2024-03-08

Sport

The Judo Family Celebrates International Women’s Day

Welcome to the Upper Austria Judo Grand Prix, where the spirit of competition meets the splendor of nature. The judo world turns its attention here for the next leg of the world judo tour!

08/03/2024

World News

Women worldwide participated in International Women's Day

On Friday, women worldwide participated in International Women's Day, participating in strikes, marches, and demonstrations, highlighting endeavors to combat discrimination and expedite progress towards gender equality.

08/03/2024

World News

Do combat sports really measure up when it comes to women’s self-defen

“Developing self-defence skills means reclaiming autonomy, thus regaining control over one's environment. We are no longer at the mercy of someone,” according to psychotraumatology psychologist, Julie Francols. But are combat sports effective when it comes to fending off an unexpected attack?

08/03/2024

My Europe Series

State of the Union: Defence strategy as EU election campaigning begins

Defence policy is gaining increasing prominence in the European Union, with Brussels putting forward concrete proposals.

08/03/2024

Culture news

Inside 2024's International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights

Taking place between 8 and 17 March, the International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights (FIFDH) returns for its 22nd edition in Geneva.

08/03/2024

Ukraine

Ukrainian families forced to evacuate in Kharkiv region

Several people have died in the past 24 hours due to Russian attacks across the territory.

08/03/2024

Health news

This German start-up makes biodegradable tampons from seaweed

Plastic period products are the fifth most common single-use plastic item discovered on European beaches, higher than plastic cups and straws.

08/03/2024

Europe News

The European Free Alliance sets out its key demands ahead of elections

These include protecting the rights of minorities and the right of a state to self-determination.

08/03/2024

Culture news

Will Ireland redefine constitutional language on ‘women in the home'?

Celebrating International Women's Day takes on a unique significance in Ireland this year, as the country engages in a crucial vote on changing its eight-decade-year-old constitutional language on the role of women.

08/03/2024

World

Is gender parity the key to economic prosperity? The IMF says 'yes'

Why does the world need more women in the labour market and managerial positions? Kristalina Georgieva, the International Monetary Fund's Managing Director, shares her thoughts on the Global Conversation.

08/03/2024

Green News

Miami Seaquarium gets eviction notice after death of Lolita the orca

Officials cited a “long and troubling history of violations” at the aquarium.

08/03/2024

Travel News

Which European passport is best for digital nomads?

Unlike with other passport rankings, the Nomad Passport Index (NPI) focuses on wider criteria, including global perception and personal freedom within a particular country.

08/03/2024

Markets

Chinese energy giant CNOOC finds hundred million-ton oilfield

CNOOC's Kaiping South discovery could lead to more investment in deep-water South China Sea exploration in the coming months.

08/03/2024

World News

Priorities for the the European People's Party: Stability and security

The Congress of the European People's Party has officially endorsed the candidacy of Ursula von der Leyen. Top party officials spoke to Euronews.

08/03/2024

Culture news

Collectors find new ways to buy art

WhatsApp shopping has hit the art world.

08/03/2024

Culture news

Oscars 2024 Predictions: Who will and should win

Who will take home the biggest awards of the night – and who is more deserving? And are we about to be consumed by Oppenheimer’s all-powerful blast radius?

08/03/2024

Business

The confidence gap: Why most women have never asked for a pay rise

Only 43% of women have asked for a pay rise during their careers, despite most feeling unsatisfied with their salaries.

08/03/2024

Travel News

Kyoto shuns tourists from its geisha district with 'keep out' signs

The Japanese city will stop visitors from passing through a number of streets in the picturesque geisha district.

08/03/2024

Health news

Can plastic pollution damage our heart health?

A new study analysed the impact of plastics on heart health, showing a higher risk of heart attacks or strokes.

08/03/2024

Business

Novo Nordisk expands lead on Tesla on upbeat obesity drug trial

Novo Nordisk, of anti-obesity drug Wegovy fame, reveals encouraging initial trial data for new weight loss drug that could potentially overtake Wegovy.

08/03/2024

Culture news

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

A possessed plush, Ariana Grande's 'Eternal Sunshine', Oscars anticipation, and one of the world's leading art fairs. Here's what to see and listen to in Europe this week.

08/03/2024

Health news

Lawmakers call for extra time to iron out wrinkles on health data

Differences over patients’ right to opt out of health data transmission to third parties scuppered all-night talks on the last health file of the term.

08/03/2024

Ukraine

Women soldiers have to fight to get to the frontline in Ukraine

Although one out of five soldiers serving in the Ukrainian army are women, they say they struggle to reach the frontline.

08/03/2024

Climate

Euroviews. Climate change remains worse for women — but it doesn’t have to be

International Women's Day is an opportunity to highlight how, unless significant action is taken, climate injustices towards women will only continue, Salomé Lehtman writes.

08/03/2024

Green News

Lake Geneva threatened by record water temperatures

Scientists are worried as crucial oxygen mixing in the lake has stalled.

08/03/2024

Switzerland

Lake Geneva's water temperatures on the rise

Research from the University of Lausanne reveals that Lake Geneva's water temperature is increasing at a rate four to five times faster than that of the oceans. This unprecedented warming trend has pushed the average temperature of the lake's waters to 13.6 degrees Celsius throughout the year.

08/03/2024

Money

Spain puts temporary ban on Worldcoin scans over privacy concerns

Spain has put a temporary ban in place on Worldcoin eyeballs scans, citing concerns over privacy.

08/03/2024

Euronews Witness

Social Housing in Vienna: Is it as good as it seems?

Vienna, known as the European capital of social housing, has long been hailed as the poster child for affordable housing initiatives. But could this tradition be on its way out?

08/03/2024

Partner content

An Island of creativity: Unveiling the Malta biennale 2024

Partner content presented by Malta Biennale

A sun-kissed pearl dropped into the cerulean waters of the Mediterranean, Malta is a true treasure of Southern Europe, shimmering with ancient history, captivating landscapes and a fiery local spirit.

08/03/2024

Art

Female artists take centre stage at Athens Contemporary art museum

Spanning the entirety of 2024, this ambitious project features solo exhibitions, special projects, and large-scale installations by women artists and those who identify as female.

08/03/2024