31 October 2024 | Euronews
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Israel Rockets fired from Lebanon kill seven in northern Israel The attacks mark the deadliest strikes to hit Israel since its military invaded southern Lebanon at the start of October. -
Spain Spain floods: Death toll rises to 205 as nation braces for more rain More than 1,700 soldiers have joined emergency workers in the search for bodies and survivors, with authorities saying the death toll is likely to go up further. -
North Korea North Korea test fires intercontinental missile with longest flight time on record Pyongyang's test came just days before the US election, as North Korea is said to have beefed up Moscow's troops in their attempts to push back against the Ukrainian army in Russia's border region of Kursk. -
No Comment Typhoon Kong-rey hits Taiwan's east coast, leaving at least 1 dead A powerful typhoon made landfall in Taiwan on Thursday, killing one person and bringing high winds and floods to much of the island’s east coast and northern areas. -
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No Comment Ultra-Orthodox Jews protest outside Israeli military enlistment office Hundreds of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men protested in Jerusalem against proposals to expand mandatory military service to include their community. -
Germany Germany closes Iranian consulates over execution of dual national Jamshid Sharmahd Berlin says relations with Tehran are at 'a low point' after the German-Iranian prisoner was executed in Iran on terror charges -
Football Now How important is the diet of a footballer to performance and recovery? The football calendar is packed with games, so a quick recovery time for a player's health is vital. But what role does diet play, and how does this change from player to player? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 31st – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán's meeting with FPÖ leaders in Vienna sparks controversy The Hungarian prime minister arrived in Vienna on Thursday, where he was received by parliamentary president Walter Rosenkranz in a meeting condemned by several Austrian political parties. -
USA US election 2024 explained: Why is Pennsylvania such an important battleground state? Pennsylvania's 19 electoral votes are critical, with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump aggressively campaigning in this key swing state where polls are currently tied. -
Europe News Europe’s greenhouse gas output down over 8% in a year Latest reports show the EU is bucking a global trend for continuously rising emissions, but still not on track to meet its own climate action targets. -
Health news Hazardous chemicals found in 6 per cent of European cosmetics, agency says Hundreds of cosmetic products tested by the European Chemicals Agency contained banned substances. -
Moments Pickles, potatoes, butter: People are travelling thousands of kilometres to try these viral foods This summer, a chocolate bar produced by one shop in Dubai became the most sought-after food item on TikTok. -
Europe News Greek firefighters protest for permanent jobs as summers become more perilous Greece and several other countries in Europe are struggling to deal with worsening wildfires that are exacerbated by climate change. -
Business European Commission fines MS drug maker Teva over improper patent use The European Commission says it has fined the Israeli generic drug maker, Teva, more than €460m for improperly seeking to protect the patent for its multiple sclerosis drug and for disparaging a rival company's development of a competing medicine. -
The Europe Conversation Everyone will be watching Trump post-election, German Marshall Fund expert says Dr Ian Lesser of the German Marshall Fund says everyone is extra vigilant following attempts to over throw the 2020 election results. And although risks of this have grown, 'everyone is watching' he tells the Europe Conversation. -
Georgia Did we just witness Georgia go from dream to nightmare? Georgia is not yet Belarus, but the direction of travel is ominously clear. The EU cannot afford to stand by and watch Georgia slip away under the Kremlin’s shadow, Dr Tinatin Akhvlediani writes. -
USA Inflation gauge closely watched by the Fed falls to lowest level since early 2021 The US personal consumption expenditures price index was released on Thursday. The index is the one the US Federal Reserve tends to favour over the more widely-accepted consumer price index. -
World How Algeria's rail expansion is shaping its future In this episode of Algeria Tomorrow, we discover how Algeria's expanding rail network is transforming regional connectivity and economic growth. -
Europe News As catastrophic floods hit Spain, deadlier weather clearly linked to climate change From drought that killed a quarter of a million in the Horn of Africa and heatwaves in Europe that cost some 90,000 lives to what may be the deadliest floods in Spain’s modern history – new analyses draw a direct link between ever more frequent extreme weather and climate change. -
Health news How abortion rights could play a pivotal role in US elections Ten US states will vote for laws regulating abortion rights as the issue looms large over the presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. -
Business TotalEnergies' profits hit by lower refining margins in Europe French energy company TotalEnergies announced its third quarter results, posting a sharply lower net profit, as its European refining margins continued to suffer. -
Health news Source of McDonald's E. coli outbreak identified in US amid rise in cases The likely source of the E. coli outbreak was identified as the number of cases jumped to 90. -
Europe News Russian strike on Kharkiv kills three, including 12-year-old Authorities in Kharkiv said about 36 others sustained injuries following the 500-kilogramme Russian glided bomb attack on the residential building, causing massive damage. -
Europe News Lukashenko denies presence of North Korean troops in Russia The Belarusian leader accused the West of inflating facts to pressure EU and NATO and called for unconditional negotiations. -
Europe News Chinese carmaker SAIC to sue EU over new 45% tariffs, stoking trade tensions State-owned carmaker SAIC Motor said it will take Brussels to the European Court of Justice to "protect its legitimate rights and interests," as the ongoing trade row escalates into products like brandy, dairy products and chemicals. -
Europe News ‘Era of government stability is over,’ says EU Parliament President Roberta Metsola told a bloc beset by weak growth and flimsy coalitions it needs to unite – and suggested Brussels might have got a landmark law on artificial intelligence wrong. -
Tech News EU Commission probes Chinese marketplace Temu under platform rules Temu already received Commission questions about the sale of illegal products and addictive design in June and October. -
Rwanda Paris court sentences Rwandan ex-doctor to 27 years for genocide involvement Former doctor Eugene Rwamucyo was accused of covering up mass murder and disseminating anti-Tutsi propaganda during the 1994 genocide in Rwanda. -
Climate Why was Valencia flooding so deadly, did warning texts come too late and what’s the climate link? Some areas saw a year’s worth of rain in just eight hours leaving people trapped in their homes by floodwaters. -
Economy Eurozone inflation tops estimates in October: Could this affect ECB policies? Eurozone inflation hit 2% in October, exceeding forecasts and up from September's 1.7%, driven by services and food prices. Germany witnessed unexpected price increases. The euro strengthened. -
Culture news Creators demand EU 'meaningfully implement' AI Act Artists and rights holders organisations have sent an open letter to the EU Commission following the adoption of this year's AI Act. -
Europe News Manhunt underway in Berlin after explosives found in abandoned bag at station Police in Germany say the search is ongoing but that the identity of the suspect and circumstances behind the incident are unknown. -
Economy Why is Spain's economy growing faster than its eurozone peers? The Spanish economy has shown robust growth in recent years, although experts question how long it will last. -
Tech News EU to set disinformation code in stone by January The 2022 code of practice on disinformation is set to be formalised under the Digital Services Act. -
Business Stellantis revenue plunges as falling EU and US sales hit car giant Europe's second-largest car maker, Stellantis, reported that its net revenues slumped by 27% in its latest earnings update as it aims to slim down its inventory and launch new products. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 31st – Midday 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 BNP Paribas records boost in net income on strong corporate banking French banking giant BNP Paribas has announced its third quarter 2024 earnings, posting a higher net income as its corporate and institutional banking department continues to experience robust performance. -
Business Siemens buys US software group in deal worth billions of euros Siemens will buy American software firm, Altair Engineering, in a deal valued at more than $10bn (€9.2bn). The German technology conglomerate said that the deal would strengthen its leadership in industrial software and AI. -
Europe News Trump or Harris? MEP surrogates take sides The US elections will greatly impact Europe: but how? Two MEPs take sides and offer pitches for the two candidates. -
Culture news Radiohead's Thom Yorke walks off stage over Gaza heckler Radiohead singer Thom Yorke stormed off stage at a concert in Melbourne after a fan shouted criticism of the musician’s position on Gaza. -
No Comment Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève: the 90 competing timepieces on display Back from a touring exhibition, 90 of the world's finest contemporary watches are on display in Geneva, just a few days before the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), which each year rewards the most ambitious watchmaking creations. -
Art New Zealand waves goodbye to Quasi - the divisive giant hand sculpture The people of Wellington are about to bid adieu to a polarizing figure... At least it'll get to spend its final Halloween on its perch... -
Europe News Ukraine's town of Selydove falls to Russian troops amid intense fighting in Donetsk region Reports say Russian forces have captured and occupied three settlements in eastern Ukraine amid Moscow’s push to gain control of the whole Donetsk region. -
Cinema Desperately seeking scares: How horror movies can help us feel less anxious More gore! Research has shown that watching horror movies can help ease anxiety and build emotional resilience. -
Tech News Elon Musk's fact-checking feature fails to address US election misinformation, report finds A fact-checking feature on Elon Musk's social media platform isn't countering election misinformation. -
Health news New mpox strain in the UK: Where else has it been detected? Health authorities said the risk to the general public remains low. -
Health news Bird flu detected in a US pig for the first time, raising concern about threat to humans Finding bird flu in a pig raises concerns that the virus may be a stepping stone to the virus becoming a bigger threat to humans, experts say. -
Europe in Motion More than 25% of EU citizens with disabilities face financial struggles Just over one in four adults in the EU has some form of disability. Compared with the rest of the population, they face financial issues to a disproportionate degree. -
Lifestyle Auf Wiedersehen, Pet: The fascinating history behind Europe's pet cemeteries A new book by author and photographer Paul Koudounaris explores the endearing and enigmatic ways we memorialise our lost animals. -
Europe News European Parliament delegation to COP29 to receive ‘burner’ phones as security measure The head of the Greens’ delegation to COP29 climate talks in Azerbaijan next month has redoubled criticism of the host country over its human rights record and status as a major fossil fuel producer. -
USA US election 2024: Trump wears garbage collector uniform as Harris appeals to Gen Z — live updates Follow us live as Trump dons a new uniform to rallies in Wisconsin and North Carolina, and Harris makes an explicit appeal to younger voters. -
Europe News What's next in the EU-China trade tussle? | Radio Schuman EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EV) came into force on Wednesday, October 30, and will remain in place for the next five years. But what's next in the ongoing trade tussle? -
Culture news Meet DJ AG: The TikTok DJ turning London’s streets into a viral stage for up-and-coming artists DJ AG, aka Ashley Gordon, has captured millions on TikTok with his outdoor DJ sets, inviting passers-by and grassroots artists to perform live. From Skepta to kids with their grandmas, everyone’s welcome to join the livestream party. -
EuroVerify Did McDonald's in Iceland close because of a boycott? Social media posts have been claiming that the fast food restaurant shuttered its branches in Iceland due to a public boycott linked to the Israel-Hamas war. -
Economy Key manufacturing index in China turns positive after months of contraction A key manufacturing index in China turned positive in October after months of contraction -
Business Starbucks CEO sets four-minute service goal to reinvigorate sales Starbucks' new Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol wants customers to get their orders hand-delivered by a barista in four minutes or less, a goal that will be central as he tries to reinvigorate the company's sagging sales. -
Moments From Satan’s Bridge to the living dead: Europe’s spookiest Halloween adventures From Satan’s Bridge to the Headless Horseman, here's how to spend Halloween in Europe. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 31st – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Business Microsoft and Meta shares fall amid slower growth prospects Microsoft and Meta both surpassed market expectations in their September quarter earnings. However, investors are concerned about their ongoing rising spending on AI, weighing on growth outlooks. -
Gaza US accuses Israel of 'not doing enough' to address concerns over strikes in Gaza US State Department spokesperson, Matthew Miller, added that the situation surrounding humanitarian aid provided by Israel to civilians in Gaza is not at a level the US finds acceptable. -
Europe News Swedish Prime Minister meets with Danish counterpart to discuss ways to tackle gang crime Sweden has seen a surge in shootings and bombings committed by gangs over the last year, which has spilled over the border into Denmark and Norway. -
Russia US targets Russia with fresh sanctions following Moscow's attempts at evasion The US Treasury and Department of State have added around 400 companies and individuals from China, India, Turkey and elsewhere to its sanctions list. -
Europe News Georgia's president refuses to appear before prosecutors in election fraud probe The Prosecutor’s Office in Georgia announced on Wednesday it has launched an investigation into alleged vote rigging in last weekend’s parliamentary election.