2022-09-12

USA

Echoing JFK's moonshot, Biden vows to 'end cancer as we know it'

US President Joe Biden is pushing for the goal he set in February of cutting domestic cancer fatalities by 50% over the next 25 years.

12/09/2022

Ukraine

IAEA chief pushes for Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant 'safety zone' deal

The head of the UN nuclear watchdog Rafael Grossi has started consultations with Ukraine and Russia for his idea of a “nuclear safety and security protection zone” around the Zaporizhzhia power plant.

12/09/2022

Europe News

Belgium kicks off largest-ever trial for 2016 Brussels terror attacks

Up to 960 civil plaintiffs will be represented in the landmark trial, expected to last a total of eight months.

12/09/2022

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In Toulouse, a rugby tournament... on and in the water

To score a try on a floating platform serving as a rugby pitch, you must dive into the waters of the Garonne River ...

12/09/2022

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Ukraine military clean up abandoned Russian positions

Ukrainian soldiers clear up tanks and artillery from recently-vacated Russian positions.

12/09/2022

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Queen's coffin arrives at St. Giles' Cathedral

The procession carrying the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II on Monday arrived at Edinburgh's St. Giles' Cathedral.

12/09/2022

Scenes

The Italian fashion designer changing perceptions toward people with disabilities

In partnership with Media City

"For me, inclusivity means being yourself and accepting what's different because being different is beautiful."

12/09/2022

Europe News

EU countries must avoid 'backtracking' on climate goals, UN says

The United Nations' acting human rights chief urged European Union member states not to backtrack on their climate goals in the face of an energy crisis.

12/09/2022

Europe News

Former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis faces fraud trial

"I don't feel guilty," Babis said in his opening statement. "I'm innocent."

12/09/2022

Destinations

Oktoberfest is back: Here’s what’s changed for 2023

After a forced two-year hiatus, Oktoberfest is returning to Munich this weekend with a new tent and extended opening hours.

12/09/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | September 12th – Evening

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

12/09/2022

Sweden

The rise of Jimmie Åkesson, the leader of Sweden Democrats

The populist anti-immigration party has surged to become Sweden's second-largest political force after a national election dominated by fears of gang violence. Here is how its leader rose to power.

12/09/2022

Health news

This blood test can spot cancer before you show any symptoms

The Galleri blood test can detect cancers that don’t currently have routine screening methods.

12/09/2022

Culture news

What's going to happen to the Queen's corgis now?

The Queen's iconic pets are now bereft of an owner but who will pick up where her majesty left off?

12/09/2022

Art

The artists the Queen liked, and the one she didn't

Over her lifetime, Queen Elizabeth II witnessed potentially the greatest shift in artistic tastes to happen across a century.

12/09/2022

Health news

Award-winning new device could help women self-check for breast cancer

The device monitors abnormalities in breast tissue via sound waves and allows women to track any changes on an app.

12/09/2022

Europe Decoded

State of the Union: What's the story behind the EU's keynote speech?

Delivered by the president of the European Commission, the EU's State of the Union speech marks the official start of the new legislative year.

12/09/2022

Smart Regions

The project harnessing the power of sport to change children's lives

In partnership with the European Commission

Risk-Free is a sporting initiative aimed at socially disadvantaged children. In Latvia and Lithuania an EU project hopes to improve children's mental and physical well-being by providing access to sport.

12/09/2022

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Catalan separatists hold rally as movement frays

Hundreds of Thousands of Catalan separatists held a rally in Barcelona.

12/09/2022

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Owners and dog run first canine marathon in Mexico City

Owners and their dogs run Mexico City's first 2.5-kilometre canine marathon.

12/09/2022

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Thousands protest planned Pride event in Belgrade

Thousands of opponents of a pan-European LGBTQ event planned for this week in Belgrade marched through the Serbian capital.

12/09/2022

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King addresses Westminster condolence meeting

King Charles III pledged Monday to follow his late mother’s example of “selfless duty”.

12/09/2022

Earth News

No private jets or plastic flowers: The eco rules around Queen’s death

Mourners have been asked to stop leaving Paddington Bears at Buckingham Palace, as plans for the floral tributes are unveiled.

12/09/2022

Health news

Scientists uncover how air pollution triggers lung cancer

Scientists have managed to link air pollution to lung cancer, helping to explain why so many non-smokers develop the disease.

12/09/2022

United Kingdom

Thousands line up overnight to pay respects to Queen in Edinburgh

The coffin has been laying in state at St. Giles' Cathedral in the Scottish capital, before it is taken to London later on Tuesday.

12/09/2022

Nature

Donkey penises seized in Nigeria smuggling operation

Nigeria is trying to curb the export of donkey parts, which has drastically diminished the country's population of the work animals.

12/09/2022

France

France keen to increase production after mustard supply shortages

Producers are now being offered €2.000 per tonne of mustard seeds, against €900 last year.

12/09/2022

Earth News

This German farmer is taking Volkswagen to court over climate change

VW says it has made a massive effort to shift car production to electric vehicles in the coming years.

12/09/2022

Italy

Italians divided as soaring energy bills spark pasta debate

Critics probably think it's a pre-pasta-rous idea.

12/09/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | September 12th – Midday

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

12/09/2022