19 December 2024 | Euronews
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Europe News EU leaders agree key principles on Syria but caution: 'The jury is still out' The European Union has opened the door for sanctions relief on Syria after Assad's fall but without providing a specific timeline. -
World News Italy's Salvini awaits verdict in trial over blocking migrants at sea A verdict is expected to be reached at Italian Deputy PM Matteo Salvini's 'Open Arms trial' on Friday. Salvini has been charged with kidnapping for preventing 147 migrants from disembarking in Lampedusa in 2019. -
The Europe Conversation 'If we wish for peace, we have to prepare for war', says Finnish MP for Arctic Circle Two years ago, Finland was a non-aligned, militarily neutral country. -
Italy How Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's al-Assad bet in Syria failed Giorgia Meloni's government tried to reposition itself in the Middle East, betting on the normalisation of relations with Assad in exchange for the protection of Christians and the return of refugees. -
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Europe News Ukraine will not allow transit of Russian gas with Azeri label, Zelenskyy says, dashing Slovak hopes Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ruled out the possibility of allowing the transit of Russian-made gas under the label of Azerbaijan. -
USA United Healthcare CEO shooting: Luigi Mangione agrees to New York extradition The suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO will return to New York to face murder charges. -
Tech News Apple must ensure interoperability of iPhone with rivals, says European Commission The EC preliminary findings under the DMA indicate that Apple must take steps to enable the operability of devices from other brands with its iPhones. The EC has launched public consultations with interested companies to gather feedback on compliance. -
Europe News EU Commission reaches for brakes on FI motor deal The European Commission announced on Thursday that it will investigate Formula One owner Liberty Media's €3.5 billion euro deal for the motorcycle racing league MotoGP World Championship, as the deal risks raising prices for the licensing of broadcasting rights for motorsport events of both brands. -
Europe News Hungarian Christmas ceasefire deal is 'political PR', Zelenskyy says, as he calls for more weapons The Ukrainian President warned that his brigades are unequipped to face Russia and that only continued US and European unity will enable Kyiv to prevail. -
Football Now Football in 2024: The year in review 2024 was an exciting year in the world of football, with international tournaments on all continents delighting fans from all across the globe. -
Tech News German watchdog orders Sam Altman’s biometric ID project World to delete data The iris-scanning identity technology World has already been banned in some European countries over privacy concerns. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | December 19th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Health news Race against time for EU’s Critical Medicines Act Wanted in the first 100 days of the new legislative mandate, doubts linger over whether the European Commission will unveil the Critical Medicines Act on time. -
World News Mayotte: Amidst criticism, Emmanuel Macron defends the state's actions France has activated the European Union's civil protection mechanism to assist Mayotte, where many fear that hundreds, if not thousands of people have been killed after storm Chido devastated the island last Saturday. -
Europe in Motion Slowly but surely? Nearly half of EU's new cars in 2023 were hybrid and electric Despite pure petrol cars maintaining the largest individual share, 48.3% of the total 10.7 million new cars registered in the EU for 2023 were hybrid and electric. -
USA US pledges 61% emissions cut by 2035 as Biden bows out The US has become only the fourth country to put a new emissions reduction pledge on the table ahead of a February 2025 deadline under the Paris Agreement to halt global temperature rise – but with president-elect Trump due to take office next month, its impact is questionable. -
Culture Series Celebrating the life and art of Italian fashion photographer Gian Paolo Barbieri In this special edition of European Lens we revisit the work of the late Gian Paolo Barbieri, the famed Italian photographer whose portraits captured the soul and essence of fashion in the 60s and far beyond. -
Under-the-radar Italy: Timeless towns, cultural charm and UNESCO wonders Italy is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, but beyond the well-trodden paths lies a treasure trove of lesser-known gems. -
Biking in Italy: Exploring green routes and cultural treasures across the country Discover the best cycling routes in Italy, from Tuscany’s green paths to Sicily’s coastal trails. Explore historic towns, cultural landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes on your Italian biking adventure. -
Europe News Incoming ECR President Morawiecki: 'We shall defeat Mordor' Incoming ECR President Mateusz Morawiecki this week stated in a meeting with Giorgia Meloni that he aims to "defeat Mordor". Euronews spoke to him regarding his real-life definition of the fictional evil empire. -
Syria As thousands celebrate al-Assad's fall, Syrian Alawites remain cautious Following Bashar al-Assad's recent ouster, ethnic Syrian Alawites have found themselves increasingly anxious over the future under HTS rule, while calls for rights protection and inclusive governance continue to rise. -
Earth News Montana Supreme Court locks horns with Republicans over landmark climate ruling The Chief Justice used a classic parental comeback to uphold the ruling, in another blow to state-backed fossil fuel industries. -
Business Volkswagen majority stakeholder supports German factory closures Car giant Volkswagen’s biggest owner, the Porsche-Piëch family, has said they are in favour of reducing the number of German plants, as a cost-cutting measure. -
Tech News Paging doctor bot: Why AI therapy is providing hope in the midst of a mental health crisis As vulnerable people increasingly turn to chatbots for mental health support, how can we ensure their safety? -
Culture Series 'Istanbul Awakens' in new exhibition of late veteran photographer Ara Güler 'Istanbul Awakens' exhibition records the transformation of Istanbul from night to day, and day to night through hailed photojournalist Ara Güler's lense. -
Travel News Road tripping from France to Italy this winter? You can travel again through the Mont-Blanc Tunnel The world’s second deepest tunnel has been reopened after three months of renovations. -
Europe News Lithuanian President touts 5% of GDP on defence in 'coming years' EU leaders want to ramp up defence production and capacity but have so far been unable to agree on how to finance it. -
No Comment Taiwanese paratrooper training Paratroopers in the southern city of Pingtung, Taiwan took part in military exercises on Thursday. They used zip lines and virtual reality simulators to perfect their landing technique. -
Explore Negros Island: Sugar heritage and marine wonders of the Philippines In this episode of Explore, we visit Negros Island, where sugar heritage meets unparalleled marine biodiversity, and explore the heritage, conservation efforts and cultural cuisine that define the heart of the Philippines. -
Economy European clean tech exports on track to triple, says World Bank Poland, Bulgaria, Croatia and Romania are on track potentially to rapidly scale up their clean tech exports, which could go a long way in helping the EU meet its net zero 2050 target, as well as increase its global competitiveness. -
Culture news New UK report shows dramatic drop for arts and culture investment Shocking figures reveal the state of freefall for the culture and entertainment sector in terms of the UK's GDP. -
Health news Didier Raoult’s COVID study on using hydroxychloroquine officially retracted A scientific study on the use of hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 has been retracted. -
Art Naomi Beckwith named artistic director of Documenta 16 The chief curator of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York, Naomi Beckwith, will lead Documenta 16 in Kassel in 2027, becoming the first Black woman to helm the event. -
Economy Bank of England delivers 'dovish hold' as growth stalls, trade risks rise The Bank of England maintained its key interest rate at 4.75% in a 6–3 split vote, as inflation pressures persist and growth falters. Inflation rose to 2.6% in November, but growth is now forecast at 0% for the fourth quarter. Markets interpreted the decision as dovish. -
Mobility What is battery swapping and could it help make EVs more popular? The technology isn't new but it presents several challenges. -
No Comment 2,000-year-old ice rink opens in Croatian seaside city of Pula For the first time in its two-thousand-year history, the iconic Arena in the Croatian city on the Adriatic coast has been transformed into a Christmas ice rink. -
Lifestyle Breaking taboos: Inside Spain’s first naked cinema screening Curtain up – clothes off! Spain makes history by hosting the country’s first nude film screening. -
Europe News Putin’s 2024 end-of-year presser: ‘When everything is quiet and calm, we are getting bored’ As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine is going into its third winter, Russian President Vladimir Putin held its annual end-of-year press-conference, two days after a Kyiv-orchestrated killing of a high-ranking general on the streets of Moscow. -
Europe News Rushed negotiations with Russia will lead to 'bad deal' for Ukraine, Kaja Kallas warns "Syria shows us that Russia is not invincible and we shouldn't underestimate our own power," Kaja Kallas said on Thursday. -
Culture news Miss Netherlands beauty pageant ditched in favour of empowerment platform After 35 years, the Miss Netherlands beauty pageant has been scrapped, replaced by a new initiative, 'No Longer of This Time', which focuses on mental health, diversity, and inspiring stories. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | December 19th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
No Comment Rio de Janeiro's missing children The NGO Rio de Paz organised a demonstration on Copacabana beach on Wednesday to demand answers from the government about the violent deaths of children in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. -
Business Germany's consumer climate still 'very low', DAX eyes fifth straight drop Germany's GfK Consumer Confidence Index rose slightly, but despite beating expectations, sentiment remains fragile amid high inflation and job insecurity. The DAX fell 0.9%, marking its fifth loss, as European markets slid on hawkish Fed signals. -
EuroVerify Can toppled Syrian president Bashar al-Assad and his operatives be brought to justice? Despite the legal and political barriers to prosecution, human rights experts are optimistic that al-Assad and regime officials could one day be held accountable for their crimes in a court of law. -
Health news Germany hopes thousands of Syrian doctors will stay after al-Assad’s ouster Amid workforce shortages in Germany, healthcare leaders hope Syrian doctors will stay put after the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria. -
Cinema 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' director Mohammad Rasoulof on transforming difficulties into beauty Dissident Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof fled his country this year in order to present his new film to the world and to keep working freely. He speaks to Euronews Culture about the year that changed his life and representing Germany at the Oscars. -
Health news The gap between years lived in good health and how long we live is getting wider There’s a growing gap between our healthspan and our lifespan, a new international study showed. -
Design Five favourite newly listed historic places in England As Historic England releases its annual list of protected buildings, we look at some of the highlights. -
Tech News EU data watchdog sets terms for AI model's legitimate use of personal data The EDPB responded to the Irish authority, clarifying AI model anonymity, the legitimacy of using personal data for their development while leaving leeway to national data protection authorities. -
Europe News German Defence Minister proposes growing armed forces further and faster As threats to Western Europe grow more pressing, the German military has been having difficulty attracting enough recruits. -
Europe News Dominique Pelicot sentenced to 20 years in prison in historic French rape trial Pelicot, along with 50 other men, will face prison for repeatedly raping his wife, Gisèle, over the course of a decade. -
Spain Google Maps clue helps solve crime in Spanish village A photograph on the online map service provided an unexpected clue that helped law enforcement in their nvestigation into the disappearance of a man a year ago in Soria, leading to the recent arrest of two people. -
Tech News NATO may turn to using a fleet of sea drones to protect vulnerable Internet cables in the Baltic Sea NATO is reportedly thinking about using sea drones to secure the Internet cables running under the Baltic Sea. We take a look at what this technology is. -
Canada Trump jokes aboout making Canada the '51st state' as leader Trudeau faces turmoil Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's political survival looks fragile as his finance minister, Chrystia Freeland, resigned — citing irreconcilable differences on how best to deal with Trump's incoming tariff threats. -
Norway Norway: Queues for Christmas aid reveal deepening poverty Statistics show that food prices have risen by 33% over the last three years. -
Nutrition EU wine help group counsels low- and no-alcohol options A reflection group has encouraged the EU executive to explore new rules for the growing market of no and low-alcohol (NoLo) wine products. -
Business Amazon workers to strike at multiple warehouses as union seeks labour agreement The International Brotherhood of Teamsters said workers at seven Amazon facilities will begin a strike on Thursday morning, an effort by the union to pressure the e-commerce company for a labour agreement during a key shopping period. -
Europe News Ukraine, Trump and Syria dominate agenda at European Council | Radio Schuman Today, EU leaders convene in Brussels for the final regular European Council meeting of the year, with key discussions anticipated to focus on Ukraine, Syria, and the implications of Donald Trump's return to the White House. -
Economy Stocks plunge as Federal Reserve's tilt triggers ‘Black Wednesday’ Fed sparks market rout: Wall Street plunged, the dollar hit two-year highs, and Treasury yields spiked as Powell struck a hawkish tone, warning of inflation risks and cautious rate cuts ahead. Bitcoin slid 5% after Powell ruled out a US crypto reserve tool. -
Markets Euro tumbles to a two-year low following Fed's hawkish rate cut The euro declined against the US dollar to its lowest level since November 2022. The dollar soared after the Federal Reserve delivered its third rate cut of the year and projected a slow easy cycle in 2025. -
Earth News ‘The Spotify of heat pumps’: The Swedish company offering sustainable heating with no upfront costs Buying and installing a heat pump comes to an eye-watering €11,500 – but this company aims to change that. -
Moments Longing for simpler times? Disconnect at these vintage campsites, analog abodes and detox retreats Wistful travellers are planning retro, nostalgic getaways as an escape from the stress of everyday life. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | December 19th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News EU leaders meet to discuss Ukraine aid, Syria's transition and Trump's comeback Despite an agenda packed with hot-button topics, the summit of EU leaders is not expected to yield any breakthrough. -
Europe News French troops deliver 120 tonnes of aid to Mayotte ahead of President Macron's Thursday visit French military troops deliver 120 tonnes of aid to Mayotte after Cyclone Chido battered the Indian Ocean Island on Saturday causing widespread destruction. It comes just one day before French President Emmanuel Macron’s scheduled arrival at the French overseas department on Thursday. -
World News Turkish President Erdoğan hosts Lebanese PM Mikati in Ankara to discuss regional issues, instability Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan urges the international community to exert pressure on Israel to comply with the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon.