2019-02-04

Venezuela

What will European nations' recognition of Guaido change in Venezuela?

In Venezuela, "a game of chess underway to force a transition," according to Rafael Grasa, an expert in international relations. But what are the practical implications of European countries recognising Guaido as president in the Latin American country?

04/02/2019

Europe News

Hungary opposes EU-Arab League cooperation due to migrant concerns

On Friday, Hungary vocalised their opposition to a compromise between the EU and the Arab League over concerns about migrants.

04/02/2019

USA

Virginia Lt. Gov. Fairfax denies sexual assault allegation as Northam faces growing calls to resign

The lieutenant governor, who is next in line to become gov, says the encounter with a woman at the DNC in 2004 was consensual.

04/02/2019

USA

A hole big enough to fit two-thirds of Manhattan has formed under critical glacier

Scientists say if Thwaites collapses, it could trigger a catastrophic rise in global sea levels, flooding coastal cities around the world.

04/02/2019

Poland

Countries cut Polish beef imports, as EU starts 'sick cow' inspection

Countries cut Polish beef imports after 'sick cow' scandal as EU begins inspection

04/02/2019

Markets

Asia stocks quiet, dollar supported after upbeat U.S. jobs data

Asia stocks quiet, dollar supported after upbeat U.S. jobs data

04/02/2019

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Festival lights up Danish capital Copenhagen

In one of the darkest months of the year, the 24-day Copenhagen Light Festival aims to brighten up the mood in the Danish capital.

04/02/2019

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The annual Sapporo snow festival kicks off

Visitors are flocking to the city of Sapporo on Japan`s northern island of Hokkaido to see snow and ice sculptures as the annual snow festival kicks off.

04/02/2019

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Pope Francis welcomed by Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince as he visits presidential palace

Pope Francis on Monday (February 4) was welcomed by Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, and the Vice-President of UAE and ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, at Abu Dhabi's presidential palace.

04/02/2019

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Pepino the Cucumber comes back to life as Bolivia kicks off carnival

Trumpets blare as townspeople walk solemly alongside a golden casket through the streets of South America's highest capital, La Paz, Bolivia, on Sunday (February 3), four weeks before carnival begins.

04/02/2019

World News

Euroviews. The week that was: challenges posed by our interconnected world ǀ View

We bring you our weekly round-up of the View opinion articles that have been driving debate across Europe and beyond over the last seven days.

04/02/2019

USA

Poll: Dems want 'electable' challenger who can beat Trump. Values come second.

This year is a change from what qualities voters are looking for in their 2020 nominee.

04/02/2019

USA

Serial killer staged photos of victims, Canadian prosecutor says

The prosecutor didn't display the images during the session, but said McArthur staged some after the men were dead: Two showed corpses with cigars in their mouths.

04/02/2019

World

Watch in full: Raw Politics on Brexit and Poland's new political party

Watch Monday night's full episode of Raw Politics.

04/02/2019

World

Raw Politics: Macron 'to call referendum over yellow vest protests'

President Macron is reportedly considering holding a referendum this spring to quell the continuing yellow jacket protests.

04/02/2019

Hungary

Court convicts 10 after 2010 Hungarian alumina plant toxic sludge leak

The criminal negligence case relating to a deadly leak of toxic sludge at a Hungarian alumina plant in 2010 has closed with the conviction of 10 people

04/02/2019

World News

Halki: Why Greeks want a Christian seminary in the heart of Istanbul

The long-running international campaign to re-open a theological school in Turkey is set for a major boost this week.

04/02/2019

Europe News

EU applauds social media platforms for removing more ‘hate speech’

The European Commission has praised the likes of Facebook, Twitter and YouTube for their progress on the swift removal of illegal hate speech

04/02/2019

Living

Climate-smart shopping in the world’s first recycling mall

The Swedish ReTuna Återbruksgalleria makes shopping climate-smart. People even buy their old items back.

04/02/2019

United Kingdom

UK promised Nissan up to €91m to protect from any Brexit fallout

In a letter to the Japanese carmaker, the UK business minister had vowed to maintain manufacturers' capacity to trade with the EU.

04/02/2019

World News

Are wealthier countries healthier countries? Find out here.

Healthy life years at birth represent the number of years a baby can expect to live without an activity limitation or disability.

04/02/2019

Europe News

EU 'offers to provide aid' to Irish farmers in case of no-deal Brexit

Following concerns brought up by Irish farmers, the EU has offered to provide financial support in the case of a no-deal Brexit.

04/02/2019

USA

Euroviews. If Trump declares a national emergency, his border wall would drown in lawsuits ǀ View

Texas landowners would have few legal options if Congress funded the wall. But if Trump goes around them, lawyers will have a field day.

04/02/2019

Europe News

Poland's first openly gay politician launches pro-EU party

Robert Biedron's progressive Wiosna or Spring party aims to challenge the centre-right status quo that has permeated the Polish political scene for the past 14 years.

04/02/2019

World News

World Cancer Day: Urgent action needed to improve early detection

This year, World Cancer Day lanches "I am and I will" campaign.

04/02/2019

USA

You've been breached: Hackers stole nearly half a billion personal records in 2018

Companies use nebulous language to describe the nature of the breach, saying 'other data' or 'employee records' have been stolen — which makes it hard for victims to know how (and when) to react.

04/02/2019

USA

Iraqi president says U.S. has no right to 'watch Iran' from his country

Iraq has found itself in a tricky position between two of its key allies as relations deteriorate between Tehran and Washington.

04/02/2019

USA

Trump 'would have a hard time' letting son play American football

On the day of one of the U.S' biggest sporting events, the Super Bowl, the US president said he was not sure he would let his son Barron play football.

04/02/2019

Notes From The Usa

Savvy Seattle, Washington: where innovation and nature collide

In partnership with Brand USA

Acclaimed Northern-Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance travelled around the US on the trail of music, history and culture. When he washed up in Seattle, Washington, he discovered a city with a distinctly independent spirit.

04/02/2019

Notes From The Usa

Visiting Pike Place Market, the ‘heart’ of Seattle

In partnership with Brand USA

Northern-Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance couldn't visit Seattle, Washington, without seeing its “heart and soul” and top visitor attraction: Pike Place Market.

04/02/2019