8 March 2024 | Euronews
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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! -
World News Women worldwide participated in International Women's Day participating in strikes and demonstration 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. -
World News Do combat sports really measure up when it comes to women’s self-defence? “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? -
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. -
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Culture news Films & debates: Inside the 22nd edition of 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. -
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. -
Health news This German start-up makes biodegradable tampons from seaweed that don’t need an applicator Plastic period products are the fifth most common single-use plastic item discovered on European beaches, higher than plastic cups and straws. -
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. -
Culture news International Women’s Day: Will Ireland redefine its 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. -
World Investing in women and girls: Is gender parity the key to economic prosperity? 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. -
Earth News ‘Persistent animal welfare violations’: Aquarium that housed Lolita the orca faces eviction Officials cited a “long and troubling history of violations” at the aquarium. -
Travel News Here’s why Europe has some of the world’s best passports 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. -
Markets Chinese energy giant 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. -
World News Stability and security: Priorities for the European People's Party The Congress of the European People's Party has officially endorsed the candidacy of Ursula von der Leyen. Top party officials spoke to Euronews. -
Culture news Collectors find new ways to buy art WhatsApp shopping has hit the art world. -
Culture news Oscars 2024 Predictions: Who will win, who should win, and will ‘Oppenheimer’ sweep the board? 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? -
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. -
Travel News 'Kyoto is not a theme park': Tourists told to stay away from ancient city's famous geisha district The Japanese city will stop visitors from passing through a number of streets in the picturesque geisha district. -
Health news Can plastic pollution damage our heart health? Study shows microplastics raises heart attack risk A new study analysed the impact of plastics on heart health, showing a higher risk of heart attacks or strokes. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Climate Climate change remains worse for women and girls — 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. -
Earth News Lake Geneva is warming at an alarming rate and its delicate ecosystem is under threat Scientists are worried as crucial oxygen mixing in the lake has stalled. -
Switzerland Lake Geneva's water temperatures are rising at an unprecedented pace 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. -
Money Spain puts temporary ban on Sam Altman's Worldcoin eyeball scans over privacy concerns Spain has put a temporary ban in place on Worldcoin eyeballs scans, citing concerns over privacy. -
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? -
An Island of creativity: Unveiling the Malta biennale 2024 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. -
Art 'What If Women Ruled the World?': Female artists take centre stage at Athens 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. -
Sweden Swedish security service arrests 4 on suspicion of preparing 'terrorist offences' The arrests came on the same day that Sweden became the 32nd member of NATO. -
World News 30 million women and girls have been 'circumcised' globally since 2016, UNICEF finds UN agency reports that the number of victims worldwide has now reached 230 million, even as efforts to curtail female genital mutilation show progress in some countries. -
Europe News Commissioner Breton lashes out against EPP, raising ethical questions Thierry Breton, the European Commissioner for the single market, has found himself in hot water after he shared a scathing post against the European People's Party (EPP), raising ethical questions ahead of the elections. -
Greece Greek novelist and lawyer are the first same-sex couple to wed at Athens city hall Opposition from Orthodox Church traditionalists failed to head off the major legal change, which brings Greece in line with much of Europe. -
Nature Australia’s Great Barrier Reef hit by fifth mass bleaching event in eight years Aerial surveys have revealed prevalent shallow-water coral bleaching on most surveyed reefs. -
Economy Which are the top European countries for women to build their careers? On International Women's Day, Northern European countries stand out for women who are looking to develop their careers. -
Health news International Women's Day: Europeans unaware alcohol linked to breast cancer, WHO says Drinking alcohol, even in small amounts, raises the risk of breast cancer, the most common cancer among European women. -
Economy As Europe's economy languishes, when will the ECB cut interest rates? While new figures confirm economic stagnation in the EU at the end of last year, eyes turn to predictions from Bank of America that the ECB will cut interest rates in June. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 8th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Cyprus-Gaza maritime aid corridor to open this weekend, with EU and US support The European Union is backing a long-awaited maritime corridor allowing aid to be shipped from Cyprus to the coast of Gaza, European Commission Ursula von der Leyen confirmed during a visit to the port of Larnaca on Friday. -
Business Nationwide in plan to cash in with Virgin Money purchase If the deal does go ahead, it will be the UK's biggest bank takeover since the 2008 financial crisis, which began with the collapse of Northern Rock. -
Culture news BAFTA Game Awards: Baldur's Gate 3, Spider-Man 2 and Alan Wake 2 lead the nominations Baldur's Gate 3 from Larian Studios takes the lead at the 2024 BAFTA Games Awards, with 10 nominations. -
World News Why it’s urgent that we fight for reproductive rights in Europe On this International Women's Day, we the citizens of Europe have a chance to let our voices be heard. We demand the protection of women’s rights today and into the future, Nika Kovač writes. -
Culture news Israel will compete at Eurovision after changing lyrics to its controversial song Organisers have confirmed that Israel will be allowed to compete at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 after changing the lyrics to its song ‘October Rain’ - now titled ‘Hurricane’. -
Gaza Biden urges Israel to do more for civilians in Gaza, Israelis allowed into Al-Aqsa during Ramadan All the latest developments on the Israel-Hamas war and the conflict in the Middle East. -
Culture news International Women's Day: Which woman has the most Oscar wins? On International Women's Day and with the 96th Academy Awards on the horizon, let’s answer the question: Which woman has the most Oscar wins? -
USA United Airlines plane loses tyre during takeoff The Boeing 777 plane was able to make a safe emergency landing. -
USA Joe Biden delivers barnstorming State of the Union address President gave a feisty performance that will soothe many supporters' concerns about his ability to win another term. -
Space This powerful new rocket engine could help launch new generation of satellites into space Pulsar Fusion says there is a growing demand for larger, more powerful in-space propulsion systems as global launch services continue to expand. -
Art Spanish police say they have smashed Banksy fakes ring Officers arrested two people in Zaragoza, where forgeries were allegedly created, and two others suspected of putting fake Banksy artworks on sale for as much as €1,500 apiece. -
Haiti Haiti extends state of emergency and nighttime curfew Haiti's government announced on Thursday it was extending a state of emergency and nighttime curfew, in an attempt to curb the gang violence and protests plaguing the country. -
Ukraine Ukraine war: UK to provide 10k drones to Ukraine as dismissed commander to become new ambassador All the latest developments from the war in Ukraine. -
Culture news Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball manga series, dies aged 68 Akira Toriyama leaves behind an unparalleled manga legacy. -
Culture news Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day Every year on 8 March, International Women’s Day is celebrated. But what do you know about IWD? We’re here to answer five important questions… -
Work Is my boss sexually harassing me? This AI chatbot could help you answer that question The artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot aims to help people report sexual harassment and companies and universities better understand the situation. -
Art Poetry is back, baby! Europe's poetry scene is thriving - but it never left in the first place With more events and cross-border collaboration, the European poetry scene is entering an exciting new chapter. Euronews Culture take a look at some of the subjects, themes and technology influencing poets in Europe. -
Culture news "COPA 71" documentary sheds light on forgotten record-breaking Women's World Cup Sidelined by football's governing body, the unofficial 1971 Women's World Cup tournament faded into obscurity. Now, a film executive produced by Venus and Serena Williams seeks to restore its rightful place in history as one of the most significant events ever held. -
Economy Managing money as a couple: All's fair in love and…budgeting? As the norms of relationships are changing, so is the way we're deciding to manage our money. -
Markets Gold prices reach all-time highs: Which European-listed stocks may benefit? Gold prices hit a record high, as markets eye potential Fed rate cuts in 2024. -
Earth News ‘A grim reminder’: More than 400,000 songbirds killed in Cyprus as anti-poaching police step back Flocks of migrating birds are still meeting a cruel end on their flight path through the island, particularly at a British military base. -
Travel News Unmanned flight: Meet the women smashing ceilings in the aviation industry One pilot says she finds it detrimental to progress when female passengers give her over-enthusiastic praise because she is a woman. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 8th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Europe News Analysis: Europe’s centre-right keeps door ajar to populists amid far-right surge For years, the centre-right EPP group has drawn a red line on the eurosceptic, far right forces in the European Parliament. That line could shift after June's European elections.