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I took a 12-hour overnight train from Berlin, Germany to Vienna, Austria in standard seating. For less than $50, I was able to sit in a reclining seat in a coach with five other people. I’ve been on Amtrak sleeper cars before, but they were private rooms. I didn’t adjust well to the shared space. Thank you for your registration! Access your favorite topics on the go with your personalized feed. Download the App By clicking “Sign Up”, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time by visiting your settings page or…

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Tourists will be able to use the Uber app to access new nautical experiences in Ibiza, Venice, Athens, Paris, Corfu and Santorini.Ride-hailing company Uber announced on Wednesday that it has launched a “sailing experience” service for travelers heading to Europe. Uber yacht, cruise, and boat trips not only allow tourists to avoid traffic jams, but also allow them to enjoy beautiful ocean views along the way. “A series of enchanting nautical experiences setting off with Uber this summer will include the most luxurious transportation ever to debut on the company’s app. Following Uber’s launch in Europe’s party capital last year,…

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A three-day seminar on One Health, co-organised by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH), concluded in Vienna on June 13. Organised by the Austrian Ministry of Health and held at the Vienna Veterinary University, the conference brought together representatives of 38 government organisations across Europe and Central Asia, including Ministries of Health, Agriculture and Environment, as well as regional and sub-regional organisations, agencies, collaborating centres, reference laboratories and relevant stakeholders. The animal-origin COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the…

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From studying to sleeping, these tech tools will make hostel life feel like home. Living in a student dorm is fun. Late-night ghost stories, pranks, and shared holiday snacks create unforgettable memories. But it’s not all fun and games. Homesickness, annoying roommates, limited power outlets, and spotty internet can make it a daunting experience, especially when it comes to frantically turning in last-minute assignments. To help you get through these challenges, we’ve compiled a hand-picked list of tech essentials that every dorm student should have. 1. Noise-canceling headphones Image from Freepik In a student dormitory, it is unlikely that you…

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Next summer in Paris, athletes will push the limits at the Olympics, but designers are already using metallic colors to compete for gold, silver and bronze. The polo shirt evokes a different kind of sportiness in the same way that the tank top relies on the spring season.Also a staple this season is floral prints. Innovative? Well, designers were tending roses rather than planting gardens. This prickly beauty is brimming with symbolism, with connections to the Tudors (England has a new King), Madonna, Gertrude Stein, and Shakespeare, who spoke of roses in Romeo and Juliet. Baz Luhrmann’s ever-popular version of…

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Carbon offset startup Tree.ly has secured €5 million in seed investment. Tree.ly develops forest climate protection projects in Austria, Germany and across Europe to maximize the potential of local forests and work with forest owners, municipalities, businesses and citizens to mitigate climate change. Tree.ly is third-party certified and audited annually by TÜV. Their projects undergo rigorous monitoring, their scientifically proven methodology is ISO certified, and they have implemented measures to ensure additionality and manage permanence risk to prevent leakage. The company uses a geospatial engine, ML-powered stock measurement, species detection, and stock change modelling. In just one year, the company…

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The deepening of European capital markets is urgently needed as the need for large-scale financing increases. Europe needs to make large-scale investments in areas such as the green transition, the digital transition and defense to remain economically competitive. However, neither public budgets nor bank balance sheets can support this large-scale investment effort, highlighting the vital importance of developing European capital markets. The current underdevelopment of capital markets in Europe stems from a small investor base and structural fragmentation. A new approach is essential to close the gap with other major economies. Against this background, the Commission puts forward four main…

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Welcome to the AI ​​Ecosystem Report featuring practicing analyst and entrepreneur Toni Witt. The purpose of this series is to provide you with the latest information on artificial intelligence (AI) in preparation for your upcoming client engagements and boardroom meetings. Highlights Innovation (00:37) OpenAI announced a new committee that will provide recommendations on AI safety and security to its board of directors. The committee is made up of OpenAI’s top leaders, including CEO Sam Altman. OpenAI said in its announcement that the committee will evaluate and develop the company’s processes and safeguards over the “next 90 days.” After the 90…

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Image: Uber As the summer travel season heats up, millions of people are preparing to travel within Europe and abroad. This year, Uber introduced a unique sailing experience for tourists traveling through Spain, Greece and France. Uber’s new travel product responds to growing demand for its services in major European tourist destinations. In 2023, Uber saw up to 55% growth in use of its mobility services by international customers in regions such as Greece and Spain, with more than 6.5 million international customers using the Uber app in Europe’s most popular spots last summer alone. Anabel Dias, vice president of…

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Rail Europe has appointed Robert From as chief growth officer, overseeing its B2C business, including customer acquisition, growth, retention, ancillary services and monetisation. His arrival comes at a pivotal time, as Rail Europe plans to launch a new booking experience for B2C customers across both its website and app by early 2025.From has over 15 years of experience in the international expansion of technology and media businesses. Previously, at MaaS Global, he was responsible for managing WHIM, dubbed the “Netflix of Mobility.” In this role, he led the company to significant revenue, customer and usage growth, growing the total number…

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