Culture news
Eurovision 2025: Basel referendum validates funding amidst opposition
Voters in the Swiss city of Basel on Sunday approved putting €37.5 million into hosting the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. With funding approved, the annual event will proceed, despite strong opposition from conservatives.
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Earth News
COP29: EU commissioner rejects backtracking on climate deal
As negotiators await Azerbaijan’s proposal for a global agreement on climate finance, the EU holds firm on the need to move away from fossil fuels, but refuses to say how much it is prepared to help developing countries do the same.
Markets
Currency war ahead? Euro gains as US CPI boosts Fed rate cut outlook
Favourable market conditions in the eurozone and the UK and lower US inflation could prompt the US Federal Reserve to consider rate cuts. As the euro and pound strengthen, the Fed might feel pressured to adjust rates to maintain the competitiveness of the dollar.
Money
Europe's rival to Visa and Mastercard soon to roll out in Belgium
US payment giants Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Apple and Google Pay are getting a new rival in Europe: it's called Wero and it's already available to some consumers in Germany and by the end of July in Belgium - how does it work and what are its features?
Business
Want to become the CEO of your finances? Here's what the experts say
Young people can often be accused of having poor financial habits. However, data shows that many people in their 20s are already practising healthy spending habits. Euronews spoke to some financial experts for their views on how best to invest.
Culture news
Queen catalog to be acquired by Sony Music for more than €1 billion
Queen’s music catalog is one of the most – if not the most – valuable in rock, with classics like 'Bohemian Rhapsody', 'Another One Bites the Dust', and 'We Will Rock You'. This deal makes it the biggest acquisition of its kind ever.
