2020-01-31

USA

Iowa could be Biden's last best chance to halt Sanders' rise

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.

31/01/2020

United Kingdom

Euroviews. It may be controversial but the Huawei 5G deal is vital for Brexit Britain’s trading future ǀ View

If Johnson succeeds, Brexit Britain will be one of the few places in the world with preferential trade with the world’s two superpowers. The battle lines in the US-China trade war mean any country that is on good trade terms with both will have an almost unique competitive advantage.

31/01/2020

USA

John Delaney ends presidential campaign

In a statement, the moderate former congressman warned about nominating progressives like Warren or Sanders.

31/01/2020

World News

Watch: British evacuation jet from Coronavirus zone lands in UK

A planeload of about 200 French citizens from the virus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan has landed in southern France.

31/01/2020

My Europe Series

Bye-bye Britain: Brexit day is here

In this special edition we look at how British MEPs feel as they leave Brussels and what exactly will change in the European Parliament when they go. Aside from less Brexit drama, the loss of British voices and political representation could strengthen some and weaken others.

31/01/2020

Partner content

Sparkle looks to a greener future with the opening of its fourth data centre in Greece

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In a move designed to kickstart what CEO Mario Di Mauro describes as “a new digital game”, international service provider Sparkle laid a symbolic foundation stone for the company’s latest data centre on 21 January.

31/01/2020

World News

What does declaring coronavirus a global health emergency change?

A global health emergency usually means more resources and reporting obligations but states do not always follow WHO's guidance

31/01/2020

Business

How are UK businesses coping with Brexit uncertainty?

Two businesses, two very different perspectives on how to cope with the lack of clarity around the EU-UK's future trading relationship.

31/01/2020

Earth News

What can magic mushrooms teach us about preserving nature?

This trippy new London exhibit will spark your fungal fascination.

31/01/2020

USA

Sanders, Biden are neck-and-neck in new NBC/WSJ national poll

The two Democratic presidential contenders are statistically tied but Sanders has an edge in loyalty of his supporters.

31/01/2020

USA

Coronavirus updates: The latest news on the outbreak and the global response

Countries around the world evacuate citizens from the center of the outbreak in China, as the virus continues to spread.

31/01/2020

Italy

Coronavirus: Cruisers disembark but as European cases on the rise

W.H.O. have declared coronavirus a public health emergency

31/01/2020

World

Project shows how EU Citizens in UK still fear discrimination

‘In Limbo' is a project that collates the experiences of foreign citizens in both the United Kingdom and in the European Union. The project has resulted in the publication of two books: In Limbo: Brexit Testimonies from EU citizens in the UK and In Limbo Too: Brexit Testimonies from UK citizens.

31/01/2020

The Cube

How are social media giants fighting coronavirus conspiracies?

Coronavirus and conspiracies: how are social media companies tackling misinformation? | #TheCube

31/01/2020

Partner content

Camel milk chocolate: Moving from the desert to the dessert table

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Camel milk has less fat, more vitamins and is easier to digest than cow's milk

31/01/2020

United Kingdom

Two cases of coronavirus confirmed in UK, says chief medical officer

Together with Germany, France, Italy and Finland, the UK is now among European nations with confirmed cases of coronavirus on their territory.

31/01/2020

World News

Watch: Brexit Party MEPs leave Brussels for the last time

Britain officially departs the EU at 11 p.m. local time Friday, midnight in Brussels.

31/01/2020

United Kingdom

Sadness and celebration as Britain leaves the European Union

In London, Brexit supporters draped in British flags gathered outside the Houses of Parliament for an upbeat celebratory rally led by Nigel Farage.

31/01/2020

USA

Trump impeachment: Democrats dealt major blow in witness battle

Democrats needed four Republican senators to side with them in a vote to call more witnesses in the impeachment trial against President Donald Trump.

31/01/2020

Belgium

Belgian court acquits three doctors in landmark euthanasia case

Belgium is among a few countries that allow doctors to kill patients at their request, and one of two that allow it for people with a mental illness.

31/01/2020

United Kingdom

Brexit gives Scotland mandate for new independence vote - Sturgeon

As the UK formally leaves the EU on Friday, Scotland's First Minister is to stress that Scots overwhelmingly voted against Brexit and that they should thus be allowed to hold a new independence referendum.

31/01/2020

United Kingdom

British fishermen fear that Brexit will leave them in the cold

An industry that makes up just 0.14% of the UK economy may get sacrificed as part of an EU trade deal.

31/01/2020

Destinations

6 french ski resorts with outstanding green credentials

These destinations allow you to enjoy the snow without worrying about your carbon footprint.

31/01/2020

USA

GOP Sen. Lamar Alexander, key impeachment vote, to reveal decision on witnesses tonight

Alexander is one of a handful of Republican senators who may vote to hear from witnesses during the Senate impeachment trial.

31/01/2020

USA

New video appears to show Trump and Lev Parnas at Florida club

The recording further calls into question Trump's assertion that he doesn't know Parnas and his associate Igor Fruman.

31/01/2020

USA

Schiff slams GOP senators on whistleblower questions: 'Disgraceful'

"Members of this body used to care about the protection of whistleblower identities," Schiff told the senators.

31/01/2020

World News

Brexit Day: Britain is leaving the EU - what now?

The work on securing a post-EU future for the UK may have only just begun.

31/01/2020