2020-05-07

World News

WHO 'deeply troubled' by spike in domestic abuse in locked down Europe

According to the "scarce" data WHO has received, emergency calls by women subjected to violence by their intimate partners jumped 60% across European member states in April, compared to the same period last year.

07/05/2020

World

Coronavirus exacerbating ''disordered world'' warns EU's top diplomat

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, the EU's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell discusses a host of issues, including Europe's diplomatic ties with China, the US and the global impact of Covid-19.

07/05/2020

World News

Hurry up: Last chance to see a supermoon this year

There have already been three supermoons this year, and you won't get a chance to see one again until April 2021.

07/05/2020

France

Amnesty slams alleged police brutality in French lockdown enforcement

The warning comes after violent clashes in France’s poorer suburbs, where residents have accused authorities of heavy-handed tactics.

07/05/2020

Europe News

EU regret after China Daily removes coronavirus mention from op-ed

The EU has expressed regret after its opinion article in the China Daily newspaper was watered down to remove references to the coronavirus outbreak beginning in the country.

07/05/2020

United Kingdom

Banksy pays tribute to 'superhero' nurses, donates work to hospital

Banksy's latest piece depicts a little boy playing with a nurse superhero toy. He left it at the University Hospital Southampton with a note thanking staff for their work.

07/05/2020

France

Paris will be under stricter controls when France's lockdown is lifted

COVID-19 is still circulating in Paris and lockdown will be eased at a slower pace in the French capital

07/05/2020

Europe News

Chefs lay down their whites to kick up a fuss over lockdown impact

They were highlighting the plight of eateries, cafes and other parts of the hospitality industry hit during the COVID-19 lockdown.

07/05/2020

World News

Over 19k artefacts seized in art trafficking crackdown, says Europol

The operation was carried out across 103 countries and led to the arrest of 101 suspects.

07/05/2020

World News

Millions at risk of tuberculosis amid COVID-19 lockdowns, warns study

As the world focuses on the coronavirus pandemic more cases of tuberculosis are going undetected and untreated, according to new research.

07/05/2020

World

Greek restaurateurs' empty chairs protest over social distancing plan

Social distancing rules means restaurants and cafes won't have as many tables to serve.

07/05/2020

Netherlands

Glass half full: Restaurant serves up optimism amid COVID-19 misery

Is this the future of outdoor dining, for the time being, at least?

07/05/2020

Europe News

EU sends 'strong signal' to Western Balkans amid COVID-19 pandemic

Pledging 3.3 billion euros, the EU has reasserted its commitment to the region. It comes amid fears that some states were aligning themselves with Russia and China.

07/05/2020

World News

Euroviews. The EU’s “Green Recovery” could reward high polluters. Good data is crucial to prevent this ǀ View

The carbon border tax could fill the void in global standards for tracking and verifying greenhouse gas emissions, including methane, and could encourage further climate innovation. Accurate data will play a crucial role.

07/05/2020

Green News

‘Green Oscars’ award conservation heroes with £60K for saving animals

The Whitley Awards showcase grassroots organisations fighting extinction in the Global South.

07/05/2020

World News

Coronavirus and smoking: What does the WHO say?

A study in France found that smoking could be a "protective factor" against coronavirus infection, but global health authorities still state that smokers are likely to be more vulnerable to COVID-19.

07/05/2020

World News

Euroviews. Before coronavirus, Europe lacked empathy for migrants. The pandemic can teach us compassion ǀ View

The EU should provide humanitarian assistance to people stranded in countries less capable to confront the crisis, not more speedboats to contain them there.

07/05/2020

Hungary

Nine die in Hungary after hospital ejection to free space for COVID-19

The government sent a letter to hospitals in early April, demanding that half of the country's 68,000 hospital beds be made available to COVID-19 patients. According to Human Rights Watch, at least nine people have died as a result.

07/05/2020

World

EU foreign policy chief wants more federalised healthcare approach

Josep Borrell, the European Union Minister for Foreign Affairs, has told Euronews that the COVID-19 pandemic has made health a security issue - and a more federalised approach is now called for.

07/05/2020

World News

In pictures: How society is adapting to keep us apart amid pandemic

When lockdowns are lifted, social distancing will be key in preventing COVID-19. Here is how the world is adapting to keep people apart.

07/05/2020

Green News

Have the canals in Venice really benefited from the lockdown?

As fake photos of dolphins in the lagoon flood social media, we spoke to experts to find out what’s really happened in the city.

07/05/2020

Green News

Employees show us their weird and wonderful zoom set-ups at home

As more employees than ever try remote working, we look at the environmental benefits and how to make it a success.

07/05/2020

World News

COVID-19: Boris Johnson to unveil UK's lockdown exit roadmap on Sunday

Euronews brings you all the latest news about the coronavirus pandemic.

07/05/2020