8 April 2024 | Euronews
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World News North Americans elated by total solar eclipse The next total eclipse will be on 12 August 2026 and will cover large areas of the northern hemisphere. -
World News Romanian right-wing parties join efforts ahead of EU elections The bloc's goal is to challenge the country's governing alliance and the rising far-right movement across Europe. -
Europe News Volt party presents 'symbolic' transnational list in EU elections In the EU elections, the citizens of the 27 member states will only choose candidates in their own country. Some parties would like to change this rule. -
Europe News Operation 'Aspides': 11 Houthi attacks repelled and dozens of escorts So far, the European mission has proven successful in stopping the Iran-backed rebel group's attacks. -
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Space Best pictures of total solar eclipse that awed US, Mexico and Canada A total solar eclipse has crossed through North America, with large crowds gathering to see the phenomenon. -
No Comment WATCH: Protesters in Jerusalem demand 'hostage deal' Hamas-led militants took about 250 captives when they crossed from Gaza into Israel on 7 October. -
No Comment WATCH: footage of Khan Younis hospital as IDF withdraws The forces withdrew to recuperate and prepare for future operations. -
World News Czech government invests six billion euros in new nuclear reactors The Czech government is investing in nuclear energy as a means to decarbonisation. -
Scenes Watch: Turkish café serves cakes, coffee and workplace inclusivity Tebessüm Café social project empowers youths with Down's Syndrome and smashes social stigma -
Healthcare Trump says abortion should be decided by US states and declines to endorse national ban The US presidential election will be held this November. -
Earth News Greenhouse gases thousands of times more damaging than CO2 are being smuggled into Europe The impact of hydrofluorocarbons on global warming can be up to thousands of times greater than that of carbon dioxide. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 8th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news Marvel actor Jonathan Majors avoids prison sentence for assaulting ex-girlfriend Embattled American actor Jonathan Majors will not serve time behind bars for assaulting his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari but he's been ordered by a judge to attend a one-year domestic violence programme. -
World News Vatican calls gender-affirming surgery violations of human dignity The Vatican's new doctrine put both gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy on par with abortion and euthanasia. -
Culture news Changing of the Guards: British and French troops trade places to mark 120 years of Entente Cordiale First signed 8 April 1904, the Entente Cordiale laid the foundations for a stronger Anglo-French relationship. British and French troops celebrated its anniversary by swapping places. -
Culture news Cinema For Gaza fundraising campaign adds more pledges from Spike Lee, Olivia Colman & Paul Mescal Drinks with Tessa Thompson; bedtime stories with Tilda Swinton; a meet-and-greet with Brian Cox; signed cinema posters - all for the healthcare organization currently responding to the emergency in Gaza. -
Economy German industrial production picks up at fastest rate seen in a year Factory output in Germany surpasses predictions for February, although a significant recovery seems far off. -
Culture news 'The Matrix': 25 years on and a new viral conspiracy emerges 25 years since the premiere of the first Matrix film, and new theories and conspiracies are being discussed. This is the one going viral at the moment... -
Moments ‘Palace on wheels’: Here are the most luxurious train journeys on Earth Want to reduce your carbon footprint without sacrificing luxury? Try these fancy train journeys. -
Earth News ‘Carbon colonialism’: Locals forced out as Dubai carbon credit company makes land grab in Africa Carbon credit companies are evicting communities across Africa. -
Business Wirecard shareholders suing audit giant EY Germany over asset-stripping claims Wirecard shareholders are accusing EY Germany, part of one of the world's biggest audit firms, of taking steps to protect its lucrative non-audit business from being used for legal payouts. -
Tech News Germany, Italy among countries against green light of telco update The future of digital policy conclusions address the incoming European Commission. -
Lifestyle British man named the world's oldest at 111 – and his secret is fish and chips The world’s oldest man officially claimed the title last week, and he had some surprising advice to share. -
Destinations Italy has launched its digital nomad visa: Here’s who is eligible and how to apply Dreaming of living in Italy full-time? Here's how you can make it a reality with the newly-launched digital nomad visa. -
Lithuania First German troops arrive in Lithuania A permanent presence of around 4,800 soldiers is planned due to the changing security situation in Europe. -
Europe News Abramovich re-appeals Ukraine-linked EU sanctions The Russian oligarch and ex-Chelsea FC owner saw funds frozen for his apparent ties to Putin. -
Earth News How Messi and Join the Planet Foundation have teamed up to fight plastic waste To help fight plastic waste, Lionel Messi has teamed up with Join the Planet, a brand that turns discarded materials into valuable products. The company's Chairman, Samir M Suleymanov, tells us more. -
Art Vivienne Westwood playing cards to go under the hammer for Greenpeace The posthumous project to raise funds for Greenpeace was announced on what would have been the pioneering fashion designer’s 83rd birthday. -
Business E-scooter firm Lime plans to speed up London manoeuvres after Paris ban Despite some opposition to e-bikes and scooters, Lime aims to expand into three more London boroughs, and to open a new warehouse in north London. -
Slovakia New Slovak president Peter Pellegrini yet to define political stance - analyst The politician, an ally of pro-Moscow Prime Minister Robert Fico, won a recent presidential election in Slovakia the vote with 54%. -
Europe News Four suspects charged over murder of 15-year-old schoolboy in France Two of the accused have been remanded in custody, while two other minors are pending a hearing on Wednesday. -
Economy Fiscal nightmares resume in Europe: Italy and France under scrutiny for high deficits Bank of America warns of inevitable excessive deficit procedures for Italy, France, and others, bringing back fiscal concerns of the past. Stringent fiscal monitoring and consolidation efforts are anticipated from 2025, potentially impacting economic growth across affected nations. -
Climate On the road to COP30, all eyes are on Brazil in search of a climate breakthrough The road to COP30 demands bold leadership that unites rather than divides and invites international cooperation. Brazil can deliver what we desperately need, May Boeve and Ilan Zugman write. -
Sweden 'Shrouded in secrecy': Sweden expels Chinese journalist Swedish authorities claim the reporter was a threat to national security. -
Greece Wildfires torch Greek island of Crete weeks before official fire season starts Following one of the warmest winters on record, Greece tackled its first blaze of the year, nearly a month before the onset of the traditional May fire season. -
Business Paco Rabanne owner Puig aims to raise more than €2.5bn by going public Barcelona-based beauty group Puig, owner of Paco Rabanne, Charlotte Tilbury, and Caroline Herrera, announces IPO plans. -
Culture news Spotify has officially demonetised all songs with less than 1,000 streams Under the new policy, more than 60 percent of tracks will not rack up any royalties. -
Europe News Packed mini-plenary edition, Newsletter Packed mini-plenary edition This week's key events presented by senior energy and environment correspondent Robert Hodgson -
Culture news Jonathan Glazer receives fresh support from Jewish artists and filmmakers for Oscars speech The British filmmaker, who won the Best International Feature Oscar for his superb film 'The Zone of Interest', has been at the centre of an ongoing debate in Hollywood. His remarks about Israel have now received support, after facing a tirade of criticism since the Academy Awards last month. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 8th – Midday 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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Tech News Elon Musk included in Brazilian judge's investigation of disinformation Alexandre de Moraes, a judge from the Brazilian Supreme Court included Elon Musk in an ongoing investigation over the dissemination of fake news. -
Culture news 'There's a sense of betrayal': The enduring legacy of TV show endings - and how fans cope As Larry David's 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' comes to an end after twelve seasons, Euronews Culture explores the enduring influence of TV show finales and their impact on fandoms. -
Travel News Flowery bikes, eco-living and a rules quiz: Amsterdam paints a new vision of the city for tourists Amsterdam is softening its ‘stay away’ messaging - but it still wants to deter rowdy visitors. -
Health news Many cancer drugs remain unproven 5 years after accelerated approval, a study finds Some drugs remain unproven years after accelerated approval. -
World News Parts of Kazakhstan and Russia declare state of emergency after 'worst floods in 80 years' Sudden and early warm weather conditions triggered the flooding, leading to a massive snowmelt that overflowed numerous rivers in parts of Kazakhstan and Russia. -
Nature Amid rampant deforestation, the EU must safeguard its ‘green jewel’ The EU was widely lauded for its pioneering anti-deforestation law. Now, although new data just found that global forest loss is still rampant, some EU countries are trying to sabotage it before it’s even been implemented, Julia Christian writes. -
Earth News Did Commission's Green Deal fulfil expectations? The Green Deal shaped Ursula von der Leyen's mandate in hopes of establishing the bloc as a pioneer in the fight against climate change. With the European Commission President's mandate drawing to a close, what were the main green achievements and which laws were held back by MEPs? -
Destinations Ancient cities and Ottoman splendour: Türkiye’s must-see UNESCO sites Türkiye’s incredible landscapes hold evidence of some of the most ancient civilisations on the planet. -
Space Solar eclipse: As huge crowds wait, could clouds spoil the view? Huge crowds are expected in North America as a total solar eclipse crosses the continent. -
Culture news Tom Holland ‘Romeo And Juliet’ show target of 'barrage of racial abuse' The Jamie Lloyd Company has said there had been a “barrage of deplorable racial abuse directed towards a member of company.” -
Poland Poland's local election results preview tight EU elections Local elections in Poland, where former ruling party Law and Justice won by a slight percentage margin, could serve as an early indication for the results of June's EU elections. -
Culture news Why isn’t Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson endorsing Joe Biden in 2024? The Rock, a beloved celebrity with a huge following in the US, has explained why he won’t be endorsing any candidate this year after supporting Biden and Harris in 2020. -
Lifestyle Watches and Wonders 2024: Discover the best and most luxurious timepieces on sale this year The Swiss watch industry’s biggest annual trade show returns this week to Geneva, with even more public programming than last year. Here’s what to expect from Watches & Wonders 2024. -
Gaza Germany faces war crime facilitation claims at The Hague, Israel withdraws troops from south Gaza All the latest developments on the Israel Hamas war. -
Culture news Goodbye sunshine: The ideal soundtrack to your total solar eclipse The total solar eclipse, which will appear to many North Americans to have extinguished the sun, shouldn't cast a shadow over your music playlists. The Euronews Culture team picks the songs you need to listen to when darkness falls... -
Business EU jobs crisis as employers say applicants don't have the right skills Some 75% of employers in 21 European countries could not find workers equipped with the right skills in 2023. This was up from 42% in 2018, an increase of 33 percentage points. And there's no sign of demand for skilled workers slowing any time soon. -
Markets The week ahead on the markets as the ECB prepares for its rate decision This week, the European Central Bank (ECB) is scheduled to convene the monetary policy meeting, offering clues on the interest rate path and the economic outlook. Additionally, the US will release its March inflation data, steering the global market’s sentiment. -
Moments What is Songkran? Everything you need to know about Thailand’s wet and wild New Year celebrations Here's where to celebrate Songkran this April. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 8th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Nature What's behind the 'unstoppable' disappearance of Austria's glaciers? The report details the rapid shrinking of 93 glaciers in Austria in the last couple of years. -
Ukraine 'Dangerous provocation': Kremlin blasts Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant attack Attacks on the Ukrainian nuclear power plant have significantly increased the risk of an accident, warned the International Atomic Energy Agency.