AstraZeneca to withdraw Covid vaccine worldwide, citing a drop in demand
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca on Wednesday said it planned to withdraw its Covid-19 vaccine as demand for it has declined.
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French cognac makers surge as Macron hints at cooling of China trade dispute
Shares of several French cognac makers rallied on Tuesday after France's President Emmanuel Macron suggested that trade tensions between China and the European Union, which could impact the drinks makers, may ease.
Police use tear gas, water cannons and stun grenades on 'foreign agent' bill protesters in Georgia's capital
Tear gas, stun grenades and water cannons were reportedly used by riot police against protesters in Georgia's capital Tbilisi as demonstrations over a so-called "foreign agent" bill escalated.
European stocks end April down 1.49%, posting first negative month since October
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Volkswagen profit drops 20% in first quarter on lower sales
German carmaker Volkswagen on Tuesday said its operating profit dropped by 20% in the first quarter as weaker demand for its premium brands drove a drop in sales.
France moves to rescue Atos as former IT crown jewel struggles to stay afloat
Struggling IT firm Atos on Monday said that it had received an offer from the French government to potentially take over some of its business.
European markets close higher as positive momentum returns; Delivery Hero down 15%
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Photos show Sahara dust turn Athens orange
Athens and the south of Greece appeared to be coloured in orange and red after dust from the Sahara engulfed the area on Tuesday evening.