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How did Iran's president end up on nearly 50-year-old US helicopter?
The US-made Bell 212 that crashed on Sunday with President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and several members of their entourage on board was most likely purchased during the rule of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi.
Inquiry on UK's infected blood scandal slams government failings
The UK prime minister issued an apology in the House of Commons, promising to compensate victims for the government's failings.
What's next for Iran after president died in helicopter crash?
Reports that Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian died in a helicopter crash sent shockwaves around the region.
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Ryanair sees profits grow, predicts cheaper-than-expected summer fares
Yearly earnings for the budget airline are at a record level despite rises in fuel prices, higher staffing costs and delivery delays.
Astronomers find new Earth-sized exoplanet 55 light-years away
The research team plans to study the exoplanet’s surface using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
London court says Assange can appeal extradition to the US
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has grounds to appeal his extradition to the United States, London's High Court ruled.
Markets watch oil prices after death of Iranian president
President Raisi was expected to succeed Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khameini. He was once sanctioned by the US for the mass execution of political prisoners in the 1980s.
First Black astronaut candidate Ed Dwight reaches space at age 90
He is the oldest person to reach the edge of space.
Taiwan's new president warns against China's annexation goals
William Lai has been inaugurated as Taiwan's new president, promising to deepen ties with other democracies around the world.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs admits assaulting ex-girlfriend
The rapper and record-producer apologised after CNN released a video of him attacking his ex-girlfriend Cassie.
Uber offers London drivers cash incentives to switch to EVs
Ride hailing company to offer drivers EV drivers reduced rate charging.
Why is Catalan question affecting European elections in Spain?
The recent elections in Catalonia have set the political scene in Spain ahead of the next European vote. Talks on the future regional government will influence the campaign for the seats in Brussels. The Euronews Superpoll suggests the centre-right has an advantage, followed by the socialists.
Woman refinds her voice with AI after illness left her unable to talk
While artificial intelligence (AI) voice cloning has caused concern, the use of OpenAI's new tech could help people affected by strokes and tumours.
Fake news on the rise as the European elections draw near
Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk, the shooting of Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico and new EU anti-money laundering rules have all been the target of misinformation recently.
Europe's best and worst property markets: Where to invest in 2024?
Rental yield, the annual return from renting out a property, is key for real estate investors. Higher yields mean better returns. Euronews looks at which European countries offer the best returns, and which offer the least.
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Ahead in the markets: manufacturing PMIs, UK CPI and Nvidia earnings
In the week ahead, global manufacturing PMIs, inflation data from the United Kingdom (UK), and Nvidia’s quarterly results will be in the spotlight for the financial markets.
Iranian president killed in helicopter crash
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter crashed in the mountainous northwest of Iran on Sunday.