2020-02-07

USA

NBC News/Marist poll: Sanders, Buttigieg continue to lead in New Hampshire

Just days away from the first-in-the-nation primary, Sanders holds a narrow lead but Buttigieg has seen enthusiasm for his candidacy rise.

07/02/2020

USA

Biden makes staffing changes after 'punch in the gut' poor showing in Iowa

The moves could suggest that the former vice president is going to take a more aggressive approach to his Democratic rivals.

07/02/2020

World News

‘Enough cream sauce!’: Inside Europe’s coronavirus quarantine centres

Watch the videos from inside the European centres where people returning from China are quarantined under coronavirus restrictions.

07/02/2020

USA

Harry and Meghan spotted together for first time since stepping back from royal family

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended a JPMorgan event in Miami on Thursday.

07/02/2020

Russia

'We can't go out': Coronavirus evacuee describes life in quarantine

Inna Savintseva is a coronavirus evacuee. She was transferred to Siberia in the face of a risk of contamination and cannot leave her hospital room.

07/02/2020

Ireland

Irish election: the view from Ireland's long-term asylum seekers

Although there has been campaign discussion of Ireland’s housing and economy, there has been little about ‘direct provision’ and those in it.

07/02/2020

USA

Vindman, key impeachment testimony witness, 'escorted' from White House, attorney says

"The truth has cost LTC Alexander Vindman his job, his career, and his privacy," Vindman's attorney told NBC News.

07/02/2020

USA

Democrats set to face off in New Hampshire debate days ahead of primary

Recent polling shows Bernie Sanders ahead in the first-in-the-nation state, followed closely by Pete Buttigieg.

07/02/2020

No Comment

One thousand march in Brussels for Youth for Climate

Around a thousand demonstrators took to the streets of Brussels on Friday at the call of Youth for Climate Belgium to raise their climate concerns.

07/02/2020

Germany

Germany far-right crisis: what's next after Thuringia governor quits?

Even if it was short-lived, the election of a governor with far-right votes is likely to have a longlasting impact in Germany.

07/02/2020

USA

Trump warns on impeachment payback: 'You'll see'

Trump showed little sign of wanting to mend fences with Democrats, saying there is "a lot of evil on that side."

07/02/2020

No Comment

Coronavirus: Cruise ship Diamond Princess locked down in Japan

About 3,700 people have been confined aboard the Diamond Princess, which was placed under a 14-day quarantine earlier in the week.

07/02/2020

World News

Coronavirus travel slump threatens luxury market in China and Europe

Chinese shoppers have become a key demographic for brands such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Prada — but coronavirus is reducing travel to their stores.

07/02/2020

Business Planet

The age of AI: supercharging Europe's tech transformation

In partnership with The European Commission

Business Planet travels to Dublin to see how one innovative firm's AI tech is offering children immersive play and learning experiences through voice recognition technology.

07/02/2020

Business Planet

Accelerating tech Europe: "Essentially, we are a public venture capitalist"

Business Planet speaks to the man working to foster Europe's tech talent.

07/02/2020

France

French wine exports halve after US slaps on tariffs

American imports of French wine reached $130 million in October. Trump's tariffs kicked in and they plunged to $57.1 million in November.

07/02/2020

USA

Federal appeals court dismisses Trump emoluments case

The suit was dismissed on technical grounds

07/02/2020

My Europe Series

Malta after the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia

Two years after the journalist's assassination, the Prime minister has changed, the alleged crime sponsor is in jail and people who are calling for the truth hope this will open up a new era for Malta.

07/02/2020

Serbia

Serbia is losing one town every year through population decline

Serbia's rapidly-declining population is causing international concern — and now the United Nations has stepped in to help with a special mission.

07/02/2020

World

UAE’s first Indian female doctor, Dr. Zulekha tells her story

At 82 years of age, Dr. Zulekha Daud works tirelessly to drive the UAE’s health sector forward.

07/02/2020

World

Arab Health 2020: What are the advancements in Abu Dhabi’s medical sector?

Arab Health 2020 has showcased the latest technological and artificial intelligence innovations for medical fields from cardiology to radiology, with the aim of reducing surgical errors and waiting times.

07/02/2020

China

China probes death of coronavirus whistleblower doctor after outcry

Investigators are to examine the death of LiWenliang, warned by Chinese authorities for raising the alarm about the coronavirus outbreak, and who died from it.

07/02/2020

World

Asthma in the UAE: What are the causes and treatments?

The dusty, arid, sandstorm-prone environments of countries of the Arab Gulf, can create a whirlwind of respiratory problems for some regional residents.

07/02/2020

World News

It's World Day Without Mobile Phones — unless you're a migrant

For some, World Day Without Mobile Phones is a chance to forgo a luxury. For others, smartphones are a means of survival.

07/02/2020

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Why I’m excited to do business in Brexit Britain as an EU entrepreneur ǀ View

I personally think that the EU as a concept is generally a good thing. I understand there are frustrations with giving away power and potentially having less of a say in key issues, but I'm a believer in doing things together rather than as separate entities.

07/02/2020

No Comment

South Koreans defy virus fears at mass wedding

The couples said they are unfazed by the novel coronavirus

07/02/2020

USA

What stands out after Iowa is Bernie Sanders' limited crossover appeal

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.

07/02/2020

Europe News

The Brief: European cinema faces-off with US industry giants

Ahead of the Oscars we take a look at the challenges facing European cinema.

07/02/2020

USA

Eight Americans diagnosed with coronavirus on cruise ship off Japan

"Being alone in the hospital in a foreign country where people don't speak my language, that's definitely a concern," said Rebecca Frasure of Oregon.

07/02/2020

United Kingdom

UK, French authorities intercept over 220 migrants in English Channel

Ninety migrants were intercepted in British waters on Thursday — the highest number in a single day.

07/02/2020