29 August 2022 | Euronews
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Russia Russia to hold war games with China amid tensions over Ukraine invasion The exercises are to take place from 1 to 7 September and will also involve military contingents and observers from Algeria, India, Laos, Mongolia, Nicaragua, Syria and some former Soviet republics. -
Iraq Dozens dead in Iraq chaos after influential Shiite cleric resigns Iraq’s military announced a nationwide curfew in response to the violence which has wounded hundreds of people in clashes with security forces. -
United Kingdom Cost of living crisis: UK bus drivers strike as medics and barristers threaten to walk Inflation is rising at a higher rate in the UK compared to much of the rest of Europe, and with further scheduled transport strikes set for next week, others are also threatening industrial action. -
Europe News Energy crisis: Ursula von der Leyen calls for 'emergency intervention' in electricity market Amid record-breaking gas prices, the European Commission president said the current market rules are no longer "fit for purpose". -
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Scenes Meet the child chef cooking up a storm in Kenya "I want to show people that food is not only about eating, it's about how you make it and the magic behind it." -
Denmark Denmark and Germany approve Baltic Sea wind hub to offset Russian gas When established by 2030, the project could supply electricity to up to 4.5 million European homes. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 29th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news Venice Film Festival: Abel Ferrara brings Italy's Padre Pio to the big screen Abel Ferrara, renowned for his gritty New York films from the 1980s and 90s returns to the big screen with "Padre Pio", premiering at the Venice Film Festival this week. Depicting the life of Italy's beloved saint at the end of WWI, the film stars award-winning actor Shia LeBeouf. -
Sweden Worker gored to death by large antelope at Swedish animal park The incident occurred late on Sunday at the Oland Animal and Entertainment Park. -
Economy Olaf Scholz says EU must reform to cope with enlarging to 30-36 members Scholz said the EU must adapt now for the arrival of new members such as Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia and countries in the Western Balkans. -
Money Bitcoin drops below $20,000 as cryptos feel the heat over interest rate hawkishness Bitcoin prices are now down more than 50 per cent from a year ago. -
Smart Regions This 'Re-cereal' initiative is trying to bring back traditional cereal crops to Europe The ‘Re-cereal' initiative not only seeks to boost biodiversity by reintroducing traditional crops, but it is also a scientific project. Institutions as well as public and private entities are involved in the project to optimise cultivation methods, producing robust crops and gluten-free foods. -
Ukraine Ukraine war: Kyiv claims breakthrough in major new Kherson offensive Ukraine launched a significant military assault to capture the southern city of Kherson on Monday, which was occupied by Russia in the early days of the war. -
Sweden Rescue operation launched after fire breaks out on ferry near Sweden Around 300 people were onboard the ship when the blaze broke out. -
Germany Girl, 7, dies after being hit by falling statue at hotel in Munich She was hit by a 200-kilogram statue in a hotel courtyard on Friday. -
Travel News Airline pilots who got into a fight just after takeoff have now been suspended, Air France confirms Cabin crew had to intervene after pilots grabbed each other by the collar. -
Serbia EuroPride: Nationalists join church protest in Belgrade against Europe's largest LGBT event Thousands marched in the Serbian capital on Sunday night against Europe's biggest Pride event, which organisers vow will go ahead despite a move by President Vučić to ban it. -
USA Dutch commando soldier dies after shooting outside US hotel Three Dutch soldiers were injured in the incident in Indianapolis on Saturday morning. -
Europe News EU Council sued for approving Poland's €35-billion COVID recovery fund It is claimed the agreement between Brussels and Warsaw fails to restore judicial independence in Poland. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 29th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news MTV Video Music Awards: Taylor Swift win big, announces new album, while Snoop and Eminem roll up The 2022 MTV Video Music Awards (VMA)s came to a close on Sunday evening and it was a chaotic old time, filled with all the profanity and controversies to keep the Twittersphere busy. -
Austria Ukraine war: UN nuclear watchdog's Zaporizhzhia visit will be its 'toughest ever' A team from the UN's nuclear watchdog is finally on its way to Ukraine's embattled Zaporizhzhia power plant. -
Brazil Brazil presidential election: Bolsonaro and Lula clash in television debate Brazil is set to elect a new president in October. -
Ecotech Battery breakthrough: Scientists invent cheap aluminium-sulphur alternative to lithium-ion batteries Scientists at MIT have invented a new battery to back-up renewables, at a sixth of the cost of the standard model. -
Belgium EU faces several 'terrible winters' without price cap: minister "The next five to ten winters will be terrible if we don't do anything," said Belgian Energy Minister on Sunday, while calling for an EU-wide price cap. -
Nature Burmese Pythons are destroying Florida’s ecosystem. These snake-hunting veterans are fighting back. Burmese pythons first came to Florida in the 1980s as a popular exotic pet. They’re now the region’s most destructive invasive predator. -
Moments Magic or optical illusion? Visit these mysterious gravity-defying hills to test for yourself Check out these gravity-defying spots for a mind boggling optical illusion. -
Money 'I thought taking out a loan to invest in crypto was a good decision. Then I lost most of it' A recent US survey found that 21 per cent of investors took out a loan to pay for crypto. Why are people choosing to do it and is it a good idea? -
Destinations Aliens and medieval myths: Why this off-the-radar Swiss city is perfect for a winter trip Chur, a Roman-era Swiss city, is a vibrant Alpine town with an arty edge. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 29th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news Sex, violence and gender politics: How does 'House of the Dragon' compare to 'Game of Thrones' 'Game of Thrones' defined TV for a generation, how will its prequel fare on our screens?