2024-07-17

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WATCH: Paris mayor swims in Seine before Olympics

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo and a top Olympic official swam in the Seine River on Wednesday amid water quality concerns ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

17/07/2024

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WATCH: Ultra-Orthodox Jewish men block highway in Israel

Dozens of people blocked a main highway in central Israel after the Israeli military said Tuesday it will begin sending draft notices to Jewish ultra-Orthodox men.

17/07/2024

Europe News

Ukraine and Russia exchange 95 prisoners of war each

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Russian Defense Ministry have confirmed the exchange.

17/07/2024

Europe News

One dead after car crashes into restaurant in Paris

The driver fled the scene of the crash, but was arrested shortly after.

17/07/2024

Albania

Albania continues to tackle fires spreading through country

Fires blazing through Albania have spread up north of the country. The EU has been assisting the country with resources needed to tackle the wildfires.

17/07/2024

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WATCH: King Charles opens new UK parliament

Britian’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived Wednesday at Westminster Palace in a horse-drawn carriage to preside over the State Opening of Parliament.

17/07/2024

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WATCH: Tens of thousands of swallows gather on Cyprus

According to some experts, this is a migratory communication tactic, as the birds relate to each other and begin coordinating travel plans for the African continent.

17/07/2024

Green News

EU executive rejects auditors' call for ‘reality check’ on hydrogen

The European Court of auditors claims European Commission targets to deploy 'green' hydrogen to meet emissions targets are unrealistic, but the executive remains bullish.

17/07/2024

Tech News

King's Speech: AI overlooked in new UK government's plans

Artificial intelligence was barely mentioned in King Charles III's speech as he outlined the legislative programme for the UK's new Labour government.

17/07/2024

Green News

Water resilience can’t be ignored, 21 member states warn EU executive

Strengthening water management in the EU will require concrete action and strategic mobilisation, according to a joint-letter published today.

17/07/2024

Cyprus

Cyprus marks 50 years since the Turkish invasion

Turkish forces landed on Cyprus on 20 July and captured 3% of the island before the UN Security Council secured a ceasefire. The Turkish area was later widened to 36%.

17/07/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | July 17th – Evening

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

17/07/2024

Europe News

Far-right MEPs vote en masse against pro-Ukraine resolution

The statement, the first substantive business of the new European Parliament, received 495 votes in favour and 137 against.

17/07/2024

Culture news

Who is Chappell Roan? The new(ish) pop star taking over the internet

Bored with the dominance of Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa and Beyoncé? Well, there's a new pop star titan about to enter the fray. Welcome the Lady Gaga of the 2020s... Chappell Roan

17/07/2024

Europe News

France: Who will be the future president of the National Assembly?

On Thursday, the newly elected 577 MPs in France's National Assembly will elect the president of the lower house of parliament. This vote could be decisive in nominating the country's future prime minister.

17/07/2024

Green News

Why did the UK's King Charles give royal status to a goat?

As he bestowed the honour, the British King petted the small creature and offered a compliment on the shade of its pale blonde coat.

17/07/2024

Europe News

Ukrainian village honours MH17 crash victims 10 years on

More legal action is underway to hold Russia accountable under international law for the attack that killed all 298 on board.

17/07/2024

Culture news

'Rust' armorer seeks dismissal of conviction in Alec Baldwin shooting

A movie armorer has asked a judge to dismiss her involuntary manslaughter conviction or convene a new trial in the death of a cinematographer by actor Alec Baldwin, alleging suppression of evidence and misconduct by the prosecution.

17/07/2024

Green News

Children living in green neighbourhoods have better lung function

Cities should be designed to incorporate lots of green space, the study recommends.

17/07/2024

Europe News

Several EU countries protest Commission's boycott of Hungary

The European Commission's announcement on Monday was not well received in some EU capitals, according to two diplomatic sources consulted by Euronews.

17/07/2024

Europe News

UK Labour Party sets out plan for Britain in King's Speech

In the introduction to the speech, Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged patience, warning against “the snake oil charm of populism.”

17/07/2024

wellbeing

Why being a Swiftie could be good for your health

A study showed that the singer’s openness regarding her body image issues could have lifted her fans’ stigma helping them to seek help.

17/07/2024

Economy

Germany approves draft 2025 budget: Funds to Ukraine halved

The German government endorses a draft 2025 budget with €481 billion in spending, including €78 billion for investments. The budget allocates €75.3 billion for NATO's defence spending target, but halves funds to Ukraine.

17/07/2024

Art

Remembrance exhibition for the women of fought against the Nazis

In a commemorative effort, artists Hannah Goldstein and Claudia Balsters have curated an exhibition spotlighting the vital roles women played in resisting the Nazis.

17/07/2024

Culture news

V&A beats the Met to scoop 12th-century ivory carving

The sculpture, which depicts Jesus Christ’s body being lifted from the cross by Joseph of Arimathea, is now set to stay in the UK.

17/07/2024

Europe News

YouTuber MEP pledges to vote according to his followers' opinions

Elected as an independent MEP, Fidias Panayiotou pledges to vote according to what his followers want — and to "make politics cool".

17/07/2024

The Exchange

Healthcare’s AI and Robotics revolution

In partnership with Media City

The global healthcare sector is valued at $9 trillion, which is 11% of the world’s GDP. This mammoth market is being transformed by advances in both robotics and artificial intelligence. At the same time a range of new patient apps are empowering people to take control of their own health data.

17/07/2024

Culture news

A look inside London Natural History Museum's newly revamped gardens

Dippy the diplodocus is back at London's Natural History Museum - only she's now called Fern and she's moved to prime position in the museum's revamped gardens.

17/07/2024

Tech News

Elon Musk to move SpaceX and X to Texas blaming transgender law

Musk, who has a transgender daughter, has previously said he 'supports trans'.

17/07/2024

Europe News

EU-UK ties and Russia to dominate big summit of European leaders

As leaders from 45 European nations get together to discuss everything from energy to Russia's war in Ukraine, experts say what seems like a noble idea might be limited in format and outcomes.

17/07/2024