2022-12-08

Business Planet

EU single market prepares to celebrate its 30th birthday

In partnership with The European Commission

An economic milestone, the single market changed lives for businesses and for people right across the continent and is continuing to do so today.

08/12/2022

Europe News

EU defence stockpiles 'almost empty', Borrell warns

Josep Borrell said that Europe had under-invested in defence for years.

08/12/2022

Greece

Greece calls for calm amid protests against Roma police shooting

A 16-year-old Roma boy is in critical condition after being shot in the head by police near Thessaloniki.

08/12/2022

Democratic Republic Of Congo

France condemns DR Congo massacre that left at least 131 dead

Local residents have said that M23 rebels forced them to dig mass graves to bury the victims.

08/12/2022

Travel News

From next year you will be able to use euros in this European country

With Croatia set to adopt the euro next year, just a handful of EU countries now still use their own currencies

08/12/2022

Iran

France and Germany condemn Iran's first execution of protester

"The Iranian regime's inhumanity knows no bounds," German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said.

08/12/2022

Europe News

VIDEO: The EU is trying to reform itself. What do its citizens want?

Euronews spoke with citizens who took part in the Conference on the Future of Europe, which resulted in 49 policy proposals.

08/12/2022

Europe News

Croatia allowed in but Romania and Bulgaria still left out of Schengen

Austria argues a new influx of asylum-seekers through the Western Balkan route is reason enough to postpone Schengen enlargement.

08/12/2022

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Which European companies are championing diversity?

Partner content presented by Jobbio

Diversity at work has become a priority for employees in Europe. So which companies are stepping up?

08/12/2022

Russia

US basketball star Brittney Griner released in Russian prisoner swap

The two-time Olympic gold medalist had been held in a Russian jail on drugs charges.

08/12/2022

Tech News

Google must remove inaccurate info about people if they ask, ECJ says

In a win for the “right to be forgotten,” the EU’s top court said Google must remove search results that users can prove is wrong.

08/12/2022

Earth News

EU raises airline carbon emissions fees - but activists aren’t happy

The EU has struck a deal to make airlines pay more for pollution, but it will only apply to flights within the EU.

08/12/2022

Culture news

What to expect from the upcoming 'Avatar: The Way of Water'

'Avatar: The Way of Water' is finally here. The highly-anticipated sequel, which will take audiences back to the world of Pandora, made its global premiere in London. But how are people reacting to it so far?

08/12/2022

Culture news

What were the most Googled terms in 2022?

Above wars and famous slaps, the top most Googled term kept people guessing all year.

08/12/2022

Sport

Spain coach Luis Enrique leaves role after shock World Cup exit

Luis Enrique steps down after four years in the post, culminating in the last 16 penalty shootout loss to Morocco. He will be succeeded by Spain's under-21 manager Luis de la Fuente.

08/12/2022

Nature

Why the plan to protect 30% of the Earth by 2030 is fatally flawed

Experts say community-based conservation models would better protect nature and the people who risk their lives to defend it.

08/12/2022

World News

Peru appoints first female leader after President Castillo impeached

Former president Pedro Castillo was impeached by Congress on Tuesday and later arrested on suspicion of rebellion.

08/12/2022

Culture news

Lyon's "festival of lights" returns with message of inclusion

The French city lights up for four days. As night falls, historic monuments, public buildings, squares or parks serve as a canvas for illuminated works of art - part of the Festival of Lights.

08/12/2022

Germany

Germany braced for 'second wave of arrests' in far-right 'coup plot'

German police said they are looking at dozens more people who they think might be connected to the plan to overthrow the Berlin government of Chancellor Scholz.

08/12/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | December 8th – Midday

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

08/12/2022

Portugal

Woman dies after heavy rain causes flooding in Lisbon

The 55-year-old was killed after being trapped by water in her basement.

08/12/2022

Health news

This ultrasound robot can help detect rheumatoid arthritis earlier

A new ultrasound robot could help hospitals scan patients for rheumatoid arthritis more efficiently and at an earlier stage.

08/12/2022

Ocean

Explainer: Are we witnessing the last generation of artisanal fishers?

Small-scale fisheries provide food and employment to millions of people all over the world. But today the profession is at risk. Climate change, pollution and overfishing have caused catches to decrease. And as fishers leave the profession, entire communities are affected.

08/12/2022

Finland

Finland grows more and more open to nuclear energy

Up to 70% of Finns say they are in favour of nuclear energy. That's above the EU average and a huge increase compared to 30 years ago. We've travelled to the country to try to understand the reasons behind this

08/12/2022

Culture news

Milan’s La Scala opera house shows Russian piece despite criticism

It’s known across the world as one of the finest opera houses. However, Italy’s La Scala theatre is faced with a controversial matter: Can we separate Russian culture from the decisions of the Russian government?

08/12/2022

Germany

Germany raids: Extreme right group had plan for coup d'état

Extreme right group raids in Germany had plans for coup d'état, says Haldenwang

08/12/2022

World News

US slams 'loose talk' on nuclear weapons after Putin comments

The United States denounces "loose talk" on nuclear weapons after Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow would only use an atomic weapon in response to an enemy strike.

08/12/2022

My Europe Series

How Germany's role in Europe has changed after one year of Scholz

"(Scholz) doesn’t like taking risks. He’s not really taking the lead on Ukraine; neither in domestic politics nor on the European level," one expert said.

08/12/2022

Tech News

I tried Mastodon for a week. Here’s why I’m not buying into the hype

As the dust settles on Elon Musk’s takeover, Twitter alternatives are cropping up thick and fast. Euronews Next tried one that’s getting attention.

08/12/2022

Ocean Calls

Is there still time to restore our oceans? We asked marine experts

In partnership with The European Commission

Ocean ecosystems are dying because of pollution, overfishing, and the effects of climate change.

08/12/2022