2024-04-16

Culture news

And the LUX Audience Award goes to... 'The Teachers' Lounge'

German director Ilker Çatak was awarded the 2024 LUX European Audience Film during a ceremony at the EU Parliament.

16/04/2024

Europe News

EU looking to expand sanctions on Iran following attack on Israel

The European Union will "start the necessary work" to hit Iran with heavier sanctions after Saturday's aerial attack on Israel, the bloc's top diplomat has said.

16/04/2024

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WATCH: Arrests at protest over controversial 'Russian' law in Georgia

Tens of thousands protested outside parliament in Georgia's capital Tbilisi on Monday - more unrest is expected.

16/04/2024

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WATCH: Brussels police move to shut down hard-right meeting

The National Conservatism Conference (NatCon) was set to welcome Brexit champion Nigel Farage and Hungary's Viktor Orban - authorities in Belgium had other ideas.

16/04/2024

Travel News

4 scenic bus routes in Britain you can book for under €3 this month

The discount fares can be purchased this week, until 21 April, on journeys up until 12 May.

16/04/2024

Green News

Danish pork maker admits ‘climate-controlled pig’ claims were wrong

It follows a ruling in Denmark’s first climate lawsuit last month.

16/04/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | April 16th – Evening

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

16/04/2024

Tech News

Euroviews. Do we have a plan on how to deal with subsea cables sabotage?

Governments around the world must look beyond land and sea to preserve the internet connectivity on which we all depend. Undersea internet cables are at risk. That puts internet access for everyone in Europe and beyond at risk, Jeff Huggins writes.

16/04/2024

Spain

More than 400 migrants arrive in Canary Islands

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees says that of the 266,940 migrants trying to reach Europe last year, 97% made the treacherous sea crossing from North Africa.

16/04/2024

Tech News

Swede Ellsberger elected new head of standards body ETSI

Former Ericsson, Huawei manager takes up his role this summer.

16/04/2024

Europe News

MEPs query fast-tracking farmer-friendly CAP reform

Some political groups appear unwilling to cede Parliament’s lawmaking prerogatives to fast-track eleventh-hour approval of major deregulation of the EU’s agricultural subsidies and soothe protesting farmers.

16/04/2024

Culture news

Caravaggio's last known painting on display in London

The National Gallery is preparing to unveil the long-hidden artwork at last.

16/04/2024

World News

Paris Olympics flame lit at Greek cradle of ancient games

The countdown to this year's staging of the ultimate world sporting event has begun in earnest.

16/04/2024

World News

More homes flooded in Russian region bordering Kazakhstan

The devastation continues as water levels in a local river spike again.

16/04/2024

Green News

Brussels picks fight over UK ban on sand eel fishing

The European Commission is demanding an explanation from the UK government over a biodiversity protection measure that bans the industrial fishing of sand eels in much of its territorial waters, a move which has upset Denmark, which holds the lion's share of the UK/EU post-Brexit quota.

16/04/2024

Nature

Greece to ban bottom trawling in marine protected areas by 2030

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said it was a “historic moment for conservation in Greece”.

16/04/2024

Culture news

Why did a blockchain entrepreneur team up with Hans Zimmer?

The creator behind a cryptocurrency has teamed up with acclaimed composer Hans Zimmer to release an anthem for the blockchain ecosystem.

16/04/2024

Georgia

Fourteen detained as protests continue over 'Russian' law in Georgia

Tens of thousands of protesters are set to gather on the streets of Tbsili on Tuesday for a second day of protests.

16/04/2024

Green News

23 member states sign Solar Charter, vow to tackle unfair competition

Leaders pledge extended support with new European Solar Charter to back European EU photovoltaic manufacturing.

16/04/2024

Destinations

Malaga’s new €1.6 million gorge walk promises stunning views

The Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo will let you see Ronda’s iconic gorge from a new perspective.

16/04/2024

Healthcare

UK MPs agree to ban tobacco sales to those born after 2009

The UK government's new Tobacco and Vapes Bill is intended to protect young people from the harms of smoking.

16/04/2024

Art

Yinka Shonibare challenges colonial narratives in London exhibition

Historic colonial statues should not be destroyed, but reimagined, according to British artist Yinka Shonibare. A new solo exhibition of his work tackling Britain’s imperialist past has opened in London.

16/04/2024

Economy

Eurozone growth set to rebound as ECB cuts interest rates, IMF says

IMF expects the Eurozone to recover from 2023's 0.4% growth, with projected rises to 0.8% in 2024 and 1.5% in 2025. Inflation decline allows central banks to consider rate cuts, but Middle East tensions threaten to hike oil prices and shipping costs, potentially dampening the economic outlook.

16/04/2024

China

Germany's Scholz rules out decoupling from China

The three-day visit of Germany's leader to China comes after Beijing slammed the EU as “reckless” following investigations into whether state subsidies are giving Chinese companies an unfair advantage.

16/04/2024

Focus

Watches and Wonders 2024: elite of watchmaking unveil their creations in Geneva

Delve into the world of watchmaking at Watches and Wonders 2024 and discover the latest trends and technologies driving the industry.

16/04/2024

Israel

Erdogan blasts West's double standards over Iran Israel response

Turkey's president accused Western nations of double standards for condemning Iran's attack on Israel, but not speaking out when Israel bombed an Iranian consulate.

16/04/2024

Europe Decoded

Von der Leyen staffing turbulence plays into EU elections

A human resource crisis at the Commission comes ahead of a sensitive changing of the guard in Brussels.

16/04/2024

Nature

Euroviews. To save our oceans, we need leaders ready to challenge the status quo

It’s safe to say we put the oceans through a lot. And it takes bold action to counteract these harsh effects. Yet, there is still hope for the oceans and our planet's future, actor Ted Danson writes in a Euronews exclusive.

16/04/2024

Economy

Italian inflation steadies as markets eagerly await ECB rate cut

A drop in energy prices brings monthly inflation to a lower-than-expected rate as price increases also cool on an annual basis.

16/04/2024

Markets

European markets slump as investors weigh Middle East developments

European markets were all in the red on Tuesday afternoon as traders continued to monitor developments in the Middle East - and digest fresh economic data from China.

16/04/2024