2024-10-07

Europe News

EU proposes delaying landmark deforestation law amid industry pressure

The European Commission's move to postpone anti-deforestation regulations has sparked criticism from environmental NGOs.

07/10/2024

Europe News

Amsterdam police clash with Palestinian supporters at Israel memorial

Cities across Europe held events to remember over 1200 Israelis who were killed last year on 7 October and those taken hostage by Hamas.

07/10/2024

Scenes

Watch: The future of farming takes root underwater in Italy

In partnership with Media City

Luca Gamberini and his team are exploring a new frontier for farming without harming the environment.

07/10/2024

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | October 7th – Evening

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

07/10/2024

United Kingdom

UK doctor found guilty of attempted murder with fake COVID vaccine

The doctor pleaded guilty to attempted murder after injecting his mother's partner with what was most likely a pesticide in January, while pretending he was a nurse there to administer a COVID-19 jab

07/10/2024

Europe in Motion

Asylum applications in the EU drop by 17% as countries tighten borders

Syrians remain the largest group among asylum seekers, while Germany, Spain, Italy and France face the most cases.

07/10/2024

Climate

Which US state is most at risk from the climate crisis?

New research uses extreme heat, drought, inland and coastal flooding and wildfires to rank the safety of US states.

07/10/2024

Europe News

Brussels urged not to U-turn on car CO2 limits amid industry ‘crisis’ 

Electricity firms fear the EU is about to cave in to industry pressure and ease cuts on car emissions, as Austria, Belgium, Ireland and the Netherlands ask the European Commission to help electrify company car fleets.

07/10/2024

Art

Johnny Depp’s creative chaos goes on display at New York exhibition

The New York exhibition "A Bunch of Stuff" offers an intimate look into Johnny Depp's eclectic artistic side, featuring paintings, sketches, and personal memorabilia from his acting career.

07/10/2024

Europe News

Analysis: Hamas regenerates in Gaza despite Israeli defeat claims

Experts say Hamas is keen to keep bringing in new fighters despite losses, with new leader Yahya Sinwar pushing for continued armed conflict and no regrets over past attacks.

07/10/2024

Destinations

Here’s why you should visit these affordable European cities

A new study has found that a visit to some of the continent’s most popular cities doesn't have to break the bank.

07/10/2024

Europe News

17 European countries call for 'paradigm shift' on migrant returns

The European Union has struggled to improve the deportation rate of asylum seekers whose applications have been turned down.

07/10/2024

Health news

Rwanda administers vaccine doses in trial amid Marburg virus outbreak

A new vaccine trial is under way in Rwanda as the country fights an outbreak of the highly deadly Marburg virus.

07/10/2024

Russia

Russian court sentences 72-year-old American for fighting in Ukraine

Russia sentenced 72-year-old American Stephen Hubbard to almost seven years in prison for allegedly fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine's conflict.

07/10/2024

Nature

Global water supplies under threat as world’s rivers dry up

Last year was the driest for global rivers in 30 years, while glaciers suffered the largest mass loss in 50 years.

07/10/2024

Culture news

Last French accordion maker closes after 105 years

The traditional French accordion is no more, as Maugein, one of France’s oldest accordion manufacturers, closes shop after 105 years. The owner blames Chinese competition and Covid for the firm’s demise. The final Maugein strap accordion is delivered to its last customer today.

07/10/2024

France

Deaths involving teen hitmen in Marseille spark public outrage

Marseille's public prosecutor stated that the situation in the city of some 860,000 has reached “a whole other level”, expressing his concern that drug-trafficking gangs were recruiting boys at an increasingly young age.

07/10/2024

Explore

İzmir in Türkiye is a paradise for cyclists and food lovers

In partnership with GoTürkiye

İzmir is the best place to cycle in Türkiye, as it’s part of the EuroVelo 8 – a route that crosses 10 Mediterranean countries.

07/10/2024

Balkan Trip

Mystical southern Serbia: Devil's Town and healing thermal springs

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

In this episode of Balkan Trip, we explore South Serbia's natural wonders and legends.

07/10/2024

Culture news

Madonna’s brother, Christopher Ciccone, dies aged 63

Ciccone, a multihyphenate artist, dancer and designer was deeply intertwined with his sister’s rise in pop stardom in the 1980s. Madonna pays tribute to her brother: "We took each other’s hands and we danced through the madness of our childhood."

07/10/2024

Tech News

Little progress on suppression of pro-Palestine content, NGOs claim

One year after the escalation between Israel and Hamas, some NGOs claim little progress has been made to stop the suppression of pro-Palestine content.

07/10/2024

Cinema

'We Will Dance Again': Recording the nightmare of 7 October

In time for the one-year anniversary of the 7 October massacre, a new visceral film documents Hamas' attack at the Israeli Nova music festival. It is not for the faint of heart.

07/10/2024

Israel

Can Netanyahu maintain home support amid Israel's multi-front fight?

Netanyahu's coalition faces increasing pressure as Israel's conflict with Iranian proxies intensifies, with calls from the US and EU for a ceasefire in Gaza.

07/10/2024

Culture news

Top DJs reflect on Ibiza, underground music, and the impact of AI

Sam Divine, Luciano, and Mathew Jonson all shared their thoughts on how to keep the smaller venue scene alive to the dangers of AI.

07/10/2024

Business

Thyssenkrupp is reviewing plans for manufacturing 'green steel'

Thyssenkrupp is revisiting its ambitious plan to produce green steel at its Duisburg site due to escalating costs. The German government has spent billions of Euros subsidising the project.

07/10/2024

Haiti

Haiti Massacre displaces thousands as gang violence escalates

In central Haiti, a gang attack in the town of Pont-Sondé left at least 70 people dead and displaced nearly 6,300 residents.

07/10/2024

Slovakia

Slovakia's PM Fico pledges to block Ukraine's NATO bid while in office

The Slovakian prime minister has repeatedly accused the West of fuelling the conflict, claiming the war should be resolved through diplomacy over fighting.

07/10/2024

Art

Major new art museum announced for Norway’s Trondheim

Set in Norway’s third-largest city, PoMo’s permanent collection will include works by Louise Bourgeois, Katharina Fritsch, Simone Leigh, and Philippe Parreno.

07/10/2024

Israel

Gaza missiles trigger sirens in Tel Aviv on Hamas attack anniversary

Meanwhile, Hezbollah reaffirmed its commitment to support Hamas by fighting Israel along Lebanon's southern border.

07/10/2024

Pakistan

Pakistani separatists bomb Chinese convoy near Karachi airport

The late-night attack killed two Chinese workers and injured eight others, including police officers escorting the convoy.

07/10/2024