2023-12-07

World News

Greece and Turkey agree to reboot relations, cooperate on migration

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.

07/12/2023

World News

Armenia and Azerbaijan vow to 'normalise relations' and exchange POWs

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."

07/12/2023

Germany

German Chancellor Scholz lights first candle of Hanukkah in Berlin

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.

07/12/2023

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WATCH: Severe floods ravage eastern Africa

Much of the East African region is experiencing episodes of heavy rainfall and deadly flooding.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

Football Now

Club World Cup: Who Will Win In Saudi?

In partnership with Media City

The Club World Cup kicks off in Saudi Arabia on December 12th.

07/12/2023

Culture news

The Game Awards 2023: Who will win the battle of the consoles?

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.

07/12/2023

Travel News

What’s the best - and worst - train station in Europe?

Travelling by train in 2024? These are the best stations for shops, services and waiting times.

07/12/2023

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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.

07/12/2023

World News

Euroviews. In 2024 elections, we have to act against 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.

07/12/2023

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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.

07/12/2023

Culture news

Italian opera and 55 other practices added to UNESCO intangible herita

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.

07/12/2023

Denmark

Denmark passes law banning Quran burning

The move comes following several examples where the Muslim holy text was desecrated during the year.

07/12/2023

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WATCH: 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.

07/12/2023

Europe News

EU warns China it will 'not tolerate' unfair competition at 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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

Earth News

COP28: The wins and losses from week 1 as delegates rest

Governments are halfway through negotiations and opinion is divided on the chances of success at the landmark climate talks.

07/12/2023

Health news

AI could change 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.

07/12/2023

France

Major lights festival kicks off in Lyon despite terror threat concerns

In Lyon, millions of people flock to the Fête des lumières, a festival with light displays installed across the city.

07/12/2023

Earth News

Surfers protest against Olympic viewing platform in Tahiti’s ocean

Paris 2024 have pushed their sustainability credentials despite the surfing events being held 16,000 km away.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

Europe News

Marathon Brussels talks fail to reach deal on EU AI Act

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.

07/12/2023

Mobility

This start-up can convert your petrol car into an EV in just 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.

07/12/2023

Europe News

Clampdown on Russian sanctions evasion 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.

07/12/2023

United Kingdom

Pro-Palestine activists blockade BAE Systems over ties to 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.

07/12/2023

Russia

Putin moves step closer to another term as Russia sets 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.

07/12/2023

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

07/12/2023

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".

07/12/2023