Now playing Next Culture news Why did a famous Greek pop star refuse to play on stage in Türkiye? Greek pop star Despina Vandi was asked to leave a town in Türkiye after she refused to perform on a stage with the country’s flag and a portrait of Atatürk. 19/07/2024
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Now playing Next Markets Pound, euro, and gold surge as US dollar weakens Both the euro and the British pound surged further against the US dollar, while gold prices hit a fresh high before pulling back on Wednesday. The dollar's weakness may continue to exert upside pressure on currencies and metal prices amid growing expectations of rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. 18/07/2024
Now playing Next Cyprus Cyprus marks 50 years since the Turkish invasion Turkish forces landed on Cyprus on 20 July and captured 3% of the island before the UN Security Council secured a ceasefire. The Turkish area was later widened to 36%. 17/07/2024
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Now playing Next Culture news 'Rust' armorer seeks dismissal of conviction in Alec Baldwin shooting A movie armorer has asked a judge to dismiss her involuntary manslaughter conviction or convene a new trial in the death of a cinematographer by actor Alec Baldwin, alleging suppression of evidence and misconduct by the prosecution. 17/07/2024
Now playing Next Netherlands Will Rutte's political savvy help him manage a growingly complex NATO? Former Dutch PM Mark Rutte will take over as secretary general of the alliance on 1 October. He will have to use his political survival skills as an astute negotiator to persuade members to spend more on defence and keep supporting Ukraine. 17/07/2024