2024-02-20

World News

Most "harmful" hacker network LockBit disrupted by police operation

The operation is “probably the most significant ransomware disruption to date” according to the experts.

20/02/2024

Gaza

Gaza death toll hits grim milestone as US vetoes ceasefire resolution

All the latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

20/02/2024

United Kingdom

London police recover body linked to partner's chemical attack

Authorities “strongly believe” that the body they pulled from the River Thames is that of a man wanted over a chemical attack

20/02/2024

Europe News

EU to streamline its defence strategy

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will soon put forward a common strategy for the EU's defence industry, designed to strengthen military production and arms supply.

20/02/2024

Europe News

Families urge EU to help free Gaza hostages as Rafah offensive looms

The relatives of Israeli hostages held captive in Gaza by Hamas fear time is running out to ensure their release, after talks to broker a ceasefire and hostage deal stalled.

20/02/2024

Travel News

Would a 'climate fee' help prevent overtourism in Hawaii?

Years of disrespectful behaviour from tourists has forced Hawaii to raise funds to undo the damage.

20/02/2024

Green News

Tea bags and takeaways linked to forever chemicals in blood stream

Researchers believe it is the first study to examine how people’s diets are associated with the levels of forever chemicals in their blood over time.

20/02/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | February 20th – Evening

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

20/02/2024

Culture news

Stayin' Alive? 86-year-old Ridley Scott may direct Bee Gees biopic

A biopic on the three Gibb brothers who changed disco has been in production since 2019.

20/02/2024

Culture news

Berlinale 2024 review: 'Sasquatch Sunset'

Who knew that one of the most memorable films at this year's Berlinale would feature sasquatches pissing, pooping, and discovering the vastness of their world?

20/02/2024

Ukraine

Russian activity in Adiivka 'dramatically slower' since town's capture

Recent updates from a crucial conflict zone in Ukraine point to ongoing difficulties for Russia's strung-out forces.

20/02/2024

Tech News

Red flag raised over 'opaque' handling of data by NGOs and tech sector

A sweeping study of the world’s humanitarian sector found that it’s not clear what rights the world’s most vulnerable have with their data.

20/02/2024

United Kingdom

Prince William calls for an end to fighting in Gaza soon

Heir to the throne's statement is a highly unusual intervention by the royal family's standards.

20/02/2024

Experiences

Want to visit seven of Europe’s top cities - why not go by train?

This new route crosses four countries and three cities and offers on-board options for all kinds of travellers.

20/02/2024

Nature

Tahiti fights to protect ‘magic’ of mother nature from Olympic surfing

Hundreds are set to descend on Tahiti for Olympic surfing this summer. Environmental and surf communities have banded together to protect Teahupo’o’s culture.

20/02/2024

Mobility

World’s longest-distance drone delivery service launches in Norway

Norwegian start-up Aviant has expanded its drone delivery service, which can weather the harsh winter in this ski town.

20/02/2024

World News

Navalny's mother appeals to Putin to release her son's body for burial

Dissident's family and supporters have spoken out since his death despite open repression of public support.

20/02/2024

France

Resistance hero Missak Manouchian will be laid to rest at the Panthéon

Armenian-born poet and communist activist Manouchian was considered a hero among the French Resistance movement, which rose up against the Nazi occupation of France.

20/02/2024

Economy

Germany likely to be in recession already, suggests Bundesbank

Germany's "ongoing period of weakness" could last longer than expected, the country's central bank is warning.

20/02/2024

Business

Juicy £600 steaks help Salt Bae rake in the millions

Despite its often eye-watering prices, the restaurant group has still had to battle with surging energy bills.

20/02/2024

Green News

Industry chiefs warn of over regulation, demand change of tack

Corporate leaders are calling on the EU executive to revive European industry while green groups reproach the EU Belgium Presidency for standing by them.

20/02/2024

Business

In which European country did people buy the most EVs last month?

New electric passenger car sales jumped by almost 30% across Europe in the first month of 2024.

20/02/2024

World News

Polish farmers block Ukraine's border protesting non-EU imports

Polish farmers blocked border crossings with Ukraine and traffic in Warsaw on Tuesday in protest against the so-called European "Green Deal".

20/02/2024

Italy

Waiting for 8 years: Will there finally be justice for Giulio Regeni?

Eight years after his death, no arrest has been made for the killing of Italian graduate Giulio Regeni. But the murdered student has hardly been forgotten in his home country, where a new trial has just begun.

20/02/2024

Cult

Burtynsky exhibition explores humanity’s impact on natural world

Striking photos, murals and video footage from Canadian photographic artist Edward Burtynsky urge a rethink of our legacy on Earth, and the pursuit of a more sustainable future.

20/02/2024

Europe News

Poland pitches exit of Article 7 as Brussels hails 'positive dynamic'

Poland pitched on Tuesday a way out of Article 7, the European Union's special procedure to correct rule-of-law violations.

20/02/2024

Golf Travel Tales

Rabat's Golf and Culture Odyssey with Immy Barclay

In partnership with Visit Morocco

In this episode of Golf Travel Tales, Immy Barclay travels around the city of light, set in Rabat, Morocco.

20/02/2024

Green News

Euroviews. Corporate capture won’t solve environmental crises

We implore EU and member state leaders to prioritise the protection of citizens and environments suffering from chemical, pesticide, and fossil fuel pollution, and action to ensure that big polluters can no longer evade responsibility for the climate crisis, seven European activists write.

20/02/2024

Green News

Conservationists alarmed at new market for carbon removal certificates

Wooden houses and sturdy furniture could soon receive potentially lucrative EU certification for their presumed role in reducing atmospheric CO2, but green groups are concerned that new rules on accounting for carbon removals do little to protect forests and will facilitate corporate greenwashing.

20/02/2024

Art

Underwater Photographer of the Year: Take a look at all the winners

From abandoned tank shipwrecks in Jordan to dive-bombing gannets in Shetland, the winning images of the Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 are better than ever.

20/02/2024