Europe

Economy

German consumer climate reaches 18-month high as income optimism rises

Germany's consumer confidence inched upwards in October, marking its most optimistic point since April 2022, though challenges continue to weigh on sentiment.

29/10/2024

Germany

Could Berlin have saved Jamshid Sharmahd from execution in Iran?

Following the execution of the German-Iranian Jamshid Sharmahd, the German government has been accused of failing to do all it could to save him.

29/10/2024

Business

HSBC stock rises nearly 4% as it reveals billion-euro share buyback

HSBC reported strong third-quarter earnings, driven by robust performance in wealth and personal banking, as well as investment banking, alongside the announcement of an additional $3bn (€2.8bn) share buyback plan.

29/10/2024

Europe News

President Zelenskyy arrives in Iceland for Ukraine-Nordic summit

The trip marks Zelenskyy’s first working visit to Iceland, where he met with several Nordic leaders to discuss Ukraine’s so-called ‘Victory Plan’.

29/10/2024

Europe News

At least four killed in Russian overnight strike on Kharkiv

Local officials say rescuers are searching for other victims who may still be trapped under the rubble.

29/10/2024

Radio Schuman

Will Georgia be Brussels’ new nightmare?

Following recent elections in Georgia, EU High Representative Josep Borrell urged Georgian authorities to address reports of electoral irregularities and to undertake reforms.

29/10/2024

Economy

How a Trump win could result in a billion euro trade war for Germany

An escalating trade war, which may occur if Donald Trump is re-elected for a second term as the US president, could mean a loss of billions for Germany’s economy, according to a report.

29/10/2024

EuroVerify

Fact check: Does Monaco pay zero taxes?

Social media posts claim that Monaco has much better-maintained streets compared to neighbouring France despite charging no taxes.

29/10/2024

Europe News

Thousands protest in Georgia to denounce election results

The election campaign in the nation of 3.7 million people, which borders Russia, was marked by a bitter fight for votes and allegations of a smear campaign.

29/10/2024

Europe News

The EU's big fear: Donald Trump winning and cutting all aid to Ukraine

As the US presidential election nears closer, Brussels fears a Trump victory could leave Ukraine to fend for itself.

29/10/2024

Spain

EU's Josep Borrell condemns Israeli army's attack on UNIFIL in Lebanon

Foreign ministers of 43 Union for Mediterranean states met in Barcelona to address regional challenges. Josep Borrell condemned Israeli attacks on UNIFIL and called for sanctions.

28/10/2024

Albania

Turkish ship carrying hazardous waste blocked by Albanian authorities

A Turkish-flagged ship with 102 containers of suspected hazardous waste was blocked from docking in Albania by authorities following a watchdog's warning.

28/10/2024

Norway

Norway agrees €340-million air defence deal with US

The announcement comes as Nordic countries vowed to increase defence spending following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

28/10/2024

Travel News

Can’t find a flight to China? Russian airspace closure may be why

Finnair has dropped from 42 to three direct flights from Helsinki to China in the last few years.

28/10/2024

Climate

Could a volcanic eruption be making Scandi winters colder?

Scientists have predicted the far-reaching impact of a 2022 volcanic eruption in the South Pacific.

28/10/2024

Nature

More than 1 in 3 tree species worldwide faces extinction, says IUCN

The loss of trees is also a major threat to thousands of other plants, animals and fungi.

28/10/2024

Green News

Greenhouse gas levels hit unprecedented highs in 2023, UN says

Experts say CO2 concentrations in the atmosphere have risen by more than 10 per cent in just two decades.

28/10/2024

Balkan Trip

Explore Serbia's red village of Donja Lokošnica and the Unesco-listed Pirot carpet craft

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

In this episode of Balkan Trip, we journey to two remarkable locations: the vibrant red village of Donja Lokošnica and the town of Pirot, renowned for its UNESCO-listed carpet weaving tradition.

28/10/2024

Smart Regions

POWERTY: energising communities to combat poverty

In partnership with the European Commission

An EU-funded project is helping one of Spain's poorest neighbourhoods cope with energy costs and the endemic problems of poverty

28/10/2024

Business

Harris or Trump: Who's winning big business backing in the US?

A number of business leaders including Elon Musk have pledged their support for Trump during the 2024 US elections. Others, such as Reid Hoffman, the co-founder of LinkedIn are supporting Kamala Harris.

28/10/2024

Art

Groundbreaking exhibition on Tove Jansson’s murals opens in Helsinki

Ahead of next year’s 80th anniversary celebrations of the Moomins, 'Tove Jansson: Paradise' focuses on the artist and writer’s lesser-known mural work. Fans of the Moomins need not fear, though – the charming cartoon trolls can still be spotted.

28/10/2024

United Kingdom

English far-right's Tommy Robinson jailed for violating court orders

Robinson was jailed for 18 months after he confessed to 'flagrant' breaches of court orders by making false allegations against a Syrian refugee.

28/10/2024

Europe News

Spanish left-wing politician resigns amid sexual abuse allegations

Errejón’s departure is a major setback for Spain’s Sumar coalition, already weakened by declining support, and comes as the country faces heightened awareness around abuse of power in public life.

28/10/2024

Europe News

North Korean troops in Kursk a ‘significant escalation’: NATO chief

The new NATO chief confirmed Pyongyang has deployed troops to the Russian border region, branding it a sign of Putin’s "growing desperation".

28/10/2024

Culture news

Rosana Paulino receives Munch Museum's artistic freedom award

Home to the world's largest collection of works by Norwegian painter Edvard Munch, the museum aims to pay tribute to his legacy of promoting "artistic expression" and creative freedom.

28/10/2024

Business

Volkswagen set to close three German plants and cut thousands of jobs

Further talks are planned between Volkswagen and trade union leaders on Wednesday.

28/10/2024