17 April 2024 | Euronews
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Europe News EU leaders under pressure by Zelenskyy to bolster Ukraine’s struggling air defences The EU’s 27 leaders face mounting pressure to step up efforts to protect Ukraine’s skies from Russian airstrikes, after President Zelenskyy took a jab at Western allies’ "flagging political will" over the weekend. -
World News Call for reinforcement of 'Aspides' operation guarding Red Sea vessels The EU naval mission in the Red Sea was launched to protect merchant ships from attacks by Houthi rebels. -
France Serbia angry after Kosovo gets closer to joining Council of Europe Kosovo took another step towards becoming a member of the CoE as its members passed a report recommending approval. -
Tech News Creating deepfake porn to be made a crime in UK under 'first-of-its-kind' law The amendment to the country’s Criminal Justice Bill will make adults who create deepfake porn “face the consequences of their actions”. -
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Earth News Why is France protesting a UK ban on bottom trawling in protected areas? Fishermen in northern France say that the ban threatens their livelihoods but UK officials have stressed it applies to all boats. -
Climate Now Climate Now Live Debate: What’s the state of the European climate today? More devastating wildfires and scorching temperatures, but also more rain and flooding. We asked experts to weigh in on the state of Europe's climate today, and how we can adapt to rapid changes. -
Earth News Two countries in Europe are powered by 100% renewable energy as wind capacity soars Seven countries now generate 100 per cent of their electricity from renewable energy - two are in Europe. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 17th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News Paid ad-free platforms should not be default option, privacy watchdogs say Opinion comes after Meta introduced its consent or pay model last October. -
Earth News Use of harmful chemicals growing, agencies find New joint-assessment puts the spotlight on chemical pollution while NGOs urge EU officials to tackle the issue in the upcoming mandate. -
Business IDS shares rise as Czech billionaire posts interest in Royal Mail Shares in IDS, the owner of Royal Mail, rise after reports that it has received - and rejected - a bid from Czech billionaire Daniel Křetínský. -
Europe News 'The blood of Palestinian children is on your hands!' Heckler interrupts von der Leyen A speech by Ursula von der Leyen was briefly interrupted on Wednesday by a man who accused her of being a "criminal" over her support for Israel. -
Nature Reckless and harsh octopus farming plans must be stopped Not only is factory farming the biggest cause of animal cruelty on the planet, it is damaging our planet through pollution, wildlife loss and emissions. We must act now before we eat our way to extinction, Dr Elena Lara writes. -
Greece Protesting Greeks show their anger at unemployment and low wages Thousands of people have demonstrated in Athens and Thessaloniki over rising unemployment and the cost of living. -
Europe News Debate on the future of the Green pact reignites deep divisions Debate on the future of the Green pact reignites deep divisions between right and left-wing candidates in France. -
Health news Ketamine injection after childbirth can reduce postpartum depression in new mothers by 75% One low-dose injection of esketamine administered right after childbirth reduces major depressive episodes, according to a new study. -
Climate Catalonia tourists may soon face water restrictions - but swimming pools spared as ‘climate refuges’ Water restrictions have been proposed for tourists in Catalonia - but swimming pools are being spared. -
Culture news Studio Ghibli to receive Honorary Palme d’Or in Cannes first The legendary Japanese animation studio will be feted with the Honorary Palme d’Or - the first given to a collective. -
Europe News EU urges Georgia not to pass 'foreign influence' law The European Union has strongly warned Georgia against passing a controversial "foreign influence" law. -
Belgium Call for release of Swedish prisoner on anniversary of Iran detention Johan Floderus was arrested at Tehran airport in 2022, and has had limited family contact and consular access since being imprisoned. -
Travel News Travel warning issued for LGBTQ+ tourists in Greece. Where in Europe is safest for queer people? Following a travel warning issued for LGBTQ+ tourists in Greece, these are the European countries that are most welcoming to queer people. -
Qatar 365 The reign of racket sports in Qatar, from tennis to padel Racket sports are very popular in Qatar, starting with tennis that draws to Doha the top players like Tunisian champion Ons Jabeur. The popularity of Padel is also on the rise with a growing number of dedicated infrastructure. -
No Comment WATCH: Two bears survive zoo fire in Crimea Authorities are investigating the blaze which killed more than 200 animals - including lemurs, chameleons, parrots and turtles - housed in a private zoo called Tropic Park in Yevpatoria. -
Real Economy How do the EU's new disability cards facilitate cross-border travel? In this episode of Real Economy, Euronews reporter Paul Hackett travels to Ljubljana and Brussels to learn how Europe's new disability and parking cards aim to facilitate cross-border travel and enhance accessibility for individuals with disabilities. -
Earth News Critical raw materials: how the EU hopes to secure a key element of the energy transition - focus If Russia's war on Ukraine shocked Europe into realising the folly of its dependence on Moscow for gas suppplies, growing geopolitical uncertainty has forced the EU to consider where it sources the raw materials, from copper to rare earth metals, needed for the energy transition. -
Business Ireland's house prices continue to rise: Top picks for home buyers The average price of a home in Ireland was €323,000 as of February, according to new figures. Prices still vary significantly across the regions. -
Croatia Croatia's bitter election pits outgoing prime minister against current president Croatians are going to the polls to elect a new parliament, and two rival establishment figures are fighting to come out on top. -
Culture news Taylor Swift: British fans scammed more than a million euros Hundreds of UK fans of Taylor Swift, Coldplay and Beyoncé have been scammed by fake adverts and Facebook posts, further denting people’s trust in the concert industry. -
Markets ASML results spook market as sales drop below expectations Net sales for the Dutch semiconductor firm seen as disappointing, coming in at 21.6% lower than predicted. -
Tech News TikTok questioned over its Lite app launched in France and Spain The European Commission opened a formal probe into the video sharing app under the DSA last February. -
Tech News New EU migrant pact ushering in 'deadly new era of digital surveillance,' privacy experts warn The warning from a coalition of European digital rights groups comes after years-long deadlock was broken with the polarising new legislation. -
Economy What do European fund managers think about growth, inflation and stock markets? Optimism among European fund managers surged in April due to rising economic recovery hopes. European equities have gained favour, though worries about central bank policies potentially triggering a market correction loom large. -
Culture news Not another teen movie: Six-part drama on Brigitte Macron's life confirmed A French production company is working on a TV series on the life of France's first lady, Brigitte Macron. We suggest the ways they might want to dramatise her story. -
France Journalists given rare access to France’s Rubis-class nuclear-powered submarine Built in the 1980s, the submarine is being phased out from the French navy in favour of newer models. -
Sport Two further deaths at the Grand National are a stark reminder that cruel horse races must end Suffering is an almost inevitable outcome, and it is supported with each bet placed — all just for a fleeting flutter, Elisa Allen writes. -
Italy Italy prepares to negotiate terms of fiscal adjustment ahead of EU elections Officials estimate it will take until at least 2026 to get the country's budget deficit below the EU’s 3% limit. -
Culture news John Lennon and Paul McCartney's sons team up for new song ‘Primrose Hill’ Sean Ono Lennon and James McCartney have joined forces - but is their song any good? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 17th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy Eurozone inflation eases: Trends across the continent and ECB rate expectations As new eurozone inflation figures are released, Euronews looks at recent trends in euro area inflation, including shifts in key components, differences among member countries - and market expectations regarding ECB rate cuts. -
Europe News Middle East crisis overshadows EU summit devoted to the economy European Union leaders are gathering in Brussels for a special two-day summit focused on the bloc's economic competitiveness. -
Nature A bottom trawl ban in marine protected areas would be good for everyone The damage caused by bottom trawling should not be underestimated. Marine-protected areas across the world must be properly protected and free of rampant industrialisation, Hugo Tagholm and Nicolas Fournier write. -
Gaza UN calls for €2.6 billion in funding to urgently help 3 million Palestinians in need of food Northern Gaza in particular is rapidly sinking into humanitarian disaster after months of military onslaught and choked aid supplies. -
Culture news Courtney Love: Taylor Swift is ‘not interesting as an artist’ Courtney Love has shared her thoughts on Beyoncé, Lana Del Rey and Taylor Swift - and the fandom isn't best pleased... -
The Big Question The Big Question: Will using the cloud stop us achieving our green targets? ‘Cloud computing already has a bigger footprint than the aviation industry,’ warns Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s Matt Harris. -
United Arab Emirates Storm dumps heaviest rain ever recorded on United Arab Emirates Authorities deployed tankers to pump away the water, but the lack of regular rainfall means many roads lack proper drainage. -
Ukraine Ukraine war: Russian strike hits apartment building, over a dozen killed The bombardment comes at a critical juncture for Ukraine, who is lacking artillery and ammunition. -
Business IKEA opens its first Irish distribution centre to speed up deliveries The Dublin site will mean that IKEA’s business in Ireland will have one of the shortest delivery times in Europe, according to the firm. -
Economy UK inflation drops to two and a half year low as food prices cool Stabilising food inflation and falling house prices both contributed to UK inflation coming down further in March, leading to renewed hopes that the Bank of England might cut rates soon. -
Ukraine How 17-year-old Ukrainian Valeriia escaped a Russian re-education camp 17-year-old Ukrainian Valeriia was abducted to a Russian re-education camp in Crimea. She tells Euronews how she made it back to Ukraine on her own. -
Ukraine Ukrainian president signs controversial law to boost conscription The latest updates on the war in Ukraine. -
Belgium Court allows nationalist gathering in Brussels to proceed, organisers say The first day of the NatCon meeting of hard-right European nationalists was disrupted when police moved in to try and shut it down. -
Business Netflix first quarter earnings preview: Subscriber growth in focus The earnings season for major US tech companies is set to commence with Netflix on 18 April. While Netflix has stopped offering guidance on its subscriber growth, the addition of users remains a pivotal metric for its earnings report. -
Euronews Tech Talks How technology is saving lives in the operating rooms | Europe's Health Tech Pioneers With Dr. Nadine Hachach-Haram's story, we kick off our mini-series on European Health Tech Pioneers. They spearhead breakthroughs, paving the way for the development of various medical technologies that are already impacting our lives. -
Culture news Winston Churchill hated his portrait – and now it’s up for auction We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight so that painters don't botch up my portrait... -
Art Paris’ Centre Pompidou gives modern sculptor Constantin Brancusi his biggest show yet Romanian-born Constantin Brancusi, known as one of the pioneers of modern sculpture, gets his biggest retrospective ever at Paris’ Centre Pompidou, with nearly 200 sculptures on show. -
Markets LVMH stock falls as consumers rein in spending on luxury goods LVMH shares fell at market close on Tuesday after the company failed to cheer investors with its latest financial results. -
Art 2023 art study reveals top-selling contemporary artist and insights into female representation In 2023, Yayoi Kusama of Japan dethroned Britain's David Hockney as the highest-grossing contemporary artist, according to a new art report. -
Europe News Over 70% of EU citizens 'likely' to vote in June elections, new poll shows More than two-thirds of EU citizens say they are "likely" to vote in the upcoming elections to the European Parliament. -
Business Europe's defence dilemma: How much more money needs to be spent? What are the economic implications of heightened security expenditure in Europe? Euronews looks at both the advantages and drawbacks of bolstering defence budgets in the aftermath of the Ukrainian crisis. -
Moments Adult gap years: Why taking a mini-sabbatical might be exactly what you need Cost is a common obstacle for people considering a break, but there are creative ways around it. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 17th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Georgia Clashes and arrests at Georgia protest over so-called 'Russian law' proposals The demonstrations in Georgia's capital, Tbilisi, resulted in clashes that led to injuries among protesters and a police officer.