18 January 2024 | Euronews
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World News Critically endangered western lowland gorillas born in London and Prague The births come as part of an international conservation breeding programme for the species. -
Tech News A positive role for AI? Takeaways from the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos Euronews discovers some of the conclusions of participants at the annual event in Davos, Switzerland. -
Turkey Turkish football club Basaksehir ends Israeli player's contract over Gaza hostages post Karzev was also briefly questioned by police after reposting a social media message commemorating the hostages' 100 days in captivity with the hashtag “BringThemHomeNow.” -
Greece Greek students protest government plan for private universities Student unions believe the move will devalue degrees from Greece's public universities -
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Spain Spain changes constitution language on disabilities The Spanish parliament voted to remove the term 'handicapped' and replace it with 'persons with a disability'. -
Earth News Some big businesses emit more than entire countries - so why are they failing to act? Experts say it doesn't pay enough to lead on sustainability, and it doesn't cost enough to lag behind. -
Iran Could the Pakistan-Iran airstrikes be the start of regional escalation? Eleven people have been killed this week in airstrikes by Iran and Pakistan - what is behind them and what could it mean for the future? -
France France to deliver more Caesar artillery systems to Ukraine Paris is seeking €280 million from Ukraine's allies to help fund the delivery of 60 out of a planned 78 Caesar self-propelled artillery systems for Kyiv's military. -
Football Now Coaches or managers: In football, what's the difference? Inside the world of football leadership! This week, FOOTBALL NOW examines the separate roles of managers and head coaches. -
Yemen US military launches another barrage of missiles against Houthi sites in Yemen The US Navy said missiles hit 14 Houthi military targets that were preparing to launch further salvos at merchant vessels. -
Earth News End of the line for diesel-powered lorries and buses The EU has taken another significant step in its efforts to clean up road transport, with a political agreement on CO2 standards for trucks and buses that amounts to a near-complete phase-out of diesel-powered models by 2040. -
France French police strike to demand better pay for 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris Police officers are demanding a bonus as they will be expected to secure over 500,000 people during the event. -
Space Meet the first all-European crew set to launch to the International Space Station The crew will spend two weeks aboard the International Space Station, conducting more than 30 experiments, including research on stem cells, biological processes, and other microgravity studies. -
Climate Flooded cities, price hikes and record temperatures: What does El Niño have in store for 2024? El Niño is expected to last until at least April 2024, according to the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 18th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Earth News Half of Bangladeshi drinking water is polluted with arsenic - and climate change is making it worse As more saltwater and freshwater mixes, arsenic leaching could cause health issues for several other countries too, researchers warn. -
Economy Irish Taoiseach pressed on solving economic inequality in Ireland Taoiseach Leo Varadkar spoke to Euronews' Angela Barnes at the World Economic Forum in Davos in Switzerland about economic inequality in Ireland and how he plans to fix it. -
Destinations Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia mosque has introduced an entry fee. Here are some free alternatives See the new entry fee as motivation to explore some of Istanbul’s lesser-visited mosques. -
Health news Early treatment in weeks after HIV infection may help better control virus long-term, study finds There is a “window of opportunity” in the weeks after someone is infected with HIV where treatment may lead to better control later on, researchers say. -
Ecotech Do wind turbines break in cold snaps? Here’s how the tech keeps turning in freezing temperatures From Texas to Sweden, misinformation about wind farms tends to circulate as the mercury drops. Here’s what you need to know. -
Ireland Irish PM at Davos: 'Fight for Ukraine is a fight for wider European values' Taoiseach Leo Varadkar says he believes the European Council will vote to approve a pending €50 billion Ukraine fund in February. -
Business Italy's motorists drive European car market forward in 2023 Euronews Business breaks down the latest data on the European car market. -
Earth News Geothermal potential in northern, western Europe flagged as lawmakers back plan Northern Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium are key potential locations for boosting the supply of geothermal energy, an expert told Euronews, as EU lawmakers backed a strategy to boost the bloc’s development of the renewable source. -
Earth News ‘Unethical’: Protests erupt over plan for €400 million monkey-breeding facility in US The facility would eventually hold up to 30,000 long-tailed macaques that would be sold to universities and pharmaceutical companies for medical research. -
Earth News Climate ambition slipping beyond reach without urgent action, scientists warn The independent European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change has warned the EU that its greenhouse gas reduction targets could slip out of reach without immediate implementation of existing policy, and moves to end fossil fuel subsidies and tackle emissions related to farming and land use. -
Culture news BAFTAs 2024: 'Oppenheimer' takes the lead as 'Barbie' falters and 'Poor Things' gains momentum Oppenheimer eclipsing Barbie, Poor Things on the rise, and some notable snubs. Here's everything you need to know about this year's BAFTA nominations. -
Business French authorities investigate alleged Neymar PSG transfer tax scandal Several high-profile French politicians allegedly plotted to avoid paying Qatar €88 million in tax over footballer Neymar Jr's transfer to football club PSG in 2017, according to French sources. Authorities raided the Ministry of Economy and Finances' headquarters earlier this week. -
Food and Drink Limburg pie gains EU protection: Everything we know about the scrumptious pastry Attention pastry lovers! Vlaai pie is officially Limburgish. From 22 January, pie from Limburg will have the protected geographical indication (also known as the PGI label). -
Business AI anxiety: Global IT firm Comarch’s CEO on the ‘danger’ people think they face Anna Pruska spoke to Euronews Business about AI’s increasing role in telecommunication services and why Poland is the place to be for women leaders. -
Economy Europe is where we see more 'sluggish growth', says KPMG High inflation and unemployment could leave the continent lagging behind other major economies in 2024, according to global accounting firm KPMG. -
Germany Heavy snowfall and freezing rain disrupt transport in Scandinavia and Germany Hundreds of flights cancelled in Frankfurt, as Oslo airport temporarily closes due to the weather. Other parts of Scandinavia face public transport delays and road closures. -
Republic of Ecuador Prosecutor investigating attack on Ecuador TV studio shot dead in Guayaquil The prosecutor was shot more than 20 times while driving a white car in the north of Guayaquil. -
Markets UK estate agents predict respite for housing market Brighter days could lie ahead for the housing market following a rocky period caused by inflated mortgage costs. -
Business We cannot let a skills gap slow down green transition opportunities By providing the right opportunities and training, current workers will benefit from new opportunities and younger generations will not only inherit a better climate but also the means to thrive, Ignacio Galán writes. -
Business Lawmakers look to new anti-money laundering law to repair EU’s poor reputation Rules agreed overnight will ban large cash transactions and apply to major football clubs -
Culture news Arnold Schwarzenegger detained at Munich airport over luxury watch The actor and former California governor travelled to Germany for a charity auction, but was held up upon arrival for failing to follow EU rules when it comes to valuable items over a certain price tag. -
Tech News OpenAI’s Sam Altman calls firing saga 'ridiculous' and has a softer tone on AI dangers OpenAI’s CEO spoke about last year’s firing saga and addressed concerns about the future of AI in Davos. -
Europe News Israel Hamas war: In a first, the European Parliament calls for a 'permanent ceasefire' The European Parliament has for the first time called for a "permanent ceasefire" in Gaza and the start of political efforts to find a solution to the war between Israel and Hamas. -
Europe News MEPs threaten legal action if Commission unfreezes more funds for Hungary In a scathing resolution, Members of the European Parliament threatened to launch legal action against the European Commission if the executive releases further frozen funds to Hungary. -
Culture news Glastonbury, Sziget and Hurricane take home wins at 2024's European Festival Awards Festivals of all sizes were recognised at the 13th annual event in Groningen, the Netherlands. -
Tech News Dutch watchdog seeks Big Tech input for platform guidelines The Dutch competition authority today issued guidelines to help online platforms in their compliance with the EU’s platform regulation and asks companies for their input. -
Health news Lab-grown ‘mini-placentas’ help scientists understand pregnancy disorders The mini organoids could help scientists treat major disorders which start in the first weeks of pregnancy. -
Economy US retail sales show positive outlook, but consumers remain pessimistic People in the US stepped up their spending at retailers in December, closing out the holiday shopping season and the year on an upbeat tone and signalling that people remain confident enough to keep spending freely. -
Art Queer art to hyper-realistic sculptures: Here's what to expect at London Art Fair 2024 After a "tough year" for the art market, hopes are high for 2024, as London Art Fair returns to the Business Design Centre in north London. -
Ethiopia Rising Somalia-Ethiopia tensions could plunge the Horn of Africa into chaos A breakout of a war between Ethiopia and Somalia would carry catastrophic consequences not just for the region, but for Africa as a whole, Mohamed El-Bendary writes. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 18th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News Sheryl Sandberg to leave board Facebook-parent company Meta’s board With a heart filled with gratitude and a mind filled with memories, I let the Meta board know that I will not stand for reelection this May,” Sandberg wrote in a Facebook post. -
Tech News Court documents underscore Meta's 'historical reluctance' to protect children on Instagram Court documents highlighted Meta's "historical reluctance" to protect children on Instagram. -
Spain Suspect in shooting of Spanish far-right Vox co-founder arrested in Colombia The Spanish National Court is investigating the shooting as a terrorist attack. The Spanish politician accused the Tehran regime of "planning and executing" his shooting. -
Gaza Israeli marks 1st birthday as Hamas hostage, South Africa genocide case, 60,000 Palestinians wounded The latest developments from the Israel Hamas war. -
Culture news End of a 10 year art heist: Stolen Chagall and Picasso paintings found in Antwerp basement The two paintings, together valued at approx. €826,000, were stolen from an art collector’s home in Tel Aviv in 2010. -
Economy Macron at Davos: A strategic economic blueprint for France's and Europe's future "Our continent has a lot of savings, but these savings are not circulating towards the right places, towards the right sectors. We can move forward, all 27 of us," Macron said in a speech at the WEF in Davos. -
Healthcare ‘Guardrails’ needed for AI in healthcare, says Commissioner Speaking at Davos, EU health boss Stella Kyriakides warned of the need to draw up safeguards on AI-driven tools used in the health sector including keeping human oversight over processes. -
Design Architect Lesley Lokko becomes first female African winner of prestigious RIBA Royal Gold Medal Hailed as "a visionary agent of change", Lesley Lokko becomes the first woman of African descent to win the top award of the Royal Institute of British Architects. -
Tech News Apple to disable blood-oxygen feature on watches sold in US as part of patent dispute Apple will disable blood-oxygen sensors on its watches sold in the US over a patent dispute. -
Economy Spain's PM Sánchez calls for inclusive and sustainable EU in Davos At Davos, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez articulated his vision for a unified Europe, highlighting his country's economic resilience and commitment to democracy and environmental sustainability. He also stressed support for Ukraine and advocated for a federal European Union. -
Iran Pakistan launches retaliatory airstrikes against Iran In a Middle East already unsettled by the Israel Hamas war, the spectre of regional conflict is growing. -
Culture news Jodie Comer's new drama 'The End We Start From' tackles themes of resilience amidst climate crisis New British disaster movie "The End We Start From", which will be released in UK cinemas on 19 January, stars Jodie Comer, Mark Strong and Benedict Cumberbatch. -
Culture news Peru recovers more than 200 ancient artefacts including Inca scuptures and Chancay textiles The diverse collection of repatriated objects includes pre-Hispanic objects, such as Quipus, Lithic artefacts, Inca sculptures, Chancay culture textiles, and ceramic pieces. -
Culture news BookTok influencers: Revolutionising reading or bringing about "the end of the world"? #BookTok is one of the most popular trends on TikTok, but how is it changing the way people actually read? -
Europe Decoded Dead deal walking: Why the EU law on platform workers is hanging by a thread Two years ago, Brussels unveiled ambitious legislation to improve the conditions of those who work for digital platforms such as Uber, Deliveroo and Glovo. Today, the law is scrambling to survive. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 18th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Finland Finland goes to the polls as advance voting gets underway in close presidential race The two leading contenders represent the left and right-wing of the Finnish political spectrum and are separated by just three percentage points as advance polling stations open. -
World News Meet the European Jews standing against Israel's war with Hamas Having suffered throughout history, Jewish peace activists told Euronews Jews should identify with the oppressed and defend their rights - "whoever that oppressor may be."