2024-02-03

Sport

Agbegnenou proves too strong on home soil

Welcome back to the illustrious 50th Paris Grand Slam, where the best judoka in the world are competing for glory.

03/02/2024

World News

Greens congress choose veteran duo to take them to EU elections

MEPs Terry Reintke and Bas Eickhout received staunch support from the majority of the party.

03/02/2024

Israel

EU concerned by 'domino effect' of Israel Hamas War

EU Foreign Affairs chief Josef Borrell calls for parties to help halt escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, and the EU is worried that Israel might extend the war in Gaza to a 'pressure cooker' town near Egypt.

03/02/2024

Germany

At least 150,000 gather in Berlin against the far-right

The massive crowd protested peacefully in front of parliament to show their anger at the resurgence of the far-right in Germany.

03/02/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | February 3rd – Evening

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

03/02/2024

World News

Farmers' protests have sprung up across Europe, even as some cease

Debts, cheap imports, price pressures... these are just some of the grievances on the lists of European farmers.

03/02/2024

United Kingdom

Irish nationalist leads Northern Ireland's government for first time

An Irish nationalist has made history by becoming Northern Ireland’s first leader as the government returned to work after a two-year boycott by unionists.

03/02/2024

Ukraine

Reports suggest Ukrainian president has informed Washington he will sack army chief

Some Western media outlets suggest President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has informed Washington that he will sack Valeriy Zaluzhnyi the head of Ukraine's armed forces.

03/02/2024

Mobility

This is how cold weather affects your EV and what you can do about it

Does the cold affect your EV’s battery performance and range? Are EVs harder to handle in snow? Here’s what you need to know about winter EV driving.

03/02/2024

France

Three wounded in Paris knife attack at train station

A man has attacked three people at a major train station in Paris, police said, adding that they don't believe it was a terror attack.

03/02/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | February 3rd – Midday

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

03/02/2024

Iraq

US missile barrage on targets in Iraq and Syria after US soldiers killed

US military claimed 85 targets hit at seven locations after three US soldiers were killed in Jordan, allegedly by Iran-backed militias.

03/02/2024

Culture news

Cultural Digest: Don’t miss these events in Europe this week

Agnieszka Holland's 'Green Border' (and our exclusive interview with the Polish director), The Hexagon Cup, and Adele announcing a Munich residency - what to see and do in Europe this week.

03/02/2024

Art

Is Italy's Maramotti collection its most impressive assembly of art?

Situated in the city of Reggio Emilia, the collection is housed in the former Max Mara HQ and puts on display some of the most iconic pieces of contemporary art from 1945 to the present day.

03/02/2024

Living

Climate anti-heroes? Celebrities and carbon offsetting, explained

As a slew of A-listers are getting called out for their emissions, many are resorting to carbon offsetting. But is the practice effective in the fight against climate change?

03/02/2024

Europe Decoded

The truth behind the €64.6-billion budget deal agreed by EU leaders

The European Union might soon add an additional €64.5 billion to its common budget. But it comes with fine print.

03/02/2024

Economy

Where in Europe do people have the most disposable income?

There is a large income inequality in Europe. Western and Nordic states have higher disposable income on average compared to many southern and eastern countries.

03/02/2024

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? Farmers storm EU quarter in Brussels

In this edition, we discuss the root causes for the farmer protests across Europe and EU Commission plans to update animal welfare.

03/02/2024

Destinations

Valencia: How to explore the European Green Capital by bike

With golden beaches, a winding river and foodie treats, Valencia is perfect for a cycling break.

03/02/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | February 3rd – Morning

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

03/02/2024

Culture news

Carl Weathers, Apollo Creed in Rocky, dies aged 76

A wealth of tributes have been paid to former NFL player turned Hollywood actor Carl Weathers who starred in 'Rocky', 'Predator' and 'The Mandalorian'.

03/02/2024