2022-10-31

Brazil

Bolsonaro silence brings tension to post-election Brazil

Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva's supporters are celebrating his narrow election victory in Brazil but there is tension in the air over Jair Bolsonaro's silence

31/10/2022

Ukraine

Russia recruiting US-trained Afghan commandos to fight in Ukraine

Russia is offering Afghan special forces, who fought alongside US troops, €1,500-a-month payments and promises of safe havens for their families.

31/10/2022

Brazil

Euroviews. From prison to president: The political resurrection of Lula da Silva

Adored by half, despised by the other half. How did Lula manage to get elected for an unprecedented third time in Brazil?

31/10/2022

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Brazil bitterly divided after narrow election win for Lula

There has been jubilation and disbelief in Brazil over Luis Ignacio Lula da Silva's narrow election victory against Bolsonaro who so far has not acknowledged defeat

31/10/2022

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Israeli army demolishes Palestinian houses in occupied West Bank

Israeli forces bulldoze a residential building in the Palestinian city of Hebron. According to Israeli officials, residents risk having their homes destroyed if they lack the necessary construction permits.

31/10/2022

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US: Divers carve Halloween pumpkins underwater in Florida

An offbeat Halloween tradition took place in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary this past weekend on the US' southwestern coast. Scuba divers submerged 25 feet beneath the surface to carve jack-o’-lanterns during the annual Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest.

31/10/2022

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Baghdad tanker blast accident kills at least 9 people

A reported gas tanker explosion in Iraq's capital Baghdad killed at least nine people and injured around 13 others.

31/10/2022

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Watch: Salem in Massachusetts gears up for Halloween

Thousands of tourists and revellers have descended on the normally quiet city of Salem, on the US’s north-eastern seaboard, for the area’s Halloween celebrations. Salem is known for the Salem Witch Trials, the Hocus Pocus films, and all things witch and vampire.

31/10/2022

Crossing Cultures

Colourful clothmaking in Scotland and China

A co-production with CGTN

In Scotland, local plants and lichens inspire the makers of Harris tweed. In south-western China, Bai people use woad root to tie-dye their clothes.

31/10/2022

Meet The Locals

Mauritius: From honeymoon to forever home

In partnership with Economic Development Board Mauritius

From honeymoon to forever home: How Mauritius made this couple's dreams come true

31/10/2022

Mobility

In pictures: The Earth and Moon captured by NASA’s Lucy spacecraft

The spacecraft is on a 12-year journey to capture the diversity and mystery of asteroids.

31/10/2022

Cult

A Living Culture: Culture Summit Abu Dhabi 2022

In this next episode of Cult, we head over to the United Arab Emirates’ capital and the latest edition of Culture Summit Abu Dhabi. After 2 years online, the international event is back in person, gathering cultural thought leaders from around the world to debate this year’s theme - A Living Culture

31/10/2022

World

The challenges and successes of Algeria's water supply industry

In partnership with anep

The challenges and successes of Algeria's water supply industry

31/10/2022

Experiences

Hate cold water but want to wild swim? Here’s what you’ll need

Whether swimming close to home or on a winter sun holiday, get prepared for an endorphin rush by investing in some good kit.

31/10/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | October 31st – Evening

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

31/10/2022

Switzerland

Drunk police officer injures colleague by firing gun in Geneva

An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

31/10/2022

Experiences

Visit the ‘haunted’ Mexican island with 4,000 mutilated dolls 

Enter the Island of the Dolls - if you dare. But whatever you do, don’t take one away with you.

31/10/2022

Scenes

Meet the young Ugandan dance group taking the world by storm

In partnership with Media City

"When you dance, you forget that you didn't eat. When you dance, you forget that you have lost someone. You forget everything. You focus on dance."

31/10/2022

Norway

Norway raises military alert level after suspicious drone sightings

Norway heightened its military alert level on Monday, saying the country was facing the "most serious" security situation in decades.

31/10/2022

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Watch: Coldplay joined by Iranian actress live in Buenos Aires

Coldplay were joined live on stage by Iranian actress, Golshifteh Farahani, at a huge concert in Buenos Aires. Together they performed an Iranian song called "Baraye."

31/10/2022

Brazil

EU-Brazil relations set to change following Lula victory, says expert

The EU-Mercosur trade deal is still to be ratified by member states, after being put on hold since 2019.

31/10/2022

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Six key developments to know today

These are the latest updates from the war in Ukraine.

31/10/2022

Work

Why are young professionals becoming disillusioned with tech roles?

More young professionals are leaving their careers in tech. New research reveals why.

31/10/2022

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Watch: The moment a bridge collapses in India, killing at least 134

Police in western India have arrested nine people on Monday as they investigated the collapse of a newly repaired 143-year-old suspension bridge in one of the country’s worst accidents in years, officials said

31/10/2022

Soul Of The South

Going to Nashville? Here’s everything you need to see.

In partnership with GoUSA TV

If you’re looking to broaden your mind and fill your soul ‘Music City’ has plenty to offer.

31/10/2022

Europe News

EU asks for similar access to US market as Canada and Mexico

For Dombrovskis, some of the subsidies included in Washington's Inflation Reduction Act appear to "discriminate" against EU businesses.

31/10/2022

Travel News

Crete: Woman killed after 'huge rock' crushes holiday rooms

The rock destroyed two rooms, killing a woman and injuring her son. The victim's 51-year-old husband was in a different room and was unhurt.

31/10/2022

Health news

Our Future Health: UK launches its largest ever healthcare study

The “Our Future Health” scheme aims to study medical samples and data from 5 million people to help detect and treat diseases in their early stages.

31/10/2022

Climate

Brazil: Lula promises ‘zero deforestation’ following election victory

World leaders have congratulated Lula on his victory and welcomed the opportunity to work with Brazil on climate issues.

31/10/2022

Culture news

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer dies aged 63

The world of music has been paying tribute to D.H Peligro who has died of a head injury after a suspected accidental fall.

31/10/2022