2024-07-18

Art

Johnny Depp's tarot-inspired paintings to go up for sale

The paintings, which represent both Depp's personal life and his acting career, will be available for purchase worldwide on Castle Fine Art's website starting on 18 July.

18/07/2024

Europe News

At least seven killed in an apartment fire in Nice

At least seven people lost their lives when a fire broke out in a top-floor apartment in the Moulin District in Nice. Police are currently investigating the incident as arson.

18/07/2024

Economy

US-China trade war fears hits Microsoft and Apple share price

The US has already imposed restrictions on Chinese companies such as Huawei, which prevents it from receiving semiconductor chips, as well as telecommunications equipment from US manufacturers.

18/07/2024

USA

Trump running mate JD Vance accepts vice presidential nomination

A vocal climate change sceptic who disdains US support for Ukraine, Vance put forward a policy agenda tightly focused on 'making America great again'.

18/07/2024

Israel

Hundreds of Israelis call on Netanyahu to bring hostages home

Taking to the streets of Tel Aviv, they demanded the prime minister put in place an effective hostage deal.

18/07/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | July 18th – Midday

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

18/07/2024

Business

Volvo exceeds revenue expectations for Q2, but lowers sales forecast

The company is also continuing to invest heavily in the green transition and electric vehicles (EVs), despite concerns that EV demand in Europe may be tapering off now.

18/07/2024

Europe News

Von der Leyen stakes re-election on defence, housing and a new budget

Seeking re-election, Ursula von der Leyen has set out her manifesto for the next five years before the European Parliament.

18/07/2024

USA

US President Biden tests positive for COVID

As pressure mounts on Biden to drop his re-election campaign, he revealed that he tested positive for COVID-19 before cancelling his speech for an event in Las Vegas.

18/07/2024

Thailand

Six found dead in Bangkok hotel killed with cyanide, Thai police say

The multiple murder is thought to be connected to a joint investment in a Japanese hospital construction project.

18/07/2024

wellbeing

How does early exposure to digital devices impact your children?

As early exposure to digital devices becomes increasingly common, experts explain how using them could hinder children's emotional development.

18/07/2024

Business

Nokia sees double-digit fall in Q2 profit with weak sales in 5G market

Similarly to its Swedish rival Ericsson, Nokia has suffered from customers buying less telecom equipment and operators cutting back on investments into 5G leading to many lay-offs in response.

18/07/2024

Austria

EuroGames: Europe's largest LGBTQ+ multi-sport competition kicks off

The EuroGames will host 4,000 athletes from 50 countries across a wide variety of sporting disciplines.

18/07/2024

Culture news

Emmys 2024: ‘Shōgun’ and ‘The Bear’ lead nominations

The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards honour the best in American television, covering the time from 1 June 2023 to 31 May 2024. This year, FX’s 'Shōgun' dominates, while 'The Bear', 'Only Murders In The Building' and 'True Detective: Night Country' shine bright.

18/07/2024

Travel News

When is the new EES EU border system starting?

The EU's post-Brexit Entry/Exit System (EES) is expected to launch this autumn but the exact date is under question.

18/07/2024

Markets

Pound, euro, and gold surge as US dollar weakens

Both the euro and the British pound surged further against the US dollar, while gold prices hit a fresh high before pulling back on Wednesday. The dollar's weakness may continue to exert upside pressure on currencies and metal prices amid growing expectations of rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

18/07/2024

Tech News

Ombudsman slams Commission for secrecy around child sexual abuse law

The Commission has been accused of "maladministration" for refusing to release documents.

18/07/2024

Markets

ASML shares plunge as geopolitics overshadow strong earnings

The Dutch chip equipment maker, ASML, reported better-than-expected earnings for the second quarter. However, its shares plunged due to stricter US export curbs on exports to China.

18/07/2024

Europe News

Leftists' last-minute call for von der Leyen vote postponement

Two motions to postpone the vote on Ursula von der Leyen's presidency were filed last night - one from non-attached leftist Germany's Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) and another from The Left group in the European Parliament.

18/07/2024

Lifestyle

What are the most popular baby names in France & Europe?

With the France’s national statistics bureau having just unveiled the top boys' and girls' names given in 2023, we delve into the country’s ranking of the most popular names. See how they compare to some of Europe’s favourite ones, as well as the current trends.

18/07/2024

World News

Extreme weather warning remains in place for much of southern Europe

Greece, Croatia and Romania have all been experiencing severe heat — and it's set to continue.

18/07/2024

Europe News

Von der Leyen wins re-election following heated debate

Roberta Metsola was voted Parliament's President and Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected to lead the European Commission following a dramatic opening Plenary of the European Parliament - Euronews takes you behind the scenes with live reaction from on the ground in Strasbourg.

18/07/2024

Radio Schuman

Talking to the first-timer MEPs: what are their plans?

In the first plenary at the European Parliament, over 50% of MEPs are entering the Strasbourg chamber for the first time. Today, 18 July, the European Parliament will decide whether to elect Ursula von der Leyen as European Commission president.

18/07/2024

Europe Decoded

Vast disinformation networks hit Europe ahead of EU elections

There was a large coordinated attempt on social media to peddle pro-Russian, anti-vaccine and anti-LGBT narratives as the June European vote approached, a new report says “with absolute certainty”.

18/07/2024

Business

Germany set to close one of busiest rail routes for five months

One of Germany's busiest railways is set to close for five months as the country works towards fixing its notorious disruption-prone network.

18/07/2024

Business

Dutch authorities fine Santander over 'irresponsible' lending

This is the second such fine given to the Spanish bank by the Dutch watchdog, which accuses Santander of not gaining enough financial information about some customers, thereby leaving debtors vulnerable.

18/07/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | July 18th – Morning

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

18/07/2024

Europe News

Von der Leyen's future faces crunch vote in the European Parliament

The president of the European Commission needs an absolute majority of lawmakers to back her bid for a second term.

18/07/2024