archives - 05 Jan 2016. euronews : International and European news all available as video on demand

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Strike action to cause major rail disruption in Brussels and connections

A strike on Belgium’s railways is set to disrupt both national and international rail travel for two whole days. French speaking unions have called

05/01/2016

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USA

US: gun control shaping up to be an election issue

Legal challenges to Obama's executive action expected from Republicans and pro-gun lobby

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Sport

Dakar Rally: Loeb delivers masterclass in stage three victory

Sebastien Loeb delivered a driving masterclass on Tuesday to claim stage three of the 38th edition of the Dakar Rally. It was the second stage win

05/01/2016

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Germany

Victims speak out after nightmare New Year in Cologne

There were protests in Cologne on Tuesday night in front of the cathedral which, along with the train station, was the scene of mayhem on New Year’s

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Bahrain

Protests continue in Shia-led villages across Bahrain

Police fire tear gas to disperse crowds outraged at the execution of a prominent Shia Muslim cleric in Saudi Arabia

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Libya

ISIL continues assault on Libyan oil ports

There has been a second day of fighting at Libya’s two main oil storage ports, with ISIL fighters from Sirte claiming they have entered El Sider and

05/01/2016

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Sport

Africa Eco Race: British KTM rider Newland wins stage seven

Britain’s Andrew Newland became only the second rider to win a stage in this year’s edition of the Africa Eco Race. The KTM rider won a rocky stage

05/01/2016

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Economy

Oil supply could grow further after diplomatic fall out between Iran and Saudi Arabia

Oil from Saudi Arabia is a part of the rivalry it has with Iran and now it’s taking to the stage in the diplomatic fall out. How will that effect

05/01/2016

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World News

The factors in play in the Iran-Saudi dispute

Aftermaths of Diplomatic crisis between Iran and Saudi Arabia The breakdown of diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia is not just

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Saudi Arabia

More tit-for-tat in the Middle East following Shia cleric's execution

Euronews brings you the latest twists and turns in the rapidly-moving story

05/01/2016

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USA

Gun Control America's tragic labour pains

Many mass shootings, crucially including children as the targets, have scarred the United States during President Obama’s time in office, like the

05/01/2016

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USA

Obama sets out gun control measures in emotional address

Barack Obama has delivered a heartfelt defence of his moves to strengthen gun control, to try to put a stop to repeated mass shootings in the United

05/01/2016

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Sport

Former FIFA secretary general facing nine-year ban

FIFA’s former secretary general Jerome Valcke is facing a nine-year ban from all football related activities. The ethics committee of World

05/01/2016

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Israel

UN Human Rights watchdog for the Palestinians resigns

The UN’s Special Rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories has resigned, saying he has never been allowed to visit the West Bank or

05/01/2016

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Europe News

Hungary's Orban has 'shown the way,' says analyst, amid concerns over EU freedoms

Sweden and Denmark’s tightening of border controls comes in the wake of drastic measures elsewhere in Europe. Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor

05/01/2016

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Sport

Zizu begins top job at Real Madrid

Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane began his first day as the new coach of Real Madrid on Tuesday. The former France international was appointed

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World News

Schengen: Danish, German and Swedish ministers called to Brussels

European Commission wants them to coordinate and collaborate as Schengen shakes to its foundations

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Economy

CES 2016 - Las Vegas becomes a technology fest

There was a song and a robot with a welcome to this year’s Consumer Electronic’s show. The one-time toy has grown up into a practical smart helper

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Culture news

New York duo Beau to release debut album

New York duo Beau is about to release its debut album and cannot wait. Considering Emma Rose and Heather Boo, both in their early twenties, have

05/01/2016

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Sport

Alpine Skiing: Loeseth ends Norway's 16-year wait for slalom winner

Nina Loeseth experienced the dizzy heights at the top of a World Cup podium for the first time in her career on Tuesday after winning a slalom race

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Germany

New Year's Eve attacks on women in Cologne stun Germany

The news of what happened in the city of Cologne on New Year’s Eve has electrified Germany and sent shockwaves through society after police said

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Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia 'in the midst of implosion'

The regional religious and ethnic clashes in and around the Arabian peninsula risk tearing it apart. The Saudi execution of dissident Shia cleric

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USA

Wi-Fi kiosks to replace dormant payphones in New York

Hundreds of New York City payphones are being given a high-tech makeover with the introduction of free Wi-Fi kiosks. Standing over 2.7 metres tall

05/01/2016

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Europe News

British PM allows ministers to campaign for 'Brexit' in EU referendum

British Prime Minister David Cameron is to allow government ministers to campaign for either side in an upcoming referendum on EU membership. They

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USA

USA: Hostages safe, suspect 'critical' after Georgia motel siege

A woman and 11 children held hostage at a motel in the US state of Georgia have been safely rescued, according to police. The suspect, however

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China

China: Man detained after bus fire leaves 17 dead

An apparently suicidal man suspected of starting a bus fire that killed 17 people in China has been detained after a siege on a building site, state

05/01/2016

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Poland

Poland: Seven more die in cold snap

A further seven homeless people have died of hypothermia in Poland as temperatures continue to plummet, with temperatures reportedly as low as minus

05/01/2016

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Culture news

The Corrs return after 10-year break

After putting their careers on hold for a decade to raise their children, the Irish siblings are back with a new album and tour.

05/01/2016

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World News

Prague Spring: when a hedgehog challenged an elephant

For the United States, 1968 was characterised by the burgeoning anti-Vietnam war and civil rights movements but for Eastern Europe, that same year

05/01/2016

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Economy

French telecoms companies Orange and Bouygues in merger talks

A telecoms giant with over half of France’s fixed-line and mobile markets. That’s on the table if a merger between Orange and Bouygues goes ahead

05/01/2016

Mitsotakis announces pension boosts and wage hike in 2024

Venice Film Festival 2024: Pedro Almodóvar triumphs

Meloni: We must not give up on Ukraine

31 former Ibero-American leaders call for Maduro's arrest

Mitsotakis announces pension boosts and wage hike in 2024

Venice Film Festival 2024: Pedro Almodóvar triumphs

Meloni: We must not give up on Ukraine

31 former Ibero-American leaders call for Maduro's arrest

2016-01-05

Dakar Rally: Loeb delivers masterclass in stage three victory

Protests continue in Shia-led villages across Bahrain

ISIL continues assault on Libyan oil ports

Africa Eco Race: British KTM rider Newland wins stage seven

Oil supply could grow further after diplomatic fall out between Iran and Saudi Arabia

The factors in play in the Iran-Saudi dispute

Former FIFA secretary general facing nine-year ban

UN Human Rights watchdog for the Palestinians resigns

Hungary's Orban has 'shown the way,' says analyst, amid concerns over EU freedoms

Zizu begins top job at Real Madrid

Schengen: Danish, German and Swedish ministers called to Brussels

CES 2016 - Las Vegas becomes a technology fest

New York duo Beau to release debut album

Alpine Skiing: Loeseth ends Norway's 16-year wait for slalom winner

British PM allows ministers to campaign for 'Brexit' in EU referendum

USA: Hostages safe, suspect 'critical' after Georgia motel siege

China: Man detained after bus fire leaves 17 dead

Poland: Seven more die in cold snap

The Corrs return after 10-year break

Prague Spring: when a hedgehog challenged an elephant

French telecoms companies Orange and Bouygues in merger talks