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Greek youths mark Holy Saturday with petrol bombs

The Easter holiday ‒ the most important on the Orthodox religious calendar ‒ is typically celebrated with candlelight midnight church services, spring decorations, coloured eggs and a Sunday meal of spit-roasted lamb.

17/04/2023

France

Macron addresses France amid anger over pension reform

French President Emmanuel Macron looked to calm public anger, threatening the ambitions of his remaining four years in power with his first televised address to the nation on Monday since he enacted protest-igniting pension reforms.

17/04/2023

Sudan

What sparked the violent struggle to control Sudan's future?

Tensions have been brewing for weeks between Sudan's two most powerful generals, who just 18 months earlier jointly orchestrated a military coup to derail the nation's transition to democracy.

17/04/2023

Italy

How the death of an Italian jogger has led to a debate about rewilding

The bear had been brought back to the region through a rewilding programme.

17/04/2023

Russia

Could the Russian economy thrive despite Western sanctions?

The European Union is already preparing its 11th package of sanctions against Russia. So will Russia be able to compensate for the ties that have been cut with the West through reinforced ties with other countries?

17/04/2023

USA

SpaceX calls off first launch attempt of giant new rocket

Monday's launch attempt was called off due to a stuck valve in the first-stage booster but there could be another try later this week from South Texas.

17/04/2023

Ukraine

Defending troops still clinging to Bakhmut, Ukraine's military says

Ukraine’s announcement follows Russian claims that assault units from the Wagner group have captured two neighbourhoods in the embattled city.

17/04/2023

Europe News

Authorities ask for lifting of Greek MEP's immunity in harassment case

Alexis Georgoulis, the popular Greek actor who was elected as a member of the European Parliament with SYRIZA, denies the allegation.

17/04/2023

Scenes

Meet the Syrian couple bringing joy to displaced children during Ramadan

In partnership with Media City

“We offer many activities like choir, chess, karate, table tennis, storytelling and children’s face painting. These things make children feel happy,”

17/04/2023

Culture news

Could you tell this award-winning photograph was an AI creation?

Sony World Photography Award 2023: Artist refuses photography award after revealing his picture was AI-generated

17/04/2023

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | April 17th – Evening

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

17/04/2023

Health news

Genetic study sheds light on rare diseases affecting 5,500 children

The findings mean many more families could now get answers faster about their children’s conditions.

17/04/2023

Climate Now

Wind droughts: A threat to the booming North Sea wind power industry?

In partnership with Copernicus

Several EU countries are implementing ambitious plans to turn the North Sea into a green energy powerhouse. But what will happen if global warming causes wind speeds to drop?

17/04/2023

Culture news

What are your Top Five Nicolas Cage films?

Nicolas Cage recently revealed his Top Five best performances on screen. We took it upon ourselves to suggest five alternatives...

17/04/2023

Experiences

Orient Express departs London for good due to Brexit border delays

The company that offers the service says there is no way to avoid delays at the border.

17/04/2023

France

Airbus and Air France acquitted over 2009 Rio-Paris crash

The aviation companies Airbus and Air France have been acquitted over the 2009 Rio-Paris crash which led to the death of all 228 people on board.

17/04/2023

Economy

Explained: Why the EU economy may be heading for a ‘soft landing’

The economic situation in Europe is better than expected, an economist told Euronews.

17/04/2023

Vatican

Emanuela Orlandi: Pope slams claims against John Paul II as baseless

One of the Vatican’s enduring mysteries took another twist Friday, April 14, 2023, with the Vatican pushing back hard against “slanderous” insinuations that St. John Paul II was involved in molesting young girls.

17/04/2023

Culture news

China celebrates Water-sprinkling festival for first time since Covid

Huge crowds gather in China's southwestern province of Yunnan to celebrate the country's annual water sprinkling festival. The event was held for the first time since the outbreak of Covid-19.

17/04/2023

World News

Euroviews. Europe's green future is in the hands of business leaders, too

Consumers' increased expectations of business leaders and brands to behave in a sustainable and circular way are not going to go away. All the research points to the urgency of action, Dr Rodney Collins writes.

17/04/2023

Culture news

Why has the Fox News defamation trial been abruptly delayed?

The Fox News defamation trial has been abruptly delayed. The channel is being sued for knowingly or recklessly broadcasting lies about voting equipment after Trump lost election.

17/04/2023

Nature

UK national park changes name and logo in response to climate crisis

Brecon Beacons National Park has reclaimed its original Welsh name as part of a new sustainability drive. Here's why.

17/04/2023

Norway

Thousands of workers strike in Norway demanding higher pay

Mediation attempts broke down over the weekend, with unions sticking to their 5% pay rise demand and criticising managers' bonuses.

17/04/2023

Design

Everything you need to know about Milan Design Week

Euronews Culture is heading to Milan Design Week - or Salone Internazionale del Mobile di Milano - for its 61st edition, which runs from 18 - 23 April. Here's our guide to some of the most exciting exhibits at the iconic event

17/04/2023

Green News

Air pollution harms health from before birth to old age

Researchers say pollution affects our quality of life and impacts our ability to work, learn and contribute to society.

17/04/2023

Lifestyle

More sex please, we're Spanish! Spain says 'sí' to open relationships

Spain appears to be warming up to the idea of open relationships as almost half of Spaniards say it’s okay to have multiple sexual partners at the same time.

17/04/2023

Tech News

European clean tech companies head to the US thanks to tax breaks

The US blindsided the EU when the Inflation Reduction Act became law in August, putting the US on course to eclipse the EU in the race to reduce emissions.

17/04/2023

Green News

Why Finland’s new nuclear reactor is good news for electricity bills

Olkiluoto 3 is Western Europe’s first new reactor in over 15 years, launching hours after Germany shut down its last three plants.

17/04/2023

Italy

Italian authorities seize 'record' cocaine haul floating in the Med

Police suspect that the packages had been dropped at sea by a cargo ship to be recovered later.

17/04/2023

Culture news

Who is behind the anti-royalty #NotMyKing hashtag campaign?

The anti-monarchy group Republic have accused the BBC of lacking impartiality in royal coverage ahead of the May coronation. Who are Republic?

17/04/2023