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EuroVerify

Brigitte Macron targeted again by false transgender rumours

False rumours that Brigitte Macron is transgender have been spreading for years. Now Candace Owens, an American far right commentator, has published a video repeating them and gaining millions of views.

EuroVerify

Why does France want to crack down on cold calling?

France’s parliament voted to ban cold calling by companies without explicit consent this week. But will it work and how can we avoid scam calls?

World News

Two hikers stranded in Slovenian Alps as bad weather hampers rescue

Croatia, Bosnia and Slovenia have been struggling with harsh winter conditions as a snowstorm brings disruption, with Serbia forecast to be hit next.

France

Public transport use soars in Montpellier a year after becoming free

Montpellier introduced free public transport to combat the climate crisis and to ease the cost of living for its residents.

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Netherlands

Dutch cabinet agrees strict new asylum rules

The Dutch government wants to introduce some of the toughest asylum rules in Europe, but it may not be so straightforward.

Germany

German woman convicted of murdering her doppelganger

A woman in Germany killed her lookalike in a crime that’s been dubbed the ‘doppelganger murder’.

Nature

Why does the EU want to downgrade protection of grey wolf?

Wolves have made an impressive comeback in Europe in recent decades, but their presence has angered some farmers and led to a hostile backlash.

Nature

‘It’s my life’: Inside the record-breaking world of giant vegetables

A competitive spirit and lots of dedication is what unites giant vegetable growers around the world.

Earth News

Where in Europe do employers pay for public transport?

With the climate crisis gaining pace and the benefits of sustainable forms of transport clear, some European countries are making employers pick up employees’ public transport bills.

Ecotech

Why are bottle caps now attached to the bottle?

A new requirement for a tethered design for plastic caps on drinks bottles officially comes into force in the EU on Wednesday, but what’s behind the move?

Earth News

Where in Europe has the most and least direct trains to other cities?

Greenpeace is calling for more investment in European railways to create more direct train routes and encourage people to fly less.

Earth News

Fact check: Is climate change leading to more migration into Europe?

All of the experts Euronews Green spoke to said the same thing: there is no empirical evidence to support the claim that climate change will lead to more international migration into Europe.

Travel News

Will the European elections make or break the rail renaissance?

Skyscanner for trains and shorter journey times are just two of the improvements that are needed.

Earth News

Why does this Spanish city want to make cyclists get insurance?

The move is part of a growing backlash in Spain and Europe against cyclists that has seen new bike paths removed and allegations of cities misusing EU funding.

Destinations

Dublin-New York portal used for indecent exposure and swearing

"I thought the people of Dublin deserved to see my two New York homegrown potatoes," the model said.

Earth News

How does EU climate policy actually impact your life?

The European Green Deal and other buzzwords are talked about a lot in the Brussels bubble, but how do these things actually affect EU citizens in their everyday lives?

Climate

Climate activists share their take on the last 5 years of EU politics

This Europe Day, are the EU’s climate policies at odds with ‘peace and unity’? Climate activists reflect ahead of next month’s elections.

Travel News

France to launch €49 summer rail pass for young people

French President Emmanuel Macron said last year he wanted a rail pass for all, but after months of negotiations, a scaled-back version has been agreed.

Nature

Poland's beech wins European Tree of the Year

The European Tree of the Year award - bringing together trees with interesting stories from around Europe while promoting the importance of our connection with nature - goes to a 200-year-old beech.

Moments

Here’s how you can use TikTok to plan your next holiday

With over one billion active users TikTok has a bit of something for everyone and young travellers are taking advantage to get insider advice and recommendations for their holidays.

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