2019-10-24

USA

The moment that shocked the room during Taylor's Ukraine testimony

The former acting ambassador described a meeting that connected Trump to the withholding of U.S. aid

24/10/2019

USA

Apple tweaked the iPhone email app — and people are trashing it

Apple's devoted fan base came to expect design perfection after a string of breakthrough products over the years.

24/10/2019

USA

Newly promoted prosecutor acted as go-between for Giuliani in Ukraine

Gyunduz Mamedov was an intermediary in Rudy Giuliani's efforts to press Ukraine to open probes of Joe Biden and his son Hunter.

24/10/2019

Sport

Day 1: Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

Victory for Kyrgyzbayev on Day 1 of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

24/10/2019

USA

Trump wants agencies to axe NYT, Washington Post subscriptions

The White House claimed it "will be a significant cost-saving for taxpayers." Trump has repeatedly bashed both papers as "fake news."

24/10/2019

USA

Biden campaign softens its position on accepting super PAC support

Biden had previously said he wouldn't take support from outside funding groups but the campaign points to an array of resources now aimed at defeating him.

24/10/2019

USA

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak says he does not expect fully autonomous cars 'in my lifetime'

Technology will need to be able to accommodate "the dumbest human behind the wheel to take control when an unusual situation comes up," Wozniak said.

24/10/2019

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Hong Kong protesters rally for Catalan independence

Hundreds of Hong Kong protesters, some waving Catalan flags and banners urging to "fight for freedom together", rallied in support of a separate Catalonia, broaching an issue that is anathema to Hong Kong's Communist Party leaders in Beijing.

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Spain exhumes remains of former dictator Franco

Cries of "long live Franco!" accompanied the coffin of Francisco Franco on October 24 as Spain removed the remains of its former dictator from the state mausoleum where he was buried in 1975.

24/10/2019

United Kingdom

Women's relief as abortion decriminalised in Northern Ireland

The British province lifted restrictions on abortion and a ban on same sex marriage on Monday at midnight.

24/10/2019

USA

Graham to unveil measure slamming impeachment inquiry as Trump praises GOP efforts to fight back

Republicans' escalating strategies to counter the House investigation comes days after Trump called on his party to "get tougher and fight."

24/10/2019

World

'Solidarity' is key word for Polish town stunned by mayor's fatal stabbing

The city of Gdansk was presented with the Princess Asturias prize for concord nine months after Pawel Adamowicz was killed

24/10/2019

Europe News

What do Europeans think of the never-ending Brexit saga?

Euronews sat down with EU citizens to hear their thoughts on Brexit.

24/10/2019

USA

British PM calls for election right before Christmas

An election is seen by his team as the only way of breaking the deadlock over Brexit after parliament voted in favor of his deal.

24/10/2019

USA

Tim Ryan drops out of presidential race

Ryan announced his decision to end his campaign in a video to supporters.

24/10/2019

World News

Create rather than kill with artificial intelligence, says AI pioneer

From self-driving cars to Amazon’s Alexa, artificial intelligence is already here. But some fear AI could be used to create killer robots.

24/10/2019

United Kingdom

Johnson asks UK parliament for December election — but will it happen?

Johnson says a December 12 poll would give parliament time to scrutinize his Brexit bill, but opposition parties want 'no deal' off the table.

24/10/2019

USA

Hunter Biden's legal work in Romania raises new questions about his overseas dealings

Hunter Biden provided legal advice to a Romanian charged with real estate fraud, at a time when his father was pushing corruption reforms in the country.

24/10/2019

United Kingdom

Emotional support dogs in 'distress' removed from flight at Gatwick

A Norwegian air captain decided to offload two owners and their emotional support dogs, the airline company said.

24/10/2019

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'Clowning around': World's clowns gather in Mexico City

Clowns are very important to Mexican culture and life. Thousands pop up on traffic intersections and perform all kinds of tricks to earn a few pesos.

24/10/2019

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Pedestrians narrowly escape Phoenix car crash

Pedestrians pushing a baby stroller miraculously survived a hit and run collision, according to surveillance video from a traffic junction.

24/10/2019

World News

Euroviews. The EU should be leading this new era of FTAs, shaping new standards and spurring on growth ǀ View

European consumers and businesses stand to benefit from Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). That is why the EU should seek to lead this new era by setting global standards for bilateral trade deals.

24/10/2019

USA

Thai king dismisses six palace officials, one for 'evil' actions

The most senior staffer was accused of "evil" actions — an expression that means serious misconduct — indiscipline and exploiting his job for personal gain.

24/10/2019

USA

Top Kurdish commander says Turkey resumes fighting despite ongoing cease-fire

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump said pause in fighting would be permanent and announced the lifting of economic sanctions on Turkey.

24/10/2019

Italy

Rising from the ashes: Restored Herculaneum house opens to public

Pompeii wasn't the only Roman city to be engulfed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Herculaneum was buried even deeper than its neighbour so its secrets are just beginning to be revealed.

24/10/2019

USA

Republicans are running out of ways to defend Trump

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

24/10/2019

Mexico

Watch: Clowning around in Mexico City

More than 450 clowns from 14 countries will attend seminars and stock up on the latest shoes, makeup and wigs at the 24th annual International Clown Convention.

24/10/2019

Europe Decoded

Deals, debate and delay: what's happened with Brexit in the last week?

Deals, debate and delay: what's happened with Brexit in the last week?

24/10/2019

Bolivia

Why are Bolivians are calling electoral fraud in the last elections

Bolivia's leftist leader Evo Morales was on track to win a fraught presidential race outright, edging to a decisive 10-point lead over his main rival after accusing the opposition on Wednesday of attempting a "coup" against him.

24/10/2019

USA

Euroviews. The day Donald Trump stopped being the leader of the free world ǀ View

In fact, the burdens America assumes by providing this global leadership generate a tremendous return on investment. Since the end of WWII, presidents right, left and center have understood that U.S. power and wealth can only be sustained by assuming great responsibility.

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