2024-03-19

World News

Exclusive poll projects pro-EU grand coalition straining, but alive

Rising support for the far right and a collapse for Greens and Liberals won’t change the fundamental MEP arithmetic after June elections, the groundbreaking Euronews/Ipsos survey found.

19/03/2024

Switzerland

Forced labour profits rise 37 percent in past decade: ILO report

The International Labour Organization's latest report has revealed the dramatic increase in profits made through forced labour and the number of people being exploited.

19/03/2024

Nature

Slovakia: Bear attacks prompt renewed calls for a cull

Some politicians argue that conservation efforts have caused brown bear populations to soar.

19/03/2024

Tech News

UK man first to be jailed for ‘cyberflashing’ under new legislation

The 39-year-old was convicted for new crime “cyberflashing” after sending photos of his erect penis to a 15-year-old girl and a woman.

19/03/2024

Work

These are 5 new jobs coming to Europe thanks to AI

Looking to build a career in the world's fastest-growing technology? These are five new potential fields of work coming to Europe in light of the EU AI Act.

19/03/2024

Green News

60% of Germans already feel effect of climate change or expect to soon

Fears of a ‘green backlash’ at the European elections are unfounded, according to a new survey.

19/03/2024

Culture news

Gasp! Stricter guidelines for film sex and nudity in the UK

The UK film board is tightening guidance on sex scenes, and finds that sexual violence remains biggest area of concern. As such, nudity may no longer be rated 12A. What does it all mean, and are they going all “nanny state” compared to their EU neighbours?

19/03/2024

Nature

These award-winning photos capture nature’s highs and lows

Check out the beautiful and poignant winners of the British Wildlife Photography Awards.

19/03/2024

Travel News

Notre Dame Cathedral reopening date revealed

The restoration has taken five years, following a devastating fire in 2019.

19/03/2024

Health news

New drug candidates may help immune system detect HIV-infected cells

New drug candidates could “unmask” HIV-infected cells that evade the immune system.

19/03/2024

Experiences

Is the cheapest way to travel around Europe also one of the greenest?

This budget coach company has just launched a new all-electric route.

19/03/2024

Travel News

Why is Galapagos doubling its entry fee for tourists?

The changes will come into force in August.

19/03/2024

Europe News

EU needs to boost ammunition deliveries to Ukraine: Charles Michel

European Council President Charles Michel and other key EU figures talked to Euronews on Tuesday as we unveiled an exclusive, first-of-its-kind pan-European poll ahead of June's European elections.

19/03/2024

Belgium

Euronews Polls Centre : Tracking the next European parliament

Europe’s most innovative, interactive and comprehensive resource dedicated to campaigns, elections and political polling for the 2024 European Elections.

19/03/2024

Business

Unilever creams off specialist unit as it cuts 7,500 jobs

British consumer goods company Unilever revealed the plan as it looks to make savings of €800 million by 2027.

19/03/2024

Art

These European festivities turn satire into a popular celebration

Before València's fallas burn, we take a look at this and other European celebrations that were born out of social criticism or revolts against established power.

19/03/2024

Culture news

Have Jewish creatives willingly misunderstood Glazer's Oscar speech?

Is this open letter just another sign that words, like films, wilfully taken out of context and willingly misunderstood, only serves to destroy free speech and quash calls for greater compassion?

19/03/2024

Culture news

Freddie Mercury's London home up for sale for over €30 million

The Queen frontman left the eight-bedroom villa and all his possessions to his close friend and ex-girlfriend, Mary Austin.

19/03/2024

Climate

UN sounds red alert after ‘chart-busting’ 2023 climate records

The latest State of the Global Climate report shows a planet on the brink, warns UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres.

19/03/2024

United Kingdom

Russian media outlets spread fake news of King Charles' death

A false notice said to have been released by Buckingham Palace wrote: ‘The King passed away unexpectedly yesterday afternoon.'

19/03/2024

Tech News

Euroviews. Social media empowers disinfo operations. What can the EU do about it?

Brussels has started to recognise that social media platforms are not just digital town squares, but the profit-driven allies of the enemies of democracy. It is high time to act accordingly, Domonkos D Kovacs writes.

19/03/2024

Culture news

International artists break the language barrier in Spotify streams

Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, and Korean lead the pack for performance in languages other than English, according to Spotify's Loud & Clear report.

19/03/2024

Russia

Russia to evacuate children from border region targeted by Ukraine

Vladimir Putin said this week he wants to create a buffer zone to help protect Russia's border regions from long-range Ukrainian strikes and cross-border raids.

19/03/2024

Economy

Germany's economy brightens up: Could the DAX Index reflect that?

Germany's economic sentiment rises more than expected during March, defying the country's 'sick man' label. Yet risks persist.

19/03/2024

Green News

Commission backs use of farmland for aviation fuel production

In a bid to cut the climate impact of flying, the European Commission says agricultural land can be used for aviation biofuel production, providng it does not interfere with food and feed production or damage soils. But questions have been raised over whether sufficient safeguards are in place.

19/03/2024

Tech News

Cybersecurity investment needs to be doubled, EU official says

The commission earmarked €214m for cybersecurity for 2024.

19/03/2024

Business

Spotify faces the music with billion-dollar payouts

The Swedish giant recognises the 'loud and clear' criticism of its business model. Euronews business looks at Spotify's figures.

19/03/2024

Germany

German politician takes to TikTok to compete with far-right AfD

Government figures worry that the far-right opposition party is gaining popularity with younger voters.

19/03/2024

Tech News

What were the key takeaways from Elon Musk's interview with Don Lemon?

The interview has set social media abuzz. Here are some of the most important things we learned from Elon Musk's interaction with Don Lemon.

19/03/2024

Culture news

We (may) have the next James Bond...

Forget about the whereabouts of Kate Middleton and the conspiracy theories regarding Kensington Palace’s disinformation tactics – this is the only Royal Announcement we’re interested in...

19/03/2024