2024-06-08

Europe News

Danish PM cancels political events following assault

Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen cancelled campaign events on the eve of European elections.

08/06/2024

Europe News

Tens of thousands of Hungarians attend opposition leader's rally

A rising political newcomer hoping to deal a blow to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán mobilised tens of thousands of supporters in Budapest on Saturday.

08/06/2024

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Latest news bulletin | June 8th – Evening

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

08/06/2024

France

100 year old US war veteran marries his 96 year old sweetheart

World War II veteran Harold Terens and Jeanne Swerlin proved that love is eternal as they tied the knot inland of the D-Day beaches in Normandy.

08/06/2024

Europe News

Ukraine dominates President Biden's state visit to France

U.S. and French officials, who said Ukraine would be at the top of Saturday's agenda, also stressed the strength of their alliance.

08/06/2024

Art

Shortlist for London's transatlantic slavery memorial revealed

Six artists have been shortlisted to create a London memorial to the victims of the transatlantic slave trade – with the public now able to vote for their favourite.

08/06/2024

Tech News

AI chatbots are ‘intentionally’ spreading election disinformation

An updated report has concluded that most tech companies have not made enough changes to their platforms to stop them spreading false information.

08/06/2024

World News

EU Elections: Voter turnout was just 50% last time - will it rise?

According to the Euronews Polls Centre young voters could raise the turnout in France and Germany.

08/06/2024

Culture news

Culture Re-View: Looking back on the cultural impact of '1984'

On this day 75 years ago George Orwell's dystopian classic‘Nineteen Eighty-Four’ was published. Many aspects of the English writer and journalist's foreboding tale have passed into everyday language and the book's central message still bears chilling relevance.

08/06/2024

Russia

Emmanuel Macron demands Russia releases jailed French citizen

The French President said Moscow must free Laurent Vinatier from prison, after he was jailed on Friday for allegedly handling sensitive military data.

08/06/2024

Gaza

Israel rescues four hostages from Gaza in deadly operation

Israel said on Saturday it rescued four hostages from Deir Al Balah in Gaza. Intense fighting in the area killed dozens of Palestinians.

08/06/2024

This will impact your life

Everything you need to know: Your guide to the 2024 European elections

The European elections may be in full swing, but getting to grips with how they work isn't always easy. This guide from Euronews tells you everything you need to know.

08/06/2024

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Latest news bulletin | June 8th – Midday

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08/06/2024

Culture news

Meloni attends the opera after UNESCO says it's a global treasure

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni listened to an opera performance in Verona on Friday night as it was recognised by UNESCO as a global cultural treasure.

08/06/2024

Culture news

The Beatles biopics: Who are rumoured to be the Fab Four on screen?

Sam Mendes’ four Beatles biopics have reportedly got a cast. It looks mighty promising. However, the rumoured casting is not to everyone’s liking...

08/06/2024

Greece

British TV presenter remains missing on Greek island of Symi

Greek rescue teams are still searching for Michael Mosley, a well-known British television doctor who was last seen on Wednesday near a beach on Symi.

08/06/2024

Ukraine

Could a strong EU hard-right undermine Ukraine's war effort?

With rising death rates and ongoing mobilisation struggles, Ukrainians fear a new set of EU politicians could slash support for their already difficult war.

08/06/2024

Indonesia

Starlink's satellite internet service is launched in Indonesia

Elon Musk was on the island of Bali on Sunday as Starlink's satellite internet service was launched in the world's fourth most populated country.

08/06/2024

Culture news

The 10 Mr. Men and Little Miss characters with the worst vibes

As two more characters are added to the Mr. Men and Little Miss series, we look at which characters deserve to be thrown into space.

08/06/2024

Yemen

Yemen's Houthi rebels detain 11 UN local staff members

It's unclear what exactly sparked the detentions. Former US embassy employees were detained in 2021 by the Houthis and have not been released.

08/06/2024

Culture news

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

A crucifixion with coat hangers, Glen Powell's new anti-romcom and one of France's best music festivals.

08/06/2024

Europe News

EU elections: Slovakian poll stays open late; Latvia, Malta closed

Slovakia, Latvia and the smallest EU member Malta opened their polls on the third day of elections. In the afternoon the crucial Italian vote got underway, with prime minister Giorgia Meloni and her right-wing Brothers of Italy party hoping to cement their position as powerbroker in Brussels.

08/06/2024

Eco-Innovation

Solar should be at the heart of Ukraine’s recovery, campaigners say

Campaigners are calling for a solar energy Marshall Plan ahead of the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Berlin next week.

08/06/2024

Belgium

EU elections poll: Conservatives top, far-right surge, liberals down

According to the polls conducted in eight representative EU countries, the next European Parliament will shift to the right. Yet, the moderate forces will have their say in crafting coalitions and temporary alliances to make the parliament functional.

08/06/2024

Experiences

Where to go for an ocean-friendly holiday in Europe

Here's how to explore Europe’s oceans responsibly this summer.

08/06/2024

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Latest news bulletin | June 8th – Morning

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

08/06/2024

Economy

Manganese batteries: Could they be the main driver for EVs?

Lithium batteries are expensive to produce, and can be hard to recycle. There are also claims that mining for lithium is dangerous. Manufacturers are looking at other metals to see what they can offer.

08/06/2024

Europe News

UK political parties snipe over Brexit, immigration at first TV debate

Representatives of seven major political parties clash over the economy, the NHS, Brexit and climate policy with the fiercest debate concerning immigration.

08/06/2024