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Revolut reportedly facing $3m ransom demand after hackers steal hundreds of customers’ data
Revolut, Europe’s largest financial technology company, has fallen victim to a sophisticated data breach orchestrated through a compromised Italian government email system. Hackers posing as government officials contacted Revolut staff to obtain personal details of cryptocurrency customers, with attackers subsequently demanding $3 million to prevent publication of the stolen data. The incident raises concerns about…
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Cheered on by his stunning girlfriend, Troy Parrott’s La Liga career has burst into life and his goal against Real Madrid has already had THIS astonishing impact in his new hometown of Seville…
Troy Parrott’s successful start at La Liga club Real Betis has triggered a significant surge in Irish tourism to Seville. The Irish striker has impressed with goals in his home debut against Real Madrid and his Champions League debut against Lille, sparking demand from Irish football fans eager to watch him play and support their…
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Ireland to boycott Eurovision again over Israeli participation and ongoing Gaza deaths
Ireland will boycott the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest for the second consecutive year, with RTÉ citing the continuing deaths and humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The decision follows a similar announcement by Dutch broadcaster Avrotros and reflects ongoing protests over Israel’s participation, raising further questions about Eurovision’s political neutrality and its ability to unite broadcasters. Eurovision…
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Europe’s EU Kids Act would ban social media access for children under 13
The European Commission has proposed the EU Kids Act, which would ban social media access for children under 13 and require parental supervision for 13- and 14-year-olds. The proposal aims to reduce risks to children’s mental health by limiting exposure to harmful content and addictive platform features, while placing greater responsibility on technology companies. Under…
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Klopp wants to ‘reclaim’ flag amid German elections
New Germany manager Jürgen Klopp says the national football team can promote inclusive patriotism after the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) won 43.8% of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt. He said he wanted to “reclaim” the German flag so national pride was associated with openness, diversity and kindness rather than extremism. Klopp, who said he was…
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Mark Carney calls for ‘deep cooperation’ between Canada and EU in Strasbourg address
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg to welcome Canada becoming the EU’s first associate member, calling for “deep cooperation” to secure their strategic autonomy. The proposal comes amid heightened trade tensions, as Donald Trump has threatened “very serious tariffs” on Europe if the plan proceeds, though Carney emphasised that Canadians…
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Russia ‘is plotting assassinations in US and European countries supporting Ukraine’
The FBI has warned that Russian intelligence-linked networks are plotting assassinations of Russian dissidents in the United States and attacks on civilian and military infrastructure in European countries supporting Ukraine. Authorities say they disrupted a plan to kill a prominent dissident believed to be in Washington DC, highlighting concerns that Moscow’s alleged covert operations are…
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Brit is swept away to his death after ‘trying to drive his Volvo across flooded creek’ in Spain during ferocious storm
A 48-year-old British resident of Olivella, near Barcelona, died after attempting to drive his Volvo across a flooded waterway during severe storms in north-eastern Spain. The normally dry creek filled with an exceptional volume of water moving at extreme force, sweeping away the vehicle as he tried to cross. The incident highlights the dangers posed…
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Real Madrid leading race to sign JJ Gabriel from Manchester United
Real Madrid have emerged as frontrunners to sign Manchester United’s 15-year-old winger JJ Gabriel after he informed the club of his wish to cancel his registration. The talented teenager has attracted considerable European interest, with Barcelona and Bayern Munich also keen to acquire him. This situation represents a significant challenge for United, who have invested…
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Aztec document goes on display in Mexico after 186 years abroad
The Codex Azcatitlán, a 16th-century manuscript chronicling Aztec civilisation and its collapse following the Spanish conquest, is being displayed in Mexico for the first time in 186 years. The document has been held in France’s Bibliothèque Nationale since 1898 and is considered one of the most significant historical records of Aztec history, making its return…