29 December 2021 | Euronews
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Europe News France to take on EU's rotating presidency The six-month term will coincide with a presidential election in France. Macron is expected to run. -
Russia European Court of Human Rights calls on Russia to suspend Memorial closure International condemnation has followed the decisions by two Russian courts to shut down the prominent human rights group and its sister organisation. -
World News Migration back to the forefront of EU politics in 2021 Migration once again became a key issue in the bloc in 2021 as thousands gathered on the EU's border with Belarus. Here's a look back. -
No Comment Immersion in the world of fairytales in Hans Christian Andersen museum Immersion in the world of fairytales in Hans Christian Andersen museum -
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No Comment Animals at Berlin zoo snack on Christmas trees Animals living at Zoo Tiergarten in Berlin enjoyed a belated Christmas dinner on Wednesday when they were treated to unsold Christmas trees. -
No Comment Vigil in Soweto, bells toll at Cape Town cathedral Vigil in Soweto, bells toll at Cape Town cathedral -
No Comment Cuban youth take refuge in Abakua religion Cuban youth take refuge in Abakua religion in difficult pandemic year -
No Comment New Yorkers say goodbye to their worst 2021 memories Covid, online uni and masks : New Yorkers say goodbye to their worst 2021 memories -
Culture news Culture 2021 Year in Review - The Actor: Lauryn Redding, 'Bloody Elle, what a year!' Taken out of two plays, major knee surgery, then diagnosed with PTSD. Actor and writer Lauryn Redding spent the best part of 2021 getting back on her feet. Literally. -
Culture news Hardships, hurt, hope: US Inauguration star Amanda Gorman releases New Year's poem The 23-year-old first caught public attention with her impassioned reading of 'The Hill We Climb' at President Joe Biden's inauguration in January. Her latest set of verses touches on the hope and fear many of us have felt in 2021. -
Moments Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker ballet delights audiences in Moscow Because of COVID, the Bolshoi Theatre limited audience capacity to 70%, but those in the house seemed to love what they saw. -
Culture news The most striking photos of 2021 and the stories behind them Here are this year's photography highlights - featuring the refugee crisis, sporting triumphs, global disasters and moments of awe-inspiring humanity. -
USA Biden and Putin to talk on Europe's security and Ukraine before possible January meeting The White House says the two leaders will speak by phone on Thursday, ahead of January talks that Moscow says should be "serious" and not "blah blah "blah". -
World News COVID-19: 'Tsunami' of cases will push health systems to 'brink of collapse', says WHO chief The World Health Organization said in its weekly epidemiological report that the “overall risk” related to the omicron variant “remains very high.” -
Top News Stories Today Watch top news stories today | December 29th – Evening edition Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news The good, the bad, and the overdue: The celebrity apologies of 2021 They're at it again, which celebrities have apologised for transgressions past and present this year? -
Spain Valtònyc: Belgium to appeal against court refusal to extradite Spanish rapper The musician was sentenced to more than three years in prison in Spain for writing song lyrics that praised the terrorist organisation ETA. -
France COVID-19 'tidal wave': France reports over 200,000 positive cases in 24 hours Health minister Olivier Véran revealed 208,000 confirmed coronavirus infections over the previous 24 hours, a new record since the start of the pandemic. -
Tech News From vaccines to hands-free shoes: These were the top inventions and innovations of 2021 Euronews Next takes a look at some of the most important innovations and inventions from 2021. -
Culture news Culture 2021 Year in Review - Lily Lindon: Meet the editor and novelist who Double Booked herself 2021. Great for independent bookshops, not so crash hot for new writers. Meet the woman writer who knows the industry from both sides. -
Netherlands Dutch police seize 1.6 tonnes of cocaine in Rotterdam port Dutch customs authorities said on Tuesday they had confiscated a record 68 tonnes of cocaine this year, up from 49 tonnes in 2020. -
Culture news 'Digitally unwrapped' Egyptian mummy was a healthy Pharaoh with 'beautiful teeth' 3,500 years ago The non-invasive research enabled scientists to reveal Amenhotep's face and work out his age and health at the time of his death. -
Ecotech This family got one of the first 3D printed homes in the US for Christmas NGO Habitat for Humanity has helped the single mother and her son get their first home. -
Hungary Children who lost a parent to COVID enjoy a day on the track in Budapest Hungary's Speedy Motorsport Association is offering car races for the over-18s and free driving lessons on a professional car race simulation in Budapest, in the hopes speed and adrenaline will help the children forget their loss for some time. -
Culture news Fairytales come to life in renovated museum dedicated to Hans Christian Andersen Hans Christian Andersen is being celebrated in his hometown of Odense, with a new museum designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, which combines biographical elements with a fantasy world. -
Italy Italian police suspend 17 online profiles selling fake COVID certificates The prices of the health certificates ranged from €100 to €500, with discounts offered for those purchasing multiple certificates, such as the "family package". -
Top News Stories Today Watch top news stories today | December 29th – Midday edition Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Czech Republic Czech Republic and Slovenia report H5N1 bird flu outbreaks The Agrarian Chamber of the Czech Republic estimates the damage at CZK 20 million (€802,005). -
Climate An Indigenous community in India’s Meghalaya state offers lessons in climate resilience The Indigenous food system of the Khasi community in Nongtraw village in Meghalaya offers lessons in climate resilience and sustainable food systems, says a United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation report. -
United Kingdom A year since Brexit: English winemakers get creative to beat 'nightmare' labour shortages Many set up schemes where wine enthusiasts could come and pick grapes voluntarily, often scheduling it around work or dropping the children off at school. -
Top News Stories Today Watch top news stories today | December 29th – Morning edition Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
China Hong Kong pro-democracy website Stand News closes after police raid and arrests Stand News was one of the last remaining openly critical voices in Hong Kong following the shutdown of the Apple Daily newspaper.