The seasonally adjusted S&P Global Russia Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) posted 54.3 in April, down from 55.7 in March, as Russia’s manufacturing sector continues to enjoy solid support from spending on the war in Ukraine. (chart) The l…
Orban’s government opts not to commemorate 20th membership of EU accession
Hungary marked the 20th anniversary of joining the EU on May 1 but populist strongman Viktor Orban’s government opted not to hold an official commemoration. Instead the ruling Fidesz party used the occasion to criticise Brussels for being ‘pro-war’ ins…
Croatian company transforms textile waste into hydrogen
By Aidą Kadyrzhanova in Prague DOK-ING, in collaboration with Humana Nova from Cakovec, has successfully tested a pilot plant for processing waste textiles to produce hydrogen. The initiative, unveiled on April 30 at the project’s final conference, is …
Yogi Adityanath conducts roadshow in UP’s Mainpuri, claims SP-Congress will push India towards slavery
Mainpuri (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 2 (ANI): Amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a road show in the constituency of Mainpuri and said that the alliance of Congress and SP will take India towards s…
Electric car mandate causing ‘considerable’ challenges as manufacturers debate slashing vehicle sales
The newly-introduced Zero Emission Vehicle mandate risks scaring off car manufacturers who may be put off by the steep fines for non-compliant cars, according to experts. The initiative requires at least 22 per cent of all new cars sold in the UK this …
BBC The Repair Shop fans left ‘broken’ by Dominic Chinea’s emotional gesture to guest: ‘I am sobbing!’
BBC The Repair Shop viewers were left reaching for the tissues on Wednesday night after musical instrument expert Pete Woods worked his magic on a set of ancient bagpipes. The pipes were so much more than merely a piece of musical apparatus as guest Rh…
Dionne Warwick loses patience with Kate Garraway during awkward moment on ITV Good Morning Britain
By Laura Carreno Despite her best intentions when mentioning her age, Kate Garraway sparked a hint of frustration in Dionne Warwick. The legendary singer, 83, spoke to the Good Morning Britain host and her co-star Richard Madeley this Thursday, May 2, …
Ryanair, Easyjet, TUI and Jet2 passengers have bags rejected at airport due to ‘confusing’ rule
By James Rodger & Rom Preston-Ellis Thousands of Jet2, Ryanair, EasyJet and TUI passengers have been caught up in confusion at security checks due to a new hand luggage rule. Birmingham Airport is among those gearing up to roll out new liquid scanners …
Woman who cried in pain walking down street says surgery gave her ‘second chance’
By Sofie Jackson & Benedict Tetzlaff-Deas A woman who once wept from the sheer agony of walking down her street is now on a mission to inspire others after shedding an incredible 12 stone. Lucy Horseman from Hull, had gastric sleeve surgery on April 17…
“We have got the right 15”: Skipper Marsh on Australian squad for T20 WC
New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): After Australia announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, skipper Mitchell Marsh said they have got the right 15-member side for the ICC event. Earlier on Wednesday, Australia named their squad for the u…