Only nine countries doing well on municipal waste recycling, EU auditors say
The European Court of Auditors says a frail recycling industry, poor funding management and insufficient funds are all major obstacles.
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Berlin station tops German railway crime list as violent offences surge
Violent crime at German railway stations showed a marked increase in 2024, with Berlin's central station recording the highest number of incidents. Federal Police and Deutsche Bahn are intensifying security measures to combat the issue.
New finds in Turkey's southeast add to picture of Neolithic age
By Ceyda Caglayan SANLIURFA, Turkey (Reuters) -Turkey unveiled dozens of new finds at a major archaeological site in southeast Turkey on Wednesday, giving fresh insight into an area seen as showing humanity's transition from hunter-gatherers to settled societies more than
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is coming to PC, according to leaked rating
A now-deleted ESRB rating indicates Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will release on PC, and likely sooner than first expected.
The Disney+ and Hulu Bundle Is Discounted to $2.99/Month With This Black Friday Deal — Just in Time for New Holiday Programming
Looking for a great streaming deal? The Disney+ and Hulu Bundle is down to its lowest price since the streamer’s price hikes last October. Hulu is down to an unbeatable $2.99/month for 12 months with this limited-time Black Friday bundle deal. The deal, which runs through
Social Agent App Offers Uber-Like Service for Content Production and Video Editing
Three industry insiders have launched an app designed to serve as an Uber-like platform for connecting users with professional for content creators, video editors, producers and videographers. Social Agent matches experienced pros with people in need of creating a reel or a
Lebanese living abroad seek hope as they return for pope visit
Rachelle Mazraani is travelling from Sydney to Beirut for Pope Leo XIV's visit this week, one of many Lebanese at home and abroad who hope the trip will revive their struggling country. After visiting Turkey, Leo is to arrive in Lebanon on Sunday for a three-day trip that
Ten years after its release, The Good Dinosaur looks weirder and better than ever
The Good Dinosaur was Pixar's first real flop back in 2015. But its missteps have a retro inventiveness that recalls classic Disney animation.
‘Red Rocket,’ ‘First Cow,’ ‘Pig’ and More 2020 and 2021 Titles Coming to Indie Theaters for ‘Lost Films of COVID’ Series (EXCLUSIVE)
With COVID lockdowns now five years in the rear view, indie distributors have teamed up to deliver theatrical screenings for 2020 and 2021 releases that had their big-screen runs impeded or nixed by pandemic restrictions. Organized by ticketing platform Filmbot, “Lost Films of
Nintendo Switch Online update adds Battletoads, Kid Icarus 2 and more
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers now have access to a new batch of NES and Game Boy games, including two infamously difficult 8-bit classics.
Crucial 4TB SSD Reaches $0.06 Per GB (42% Off), Ultra-Fast Storage Finally Matches HDD Prices
Reads at 2,100MB/s, stores 4TB and connects everything universally. The post Crucial 4TB SSD Reaches $0.06 Per GB (42% Off), Ultra-Fast Storage Finally Matches HDD Prices appeared first on Kotaku .
New evidence shows the Maya collapse was more than just drought
Researchers studying Classic Maya cities discovered that urban growth was driven by a blend of climate downturns, conflict, and powerful economies of scale in agriculture. These forces made crowded, costly city life worthwhile for rural farmers. But when conditions improved in
21st-Century Culture Has Hit a Wall. “We — creators and audiences alike...
21st-Century Culture Has Hit a Wall . “We — creators and audiences alike — have to make an effort to encourage bold new forms of culture. Even failures and half steps will be more interesting than overly market-tested products.” 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
8BitDo Pro 3 Drops to All-Time Low, Better and Cheaper Than the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller
Save 20% on the 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth controller for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Windows PC, Apple, SteamOS, and Android devices. The post 8BitDo Pro 3 Drops to All-Time Low, Better and Cheaper Than the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller appeared first on Kotaku .
High levels of avian influenza increase the risk to humans
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has raised concern that the elevated level of avian influenza poses a greater risk of human exposure. On Monday (24 November), the European Food Safety Agency (EFSA) reported that highly pathogenic avian influenza
My Bloody Valentine Join Israel Streaming Boycott: “They’re Not Going To Stop Unless You Make Them”
My Bloody Valentine are playing shows again . The shoegaze legends gave their first performance in seven years at a surprise Dublin warm-up gig last week, and now their UK tour is underway. While MBV aren't always the most outspoken band, they've used the occasion to make a
'We need to be humble:' Ubisoft makes its pitch for generative AI
"If we don't see the code behind it and if we don't know how it integrates into a potential project or our pipelines, it's not for us."
Trump’s EPA moves to abandon rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution
EPA had previously said rule reducing fine particle matter from vehicles and industrial sources could prevent thousands of premature deaths a year The Trump administration is seeking to abandon a rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution, arguing that the Biden
Berlin needs to brace for shifting, unreliable alliances, says minister
BERLIN - Germany must redefine its geopolitical role to adapt to a situation in which it is unclear what alliances can be relied on and will persist in future, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said on Wednesday, commenting on shifting U.S. positions.
German municipal worker and wife arrested for theft of more than €1 million from parking meters
In southern Germany, a municipal employee and his wife are suspected of diverting large sums of money from parking ticket machines over a long period.
Island-wide field surveys illuminate land-sea connections in Mo'orea
A massive, multi-year scientific expedition led by researchers from the University of California, Santa Barbara and collaborating institutions, including the University of Hawai'i (UH) at Mānoa, determined that land use on tropical islands can shape water quality in lagoons and
Govee 200ft Lights at 40% Off Record Low, Your Neighbors Will Hate How Good Your House Looks
Stays up year-round. The post Govee 200ft Lights at 40% Off Record Low, Your Neighbors Will Hate How Good Your House Looks appeared first on Kotaku .
UK budget raises taxes by £26bn, gaining investor approval after surprise leak
Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced tax-raising measures, including new duties on high-value properties, dividends, and savings, in the state budget presented on Wednesday.
Researchers find smaller amounts of microplastics in southern Narragansett Bay
It's safe to say Rhode Islanders have a symbiotic relationship with Narragansett Bay.
Trump administration unveils Medicare negotiated price cuts for 15 drugs, including Ozempic
The Trump administration late Tuesday announced new lower Medicare prices for 15 drugs that were part of the latest round of the program's price negotiations, touting a total of $12 billion saved compared to last year’s spending. The medications include widely used cancer and
Olivia Nuzzi’s abstract nude portrait set to run in Vanity Fair is revealed
An image of the Olivia Nuzzi painting, entitled "How to Disappear," is a magazine exclusive set to appear in Vanity Fair's Dec. 2 Hollywood issue.
This ‘Boogie Nights’ 4K Release Makes the Perfect Gift This Holiday Season
“Boogie Nights” is stepping back into the disco haze — this time in pin-sharp 4K. Paul Thomas Anderson’s 1997 opus is getting its first-ever 4K Ultra HD release on Dec. 16. The newly remastered edition arrives both digitally and on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and is available to
Pluribus episode 5's big twist explained by creator Vince Gilligan: 'They love Carol'
Why did everyone leave Carol behind in Pluribus? Gilligan previews what to expect from episode 6's release.
New microprotein can help cancer cells overcome stress
In a study published in the journal Nucleic Acid Research, a research team at Karolinska Institutet has performed a large-scale genetic screen to uncover the hidden roles of tiny proteins, so-called microproteins.
The Trump administration takes a wrecking ball to rulemaking
An obscure agency, deep in the seat of federal power, declared the end of public input into the most disputed, controversial and consequential federal rules.
Ross Mathews Joins Comedy Short ‘Poreless’ as Executive Producer (EXCLUSIVE)
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” judge and Drew Barrymore’s talk show co-host Ross Mathews has joined the film short “Poreless” as executive producer. “Poreless,” directed by Harris Doran, who co-wrote the script with Fawzia Mirza, stars Akbar Hamid as Akram, a fabulous, queer Muslim
Where peace stands in Ukraine after frantic diplomacy
The Trump administration seems serious about reaching a deal despite all the apparent chaos around its efforts.
After seeing the science, I hereby vow to never underestimate or misuse Arc Raiders' attachments ever again
There's a science to making the best loadout.
Which grocery stores are open for Thanksgiving 2025?
Holidays can be hectic, and there is no shame in forgetting an ingredient or two for your Thanksgiving feast. Unfortunately, your options for open retailers ready to fulfill your needs may be limited.
Poland chooses Sweden's Saab to supply it with three submarines
WARSAW - Poland said on Wednesday it had chosen Sweden's Saab to supply it with three submarines, in a multi-billion-dollar deal that forms a key element of Warsaw's efforts to bolster its defences in the Baltic Sea.
Pass the 'Gravy': Rhode Island turkey gains notoriety for holding up traffic
Despite Gravy's tendency to hold up traffic, many people are hoping they'll see him again after Thanksgiving.
How to avoid scams when shopping online
Camilla Smythe from the Cyber Defence Alliance gives her tips for shopping online.
GoPro MAX2 Hits Its Lowest Price as Amazon Ignores the Margin on This Newly Released Action Camera for Black Friday
Save 20% on the GoPro MAX2 action camera. Makes for a perfect gift for any outdoor adventurer in your life. The post GoPro MAX2 Hits Its Lowest Price as Amazon Ignores the Margin on This Newly Released Action Camera for Black Friday appeared first on Kotaku .
David Letterman Says He’s ‘Never Been More Proud’ of Seth Meyers After Trump Attacks
The veteran comedian backed the current Late Night host after the president called on NBC to fire him
Mighty Nein gives a Critical Role fan favorite the story he deserves
Mollymauk's backstory is getting a chance to breathe and matter in the animated series, The Mighty Nein.
After 17 years, Ubisoft is hiring up for Beyond Good and Evil 2, a definitely real videogame that exists
Come join us on the voyage of the damned.
EA’s Generative AI Evangelism Now Includes Cover Art
AI tools were used to showcase the NHL 26 Deluxe Edition The post EA’s Generative AI Evangelism Now Includes Cover Art appeared first on Kotaku .
22 years since launch, a classic Dungeons & Dragons adventure from the developer of Bloodlines is finally coming to Steam
Prepare to enter the Temple of Elemental Evil…again.
