Support for Ukraine

Source by Lara Jakes and Michael Crowley

Amid questions over Western resolve, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and other diplomats stressed their commitment to Kyiv’s bid to join the alliance.

Boy, 14, and freelance reporter among Palestinians freed

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A total of 180 Palestinian prisoners have now been released from Israeli jails since last Friday.

'Time has come' for Turkey to approve Sweden NATO membership - Stoltenberg

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Pressure is growing on Ankara to drop its opposition to Sweden's membership of the US-led military alliance.

Can U.S.-China Student Exchanges Survive Geopolitics?

Source by Vivian Wang

The flow of students between the countries has been a mainstay of their relationship, even when ties have soured. Now these exchanges, too, are under threat.

Watch: Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners return home to their families

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Ten Israeli hostages — nine women and a 17-year-old girl — as well as two Thai nationals, were handed over to the Red Cross in Gaza on Tuesday and were back in Israeli territory, the military said. About an hour later, Israel released 30 Palestinian prisoners.

As Russia Relations Sour, Armenians Prepare to Defend Themselves

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In southern Armenia’s Syunik province, the prospect of war looms large.

'Storm of the Century' Kills 4, Cuts Power to 2Mln in Russia, Occupied Ukraine

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Winds reached speeds of 144 kilometers per hour along the coast of southern Ukraine and Russia.

Israel Gaza: Drone footage shows Gazans scrambling for fuel

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Dozens of cars are seen queuing for fuel in Khan Younis as Gazans try to secure necessities during the ceasefire.

CEO, co-founder of Cruise Kyle Vogt resigns from position

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The CEO of Cruise announced on Sunday he was stepping down from the role.

Vytautas Kasiulis Museum of Art hosts an exhibition celebrating the birth centenary of the graphic artist Žibuntas Mikšys - The Baltic Times

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Vytautas Kasiulis Museum of Art of the Lithuanian National Museum of Art bids farewell to autumn by holding an artistic event of significance. A......

Finland to Close the Last Border Crossing With Russia for Two Weeks

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Relations have deteriorated markedly since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the Finns accuse Moscow of orchestrating a flow of migrants in retaliation for Finland joining NATO.

Indie arena shooter RoboSquad Revolution launches PC open beta

Source by Jordan Fragen

Indie arena shooter RoboSquad Revolution launches its PC open beta today, promising more creator partnerships like its deal with XSET.RoboSquad Revolution open beta launches on PC


Indie arena shooter RoboSquad Revolution launches its PC open beta today, promising more creator partnerships like its deal with XSET.Read More

Elon Musk's X sues Media Matters as advertisers flee over report on hate groups

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Elon Musk's social media company X, formerly known as Twitter, filed a lawsuit against the liberal advocacy group Media Matters for America.

Three Killed In Methane Blast In Siberian Mine

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Accidents at Russian mines and factories are relatively common due to an often lax approach to safety measures.

NATO Leaders Try to Pin Down U.S. on Ukraine Aid as Republicans Waver

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Continued American funding for Ukraine was a key concern for leaders in the military alliance, who met as the current allocation was running down and a Ukrainian counteroffensive appeared stalled.

US bonds on track for best month in nearly 40 years

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Sharp rally is driven by growing expectations of US interest rate cuts in 2024

Lightning Network and the Lightning Network Daemon (LND) - The Baltic Times

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IntroductionThe Lightning Network and the Lightning Network Daemon (LND) have emerged as revolutiona......

Baltics sign a declaration on future of Cohesion Policy - The Baltic Times

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VILNIUS - Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia have signed a joint declaration on the future of the Cohesion Policy. The document was signed during a d......

Meta targeted young users with addictive tech, states allege

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Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.

Russia Sentences Ukrainian to 18 Years Over Bomb Plot

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Dmitri Golubev was found guilty on terrorism charges for one explosion and two attempted blasts in occupied Melitopol in August 2022.

How Amazon is using AI to deliver orders even faster

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For online retailers like Amazon, Cyber Monday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year, and the company is using artificial intelligence to help with the demand. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave got exclusive access to Amazon's Robotics Research and Development Center, where it says the future of faster delivery is being built.

Meet Putin’s Possible Election Opponent: A Single Mother of 3 Calling for Peace

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Yekaterina Duntsova believes her age, gender and lack of experience in Kremlin politics could be assets. But she faces a long, challenging road ahead.

Public-private funding row reignites as disadvantaged fall behind

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Some of Queensland’s most disadvantaged children could fall years behind their peers and never catch up, while hordes of teachers could be lost to private sectors without full funding for public schools by 2025, new research has claimed.

X loses revenue as advertisers halt spending on Elon Musk's platform

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Social media platform stands to lose as much as $75 million in ad revenue as major companies withdraw spending.

Kenya’s Leader Lifts His Global Profile. At Home, the Public Fumes.

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President William Ruto has drawn attention internationally as a climate champion and peace mediator but faces domestic discontent over rising food and fuel prices, and new taxes.

OECD says markets wrong on rate cuts

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Organisation expects borrowing costs in UK and eurozone to stay high until 2025

Informatica strengthens AWS partnership, integrating with Bedrock and HealthLake

Source by Shubham Sharma

Joint users will get trusted data and enriched context to improve the accuracy of their key generative AI use cases.


Joint users will get trusted data and enriched context to improve the accuracy of their key generative AI use cases.Read More

West 'waiting for Pearl Harbor' in Russia's war against Ukraine – Lithuanian formin - The Baltic Times

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VILNIUS – The West does not see Russia's war in Ukraine as an immediate threat, waiting for a Pearl Harbor-like shock to happen, Lithu......

SpaceX Super Heavy-Starship cleared for Saturday launch attempt

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The test launch of SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship rocket will come nearly seven months after an initial test flight ended in a spectacular failure.

Consumer Adoption of Digital Yuan: Trends and Predictions - The Baltic Times

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The Digital Yuan, officially known as the Digital Currency Electronic Payment (DCEP), is China's ambitious venture into the world of central......

Russian Rock Band Leningrad Praises State Defense Conglomerate in New Song

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A video accompanying the new song called "Rostec" shows Russian military helicopters launching rockets, jets performing air maneuvers and warships firing cannons.

Kaunda suits, loved by Kenya's President William Ruto, banned in parliament

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The so-called Kaunda suit is not part of a proper dress code, the Speaker of Parliament says.

Child marriage: 'I was sold into marriage for £7 at the age of 12'

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Tamara was married at 12 and a mother at 13 - one of millions worldwide who marry before 18.

Study: Economic crises reduce consumption of Estonian-made food - The Baltic Times

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TALLINN – While as recently as six years ago, 90 percent of Estonian residents preferred to buy Estonian food, the economic crises of rece......

The ‘self-operating’ computer emerges

Source by Bryson Masse

Powered by GPT-4V, the framework takes screenshots as input and outputs mouse clicks and keyboard commands, just as a human would.


Powered by GPT-4V, the framework takes screenshots as input and outputs mouse clicks and keyboard commands, just as a human would.Read More

Russia Charges Ukrainian Eurovision Winner in Absentia

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The Moscow Prosecutor's Office accused Jamala of posting a video last April in which she spread "false information" about Russia's actions in Ukraine.

West Bank Residents Praise Hamas for Palestinian Prisoners’ Release

Source by Christina Goldbaum and Hiba Yazbek

Some people in the West Bank, where frustration with the Palestinian Authority has been simmering for years, believe Hamas and other armed groups are the only ones they can trust to protect them.

Los Angeles startup Micro1 is using AI to reinvent how companies hire engineers

Source by Michael Nuñez

Micro1, an innovative startup leveraging AI technology, aims to transform the software development industry and redefine tech talent screening, setting new standards in the tech landscape.Abstract painting of a technical talent recruiter.


Micro1, an innovative startup leveraging AI technology, aims to transform the software development industry and redefine tech talent screening, setting new standards in the tech landscape.Read More

U.S. Has Warned Israel to Fight More Surgically in Gaza, Officials Say

Source by Erica L. Green

American officials have told the Israelis that a major bombardment risks sparking a humanitarian crisis that overwhelms the world’s capacity to respond.

Crowds and dignitaries gather for Rosalynn Carter memorial service

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A host of former US presidents and first ladies will attend the tribute service in Georgia.

Rare Sumatran rhino born in Indonesia

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There are only around 40 of the animals left in the world, conservationists say.

Central Europe agrees to step up efforts to stop illegal migration at EU borders

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Some 13 of the EU's 27 member states have reintroduced internal border checks with their neighbours in recent months, a departure from the normal border-free travel enjoyed in the Schengen zone.

Poland's president to swear in 14-day government

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The tactical move will allow the Law and Justice party to hang on to power for a little longer and make more appointments to state bodies.

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Charlie Munger, Berkshire Hathaway vice-chair, 1924-2023

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Warren Buffett’s trusted partner shaped the investing style that made both men billionaires

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: How the 17-day India rescue unfolded

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Forty-one construction workers were freed after over two weeks trapped in a tunnel.

Watch: European capitals are covered with snow for first time this winter

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Residents of Stockholm and Berlin woke up to layers of snow.

Smart Contracts For Identity Verification: Strengthening Security And Reducing Fraud - The Baltic Times

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In today's digital landscape, where online transactions and interactions have become commonplace, ensuring secure identity verification is o......

Elon Musk says X will donate ad, subscription revenue tied to Gaza war

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Musk, who is under fire for supporting an antisemitic post, said the money will be donated to hospitals in Israel and to the Red Cross in Gaza.

Relatives of Mobilized Russian Soldiers Launch Cross-Country Sticker Protest

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Images of the anti-mobilization car stickers were shared by a group of relatives calling for the return of their loved ones from the front.

Germany’s Much-Vaunted Strategic Pivot Stalls

Source by Christopher F. Schuetze

In the days after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Chancellor Olaf Scholz promised to revitalize Germany’s military. Nearly two years on, major change has yet to be felt.

Sierra Leone Announces Arrest of 14 in ‘Attempted Coup’

Source by Monika Pronczuk and Joseph Johnson

The West African nation has not identified the military officials and one civilian it arrested after attacks in the capital on Sunday that left 20 people dead and more than 2,000 prisoners on the loose.

Hamas hands over ten Israeli and two foreign hostages on fifth day of truce

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The ceasefire has enabled the release of 50 hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip and 150 Palestinians imprisoned in Israel. It has also allowed more aid to flow into Gaza where the humanitarian situation remains "catastrophic".

Ten European countries bolster military presence in Baltic Sea

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"A very serious security situation" means more military assets need to be deployed in the waters on Europe's eastern frontier.

Financial sector agrees on continued measures ensuring access to cash - The Baltic Times

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Latvijas Banka, Finance Latvia Association and the commercial banks with the widest network of ATMs and branches – Swedbank AS, ......

British intelligence says Russian losses have increased in recent weeks

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The battle for Avdiivka is continuing, with Russian troops having failed at their latest attempt to block the main roads accessing the strategic Ukrainian city.

Belarus' KGB activity at 'historical high' now – Lithuania's intelligence chief - The Baltic Times

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VILNIUS – The Lithuanian State Security Department (SSD) is currently observing an unprecedented level of activity from Belarus' KGB, ......

Russian Teen Sentenced to 6 Years for Enlistment Office Arson Attempt

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Yegor Balazeikin, 17, became an opponent of the war in Ukraine after his uncle was killed in battle.

Documents Show Plan for Leader of COP28 Climate Talks to Promote Fossil Fuels

Source by Hiroko Tabuchi

A leaked document has talking points for the president of the United Nations climate conference, who is an oil executive in the United Arab Emirates, to advance oil and gas deals.

Benefits of Lightning Network - The Baltic Times

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IntroductionThe Lightning Network has emerged as a groundbreaking solution to address the scalabilit......

Microsoft hires Sam Altman 3 days after OpenAI fired him as CEO

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Altman landed at Microsoft, the biggest investor in OpenAI, as former Twitch leader Emmett Shear was named OpenAI's new chief executive.

Ransomware attack on health care chain impacts hospitals across U.S.

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A ransomware attack on a national health care chain that operates 30 hospitals across six states has affected patients and facilities. Ardent Health Services said it took its network offline as a protective measure. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.

Russia Says Downed Ukrainian Drones Over 5 Regions

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The attack came as Kyiv marked Holodomor, the starvation that killed millions in Ukraine during the Stalin-era.

Bolivia wildfires: Locals care for animals affected by blazes

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Images from mountainous San Buenaventura show locals doing their best to help vulnerable wildlife.

Russian Murderer and Cannibal Released to Fight in Ukraine – Reports

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Denis Gorin, 44, from the Sakhalin region, had been sentenced to 22 years in prison in a special-regime colony for murder in 2018.

KKR takes full control of Global Atlantic as it rearranges its finances

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Private equity group says it wants shareholders to better understand its growth

In New Zealand, Maori Wardens Take a Different Approach to Crime

Source by Natasha Frost

The strategies used by the Indigenous community policing alternative are in stark contrast to more muscular tactics pitched by the incoming government.

Bungie delays Destiny 2 expansion The Final Shape

Source by Rachel Kaser

Bungie officially delays its upcoming expansion to Destiny 2 by several months following a round of layoffs at the studio.


Bungie officially delays its upcoming expansion to Destiny 2 by several months following a round of layoffs at the studio.Read More

Untreated diseases could kill more than bombings in Gaza, WHO warns

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Diarrhoea is widespread in shelters and chronic illnesses are not being treated, the UN agency warns.

Ukrainian and Baltic foreign ministers to boycott OSCE meeting in Skopje if Russia's Lavrov attends - The Baltic Times

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KYIV - Ukraine said Tuesday it will "boycott" an OSCE meeting in the North Macedonian capital Skopje this week after the invitation of......

Russia Says Reporter Dies After Ukraine Drone Attack

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At least 15 media workers have been killed in Ukraine since Moscow launched its assault, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists.

Israel-Hamas War: Talks in Qatar Focus on Extending Truce as Deadline Looms

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Hamas is expected to release more hostages as mediators race to lock in another extension before the cease-fire expires Thursday morning.

Ukraine braces for more bad weather following a devastating storm that left at least 10 dead

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Forecasters say more snow and rain is expected across the country on Tuesday.

Trapped in a Tunnel for 15 Days, With No End in Sight

Source by Suhasini Raj

The effort to rescue 41 construction workers in India has faced repeated setbacks. Now the authorities are trying to drill vertically through a mountain.

Bandai Namco Entertainment invests in more U.S. game startups

Source by Dean Takahashi

Bandai Namco's 021 Fund said it has invested in two additional U.S. game startups -- Flickplay and Code Charm.Bandai Namco Entertainment's 021 Fund is investing in U.S. game startups.


Bandai Namco's 021 Fund said it has invested in two additional U.S. game startups -- Flickplay and Code Charm.Read More

President doubts usefulness of Karins' flights on private jets - The Baltic Times

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RIGA - Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics believes that the flights of former prime minister and current Foreign Minister Krisjanis Karins (New ......

Angry Birds maker Rovio unveils guide for inclusive game design

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Angry Birds maker Rovio is taking a stand for inclusivity in game design with its a diversity-focused playbook for the industry.Rovio's playbook for inclusive game development and marketing.


Angry Birds maker Rovio is taking a stand for inclusivity in game design with its a diversity-focused playbook for the industry.Read More

Storm Batters Southern Ukraine, Spreading Misery for Civilians and Soldiers

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Violent waves stirred by hurricane-force winds threatened to tear maritime mines from their moorings in the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea.

Finland to close all borders with Russia after migrant surge

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Prime Minister Petteri Orpo told a press conference in Helsinki that the last remaining border post, in the Arctic, would be closed until 13 December.

Poland’s Plock is not only the handball team of ORLEN Wisla Plock – there is much more! - The Baltic Times

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Elon Musk faces growing backlash over his support of antisemitic X post

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Apple and Disney follow IBM and the European Commission in halting ads on X after a report showed that ads are appearing next to Nazi-related content.

Soaring Turkish Exports of Military-Linked Goods to Russia Raise Western Concerns – FT

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Turkish exports are labeled as being destined for Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, but authorities there do not report increased imports.

Deutsche Bank chief says EU should consider scrapping bonus cap

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But HSBC boss Noel Quinn warns against ‘unleashing inappropriate amounts of risk-taking’

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Kremlin Says ‘Regrets’ Armenia Snubbing Defense Summit

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Neither Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan nor his defense minister showed up to a meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Minsk.

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Latest news bulletin | November 28th – Morning

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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Latvia to host one of stages of European Grand Prix for choral singing - The Baltic Times

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RIGA - The International Baltic Sea Choir Competition in Jurmala has won the opportunity for Latvian to organize the European Grand Prix for Cho......

Israel Gaza: 33 Palestinians released on fourth day of truce

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It brings the total number of Palestinians released since the first swap on Friday to 150.

Ukrainian Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Spying for Russia

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An investigation found the man had sent voice messages to Russian forces in the area with information about the location of Ukrainian military units, equipment, weapons storehouses, military bases and headquarters.

Russian Man Who Faked Death to Avoid Ukraine War Handed 5-Year Sentence

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Zorigto Arabzhaev was found guilty of deserting a military outpost at a time of mobilization.

Luminor grants EUR 10.4 million to Rumbula Industrial Park - The Baltic Times

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 Continuing its ongoing cooperation, Luminor Bank has issued a long-term loan of EUR 10.4 million to......

Employee Engagement Software for Work-Life Balance - The Baltic Times

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In the modern world, maintaining a work-life balance has become increasingly challenging for working professionals. Juggling working hours, tigh......

France moves to shut down far-right groups amid anger over teenager's killing

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Several people were arrested at an 'ultra-right' march in Lyon on Monday evening.

Moscow to Send Hundreds of Fish to Flood-Stricken Crimea Aquarium

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The Sevastopol Aquarium was inundated by flooding during a powerful storm on Sunday, which killed an estimated 800 tropical fish at the facility.

Advertisers leave X after Elon Musk promotes antisemitic post

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Elon Musk created a firestorm of controversy after he liked an antisemitic post on his social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, calling it "the actual truth." Several major advertisers have announced they are leaving the platform, including IBM and Lionsgate. The White House also condemned Musk's comments. Nancy Cordes reports from Washington.

Sandy Hook families offer to settle Alex Jones's $1.5bn debt

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Relatives of the victims are willing to accept a fraction of the nearly $1.5bn they won in legal judgements.

The Nikki Haley wild card for 2024

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Trump is favourite to win the Republican nomination but many US voters don’t want a rerun of the 2020 election

Tuesday Briefing: A Deal to Extend the Gaza Truce

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Plus Indonesia’s female forest rangers.

SpaceX's Starship test launch ends in explosions

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It was a day of mixed results after SpaceX's Super Heavy Starship, the most powerful rocket ever built, lifted off in South Texas for its second-ever test flight Saturday. Although the Starship successfully separated from its first-stage booster after takeoff, both the booster, and the Starship itself, then separately exploded. Mark Strassman has more.

Russian Natural Resources Ministry Official Arrested on Bribery Charges

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Reports said Alexei Yakovlev has been described as “arguably the only decent person” among his fellow department heads in the ministry.

Growing inflow of migrant workers poses threat for Lithuania's security – minister - The Baltic Times

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VILNIUS –The growing inflow of foreigners coming to Lithuania for work is a threat to Lithuania's security, Interior Minister Agne Bil......

Russian State TV Hails Dutch Far-Right Hardliner’s Election Victory

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Geert Wilders has praised Russian President Vladimir Putin in the past and supports ending Dutch military aid to Ukraine.

Sam Altman returns as CEO of OpenAI

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Less than a week after he was fired as CEO of OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, Sam Altman has returned to his post after being briefly hired by Microsoft. Altman's return came after hundreds of OpenAI workers threatened to leave the company if he was not reinstated.

Benelux can strike back against escalating drug wars thanks to a one-of-a-kind treaty

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The new Benelux Police Treaty, which entered into force on 1 October, has given law enforcement in all three countries a plethora of cross-border instruments, making it the finest tool in the fight against organised crime in Europe, Frans Weekers and Jochen Stöger write.

Basketball vs. Football: Whose Matches Are Easier to Make Predictions On? - The Baltic Times

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In 2023, football and basketball stand tall as towering pillars of global fascination among many other sports. Boasting immense popularity, foot......

Far-right Israeli ministers pile pressure on Netanyahu to end truce

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Key figures in coalition dismiss idea of mass release of Palestinians from prison in return for more hostages

How to turn off iPhone's iOS 17 NameDrop feature

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How to turn off Apple's new NameDrop feature in iPhones with iOS 17 that lets users share information when devices are in close proximity.

Ex-U.S. Marine Paul Whelan Assaulted in Russian Prison – Family

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On Tuesday afternoon, Paul Whelan was "hit in the face" by a new inmate, breaking his glasses, the imprisoned American's brother said in a statement.

Talks Under Way to Extend Israel-Hamas Fighting Pause Beyond Thursday

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Diplomatic efforts continue to extend a temporary cease-fire in Gaza as the truce deal enters its final hours. Israel said Tuesday that the government is not considering any proposals for a permanent ceasefire. Photo: Mohammed Alaswad/Zuma Press

Killer Instinct: Anniversary Edition launches as base game goes free-to-play

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Iron Galaxy launched the Anniversary Edition of 2013's Killer Instinct, which upgrades all current edtions of the game.


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Gazans queue for days for a limited supply of cooking gas, BBC told

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The wait, however, could be futile, as demand is far greater than supply.

Рeculiarities of the Educational System in the Baltic Countries - The Baltic Times

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The Baltic countries, encompassing Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, boast unique educational systems shaped by their history, culture, and contem......

How many times can we say 'never again' again?

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A comparison of our responses to recent conflicts should not suggest that there is a hierarchy of victims. Quite the contrary, the history of the EU has shown repeatedly that human rights protections benefit us all — they are not a zero-sum game, Holger Loewendorf writes.

Why does the EU AI Act hang in the balance? The OpenAI drama offers clues

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How the OpenAI drama relates to the EU AI Act — which currently hangs in the balance due to debates about 'foundation' model regulation.Image created with DALL-E 3 and Canva for VentureBeat


How the OpenAI drama relates to the EU AI Act — which currently hangs in the balance due to debates about 'foundation' model regulation.Read More

'We fought to get her back,' son says as more hostages released

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British-Israeli Noam Sagi spoke to the BBC after his mother Ada was freed from Hamas captivity in Gaza.

Ireland vows to heed social concerns after anti-immigrant riots

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Dublin could avoid placing asylum seekers in city areas ‘where there is tension and concern’, trade minister says

Biden Hopes to Alter the Trajectory of the War as Hostages Are Released

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At the president’s urging, the temporary truce between Israel and Hamas was extended two more days. The challenge is what comes next.

Ukraine Suspects Russia Poisoned Spy Chief's Wife

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Investigators' "main hypothesis" is that Moscow was involved in the poisoning attempt, according to Ukrainian military intelligence spokesman Andriy Yusov.

Spotify Wrapped 2023: 'Music genres are now irrelevant to fans'

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With over 6,000 classifications on Spotify, fewer fans choose their music by genre in the digital age.

Latvian Education: Advantages and Challenges for Foreign Students - The Baltic Times

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Latvia has emerged as a destination for international students seeking high-quality education in a culturally rich environment. The Latvian educ......

Former US first ladies honour Rosalynn Carter

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Melania Trump, Michelle Obama, Laura Bush and Hillary Clinton honour another former US first lady.

Watch: Gaza Strip residents queue at fuel and gas stations

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Gaza Strip residents queued at fuel and gas stations amid a truce between Israel and Hamas which entered its fifth day on Tuesday.

Interpol chief: we need global response to tackle 'epidemic of transnational organised crime'

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Interpol was founded in 1923 in Vienna as the International Criminal Police Commission (ICPC). After World War II, the agency was renamed Interpol and adopted a new constitution.

Safety for all, Taiwan’s just cause to INTERPOL - The Baltic Times

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INTERPOL, an important forum spurring the development of global policing against international crime, is where all stakeholders discuss cross-bo......

LME wins High Court ruling over cancelled nickel trades

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Judges dismiss claims against metal exchange by Elliott Management and Jane Street

How some U.S. lighthouses are being saved

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While changing technologies like GPS have made them beacons of the past, many lighthouses are still being preserved for future generations. Mark Strassmann has more.

For first time, researchers use artificial intelligence to build a robot

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A team of researchers at Northwestern University say they have developed the first artificial intelligence program that has built a robot. They say what the robot can do isn't the main point, but it's what this breakthrough could mean for the future of AI. Charlie De Mar has details.

New sentence for US lawyer who murdered family

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The disgraced lawyer, already serving two life terms for murder, gets a 27-year sentence for financial fraud.

Dagestani Doctor Refused Russian State TV Appearance in Hijab

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Immunologist Ayshat Idarmacheva said that her invitation to appear in a segment on Channel One was revoked after producers learned she wears a hijab.

Cyber Monday shipping gets boost from AI

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Americans spent a record amount shopping over Thanksgiving weekend, which means a difficult road ahead to ship all those items. Kris Van Cleave looks at how AI is being used to help streamline the process.

Josh Seftel's mom on artificial intelligence

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Filmmaker Josh Seftel catches up with his mother, Pat, to chat about the implications of AI.

Spare us the sanctimony on fit and proper media owners

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The UAE-Telegraph deal should probably be blocked but the roll call of UK press barons is hardly one to shout about

Burlington, Vermont, shootings leave one troubling question: Why?

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Investigators are looking for clues on whether the attack on three Palestinian students was a hate crime.

World Expo 2030: Saudi Arabia Captures Another Prize

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Winning the rights to host the major global event is a coup for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s efforts to remake the kingdom’s international image.

Freed Israeli Hostages Feel Cycles of Emotion After Captivity, Families Say

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‘Everything is just so fragile,’ said a cousin of the first two hostages freed last month.

Benko’s Signa property group files for insolvency

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Filing will concern dozens of European banks over their exposure to indebted group

Warnings Emerge Over Emirati A.I. Firm G42’s Ties to China

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American spy agencies have warned about the Emirati firm G42 and its work with large Chinese companies that U.S. officials consider security threats.

Too little. Too late. Too slow. But could COP yet turn the tide on climate change?

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As delegates assemble in Dubai, Pilita Clark reflects on an unwieldy, polarising, occasionally ‘unhinged’ process — and why we need it to succeed more than ever

US third quarter GDP growth revised up to 5.2%

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Aunt of 4-Year-Old Israeli Hostage Talks About Her Time in Captivity

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Avigail Idan shared one piece of pita bread per day with four others, and did not have a shower or bath during her 50 days in captivity, her aunt said.

Boris Johnson ‘not in charge’ in lead-up to pandemic, inquiry hears

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Sajid Javid says former PM allowed Dominic Cummings to make key government decisions in early days of crisis

Russian Women Protest Long Deployments for Soldiers in Ukraine

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“Make way for someone else,” a new grass-roots movement demands as women challenge the official argument that the mobilized troops are needed in combat indefinitely.

Latest news bulletin | November 29th – Morning

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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

The crackdown on Ukraine’s oligarchs

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s government is taking action against politically influential business figures. But will a new generation take their place?

Rishi Sunak escalates his war of words with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis

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The British prime minister said his Greek counterpart wanted to "grandstand and relitigate issues of the past" rather than focus on serious topics.

Israel-Gaza war: The Red Cross's delicate role in hostage crises

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The part played by the Red Cross in the Gaza hostage releases highlights its unique role.

Elon Musk endorses antisemitic post on X as "the actual truth"

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Elon Musk, the world's richest person, said he agreed with an X post that claims that Jews are pushing "hatred against whites."

Sam Altman to leave OpenAI after its board says CEO wasn't candid

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OpenAI said its board concluded Altman "was not consistently candid in his communications." Mira Murati will step in as interim CEO.

In Canada, a Judge Sentences an Incel Killer as a Terrorist

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A Toronto teenager who killed a woman in a massage business was sentenced on Tuesday to life in prison. The case was the first time gender-based violence in the country was labeled terrorism.

Eric Huang, head of Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania: “The value of semiconductors goods in trade today is larger than that of petroleum or oil” - The Baltic Times

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First milestone of the Taiwan-Lithuania Semiconductor Cooperation successfully achieved. Both sides will continue working on the next two phases......

US Supreme Court to weigh challenge to SEC’s in-house courts

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A wide-reaching decision could upend enforcement practices in agencies across the country

A Gaza Truce Aids Both Israel and Hamas. Until the Calculus Changes.

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Both Israel and Hamas are reaping benefits from the cease-fire, but as the hostage-for-prisoner exchanges continue, Israeli leaders may feel growing pressure to resume the war.

France to Ban Smoking in Forests, on Beaches and Near Schools

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A government anti-smoking plan also includes costlier cigarettes and a ban on disposable vapes. Smoking is the leading cause of avoidable deaths in France.

Watch: Teen steers runaway bus away from petrol pumps

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CCTV captured how an Australian student stopped her school bus from hitting a petrol station.

Santander chair Ana Botín welcomes UK banker bonus cap removal

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Lender says it could change way it pays staff after rule brought in following financial crisis is scrapped

Ukraine Says Kyiv Hit by ‘Most Massive’ Drone Attack Since War Began

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The Ukrainian army said the majority of the Iranian-made drones were downed over Kyiv, causing power cuts in the city center as temperatures dipped below freezing.

OpenAI workers say they'll quit unless Sam Altman is reinstated as CEO

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Employees demanding return of former boss tell OpenAI board to resign, threatening to leave and follow the ousted CEO to Microsoft otherwise.

Missing Ukrainian Toddler Found Adopted by Putin Ally – BBC

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Margarita Propenko was renamed Marina Mironova, with A Just Russia leader Sergei Mironov and his wife Inna Varlamova listed as her parents.

Hamas and Israel Extend Cease-Fire for 2 Days, Qatar Says

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The extension, and another exchange of hostages and prisoners, raised hopes that more people would be set free and more humanitarian aid would reach people in the Gaza Strip.

Rise in hate speech on social media platforms, new EU report finds

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The study focused specifically on online hate in social media posts and discovered that women, people of African descent, Jewish and Roma people were most targeted.

Allied support for Lithuanian division will depend on bilateral discussions – NATO admiral - BNS INTERVIEW - The Baltic Times

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VILNIUS - NATO does not require the creation of a division in Lithuania, Rob Bauer, chair of the NATO Military Committee says, adding that allie......

AWS re:Invent 2023 defines a resilient vision for cloud security’s future

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The GAIA benchmark: Next-gen AI faces off against real-world challenges

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Researchers introduce a new AI benchmark called GAIA that tests chatbots with 466 real-world reasoning questions to reveal limitations compared to human competence.Researchers introduce a new AI benchmark called GAIA that tests chatbots with 466 real-world reasoning questions to reveal limitations compared to human competence.


Researchers introduce a new AI benchmark called GAIA that tests chatbots with 466 real-world reasoning questions to reveal limitations compared to human competence.Read More

Want to buy a vehicle from Hyundai? Soon you can get one on Amazon.

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Amazon customers, who can peruse showrooms and compare prices, will soon be able to use the e-commerce site to buy Hyundai vehicles.

Lithuania energmin to sign pact on energy facilities' cyber security during US visit - The Baltic Times

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VILNIUS – Lithuanian Energy Minister Dainius Kreivys is in the United States this week where he will sign an agreement with the Idaho Nati......

Slovenia begins refunding thousands of COVID fines

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Hardline pandemic control measures saw Slovenians sanctioned for breaches as minor as eating a sandwich alone outdoors.

Ukraine cautiously optimistic about new Black Sea shipping corridor

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The temporary corridor was established by Kyiv following Russia’s withdrawal from a wartime agreement designed to ensure safe grain exports.

After 9 Years in Limbo, Treasures From Crimea Return to Ukraine

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The artifacts were on loan to a Dutch museum when Russia invaded in 2014. Ukraine argued that they must be kept out of the aggressor’s hands.

Estonian cbank to issue silver coin dedicated to Konstantin Konik - The Baltic Times

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TALLINN – The Bank of Estonia will release a silver collector coin to mark the 150th anniversary of the birth of Konstantin Konik, an Esto......

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Rescued India workers tell of yoga and phone games

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The 41 men are recuperating in hospital after being trapped in a tunnel in Uttarakhand state for 17 days.

Highlights from the AWS re:Invent keynote: Q AI, strong bedrock foundation, and a smarter cloud

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In a wide ranging keynote session that was nearly 2.5 hours long, Adam Selipsky, CEO of Amazon Web Services, detailed the continued progressA gray block with yellow eyes and smiling arrow mouth in Amazon style logo rests in a datacenter of similar colored servers around it.


In a wide ranging keynote session that was nearly 2.5 hours long, Adam Selipsky, CEO of Amazon Web Services, detailed the continued progressRead More

Amazon Q: A new ChatGPT-like assistant for work

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) CEO Adam Selipsky announced a new product called Amazon Q at the AWS re:Invent conference on Tuesday, which tries to improve upon Microsoft’s Copilot assistant. Amazon Q is a generative AI-powered assistant that can help users with various tasks at work, such as chatting, generating content, and taking actions. And from […]

Amazon Q assistant
Amazon Web Services (AWS) CEO Adam Selipsky announced a new product called Amazon Q at the AWS re:Invent conference on Tuesday, which tries to improve upon Microsoft’s Copilot assistant. Amazon Q is a generative AI-powered assistant that can help users with various tasks at work, such as chatting, generating content, and taking actions. And from Se…Read More

Russia's Parliament to Announce Presidential Race on Dec. 13 – Communist Leader

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Next year’s presidential election is scheduled to take place in March, with President Vladimir Putin widely expected to run for a fifth term in office.

C.I.A. Director Arrives in Qatar for Talks on Hostage Releases

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William J. Burns, the C.I.A. head, and David Barnea, who leads the Mossad, Israel’s spy service, are scheduled to meet with officials in Qatar, which has been mediating talks between Israel and Hamas.

UK mortgage approvals beat forecasts to hit 3-month high

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Bank of England data points to stabilisation in property market after long period of low house sales

Latest news bulletin | November 28th – Midday

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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Some in Netanyahu’s Government Pressure Him to Reject Longer Cease-Fire

Source by Sheera Frenkel

“Stopping the war = breaking apart the government,” said Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel’s far-right national security minister, who threatened to leave the governing coalition.

Pope Francis Cancels Trip to COP28 Climate Summit After Getting Sick

Source by Elisabetta Povoledo

Days after the pontiff was forced to slow down because of a flu, his doctors advised him to not travel to Dubai for COP28. Francis has made climate activism a hallmark of his papacy.

Finding happiness after the Clutha helicopter crash

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A decade since disaster struck a busy Glasgow pub, survivor Michael Byrne speaks of the impact the tragedy had on him.

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: The story behind this heartwarming father-son kiss

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The son was among 41 workers who were trapped in a tunnel in India's Uttarakhand state for 17 days.

Latest news bulletin | November 28th – Evening

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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

A Three-Year Cruise Is Canceled for Lack of a Ship

Source by Victor Mather

Passengers will not be visiting Machu Picchu, the Pyramids of Giza or indeed be going anywhere.

Elon Musk’s xAI will launch ‘Grok’ chatbot this week: Here’s what to expect

Source by Shubham Sharma

Elon Musk says that Grok and its capabilities will be made available to X Premium Plus subscribers as part of an early access program.


Elon Musk says that Grok and its capabilities will be made available to X Premium Plus subscribers as part of an early access program.Read More

Lightning Network and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) - The Baltic Times

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IntroductionThe world of blockchain technology continues to evolve, bringing new innovations and pos......

Wednesday Briefing: What to Watch at the U.N. Climate Talks

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Plus how New Zealand’s Maori Wardens keep the peace.

NATO chief says Ukraine will join the military alliance, subject to reforms, after the war

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Speaking ahead of a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, Jens Stoltenberg also said Ukraine was inflicting major losses on Russia.

Elon Musk Meets With Netanyahu in Israel Amid Backlash Against Social Media Post

Source by Matthew Mpoke Bigg and Ryan Mac

Alongside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, Mr. Musk toured an Israeli village where dozens of people were killed in the Hamas-led Oct. 7 attacks.

Replay: King’s Christian College v Varsity College Vikings (U20M2) — Basketball Australia Schools Championships Day 3

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Watch the full replay of King's Christian College v Varsity College Vikings (U20M2). To see more replays from this event, click 'see more'.

Vietnam Is Jailing Environmentalists Who Helped It Secure Billions

Source by Sui-Lee Wee

The government is preparing to present its energy transition plan at the U.N. climate talks as it intensifies a crackdown on environmental advocates.

Estonia ready for 'migration spillover' after Finland closes border

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Russia has been accused of weaponising migration by channelling people to the borders of Finland in recent weeks.

Former Coal Towns Get Money for Clean-Energy Factories

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An Energy Department program designed to create jobs and manufacturing in communities reliant on fossil fuels is backing projects in West Virginia, Colorado and elsewhere.

Latest news bulletin | November 29th – Midday

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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Latvia to be one of four hosts of men's FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments - The Baltic Times

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MIES (Switzerland) - Latvia will be one of four hosts of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) men's Olympic Qualifying Tournaments......

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to visit first NATO country since Ukraine invasion

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Sergei Lavrov will attend an OSCE meeting in the North Macedonian capital Skopje later this week.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 launches on March 22

Source by Rachel Kaser

Capcom confirmed in a new livestream that the upcoming action-RPG Dragon's Dogma 2 launches on March 22 next year.


Capcom confirmed in a new livestream that the upcoming action-RPG Dragon's Dogma 2 launches on March 22 next year.Read More

Student Exchange: Study Experience in the Baltic States - The Baltic Times

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Studying in the Baltic States offers a well-rounded experience where you can immerse yourself in a rich culture while keeping your living expens......

Argentina’s Javier Milei names moderate ex-trader as economy minister

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Markets boosted by choice of Luis Caputo, former finance minister from centre-right bloc

The tragic costs of e-waste

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According to the U.N., about 50 million tons of electronic waste (or e-waste) are produced every year, the vast majority of which winds up strewn in landfills in the global South, where people sift through the electronic debris in search of valuable metals. Correspondent Seth Doane looks at the tragic costs that occur when consumer products reach their end-of-life, and examines efforts to ramp up formal recycling and extending the life of products like smartphones.

IDF says Hamas has released 11 more Israelis as part of hostages-for-prisoners swap

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The group is being transferred to Israeli territory, as part of the fourth day of a hostages-for-prisoners swap deal on the sidelines of a temporary ceasefire.

In India, Rescue Arrives for Workers Trapped in Tunnel

Source by Mujib Mashal and Suhasini Raj

After repeated mechanical setbacks, the operation turned to trained miners using manual tools to clear the final stretch of debris.

Varjo releases high-end XR-4 mixed reality headset for $3,990

Source by Dean Takahashi

Varjo is releasing a new "gaze-directed" XR-4 Series mixed reality headset today for $3,990, or half the price of its previous headsets.Varjo XR-4 is being used in a flight simulation.


Varjo is releasing a new "gaze-directed" XR-4 Series mixed reality headset today for $3,990, or half the price of its previous headsets.Read More

It is important for Latvia that EU continue efforts to diversify supply chains and create new export opportunities - Foreign Ministry - The Baltic Times

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RIGA - It is important for Latvia that the European Union (EU) continues efforts to diversify supply chains and create new export opportunities ......

New Zealand’s New Government Says It Will Scrap Smoking Ban

Source by Mike Ives and Natasha Frost

The law, celebrated as a model for other countries, would have eventually made tobacco illegal.

Could Longevity Drugs for Dogs Extend Your Pet’s Life?

Source by Emily Anthes

Longevity drugs for our canine companions are moving closer to reality. They also raise questions about what it might mean to succeed.

Estonia, Finland want to investigate NewNew Polar Bear vessel in China - The Baltic Times

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TALLINN - Estonia and Finland want to send their representatives to China to investigate the main suspect of the damaging of the underwater infr......

OpenAI says Sam Altman returning as CEO days after board sacked him

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OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman says he's looking forward to returning to the company, with the support of Microsoft's CEO, to build the 2 companies' "strong partnership."

Thalidomide: Australia gives national apology to survivors and families

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PM Anthony Albanese calls the birth defects scandal one of Australia's "darkest" medical chapters.

Crimean Treasures Return to Kyiv After Years of Legal Battles

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The Scythian artifacts – some around 2,000 years old – were on loan to Amsterdam's Allard Pierson museum when they were suddenly at the center of a geopolitical crisis following Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea.

Inflation falls mask bumps on the ‘last mile’ for central banks

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As economies enter disinflation, a stand-off over rates has emerged between markets and monetary policymakers

Baltic countries boycott OSCE meeting over Russian invitation

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Vladimir Putin's foreign minister, Sergei Lavrov, has confirmed he will attend major summit in Skopje.

Eurostar to Suspend Amsterdam to London Service for 6 Months

Source by Claire Moses

The no-transfer rail connection from the Dutch capital to London will close starting in June. A new terminal for Eurostar passengers is set to open at Amsterdam’s main rail station in 2025.

Finland to Close Last Border Crossing With Russia

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Finland's Interior Minister Mari Rantanen said the closure would come into effect overnight between Wednesday and Thursday and last until Dec. 13.

Google to delete inactive accounts within days. Here's what to know.

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Starting Dec. 1, Google will terminate accounts that haven't been used in two years, which could impact photos, emails and more.

How Hamas built a force to attack Israel on 7 October

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BBC Arabic and BBC Verify have pieced together how armed groups came together to train for the assault.

Estonian culture minister to meet with EU colleagues in Brussels on Friday - The Baltic Times

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TALLINN - Estonian Culture Minister Heidy Purga is on a visit to Brussels on Friday, where she will participate in a meeting of the Education, Y......

Pope Francis receiving intravenous antibiotics for lung inflammation

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The Vatican says the pontiff does not have pneumonia but may miss “some important commitments expected for the next days."

Latest news bulletin | November 27th – Evening

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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Russia's Gazprom Plans Investment Cut as Exports Drop

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Gazprom's investment program for next year, spent on energy projects and infrastructure, will drop about 20% year-on-year to 1.57 trillion rubles ($17.8 billion).

How AI is changing breast cancer screenings

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Some doctors are using AI to assist in reading mammograms and breast sonograms. According to a recent study, doctors who use AI can detect up to 20% more cancers. CBS chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook takes a look at how the new tool can help save lives.

Gaza’s children fight to survive amid wreckage of Israel-Hamas war

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Besieged enclave has become a ‘graveyard’ for the young Palestinians who make up almost half its population

Wife of Ukraine intelligence chief in hospital after 'heavy metal poisoning'

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Marianna Budanova is now recovering in hospital, where blood tests have reportedly revealed heavy metal poisoning.

Germany to Override Debt Limit to Resolve Budget Crisis

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Chancellor Olaf Scholz pledged financial support for economic modernization and Ukraine, but will need backing for new borrowing to fill a spending gap.

Latvia will continue to support Belarus' democratic efforts - PM Silina - The Baltic Times

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RIGA - Latvia will continue to support Belarus' democratic efforts and opposition and strongly condemns the repressions carried out by Alexa......

Cobre Panamá: Panama orders controversial copper mine's closure

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Environmentalists warned the mine threatened water supplies and damaged Panama's coastal area.

Trial Starts in France for Teenagers Accused of Helping Teacher’s Killer

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The teacher, Samuel Paty, was beheaded by an Islamist extremist in 2020 after showing caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad to illustrate free speech. The case horrified the nation.

Romania is facing crucial elections in 2024 - will the country put the rising far-right in power

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Romania’s far-right party AUR is growing in popularity and could enter a government coalition next year after the country’s parliamentary election.

Learning Baltic Languages: Challenges and Benefits for Students - The Baltic Times

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The Baltic languages, a unique group of Indo-European languages, are an intriguing and rewarding area of study for linguistics enthusiasts. Comp......

UN awards Polish couple for providing safe housing for refugees since the start of war in Ukraine

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Euronews spoke to Wladyslaw Grochowski, who has been recognised, along with his wife, by the UN for providing safe accommodation for refugees in Poland.

Family return to wreckage of their Gaza home

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Wael Qudeih has already had to rebuild his family home twice after previous conflicts.

Russia Intensely Attacking Avdiivka, Robotyne, Says Ukraine

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Neither side has made significant breakthroughs on the battlefield for weeks, as Moscow's invasion drags on for a 22nd month.

Student Life in Riga: Entertainment and Activities - The Baltic Times

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Riga is a city of historical significance and academic excellence. Beyond the lecture halls and study sessions, student life in Riga offers a va......

Wilders ally overseeing first stage of Dutch coalition-building quits over fraud allegation

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Gom van Strien, a senator for Wilders' far-right Party for Freedom, was appointed last week to discuss possible coalitions with other parties.

Russia Puts Meta Spokesman on Wanted List

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Russia listed Meta as a "terrorist and extremist" organization, opening possible criminal investigations and fines for users.

US military aircraft with six aboard crashes off Japan island

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Japan's Coast Guard says one person has died in the crash off Yakushima Island in the south-west.

Freed Hamas captives tell of fear, squalor and hunger

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Israelis released from Gaza say they endured very little food, intimidation and no word from outside.

Wife of Ukraine’s Spy Chief Was Poisoned, Officials Say

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Marianna Budanova, whose husband is the director of military intelligence, is recovering in a hospital, the officials said. Her husband has long accused Russia of trying to kill him.

How AI is bringing new options to breast cancer screenings

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AI is bringing new options to breast cancer screenings, but doctors say it won't replace what they do — instead, it's a tool that research shows can help detect more cancers.

3 Flamingos Rescued in Altai Republic After Severe Storm

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“Most likely, the birds deviated from their migration path, possibly during a recent storm,” said a researcher at Saylyugem National Park.

Fortanix launches Key Insight, a new tool for managing your enterprise’s encryption keys

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Organizations can see which encryption keys and attached services/applications and users show evidence of increased risk, anomalous behavior.A giant house key made out of glowing green computer code rests on a shiny black surface and black background.


Organizations can see which encryption keys and attached services/applications and users show evidence of increased risk, anomalous behavior.Read More

Women and Leadership: 7 Women Discuss Their Journeys

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Leaders from around the world explained how they took their passions and concerns and turned them into action.

Pika Labs raises $55M, launches new AI video platform to take on Runway

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The investment takes the company's fund-raise to $55 million and marks the launch of Pika 1.0, which allows video generation and editing with text prompts.A humanoid robot made of dark gray manipulates a large black video camera on a movie set.


The investment takes the company's fund-raise to $55 million and marks the launch of Pika 1.0, which allows video generation and editing with text prompts.Read More

Sri Lanka agrees debt restructuring with Paris Club creditors

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Agreement with national lenders including India and Japan clears way to revive IMF bailout

Pope Francis cancels trip to COP28 on doctor's orders due to lung inflamation

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Francis, who turns 87 next month, was scheduled to leave Rome on Friday to address the COP28 meeting first thing Saturday morning. He also was supposed to inaugurate a faith pavilion Sunday on the sidelines of the conference before returning home.

Russia Claims Capture of Village in Ukraine's Donetsk Region

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Khromove is a small village on the outskirts of Bakhmut in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region.

Call of Duty GM Johanna Faries to speak at GamesBeat at The Game Awards

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Johanna Faries, general manager of Call of Duty, will be a speaker at our event, GamesBeat at The Game Awards on December 7.Johanna Faries is general manager of Call of Duty.


Johanna Faries, general manager of Call of Duty, will be a speaker at our event, GamesBeat at The Game Awards on December 7.Read More

Russian Court Extends Detention of U.S. Journalist Gershkovich

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The court in Moscow said Evan Gershkovich's "period of detention" would be extended by two more months until January 30.

Indian rescuers pull out all 41 workers trapped in collapsed tunnel for 17 days

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The workers have been trapped since 12 November when a landslide caused a portion of the 4.5 kilometre tunnel they were building to collapse about 200 metres from the entrance.

Hololight raises $12M for XR streaming software

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Hololight, a software maker focused on AR and VR enterprise solutions, has raised $12 million in funding for its XR streaming software.Workers use Hololight to study a turbine in a factory.


Hololight, a software maker focused on AR and VR enterprise solutions, has raised $12 million in funding for its XR streaming software.Read More

Anger and despair as Palestinians queue for supplies during truce

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Palestinians are filled with anger and despair as they seek basic supplies during the truce in Gaza.

Efforts to extend Israel Hamas truce as more hostages freed

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Three Palestinian prisoners have been freed for every one hostage taken from Israel by Hamas.

Russia Boosts 'Security' After Finland Closes Border Points

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Helsinki has claimed that a surge in attempted crossings by migrants seeking asylum is a destabilization ploy by Russia.

How the Elgin Marbles scream injustice for most Greeks

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After talks between UK and Greek leaders are cancelled, our Europe correspondent gauges the response in Athens.

Labour loses Muslim support over stance on Israel-Hamas ceasefire

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‘Heartbroken’ voters angered by Keir Starmer’s position, threatening party’s political momentum ahead of election

Armenia PM Criticizes Russia as Rift With Moscow Grows Wider

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"There is a problem related to the delivery of (Russian) weaponry and equipment for which we have already paid," Nikol Pashinyan said.

Kyiv Says 13,500 Ukrainians Returned via Russia Route

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Thousands of Ukrainians fled almost two years of brutal fighting by traveling to Russian territory but have slowly begun returning since July.

Ex-Russian State TV Reporter Sent to 'Punishment Pit' in Occupied Ukraine

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Ilya Andreyev was reportedly sentenced to punishment in a hole dug in the ground after he asked for 10 days of leave to renew his expired passport.

NATO reiterates support for Kyiv at NATO-Ukraine Council meeting

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NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, reiterated support for Ukraine and its hopes to join the military alliance.

Effective cooperation needed to break endless cycle of violence in Middle East - Karins - The Baltic Times

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RIGA - Effective cooperation, including the mobilization of all possible support for a sustainable solution to the situation, is needed to break......

Student Life in Baltic Cities - The Baltic Times

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Exploring the dynamic and culturally rich student life in the Baltic cities of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania offers a glimpse into a unique ble......

Diplomatic dispute over Greek marbles as Rishi Sunak cancel meeting with Kyriakos Mitsotakis

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The leaders had been due to meet on Tuesday to discuss the Israel-Hamas war, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the priceless antiquities which Athens wants back.

Kek Entertainment secures $8M to drive cross-platform gaming

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Kek Entertainment has raised $8 million in funding to foster cross-platform gaming experiences across mobile devices, consoles and PCs.Kek Entertainment has raised $8 million in a second round of funding.


Kek Entertainment has raised $8 million in funding to foster cross-platform gaming experiences across mobile devices, consoles and PCs.Read More

French police arrest yoga guru accused of sexual exploitation

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Gregorian Bivolaru is also wanted for arrest by Interpol for alleged aggravated trafficking in human beings.