17 October 2024 | Euronews
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Europe News 'Not trivial': EU leaders endorse migration outsourcing but offer few details At the end of a high-stakes summit in Brussels, EU leaders signalled a potentially transformative shift in how the bloc approaches migration policy. -
Europe News EU leaders converge on Israel, but calls for trade sanctions still fall flat Diplomatic sources tell Euronews that the latest escalation in Lebanon has changed the mood music among leaders. -
World News Zelenskyy stresses 'NATO unity for Ukrainian cause' after meeting with alliance's chief After meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that unity within NATO is crucial for bolstering Ukraine’s strength, with Rutte reassuring that the alliance would remain united. -
Europe News Cypriot President Christodoulides urges more migration deals with third countries Cypriot President Christodoulides calls for more migration agreements with third countries and seeks to normalise relations with Syria, while stressing the need to invest in infrastructure to enable the return of Syrians. -
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Germany What does US President Joe Biden's visit to Berlin mean for NATO and the EU? The US president is visiting Germany this week after Hurricane Milton forced him to cancel his trip originally scheduled last week. What could his visit ahead of the US election mean for NATO and the EU? -
Football Now Are fans being priced out of football? Football’s popularity continues to increase, but so too has the cost of following a team. And it’s not just match-going fans who are affected. -
North Korea North Korean troops in Ukraine: How powerful is Pyongyang's army? The exact size of the North Korean military remains unknown, but according to analysts, it has tested nuclear weapons six times and developed ballistic missiles capable of reaching continental US. -
The Europe Conversation Opportunities and challenges in EU's quest for closer ties with Gulf states The EU has just had its first summit with the six-member Gulf Cooperation Council with the aim of developing a closer partnership with the powers in the region. It's a relationship built on opportunities but also multiple challenges, not least human rights issues. -
Europe News Geert Wilders floats flying Dutch rejected asylum seekers to Uganda The Party for Freedom envisaged a deal with the East African country, as Patriots leaders met in Brussels ahead of the EUCO. -
Moments Are first-class flights dying? Why airlines are increasingly choosing to replace high-end cabins While numerous airlines are saying goodbye to first class, some - especially in Europe - are investing more heavily than ever into the luxury cabins. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 17th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
No Comment Severe flooding hits south of France after torrential rain Torrential rain caused severe flooding in southern France, prompting red alerts and school closures in the Ardèche. -
Tech News Foreign porn websites blocked in France for lack of age control checks The porn websites did not properly check the age of users, the Paris Court of Appeal said in a decision today. -
Tech News Meta’s watchdog has ‘serious questions’ over anti-immigration content on Facebook Cases in Poland and Germany have raised alarm for Meta’s Oversight Board. -
Mobility Microcars, e-planes and go-karts: The more unusual tech unveiled at Paris Motor Show 2024 We take a look at the less publicised tech that’s on display at the Paris Motor Show at the Porte de Versailles expo centre this week. -
No Comment Ukrainian families rally for answers on missing loved ones in combat Several hundred protesters gathered in central Kyiv on Wednesday to demand answers about the whereabouts of their loved ones disappeared while serving. -
No Comment Yabusame archery steals the show at Japanese shrine Ten archers dazzled spectators at the Nikko Toshogu shrine during the autumn festival by performing "yabusame," the traditional Japanese horseback archery. -
Business Sanofi unit bid: Private group lifts offer, pledging to save French jobs The proposal from PAI Partners, challenging a US bidder, is the latest twist in a battle to win a 50% stake in Opella, the maker of France's best-selling drug. -
Business Europe’s tough choice: Sanction aluminium or proceed with climate goals If Europe decides to ban imports of aluminium from Russia, it would need to find a source capable of replacing roughly 500,000 tonnes of material per year. And the list of alternatives is quite limited, Chris Weafer writes. -
Europe News Radical, populist, extreme, nationalist: How should we be talking about the far right? The three most right-wing groups of the European Parliament and their members are all known as "far-right" — but they have some crucial differences. -
Health news Italy’s ban on surrogacy travel will restrict parenthood for LGBT people. How does Europe compare? The new Italian law restricting overseas travel for surrogacy services goes further than other countries, but same-sex couples face family planning hurdles across Europe. -
No Comment Historic neoclassical building in Paphos severely damaged by fire The iconic building, with its ancient Greek columns, is located in the heart of Paphos, a coastal town known as one of the most remarkable architectural sites in Cyprus. -
Earth News A La Niña event is likely coming to Europe: What does it mean for weather this winter? If La Niña does arrive, it will follow an unstable summer caused by El Niño’s effects. -
Economy ECB rate cuts: 'We're breaking the neck of inflation,' says Lagarde Inflation is on track to hit the medium-term 2% target in 2025. The ECB remains data-dependent, with no pre-commitment to future rate changes. -
Food and Drink Cyprus thrashes record for world's largest kebab with massive 75-metre-long sheftalia The Larnaca district municipality of Dromolaxia-Meneou broke the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest kebab, cooking a 75-metre-long sheftalia during the Saint Lazarus Orchards festival. -
France Europol swoop targets pan-European gang charging up to €15,000 for fake luxury wine The operation saw agents raid 14 locations and arrest six people — including one "high value target". -
Destinations Reims, Girona, Brescia: Top detour destinations where you won’t be adding to overtourism Expedia has released its best alternative destinations and three are in Europe. -
Earth News Taking more than 2 flights a year? €50 frequent flyer tax could raise much-needed €64bn for climate A levy would keep flights cheap for occasional flyers while making multiple flights in a year much more expensive. -
Gaza Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza, Israel confirms Sinwar, who is believed to have been the main mastermind of the 7 October attack on Israel, became the leader of Hamas in Gaza after replacing Ismail Haniyeh following his assassination in Tehran in August. -
Business France’s richest family plan to buy into football with club purchase France’s richest family, the Arnaults of luxury empire LVMH, has announced the planned purchase of second-division soccer club Paris FC. -
Design First woman on the moon will wear a Prada spacesuit in historic NASA collaboration Prada and Axiom Space have unveiled a specially designed spacesuit for NASA's Artemis III mission, marking the first time a woman will walk on the moon. -
Business Call for 'jet set’ tax on Europe’s frequent flyers could raise billions A UK-based think tank has called for a frequent flyer tax which could potentially raise billions of Euros. The New Economics Foundation (NEF) says the plans would apply to air passengers across Europe. -
Lebanon German peacekeeping warship shoots down drone off Lebanese coast Following shelling by the Israeli army, UNIFIL peacekeepers deployed in Lebanon have become increasingly tense. -
Europe News NATO secretary-general says Ukraine will join alliance 'in the future' President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine's NATO membership is a core component of his so-called "victory plan", which he outlined to Ukrainian lawmakers on Wednesday. -
Tech News EU countries split over revamping telecom markets The Digital Networks Act, updated telecom regulation, is planned for early 2025 but member states remain concerned about the EU Commission plans. -
No Comment Mothers of detained teens fight for release after Venezuela's post-election protests Mothers of detained teenagers in Venezuela are protesting outside Tocuyito prison, demanding their children's release and condemning "arbitrary arrests and poor treatment". -
Economy ECB cuts rates again as eurozone inflation falls below target The 25 basis point cut, expected by analysts, arrives against a backdrop of settling inflation and anaemic growth. -
Europe News North Korea's support to Russia is 'first step to world war', Zelenskyy alleges Zelenskyy was in Brussels on Thursday to present his Victory Plan to European Union leaders and reiterate calls for additional support. -
Europe News NGOs condemn Donald Tusk's 'dangerous and counterproductive' plan to fortify Poland's eastern border The Polish border with Belarus has seen conflict between law enforcement and migrants travelling eastwards, and Germany's decision to temporarily impose border checks has put Poland under further pressure. -
Culture news Council of Europe declares Russian destruction of Ukrainian cultural heritage 'genocide' The Council of Europe has declared that Russia’s destruction of Ukrainian cultural heritage is consistent with genocide. -
No Comment No Comment: Fans hold vigil for Liam Payne in Buenos Aires Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping British boy band generated a global following of swooning fans, was found dead Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, local officials said. -
Business UK decision to leave EU a ‘disaster’ costing thousands of jobs - Lord Mayor The Lord Mayor of the City of London, Michael Mainelli, who acts as an ambassador for the city's financial district, says the Square Mile has lost thousands of jobs because of Brexit. -
France Anti-whaling activist Paul Watson seeks political asylum in France to avoid extradition to Japan The Sea Shepherd founder has been in custody in Denmark since he was arrested in Greenland in July. -
Europe News Zelenskyy's 'victory plan': What’s the deal with Ukraine and NATO? President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented Ukraine's much-anticipated 'victory plan' at the parliament in Kyiv on Thursday. What is in there, what isn’t, and what does NATO have to do with all this? -
Tech News Meta lays off employees across teams including WhatsApp and Instagram Meta laid off 11,000 employees in 2022, following over-optimism about the company’s growth. -
Tech News Oasis ticket costs spur irate European lawmakers to kerb dynamic pricing Skyrocketing ticket prices for Oasis concerts in the UK and Ireland, ranging from €86 to €400, have prompted MEPs to call for stronger consumer protections while ensuring access to cultural events. The issue is expected to be brought up during the upcoming Commissioner hearings, according to MEPs. -
Health news Kidney transplants are safe between people with HIV, US study finds The findings could help shorten overall wait times for organ transplants. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 17th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Business Amazon follows Google in taking the nuclear option to power data centres Amazon is joining Google and Microsoft in the pivot towards nuclear energy, aiming to meet rising demand while hitting climate targets. -
Ukraine A path to Ukrainian peace: Beyond exaggerated expectations I believe that the president of Ukraine should change his approach, first and foremost towards the representatives of the Ukrainian political opposition, Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies President Mikuláš Dzurinda writes. -
Design 'A triumph': London's Elizabeth Line wins Stirling Prize for excellence in British architecture Praised for its sleek design and seamless integration of architectural components, the London rail network has won the UK's top architecture prize. -
Ukraine Australia approves major no-strings-attached tank donation to Ukraine The US has given regulatory clearance for the transfer, which comes as Voolodymyr Zelenskyy tries to rally allies behind a "victory plan". -
Europe in Motion Life satisfaction score: What are the happiest countries in the EU? Most EU citizens seem quite happy with their lives. But life satisfaction is decreasing in some of the countries with the highest scores like Denmark, Sweden and the Netherlands. -
Cinema Cynthia Erivo criticises ‘offensive’ edit of 'Wicked' poster British actress Cynthia Erivo has described the edit, as well as the memes circulating online, as the “wildest, most offensive thing I have seen.” -
Europe News EU court upholds right to sell PlayStation add-ons, in loss for Sony Software sold by UK company Datel that allowed infinite boosts on a racing game doesn’t infringe EU copyright law, judges in Luxembourg said, in a ruling that some say could prove crucial to the gaming sector. -
Europe News Italy criminalises surrogacy abroad with new law, sparking controversy Italy's new law criminalises seeking surrogacy abroad, with penalties including jail time and hefty fines. Critics argue it unfairly targets same-sex parents and lacks clarity in implementation. -
Europe News EU leaders open the door for outsourcing migration as they call for 'new ways' to curb arrivals The one-day summit was heavily dominated by migration as member states look to "innovative solutions" to curb irregular arrivals. -
Markets Euro under pressure ahead of European Central Bank interest rate decision The euro began its downtrend against the US dollar at the end of September after reaching a 15-month high. Despite a potential near-term rebound, analysts suggest the euro's weakness may persist. -
Tech News European companies anxious over non-implementation of EU cyber rules Critical sectors are concerned about the lack of clarity and preparedness for cybersecurity rules in most EU member states. -
Culture news Former One Direction star Liam Payne dies after falling from balcony in Argentina Liam Payne, a core member of the chart-topping British boy band One Direction, was reported by staff at the hotel to be under the influence of drugs and alcohol. -
Culture news Oasis memorabilia auction to feature Noel Gallagher’s silver sparkle guitar and Liam’s tambour Noel Gallagher’s custom-built silver guitar, used on tour in the late '90s, is the star item in an upcoming auction of Oasis memorabilia, alongside other iconic band items like Liam Gallagher's stage-used tambourine. -
Europe News What will today's European Council meeting bring? | Radio Schuman Ceasefire in the Middle East, aid to Ukraine, implementation of the migration pact are the main points in EU leaders agenda for today's European Council. -
EuroVerify Fact check: Is the ECHR really blocking the UK from deporting migrants? Threats to leave the European Convention on Human Rights are once again circulating in the UK, as the right-wing Conservative Party elects its new leader. How true are the candidates' claims that the convention hinders efforts to control migration? -
Food and Drink Culture Trends 2025: Will hotel fine-dining see a renaissance? According to a new report, hotel dining will see a marked uptick in 2025. Euronews Culture takes a look at the evidence. -
Europe News Serbian authorities clear illegal immigrant camp on Hungary border Migration pressure along Hungary's southern border may have decreased, as locals on the Serbian side of the border say they have not seen a single refugee for months. -
Business Which capital cities are among the costliest places to rent in Europe? New research finds that average rents in one capital have reached a record quarterly high while other cities are now among the priciest in Europe. -
Cinema Fan Bingbing to return to screens following China blacklisting Fan Bingbing's return is an exceptional example for a Chinese star previously blacklisted from her country's strict entertainment industry. -
Health news Popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could treat opioid overdose and alcohol intoxication A new study found a link between new popular GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists and a reduced rate of overdose or intoxication in people with opioid and alcohol use disorders. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 17th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Europe News EU-Gulf summit in Brussels addresses Middle East conflict and Ukraine war The EU's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell commended Gulf countries' efforts and stressed the need for humanitarian aid in Gaza. -
Yemen US launches B-2 stealth bombers at Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen This is the first time the US has used the B-2 stealth bomber to attack the Houthis in Yemen since the beginning of the US campaign. -
USA Harris says her presidency will not be a 'continuation' of Biden's in fiery Fox News interview Harris’ interview marked her first foray onto the network, which is popular with conservative viewers. -
Lebanon Dozens killed in airstrikes as Israel ramps up attacks on Lebanon Israeli airstrikes pounded areas across Lebanon, killing at least 27 people on Wednesday, while UNIFIL says Israeli troops fired at their watchtower in southern Lebanon. -
Europe News Prosecutors request six year jail sentence in migrant trial for Italy’s deputy PM Matteo Salvini League members rallied in his support on Friday, calling it “a political trial." -
Health news UK doctors urge Labour government to adopt anti-smoking rules and ‘make the tobacco industry pay’ The group is concerned that funding could be slashed when the new government reveals its budget priorities at the end of the month.