2024-10-21

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.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

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’.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

Scenes

Watch: The healthcare heroes bringing hope to rural communities in Ghana

In partnership with Media City

Osei Boateng the founder of OKB Hope Foundation, delivers healthcare to remote areas by a specialised van.

21/10/2024

Europe News

EU auditors warn of double payout risk amid shifting 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.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

Tech News

Europeans don’t trust AI when it comes to elections – survey

A new survey shows how Europeans have little faith in AI being used in elections.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

Tech News

How IBM is harnessing AI models for business

IBM is rolling out new AI models, which it claims outperforms other popular large language models (LLMs).

21/10/2024

Culture news

Celebrated pianist behind Oscar-winning movie 'The Pianist' dies at 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'.

21/10/2024

Green News

Biden races to fund clean energy before leaving office

There are concerns that, if he were to win the election, Donald Trump would undo much of Joe Biden’s climate progress.

21/10/2024

Travel News

Overtourism protests come to Greece as workers demand better pay

Unions say staff can not survive on the salaries they are paid.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

Travel News

Second French city sets up ‘Airbnb brigade’ targeting owners

Mayor Benoît Payan says he wants to stop holiday rental owners from “wanting to make money off the people of Marseille”.

21/10/2024

Nature

Can a new ‘nature envoy’ bring UK wildlife back from the brink?

The news comes as the COP16 biodiversity conference kicks off in Colombia.

21/10/2024

EuroVerify

Calls for offshore EU asylum 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.

21/10/2024

Balkan Trip

Eastern Serbia's Danube marvels: Golubac Fortress to Lepenski Vir

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

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.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

Climate Now

How are fish farmers adapting to climate change?

In partnership with Copernicus

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.

21/10/2024

USA

Is 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.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

Europe in Motion

Almost 15% of EU youngsters unable to pay rent, new data shows

Over the past twelve months youngsters across the block have struggled with rising costs, particularly in France, the Netherlands and Greece.

21/10/2024

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.

21/10/2024

Cinema

James Franco, Alfonso Cuarón and more pay tribute to Isabelle Huppert

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.

21/10/2024

Europe News

Intel: clarity on competition? - Newsletter

This week's key events presented by Euronews' senior trade and competition reporter Peggy Corlin.

21/10/2024

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".

21/10/2024

Art

Dutch museum buys Van Gogh painting 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.

21/10/2024

Europe News

US defence secretary visits Kyiv amid Zelenskyy's support plea

Lloyd Austin visited Kyiv as Ukraine's president further pushed for Western support for his "victory plan".

21/10/2024