2024-04-22

Health news

Female patients have lower mortality rates with female doctors - study

Female patients had lower rates of mortality and hospital readmissions when treated by female doctors, a new study suggested.

22/04/2024

Europe News

EU elections: European Socialists' lead candidate holds talks with SPD

June's European Parliament elections will decide where Europe is "heading", said Nicolas Schmit as he met the Social Democratic Party of Germany's leading candidate.

22/04/2024

Europe News

Parliament could lift MEP immunity in Russian influence probe: Metsola

The European Parliament is waiting for national authorities to provide intelligence that could lead to stripping MEPs' of their immunity in the so-called Russiagate probe, President Roberta Metsola told Euronews in an interview on Monday.

22/04/2024

Green News

Budget watchdog enters political fray with warning over petrol car ban

The European Court of Auditors has strongly denied any political intent behind its decision to warn a looming ban on the sale of conventional petrol and diesel cars could lead to an influx of electric car imports from China.

22/04/2024

Scenes

Watch: The ghost-busting couple clearing the ocean of abandoned fishing nets

In partnership with Media City

Bia and her husband Lucas, a Brazilian duo, work together to protect marine life by removing ghost fishing nets from the sea.

22/04/2024

Europe News

Final plenary and farmers: Newsletter

This week's key events presented by senior health and food reporter Gerardo Fortuna

22/04/2024

Climate

These 5 European rivers breached the ‘severe’ flood threshold in 2023

A new Copernicus and WMO report highlights the need for flood defences, the potential for hydropower and the urgency of climate action.

22/04/2024

World

Mike Pence: Russian aggression poses 'serious threat' to Europe

Former Vice President of the US, Mike Pence, joins Euronews Correspondent Stefan Grobe on the Global Conversation to discuss military support for Ukraine, transatlantic relations and collective challenges.

22/04/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | April 22nd – Evening

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

22/04/2024

Green News

Launch of energy efficiency coalition seeks to fill investment gap

Implementation of EU laws to slash energy use and increase efficiency in the bloc’s building stock will require a great amount of financing, according to EU officials.

22/04/2024

Travel News

New train line proposed for Spanish coast linking seaside cities

The extension would make it easier to explore more of the sun-drenched coastline loved by tourists.

22/04/2024

Tech News

TikTok subject to DSA investigation over Lite app, faces suspension

The video sharing platform needs to provide a risk assessment by tomorrow.

22/04/2024

Culture news

Euroviews. Neil Young’s Spotify tiff is a reminder that tech giants always win

As a listener, you might not care. But as an artist, it can be a tough pill to swallow to know that an algorithm, as opposed to human preference, might be behind your success or failure, Jonah Prousky writes.

22/04/2024

Tech News

Dutch government should only use Facebook if data protected - watchdog

The Dutch Data Protection Authority said the government must be able to guarantee that data processing complies with the law.

22/04/2024

Europe News

EU agrees new Iran sanctions to curtail drone and missile production

The European Union has reached a political agreement to tighten sanctions on Iran in retaliation for the recent barrage launched against Israel.

22/04/2024

Tech News

How are Iran’s Shahed drones used on Ukraine’s frontlines?

Here’s a look at how Shahed drones, recently used by Iran amid mounting tensions with Israel, are being used by Russia on Ukraine’s frontlines.

22/04/2024

Travel News

German trains introduce ‘smooch cabins’ and digital seat ‘towels’

State operator Deutsche Bahn will also allow passengers to reserve seats with ‘digital towels’

22/04/2024

Economy

Low-income Europeans facing hard times over housing cost struggle

ECB research shows that more than one-fourth of low-income households expect late payments on their mortgages in the coming months.

22/04/2024

Green News

Belgium issues ultimatum over energy tax reform

A revision of a law setting minimum levies for fuels and electricity promised to bring an end to the era of tax-free energy for airlines and ship operators, but reform has been stalled for years, with EU governments unable to agree on how to update the 20-year-old Energy Taxation Directive.

22/04/2024

Climate Now

What are the health risks of working during a heatwave?

In partnership with Copernicus

From tourist guides to farmers, millions of employees have to work outdoors, even in a heatwave. What's happening inside our bodies, and what health dangers do we face?

22/04/2024

Climate

Climate hazards pose risk for 70% of the world’s workers, report warns

Numerous health conditions from cancer to pesticide poisoning have been linked to climate change.

22/04/2024

Europe News

ECB queries Apple’s promise to open up iPhone payments

Central bankers say pro-competition reforms still wouldn’t ensure seamless service for their new digital euro.

22/04/2024

Ukraine

Large-scale Russian offensive expected soon in Ukraine: ISW

The US think tank warned Moscow's army plans to mount a sweeping offensive as weather conditions on the front improve.

22/04/2024

Health news

Commission approves superbug-busting antibiotic

The European Commission today (22 April) authorised a new antibiotic designed to counter anti-bacterial resistance, one of the biggest health threats the EU is currently facing.

22/04/2024

Business

No need to jump through hoops! Olympics rental boom may be over

Hoteliers and Airbnb owners in the French capital of Paris are lowering their prices ahead of this year's Olympics as supply outstrips demand.

22/04/2024

Europe News

Patriots for Ukraine: Calls grow for EU countries to step up donations

European Union countries who own air defence systems are under pressure to step up their assistance for Ukraine.

22/04/2024

Design

Take a look at the best of Milan Design Fair 2024

Nearly 2000 exhibitors from 35 countries set up camp at Milan's International Furniture Fair - known as Salone del Mobile.

22/04/2024

Travel News

Dubai airport still in chaos after unprecedented flooding

Whether you've been affected by Dubai flight cancellations or a victim of disruption elsewhere, here’s how to make sure you get the compensation you’re entitled to.

22/04/2024

Food and Drink

AI-generated coffee, anyone?

Kaffa, an artisan roastery based in the Finnish capital, has introduced a coffee blend that has been developed by artificial intelligence. The results were surprising...

22/04/2024

Economy

Euroviews. Why EU trade policy and climate are running into the sand

As it finesses its strategy on trade, the EU needs to think how to moderate its sustainability agenda, which is proving too much for its trading partners to swallow, John Clarke writes.

22/04/2024