29 April 2024 | Euronews
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Europe News Three key moments from the first debate with lead EU candidates The lead candidates in the European elections faced off against each other in the first debate of the race, haggling over the Green Deal, the Israel-Hamas war, irregular migration, artificial intelligence and TikTok, among others. -
Europe News Strack-Zimmermann blasts von der Leyen for dragging her feet on defence policy Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, one of the lead candidates in the European elections, has issued a blistering verdict of Ursula von der Leyen's first term in office. -
Scenes Watch: The inventor empowering schoolchildren with light in Zimbabwe Aluwaine Tanaka Manyonga created the Chigubhu Lantern, a solar-powered LED light from recycled waste -
No Comment WATCH: Heatwave prompts Philippines to order millions to stay home from school Millions of students in all public schools across the Philippines were ordered to stay home on Monday after authorities cancelled in-person classes for two days as an emergency step due to the scorching heat and a public transport strike. -
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Spain Spain's Sanchez says he intends to continue as PM Sanchez took five days off to think about his future, following the decision by a court to open preliminary proceedings against his wife Begona Gomez on corruption allegations. -
Earth News Bulgaria and Poland to increase climate adaptation and just transition efforts, Commission says Bulgaria and Poland's energy and climate plans still need to fill some gaps. -
Earth News 91% of Europe’s cities are looking to nature-based solutions to fight climate change Cities are home to a majority of Europe’s population and are particularly vulnerable to the consequences of climate change. -
No Comment State of emergency in Oklahoma as tornadoes kill at least four At least four people are dead after a tornado swept through Oklahoma late on Saturday, levelling buildings, trees and knocking out power for tens of thousands of residents. -
Tech News Financial Times becomes latest media outlet to enter into partnership with OpenAI The British newspaper has joined a list of news organisations entering into a content licensing agreement with OpenAI. -
Tech News Computer game may help students better spot disinformation, new study shows A computer game where you play the bad guys can help students better spot disinformation techniques, a new study shows. -
Nature Wild corals are suffering from heat stress. Could this Netherland’s zoo project come to the rescue? A Netherlands zoo has planted self-bred corals that could one day repopulate heat stressed reefs. -
Travel News ‘Disgusting’: Namibian authorities fume after naked tourists strip off at Big Daddy dune Tourism authorities have slammed the unidentified men for disrespecting the country’s laws and traditions. -
Travel News Heathrow strikes: Airport Border Force staff begin four day walkout Many staff members at the UK’s busiest airport will strike over changes unions say are unfair - here’s when and why it’s happening. -
Ukraine NATO chief slams slow delivery of arms for Ukraine NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg promised Kyiv more military support was on its way. -
Libya A weak, Kremlin-influenced Libya is a threat to NATO and European security Russia's pursuit of a naval presence in Libya's eastern region, likely to culminate into a base for its nuclear submarines, provides Moscow with more than just a strategic outpost looking towards the entire EU, Hafed Al-Ghwell writes. -
Economy Spanish inflation hits three-month high as costs bite into food and gas prices German inflation, on the other hand, remained at almost three-year lows, as services inflation slowed further. -
Culture news Messi, the dog from 'Anatomy of a Fall', is getting his own TV show at Cannes this year There are no words. Just excitement, as Anatomy of a Fall's Messi gets his very own TV show in Cannes this year. -
Nature Activist who led grassroots campaign to save Europe’s largest saltwater lagoon wins ‘Green Nobel’ Teresa Vicente’s campaign saw nearly 640,000 people back a law granting legal protection to the Mar Menor. -
Moments Champs-Élysées set to turn into huge picnic site: Here’s how to get involved The event on Paris’s Champs-Élysées is open to all - but only 4,000 people will win access to the giant picnic. -
Europe News Nine on trial in Germany over alleged far-right coup plot Nine people charged with terrorism in connection with an alleged far-right plot to topple the German government went on trial on Monday in one of three linked cases. -
Markets Turkey in talks with US firm ExxonMobile over multibillion-dollar LNG deal As Turkey's relations with the US become easier, Ankara is looking at a change of direction from Moscow for its gas supplies. -
Business Over 90% of wealthiest bankers are men, EU figures show The number of banking millionaires is on the rise, according to the European Banking Authority – but women don’t seem to be benefiting. -
Culture news The Rolling Stones rock out in Houston as they begin their latest tour The Rolling Stones have started their new '24 Hackney Diamonds' in Houston, Texas. And what a show it was. -
Smart Regions Ports in Baltic Sea cut emissions with novel maritime traffic system The Port Activity App, developed as part of the European 'EfficientFlow' project, allows merchants to coordinate port calls and save on fuel. -
Culture news Archaeologists unearth Greek helmet which may rewrite history of ancient tribal people The Greek helmet hints at an important and powerful culture before the arrival of the Romans. -
Markets Record year for French firms signing up to share buyback scheme. Why was that? French companies are buying back their shares like never before. Reportedly, the French government is planning to tax these buybacks. -
Culture news Aaron Sorkin’s ‘The Social Network’ sequel: ‘I blame Facebook for January 6’ The Oscar-winning writer of 'The Social Network' is working on a follow-up movie about Facebook that will explore the company's role in the 6 January 2021 assault on the US Capitol. -
United Kingdom Scotland's first minister quits rather than face no confidence vote After torpedoing a relationship with the Greens and alienating his party, Scotland's first minister Humza Yousaf was due to face a vote of no-confidence later this week – but instead pre-emptively quit Parliament. Someone else at the "helm" would be a better fit as first minister, he said. -
Europe News European Union must enlarge or face 'new Iron Curtain,' President Michel warns The European Union must get bigger or risk facing a "new Iron Curtain" along its eastern flank, European Council President Charles Michel said Monday as the bloc marks 20 years since its largest ever enlargement. -
Europe News UK and Irish ministers to meet amidst migration row The meeting between the Irish Minister for Justice Helen McEntee and the British Home Secretary James Cleverly was postponed last minute on Sunday evening. -
Culture news Happy International Dance Day! Here’s how you can celebrate (even if you’ve two left feet) It’s International Dance Day on 29 April, a time to celebrate the art of movement! Here's how to celebrate in Europe and online - even if you've got two left feet. -
Business Who in Europe is investing the most in artificial intelligence? Europe faces challenges in the adoption of artificial intelligence, including regulatory barriers and a shortage of skilled professionals. The Next Generation EU has committed €4.4 billion to AI initiatives, with two Southern European countries leading the way. -
Russia Seven killed, including two police officers, after militants attack checkpoint in Russia The same gunmen had previously attacked another checkpoint a week earlier, according to Russian authorities. -
Culture news Gérard Depardieu taken into custody following sexual assault accusations French actor Gérard Depardieu has been taken into custody following two more accusations of sexual assault, according to local French media. -
Health news 3 HIV cases linked to 'vampire facials' at US spa, CDC says Three patients had HIV cases that were linked to facials at a spa in New Mexico. -
Europe News Brussels’ trillion-euro budget may need expanding, Commissioner says EU resources are under strain, given the need to invest in defence, climate change and a possible expansion to Ukraine. -
Climate Keep fossil fuel lobbyists out of policymaking — just as we did with the tobacco industry It is impossible to ignore the evidence of the harm caused by big oil and gas companies. Turning to them to decrease dependency on fossil fuels is like asking the tobacco industry for advice on how to stop smoking, Anna Gilmore writes. -
Culture news Literary quarantine: National Library of France removes books believed to be laced with arsenic Four books have been quarantined in the National Library of France. Here’s why. Warning: Spoilers for the book and film 'The Name of the Rose'. -
Israel War in Gaza: 22 people killed in Israeli airstrikes in Rafah The latest developments from the Israel- Hamas war. -
Europe News All eyes on Ursula von der Leyen as EU lead candidates get ready to debate The top contenders to preside over the European Commission are on Monday scheduled to face off against the incumbent – and frontrunner. -
Business France looks to take over key assets from troubled tech company Atos The French government has sent a letter of intent to the heavily indebted technology company, offering to pay up to €1 billion for three key assets, to keep them in national hands. -
Tech News Austrian NGO files privacy complaint over ChatGPT OpenAI accused of being unable to correct to false information used by its popular chatbot. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 29th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news Titanic's wealthiest passenger's gold pocket watch sells for record-breaking €1.4 million Other notable items in the auction included the valise holding the band leader's violin and a pocketbook documenting the Titanic’s voyages. -
Europe News Green claims wrangling, Newsletter This week's key events presented by senior energy and environment reporter Robert Hodgson -
Business Tesla's Musk in China as rivals reveal new electric cars at Beijing auto show Musk is viewed in China as a favourable contrast to the stern statements from US officials, particularly during the recent visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. -
Nature Europe has to set aside the pesticides row and turn toward sustainable agricultural solutions The stakes are too high, the issues too intricate, and the world too dependent on us taking the right actions for us to work in silos, or isolation — or worse, for us to stand divided, Olivier de Matos writes. -
Europe News Spain's prime minister Pedro Sánchez says he'll continue in office Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has decided to remain in office with "even more strength" after a period of reflection. -
Culture news Omar Sy: Too much individualism in France fueling rise of far-right During interviews promoting his new book "Viens, on se parle", the French actor has spoken out about the ills of the far-right in France, how to address it, and how it can be difficult to be Black in French society. -
Iraq EU denounces Iraqi law threatening LGBTQ+ community with prison The law imposes 10 to 15-year prison sentences for same-sex relationships and lesser penalties for gender-transition procedures or advocacy for certain organisations. -
Culture news Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi sentenced to death for protesting against government Popular rapper Toomaj Salehi has been sentenced to death in Iran, for supporting nationwide protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini. -
Europe News Ukraine expands martial law in a bid to boost defences near occupied areas Kyiv notified the Council of Europe of changes to its martial law, in effect since February 2022. -
Culture news Cannes 2024: Full Competition Jury announced - featuring Omar Sy, Lily Gladstone and Eva Green Eva Green, Lily Gladstone, Omar Sy and Hirokazu Kore-eda are amongst this year's Cannes Competition Jury members, joining 'Barbie' director Greta Gerwig. -
Georgia Thousands protest in Georgia against controversial foreign influence law Georgia’s President Salome Zourabichvili has said she would veto the law if it is passed by parliament but the ruling party can override the veto by collecting 76 votes. -
World News International Criminal Court considering issuing arrest warrant for Netanyahu The International Criminal Court is probing Israel's actions in the West Bank and Gaza, independent of other cases at the International Court of Justice, such as South Africa's genocide claims against Israel in Gaza. -
Europe News Protests erupt in Italy as G7 ministers meet to discuss climate crisis The Group of Seven will meet in Turin on Monday, in the first big session of environment talks since the world pledged to transition away from coal, oil and gas at the UN's COP28 climate summit in December. -
The Big Question ‘Don’t make it a hassle to invest in Europe’: Why has the EU fallen behind its competitors? “None of those goals will be achievable if we don't get back into a growth mode in Europe,” says Business Europe President, Fredrik Persson -
Markets Markets this week: Focus will be on Eurozone CPI and Fed Rate Decision This week, the financial market will centre on the Eurozone's flash CPI data for insights into the ECB's rate path, while attention will also be on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy meeting to gauge investment sentiment. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 29th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Pope Francis speaks about struggles facing people of Haiti during Venice mass The pontiff also voiced concerns about the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza and expressed concerns about the welfare of Rohingya, thousands of whom have fled a bloody military crackdown in Myanmar. -
The Cube Fact-check: Can hackers steal fingerprints from selfies? A video circulating on social media is warning people to avoid doing the peace sign when posing for selfies, in case fraudsters take copies of their fingerprints to hack into their data. The Cube spoke to experts to find out more. -
Earth News ‘If we don’t act, who will?’: Meet the French activists who stormed a forever chemical plant Euronews Green followed members of Extinction Rebellion as they prepared to break into French chemical giant Arkema. -
Moments Dreaming of a flight upgrade? Here are Europe’s most affordable business class ticket options New research shows that four European airlines offer the most affordable business class flights compared to the cost of economy tickets.