2022-09-05

Europe News

Ukrainian PM urges EU to stand firm against Russia

Denys Shmyhal was in Brussels on Monday for the meeting of the EU-Ukraine Association Council.

05/09/2022

Sport

Remembering the 1972 Olympics: Mark Spitz talks of tragic games

Mark Spitz is a former American competitive swimmer. He is also Jewish and competed at the 1972 Olympics in Munich winning seven golds. He talks of his experience at the tragic event.

05/09/2022

World News

Russian journalist Ivan Safranov sentenced to 22 years in jail

A court in Moscow jailed Russian journalist Ivan Safranov to 22 years in a maximum security prison after finding him guilty of treason in a trial many see as politically motivated

05/09/2022

World

The only path to peace is victory, says Ukraine's Tymoshenko

There can be no peace in Ukraine without victory on the battlefield, former Ukrainian PM Yulia Tymoshenko has told the Estoril Conference in Portugal.

05/09/2022

United Kingdom

Truss to face many tough battles as she prepares for No. 10

Liz Truss faces uphill challenge amid cost of living and energy crises, and rumours that Boris Johnson could be considering a political comeback

05/09/2022

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Roberto Bolle holds open air dance lesson on Milan's Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo in Milan hosted Sunday morning one of the most awaited events of “OnDance”, the dance festival conceived by Roberto Bolle.

05/09/2022

Economy

Euro sinks to twenty-year low against US dollar

The euro fell below $0.99 as gas supply issues spark fears of a recession in the European Union

05/09/2022

Ukraine

Grapes of wrath: Ukraine's winegrower 'closest to the frontline'

Pavlo Magalias has made two equal piles; on the left are remnants of ancient storage jars unearthed in recent years at his vineyard in southern Ukraine; to the right, cluster bombs, dropped since the war broke out.

05/09/2022

Economy

Truss won't save UK from recession by cutting taxes, says expert

Taking over from Boris Johnson, Liz Truss must face the cost-of-living crisis, the energy crisis, and Brexit hurdles

05/09/2022

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Victims of '72 Olympic attack remembered in Munich

A commemoration ceremony was held at the Olympic Park in Munich on Monday morning to mark the 50th anniversary of the attack by Palestinian militants on the 1972 Munich Olympics in which 11 Israeli athletes were killed.

05/09/2022

Culture news

Budapest Central Fashion Week highlights Ukrainian design industry

Budapest Central European Fashion Week supported the Ukrainian Fashion Week Initiative “Support Ukrainian Fashion”.

05/09/2022

Home

Soaring energy bills: Does it help to run appliances at night?

"Time of use" tariffs are specific pricing plans for energy use, aimed at encouraging consumers to use electricity at times when it is cheaper.

05/09/2022

Slovakia

Slovakia on alert after escaped tiger from Ukraine seen in park

The young tiger escaped from a private breeder in the Ukrainian town of Strychava.

05/09/2022

Belarus

Belarus jails five people for alleged attempted coup

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko had claimed that he had foiled a coup in April last year.

05/09/2022

Slovakia

Slovakian government loses majority after junior party quits coalition

The dispute centres on populist Finance Minister Igor Matovič and an anti-inflation bill he has proposed.

05/09/2022

Europe News

'It took so long': Leaders criticise late EU action on energy crisis

Market intervention "should have been done earlier, and it's a shame that it took so long," said Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo.

05/09/2022

Nature

Meet the two-headed tortoise with multiple personalities

Janus, the world’s oldest two-headed tortoise has two different personalities: one head is partial to endives and the other to carrots.

05/09/2022

Scenes

Meet the blind director making films in Nigeria

In partnership with Media City

"There is something in me that wants a job to be done properly. I want to lead these people, and I feel I can lead them to victory."

05/09/2022

Travel News

This is how much you could save on energy by spending winter abroad

With the cost of living crisis predicted to last well into 2023, some holiday makers are planning extended stays in warm countries.

05/09/2022

Culture news

What happened to Brendan Fraser and how is he making a comeback?

Almost 10 years ago the Mummy trilogy star Brendan Fraser disappeared from Hollywood's spotlight completely. Now he is returning to the big screen and could get his hands on an Oscar? But what is the story behind his comeback?

05/09/2022

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Five developments to know about today

Ukraine war: Kherson referendum suspended, IAEA to stay at nuclear plant, Europe low on weapons

05/09/2022

Culture news

Streaming site is reportedly a victim of "review-bombing"

A day after registering a record audience for its mega-expensive fantasy drama, Amazon Prime has been forced to halt viewers reviews of its Tolkien inspired series

05/09/2022

Spotlight

Hong Kong Expands Art and Culture Venues

In partnership with Hong Kong

Hong Kong is increasing the number of its arts venues in an effort to enrich the quality of life. The new M+ museum of visual culture, is the centrepiece of the new West Kowloon Cultural District, and The Honk Kong Palace and Oi! project are all examples of Hong Kong new's cultural vision.

05/09/2022

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Latest news bulletin | September 5th – Evening

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

05/09/2022

Destinations

Which European cities are cheapest for an autumn break?

This marks the first time in 15 years that western European city breaks have beaten eastern cities in the Post Office's annual report.

05/09/2022

Israel

Israeli army admits 'high possibility’ that soldier killed journalist

An Israeli investigation into the killing of the Al Jazeera journalist concluded that she was not deliberately targeted and shot accidentally.

05/09/2022

Russia

'A triumph of justice': Novaya Gazeta loses publishing licence

Its editor is Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dmitry Muratov.

05/09/2022

Afghanistan

Suicide bombing at Russian embassy in Kabul kills at least six

It's the first attack on a foreign mission in Afghanistan since the Taliban took control

05/09/2022

Afghanistan

Euroviews. Afghanistan’s drug trade fuels extremism. Europe must act | View

"As Afghanistan’s illicit drug trade flows globally, the international community needs to get serious about this threat not only as a matter of public health but also as counter-terrorism financing."

05/09/2022

World

Algeria Boosts Economy with Start-Up Business Culture

In partnership with anep

In an effort to to boost its economy, Algeria is creating a culture of start-up business enterprise. Evermore entrepreneurs are seizing this opportunity and starting businesses. And a Ministry of Start-ups has been established in the country.

05/09/2022