2022-06-27

Tech News

Big Tech asked to protect user data from US state abortion prosecution

The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe vs Wade has raised questions about whether tech companies should protect the data of users seeking abortions.

27/06/2022

Lithuania

Lithuania hit by cyberattacks amid Kaliningrad feud with Russia

The pro-Kremlin group “Killnet” has claimed responsibility for the attack.

27/06/2022

Ukraine

Five things you need to know about Ukraine war from Monday

From the Russian missile strike on a busy shopping centre in Kremenchuk to Moscow facing a possible default on its foreign debt as its economy slows down due to sanctions, here are five of the main stories about the war on Monday.

27/06/2022

Europe News

Moves to admit Finland and Sweden into NATO 'will likely drag on'

Turkey is "unlikely to simply back down on its demands" to Stockholm and Helsinki, say experts.

27/06/2022

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Demonstrators gather outside G7 venue in Germany

Dozens of anti-G7 protesters demonstrate near Elmau Castle in the Bavarian Alps, where the G7 summit is being held.

27/06/2022

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Protests against response at Spanish border after migrants tried to storm in

Hundreds of protesters rallied across Spain on Sunday to condemn the death of at least 23 migrants by the Moroccan border fence in the aftermath of an attempted mass crossing into Spain on Friday, June 24 by some 2,000 migrants.

27/06/2022

Scenes

The jungle environmentalist saving elephants in Thailand

In partnership with Media City

"We must find a way to coexist with nature as our populations rise. As wild spaces shrink, we will bump up against nature."

27/06/2022

Health news

Maltese doctors call for abortion ban review after US woman's ordeal

A new court filing argues that Malta’s blanket ban on abortion is failing to protect women's health and is putting doctors in impossible situations.

27/06/2022

Earth News

Check out the best of this year's Urban Wildlife Photography Awards

The Urban Wildlife Photography Awards showcase some of the best urban wildlife photography by professionals and amateurs.

27/06/2022

World

From sand to spuds: How Algeria galvanised its agricultural sector

In partnership with anep

From sand to spuds: How Algeria galvanised its agricultural sector

27/06/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | June 27th – Evening

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

27/06/2022

Netherlands

One killed and ten injured in rare Netherlands tornado

Emergency services are warning people to stay away from the area where the roofs have been torn off several homes.

27/06/2022

Travel News

Barcelona tackles overtourism with city centre restrictions

Guided tours in Barcelona will have capped numbers and limited routes under new restrictions to combat overtourism.

27/06/2022

Bulgaria

Bulgarian Prime Minister Petkov resigns after losing confidence vote

Petkov will remain a PM candidate and has now been tasked with trying to form a new government.

27/06/2022

Italy

Centre-left parties claim victory in Italy's mayoral elections

The votes were seen as the last test ahead of next year's parliamentary elections.

27/06/2022

Greece

Greece prevents 1,130 migrants crossing Aegean Sea from Turkey

Athens has regularly accused Ankara of violating international law and helping migrants cross the border.

27/06/2022

Belarus

Jailed Russian partner of Belarus dissident asks Lukashenko for pardon

Sapega was sentenced in May to six years in prison for "inciting social hatred" and "violence and threats".

27/06/2022

Ukraine

Russian missiles hit busy shopping centre in Kremenchuk, killing 16

The casualty figures were changing as rescuers searched the smouldering rubble into early Tuesday. Some 25 victims were hospitalised, several in critical condition, authorities reported on Monday night.

27/06/2022

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Blast hits Sloviansk, mayor says cluster bomb used

Emergency services worked to treat the injured and clear the aftermath of a strike on the Ukrainian-controlled city of Sloviansk on Monday.

27/06/2022

Culture news

Is 'racist' colour grading in films perpetuating stereotypes?

Cinematic shorthand colour grading puts many Latin American, African and South Asian countries in a yellow palette. But does that palette change people's perspectives of the places?

27/06/2022

Germany

German police confiscate dozens of poisonous snakes after owner bitten

The 35-year-old had told doctors there that one of her rattlesnakes bit her finger.

27/06/2022

Health news

Roe v Wade overturned: Where is Europe headed on abortion rights?

While tensions reignite in the US, Europe has seen both progress and regression in recent years when it comes to women’s reproductive rights.

27/06/2022

Russia

Anger after Russia removes Polish flag from WWII memorial in Katyn

"There can be no Polish flag on Russian monuments, and even less so after the frankly anti-Russian statements by Polish politicians."

27/06/2022

Belgium

NATO to hike number of soldiers on high alert from 40,000 to 300,000

Huge reinforcements are heading for NATO's eastern flank.

27/06/2022

Earth News

Which major European airport is cutting flights to cut emissions?

While most airports are increasing flights, Schiphol has taken the climate-friendly option.

27/06/2022

Germany

Knife attacker kills one and wounds five at German asylum shelter

Police officers have detained a 31-year-old man after the stabbing attack.

27/06/2022

Czech Republic

One dead and five injured after high-speed train hits locomotive

The accident took place early on Monday in Bohumin near the border with Poland.

27/06/2022

Mobility

How countries in Europe are tackling the use of electric scooters

E-scooter rentals in Europe have boomed in recent years. Countries are increasingly regulating their use in a bid to curb injuries and deaths.

27/06/2022

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Climate activists demonstrate for the oceans in Portugal

Ocean Rebellion activists protest to mark the opening of a long-delayed UN Oceans Summit in Lisbon.

27/06/2022

Culture news

American musicians share dismay at Roe v Wade abortion reversal

After the Supreme Court of the US overturned the country's constitutional right for abortion, many American musicians have taken to the stage to protest the decision.

27/06/2022