21 October 2024 | Euronews
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Sudan Russia investigates claims of cargo jet shot down in Sudan Sudan's paramilitary said they shot down the jet, with footage from the crash site linking it to the United Arab Emirates. -
Italy Italy rushes to pass law to save Albanian asylum centre scheme The move comes as a court in Rome cast doubt on the legality and feasibility of the deal, which was agreed between Albania and Italy to limit migrant arrivals. -
Europe News EU Ombudsman blasts Commission over chemicals safety Many highly dangerous substances have remained on the market, sometimes for years, while the EU executive flouts legal deadlines on authorisation decisions, the Ombudsman has found, warning of a ‘threat to health and environment’. -
Gaza ‘Sinwar storm’ is coming for Israel, claims new Hamas leader Sinwar, responsible for the 7 October attacks, died in an encounter with IDF near Rafah last week, creating a power vacuum in Hamas in Gaza. -
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Scenes Watch: The healthcare heroes bringing hope to rural communities in Ghana Osei Boateng the founder of OKB Hope Foundation, delivers healthcare to remote areas by a specialised van. -
Europe News EU auditors warn of double payout risk as Brussels shifts its budget model The EU executive has largely rejected new findings from the European Court of Auditors over its new streamlined spending approach, sparking a dust-up as it plans wider reforms to the bloc’s €1.2 trillion budget. -
Europe News Moldova president alleges vote-buying tainted EU referendum results Moldovan President Maia Sandu denounced an "an assault on democracy and freedom," as she said criminal groups had bought Moldovan citizens' votes prior to the EU referendum on Sunday. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 21st – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News Europeans don’t trust AI when it comes to elections but trust it for facial recognition - survey A new survey shows how Europeans have little faith in AI being used in elections. -
Design Dive into experimental design at Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven Eindhoven is known year round for being the design capital of the Netherlands, but the city’s design credentials peak each autumn with the arrival of Dutch Design Week. -
Tech News AI for business: IBM unveils new open source AI ‘Granite 3.0’ models for business IBM is rolling out new AI models, which it claims outperforms other popular large language models (LLMs). -
Culture news Janusz Olejniczak, who played the piano parts in Oscar-winning movie 'The Pianist,' dies aged 72 The Polish musician and teacher was a titan in his field. In 2002, Olejniczak recorded the piano parts for Roman Polanski’s Oscar-winning film 'The Pianist'. -
Earth News ‘Sprinting to the finish’: Joe Biden signs off billions for clean energy projects in election run-up There are concerns that, if he were to win the election, Donald Trump would undo much of Joe Biden’s climate progress. -
Travel News Tourists in Greece targeted by protesters demanding better wages and fair working hours Unions say staff can not survive on the salaries they are paid. -
Russia I will run for Russian president, pledges Alexei Navalny's widow Yulia Navalnaya vowed to challenge Putin's regime and run for president if she returned to Russia following her husband's death and her own ongoing exile. -
Travel News Got an Airbnb in Marseille? You could be forced to buy a new property under mayor’s new plan Mayor Benoît Payan says he wants to stop holiday rental owners from “wanting to make money off the people of Marseille”. -
Nature As the UK appoints a nature envoy, how successful have her European counterparts been in government? The news comes as the COP16 biodiversity conference kicks off in Colombia. -
EuroVerify Calls for offshore EU asylum processing centres fuel misinformation in Moldova Reports that the small eastern European country is being considered a potential site for migrant camps have triggered a wave of misinformation. -
Balkan Trip Serbia's Danube Treasures: From Golubac Fortress to prehistoric Lepenski Vir In this episode of Balkan Trip, we travel to the eastern reaches of Serbia to explore the ancient wonders along the Danube. From the imposing fortress of Golubac to the prehistoric settlement of Lepenski Vir, we uncover the secrets of a region steeped in history and legend. -
Cinema Saoirse Ronan and the offer James Bond producers shouldn’t ignore The new James Bond film needs a renaissance following Daniel Craig's tenure, and comments made by Saoirse Ronan could signal a bold and much-needed rejuvination - one which could break a tiresome franchise trend. -
Climate Now Changing locations and nets: How fish farmers in the Mediterranean adapt to climate change In this episode of Climate Now, we ask how fish farmers in the Mediterranean are adapting to climate change. Warmer water temperatures and lower oxygen levels can hit production hard, so scientists are working with aquaculture experts in Greece to find solutions. -
USA Is Elon Musk's $1-million daily giveaway to Trump voters illegal? The pledge by SpaceX, Tesla and X mogul has raised legal concerns, with experts suggesting that offering cash incentives tied to voter registration could violate election laws. -
Europe News Four killed and dozens injured after Russian strikes on Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy renewed his appeal for air-defence systems after Russian strikes injured dozens across the country. -
Europe in Motion Almost 15% of EU youngsters are struggling to pay their rent, new Eurostat data shows Over the past twelve months youngsters across the block have struggled with rising costs, particularly in France, the Netherlands and Greece. -
Business BHP faces multi-billion UK lawsuit over 2015 Brazil dam collapse Mining company BHP is being sued for billions of euros by victims of a dam collapse in Brazil back in 2015. This lawsuit will be one of the biggest of its kind in English legal history. -
Cinema 'An immense actress': James Franco, Alfonso Cuarón and more pay tribute to Isabelle Huppert in Lyon Isabelle Huppert was awarded the prestigious Prix Lumière at the 15th anniversary of the Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, where she was celebrated by the likes of Alfonso Cuarón, Claire Denis, James Franco, and Noémie Merlant. -
Europe News Intel: clarity on competition? - Newsletter This week's key events presented by Euronews' senior trade and competition reporter Peggy Corlin. -
Business Volkswagen faces hefty fine for mistreatment of UK customers The UK's financial watchdog found Volkswagen had sometimes confiscated cars from vulnerable customers "without considering other options". -
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Art Dutch museum buys Van Gogh painting nicknamed the “Mona Lisa of Brabant” for over €8.5 million Vincent van Gogh’s 'Head of a Woman (Gordina de Groot)' is thought to be the most expensive van Gogh picture ever bought by an institution. -
Europe News US defence secretary visits Kyiv as Zelenskyy seeks support for 'victory plan' Lloyd Austin visited Kyiv as Ukraine's president further pushed for Western support for his "victory plan". -
France French minister to address road safety after cyclist death sparks protests After the tragic death of cyclist and advocate Paul Varry, allegedly killed by an SUV driver in Paris, protests have erupted across France, demanding safer roads for people on bicycles. -
Lifestyle World conker champion cleared of cheating - event chairman calls out 'sore loser' opponent An investigation had been launched into whether "King Conker" cheated during the annual World Conker Championships by using a steel chestnut. He’s now been cleared. -
USA Trump works the fry station at McDonald's in a bid to attract working-class voters The stunt follows his claims that Democratic nominee Kamala Harris lied about working at the restaurant chain while attending university. -
Health news Rwanda sees no new infections or deaths due to Marburg virus for nearly a week The country's health minister cited the absence of new infections and deaths in the past six days. -
Business Doliprane-maker Sanofi confirms exclusive talks with US firm CD&R The American private equity firm has agreed to French government demands about protecting jobs and investment in France. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 21st – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Ukraine's struggle with weapon supply hampers battlefield efforts Ukraine is actively recruiting more men and women but needs more weapons, Oleksandr Korniyenko, the first deputy chairperson of the parliament in Kyiv, told Euronews. -
Tech News Amazon's EU lobbying spend hits €5M - nearly double its reported figures The correction of the spending follows a complaint by several transparency organisations. -
Russia Putin to host BRICS summit looking to advance Russia's own interests BRICS summit in Kazan brings together Putin, Xi, Modi, Erdogan, and Pezeshkian, reflecting Russia's defiance of Western isolation and the bloc's growing influence. -
USA Pennsylvania could tip the scales in tough-to-call US presidential election The presidential race hinges on Pennsylvania, a key battleground with 19 electoral votes, where both candidates are heavily investing in a neck-and-neck contest. -
Markets Gold and silver prices surge to new records as haven demand mounts Gold and silver surged amidst growing fears of escalating conflicts in the Middle East, uncertainties surrounding the US election, and central banks embarking on easing cycles. Analysts expect gold prices to keep rising. -
Culture news Pharrell Williams’ ‘Piece By Piece’ LFF screening disrupted by animal rights protesters The incident took place during the closing night gala of the BFI London Film Festival. Protesters rolled out a banner that read: “Pharrell: Stop Supporting Killing Animals For Fashion." -
An island-hopping adventure tour of the Canary Islands Pull your focus from the Canary Islands’ idyllic golden beaches and glittering ocean views to find an Atlantic playground catering to a full spectrum of adventure appetites. -
Turkey Turkish preacher and Erdoğan's longtime rival Fethullah Gülen has died, media claim Ankara claimed that Gülen, who died at the age of 83, was behind the failed coup to topple Erdoğan in 2016, an accusation Gülen denied. -
Culture news US writer Anne Applebaum appeals for arms for Ukraine as she accepts German Peace Prize Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Anne Applebaum was awarded this year's Peace Prize of the German Book Trade. During her acceptance speech, she argued that "‘I want peace’ is not always a moral argument." -
Moldova Moldova votes yes to EU membership as president Sandu claims Moscow meddled The first batch of preliminary results indicated the referendum on Moldova's EU future was a "no," but a last-minute spike in votes in favour from the eastern European country's diaspora won the referendum by the slimmest of margins. -
Culture news Spanish actress Aitana Sánchez Gijón awarded the Goya of Honour 2025 The Spanish Film Academy has revealed that one of its most prestigious prizes will go to Aitana Sánchez Gijón, the first woman to preside over the institution. -
Europe News Ukraine, Middle East and budget - what to watch in the European Parliament's plenary The European Parliament is in for a busy week in Strasbourg, with key issues like the budget, migration, Ukraine, and conflicts in the Middle East set to dominate discussions. Expect fiery debates among MEPs, along with the presentation of two major awards for human rights and journalism. -
EuroVerify How much does Europe spend on justice? New figures show that European countries spend only a pittance on their justice systems compared to their investment in the rest of the public sector. -
Europe News Externalising migration does not work, says liberal MEP Abir Al-Sahlani | Radio Schuman Outsourcing the management of migration is not the direction to go, according to the liberal MEP from Sweden. -
Markets New to investing? Here's where to start with selecting a portfolio manager Euronews Business looks at how to select a good investment portfolio manager, why you need one in the first place, and how to tell if it's time to part ways. -
Business Week ahead: A look forward to what might be moving the markets This week, several key trends are capturing investors' attention, including eurozone economic activity, central bank rate decisions, and major companies' quarterly earnings. -
The Big Question ‘Waste doesn’t exist’: How can we build sustainable industry? The UN’s Christophe Yvetot discusses the importance of solidarity in achieving the SDGs. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 21st – 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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Business Who has the most competitive tax system in Europe? New research awards bouquets to Estonia, the UK and Germany and brickbats to Italy and France – as governments seek to avoid a race to the bottom on standards. -
Lebanon IDF issues evacuation orders as it begins strikes on Hezbollah banking systems A senior Israeli intelligence official said the main target of the strikes was the Hezbollah-run banking system, al-Qard al-Hassan, which is also used by thousands of ordinary Lebanese.