Europe

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German Peace Prize winner appeals for arms for Ukraine

Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Anne Applebaum was awarded this year's Peace Prize of the German Book Trade. During her acceptance speech, she argued that "‘I want peace’ is not always a moral argument."

21/10/2024

Moldova

Moldova votes yes to join the EU as president claims Moscow meddled

The first batch of preliminary results indicated the referendum on Moldova's EU future was a "no," but a last-minute spike in votes in favour from the eastern European country's diaspora won the referendum by the slimmest of margins.

21/10/2024

Culture news

Spain's Aitana Sánchez Gijón wins Goya of Honour 2025

The Spanish Film Academy has revealed that one of its most prestigious prizes will go to Aitana Sánchez Gijón, the first woman to preside over the institution.

21/10/2024

Europe News

Ukraine aid, Middle East and budget - this week in the Parliament

The European Parliament is in for a busy week in Strasbourg, with key issues like the budget, migration, Ukraine, and conflicts in the Middle East set to dominate discussions. Expect fiery debates among MEPs, along with the presentation of two major awards for human rights and journalism.

21/10/2024

EuroVerify

How much does Europe spend on justice?

New figures show that European countries spend only a pittance on their justice systems compared to their investment in the rest of the public sector.

21/10/2024

Radio Schuman

Externalising migration does not work, says liberal MEP Al-Sahlani

Outsourcing the management of migration is not the direction to go, according to the liberal MEP from Sweden.

21/10/2024

Markets

New to investing? Here's where to start with a portfolio manager

Euronews Business looks at how to select a good investment portfolio manager, why you need one in the first place, and how to tell if it's time to part ways.

21/10/2024

The Big Question

Waste not, want not: Is sustainable industry viable?

The UN’s Christophe Yvetot discusses the importance of solidarity in achieving the SDGs.

21/10/2024

Business

Who has the most competitive tax system in Europe?

New research awards bouquets to Estonia, the UK and Germany and brickbats to Italy and France – as governments seek to avoid a race to the bottom on standards.

21/10/2024

Europe News

Thousands of Georgians take part in pro-EU march

The rally comes just a week ahead of parliamentary elections, set to take place on 26 October, which are widely seen as a bellwether if Georgia returns to Russia’s orbit or continues on its pro-European path.

20/10/2024

Europe News

Kenyan athletes triumph at first edition of Rome Half Marathon

19-year-old Emmanuel Wafula dominated the men's race after reaching the 10 km mark in 28 minutes 14 seconds and finishing the marathon in 59'58".

20/10/2024

Mobility

Paris Motor Show 2024: Highlights from this year's blockbuster event

The biennial Paris Motor Show hasn't disappointed, showcasing the latest in electric mobility. We take you through the week that was with our highlights.

20/10/2024

Mobility

World's most liveable city: Is transport secret to Vienna's success?

The Austrian capital was voted "most liveable city in the world" by The Economist in part because of its public transport.

20/10/2024

Europe News

Italy and France hit by severe flooding after heavy rain

The red and orange weather alerts in place across Italy are expected to remain in place until Tuesday.

20/10/2024

Europe News

Russia says it's shot down more than 100 drones Ukraine fired at it

Russian air defences shot down more than 100 Ukrainian drones on Sunday over Russia’s western regions, Moscow officials said.

20/10/2024

Living

The art of growing giant pumpkins with the 2024 European champion

They’re a symbol of autumn - but you’ve probably never seen pumpkins quite like those at the European Pumpkin Championship.

20/10/2024

Europe News

Man suspected of planning attack on Israel embassy arrested in Germany

German authorities have arrested a Libyan man with suspected ties to the extremist group Islamic State who was allegedly planning an attack on the Israeli Embassy in Berlin.

20/10/2024

Destinations

Dresden: I visited this bohemian German city by sleeper train

I tried out the new night train to this eclectic east German city.

20/10/2024

Serbia

Will Belgrade’s modernist Hotel Yugoslavia be saved from demolition?

Belgrade’s iconic Hotel Yugoslavia now stands in eerie silence awaiting its likely demolition as developers eye its potential.

20/10/2024

Economy

Can't wait to give up work? Why some people are not the retiring type

Ageing populations require a shake up of our pension systems, but fair and effective changes require an understanding of older workers.

20/10/2024

Europe News

Minimum turnout exceeded in Moldova's crucial EU membership vote

A minimum turnout of 33% has now been exceeded in a vote on whether Moldova should enshrine in its constitution the desire to join the European Union.

20/10/2024

Europe News

G7 Defence Ministers concerned for UNIFIL personnel in Lebanon

On Friday, a spokesperson for the UN peacekeepers said they were maintaining their positions in southern Lebanon despite warnings from the Israeli military to move away.

20/10/2024

Europe News

G7 defence ministers' first ever meeting reaffirms support for Ukraine

Their declaration reiterated 'unwavering support for Ukraine', just days after President Volodymr Zelenskyy presented his plan to end the conflict.

19/10/2024

Europe News

Erdogan says Turkey's doors are 'open' to refugees from Lebanon

After meeting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Istanbul for talks, President Erdogan says Turkey's doors are 'open' to refugees from Lebanon.

19/10/2024

Poland

Funeral home in Poland apologises after corpse falls out of hearse in

A funeral home in Poland issued an unusual apology on Saturday after a corpse that it was transporting fell out of a hearse and into traffic.

19/10/2024

Ukraine

France pledges support for Ukraine's proposal to end war with Russia

A key element of Ukraine's 'victory plan' would be a formal invitation into NATO, which the West has been reluctant to consider until after the war ends.

19/10/2024