31 July 2017 | Euronews
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Lebanon Thousands of Syrian rebels to be transferred from Syria-Lebanon border Thousands of Syrian fighters and refugees in Lebanon's border region were set to be transferred into rebel territory in Syria in exchange for Hezbollah prisoners on Tuesday. -
France Paris set for 2024 Olympics as Los Angeles opts for 2028 The US city's formal bid for the 2028 Summer Games paves the way for the French capital to stage the event four years earlier. -
No Comment Helicopter World Cup tests pilots' skills Helicopter crews are taking part in the inaugural season of the competition which last weekend reached Minsk, Belarus. -
World News What are the toughest ultramarathons in the world? The Bolivian Skyrace is billed as one of the world's most difficult races. Which other races can runners use to test their endurance? -
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USA Los Angeles announces plans to hold 2028 Olympics Los Angeles has announced it plans to host the 2028 Olympic Games, leaving the path clear for Paris to hold the 2024 event -
USA White House communications chief Anthony Scaramucci removed from post Donald Trump's press secretary Anthony Scaramucci has been removed from his post -
No Comment WW1 battle victims remembered a centenary on Politicians, royalty and relatives gathered in western Belgium to pay tribute to the victims of a World War One battle. -
No Comment Festivities follow Mostar bridge-jumping contest The night sky lit up as people partied after the traditional event at the southern Bosnian city's famous bridge. -
Sierra Leone Group jogging banned in Sierra Leone Jogging in groups has been banned by authorities in Sierra Leone -
Iran Largest solar power plant in Iran opens The largest Solar Power Plant in Iran has been opened with a 20 megawatts capacity. -
World News Trump transgender military ban: Jennifer's story The US President's surprise decision to ban transgender individuals from military service was devastating for US Army Captain Jennifer Sims -
USA US actor and playwright Sam Shepard dies age 73 -
Earth News “The Dom Pérignon of Rosés” Have a sip of Garrus, the world’s most expensive Rosé wine. -
Kenya Senior election official found dead in Kenya Exactly a week before Kenya goes to the polls to elect a new president the lead official in charge of electronic voting was found dead on Monday after being missing for three days. -
Greece Dog shows maternal instincts by breastfeeding kitten -
Economy Greece expects boost in tourist numbers Greece expects boost in tourist numbers -
Economy Britain won't become tax haven after EU exit, says Hammond The UK finance minister's comments contrast with earlier remarks he made suggesting a harder approach to Brexit -
USA Honolulu bans pedestrians from using mobile phones while crossing street -
China 'Man Pods' make shopping fun for boyfriends Special cabins at a Shanghai mall allow men to play video games while their girlfriends shop until they drop -
Belgium War dead remembered at ceremony to mark centenary of Battle of Passchendaele The British Royal couple joined members of the Belgian royal family and relatives of soldiers in the city of Ypres to mark the centenary of the WWI Battle of Passchendaele -
Switzerland 'World's longest' pedestrian suspension bridge opens in Switzerland The longest suspension bridge in the world was inaugurated yesterday in Randa, Switzerland. -
Venezuela EU slams 'excessive' use of force in Venezuela EU slams 'excessive' use of force in Venezuela -
France French actress Jeanne Moreau has died at 89 French actress Jeanne Moreau has died at 89 -
Sweden Climate change sees thousands of reindeer starve to death Reindeer around the world are starving to death because of the unstable climate. -
Afghanistan Islamic State claims attack on Iraqi embassy in Kabul Security forces battle gunmen in Afghan capital, Kabul after suicide bomb attack at the Iraqi embassy -
Bosnia and Herzegovina Bosnia: thousands watch Mostar bridge-jumping contest Bright sunshine provided an idyllic backdrop for the annual competition in Mostar's Old City. -
Russia Relics of the past? Russia's aging naval flagships are world's biggest The two vessels taking pride of place at Russia’s Naval Day celebrations are among the most fearsome maritime machines ever built. -
Venezuela Venezuela vote turnout 41.5% - electoral commission Officials say over eight million people voted in Sunday's controversial election boycotted by the opposition and marred by violence. -
North Korea Japan agrees with US 'more action needed' on North Korea Prime Minister Shinzo Abe held a phone call with US President Trump but the two leaders 'did not discuss military action'. -
Brazil Troops on streets of Rio to fight organised crime Brazil has stepped up security in Rio de Janeiro amid a rise in violence by organised crime gangs. -
Russia What do the 1,200 US diplomatic staff in Russia do? -
Brazil Sky-high dining Brazilian style There's a new spin on the traditional summer barbecue after a group of Brazilians took a national pastime to dizzying heights and tried to bag a new world record into the bargain. -
Saudi Arabia Male guardianship in Saudi Arabia: campaigner 'released without man’s permission' -
Venezuela Violent clashes escalate on election day in Venezuela, leaving many dead Opposition supporters are protesting the controversial new assembly elections, which they see as a power grab by Maduro, who says they are Venezuela's only chance for peace. -
Pakistan Massive opposition rally held in Pakistan after PM's resignation Thousands gathered in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Sunday in support of opposition party leader Imran Khan before a meeting of parliament on Tuesday which will see a new Prime minister elected. -
Germany Passengers rescued from Cologne cable car after gondola crashes