2024-07-29

Business

Heineken beer sales fall flat on poor weather and lower sales in China

The rainy conditions during the Euros football championship made for disappointing sales at a time when beer and general alcohol sales would be expected to show a rise.

29/07/2024

Tech News

Manipulated political video shared by Musk raises concerns about AI

A manipulated video has a voice-over mimicking Kamala Harris and including false claims she did not say.

29/07/2024

Culture news

Is the MCU doomed? Robert Downey Jr.’s return to Marvel – Yay or Nay?

This weekend has been a memorable one for Marvel Studios. Not only has 'Deadpool & Wolverine' broken records at the box office, but the MCU is getting Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr. back on the roster... but this time as a villain. Good news, or a sign of desperation?

29/07/2024

Europe News

August nominations, Newsletter

This week's key events presented by Euronews' editor in chief for EU policy, Jeremy Fleming-Jones

29/07/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | July 29th – Midday

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

29/07/2024

Culture news

Critically acclaimed Irish writer Edna O’Brien dies aged 93

O'Brien's debut novel “The Country Girls” made her Ireland’s most notorious exile since James Joyce.

29/07/2024

Europe News

Orbán picks Várhelyi for EU Commissioner despite past controversies

For the past five years, Oliver Várhelyi has been often criticised for breaking ranks with the Commission and aligning his views with Orbán's government.

29/07/2024

Tech News

Only two bodies helping flag illegal online content for EU so far

Just two DSA content flagging organisations, whose reports should help detect illegal behaviour on online platforms faster, have been appointed in six months.

29/07/2024

Europe News

Multiple fibre optic networks vandalised across France

Installations belonging to Free, SFR and Bouygues were sabotaged during the night. No one has claimed responsibility.

29/07/2024

Health news

Alzheimer's blood test 90% reliable in doctors' offices, study finds

A commercially available blood test was trialled in healthcare settings.

29/07/2024

Culture news

Princess Leia bikini costume from Star Wars sells for €160,000

The outfit, which included its original hip rings and bracelets, was worn by Fisher’s Princess Leia when she was captured by the slug-like monster Jabba the Hutt.

29/07/2024

Sport

Paris Olympics final medal table: US finishes first ahead of China

The US and China won the same amount of golds but the US scooped more medals overall, finishing first for the fourth consecutive Olympics.

29/07/2024

Culture news

Which records has ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ already smashed?

'Deadpool & Wolverine' has taken a spot in the top 10 openings of all time and taken the Marvel franchise to a new record, hitting the $30 billion global gross mark.

29/07/2024

Europe News

More right wing with fewer women - a new Parliament compendium

Roberta Metsola will lead a new European Parliament of 720 members from the EU's 27 member states. With two new far-right groups, the biggest drop in female representation since 1979 and an average age of 50, how will the balance of the chamber change? And how will this affect new legislation?

29/07/2024

Art

French nudism exhibition urges visitors to reveal all

An exhibition so good, you’ll take your kit off to see it. You may even be forced to if you visit the latest exhibition on nudism and naturism at the Mucem museum in Marseille.

29/07/2024

Radio Schuman

What would a commissioner for the Mediterranean do for the EU?

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, re-elected on 18 July, proposed a new portfolio for the Mediterranean.

29/07/2024

Venezuela

Maduro declared winner in Venezuela's presidential election

The sitting president has reportedly secured 51% of the vote, beating the main opposition candidate, Edmundo González by a significant margin.

29/07/2024

Europe News

Crunch time for von der Leyen as final Commissioner names pour in

With days left for countries to nominate, we now know the most likely candidates to serve in the next EU executive. Just eight are women, and nearly half from the centre-right EPP group.

29/07/2024

Business

Trump's cryptocurrency endorsement: Upcoming challenges for Europe

Bitcoin experienced a further surge following former US President Donald Trump's keynote address in support of cryptocurrencies. This development may reignite concerns about the European Union's regulations over the controversial market.

29/07/2024

Markets

Markets ahead: Turbulence brewing as rate decisions in focus?

This week will be marked by interest rate decisions from three major central banks: the Bank of England (BOE), the Federal Reserve (Fed), and the Bank of Japan (BOJ). Additionally, inflation readings from the euro area will be in the region's spotlight.

29/07/2024

Business

Alcohol and tobacco in Europe: How much are you being charged?

Price levels vary significantly in the EU, with the highest prices being 2.4 times the lowest. Variations differ with factors such as tax and labour costs playing a role.

29/07/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | July 29th – Morning

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

29/07/2024

Destinations

Why I chose to holiday in Romania this year

With Romania now in the Schengen Zone, it means arrivals from within the free travel area are smoother and swifter.

29/07/2024

Japan

Top diplomats meet to discuss security amid tension with China

Top diplomats from Japan, the U.S., Australia and India met Monday to discuss security concerns and joint support to reinforce maritime safety and cybersecurity in the Indo-Pacific region amid growing tensions with China.

29/07/2024

Living

Where in Europe do employers pay for public transport?

With the climate crisis gaining pace and the benefits of sustainable forms of transport clear, some European countries are making employers pick up employees’ public transport bills.

29/07/2024

Europe News

Lawmakers claim pressure by China to not attend Taiwan conference

The conference, which begins on Monday, is being held by the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China, a group of hundreds of lawmakers from 35 countries concerned about how democracies deal with Beijing.

29/07/2024

France

Paris Olympics: Here's what to look out for on Monday

Monday's slate for the Paris Olympics includes a handful of the world's biggest basketball stars, a potential blockbuster tennis match, a couple of compelling swimming finals and a gymnastics showdown. Here's a guide of what to look out for.

29/07/2024

World News

Diplomats appeal for calm after strike on Israel kills 12 youngsters

Israel said its intelligence showed that the Lebanese group Hezbollah, which like Hamas is backed by Israel’s archenemy Iran, was responsible for the strike and promised a retaliation.

29/07/2024