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Berlinale Co-Production Market: submissions now accepted for new feature-length film projects in need of co-producers and financiers

Posted on 29, August 2018 by

BERLIN, 29-Aug-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Until October 10, experienced producers from around the world may submit new feature-length film projects in need of co-producers and financiers to the 16th Berlinale Co-Production Market (February 9 – 13, 2019). The project budget should be between … Read the full press release →

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Bus Simulator 18 available for PlayStation®4 and Xbox One® for the first time; the game will premiere at gamescom 2018 in Cologne

Posted on 20, August 2018 by

STUTTGART/COLOGNE, 20-Aug-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — A journey around the fictional city of Seaside Valley with Mercedes‑Benz and Setra. This is possible with the latest “Bus Simulator 18”, also available for PlayStation®4 and Xbox One® for the first time. The game has its premiere at … Read the full press release →

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Oxford University research: Men are better caregivers in later life than previous research suggests

Posted on 17, August 2018 by

OXFORD, 17-Aug-2018 — /EuropaWire/ —  Men respond to their spouse’s illness just as much as women do and as a result are better caregivers in later life than previous research suggests, according to a new Oxford University collaboration. The study, … Read the full press release →

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Universities of Warwick and Coventry will collaborate on 13 projects in support of Coventry City Council in the run up for UK City of Culture 2021

Posted on 2, May 2018 by

Innovative collaborations involving LEGO, dance, storytelling and photography set to help prepare Coventry for City of Culture 2021 Universities of Warwick and Coventry to collaborate on the 13 projects during Spring/Summer 2018 All collaborations will actively invite local residents to … Read the full press release →

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Swiss writer Federica de Cesco to talk about the desire for freedom in lecture at the University of St.Gallen

Posted on 15, February 2018 by

The Swiss writer Federica de Cesco will give a series of four lectures as part of the public programme of the University of St.Gallen. She will talk about the desire for freedom, which has determined the author’s life and is … Read the full press release →

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Shortlist announced for the inaugural EBRD Literature Prize

Posted on 7, February 2018 by

Inaugural award promotes literature from emerging economies. Winner of €20,000 prize to be announced on 10 April 2018 LONDON, 07-Feb-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — The first EBRD Literature Prize, launched in 2017 by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in partnership … Read the full press release →

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STFC: the latest detection of gravitational waves possible thanks to UK developed engineering and technology

Posted on 17, October 2017 by

SWINDON, 17-Oct-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — In a galaxy far away, two dead stars begin a final spiral into a massive collision. The resulting explosion unleashes a huge burst of energy, sending ripples across the very fabric of space. In the nuclear … Read the full press release →

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BMW Open Work launches at Frieze London 2017, October 5 – 8

Posted on 6, October 2017 by

LONDON/MUNICH, 06-Oct-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Enhancing the long-term partnership between BMW and Frieze, BMW Open Work launches at Frieze London 2017 with a new multi-platform commission by New York-based artist Olivia Erlanger. Entitled “Body Electric”, Erlanger’s immersive work unfolds across physical spaces at the … Read the full press release →

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Wieland Speck will contribute to Berlinale as Consultant of the Official Programme

Posted on 23, August 2017 by

BERLIN, 23-Aug-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Wieland Speck, until now head of the Berlinale’s Panorama section, will in the future be contributing his extensive range of expertise on film to the Berlinale as Consultant of the Official Programme. Starting in 1982, Wieland Speck … Read the full press release →

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UFA Film Nights expected to attract thousands of film friends to Museum Island in Berlin’s historic center

Posted on 23, August 2017 by

Early masterpieces of cinematic history and a contemporary UFA movie attract cinephiles to Museum Island Bertelsmann CEO Thomas Rabe: Preserving the silent film heritage is important common cause UFA co-CEOs Wolf Bauer and Nico Hofmann: UFA Film Nights highlight innovative … Read the full press release →

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EBU: Programmes from 13 different countries nominated for the Rose d’Or award at the 56th annual ceremony in Berlin

Posted on 22, August 2017 by

Programmes from 13 different countries have been nominated to win a coveted Rose d’Or award at the 56th annual ceremony in Berlin, on 19 September, organized by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). GENEVA, 22-Aug-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The list of 40 nominees in … Read the full press release →

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University of Cambridge: Dr Elena Giusti book examines the role Virgil’s poem Aeneid played in shaping the narrative of Emperor Augustus’ regime

Posted on 28, July 2017 by

A political leader who seeks to make his nation “great again” and a time when ‘post-truth’ rhetoric appears to support political ambitions. Not Trump’s America, but Rome 2,000 years ago. CAMBRIDGE, 28-Jul-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The elusive, glorious past has … Read the full press release →

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Bertelsmann acquires another 22 percent of shares in Penguin Random House from co-owner Pearson

Posted on 11, July 2017 by

Group acquires another 22 percent of shares from co-shareholder Pearson Strategic three-quarters majority of the world’s largest publishing house Pearson remains co-owner of Penguin Random House with 25-percent stake Bertelsmann CEO Thomas Rabe: “The book business is part of Bertelsmann’s … Read the full press release →

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Tributes paid to the poet and author Helen Dunmore who has died at the age of 64

Posted on 7, June 2017 by

Tributes have been paid to the poet and author Helen Dunmore who has died of cancer at the age of 64. YORK, 07-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Born in Beverley, East Yorkshire in 1952, Dunmore studied English at the University of … Read the full press release →

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Award-winning author David Mitchell to attend one-day international conference on his works at University of St Andrews

Posted on 31, May 2017 by

Fife, Scotland, 31-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Award-winning author David Mitchell will visit the University of St Andrews on Saturday 3 June 2017 for a one-day international conference on his works. The conference, to be held in the School of English, brings … Read the full press release →

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Sussex Professor of History releases new book—a historical look on women and desire

Posted on 16, February 2017 by

BRIGHTON, 16-Feb-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Alpha males beware. You’re not what women want. At least, not unless you have a damaged, vulnerable side that makes you ready to be tamed. While nearly two centuries have passed since moody Mr Rochester gave … Read the full press release →

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University of Bristol researchers create simplified tractor beam using readily available parts for less than £70

Posted on 4, January 2017 by

BRISTOL, 04-Jan-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Tractor beams are mysterious rays that can grab and attract objects.  The concept has been shown in science-fiction movies such as Star Wars or Star Trek and scientists have developed the theory using lasers.  Recently, sound … Read the full press release →

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Mercedes-Benz experts discuss artificial intelligence (AI) and mobility at 4th Future Talk in Berlin

Posted on 6, December 2016 by

Stuttgart/Berlin, 06-Dec-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — How is artificial intelligence (AI) influencing tomorrow’s mobility? How can we use its ideas today? How intelligent will the car of the future be? And above all: what role will people play in this? These were … Read the full press release →

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University of Warwick Professor Alison Kennedy awarded the Heinrich Heine Prize 2016 of the state capital Dusseldorf

Posted on 14, October 2016 by

Coventry, UK, 14-Oct-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Alison Kennedy, Professor of Creative Writing in the English and Comparative Literature Department at the University of Warwick and Warwick Alumna has been awarded the Heinrich Heine Prize 2016 of the state capital Dusseldorf. The … Read the full press release →

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14th Morelia International Film Festival in Mexico dedicates an entire programme to Berlin International Film Festival

Posted on 29, September 2016 by

BERLIN, 29-Sep-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — On the occasion of the “Year of Germany in Mexico 2016/2017”, the 14th Morelia International Film Festival (October 21-30, 2016), with the support of the Goethe-Institut, is dedicating an entire programme to the Berlin International Film … Read the full press release →

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Tate will feature major retrospectives of contemporary artists in 2017

Posted on 20, April 2016 by

LONDON, 20-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Tate announced today highlights of its 2017 exhibition programme, which will feature major retrospectives of contemporary artists including David Hockney, Wolfgang Tillmans, Rachel Whiteread and Emilia and Ilya Kabokov. And fifty years after the celebrated exhibition … Read the full press release →

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Scots author William McIlvanney honoured with posthumous honorary degree at University of Glasgow’s Bute Hall

Posted on 8, April 2016 by

GLASGOW, 08-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Scots author William McIlvanney has been honoured with a posthumous honorary degree – a Doctor of Literature (DLitt) – at a memorial service in the University’s Bute Hall. His daughter, Dr Siobhan McIlvanney, received the … Read the full press release →

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Third series of multi-award-winning comedy series The Trip starring Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon on Sky Atlantic

Posted on 16, February 2016 by

Isleworth, UK, 16-Feb-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Created and directed by Michael Winterbottom for Revolution Films, Sky Atlantic is bringing its customers the third series of multi-award-winning and much-loved comedy series The Trip, starring Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon. The Trip to … Read the full press release →

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First relay satellite of the SpaceDataHighway EDRS-A successfully launched into geostationary orbit

Posted on 4, February 2016 by

BLAGNAC, 04-Feb-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — EDRS-A, the first relay satellite of the SpaceDataHighway, was successfully launched into geostationary orbit on 30 January 2016. After a test period, it will become operational for its first end-user customer by mid-2016. The SpaceDataHighway system will … Read the full press release →

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University of Groningen: book on the biblical story of the Magi and the Star of Bethlehem released

Posted on 17, November 2015 by

Brill and the University of Groningen are proud to present the publication of The Star of Bethlehem and the Magi: Interdisciplinary Perspectives from Experts on the Ancient Near East, the Greco-Roman World and Modern Astronomy. This book, edited by Peter … Read the full press release →

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Pearson’s chief executive John Fallon on 9m Interim Management Statement: We are performing well competitively and gaining share across many areas of our business

Posted on 23, October 2015 by

Our competitive performance remained strong in the first nine months of the year with share gains across our major markets including US higher education courseware, US school courseware and UK qualifications. Cyclical and policy related factors made some of our … Read the full press release →

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EUROVISION Creative Forum: Leading public service broadcasters will meet in Berlin between September 14 and 16 to screen the best new TV formats

Posted on 21, August 2015 by

The only annual event to solely showcase public service media (PSM) programme formats, the EUROVISION Creative Forum, celebrates its 10th edition in September. BERLIN, 21-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Programme-makers from world leading public service broadcasters will meet in Berlin between September … Read the full press release →

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Lagardère Active acquired 82% in spanish audiovisual production group “Grupo Boomerang TV”

Posted on 3, June 2015 by

Lagardère Active announces the acquisition of spanish audiovisual production group “Grupo Boomerang TV” PARIS, 3-6-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Lagardère Active has secured a majority stake of 82% in Grupo Boomerang TV (Grupo BTV). The remaining 18% stake will still be … Read the full press release →

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Barco Audio Technologies’ IOSONO sound system delivers the immersive sound system at the World Expo 2015 in Milan

Posted on 15, May 2015 by

Kortrijk, Belgium, 15-5-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Visitors to the Kazakhstan pavilion at the World Expo 2015, which opened its doors in Milan (Italy) on 1 May, will be taken on a virtual journey through Kazakhstan’s rich and varied landscape. Barco … Read the full press release →

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The European Parliament’s legal affairs committee to set up working group to come up with proposals for legislation on how to make best use of robotics

Posted on 23, April 2015 by

Robots used to exist only in the realm of science fiction, but these days they are rapidly becoming a part of everyday life in the shape of drones, intelligent cars, industrial robots and robotic vacuum cleaners. The Parliament’s legal affairs … Read the full press release →

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Technische Universität München Prof. Nils Thürey developed a methodology that could make simulations more realistic

Posted on 13, March 2015 by

Simulations of impressive landscapes and alien creatures have become commonplace, especially in fantasy and science fiction films. But simulations are also appearing in ever more medical and engineering applications. However, the road to a perfect illusion is complex and time-intensive. … Read the full press release →

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Tate Film will present the UK premiere of Ming of Harlem: Twenty One Storeys in the Air as part of a new programme

Posted on 29, January 2015 by

Ming of Harlem: Twenty One Storeys in the Air 18 February 2015, 18:30 – 21:00 Starr Auditorium, Tate Modern £5, concessions available – book tickets LONDON, 29-1-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Tate Film will present the UK premiere of Ming of Harlem: … Read the full press release →

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Bosch presents automated driving solutions at the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace during the CES in Las Vegas, January 6-9, 2015

Posted on 7, January 2015 by

K.I.T.T. replica co-stars at the CES in Las Vegas Test cars fitted with Bosch technology can already drive themselves Bosch is developing automated driving in California and Germany Bosch sensors are the eyes and ears of modern vehicles Bosch iBooster … Read the full press release →

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Huawei and MegaFon to create and quickly roll out 5G next generation communications standard networks in Russia

Posted on 19, November 2014 by

Next network will be tested in the run up to the FIFA 2018 World Cup Russia. Shanghai, China, 19-11-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Huawei, a global ICT solutions provider, and Open Joint Stock Company MegaFon (“MegaFon” or “operator”), a leading mobile operator in Russia, have signed a relevant memorandum of understanding. The … Read the full press release →

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The University of Tübingen welcomes Taiye Selasi, Priya Basil, Chika Unigwe and Nii Ayikwei Parkes to this year’s Writers’ Lectureship, 12-27 November

Posted on 28, October 2014 by

Four writers with African connections at the Writers’ Lectureship, 12-27 November Tübingen, Germany, 28-10-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — The University of Tübingen welcomes Taiye Selasi, Priya Basil, Chika Unigwe and Nii Ayikwei Parkes to this year’s Writers’ Lectureship. These authors represent … Read the full press release →

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Twin Rivers Customizes Publishing Papers to Target Religious Text Applications

Posted on 8, October 2014 by

Premium Hybrid and Freesheet Offering Delivers Value and Quality Madawaska, ME, United States, 8-10-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Understanding the challenges facing religious publishers and printers, Twin Rivers Paper Company tailored a portfolio of lightweight Premium Hybrid and Freesheet papers to deliver … Read the full press release →

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Sara Snogerup Linse named this year’s recipient of the KTH Royal Institute of Technology’s Great Prize and SEK 1.2 million

Posted on 5, September 2014 by

Sara Snogerup Linse was named this year’s recipient of the KTH Royal Institute of Technology’s Great Prize and SEK 1.2 million. The award places her in the same company as Robyn, Hans Rosling och Niklas Zennström. Stockholm, Sweden, 5-9-2014 — … Read the full press release →

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Newcastle University Experts investigate Google Glass’s ability to help people with Parkinson’s retain their independence

Posted on 10, April 2014 by

Newcastle, UK, 10-4-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — The next generation of wearable computing is being trialled for the first time to evaluate its potential to support people with Parkinson’s. Experts at Newcastle University are investigating Google Glass as an assistive aid to help people with Parkinson’s … Read the full press release →

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Technische Universität München scientists studied how leaders are selected and assessed

Posted on 4, April 2014 by

MUNICH, 4-4-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Even the wording of an employment ad can be a crucial factor whether the job goes to a woman or a man – as women tend not to apply in case of doubt. They feel less inclined … Read the full press release →

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Berlinale Talents 2014’s focus was the art of storytelling and finding innovative, playful approaches to content

Posted on 14, February 2014 by

Berlin, Germany, 14-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Guided by the theme “Ready to Play? Breaking the rules”, Berlinale Talents took place for the twelfth time from February 8 to 13, with 300 selected Talents and 150 experts, at the HAU Hebbel am Ufer in Berlin. … Read the full press release →

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