7 December 2023 | Euronews
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World News Greece and Turkey agree to reboot relations following landmark talks in Athens In a landmark visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to Athens, the two countries agreed to boost trade and establish communication channels between coastguards to tackle the issue of migration. -
World News Armenia and Azerbaijan vow to 'normalise relations' and exchange POWs in joint statement In a joint statement released on Thursday, Armenia and Azerbaijan announced plans to "reach a peace treaty on the basis of respect for the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity." -
Germany Chancellor Scholz expresses support for Jewish people as he lights the first candle of Hanukkah German Chancellor Olaf Scholz addressed the gathering in Berlin, expressing his desire for the Hanukkah candle to radiate its significance beyond the square and endure "well beyond the eight days" of the festival. -
No Comment WATCH: Severe floods ravage eastern Africa Much of the East African region is experiencing episodes of heavy rainfall and deadly flooding. -
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World News Without a trace: The nameless graves along the Balkan migration route As migrants travel along the Balkan route towards Western Europe, NGOs are trying to keep track of those who lose their lives, but many tombstones remain nameless. -
Nature Europe not ready for ban on fur farming The EU executive has decided to buy time pushing back to 2026 a decision on whether to introduce an EU-wide ban on the keeping and killing of animals for fur. -
Earth News Ministers agree petroleum industry must develop CO2 storage sites Governments agree oil and gas firms must deploy permanent CO2 storage facilities at an unprecedented scale, but the industry argues it is pointless without also building up carbon capture and transport infrastructure, while NGOs fear the plans distract from the need to cut emissions at source. -
Football Now Club World Cup: Who Will Win In Saudi? The Club World Cup kicks off in Saudi Arabia on December 12th. -
Culture news The Game Awards: What to expect from the gala for the best video games of the year It has been one of the most successful years ever for the computer game industry so competition is fierce for the title of top Game of the Year. -
Travel News Planning a train adventure in 2024? These are the best stations in Europe for a convenient trip Travelling by train in 2024? These are the best stations for shops, services and waiting times. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | December 7th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
World News In 2024 elections, we have to protect minorities from AI-aggravated bias Journalists must give a voice to the underrepresented and underprivileged communities at the receiving end of much of the misinformation that drives polarising narratives and undermines trust in democracy itself, Meera Selva writes. -
No Comment WATCH: Kyiv Christmas tree offers residents a rare moment of festivity The Christmas tree in Kyiv was lit up on Wednesday evening, attracting dozens of residents to enjoy the festivities on St. Nicholas Day. -
Culture news Italian opera and 55 other practices added to UNESCO intangible heritage list While opera and midwifery require care and considerate protection, the UN-backed association also listed Türkiye's olive cultivation as a practice in need of urgent safeguarding. -
Denmark Denmark passes law banning Quran burning The move comes following several examples where the Muslim holy text was desecrated during the year. -
No Comment WATCH: French city of Lyon prepares to be dazzled by the annual Fête des Lumières Some two million visitors are expected in the French city of Lyon to be dazzled by the annual Fête des Lumières, which runs until 10 December. -
Europe News EU warns China it will 'not tolerate' unfair competition at high-stakes summit European leaders will "not be able to tolerate that our industrial base is undermined by unfair competition," Ursula von der Leyen warned on Thursday after a highly anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. -
Markets Elon Musk's SpaceX on track to join the world's top 75 companies The value of Elon Musk's space exploration company, SpaceX, has increased significantly. Euronews Business takes a closer look. -
Earth News Is ‘something special’ happening at COP28? Campaigners and delegates are divided Governments are halfway through negotiations and opinion is divided on the chances of success at the landmark climate talks. -
Health news The future of pharmaceuticals? AI is changing the game for drug development Biotech startups are using AI to speed drug discovery, revolutionising pharmaceuticals. Iktos aims to halve pre-clinical drug discovery time. -
France Terror threat prompts heavy security but won't dim Lyon's lights festival In Lyon, millions of people flock to the Fête des lumières, a festival with light displays installed across the city. -
Earth News Viewing tower for Olympic surfing could destroy important marine ecosystem, activists warn Paris 2024 have pushed their sustainability credentials despite the surfing events being held 16,000 km away. -
Russia UK accuses Russia of democratic interference State actors and "Wagner-style" hackers are doing "dirty work" to disrupt the country's political processes, one minister has warned. -
Europe News Marathon talks in Brussels fail to reach deal on EU AI Act. But Friday offers new chance The European Parliament and member states failed on Thursday to reach a political deal on the AI Act following marathon talks in Brussels that stretched over 22 hours. -
Mobility This German start-up can convert your petrol car into an EV in as little as 8 hours Using a method that can fit batteries in up to 42 mainstream car models, start-up e-Revolt believes it can cut conversion times from months to a day. -
Europe News Clampdown on the evasion of sanctions against Russia should 'start at home' - EU envoy The European Union's sanctions evasion clampdown - aimed at stopping countries from inadvertently providing Russia with EU-made technology used in military equipment - should start at home, according to the bloc's sanctions envoy David O'Sullivan. -
United Kingdom Pro-Palestine activists stage blockade at BAE Systems over weapons manufacturing for Israel Activists in Glasgow have staged a blockade at the BAE Systems factory, joined by coordinated protests across the UK and Europe, urging the company to sever ties with Israel and calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. -
Russia Putin moves a step closer to a fifth term as president after Russia sets 2024 election date Analysts say it's unlikely that anyone but the current Russian president will be able to take up the mantle at the next election. -
Economy Declining exports and inventories weigh on the eurozone economy The eurozone economy shrank slightly in the third quarter of 2023 as inventory levels fell more than expected -
Culture news US Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces fresh sex abuse allegations It is the fourth sexual abuse lawsuit against the hip-hop mogul in recent weeks, whose complainant has kept her name under a pseudonym. Combs denies the allegations and says they are looking for "a quick payday". -
Serbia Serbian ski-goers shocked at price hikes While ski-lovers in Serbia were ecstatic at the arrival of the early snow this weekend, many were shocked to discover that prices had increased by almost 25 per cent. -
Economy Chinese exports increase for the first time in six months The increase comes as a surprise to analysts expecting a drop of more than 1% in the world’s second-biggest economy. -
Economy Some debts are necessary to make Europe stronger The decisions policymakers make now will determine whether or not Europe can invest in solutions to the environmental, economic, geopolitical and social challenges we’re facing, Ludovic Suttor-Sorel writes. -
Markets Euro area sovereign bond yields decline on ECB rate cut expectations In recent weeks, sovereign bond yields across the eurozone have experienced a significant downward trend, propelled by mounting market anticipation of forthcoming rate cuts by the European Central Bank (ECB) in 2024. -
Economy France trade deficit lifted in October by easing energy costs The French trade balance improved by €200 million in October compared to the previous month. Euronews Business breaks down the latest economic data. -
Nature Commission proposes rules on pet welfare, illegal puppy trade Improving pet traceability and banning practices such as ear cropping are among the measures the EU executive has proposed today (7 December) to improve animal welfare standards for cats and dogs. -
Culture news British writer and poet Benjamin Zephaniah dies, aged 65 The Birmingham-born writer was known for his poetry, music, acting roles and also for refusing to accept a royal honour from the Queen in protest against the government's policies and Britain's colonial legacy. -
Culture news Chanel's Métiers d'art show takes over Manchester The northern English city's burgeoning status as the place to be was further cemented by the French luxury brand's fashion pilgrimage. -
Lithuania Children of Russian oligarch Abramovich have Lithuanian passports The Interior ministry confirmed the findings of a Lithuanian investigative journalism centre which collaborated with an international investigation. -
Culture news European Film Awards 2023: Who will win this year’s Best Film? It's a tough one to call, as the five films nominated for Best European Film of 2023 at the European Film Awards are some of the strongest of the year. We look at the nominees and give our predictions. -
Top News Stories Today 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. -
Economy UK house prices rise again after market downturn UK house prices have risen for the second consecutive month in response to high demand and softening economic conditions. -
Tech News Google launches ChatGPT rival AI model Gemini which it says is trained to behave like humans In a bid to takedown OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google says its new AI Gemini can reason better than its existing rivals. -
Business The New Silk Road: What is it and why has Italy abandoned the project with China? Italy exits the New Silk Road: Euronews Business explores what this agreement encompasses and which countries are still involved. -
Russia Russia school shooting: 14-year-old girl kills a friend before committing suicide Five other children were injured in the attack at a school in Bryansk, southwest Russia. -
Economy UK mortgage rates could stay higher for longer - when will they fall? Cooling inflation rates could reduce the interest payments due on variable mortgage plans, but analysts warn this won’t happen just yet. -
Italy Fishing villages in Naples ditch polystyrene in microplastic U-turn The United Nations Environment Programme says 730 tonnes of plastic litter is dumped in the Mediterranean Sea every day. Euronews reporter Luca Palamara speaks to fishermen in Naples looking to cut down on plastic waste generated by the trade. -
Markets Why Europe's EVs are years behind China despite €250bn investment The ACEA president has highlighted that the European EV industry may still take until the end of the decade to be at the same levels as global competitors. -
Bosnia and Herzegovina Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik appears in court ahead of trial The political leader made a brief appearance at the opening of his trial on Wednesday before his defence asked it to be relocated to his home town. -
Gaza Fierce fighting rages across Gaza between Israel and Hamas “The whole city is suffering destruction and incessant bombing," said one Palestinian in Khan Younes. -
wellbeing Finland's 'health forests' are helping patients reap the mental health benefits of being in nature Finland has since 2015 established forests next to national healthcare centres as part of the so-called "health forest" project to bolster well-being. -
Travel News Germany hit by last-minute train strike: Deutsche Bahn trains "massively affected" The action is over working hours and pay. -
Italy Italy formally withdraws from China's Belt and Road Initiative Italy signed the pact in 2019 expecting a big boost to exports but hoped-for economic gains have not materialised. -
Lifestyle The ultimate Christmas gift guide 2023: A cultured recommendation for everyone on your list Out of ideas for Christmas gifts? We've got you covered. -
Culture news Culture Re-View: Noam Chomsky at 95 and how he became the famed philosopher 7 December 1928: Noam Chomsky is born. -
World News 'Tortured': Fear grips Palestinians in Europe as they wait for news from loved ones in Gaza The last message Ahmad received from his loved ones was last Saturday, and since then he has heard nothing. Like him, thousands of Palestinians in Europe long to receive Whatsapp messages from Gaza. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | December 7th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
World News Europe's wealthiest countries have high child poverty rates, says UNICEF report The United Kingdom ranked almost last in the list of wealthy countries fighting child poverty, coming in just above Columbia and Turkey. Slovenia topped the rankings. -
Greece Turkey's President Erdogan meets with Greece's PM Mitsotakis in Athens visit The pair will focus on economic cooperation and addressing issues such as migration, aiming for a "win-win" approach and improved ties with the European Union.