archives - 18 Jul 2023. euronews : International and European news all available as video on demand

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Europe News

EU-Latin America leaders fail to agree statement on war in Ukraine

Nicaragua was the only country to object to the inclusion of the conflict.

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world news

Heatwaves continue to break temperature records across the globe

Spain, Italy, and France are all facing highs of above 40°C while temperatures in Asia have triggered torrential rains.

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Hollywood actors picket movie studios in New York and LA

The last time screen actors and writers struck simultaneously, in 1960, the guilds established royalty (later residual) payments for replays of films and TV episodes, among other landmark protections.

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Italian land artist turns wheat field into portrait of George O

Working off a rough sketch, artist Dario Gambarin used a tractor, plough and rotary harrow to carve the portrait into the field.

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Sport

Vingegaard extends advantage over Pogacar and aims for overall victory

Jonas Vingegaard looks set to claim his second Tour de France in a row as he extends his lead over rival Tadej Pogacar

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Climate

What is the hottest temperature ever recorded in Europe?

As Europe faces a second heatwave, we look at the highest temperatures ever recorded across the continent.

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Ukraine

Euroviews. NATO should give Ukraine everything it wants — including F35s

If the West is serious about honouring Ukraine‘s merits for European security amid Russian aggression, Kyiv must receive comprehensive security aid in the future, Oliver Rolofs writes.

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Fresh protests in Israel against planned overhaul of judicial system

People in Israel took to the streets again on Tuesday in protest against government plans to overhaul the judicial system, a move which would reduce the powers of the Supreme Court.

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Culture news

Venice Film Festival preparing Plan B if Hollywood strikes continue

The red carpet at this year's Venice Film Festival may not get much US A-lister footfall, as the festival prepares to adapt to the unprecedented challenges posed by the writers-actors strike in the US.

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Spain

Alcaraz praises Djokovic after his historic win at Wimbledon

Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz says Djokovic and Rafa are still inspirational as he returns home to Murcia after the tournament

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Culture news

How Jane Birkin inspired the iconic handbag that bears her name

As the world mourns the loss of British-French actor and singer Jane Birkin, we take a look at the legendary fashion accessory she inspired.

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Latest news bulletin | July 18th – Evening

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

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USA

Trump says he's a target of January 6 investigation

Trump made the claim in a post on his Truth Social platform, saying he received the target letter while with his family on Sunday night. Such a letter can precede an indictment and is used to advise individuals that prosecutors have evidence linking them to a crime

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United Kingdom

Angry scenes as huge barge for asylum seeker housing docks in England

Criticism from pro-refugee groups, locals and politicians as UK government takes first step in what it calls a move to reduce the cost of accommodation.

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Tech News

Spain hits Amazon and Apple with a €194 million fine

The country's regulator accused the two US tech giants of colluding in the sale of products.

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the road to green

The Road to Green meets Vinted, fashion bloggers and ancient recyclers

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION

Should we put fast fashion in the recycling bin? In this episode of The Road to Green we shop with sustainable fashionista Deimantė Bulbenkaitė, get insight from Vinted's Adam Jay, explain the EU's QR clothing passport, and witness ancient wool recycling.

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What is the sustainable technique of mechanical recycling?

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION

Comistra is a well-known wool recycling company in Prato, Italy. To obtain the fibre it uses a method called mechanical recycling, which is deemed to be one of the most sustainable and energy-efficient methods of material extraction. But what is it, exactly?

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Nature

Inside the US neighbourhood where 100 rabbits are taking over

Burmese pythons, giant snails, iguanas - and now lionhead rabbits. A new fluffy invasion has this suburb appealing for help.

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United Kingdom

Accommodation barge arrives as UK passes controversial migration bill

Asylum seeker accommodation barge arrives as UK passes controversial migration bill which seeks to deport people to "safe" countries such as Rwanda.

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Culture news

Hollywood strikes: A-listers join the picket line

Hollywood's biggest strike in more than six decades sees performers join the picket lines alongside screenwriters, bringing the industry to a full standstill.

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Tech News

US announces a cybersecurity labeling programme for smart devices

The Cyber Trust initiative was first announced in October following a meeting between White House and tech industry representatives.

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North Korea

US soldier arrested in North Korea after crossing border from South

A US soldier is being held in North Korea after crossing the heavily fortified border from the South

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Climate

In photos: Europe hit by second heatwave as temperatures soar

Temperatures are threatening to exceed Europe’s all-time high of 48.8C this week.

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Travel News

Eurostar speeds up boarding with new contactless check-in

Boarding at Eurostar's busy London hub will be quicker and easier thanks to new contactless border checks.

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Culture news

UK music brought in €7.7bn in tourism - but is the scene healthy?

Music brought in over £6.6bn and 14 million tourists to the UK’s economy last year, a new study has found. The study highlights the country’s continued cultural soft power and raises questions over unintended effects of constraining British artists to domestic tours post-Brexit.

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Travel News

Croatia's tourist numbers - and prices - soar after joining Schengen

Figures released by Croatia's Ministry of Tourism show a 12 per cent increase in visitors compared to 2022.

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Europe News

MEPs blast Commission for signing deal with Tunisia's 'cruel dictator'

Members of the European Parliament denounced on Tuesday a new memorandum of understanding signed with Tunisia.

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France

Enquiry finds Macron helped establish Uber in France

A parliamentary committee has concluded that President Emmanuel Macron helped establish the cab-hailing firm Uber in France by way of a "privileged" relationship with the online platform.

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Greece

Greek wildfires force residents and holidaymakers to evacuate

Wildfires in Greece, following days of scorching temperatures, have forced thousand to evacuate their homes and holiday accommodation

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Spain

Euroviews. The Basque experience could be the answer to Europe's labour shortage

Although no region is absolutely alike, there are lessons that can be adopted and scaled from the Basque model as EU member states prepare for the next wave of economic uncertainty and consequent clamour for talent, Ivan Jiménez writes.

18/07/2023

Technicians repair fire damage after arson incidents on French railway

How does Paris 2024's iconic flying Olympic cauldron work?

Trump criticises Harris' remarks on Israel-Hamas war

Italy to return ambassador to Syria after decade-long absence

Technicians repair fire damage after arson incidents on French railway

How does Paris 2024's iconic flying Olympic cauldron work?

Trump criticises Harris' remarks on Israel-Hamas war

Italy to return ambassador to Syria after decade-long absence

2023-07-18

EU-Latin America leaders fail to agree statement on war in Ukraine

Heatwaves continue to break temperature records across the globe

Hollywood actors picket movie studios in New York and LA

Italian land artist turns wheat field into portrait of George O

Fresh protests in Israel against planned overhaul of judicial system

Venice Film Festival preparing Plan B if Hollywood strikes continue

How Jane Birkin inspired the iconic handbag that bears her name

Latest news bulletin | July 18th – Evening

Spain hits Amazon and Apple with a €194 million fine

Inside the US neighbourhood where 100 rabbits are taking over

In photos: Europe hit by second heatwave as temperatures soar

Eurostar speeds up boarding with new contactless check-in

Croatia's tourist numbers - and prices - soar after joining Schengen

Euroviews. The Basque experience could be the answer to Europe's labour shortage