2024-12-02

Europe News

Scholz defends decision not to deliver long-range missiles to Ukraine

During a surprise visit to Ukraine, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz addressed two of Kyiv's key demands: supplying German and Swedish-made Taurus long-range missiles and accelerating its NATO membership.

02/12/2024

Business

Volkswagen workers worry about future as they stage warning strikes

Thousands of workers at Volkswagen's headquarters in Wolfsburg launched warning strikes on Monday, with the works council accusing shareholders of prioritising billions in profits while workers face job insecurity and potential layoffs.

02/12/2024

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Zagreb lights up for Christmas with Advent Festival

Croatia's capital city Zagreb celebrates Christmas with Advent, turning the city into a festive wonderland. Historic buildings dazzle with lights, while markets and pop-up bars bring holiday cheer to the streets.

02/12/2024

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Latest news bulletin | December 2nd – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

02/12/2024

Europe News

Hungary's foreign minister visits Moscow to discuss Ukraine and energy

Budapest has maintained close political and economic ties with Moscow since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, drawing ire from the EU.

02/12/2024

Europe News

Pro-Western parties on top despite far-right gains in Romania election

Pro-Western parties in Romania will likely seek to form a coalition following Sunday's parliamentary election, but a surge of support for far-right nationalists looms over the upcoming presidential runoff.

02/12/2024

Scenes

Watch: How a fencing club trains future Paralympians in France

In partnership with Media City

Wheelchair fencing is both static and dynamic, and it is gaining popularity in France.

02/12/2024

Food and Drink

Landmarks reimagined in gingerbread by London's Museum of Architecture

London's Gingerbread City, a festive exhibition by the Museum of Architecture, has transformed iconic landmarks into edible, sustainable art.

02/12/2024

Tech News

Intel's CEO steps down amid financial woes at US chipmaker

Intel's CEO is stepping down after less than four years, underscoring the turmoil at the computer chipmaking company.

02/12/2024

Europe News

French government faces collapse after PM pushes through budget bill

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier used the controversial Article 49.3 of the French Consitution to force the adoption of next year's social security budget plan. In retaliation, opposition parties from the left and far right are threatening his government with a no-confidence vote.

02/12/2024

Europe News

Baltics slap sanctions on Georgian officials. Will the EU follow?

Georgia has been rocked by four consecutive nights of protests after the government decided to suspend EU accession talks until 2028.

02/12/2024

Europe News

Revealed: The new Commission's first strategic, policy initiatives

A leaked copy of Ursula von der Leyen's second EU executive's work programme reveals that clean industry and defence are on the agenda for the first 100 days, but also sets the path for other policy announcements in the months to come.

02/12/2024

Health news

Average adult could live 5 extra years with more exercise

The most workout-averse adults had the most to gain.

02/12/2024

Economy

France's 2025 budget crisis: Barnier invokes Article 49.3 - What now?

French PM Michel Barnier has invoked Article 49.3 to pass budget measures without parliamentary approval, risking a no-confidence vote. Opposition, led by Marine Le Pen, demanded the indexation of pensions to inflation. Markets react with bond spreads widening and CAC 40 falling.

02/12/2024

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Storm Bora kills two and causes flash flooding on Greek islands

Two people died as Storm Bora swept across the Greek islands over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and flash flooding to several areas.

02/12/2024

Earth News

World’s biggest climate case begins at the ICJ: What can we expect?

The International Court of Justice is due to hear from 98 states and 12 international organisations - including many first-time participants in these kinds of proceedings.

02/12/2024

Destinations

European destinations where tourists still bring benefits to locals

Many travellers now want to avoid contributing to problems of overtourism and are looking for alternative destinations where they still bring benefits.

02/12/2024

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Devilish creatures take over streets of Hollabrunn in Austria

Thousands gathered in the Austrian town of Hollabrunn on Saturday to watch the traditional Krampus procession featuring devilish creatures.

02/12/2024

Nature

Italy’s UNESCO-designated Po Delta saved from offshore gas drilling

Offshoring drilling threatened to submerge parts of the delta, which is already bracing against a barrage of problematic, climate change-induced conditions.

02/12/2024

Art

Meet the Japanese artist turning leaves into intricate works of art

Japanese artist Lito creates intricate leaf art inspired by ukiyo-e, with his focus and creativity fuelled by his late ADHD diagnosis.

02/12/2024

Europe in Motion

Have European arms companies increased their profits due to wars?

The world's top 100 arms-producing companies recorded profits of almost 600 billion last year, amid wars in Gaza and Ukraine and a generally tense geopolitical situation.

02/12/2024

Economy

Spain's manufacturing growth for November hit by Valencia flooding

Although manufacturing growth in Spain rose at a slower rate in November because of flooding, it was still above the key 50 level. Turkish manufacturing demand inched up but German and French figures failed to offer seasonal cheer.

02/12/2024

Europe News

ArcelorMittal green steel backtrack raises fears over clean transition

European Commission top brass set to visit steel multinational’s Belgian plant this week in the wake of a warning that low-carbon steel projects won’t go ahead without further policy support from Brussels.

02/12/2024

Europe News

Sex workers in Belgium gain labour rights as historic law takes effect

The new law in Belgium, which came into force over the weekend, grants sex workers formal employment contracts and legal protections similar to other workers.

02/12/2024

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Squid Game fans bring 'Red Light, Green Light' to Champs-Elysées

Nearly 1,000 "Squid Game" fans took part in a Red Light, Green Light event on Paris's Champs-Elysées on Sunday. After 50,000 people signed up within hours of registration opening on 25 November, 909 were randomly selected to join the event.

02/12/2024

Food and Drink

Ever wanted to drink mayonnaise? Japan has you covered

Japan’s latest viral drink may be too much for palates to handle...

02/12/2024

Art

Olafur Eliasson builds a lava-tiled dome on a remote Korean island

Comprising 1,200 lava tiles, Eliasson’s ‘Breathing Earth Sphere’ is inspired by the volcanic landscape of Docho Island.

02/12/2024

Italy

Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove in stable condition after collapse

The 22-year-old footballer is hospitalised in intensive care. His condition is to be reassessed soon, after he collapsed on the pitch during a match between Fiorentina and Inter Milan on Sunday.

02/12/2024

Europe News

ICC president criticises US and Russia over threats and accusations

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has faced criticism and pressure over arrest warrants for Israeli's Benjamin Netanyahu and Russia's Vladimir Putin.

02/12/2024

China

China denounces Lithuania’s expulsion of its diplomats

The Chinese foreign ministry accused Lithuania of undermining its sovereignty and warned of potential countermeasures.

02/12/2024