2022-10-08

World News

Russia appoints new military commander after Ukraine setbacks

The Kremlin appointed General Sergey Surovikin as the overall leader of Russian troops in Ukraine on Saturday, after weeks of battlefield losses.

08/10/2022

Sport

Golds for Brazil and Mongolia in Judo World Championships

There was triumph and tribulation on day three of the World Judo Championships in Tashkent.

08/10/2022

Cyprus

MED 5 calls for more EU support fearing migration spike

Ministers from Cyprus, Greece, Malta and Spain urged the EU to provide more support over fears that the Ukraine war could cause migration to spike.

08/10/2022

Ukraine

Recaptured Ukrainian city Lyman 'completely destroyed', say officials

Ukrainian officials have begun sifting through the wreckage of the devastated city of Lyman in eastern Ukraine.

08/10/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | October 8th – Evening

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

08/10/2022

Italy

Vincent Van Gogh exhibit celebrates life of Dutch artist

Vincent Van Gogh’s famous self-portrait is on display outside of the Netherlands for the first time since it was restored two years ago.

08/10/2022

Germany

'Sabotage' disrupts train travel in northern Germany

Trains in northern Germany were interrupted for nearly 3 hours on Saturday morning, while strikes in the UK have halted 80% of services.

08/10/2022

Mobility

Usain nuts and bolts: A running robot just won a Guinness World Record

Cassie uses machine learning to imitate human behaviour, managing to sprint 100 m without falling over in just over 24 seconds.

08/10/2022

Iran

'We are no longer afraid': More protests sweep through Iran

Protests and strikes were reported across Iran on Saturday as demonstrations sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini enter their fourth week.

08/10/2022

Mobility

Are hydrogen-powered cars a better option than electric vehicles?

While Europe is squarely focused on electric cars, Asia is betting big on hydrogen to power our cars in the future. Which approach is better?

08/10/2022

Ireland

Explosion at Irish petrol station kills ten - including child

A child and two teenagers are among the dead after a huge explosion at a petrol station in northwest Ireland.

08/10/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | October 8th – Midday

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

08/10/2022

Ukraine

People in retaken Ukrainian areas 'unable' to meet 'basic needs': UN

Many people living in areas of Ukraine recaptured from Russian forces cannot meet their "most basic needs" and require aid, says the UN.

08/10/2022

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No Comment videos of the week

Women show solidarity with anti-government protesters in Iran, Aussie champion dives from a helicopter into Sydney Bay, and the first Native American woman in space. No agenda, no slant. Get the picture without the commentary.

08/10/2022

World News

Good News | Breakthrough for Alzheimer's and an all-electric plane

Recent weeks have brought great successes, including a historic breakthrough for Alzheimer's after decades of research, an all-electric plane for passengers took a maiden voyage, and more.

08/10/2022

My Europe Series

Five reasons why Ukraine won't join NATO any time soon

Zelenskyy is expected to deliver one clear message to the NATO summit in Vilnius: Let Ukraine join the US-led military alliance.

08/10/2022

Culture news

Five years after #MeToo: What has changed in Europe?

It's been five years since millions of women around the world made their voices heard in the wake of a US social media campaign against sexist abuse. Euronews Culture considers the impact of the movement across the continent.

08/10/2022

Ukraine

Russia tightens security on Crimea bridge after huge blast

The crossing was built after Russia seized and annexed Crimea from Ukraine in violation of international law in 2014.

08/10/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | October 8th – Morning

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

08/10/2022

Experiences

How to travel around Italy entirely by train - and on a budget

The impressive rail infrastructure has made cleaner travel possible at pocket-friendly prices, and it’s fair to say it’s changed the travel map.

08/10/2022

Nature

Chile’s rare ‘flowering desert’ is now a protected national park

The Atacama Desert is the driest desert on earth, however a rare blossoming of flowers here has encouraged Chile to create its 44th national park.

08/10/2022