2024-10-31

Economy

Eurozone inflation figures see rise above forecasts for October

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

Europe News

Manhunt in Berlin after bag with explosives abandoned at train station

Police in Germany say the search is ongoing but that the identity of the suspect and circumstances behind the incident are unknown.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

Business

Siemens buys US software group Altair 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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

Art

New Zealand waves goodbye to 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...

31/10/2024

Europe News

Russian troops capture Ukrainian town of Selydove 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.

31/10/2024

Cinema

Desperately seeking scares: Why do we love horror movies?

More gore! Research has shown that watching horror movies can help ease anxiety and build emotional resilience.

31/10/2024

Tech News

Fact checks on X fail to counter US election misinformation - report

A fact-checking feature on Elon Musk's social media platform isn't countering election misinformation.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

Health news

Bird flu detected in a US pig for the first time

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.

31/10/2024

Europe in Motion

More than 25% of EU citizens with disabilities face financial struggle

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.

31/10/2024

Lifestyle

The fascinating history behind European pet cemeteries

A new book by author and photographer Paul Koudounaris explores the endearing and enigmatic ways we memorialise our lost animals.

31/10/2024

Europe News

European Parliament delegation to COP29 to receive ‘burner’ phones

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.

31/10/2024

USA

US election 2024: Trump wears garbage collector uniform in Wisconsin

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.

31/10/2024

Radio Schuman

What's next in the EU-China trade tussle?

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?

31/10/2024

Culture news

Meet DJ AG: The TikTok DJ turning London’s streets into a viral stage

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

Economy

Manufacturing in China turns positive after months of contraction

A key manufacturing index in China turned positive in October after months of contraction

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

Experiences

Get in the Halloween spirit on these spooky European adventures

From Satan’s Bridge to the Headless Horseman, here's how to spend Halloween in Europe.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024

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.

31/10/2024