24 September 2024 | Euronews
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Europe News Zelenskyy: Russia must be forced into peace based on UN charter The Ukrainian president said that the war in Ukraine should end based on United Nations rules in a speech given to the UN Security Council on Tuesday. -
No Comment Thousands flee southern Lebanon due to intense bombardment Heavy Israeli bombardment on Monday forced thousands to flee southern Lebanon, with families seeking refuge in Beirut and nearby mountains. -
Health news Police in Switzerland detain several people over suspected death in Sarco 'suicide capsule' The legality of using the 3D-printed device for its intended purpose of helping assisted dying is being questioned by authorities in Switzerland. -
No Comment Sebastian Alvarez's makes history 'skysurfing' in Abu Dhabi Chilean wingsuit flyer Sebastian Alvarez has made history by "skysurfing" from a Bell 212 helicopter located 3,657 metres above Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi. -
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No Comment Volunteers and authorities unite to clean up flood-stricken Romania Over 7,000 households in Romania's Galati county were severely hit by floods that devastated the region. -
Europe News Hungary open to enforce key EU asylum ruling as daily fines mount European Affairs Minister János Bóka insists he won't pay a €200m fine imposed by EU courts for restricting asylum rights, though Brussels has triggered a special procedure to deduct the sum from EU funds. -
Europe News Eva Kaili judge orders review of whether Belgian spies’ role was lawful The ex-MEP, who has denied charges of corruption and money laundering, won her bid to examine whether the Belgian secret service played an illegal role in her 2022 arrest. -
Europe News Greek Coast Guard reaches Turkish mainland pursuing migrant boat Turkish news outlets have released videos allegedly showing Greek vessels chasing migrant boats all the way to the Turkish coast of Mugla city. -
Earth News Commission insists no plans to delay anti-deforestation law Amid a growing backlash from trading partners and conservative lawmakers, the European Commission maintains it is working to implement new legislation that will ban from January the import of products linked to deforestation overseas. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 24th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Health news French agency fines 11 pharmaceutical labs €8 million over drug shortages Big names in the pharmaceutical industry were accused of failing to comply with regulations to prevent drug shortages. -
Europe Decoded Russia wants the world divided and in conflict. NATO cannot let this happen Russia wants to keep NATO solely focused on the developments in Ukraine, making us oblivious to his imperialist plans elsewhere, Matas Maldeikis writes. -
Earth News Earth’s life support systems are in ‘critical condition’, new Planetary Health Check warns Years of research have outlined nine processes that help to keep the planet’s life support systems stable. -
Earth News Commission mulls regulation of solar radiation modification research EU funding is assessing the feasibility and safety of geoengineering as an approach to combat the effects of greenhouse gas emissions. -
Tech News Dutch DSA authority received 170 complaints, but lacks power to act In July the European Commission began infringement proceedings against six countries for failing to implement the Digital Services Act, despite the law being applicable to all online platforms in February. -
Europe News How do you make Europe's rail network faster? On Monday, rail sector specialists spent a six-hour train ride attempting to figure out how to fix a network that's fragmented, expensive and arguably holding back European growth. -
Space Earth is set to gain a 'mini-moon' as a visiting asteroid enters two-month orbit Researchers say that an asteroid will begin orbiting Earth this weekend and will be in orbit around the planet until November. -
Europe News Russian strike on Kharkiv partially destroys residential building, killing three Ukraine's second-largest city remains under aerial attack as it tries to rebuild in time for a harsh winter. -
Culture news Liverpool to stage landmark climate action concerts with Massive Attack, IDLES and Nile Rodgers The English city of Liverpool has been named the world’s first “Accelerator City” for climate action by the United Nation’s climate change program. In November, three special gigs will take place in Liverpool... -
Europe News Two tourists missing after floods hit central Italy Heavy rains have caused thousands to evacuate in Central Europe, Italy and the United Kingdom. -
Travel News Capsule wardrobes and packing cubes: How to travel with hand-luggage only Aficionados say that packing light can ‘put the fun and freedom back into travel’. -
Meet The Locals Meet a digital nomad thriving in İstanbul, the world's crossroads Looking for a new expat destination? In this episode of Meet the Locals, a digital nomad shares her experiences of living and working in the vibrant, multicultural city of İstanbul, where ancient history and modern life intertwine seamlessly. -
Art Playful penguins to caged parrots: The winners of the Bird Photographer of the Year 2024 Canadian photographer Patricia Homonylo was crowned Bird Photographer of the Year, while 14-year-old Andrés Luis Domínguez Blanco took home the Young Bird Photographer of the Year prize. -
Golf Travel Tales Discover Ifrane’s Michlifen Golf Club and mountain escapes High up in the Middle Atlas mountains lies the Moroccan town of Ifrane, the next stop in our Golf Travel Tales series. -
Earth News Which polluter pays and planetary danger zones: Climate takes centre stage at UNGA ‘Earth is going in the wrong direction... that's why we need to act," one speaker said ahead of the UN General Assembly. -
Earth News A giant Antarctic glacier is melting but scientists have found a way to thicken Arctic sea ice The Antarctic Ice Sheet is retreating at a faster rate than in previous decades, raising concerns about a total collapse. -
Water Matters Battle for water in the Algarve : farmers innovate to keep their soil fertile In the Algarve, a region of southern Portugal regularly hit by drought, farmers are showing the way towards rational consumption of the water they have to share with millions of tourists. -
Europe News German police arrest four over alleged people smuggling A total of 400 police officers took part in the operation, which involved federal police, the public prosecutor's office, and central customs authorities. -
Economy Hungary cuts key interest rate, buoyed by US Fed Reserve decision Policymakers have reduced borrowing costs after a pause in August, although the base rate in Hungary is still the joint highest figure in the EU. -
Culture news Olivia Newton-John song unveiled two years after her death The proceeds from the never-before-heard song benefit the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund, which sponsors global research into plant medicine for cancer. -
Ocean Digital Twin of the Ocean: Europe’s game-changer for sustainable seas Our understanding of the world's oceans is set for a quantum leap thanks to artificial intelligence and digital technologies. At the forefront of this revolution is a the EU-funded Digital Twin of the Ocean project. -
Ocean Pierre Bahurel on the digital ocean: technology meets political action Digital twin technology is set to massively expand our knowledge of the world's oceans -
Culture news After years of complaints, new UK watchdog aims to help arts workers speak out against harassment The Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (CIISA) was conceived as a space for British arts workers to report abusive behaviour including bullying and harassment. It’s set to launch next year. -
Design Design September sets Brussels abuzz as Belgian capital focuses on re-usable and adaptable designs September is design month across many European capitals and Brussels is no exception, with the city's art scene coming to life for four weeks. -
Business Boeing: Union negotiators reject troubled airline's 'final offer' over pay The offer of a total package of 30% over four years is higher than a previous proposal but more than 30,000 workers are calling for the restoration of a traditional pension plan. -
Health news Psychedelic therapies are coming to Europe, but face barriers before reaching patients The psychedelic medicine hype may be over, but the movement’s next act could be more important. -
Germany Germany's federal police to give top politicians extra bodyguards as threats mount Domestic extremism and international tension have combined to create a climate of fear in German politics. -
Culture news AI, Ukraine and freedom of expression were hot topics at the G7 Ministers’ Meeting on Culture The 2024 G7 Culture meeting wrapped up in Italy on Saturday. Among the key themes of the ministers’ concluding declaration were restoration in Ukraine, the opportunities and dangers posed by AI, and the protection of freedom of expression. -
Culture news Student Academy Award winners announced and head to London this year Here are the winners of this year’s Student Academy Awards, with the ceremony taking place next month in London as opposed to the US. Academy CEO Bill Kramer’s international outreach initiative continues, to further highlight global membership growth. -
Tech News What will happen to the EU telecom law without Thierry Breton? With Henna Virkkunen likely to replace Thierry Breton as the EU Commissioner in charge of telecom, the scope of the upcoming Digital Networks Act is uncertain. -
Lifestyle Speed puzzlers from 68 countries battle for glory at Spain's World Jigsaw Championships The four-day event in Valladolid in Spain gathers 3,500 of the best puzzlers, working individually or in teams, for the chance to be crowned champion. -
Cult International Scholars Rally Behind Uzbekistan’s Cultural Renaissance A gathering of over 300 scholars from 35 countries concludes with a unanimous endorsement of Uzbekistan’s cultural initiatives. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 24th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Business Europe's biggest paintmaker AkzoNobel set to cut 2,000 jobs The Amsterdam-based firm, known for brands such as Dulux, is on a cost-cutting drive to 'accelerate profitable growth'. -
Europe News Russia strikes Zaporizhzhia again, killing one and wounding six Moscow stepped up its attacks on the city in Ukraine's southeast by launching sustained bombardment involving glide bombs, local authorities said. -
Health news Severe obesity is rising in the US, according to new research The rate of severe obesity is about 40 per cent in the US, with women at particularly high risk of severe obesity, the study found. -
Economy German business confidence tumbles: Why is the DAX index defying gravity? Germany's business confidence slumped for the fourth straight month in September, but the DAX stock index is defying the economic gloom, nearing record highs. -
Sweden Sweden says Iran was behind thousands of text messages inciting protests over Quran burnings There have been several incidents of Quran-burning in Sweden in recent years, and the Islamic Republic is being blamed for instigating an international backlash. -
Art New Oscar Wilde statue condemned for being ‘hideous’ by author’s grandson The conceptual sculpture of Oscar Wilde, designed by late Scottish artist Sir Eduardo Paolozzi, has been criticised by the famous author’s grandson. -
Earth News European ad agencies are leading the way on working with fossil fuel companies UN Secretary-General António Guterres has described advertising and PR industries as key facilitators for the fossil fuel industry. -
Travel News Deutschland-Ticket: Germany’s popular monthly transport pass will soon be more expensive The price of the Deutschland-Ticket will rise by 18 per cent next year. -
Tech News Telegram responds to legal pressure by providing some user data to authorities Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was arrested in France last month for failing to manage extremist content on the platform. -
No Comment Elite climbers challenge gravity in Pole Climbing Championship The World 25-Metre Pole Climbing Championship takes place in Warwickshire, England, showcasing elite climbers ascending at speed. -
Economy Banks unprepared for next financial crisis, warns new report Banking regulations must be tightened to ensure financial stability, says Brussels-based NGO Finance Watch. But, it warns, political will is lacking. -
Markets European markets open higher as China unveils economic stimulus package European markets opened higher, buoyed by the People's Bank of China's (PBOC) recent suite of easing measures. Mining stocks are expected to gain from the strong price rally in key metals. -
Lifestyle Hitting peak 90s nostalgia: What we think deserves a comeback The era’s influence continues to shape pop culture and fashion. And with the news that Tamagotchi is having a moment again, we look back to the 90s and consider the things we'd like to bring back... And no, Mr Blobby isn't one of them. -
USA Borrell warns Israel and Hezbollah's escalated fighting risks a 'full-fledged war' Speaking at the UN General Assembly, the EU's foreign policy chief commented on the need to avert a wider war in the Middle East, as well as giving an update on the EU's assistance to Ukraine. -
Culture news Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ music streams jump after arrest and indictment Industry data and analytics company Luminate said the hip-hop mogul’s music saw an average 18.3% increase in on-demand streams during the week of his arrest compared to the prior week. -
Culture news Iran pardons Grammy Award winner whose song became an anthem to the 2022 protests Iranian singer Shervin Hajipour was sentenced to prison for his Mahsa Amini protest anthem. He has reportedly been pardoned, after the two year anniversary of Amini's death last week. -
Tech News Pager attacks in Lebanon have heightened residents' fears over personal devices like phones Electronics shop owners in Lebanon have said there has been an impact on their sales following the page and walkie-talkie attacks last week. -
Business Fossil fuel investment could cost extra under EU insurance plans EU insurance regulator Eiopa is considering hiking capital charges on oil and gas bonds by up to 40%, as it seeks to prepare the industry for net-zero. -
Markets Oil prices looking sticky as weaker economic data disappoints Crude oil markets are facing downward pressure following the release of weak manufacturing and services data from major economies. Meanwhile, escalating conflicts in the Middle East and additional stimulus measures from China have provided some support. -
United Kingdom Football pitch collapses as parts of the UK hit by flash floods Some areas saw a month's worth of rainfall in 24 hours. -
Lebanon Israel's 'targeted strike' in Beirut kills six and injures 15, health ministry says As the Israeli military attempts to lay waste to Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, civilians have been caught in the crossfire. -
Europe News Will EU's new defence Commissioner strengthen Europe's armies? | Radio Schuman Defence is becoming an increasingly central topic in Europe, and as a result, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen introduced a new portfolio dedicated to the issue's industrial aspects. -
Culture news Three decades later, French cult film 'La Haine' is set to return as hip-hop musical Nearly 30 years after 'La Haine' shocked audiences with its portrayal of police brutality and violence in France's suburbs, director Mathieu Kassovitz is reviving the story as a stage musical. -
Economy Sour taste for sweet eaters and smokers as Slovak price hikes approved Slovakia's parliament passes new law to increase the price of sugary drinks and tobacco products in order to help cut the country's budget deficit. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 24th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Health news Nursing shortages linked to higher risk of death and complications in surgical patients, study finds Researchers from the University of Southampton in the UK looked into the impact of nurse understaffing on patient outcomes. -
Tech News Consumer group asks for Meta to act on fake ads Meta is not acting on fake online ads, which breaches the Digital Services Act (DSA), claims Dutch consumer group Consumentenbond. -
Hungary Flooding did not pose threat to Hungary's only nuclear power plant The flooding as a result of the heavy rainfall across Central Europe did not pose a risk to the Paks nuclear power plant's energy production.