2024-04-27

Europe News

'We need hope' says German chancellor at EU election campaign kick-off

On Saturday, the Social Democratic Party (SPD) launched its European election campaign in Hamburg, with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and lead candidate for the European elections Katarina Barley both in attendance.

27/04/2024

Europe News

Zelenskyy warns of Russian nuclear risks on Chernobyl anniversary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned on Friday that the safety of Europe's largest nuclear power plant Zaporizhzhia is threatened by Russia's war against Ukraine, as the country marked the 38th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster.

27/04/2024

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WATCH: Pro-Palestinian protests at universities across the world

Students in Paris inspired by Gaza solidarity encampments at campuses in the US blocked access to a campus building at the prestigious Sciences Po university in Paris on Friday, prompting all classes to be held online.

27/04/2024

Europe News

Polish Conservatives warn against 'Brussels elites' ahead of election

Conservative Law and Justice party (PiS) presented its candidates for the European Parliament today in Warsaw. During the convention, PiS politicians warned against the so-called European elites.

27/04/2024

USA

Russia arrests another suspect in Moscow concert hall attack

A Moscow court has detained another suspect as an accomplice in the attack by gunmen on a suburban Moscow concert hall that killed 144 people in March.

27/04/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | April 27th – Evening

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

27/04/2024

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WATCH: Protesters in Taiwan demand closure of nuclear power plants

Around 300 people protested in Taipei City on Saturday against a government plan to extend the use of a nuclear power station in southern Taiwan.

27/04/2024

Europe News

Pope will attend G7 meeting to discuss AI

It is the first time a pontiff will take part in the inner-workings of the G7 Summit.

27/04/2024

Sport

Olympic flame sets sail

A lantern carrying the 2024 Olympic flame has set sail from Greece for France on a 19th century sailing ship.

27/04/2024

The Dialogue

Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi, the art collector supporting gender equality

In partnership with Media City

There is no more passionate advocate for art in the Arab world then Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi. The Emirati curator, professor and columnist is on a mission to share inspiring work from diverse artists and promote the work of women from the region.

27/04/2024

Europe News

Spain's Socialist Party stands behind Sánchez amid resignation fears

The Socialist Party met in Madrid on Saturday to express support toward Pedro Sánchez as thousands in the streets call on their prime minister not to resign.

27/04/2024

Europe News

At least four Ukrainian thermal plants damaged in Russian offensive

Russia launched 21 missiles allegedly targeting Ukrainian energy infrastructure, according to Ukraine’s air force.

27/04/2024

United Kingdom

UK schools forced to rely on teaching assistants to cover absences

Teaching assistants are being asked to take over teaching duties when teachers are absent, without enough help or pay, according to a UNISON report.

27/04/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | April 27th – Midday

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

27/04/2024

Yemen

Yemen's Houthi rebels attack Panama-flagged oil tanker in Red Sea

The Houthis claimed the attack early Saturday in a pre-recorded statement aired by the rebels. Friday's attack is the latest on an offensive carried out by the rebels to show their support toward Palestinians in Gaza.

27/04/2024

Culture news

Stream of the Week: 'Baby Reindeer'

“I felt sorry for her.”

27/04/2024

Denmark

Danish stonemason's eco-friendly gravestones challenge tradition

A Danish stonemason is changing the way cemeteries and funerals contribute to CO2 emissions by designing an eco-friendly gravestone.

27/04/2024

World News

Pro-Palestinian protests take hold in Europe as they intensify in US

Berlin police cleared a pro-Palestinian camp set up in front of the German parliament by activists demanding the government stop arms exports to Israel.

27/04/2024

Poland

Polish and Lithuanian leaders oversee military drills along border

The Suwalki Gap at the border between Poland and Lithuania is considered a threat as it is also a land corridor between Belarus and Russia’s Baltic Sea exclave of Kaliningrad.

27/04/2024

Romania

Andrew Tate faces trial in Romania for human trafficking and rape

Influencer Andrew Tate and his brother face serious charges in Romania, including human trafficking and rape, with legal proceedings ongoing and extradition to the UK pending.

27/04/2024

Tech News

Macron urges Europe-wide social media age restriction of 15

EU data regulations currently state that teenagers must be 16 to have their data processed but member states can decide to lower the age limit.

27/04/2024

Culture news

The best things to do and see (or watch) in Europe this week

The last Caravaggio, St. Vincent's new album and sexy tennis love triangles in Luca Guadagnino 'Challengers'.

27/04/2024

West Bank

Egypt sends delegation to Israel, UN probes 14 UNRWA staffers

All the latest developments on the war in Ukraine.

27/04/2024

Climate

Why was Russia caught off guard by huge floods this month?

Mass floods in Russia have thrown a spotlight on the country’s approach to managing the increasing risks it faces from climate change.

27/04/2024

Economy

Wealth report: What are the richest people investing in this year?

A total of $483 billion (€443.5 billion) is waiting to be invested in 2024 across the globe. What's the smart money on?

27/04/2024

World News

European elections: Are national issues overshadowing European ones?

Will voters really have the EU itself in mind when they cast their ballot at the European elections in June?

27/04/2024

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? MEPs check out of Strasbourg after 5 eventful years

This edition comes to you from Strasbourg where MEPs voted on no fewer than 90 files.

27/04/2024

Travel News

Is naked yoga on your bucket list? Now is the time to try it

The UK-based teacher says opening up to the practice of naked yoga has broadened the minds of clients worldwide.

27/04/2024