2022-12-22

World

Euronews: 2022 Review of the year in sport

Euronews takes a look back at just a few of the main sporting events of 2022 including the Beijing Olympics, the Women’s European Championship, and the tennis superstars

22/12/2022

Food and Drink

The inventor of the Chicken Tikka Masala has died

Ali Ahmed Aslam has died, aged 77 in Glasgow, where he came up with the iconic dish.

22/12/2022

Earth News

EU approves €28 billion German renewable energy scheme

Some say the multi-billion euro scheme could distort competition in the European Union's single market.

22/12/2022

Spain

Migrant rights petition handed to Spanish parliament

A petition with over 700,000 signatures has been handed to the Spanish parliament calling on it to enable migrants already in the country to work and receive healthcare.

22/12/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | December 22nd – Midday

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

22/12/2022

Greece

Christmas shoppers get a festive boost from Greek government

To help Greek consumers cope with the increased burdens of the festive season, the Ministry of Development - in cooperation with toy stores - has introduced the so-called "Santa Claus basket” consisting of some toys sold at a discount.

22/12/2022

Europe News

EU countries don't have to pay compensation for polluted air, says ECJ

According to the European Environment Agency, air pollution causes more than 300,000 premature deaths a year in the EU.

22/12/2022

Lithuania

Lost legs and dashed dreams: Europe's forgotten migrant crisis worsens

At least three migrants have had their legs amputated in recent months after trying to cross the Lithuanian-Belarus border.

22/12/2022

China

'Tragic battle': Half of Shanghai will get COVID, warns hospital

China's official death count since the pandemic began three years ago stands at 5,241 as critics claim its definition of COVID-related death is too narrow.

22/12/2022

Money

FTX latest: Bankman-Fried extradited to US and two others plead guilty

FTX crypto exchange founder Sam Bankman-Fried is being extradited from the Bahamas by US law enforcement.

22/12/2022

Israel

Netanyahu set to form government in Israel

Benjamin Netanyahu has informed Israel's president he is ready to form a government in what would be the country's most right wing coalition to date.

22/12/2022

USA

Zelenskyy thanks 'every American' in a rousing Congress speech

The Ukrainian president's first known trip outside his country since Russia invaded in February was aimed at reinvigorating support for his country at a time when there is concern that allies are growing weary of the costly war.

22/12/2022

Culture news

Top book tips this Christmas

Haven't bought all your Christmas gifts? We've got you covered...

22/12/2022

USA

Zelenskyy gives historic speech to US Congress

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy offered thanks to Presdient Biden and gave Congress a report from the front lines during an historic visit to Washington.

22/12/2022

Earth News

Hotel miniature toiletries could be banned under new EU law

In Europe, each person generates almost 180 kg of packaging waste on average every year.

22/12/2022

Destinations

The best things to do in Lapland if you don’t celebrate Christmas

From glamping beneath the northern lights to meeting the original settlers, here’s our ultimate guide to Lapland.

22/12/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | December 22nd – Morning

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

22/12/2022

Culture news

Culture Re-View: A look back at this day in history

Culture Re-View: Why is 22/12/12 the most important fictional date in pop culture? Plus, Samuel Beckett dies and Brandenburg Gate re-opens

22/12/2022

Culture news

Euroviews. Best of Culture 2022: Day 22 - Highs & Lows of the Year

Our Cultural Advent Calendar enters its final stretch with our Highs & Lows of 2022. Today: The infamous slap which bruised Will Smith's reputation in Hollywood

22/12/2022

Culture news

Best of Culture 2022: Best Films of the Year Roundup

In case you missed our daily reviews in our End of Year Advent Calendar, here's a handy roundup of the Best Films of the Year

22/12/2022