2022-09-19

Russia

Prisoners refuse to join Russian mercenary group, US official claims

US official claims that Russia's mercenary Wagner Group has not been entirely successful in its efforts to recruit 1,500 felons

19/09/2022

Mexico

Powerful earthquake strikes Mexico on anniversary of two tremors

At least one person was killed in the quake, the Mexican President has confirmed

19/09/2022

Design

Celebrating 150 years of Wallace Fountains across Paris

The award is part of a month-long celebration commemorating Sir Richard Wallace—an English philanthropist—and his mission to bring clean drinking water to 19th century Paris and beyond.

19/09/2022

World News

Baltic nations enact EU visa ban for Russian tourists amid Ukraine war

Poland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania will now block Russian tourists with EU visas from visiting their country.

19/09/2022

Culture news

Why did King Charles III pick the name 'Charles'?

Every monarch has their name, and every name has a history. The first two King Charles's to sit on the throne set quite a precedent.

19/09/2022

Iran

Iran rebuffs US officials' comments on young woman's death

Iranians across the country have been protesting the death of a 22-year-old woman at the hands of the 'morality police', who claim no wrongdoing

19/09/2022

United Kingdom

In pictures: The story of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

The key images from a momentous day in British history.

19/09/2022

United Kingdom

Queen's funeral: Five moments that history will remember

From the pageantry and history of a grand royal event to the touching moment the Queen's corgis watched her coffin passing by.

19/09/2022

Uganda

Uganda condemns EU resolution slamming oil pipeline

Uganda slammed a resolution by the European Union’s Parliament calling for a halt to extractive activities in protected ecosystems in an oil pipeline project.

19/09/2022

Climate Now

Hottest ever August sees Rhine drop to its lowest level since 2018

In partnership with Copernicus

The Rhine has slumped to its lowest point since 2018, forcing shipping companies to adapt. Is this an anomaly or the new norm?

19/09/2022

World

‘We need legally binding rules to protect media better,’ says Jourová

Euronews journalist Sandor Zsiros speaks to Věra Jourová, the European Commission's Vice-President for Values and Transparency, to find out more about the new Media Freedom Act.

19/09/2022

Scenes

Meet the young K-pop artist seeking fame in South Korea

In partnership with Media City

"K-pop is unique. It is different from pop music in other countries as it has Korean culture. I love it. It makes me feel really excited inside."

19/09/2022

Spotlight

Hong Kong's Science Park: the power of collaboration

In partnership with Hong Kong

The fight against Alzheimer's disease is just one of many innovative projects of the Hong Kong’s Science and Technology Parks research clusters known as InnoHK. Combining innovation and entrepreneurial spirit with the collaboration of the world's scientific community.

19/09/2022

Mobility

Is this electric passenger plane the future of fossil-free flying?

A Swedish company is building this prototype to fly 200 kilometres on battery power alone, but its range could be doubled thanks to a hybrid turbo generator.

19/09/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | September 19th – Evening

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

19/09/2022

Sweden

Sweden's right-wing parties get green light to start coalition talks

Leader of the country's third biggest party, Ulf Kristersson, now has to figure out how to negotiate with the far-right anti-immigrant Sweden Democrats.

19/09/2022

Health news

Scientists design face mask that could detect COVID and other viruses

Its developers say the smart mask would be especially useful in enclosed spaces like elevators.

19/09/2022

My Europe Series

George VI to Elizabeth II: Memories of how royal funerals have changed

Two funeral processions with 70 years of history in between. Mourners learned about the death of Britain's King George VI from local papers while his daughter Queen Elizabeth II's funeral is broadcast live on television and social media.

19/09/2022

World

Algerian pharmaceutical boom paves way to health security

In partnership with anep

Algeria has become one of Africa's leading pharmaceutical producers. More than 2.5 billion euros worth of medicines were produced last year. Some 200 production units cover nearly 70% of the country's generic needs. Which is helping to provide health security in the country and region.

19/09/2022

Europe Decoded

Analysis: What's the climate in Italy ahead of the election?

The election campaign communication has mainly been on social media with political leaders seen more frequently online than on public squares.

19/09/2022

Turkey

Thousands march in anti-LGBT demonstration in Istanbul

An advert for the anti-LGBT march was also shown on television after gaining the approval of the country’s broadcasting council, which deemed it a "public interest".

19/09/2022

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Five key developments to know about today

Here's our latest round-up of what's happening in Ukraine.

19/09/2022

Spain

Hundreds of migrants rescued from smugglers' boats in Mediterranean

Open Arms Uno said it had rescued 372 people in total.

19/09/2022

Switzerland

Swiss woman convicted of terrorism after Lugano stabbing in 2020

The 29-year-old had tried to slit the throats of two women in a department store.

19/09/2022

Economy

Brussels unveils emergency powers to keep goods moving during crises

The new system could ban member states from restricting the trade of critical goods and services when they are most needed.

19/09/2022

Money

UK financial watchdog warns users against crypto exchange FTX

"This firm is not authorised by us and is targeting people in the UK," the Financial Conduct Authority said in a statement.

19/09/2022

Europe News

Hungary appears confident it can prevent €7.5 billion cut in EU funds

Hungary has committed to implementing 17 measures to strengthen oversight into how EU funds are spent in the country before mid-November.

19/09/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | September 19th – Midday

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

19/09/2022

Money

Is crypto’s Do Kwon on the run from authorities?

The wanted Terra developer is reportedly trying to evade South Korean authorities, but he denies being on the run.

19/09/2022

Italy

Italy set to receive largest share of EU post-covid resources

Over 230 million euros have been invested in restoring social housing units across Southern Italy, but its infrastructure is key to economic growth. Despite massive EU funding experts fear that it won't help the region close the gap on the North.

19/09/2022