26 June 2024 | Euronews
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No Comment WATCH: Rapid storms cause chaos in Switzerland Thunderstorms caused flooding in Morges, Liestal, and Schaffhausen, Switzerland, prompting numerous firefighter operations. -
Europe News Orban meets Macron ahead of Hungary's EU Presidency Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban met with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss support for Ukraine and other key issues before Hungary's EU presidency commences on 1 July. -
No Comment WATCH: NASA enhances weather observation with GOES-U satellite launch NASA launched the GOES-U weather satellite on a Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center. -
Markets Europe's GRANOLAS: How do they perform against the US's Magnificent Seven? GRANOLAS is an acronym coined by Goldman Sachs during the first European lockdown in 2020, representing the largest European companies by market cap at that time. -
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No Comment WATCH: Spanish Steps painted red in protest against femicides Police detained activists who poured red paint down Rome's Spanish Steps to raise awareness about femicides in Italy. -
Europe News Freed from arrest in Hungary, Italian activist Salis joins European Parliament The Italian leftist activist was granted immunity after being elected an MEP. The European Parliament's plenary session will decide whether to suspend her immunity. -
World News Kenya's president Ruto withdraws finance bill after deadly protests The apparent concession came to pass after at least 22 people were killed and scores injured in violent protests in the capital of Nairobi. -
Earth News EU net-zero cities plan needs €650bn investment, warns partner An ambitious EU project to transform over 100 European municipalities into net-zero 'climate cities' by the end of the decade will depend on a rapid mobilisation of public and private investment. -
Business ‘Trust drives growth and action earns trust’: Why transparency is important as ever for companies To remain relevant, brands must actively engage with controversial topics like sustainability and politics. The CEO of the world’s largest public relations firm explains how companies can navigate these complex issues. -
Travel News Always wanted to move to Sweden? This town is offering land for 10 cents a square metre Göten has an aging population and low birth rate but it’s popular with tourists. -
Sport Euro 2024: Eyes on the knockouts! Georgia reach miraculous qualification after 2-0 Portugal win Georgia have reached a historic qualification in their first-ever Euro championship. Turkey are also through after 2-1 Czech-Republic win. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | June 26th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news SXSW drops US Army as sponsor for 2025 festival following boycotts over Israel-Hamas war South by Southwest - or SXSW - the annual US conglomeration of parallel film, interactive media, and music festivals has dropped its US Army sponsor following protests at this year's event. -
Europe News France's Greens urge presidential coalition to block far right in second round The Greens want a commitment from parties in Prime Minister Gabriel Attal's coalition to drop out of the race in the second round if it means blocking the far-right National Rally. -
Europe Decoded Justice must prevail against Denmark’s ‘ghetto laws’ A ruling in our favour would also have wider resonance for similar neighbourhoods across Denmark whose cases are currently on hold awaiting this decision, Majken Felle writes. -
Travel News Lufthansa is adding up to €72 to ticket prices to pay for sustainable fuel it is one of the first in Europe to introduce a fee like this but it could be a sign of things to come from other airlines. -
Europe News Europe seeks solutions to remedy increase in space debris Several EU countries, such as Germany and France, already have space laws, but Brussels will present the first European Space Law in the coming months. -
Lifestyle 'LOEWE x Suna Fujita' wins inaugural Luxury & Lifestyle Grand Prix at Cannes Lions The Grand Prix was awarded to “LOEWE x Suna Fujita,” a collaboration between Spanish luxury fashion house LOEWE and and Japanese artisanal ceramicist studio Suna Fujita. -
Earth News GMO reform in doubt after failed bid to break government deadlock Anti-GMO campaigners say the latest failure by governments to agree on lighter controls for gene-edited crops gives time to consider risks and alternatives, but seed producers say the EU risks falling behind in global competition. -
Europe News Zelenskyy tightens grip on absent officials amid escalating conflict Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has taken a tough stance on officials neglecting frontline duties while Russian attacks in Donetsk escalate. -
Climate Geothermal power could be 'massively impactful for global decarbonisation' as US plant gets a boost Geothermal power could no longer be a ‘niche’ clean energy source as a US company gains new backing. -
Economy French consumer sentiment takes a dip ahead of elections Consumers worried during June about the future and their standard of living, with several expecting to be able to save less in the foreseeable future. -
Ukraine What's at stake for Europe in Ukraine's EU membership talks? A new budget, rule of law, defence, and security are the top priorities for opening the European Union's gates to Kyiv. Will Ukraine and the EU be up to the challenge? -
Euronews Tech Talks Could 3-day workweeks be possible thanks to advanced quantum computing? | Euronews Tech Talks Could a three-day week be the routine of an average European with advanced quantum computing? We spoke with experts on the continent. -
No Comment WATCH: First moments of freedom for Julian Asange Video shows Wikileaks founder leaving court in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, and landing in Canberra, Australia, where he is greeted by his wife, Stella. -
Europe News Danish livestock farmers to be taxed for cow and pig-made greenhouse gases The Scandinavian country pitched a 'flatulence tax' scheme, which was met with industry-wide support and is expected to be carried by the national parliament. -
Qatar 365 Qatar, a key step for mixed martial arts in the Middle East Mixed martial arts keep growing in popularity in Qatar. The Gulf region stands as a promising market for international organisations like ONE and PFL. -
Lifestyle Champagne burlesque, capes and art deco chic: Highlights from day two of Paris Haute Couture Week Day two of Paris Haute Couture brought champagne celebrations, theatrical elegance and timeless tailoring from the likes of Giorgio Armani, Stéphane Rolland and Alexis Mabille. -
Europe News EU's radical right wing could fragment further as parties negotiate new groupings Two new groups could emerge from the ongoing post-election negotiations. -
Europe News Hungary blocks joint EU statement denouncing Russia's media ban Der Spiegel, Le Monde and RAI are among the outlets blacklisted by Russia. -
Tech News Meta ‘respects’ regulator decision to pause AI tool in EU as it eyes growth Facebook and Instagram owner Meta says there’s a huge opportunity in the “super competitive” artificial intelligence (AI) market, with the tech giant spending up to €37 billion this year on developing infrastructure. -
United Kingdom No re-joining but renewed ties: Would a Labour election win bring UK and EU closer together? Labour's leader Keir Starmer has ruled out any radical re-haul of the UK-EU relationships but has made clear his distaste for Boris Johnson's post-Brexit arrangements. -
No Comment Watch: Protesters clash with police in Nairobi Police opened fire on the crowds and used teargas to disperse people. Multiple deaths have been reported. -
No Comment Ukraine and Russia exchange 90 prisoners of war each The exchange was mediated by the United Arab Emirates, Kijv and Moscow said. -
Economy Germans downbeat about the prospects for an early economic recovery Consumers in Germany are pessimistic and have revealed that they were likely to focus more on saving, and expected to make fewer large purchases in July. -
Europe News Meloni contests ‘undemocratic’ EU top jobs talks, mulling abstention Exclusion from a preliminary deal to allocate the bloc's top jobs following June's elections has enraged Italy’s prime minister Giorgia Meloni who’s now considering formally abstaining from the decision, according to media reports. -
Culture news Why is #IStandAgainstJKRowling trending online? With next week’s general election looming, former Labour donor J.K. Rowling has accused the party of “abandoning” women and reignited passions online with regards to transgender issues. The hashtag #IStandAgainstJKRowling has been trending. Here’s the lowdown. -
Tech News OpenAI pauses the release of AI voice assistant to address safety issues The advanced voice mode technology was first demoed in May but its launch has now been pushed back by a month. -
Europe News Bulgaria can’t join the eurozone due to high inflation, ECB says Sofia had expressed hopes it could join the EU currency zone in the middle of next year, but must meet tough economic criteria. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | June 26th – 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 Denmark’s National Museum explores the life of the formidable Viking sorceress Völva A new exhibition opening at Denmark’s National Museum is exploring the history and legacy of a mysterious female Viking sorceress, known as… the Völva. -
Europe News Who is NATO's new secretary general Mark Rutte? On Wednesday, ambassadors of the 32 NATO members officially appointed outgoing Dutch PM Mark Rutte as its next secretary general - but who is Rutte, the man behind the job? -
Business German car giant VW to invest billions in Tesla rival Rivian The deal of up to €4.68bn creates a joint venture that will allow VW and the US-based electric vehicle (EV) maker to share technology. -
Russia US journalist Evan Gershkovich goes on trial in Russia The espionage case against the Wall Street Journal reporter remains opaque, and the US insists the charges are unfounded. -
Culture news Hollywood turmoil: Crews and studios reach tentative deal to reduce likehood of 2024 strikes The agreement includes the pay hikes and artificial intelligence protections, a tentative contract deal which makes another big strike unlikely. -
Space SpaceX rocket blasts into orbit carrying final NASA GOES-U weather satellite The GOES-U satellite took off from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida on Tuesday afternoon, although its launch was delayed by the threat of storms. -
Denmark Danish government makes new pact to counter tech giants and protect children The government in Copenhagen and several children's organisations are joining forces in a new alliance against social media platforms. -
World News EU signs Frontex cooperation agreement with Serbia By extending cooperation with countries in the Western Balkan region the EU hopes to tackle irregular migration more effectively. -
Culture news Billie Eilish becomes third artist to reach 100 million monthly Spotify listeners Billie Eilish follows only The Weeknd and Taylor Swift to reach the streaming milestone – and becomes the youngest to do so at the age of 22. -
Food and Drink Pour decision? Why rosé with ice is not the faux pas you’ve been told it is Debate rages every summer about ice cubes in wine. Here’s why the controversy around rosé on the rocks needs to be dispelled and why you shouldn't fear the "piscine". -
World News Several killed as anti-tax protesters storm Kenya's parliament Prices for fuel, food and other necessities have soared in the country, where President Ruto has vowed to quash unrest.
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Culture news Do androids laugh at electric clowns? What AI means for humour in advertising Humour has long been a part of advertising, created by humans for humans. But now, artificial intelligence (AI) is getting a front row seat in comedy creativity. -
Tech News EU Commission digital policy scorecard: what’s been achieved? When Ursula von der Leyen began as European Commission president in December 2019, an initiative to propose artificial intelligence legislation was included within a pledge to deliver policies within the first 100 days of her mandate. -
Europe News Far-right prepares for power in EU institutions| Radio Schuman The European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) at the European Parliament will elect co-presidents today (26 June). -
Health news Parkinson’s risk is twice as high for older adults with anxiety - study New research shows that adults who develop anxiety for the first time later in life are more likely to go on to develop the neurodegenerative condition. -
Business Series Airbus shares tumble amid surprise outlook downgrade Airbus' stocks plunge as aerospace manufacturer downgrades profit and production forecast for 2024 due to supply chain concerns. -
Economy Spain cuts sales tax on olive oil as shoppers baulk at rising prices Spain is the world's leading producer and exporter of olive oil, but its cost for shoppers has risen dramatically because of inflation and a long-term drought that has decimated supplies. -
Earth News ‘Built for years, not for seasons’: Why Patagonia believes going out of fashion is good for business While many clothing companies chase trends and aim for sky-high sales, Patagonia - which has made Earth its sole shareholder - swims against the tide. -
Business London Tunnels delivers blow to the City as it opts for Amsterdam IPO The company is the latest in a string of high-profile names to turn its back on the London Stock Exchange, in favour of other exchanges in the US and elsewhere in Europe. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | June 26th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Australia Julian Assange walks free after pleading guilty in US court to leaking military secrets The WikiLeaks founder returned to his homeland of Australia aboard a charter plane on Wednesday after striking a deal with the US government guaranteeing his freedom. -
Europe News Kaja Kallas: The Russia hawk poised to become the EU’s top diplomat Moscow has put a prize on her head. Kaja Kallas is now wanted in Brussels.