21 January 2021 | Euronews
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South Africa Scientists are using satellites to count elephants from space for the first time The elephants are counted using a computer algorithm trained to identify the creatures against a variety of backdrops. -
Europe News Coronavirus: EU leaders agree to further strengthen coordination on pandemic European heads of state and government held a virtual meeting on Thursday to discuss how to collectively tackle the COVID-19 pandemic more effectively. -
Moments Friluftsliv: How the Norwegian concept of 'open air living' is the pandemic tonic we need With anxiety levels rising amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the world could learn a valuable lesson from some of the happiest people in the world and their love for the great outdoors. -
Austria Austrian mayors accused of jumping queue for COVID-19 vaccines Austrian authorities have confirmed they are investigating reports that non-priority citizens, including mayors, have received COVID-19 vaccines. -
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Serbia #MeToo hits Serbia as teacher at acting school is arrested over student rape allegations "After a hard internal struggle, some brave girls and I decided to stand in the way of a dark circle of abuse. We will not give up," said actress Milena Radulovic -
Europe News Turkey launches charm offensive to repair relations with EU Turkey's charm offensive comes after months of difficulties between Ankara and Brussels. -
The Cube How did conspiracy theorists react to Joe Biden's inauguration? Supporters of the baseless QAnon theory believed that Donald Trump would remain US President to fight against supposed enemies in the "deep state". -
Netherlands Dutch parliament backs plans for a 9pm-4.30am COVID curfew The Netherlands will now join the likes of France, Belgium, Italy, Greece and some areas of Germany in introducing the night-time restrictions. -
Serbia COVID-19 vaccine: China marches to Serbia's aid as EU's COVAX scheme fails to deliver While the whole region was waiting to get at least some vaccines from the COVAX scheme, a plane from China landed in Belgrade with a million doses on board. -
United Kingdom Eurostar bailout: France prepared to help struggling train operator, says transport minister Passenger numbers on the cross-channel train service have been down 95% since March and are currently believed to be less than 1% of pre-pandemic levels. -
Moments Japan is the latest country to offer virtual tours to locked down travellers Now you can marvel at Japanese art and sightsee without stepping foot in the Asian country. -
Cry Like A Boy Podcast | A dilemma of coming-out in patriarchal societies In this episode, we will see how in Africa but also in countries like France, being homosexual could be a lifetime burden. A lot of them will choose their happiness over the respect of society's "rules". -
My Europe Series Has the EU's vaccine rollout lost Brussels support in poorer nations? Edi Rama, PM of EU hopeful Albania, has already hit out at Brussels over its "morally and politically unacceptable" vaccine rollout. -
Ukraine Ukraine nursing home fire: Four arrested after Kharkiv blaze leaves 15 dead Ukrainian authorities have announced that four people have been arrested in connection with the fire that killed 15 people in an undeclared retirement home. -
France France: Hospital workers demand more resources to fight COVID-19 French hospital workers demand more resources to cope with the relentless influx of COVID-19 patients. -
No Comment D is for democracy: Swiss preschoolers learn to be good citizens It's all part of efforts to get children accustomed to Switzerland's famed direct democracy and frequent referendums. -
United Kingdom Storm Christoph could bring more flooding as rivers overflow, UK authorities warn Flood warnings in parts of northern England and Wales are in force after Storm Christoph brought swollen rivers and hundreds of evacuations. -
World Tens of thousands of Europeans die from air pollution each year - and many could have been avoided Researchers have said around 52,000 deaths in Europe could be prevented each year if emissions are cut to WHO guidelines. -
Earth News Flood victims in the UK offered free counselling as Storm Christoph sweeps Europe Widespread flooding is causing mental and physical devastation for those affected by the extreme weather. -
United Kingdom UK's Glastonbury music festival cancelled for second year in a row due to pandemic Industry insiders have said the decision to cancel will have ramifications for other festivals scheduled in 2021 due to Glastonbury's scale and significance. -
No Comment Salisbury Cathedral becomes hub for huge COVID-19 vaccination drive Melding the ornate trappings of medieval faith with 21st century science, Salisbury Cathedral is injecting new hope into Britain's biggest ever vaccination programme. -
Vatican Former Vatican bank president sentenced to nearly nine years jail in embezzlement trial Angelo Caloia's lawyer and son were also found guilty and handed prison sentences. -
World Is the far-right gaining popularity in Portugal? Portugal will head to the polls on Sunday to choose a new President, despite pandemic lockdown measures still in place. We take a look at Chega!, a right-wing party pushing to get through to the second round. -
Libya Migrant shipwreck off Libyan coast leaves at least 43 dead, says UN The shipwreck in the Mediterranean Sea is the first maritime disaster in 2021 involving migrants and refugees seeking better lives in Europe. -
Spain Third division Alcoyano, down to ten men, shock Real Madrid in cup Despite being down to ten men, Segunda División’s Alcoyano overcame 19-time Copa del Rey winners Real Madrid with a 115th minute winner. -
Earth News The best and worst vegan options on fast food menus From vegan KFC burgers to "pepperphoni" pizza, there are some you should steer clear of while others are a bit of nom! -
World COVID vaccinations: Second shot delays not recommended by global health chiefs International organisations are calling any breaks between the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine doses not to be extended beyond 21 days. Both Pfizer and Moderna also do not support the delay strategy touted by UK authorities. -
World What can you do to have a safe National Hugging Day during the pandemic? Millions of us have been living with severe restrictions and orders to stay socially distanced. But this can lead to 'touch starvation'. Find out more. -
France Coronavirus: French health minister Véran raises prospect of third national lockdown "If the level of this variant were to increase significantly and we followed an English trajectory, a lockdown would probably become an absolute necessity," Véran told the French Senate's Law Commission. -
USA Biden inauguration: Fireworks light up Washington DC sky as Hollywood A-list turns out to celebrate The nighttime display followed performances by a parade of celebrities who descended on Washington to welcome the new Biden-Harris administration. -
Cuba Cuba aims to immunise its population this year with its own coronavirus vaccine Cuba wants to produce 100 million doses of a coronavirus vaccine this year, which would be the first developed in Latin America. -
USA 'Just move on': US Republicans grapple with post-Trump future as Biden becomes president With Democrats in control of the White House and Congress, Republicans face profound questions about what the party stands for without Donald Trump in charge. -
China China mine explosion: Race on to rescue trapped workers as one dies Rescuers have been in contact with some trapped workers and have delivered supplies since the January 10 explosion at a new gold mine under construction in the eastern Shandong province. -
Travel News Vaccinated tourists can now visit the Seychelles without quarantining The archipelago is also pushing for more conservation-focussed travel, starting with an experience on Alphonse Island. -
China Bejing slaps sanctions on Pompeo and several other 'anti-China' Trump officials The sanctions are largely symbolic but underscore Beijing’s antipathy toward a US administration it regarded as hostile. -
USA US set to rejoin Paris climate deal after flurry of policy reversals The new president signed the orders just hours after taking the oath of office at the Capitol.