Now playing Next USA Trump says 'time will tell' who'll be president but fails to concede In ruling out a national coronavirus lockdown under his tenure, the US President appeared to acknowledge that the decision might not be his much longer. 13/11/2020
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Now playing Next state of the union Analysis: Biden victory signals change not just in US, but Europe too What does Joe Biden's victory mean for Europe and the future of Trump-style politics across the globe? 13/11/2020
Now playing Next world news Euro 2020: North Macedonia celebrates qualifying for the big time The Balkan nation triumphed in Thursday's play-offs along with Hungary, Scotland and Slovakia to complete the 24-team line-up for the pandemic-delayed tournament. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next no comment Drones light up Seoul's night sky in bid to give South Koreans a boost The drone flash mob was aimed at encouraging South Koreans amid economic difficulties and COVID-19 challenges. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Ireland EU 'unlikely' to give UK more time to adjust after Brexit transition Trade experts say an initial grace period of around three to six months may be necessary to allow businesses to get used to the changes. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Uncovering Europe Moldova votes: Will pro-EU candidate Sandu oust Putin's pick Dodon? Sunday's presidential election has been interpreted as a referendum on the direction of Europe's poorest country, with Dodon representing closer links with Russia and Sandu with the EU. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Partner content Emerging from lockdown - Dubai’s music scene hits the right notes Dubai's thriving music scene is bouncing back after lockdown, albeit with responsible social distancing in place. Some of its leading lights - and a literal Legend - tell Focus how important that scene is. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next world news Being stolen is 'best thing that could happen' for artwork's prestige With many galleries and museums across the world shutting their doors in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, some of the most famous looted pieces of art can now steal back some of the limelight. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next world news Pictures of the week: striking images from this week's top stories This week the Greek island of Crete was hit by the floods and Europe grappled with the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. These and many other events are told through this week's most striking photographs. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Travel News Refugees in Iraq use the power of radio to tell their stories For the thousands of Syrian Kurds exiled in Iraq, this community radio station helps to keep the community connected. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Sweden Sweden introduces tougher measures to curb rising coronavirus cases Sweden is introducing new local and national measures to reduce the increasing burden on its health care system. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Croatia Croatia's ex-PM Ivo Sanader found guilty in corruption case Ivo Sanader was sentenced to eight years in prison for funnelling state money through an advertising agency for personal gain and to benefit his former party. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia accused of 'sportswashing' its human rights record Amnesty International said Saudi Arabia's hosting of a golf tournament was 'pure hypocrisy' given its alleged human rights abuses. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next world news How hard is the coronavirus second wave hitting in Europe? New lockdowns, nighttime curfews and military field hospitals: here's how European countries are trying to fight a fresh wave of coronavirus. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next World Property mogul & reality TV star Mohamed Hadid talks cookbooks & kibbeh in lockdown The global pandemic has triggered a boom in reading, according to the president of the International Publishers Association. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next World Sporty UAE staycations prove a hit amidst COVID-19 travel restrictions Global tourism, being one of the world’s most important and fastest growing economic sectors, took a hard hit during the COVID-19 pandemic. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next World How is the ancient art of Egyptian puppetry making a comeback? The art of puppetry in Egypt dates back to ancient times and the rule of the Pharaohs. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next The Cube French coronavirus film gives floor to 'usual suspects of conspiracy' French politicians and NGOs have severely criticised a new film "Hold Up" which features several debunked conspiracy theories about the COVID-19 pandemic. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next no comment Typhoon leaves at least 42 dead and 20 missing in Philippines Typhoon Vamco knocked down power lines and damaged homes as it passed north of Manila. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Romania Romania moves away from coal towards new sustainable jobs The Romanian government has announced the closure of two of the four coal mines still active in its Jiu Valley, but the country is looking to more sustainable businesses and other projects for the future. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Denmark Should we be worried about Denmark's coronavirus mutation? COVID-19 is mutating in mink. But what does that mean? 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Green News Traffickers are smuggling reptiles into Europe ‘under their clothes’ Rare tortoise species can be worth up to €30,000 when sold on the black market. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Europe News EU interior ministers pledge to take down terrorist content A strengthened role for Interpol in intelligence sharing is among the ideas that are being discussed in a virtual meeting hosted by European Commissioner Ylva Johansson. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Ireland Wild Mountain Thyme: Film slammed over Irish accents and cliches The trailer for the new movie Wild Mountain Thyme has come in for criticism for ropey accents and too many cliches. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Belarus EU condemns death of Belarusian artist after police arrest The European Union has condemned the death of a Belarusian artist, whose passing has sparked emotional tributes in the country. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next World Alba's famous truffle fair held online amid Italy COVID restrictions Organisers held virtual truffle tasting sessions to ensure the event went ahead for food lovers. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next The Cube Project aims to inform public of vaccine research progress via social From test tubes to TikTok, scientists head to social media platforms to communicate the progress of their vaccine research. 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Sport Football for Friendship to set digital world record during pandemic “Even in difficult situations there are ways for us to be together and set a goal together as a united team spirit," says 14-year-old Irintsoa Rakotomamonjy, who participated in this year’s digital International Children’s Social Programme Football for Friendship (F4F). 13/11/2020
Now playing Next Green News What can we learn about air pollution and lockdown from Pakistan? After enjoying cleaner air in lockdown, Pakistan pollution reaches hazardous levels again. 13/11/2020
