2024-06-14

Tech News

Tesla shareholders sue Musk for diverting resources to xAI

It comes just after the billionaire dropped his own lawsuit against ChatGPT maker OpenAI of which he was an original investor.

14/06/2024

Europe News

Von der Leyen to recuse herself as leaders discuss EU top jobs

Following the elections to the European Parliament, the 27 leaders are set to haggle over the bloc's political leadership for the next five years.

14/06/2024

Culture news

Film of the Week: 'Treasure' - Stephen Fry can't redeem this misfire

This frustratingly aimless road movie attempts to delve into hereditary trauma and the legacy of the Holocaust. Its well-meaning efforts are undercut by a script that makes the central protagonist completely insufferable.

14/06/2024

Economy

Why is Germany opposed to EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles?

German automobile manufacturers such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen could be badly hit by retaliatory tariffs because they all have massive production plants in China.

14/06/2024

Tech News

Microsoft pauses new controversial AI feature over security concerns

The Recall feature is supposed to sort through your emails but it does so by making a screenshot of everything you do.

14/06/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | June 14th – Midday

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

14/06/2024

Cuba

Cubans line up in Havana to board Russian military warship

A fleet of Russian warships reached Cuban waters on Wednesday ahead of planned military exercises in the Caribbean.

14/06/2024

United Kingdom

Nigel Farage’s populists overtake Conservatives, polls show

Reform, which is run and largely funded by multimillionaire businessman Richard Tice, has a largely populist agenda that aims to attract voters on both the far left and the far right.

14/06/2024

Culture news

Naomi Klein and V. V. Ganeshananthan win Women's Prize literary awards

Klein thanked the prize for “not shying away from controversy” and continues to back calls for book festivals to stop taking money from companies with investments in fossil fuels or Israel’s defense sector.

14/06/2024

Nature

Euroviews. EU and national leaders must act urgently to protect Europe’s nature

We know from experience that European rules lead to action. The Nature Restoration Law is legislation that benefits anyone and everyone living in Europe, Deputy Mayor of Ghent Tine Heyse writes.

14/06/2024

Gaza

No Gaza ceasefire on the horizon as negotiations continue

A proposed ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas has been raising hopes that eight months of fighting could soon come to an end.

14/06/2024

Health news

Respiratory diseases plague Kenya as people cook with firewood

Experts say cooking with cheap biomass like firewood is a big part of the problem.

14/06/2024

Culture news

Taylor Swift announces the end of an Era(s Tour)

The end is nigh for what is already the highest-grossing tour of all time...

14/06/2024

Markets

Weekly markets recap: European stocks sink on political jitters

Global markets were mixed this week as European stocks tumbled on political turmoil, while Wall Street hit a new high fueled by a tech rally.

14/06/2024

Business

US fines Emirates €1.6m for flights that passed too low over Iraq

The Transportation Department said Thursday that it fined Middle Eastern airline Emirates €1.6 million ($1.8m) for flights in regions off-limits to US airlines while it allowed JetBlue Airways to sell seats on the planes.

14/06/2024

Europe News

G7 ramps up Ukraine support ahead of Pope Francis' summit arrival

Leaders of the Group of Seven leading industrialised nations are now turning their attention to migration on the second day of their summit on Friday.

14/06/2024

Economy

Beer prices in Europe: How much will fans pay during the 2024 Euros?

Beer prices vary widely across European capitals, with the highest costs found in the Nordic region, the UK, and France. The rankings shift significantly when considering the price level for alcoholic beverages calculated using purchasing power parities.

14/06/2024

Saudi Arabia

Millions of Muslims officially start Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca

Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia that is required once in a lifetime of every Muslim who can afford it and is physically able to make it.

14/06/2024

Business

Elon Musk wins backing of shareholders on Є52 billion pay package

Tesla’s shareholders voted to reinstate CEO Elon Musk’s $55.8 billion (€52 billion) pay package, which was rejected by a judge in Delaware earlier this year. Investors also approved the relocation of the company’s incorporation to Texas.

14/06/2024

Europe News

Election aftermath - MEPs to watch on economic and financial policy

The European Parliament is establishing new political groups and leadership, with the first constituent plenary session on 16-19 July - Euronews has earmarked MEPs likely to shape economic and finance policy in the new assembly.

14/06/2024

Radio Schuman

Does the centre-right need to work with the far-right?

Ursula von der Leyen needs the endorsement of the European Council and the simple majority at the European Parliament to get re-elected European Commission president. How much does she need the votes of far-right parties?

14/06/2024

Tech News

Election aftermath - Parliament impact on tech

Most key tech lawmakers are returning, but there are some surprising new arrivals.

14/06/2024

Lifestyle

Euro 2024: The teams bringing the best style to the pitch

Euro 2024 is upon us and it’s a sartorial feast to enjoy. Here’s Euronews Culture’s ranking of the most optically pleasing football kits.

14/06/2024

Travel News

How to protect yourself from mosquitoes as dengue cases rise

Local and imported cases of the virus soared last year - here’s how to keep safe.

14/06/2024

Sport

Ready for Euro 2024? Challenge yourself with our football quiz

Feeling ready for Euro 2024? Check out our questions to see how much you know about the tournament and its history!

14/06/2024

Business

Lufthansa close to getting go-ahead for Italy's ITA Airways deal

Lufthansa wants the move to strengthen its position in Europe's fast-growing aviation market. It has assured the EU that the takeover will not have adverse effects on fair competition on long-haul routes.

14/06/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | June 14th – Morning

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

14/06/2024

Europe News

Zelenskyy thanks G7 leaders for €46 billion loan package

Ukraine's leader signed a 10-year security deal with US President Joe Biden that both sides hailed as a milestone in relations and is designed, according to Biden, to "strengthen Ukraine's defence and deterrence capabilities." He also inked a similar deal with Japan worth €4.1 billion this year.

14/06/2024