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Exclusive: EU Commissioner defends scrapping diesel and petrol car ban

Climate Commissioner Hoekstra defended scrapping the landmark proposal to ban combustion-engine cars, calling it "a smart, wise compromise for climate and competitiveness." Meanwhile, critics say Brussels is backtracking on its green agenda.

Europe News

EU gets tough on carbon border tax, vows to protect domestic producers

European producers of steel and aluminium will face higher CO2 emissions costs, but the European Commission wants to channel part of the revenues of the EU's carbon border tax to help heavy industries decarbonise.

Nature

Why these brown bears have evolved to be smaller and less aggressive

The research comes as communities in Italy and around Europe struggle with the rebound of bear populations due to conservation efforts.

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Toxic smog blankets New Delhi plunging air quality to hazardous levels

Dense toxic smog blanketed India’s national capital Monday, pushing air pollution levels to their worst levels in weeks.

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USA

Moment hiker rescued from quicksand after activating SOS signal

A hiker identified as Austin Dirks was rescued after becoming trapped in soft, water-saturated ground in Utah’s Arches National Park. Unable to free himself, he activated an emergency beacon. Rescue teams located him by drone and freed him safely.

World News

Is a winter of the century looming? Experts warn of Arctic cold

A weak polar vortex could make for a harsh winter in Germany. Experts are currently still divided, but warn it could be particularly frosty after Christmas.

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Over 5,300 flights disrupted as first US nor’easter brings heavy snow to Midwest and Northeast

Severe winter weather across the United States has disrupted air and road travel, causing delays that also affect European passengers on transatlantic routes.

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Trans-Siberian Highway paralysed by 85-kilometre traffic jam

Snowy conditions on the Trans-Siberian Highway caused an 85-kilometre traffic jam, leaving drivers stranded for hours and truckers for days in freezing temperatures.

Travel News

Deadly Patagonia storm raises urgent questions over park safety

An absence of park rangers, and issues with weather forecasting, led a group of tourists to embark on the tricky O Circuit trek despite worsening weather conditions.

Climate

Billions at risk from ‘alarming’ climate change in mountain regions

Scientists warn accelerating climate change in mountain regions is increasing the risk of "devastating" floods and hazardous events.

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Arctic cold wave brings heavy snowfall to northern Spain

Heavy snowfall driven by an Arctic air mass has transformed northern Spain into a winter landscape, disrupting travel, activating weather alerts.

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Winter arrives in German state of Hesse with temperatures below zero

Winter has tightened its grip on the German state of Hesse, where sub-zero temperatures have transformed the forests around the Feldberg into a shimmering white landscape.

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Poland prepared for heavy snow and avalanche danger

Heavy snowfall, sleet, and negative temperatures affect southern and eastern Poland. Up to 20 cm of snow expected in some areas, with level 2 avalanche danger in the Tatra Mountains.

Europe News

Are carbon rating agencies the key to avoiding greenwashing?

With the European Union reintroducing carbon credits as a tool for industries and businesses to offset their carbon dioxide emissions, carbon rating agencies are ready to help evaluate whether the system actually works.

Green News

Why Denmark is the most climate ambitious country

Denmark announces incredibly ambitious climate targets at this year’s COP30

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French ski resort starts early artificial snowmaking ahead of winter

A ski resort in France’s Auvergne region is producing artificial snow weeks ahead of winter in a bid to secure the season despite warm temperatures and environmental concerns.

The Cube

Fact check: Did Brazil chop down 100,000 trees for COP30?

As European leaders take part in COP30, claims that the controversial Avenida Liberdade — a four-lane 13km highway which cuts across the Amazon — was constructed specifically for the climate summit have spread online.

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Sheep herds move through German cities for winter pastures

Around 600 sheep moved through downtown Nuremberg on Sunday as part of an annual tradition marking their journey to winter pastures.

Moments

Why winter might be the best season of all for holidays in Europe

As more of us opt for ‘low season’ escapes, there’s a growing sense that winter can be one of the best times to explore Europe, and enjoy some unique experiences into the bargain.

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Rubber tappers in Belem demand end to deforestation at COP30

Hundreds of rubber tappers marched through Belem, Brazil, during the U.N. climate talks, demanding an end to deforestation and more support for forest protection.

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First snowfall brings excitement to Santa Claus Village in Lapland

Lapland’s long-awaited first snowfall arrived after one of the warmest Septembers on record, delighting visitors and locals hoping winter conditions will finally settle in.

Climate

Light pollution is changing nature’s carbon balance, study says

A new study analyses the effect of artificial light on ecosystems

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First snow of the season: Record cold hits southeastern US as 18 million under freeze warning

A rare cold snap has plunged the southeastern United States into record-low temperatures, with freeze warnings impacting 18 million people across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.

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Red panda cubs see snow for the first time at a US zoo

Zoo Knoxville officials say the brothers -named Mr. Darcy and Dr. Wallace - explored their habitat, enjoyed a snack and even a short nap in the snow flurries.

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Green News

Europe’s new AI tool that can forecast heatwaves much earlier

The researchers trained their AI on reconstructions of ancient climates from the year 0 to 1850.

Europe News

EU ministers break deadlock on CO2 emission reduction by 2040

After months of political impasse, the revision of the EU's climate law was backed with significant flexibilities for member states to hit the 90% emissions reduction by 2040. Now the European Parliament needs to have a say on the bloc's climate target.

Destinations

These 3 countries hide Europe’s best-value ski slopes

A study from earlier this year found that overall, the cost of skiing in Europe has risen by 34.8 per cent above inflation since 2015.

Destinations

Are soaring ski pass prices making Europe’s slopes unaffordable?

The cost of skiing in Europe has risen by 34.8 per cent above inflation since 2015, with Swiss, Austrian, and Italian resorts most responsible.

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Climate

How failing to act on climate change is costing millions of lives

A new study has assessed the growing toll of climate change on human health.

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Mass evacuations in Vietnam as Hoi An floods

Prolonged torrential rain has caused severe flooding in Da Nang region, with Hoi An's streets turning into rivers. Authorities are evacuating residents and tourists to safety.

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Valencia flood survivors seeking justice a year after disaster

Toñi García lost her husband and only daughter. She is demanding the truth and justice: "They didn't die because of the rain, they died because of negligent management," she told Euronews.

Europe News

“Stay on track” on zero-emissions vehicles, say France and Spain

This week's key events presented by Euronews’ energy and environment reporter, Marta Pacheco, and Euronews' tech reporter, Cynthia Kroet.

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Destinations

I skied with eagles at one of France’s most sustainable Alpine resorts

In the French Alps, some resorts offer skiers more than just scenic slopes.

Climate

Earlier prediction can help avoid catastrophe

New research shows earthquake patterns can help forecast Mount Etna eruptions

Europe News

Ukraine loan, climate goals and China set to dominate EU summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will attend the EU summit and plead for fresh support after his disappointing visit to the White House.

Europe News

EU countries again delay decision on climate goals before COP30

EU talks will continue on two key climate targets — 2035 and 2040 — ahead of the upcoming COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil.

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Green News

Thick, hazardous smog blankets New Delhi after Diwali fireworks

Firecrackers filled the air with smoke and fine particles that mixed with seasonal pollution and stagnant weather conditions.

Climate

Climate change melts California glaciers to unprecedented levels

The glacier melt in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains is unprecedented, a new study shows.

Climate

More than 1,000 small glaciers in Switzerland have already disappeared

Since 2015, glaciologists say Switzerland's glaciers have shrunk by a quarter.

EuroVerify

Fact-checking Donald Trump's Europe claims in UN speech

Trump's speech contained claims relating to immigration in Europe, the climate crisis and Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Europe News

EU decision on 2040 climate target to be delayed, diplomats say

At stake is the review of the EU’s Climate Law, which sets course for the EU to become climate neutral by 2050, but also called for a 2040 climate target to be set in stone.

Green News

Red squirrels resilient to climate change, study finds

Habitat loss, food, disease and competing species appear to have a greater impact on the species.

Climate

Why the colour of your car might be heating up your city

The study found that black cars increased heat by almost 4°C on hot summer days.

Green News

Geologists turn to remote tools as Italy’s Ventina glacier melts fast

After 130 years of direct measurement, the retreat of Italy’s Ventina glacier will now be tracked by drones due to rapid melting and unstable terrain.

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