2024-12-27

Europe News

Poland plans to take Hungary to ECJ over political asylum case

Hungary has granted political asylum to a Polish opposition politician wanted on suspicion of corruption, an act that triggered a diplomatic spat between the two nations.

27/12/2024

Europe News

Student movement in Serbia demands accountability for Novi Sad tragedy

Daily street protests demand accountability for the collapse of a concrete awning at a train station in Novi Sad nearly two months ago, which killed 15 people.

27/12/2024

Health news

Romania’s holiday feasts leave over 1,500 seeking emergency care

Romania saw a spike in emergency calls over Christmas due to overeating, with nutritionists warning of the health risks of indulgence.

27/12/2024

Europe News

Rubbish mounts on Lisbon's streets as strike continues for second day

Lisbon’s waste collection workers are on strike, leaving piles of trash across the city as unions demand better conditions and accuse the authorities of failing to address the issues.

27/12/2024

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Cleanup continues in Mayotte two weeks after Cyclone Chido

Cleanup efforts in Mayotte are ongoing after Cyclone Chido hit the region two weeks ago. Household waste was collected for the first time since the storm, though the responsible public body has yet to resume its operations.

27/12/2024

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Elderly Syrian couple returns to ruined home in Harasta

After years under Assad's rule, some Syrians are returning to their hometowns, looking to the future with hope despite the widespread destruction they face.

27/12/2024

Europe in Motion

Olive oil, milk and cereals: How did food prices fluctuate in 2024?

After food prices soared in 2021 and 2022, over five essential food products saw price drops in 2024, including milk and cereals.

27/12/2024

Experiences

Why the northern lights will be so visible in 2025

The northern lights will be stronger in 2025 than they have in at least a decade.

27/12/2024

Europe News

Putin open to accepting Slovakia as 'neutral site' for Ukraine talks

The Russian president's comments follow Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's controversial Moscow visit, seen as a challenge to EU unity against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

27/12/2024

Spain

Spain busts international crime ring for alleged car import tax scam

An international crime network defrauding over €17 million in VAT on luxury cars has been dismantled, resulting in 30 arrests across Spain and Germany.

27/12/2024

Iran

Iranian police detain Italian journalist on assignment in Tehran

The Italian Foreign Ministry reports that the Italian reporter was arrested in Iran's capital last Thursday while she was filming a news report.

27/12/2024

Travel News

Venice introduces New Year ban on alcohol with fines up to €500

Cities have also restricted the sale of fireworks and closed off crowded areas.

27/12/2024

Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan plane crash investigation to determine type of rocket used

A total of 38 passengers were killed, while 29 survived on Wednesday after an Azerbaijan Airlines flight from Baku to Grozny crashed as it attempted to make an emergency landing near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.

27/12/2024

Europe News

Over 60 migrants died in boat sinking near Spain, Malian minister says

Of the 80 passengers, only 11 survived, with 25 Malian nationals identified among the victims, authorities stated.

27/12/2024

Cinema

Film of the Week: 'Nosferatu' - An exhumation worth watching?

Remaking a 102-year-old silent horror classic that is widely regarded as an influential masterpiece of cinema and the horror genre? Best of luck, Robert Eggers.

27/12/2024

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Thousands in Budapest receive holiday meals from Hare Krishna devotees

Thousands of people in the Budapest received free hot meals on Thursday during an annual event hosted by Hare Krishna devotees to help those in need over the holiday period. The Food for Life Mission has been organising the Christmas Love Feast food distributions for people in need for 35 years.

27/12/2024

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Damage at airport after Israel strikes Houthi rebels in Yemen's capital

A new round of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen on Thursday targeted the Houthi rebel-held capital, including Sanaa's international airport. Damage to the airport's control tower and buildings could be seen in footage aired by the Houthi-controlled satellite channel al-Masirah.

27/12/2024

Food and Drink

2024's Top Food Trends that changed the way we eat and cook

Social media has given us a glimpse into not just what people are eating, but why certain dishes became culinary obsessions.

27/12/2024

Economy

Spanish retail sales grow at slowest pace since June 2024

Although falling spending on both food and non-food items has contributed heavily to this dampened figure in November, Spain still saw strong consumer goods spending in the third quarter of the year.

27/12/2024

Europe News

Croatian presidential election: Milanović faces battle for second term

The incumbent president, touted as the most popular politician in the Adriatic country, has been widely criticised for his populist views, including his opposition to the EU's support of Ukraine.

27/12/2024

Economy

UK retailers fear the worst as shoppers shun Boxing Day sales

The traditional Boxing Day sales in the UK experienced lower footfall than in 2023, partly because of the rise of online shopping and deals. Several major retailers also remained closed on the day.

27/12/2024

Business

Safestay reveals plans to extend travel hostels' reach across Europe

The market for travellers looking for cheaper accommodation as they travel the globe is booming. Safestay is hoping to capitalise on that growth.

27/12/2024

Europe News

War on children: How Russia is stealing generations of Ukrainians 

When Russia takes Ukrainian children from their homes and families, Ukrainian mothers have no other choice but to risk their lives trying to bring their kids back, even if that means weeks of travel through Russia and days-long FSB interrogations Otherwise, entire generations might be lost forever.

27/12/2024

Tech News

This Spanish AI model earns up to €10,000 a month

Aitana, 25, a pink-haired woman from Barcelona, receives weekly private messages from celebrities asking her out. But this model is not real.

27/12/2024

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Skating season at the natural ice rink at Lake Weissensee opens

The ice-skating season at Lake Weissensee in Carinthia began today, with a 15cm thick ice layer allowing access to the western part. Temperatures have been low, ensuring solid ice. Around 1,000 locals enjoyed the sunny weather on the 3.5 km ice ring.

27/12/2024

China

China launches new amphibious assault ship, enhancing naval power

China, which already has the world’s largest navy, is reportedly working on a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to enhance its global reach.

27/12/2024

Home

Inside the nuclear reactor that will give Earth unlimited power

Euronews Next went behind the scenes at the world’s largest nuclear fusion device attempting to harness the same reaction that powers the Sun and stars.

27/12/2024

Europe News

German president dissolves parliament and announces February election

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier was requested to dissolve parliament by Chancellor Olaf Scholz after the leader's ruling coalition collapsed.

27/12/2024

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This year, Hanukkah and Christmas are celebrated on the same day.

The celebrations of Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, have begun with a series of high-profile ceremonies around the world.

27/12/2024

Lifestyle

Would you buy and wear an adult nappy to a concert?

It would be great to start this article with a diaper joke, but the only one we know stinks...

27/12/2024