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Two-thirds of French teenagers spend too much time on screen

Two-thirds of French teenagers spend more than two hours sitting on their phones or computers and do not get enough exercise, the country's health and safety agency warned in a statement released on Monday.

United Kingdom

COVID-19 patients have immunity for six months, study finds

Once infected with Coronavirus, you are unlikely to get it again for six months, according to a report from Oxford University

Serbia

Serbian Orthodox Church leader dies from COVID-19, aged 90

Patriarch Irinej was taken to hospital earlier in November after going to the funeral of the head of the Serbian Orthodox Church in Montenegro, Bishop Amfilohije.

World News

Brexit trade talks suspended after EU negotiator contracts COVID-19

EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier announced the suspension on Twitter but said lower-ranking officials would continue discussions in the interim.

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'People of determination' helped to navigate living in Dubai

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How has Dubai become one of the most accessible cities in the world? In this episode of Focus, Euronews meets 'people of determination' there to find out.

World News

Europe's coronavirus cases are rising. But what about COVID-19 deaths?

Coronavirus second wave: How are rising infections in Europe affecting COVID-19 deaths?

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Screening, research and treatment: the EU's mission to beat cancer

In partnership with The European Commission

Cancer deaths in the European Union are currently at an annual level of 1,400,000. Horizon Europe's Cancer Mission is aiming to save three million lives in the next decade. Futuris investigates the network of teams across the Europe working to make this happen.

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Euronews Debates: Why tackling global health is everyone’s business

The health and wellbeing of global populations are in the spotlight like never before. What needs to be done? Join our virtual debate on November 12 at 14:00 CET.

Thailand

Hungary's foreign minister tests positive for coronavirus in Thailand

Only Peter Szijjarto tested positive and will be flown home alone. The rest of the Hungarian delegation will be flown back in a separate aircraft.

Europe News

Rapid tests could be 'game-changer' in EU's coronavirus response, says Michel

The European Council president Charles Michel is setting out a strategy to get Europe to coordinate its efforts in the battle against the pandemic, however, the second wave is forcing many countries to lockdown.

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Nestore, the new personal coach to keep you fit in mind, body and soul

In partnership with The European Commission

The new Nestore system aims to monitor multiple aspects of the user’s lifestyle as well as medical data, and then make personalised suggestions based on the collected information.

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"It's a myth that older people can't change or improve" says wellness researcher

The new Nestore personalised coaching app aims to give you hints and tips on how to stay well as you get older.

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Drones deliver supplies to Israeli hospital in new pilot scheme

As many countries grapple with a second wave of the coronavirus pandemic, the drones mean items can be moved without the need for humans to expose themselves to the risk of travelling.

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Protests in Italy as coronavirus curfews come into force

New measures imposed to curb coronavirus cases in Italy have led to outcry from business owners and demonstrations on the streets.

Europe News

EU 'not prepared for next pandemic', say MEPs

MEPs from the European Parliament's committee responsible for public health have said that the EU will not be ready for another pandemic, unless more funds are put towards it.

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Watch: MEPs debate impact of COVID-19 second wave in Europe

Are we making the same mistakes as we did during the 1st wave? Are we getting the balance right between protecting lives and livelihoods? Watch our debate from the EU Parliament on the #COVID19 2nd wave.

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Players, coaches and famous football names get behind Special Olympics ‘Faces of Football’ campaign

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These last eight months of pandemic have deprived us of our lives as we knew them, but among all our routine, one might have been hit the hardest: our freedom to move. Athletes were particularly badly hit as training and games were cancelled across the world.

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Think of COVID-19 in bars like cigarette smoke, says expert

It comes as bars across Europe are facing new restrictions amid a fresh wave of coronavirus.

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Burning off the calories at minus 120 degrees - my brush with cryotherapy in Dubai

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Dubai is a city that is focused on R&R and wellbeing. Some of the best spas and alternative treatments are on offer.

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Belgian city of Leuven recognised as 'innovation hub' with EU award

While the EU has praised Leuven's model of governance, the city's mayor has said that getting citizens and stakeholders to actively participate is easier in a city of 100,000 people.