2023-12-07

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

Economy

Euroviews. 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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

Tech News

Google launches AI model Gemini, its big hope for taking on ChatGPT

In a bid to takedown OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google says its new AI Gemini can reason better than its existing rivals.

07/12/2023

Business

Why has Italy abandoned the New Silk Road project with China?

Italy exits the New Silk Road: Euronews Business explores what this agreement encompasses and which countries are still involved.

07/12/2023

Russia

Russia shooting: 14-year-old girl kills friend before killing herself

Five other children were injured in the attack at a school in Bryansk, southwest Russia.

07/12/2023

Economy

UK mortgage rates could stay higher for longer - here's some advice

Cooling inflation rates could reduce the interest payments due on variable mortgage plans, but analysts warn this won’t happen just yet.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik appears in court

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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

wellbeing

Roaming Finland's 'health forests' is boosting patient well-being

Finland has since 2015 established forests next to national healthcare centres as part of the so-called "health forest" project to bolster well-being.

07/12/2023

Travel News

German train drivers announce 24-hour strike: Can you get a refund?

The action is over working hours and pay.

07/12/2023

Italy

Italy 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.

07/12/2023

Lifestyle

Need help with presents? Here's the ultimate Christmas gift guide 2023

Out of ideas for Christmas gifts? We've got you covered.

07/12/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: How Noam Chomsky became a famed philosopher

7 December 1928: Noam Chomsky is born.

07/12/2023

World News

'Tortured': Palestinians in Europe yearn for messages from 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.

07/12/2023

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.

07/12/2023

World News

Europe's wealthiest countries have high child poverty rates

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.

07/12/2023

Greece

Turkish President Erdogan meets with 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.

07/12/2023