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Ukrainian Paralympians recall hellish training ahead of games

Russia destroyed or damaged around 500 Ukrainian Paralympic sports facilities, forcing Ukrainian athletes to prepare for the Paris games in precarious conditions. Yet the team could end up doing better than in Tokyo 2020. Euronews asked some of the athletes how they made it possible.

Germany

Who is Sahra Wagenknecht, the politician cannibalising Germany's left?

The self-described "left conservative" rebel who outperformed her old allies believes Berlin should not support Kyiv amid Russia's ongoing full-scale invasion and that Germany should be much less open to immigration.

World News

Back to school: Which European country pays the most for supplies?

A Euronews analysis has found that countries with lower wages like Italy and Spain surprisingly pay more on average for basic school equipment compared to richer European economies.

Europe News

Russian missiles strike energy infrastructure across Ukraine

The barrage began around midnight and continued beyond daybreak in what appeared to be Moscow's biggest attack against Ukraine in weeks.

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Europe News

Supermarkets in Spain are inflating olive oil prices, farmers claim

Spanish olive oil producers say big supermarkets are making huge profits at the expense of consumers by making a 59% margin over the initial price.

World News

Female leaders in Europe: Where are they and how many are there?

Nordic and Baltic European countries have historically led the way in women's inclusion in politics. The presence of women in top jobs is also becoming increasingly relevant in the Balkans. However, most leaders are still men.

Bulgaria

Eight arrested in Bulgaria migrant smuggling ring bust

Smugglers were charging up to €6,000 per head to smuggle migrants to Bulgaria, Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Europe Decoded

Is Europe prepared for nuclear catastrophe at Zaporizhzhia?

Captured by Moscow soon after its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the nuclear plant has frequently been caught in the crossfire, becoming a continual source of worry for international observers.

Health news

'Sunburning,' the dangerous TikTok trend that may increase cancer risk

Some social media influencers are encouraging beachgoers not to use sunscreen to "heal" acne. Doctors say the consequences could be devastating.

Europe News

Olympics: Paris passes the torch to LA in dazzling closing ceremony

The best pictures from the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The star-studded event featured international stars like Angèle, Phoenix, Air, Alain Roche and a Mission Impossible stunt by Tom Cruise.

World News

OnlyFans to haircare: Which Olympians have a side hustle?

OnlyFans has picked up in recent years as an additional source of income for sportsmen, with many Olympians creating their profile on the paid-subscription platform.

Europe News

Botswana upset Lyles as France reach men's basketball final

Noah Lyles reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 two days before the race. The latest from the Paris Olympics.

Sport

He said yes! French athlete proposes after women's steeplechase final

A video of French runner Alice Finot proposing to her boyfriend after the Olympics women's 3,000 metres final has gone viral on social media, in the latest episode of athletes getting engaged at these Summer Games.

Sport

Paris Olympics: Australian field hockey player detained over drug deal

Police say they interrupted a drug transaction outside a building in the 9th arrondissement of Paris.

France

Ranked: Most dangerous and safest Olympic sports based on injury rate

Researchers determined the sports with the highest risk factors based on data collected since the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Spoiler: It's not wrestling or artistic gymnastics.

Poland

Champions League referees detained after allegedly stealing road sign

The Polish Football Federation said it will terminate the contracts of both referees if the claims are confirmed.

France

Paris Olympics: Afghani judoka disqualified over positive steroid test

Mohammad Samim Faizad tested positive for an anabolic steroid. His removal follows another judoka doping case at the Paris Olympics.

Culture news

Paris Olympics: What do athletes listen to before competing?

RnB, rap, rock and even gospel. Different athletes seek different vibes when preparing for a competition. We take a look at what gets them going during the Paris Olympics showdown.

Italy

Paris Olympics: Carini sorry for refusing to shake Khelif's hand

Italy's boxing Olympian Angela Carini handed out an olive branch after a dramatic boxing match at the Paris Olympics that sparked an ongoing debate.

France

Horse abuse cases prompt petition to ban equestrian from the Olympics

Tens of thousands have signed a petition to ban equestrian events after two prominent horse riders at the Paris Olympics were ensnared by severe disciplinary measures.

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