2022-12-07

World News

Bird flu cases soar across Europe as governments pledge further action

The Czech Republic has started culling more than 15,000 ducks from a farm in the country's south due to an outbreak of bird flu, local media reported on Monday.

07/12/2022

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Prototypes for Humanity: 100 ideas to change the world

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In Dubai, we hear from some of the brightest young academic minds across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Oceania as the event showcases 100 original, impactful, and innovative ideas created by students and recent graduates from around the world.

07/12/2022

Health news

Another reason to wear a mask? A warm nose fights off germs better

Scientists have found our noses’ immune response is “numbed” by frigid temperatures. The research could help us better fight colds and other viruses.

07/12/2022

Culture news

Volodymyr Zelenskyy named 'Time Magazine's Person of the Year 2022'

The president and the 'spirit of Ukraine' gained the yearly award in light of the Russian invasion.

07/12/2022

Spain

Dozens try to flee after woman 'fakes labour' to get plane to land

Fourteen passengers are still on the run.

07/12/2022

Europe News

Europe must 'stand against' Iranian protest crackdown, activist says

"If we can create gaps in the main core of the central power of the regime, this will be a great victory to continue the protests," Iranian journalist and activist Taghi Rahmani told Euronews.

07/12/2022

Canada

Why is the COP15 important for biodiversity?

One month after the COP27 Climate Change summit in Egypt, COP15 on Biodiversity kicks off in Canada. The objective of the 196 countries taking part, is to halt the decline of life.

07/12/2022

Living

Which country has the most sustainable shoppers in Europe?

From recycling to buying second hand, European shoppers are increasingly eco-friendly. But how sustainable are your country’s shopping habits?

07/12/2022

Culture news

Nobel Prize winner Annie Ernaux says men need to change now

Speaking ahead of the prize giving ceremony, Ernaux was unequivocal in her criticisms.

07/12/2022

Green News

Raising the EU’s ‘outdated’ renewables target by 5% would save €200bn

Energy ministers are voting next week on whether to raise targets from 40 to 45 per cent by 2050, a move which experts say would have a huge impact.

07/12/2022

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3 Golden rules for scaling businesses

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In an interview with Euronews, Aadeel Akhtar, CEO and founder at Psyonic, a company manufacturing the world’s first touch-sensing bionic hand, shares his top tips for scaling up

07/12/2022

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Beyond rivalry, shared passion brings football fans together in Dubai

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Beyond the big tournaments, football is pursued all year round in Dubai at supporters’ clubs, live events and football academies established by professional players

07/12/2022

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Food for thought: how AI is reducing waste in restaurants

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Food waste management company Winnow estimates that its AI-powered tools have already saved 61,000 tons of Co2, equivalent to 36,512,500 meals, worth €42 million

07/12/2022

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Watch: Oil spill pollutes Venezuela's coastline

Local authorities in the Venezuelan state of Anzoategui have announced the closure of several beaches as a result of an oil spill that covers several kilometers of coastline.

07/12/2022

Experiences

Italy’s most luxurious train is now open for bookings

Pre-reservations are now open for Italy’s luxurious new Orient Express, launching in 2024.

07/12/2022

Culture news

Meet the next James Bond... Probably

We may now know the identity of Daniel Craig's replacement as the seventh James Bond...

07/12/2022

Hungary

Hungary scraps cap on fuel prices amid shortages and long queues

The government has blamed European Union sanctions on Russia for the end of the measure.

07/12/2022

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Latest news bulletin | December 7th – Midday

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

07/12/2022

Argentina

Argentine Vice President Cristina Fernández found guilty of fraud

Vice president Kirchner, who was also president between 2007-2015, is unlikely to serve jail time. She has some immunity via her government roles and is expected to launch a lengthy appeals process.

07/12/2022

Green News

UN chief meets young activists ahead of COP15 talks

Nearly 200 countries will try to hammer out a new global framework to protect 30 per cent of Earth's land and oceans by 2030.

07/12/2022

Spain

More than 150 'lightly hurt' as two trains collide near Barcelona

Emergency services treated more than 150 people but none with serious injuries, authorities said, after two trains collided in Montcada i Reixac, north of Barcelona.

07/12/2022

Morocco

From Tangiers to Paris: Moroccan fans take to the streets revelling in World Cup glory

Thousands of Moroccans worldwide spilt onto the streets with joy and jubilation, after their historic victory against Spain on penalties.

07/12/2022

Ukraine

Frost falls on Kyiv as workers race to restore energy grids

As Russia continues targeting energy facilities, the frosty winter weather hits the Ukrainian capital.

07/12/2022

China

China rolls back its ‘Zero-COVID’ policy

For nearly three years, China has launched sporadic, strict lockdowns to keep COVID-19 levels extremely low in the country. However, following public protests in many cities in the last few weeks, this looks to be changing.

07/12/2022

USA

Trump Organization convicted of tax fraud

Donald Trump's company has been convicted of tax fraud for a scheme by top executives to avoid paying personal income taxes on perks such as apartments and luxury cars.

07/12/2022

Europe News

EU takes China to WTO over Lithuania export ban and patent protection

"In both cases, the Chinese measures are highly damaging to European businesses," the European Commission said.

07/12/2022

Culture news

Writer heartbroken over failed book signing receives swell of support

Chelsea Banning spoke out after only two people attended the signing in a bookstore in Ohio.

07/12/2022

Germany

Far-right terror suspects held in Germany over 'armed coup' plot

Officials said 25 people were detained as police carried out nationwide raids over an alleged plot to overthrow the government and install a former member of Germany's royal family as leader.

07/12/2022

Ukraine

War is taking the heaviest toll on the old in Ukraine , says Amnesty

The UN's Human Rights Office says that between February and September, the over-60s accounted for 34% of civilians killed in Ukraine

07/12/2022

Ukraine

Six new developments to know about Russia's war in Ukraine

Here is our summary of the latest news on Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

07/12/2022