Now playing Next Business Eye on the Markets: Eurozone GDP and US CPI in the Spotlight This week, investors await the eurozone's flash Q1 GDP and final April CPI figures, alongside crucial US April inflation data, pivotal for central banks' interest rate decisions and investment sentiment. 13/05/2024
Now playing Next Economy Housing in Europe: How do homeownership and tenancy rates compare? Switzerland and Germany have high tenancy rates with over half of their populations renting homes. Conversely, the Balkan countries demonstrate higher homeownership rates, though many homes are overcrowded. 13/05/2024
Now playing Next world news Tide turns as Spain’s pro-union Socialists win regional elections Six years after plunging Spain into its worst political crisis in decades, Catalonia's separatist parties are in danger of losing their hold on power in the north-eastern region after the pro-union Socialist Party scored a historic result in Sunday's election. 13/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Catalans vote in crucial regional election for the separatist movement The outcome is set to test the strength of the separatist movement and the popularity of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. 12/05/2024
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Now playing Next Culture news Eurovision 2024 winner: Nemo takes crown for Switzerland The most controversial edition of Eurovision has come to an end and Switzerland has been crowned the 2024 winner. Here’s what you need to know. 12/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news The best things to do and see (or watch) in Europe this week We've got an eclectic selection for you this week: think filthy basslines, Studio Ghibli characters brought to life on stage, the campy pop of Eurovision, a warning to avoid a film called 'AGGRO DR1FT', and much more. 11/05/2024
Now playing Next Destinations These regional airports are gateways to Europe’s unsung cities Instead of viewing flights to regional airports as an inconvenience, consider using it as a way to explore some of Europe’s lesser-trod cities. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Borrell: Spain, Ireland and others could recognise Palestine on 21 May Spain, Ireland and other like-minded EU member states could recognise the State of Palestine on 21 May, the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, has said. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next no comment Key European buildings are illuminated Key buildings across the EU have been lit up to mark the upcoming European Elections. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Spanish court drops tax fraud case against Shakira A second investigation into the Colombian singer's alleged tax fraud has been shelved by Spanish prosecutors due to a lack of evidence. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe Decoded EU's divided right wing can disrupt if it finds greater unity: experts They’re set to make historic gains in June’s European elections, but Europe’s rising right wing parties need to find unity if they are to wield greater influence on the EU stage, experts tell Euronews. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Economy EU Policy. How Europe's most vulnerable are hindered from opening bank accounts A report by Finance Watch shows that despite EU legislation, vulnerable consumers in the bloc don't have easy access to a basic bank account. In the midst of a cost-of-living crisis, the non-profit organisation believes a review of the rules is more necessary than ever to make them work for all. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Business IAG profits soar in first quarter as tourists return to the skies A recovery in the business travel market and increased numbers of holidaymakers flying for winter breaks to the Caribbean all contributed to a major increase in profits. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Israel qualifies for Eurovision final amid protest Politics continue to loom large during this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Singer Eden Golan performed her song 'Hurricane' and secured her spot in Saturday’s final while almost 12,000 people protested Israel's participation in the competition over the war in Gaza. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Climate Less than 25% of the EU’s electricity came from fossil fuels in April The drop in fossil fuel generation was driven by wind and solar growth as well as the recovery of hydropower. 10/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Ibiza's legendary club Amnesia set to celebrate opening of 2024 season The 2024 season in Ibiza is about to kick off and if the strength of the opening parties is anything to go by, it’s going to be another bumper year on the island. 09/05/2024