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US food giant Mondelēz fined €337.5m for breaching bloc’s antitrust rules
The EU executive has sanctioned the maker of products such as Oreo and Toblerone for restricting cross-border trade of chocolate, biscuits and coffee within the Single Market.
Return to calm is priority in riots-hit New Caledonia, Macron says
Paris has deployed around 3,000 gendarmes, police and other security forces to the archipelago since the violence began on 13 May.
ASML and Eindhoven Tech University launch semiconductor agreement
Europe’s most valuable tech firm is working with a Dutch university to bolster chipmaking capabilities following threats of relocation.
#TikTokShortFilm competition returns for a third year at Cannes
With over 75,000 videos submitted from 55 countries, TikTok announced the winners of the #TikTokShortFilm competition at this year's Cannes Film Festival.
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France planning an AI revolution but there are obstacles to overcome
As VivaTech 2024 gets underway, France announced its intention to become a world leader in AI. But investment and regulation remain an obstacle.
Angelina Jolie forced to release NDAs: What might they reveal?
Angelina Jolie must produce eight years’ worth of non-disclosure agreements, a court has ordered, as part of her legal battle with ex-husband Brad Pitt over their French winery.
Clarity on head of AI Office likely after summer
EU Commission starts recruiting national experts, lawyers for AI Office.
Bosnian Serb leader threatens secession ahead of UN genocide vote
The leader of Bosnia’s Serb-controlled territory reiterated a threat to secede from the Balkan country on Wednesday, a day ahead of UN vote on whether to establish an annual memorial day for the 1995 Bosnian genocide.
Hargreaves Lansdown rejects private equity takeover bid
The UK investment platform says the offer from a group including the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority undervalues the firm.
Home care workers see no retirement horizon, report claims
Report shows more than 60% of home care workers don’t believe their jobs are sustainable until retirement, flags low pay, long working hours and mental health challenges as main barriers.
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EPP leads European polls while far right makes dramatic gains
An abrupt shift to the political right is likely to mean the next head of the European Commission will be a conservative — but the right-wing camp is affected by many political rifts, some, almost insurmountable, exclusive Euronews superpoll shows.
Eurozone business activity up the most in a year: Is a recovery here?
Private sector activity in the Eurozone grew at the fastest pace in a year in May. Germany's services and manufacturing sectors exceeded expectations, while France's services sector slowed.
Space cargo contracts offer ESA chance of relaunch, says astronaut
Faced with fierce competition in space from the US, China and India, Europe is stepping up its efforts to secure a place in the emerging space economy by boosting the development of its own space capabilities - but how, when and by what means?
Orange juice prices soar as poor weather squeezes citrus crops
Orange juice prices have risen by 77% because of a drop in production in the main growing regions. There are concerns that orange juice and its fruit will be out of reach for many consumers.
Mattel honours Venus Williams and 8 other athletes with Barbie dolls
Alongside Venus Williams, the collection will feature gymnasts Rebeca Andrade and Alexa Moreno, football players Mary Fowler and Christine Sinclair, and more.
Tornado rips through wind farm: How often do wind turbines fall down?
Experts explain how designers account for extreme weather.
Nvidia's earnings top market forecasts as AI demand soars
Nvidia has reported April-quarter earnings that topped market forecasts. The chipmaker announced a 10-for-1 stock split as the share price surpassed $1,000 (€923).
What Europe needs to know about Taiwan's new president
William Lai, Taiwan's new president, has vowed to strike more investment deals, support Ukraine and partner up with other democracies.
Communities in Portugal’s drought-prone Algarve region take water management into their own hands
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Water, an essential natural resource to life on earth, is under threat. Water scarcity and insecurity, driven largely by climate change, have become critical issues worldwide, further exacerbated by inefficiencies in water use and management.
Minimum pay schemes freezing out Europe’s youth, says report
Young people face potential exclusion "by design" from access to minimum income schemes, says a new report, despite the latest available data showing that nearly one in five people aged 16 to 29 in the EU are at risk of poverty or social exclusion.
AI, innovation, and talent: What tech wants from Europe’s elections
Euronews Next speaks to start-ups and tech organisations to see what they expect from Europe’s next parliament.
Baltic Sea countries remain vigilant after Moscow mulls border changes
Baltic leaders reacted warily on Wednesday to reports that Russia could revise the borders of its territorial waters in the region.
Electric dreams: Which cars are EU consumers buying?
Car registrations in the European Union grew by almost 14% year-on-year this April, with petrol vehicles losing market share.
How a grain silo became home to the largest collection of Nordic art
Home to the largest collection of Nordic art, a converted grain silo is putting Kristiansand on Europe's cultural map.
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At least 12 people injured after Russian missile strike on Kharkiv
Meanwhile in the Ukrainian village of Rig, two people have been killed and several more buried under rubble - including a ten-year-old boy.