AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEurovision Shockwave: Israel and Finland stormed into Saturday’s Eurovision final after the first semi-final in Vienna, but the night was soaked in protest—“stop the genocide” chants followed Noam Bettan’s performance of “Michelle,” while five countries were eliminated, including Estonia, Georgia, Montenegro, Portugal and San Marino. Markets: London’s FTSE 100 opened higher, led by miners, banks and defence; Intertek surged after saying it would “be minded” to recommend EQT’s £10.6bn bid. Tech & Industry: ABB unveiled the world’s first IE6 magnet-free motor for hazardous areas, promising major energy-loss cuts for pumps and compressors. Science & Health: Researchers say mosquitoes don’t just chase carbon dioxide—they also home in on body heat and specific skin odor compounds, with alcohol potentially making people more attractive. Business & Culture: Together Films picked up Swedish love drama “Lisa & Lilly,” set in 1910s Stockholm, for international release.
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