2019-10-30

Lebanon

What is next for crisis-hit Lebanon?

Some protesters see PM Hariri's resignation as a first step in a long process. They want the departure of all symbols of Lebanon's sectarian system.

30/10/2019

USA

Republicans slam Dems as committee readies impeachment resolution for floor vote

"It's really nothing more than a fishing expedition," one GOP lawmaker said of some of the committees involved.

30/10/2019

USA

John Bolton invited to testify in House impeachment inquiry

Bolton's name has emerged repeatedly during the testimony of other key figures being interviewed by House impeachment investigators.

30/10/2019

World News

Twitter set to ban political advertising from November

"We believe political message reach should be earned, not bought," Twitter Chief Executive Officer Jack Dorsey wrote on the platform.

30/10/2019

USA

Twitter to stop accepting political ads

Facebook is currently embroiled in a debate over its decision to allow political campaigns to push ads containing misinformation.

30/10/2019

France

Macron condemns those who use secularism to 'sow hatred and division'

Macron spoke about the French concept of "laïcité" or secularism, at the inauguration of a European Centre for Judaism.

30/10/2019

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Refugees and police clash at Cape Town protest against xenophobia

Around 100 people were arrested on October 30 as part of an operation to disperse a group of refugees and asylum seekers who had staged a prolonged sit-in near the United Nations refugee agency in Cape Town.

30/10/2019

Europe Decoded

Lebanon's PM has quit but some protesters are not done yet | #TheCube

Protesters in Lebanon have vowed to remain on the streets despite the resignation of Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri.

30/10/2019

World News

How Brexit agreement affects UK citizens living in the EU

Euronews takes a look at how the Brexit agreement will affect UK citizens who continue to live in the EU.

30/10/2019

World

Zaev warns: EU accession halt could cause a rise of nationalism in the Balkans

The Republic of North Macedonia’s Prime Minister Zoran Zaev talks to Euronews about the country’s accession negotiations being stopped. To watch the full interview on Global Conversation click on the player.

30/10/2019

Australia

Ever backpacked in Australia? You might be owed some money if you have

The federal court has found that the so-called backpackers' tax is "a disguised form of discrimination", and is therefore invalid.

30/10/2019

Focus

Qingdao’s multinational summit attracts more investment for China

In partnership with Information Office of Qingdao Municipal Government

China is one of the world’s largest host countries for multinational businesses and it wants to continually attract new companies to invest more into the country. The summit will now be held on an annual basis.

30/10/2019

Focus

Russia and Africa: working towards a win-win partnership

In partnership with API MALI

The first edition of the Russia-Africa Summit was co-chaired by President Vladimir Putin and his Egyptian counterpart President Abdel Fattah Al-sissi to re-define and intensify strategic trade relations between the two continents.

30/10/2019

Green News

This platform is using blockchain to help you buy sustainably

Bilal Bhatti, founder of PaperTale wants to be able to verify the claims companies make about sustainability.

30/10/2019

World News

How Brexit deal affects EU citizens living in the UK

Euronews looks at the things you need to know about the Brexit agreement if you are an EU citizen living or planning to live in the UK.

30/10/2019

Chile

Chile pulls out of hosting key climate and trade summits after unrest

President Sebastian Pinera said it had been a “very difficult decision” to withdraw as host, as he understood the importance of the summits to Chile and the rest of the world.

30/10/2019

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Defying curfew and crackdown, thousands carry coffin of dead protester

The crowd consisted mostly of young men, many draped in Iraqi flags. Surrounding streets brimmed with cars, taxis, motorcycles and tuk-tuks as more people made their way in.

30/10/2019

World News

Protesters of the world: think twice before putting on that Joker mask

Joker masks and make-up have been used as a symbol by protesters around the World since the release of Todd Phillips' blockbuster. But is the character played by Joaquin Phoenix a far cry from an idealist freedom fighter.

30/10/2019

United Kingdom

Could UK's last December election in 1923 be portentous for Johnson?

December 12 2019 will be the first December election since 1923. In both ballots, Conservative prime ministers have looked to strengthen their leaderships after inheriting the role from early resigning predecessors — but it is the result from the former that the current PM would like to avoid.

30/10/2019

USA

Pelosi wants Americans to see the trial of Donald Trump

Analysis: Once uncertain about holding an impeachment-related vote on the floor, the House speaker is moving to show evidence to the public.

30/10/2019

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Britain gives Argentina back Madonna statue taken from Falklands

Thirty-seven years after the Falklands war, a tiny statue of the Madonna taken at the end of the conflict and held in Britain is going home to Argentina in a gesture of reconciliation blessed by Pope Francis in Vatican City.

30/10/2019

USA

Watch: 'Greta' and 'Melania' spotted among high heel race competitors

Also competing were referees depicting whistleblowers and one tribute to US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

30/10/2019

Turkey

Watch: Diver dedicates new world record to Turkish soldiers

Turkish diver Sahika Ercumen has set a world record by swimming 100 metres underwater on one breath, beating the previous record of 90m.

30/10/2019

USA

Britain's first December election in 100 years promises anything but festive cheer

Daily protests outside Parliament have descended into abuse yelled at legislators, some of whom have required police escorts in and out of the building.

30/10/2019

Belgium

Migrants found alive in Belgium truck a week on from Essex tragedy

A dozen migrants were found alive in a truck in Belgium on Wednesday — a week after 39 were found dead near London.

30/10/2019

USA

In Ukraine, leaders struggle to keep their heads down amid U.S. impeachment circus

Dogged by questions about the scandal roiling Washington, Ukrainian officials are trying their best to ignore the spectacle and focus on domestic issues.

30/10/2019

Green News

Saving the whales could help save humanity too

Marine biologists have discovered that whales play a big role in capturing CO2 from the atmosphere.

30/10/2019

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Skeletons 'come to life' in Day of the Dead tradition

A giant skeleton breaks out of the ground in the middle of a street, while the dead come alive wearing traditional outfits. It's a Day of the Dead tradition particular to the Mexico City neighborhood of Tlahuac.

30/10/2019

Germany

Funeral guests in Germany get high after accidentally eating hash cake

A police investigation found a mix-up with the cakes led to 13 people needing medical treatment for dizziness and nausea.

30/10/2019

USA

Euroviews. The Pittsburgh synagogue shooting's anniversary shows what's needed to defeat white terrorism ǀ View

The Pittsburgh terrorist’s statements make it clear he was driven by white genocide theory: The notion that white-majority nations in Europe, America and Australasia are being turned into white-minority states via immigration.

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