2022-01-30

The Cube

Portugal's parliament investigating possible hack during election

Portugal is electing a new legislative parliament on Sunday.

30/01/2022

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Storm Malik uproots trees and topples crane in Sweden

Storm Malik ravages Malmö, Sweden, on Saturday evening causing injuries and devastation as trees fell upon cars, roads flooded and a crane was toppled. The next day, the city emerges to survey the damage.

30/01/2022

United Kingdom

Man Utd suspend Mason Greenwood after arrest for alleged violence

“An investigation was launched and following enquiries we can confirm a man in his 20s has since been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault,” Greater Manchester Police said in a statement.

30/01/2022

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Londonderry: Families march, remember "Bloody Sunday" victims

People are marching throught the streets of Londonderry in Northern Ireland on Sunday to commemorate 50 years since British paratroopers opened fire and killed 13 Catholic demonstrators taking part in a peaceful civil rights protest.

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Sudanese protesters take part in a rally against last year's military coup, in Khartoum

Sudanese demonstrators chant slogans as they march during a protest for civilian rule and against a military coup that took place last year, in the capital Khartoum.

30/01/2022

China

Beijing seals off residential areas due to COVID before the Olympics

The Chinese capital is on high alert before the Winter Olympics open on Friday, with measures in place to prevent cross-infection.

30/01/2022

Portugal

Portugal election: Socialists re-elected but far-right make gains

A poll by Portugal’s Catholic University for public broadcaster RTP estimated that the Socialists collected between 37%-42% of the vote on Sunday, with their main rival, the centre-right Social Democrats taking 30%-35%.

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Vietnam nears Lunar New Year hoping for virus recovery

Vietnamese people are making their preparations for the Lunar New Year of the Tiger, the most festive event of the year, amid warnings of caution against COVID-19.

30/01/2022

Australia

Rafael Nadal wins Australian Open in a record-breaking 21st Grand Slam

Nadal went down two sets to his opponent, Russia's Daniil Medvedev, but managed to stage a comeback to snatch the record Gran Slam title.

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Storm tide hits Germany's North Sea coast

Northern Germany was hit by strong winds and a tidal surge overnight into Sunday as storm Nadia moved in, severely restricting rail and road travel.

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Robot bartenders and meals delivered from the sky at Beijing Winter Olympics

Robots have taken over the cafeteria at the Beijing Winter Olympics media centre. The eye-catching setup has a drawn a lot of attention, with plates of food descending from the ceiling to diners below.

30/01/2022

World News

Winter storm Malik hits northern Europe, kills at least four

Storm Malik brought strong gusts of wind and extensive rain and snowfall to the Nordic countries after hitting Scotland and Germany particularly bad.

30/01/2022

France

France: Left-wing presidential candidates reject running together

At least five main figures from the left and the far-left are running for president, in addition to smaller candidates.

30/01/2022

United Kingdom

Northern Ireland marks 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday massacre

Hundreds made their way to the Bloody Sunday Monument for the annual memorial service and wreath-laying ceremony, carrying pictures of the victims and flowers in their memory.

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Portugal

Portugal heads to the polls in decisive parliamentary elections

Despite a certain disenchantment with the Socialist Party, the majority of voters believe that PM Antonio Costa has more skills and experience to govern than his main opponent, PSD's Rui Rio.

30/01/2022

Art

Art, AIDS and Alchemy: The legacy of British film-maker Derek Jarman

Jarman was a painter, writer and film-maker but what are the essential elements of his oeuvre?

30/01/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 30th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

30/01/2022

Israel

Israel presidential visit to UAE a first as diplomatic relations grow

Herzog will meet top officials, including crown prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan — the de facto Emirati leader — along with members of the country's small but growing Jewish ex-pat community.

30/01/2022

North Korea

North Korea tests most potent long-range missile in five years

The launch came three days after North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles into the sea. The North also flight-tested a pair of purported long-range cruise missiles on Tuesday.

30/01/2022

Tech News

Tech this week: SpaceX rocket set to slam into the Moon

The rocket launched by Elon Musk’s company has been in orbit since 2015.

30/01/2022

Nature

Is social media really the ‘new eBay’ for endangered cheetahs?

A sad truth lies behind the cute images of these big cats spread across social media.

30/01/2022

France

France, Iran discuss nuclear deal, Macron asks for prisoner release

The "long conversation" on Saturday evening revolved around renewed commitments from Tehran, which claims that progress was made, but that "important issues remain".

30/01/2022

Sport

Youngsters shine in second day of the 2022 Portugal Grand Prix

The crowd in Alamada were spoilt with fantastic displays from Judo's finest at the Portugal Judo Grand Prix.

30/01/2022

Conscious Travel

14 of the most eco-friendly travel companies in Europe

Looking to book a trip that won’t cost the Earth? We’ve got you covered for the travel companies who are dedicated to reducing the impact of your holiday.

30/01/2022

Nature

This wildlife vet is helping Uganda’s endangered gorillas to thrive

Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka has recently won the UNEP'S Champions of the Earth award.

30/01/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 30th – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

30/01/2022