The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
Roselyne Min
Do the viral weighted vests actually work?
Experts say robust research on their benefits is lacking, so it’s unclear how much of the hype surrounding them is justified.
What is vibe coding and why is Lovable now the buzziest tech company?
Euronews Next sits down with Lovable’s CEO Anton Osika.
International Humanoid Olympiad held at the birthplace of Olympics
From boxing to soccer to archery, robots showed off their athletic skills at the first International Humanoid Olympiad held at the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Greece.
AI simulation shows ‘worst-case scenario’ Mount Fuji eruption
The AI-generated video released by Japanese officials for Volcanic Disaster Preparedness Day in Japan shows a simulation of a potential violent eruption of the active volcano.
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Cases of eating disorders in men are rising worldwide
Often stereotyped as a female problem, anorexia is on the rise among men worldwide, with evidence suggesting they are at greater risk of severe illness and death.
Inside Berlin’s ‘Monk’ garden that grows edible and medicinal plants
The ‘Monk Garden’ organises long table dinners prepared by a fine dining chef, workshops and seminars where people can try and learn about edible and medicinal plants.
UN brings women back into the classroom to bridge the gender gap in AI
UN Women is trying to ensure women aren’t left behind in the artificial intelligence revolution by educating ‘feminist leaders’ on how to build and use AI for social change.
Danish university to screen tech researchers over spying concerns
The tightened vetting process applies to researchers from China, Russia and Iran, which Danish intelligence officials consider high risk for espionage.
Study finds link between sleep problems and self-harm in teen years
There is a direct link between sleep problems at age 14 and self-harm by age 17, a new study says.
First video shows how a human embryo implants in an artificial womb
Scientists created an artificial womb to understand why about 60 per cent of embryos either fail to implant in the womb or are lost soon after, a major cause of miscarriages.
How to spot the planet parade in the predawn sky this month
Mercury will complete the lineup of six planets visible from Earth in the coming days.
What’s driving the rise in STIs among older Europeans?
Experts say both health care professionals and the public should consider the sexual health needs of older people.
Inside Slovenia’s debate over its new assisted dying law
Slovenian lawmakers passed an assisted dying bill last month, but opponents are already rallying to repeal it.
Google’s newest AI model acts like a satellite to track climate change
Google DeepMind, launched an AI model that can create highly detailed maps of Earth to help scientists understand environmental changes.
Sweden’s leader uses ChatGPT. Should politicians use AI chatbots?
The Swedish leader’s use of ChatGPT sparked backlash in the Nordic country. The same week, OpenAI sid the chatbot will be rolled out across the US government.
A UK politician turned himself into an AI chatbot. Here’s how it works
The British MP said his digital twin will enable constituents to reach him 24/7.
ChatGPT adds mental health safeguards amid concerns over ‘delusions’
OpenAI says it is redesigning its AI chatbot to better detect signs of mental or emotional distress.
This Ukrainian war veteran lost all his limbs. Now he’s driving again
With state-of-the-art prosthetics and a lot of work in rehabilitation, Mykola Shot has regained much of his independence and mobility.
Endometriosis tied to cancer, migraines and more health issues
Researchers in the US found over 600 correlations between the gynaecological condition and other health problems.
Hormones used by parents can cause genital changes in children
Endocrinologists in Sweden warn that parents who use hormonal creams can easily transfer the substance to their children through skin-to-skin contact.
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