US widens Russia sanctions in banking crackdown
The US broadens Russia sanctions, including a fresh crackdown on banks and tech.
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Heatwave in Greece halts visits to ancient site Acropolis
The UNESCO-listed archaeological site in the Greek capital which drew nearly 4 million visitors last year was closed for 5 hours as the high temperature climbed over 39 degrees Celsius.
Fed holds US interest rate steady in June warning of just one possible cut this year
The policymakers' forecast for one rate cut was down from a previous forecast of three, because inflation, having cooled in the past two months, remains persistently high.
Moscow stock exchange stops trading in dollars and euros
The sanctions come as G7 leaders are preparing to gather soon in Italy for a summit where the top priorities will be boosting support for Ukraine and grinding down Russia’s war machine.
Belgian king asks Flemish party leader to look for coalition partners
Bart De Wever, the president of the nationalist New Flemish Alliance, has been chosen to sound out which parties could form a coalition government.
Ukrainian children have been stolen by Russia, together we must get them back
writes Andriy Kostin, Ukraine’s Prosecutor General. Torture, deportation, death – this is just a snapshot of the horrors facing children in occupied parts of Ukraine. The world sees the military operations and the constant bombardment, they see the speeches and the promises of
Le Pen, Wilders and allies meet in Brussels for talks on forming far-right EU supergroup
Far-right leaders are expected to broach the possible re-configuration of the right wing in the European Parliament.
Ukraine Bank "Alliance" is bursting at the seams.
Last week, a high-profile event unfolded in Ukraine, potentially one of the most significant for the country’s financial market. Oleksiy Nosov, a partner of a prominent law firm, was reportedly caught red-handed in an attempt to bribe NABU detectives and SAP prosecutors -
Russian missile strike kills 9 in Zelensky's hometown - officials
Another 29 people are injured in the missile attack on the southern city of Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine says.
No support for von der Leyen without invitation to grand coalition, Greens say
The leading candidates for the Greens, who lost 18 of their 71 seats in European Parliament elections, says its support is still necessary to ensure a stable centrist majority and Ursula von der Leyen's re-election as European Commission president.
Albania, Cyprus, Ireland: Europe’s best non-Schengen countries for when you’ve used up your 90 days
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Talks on climate finance stall at Bonn conference: What does this mean for COP29?
Countries are set to make a new commitment on climate finance at the UN climate conference in November this year.
Who is Tomas Colbengston, winner of art's most prestigious print award?
The Sámi artist is the latest recipient of The Queen Sonja Print Award, the world’s most important prize for printmaking.
Swiss parliament defies ECHR on climate women's case
Women who won a historic climate change ruling are shocked their parliament will not comply with it.
Eric Ciotti expelled from France's conservative party over bid to ally with far right
Eric Ciotti has refused to resign, warning there may be "legal consequences" to his party's unanimous decision.
Hamas demands 'complete halt' to war in response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
The US says Israel supports the deal, which has been backed by the UN Security Council, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has given conflicting signals.
Armenia to leave Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organisation
Armenia's prime minister declared his intention on Wednesday to pull out of a Russian-led security alliance of six ex-Soviet states.
What employers can do to make your summer less stressful
The summer season can add to workplace woes for parents and those with caring responsibilities.
‘Install and forget’ soil-powered batteries could bring cheap, clean energy to farms in Europe
Bacteria in soil could power technology that makes farms more productive.
El Salvador transfers 2,000 inmates accused of belonging to gangs to mega prison
President Nayib Bukele ordered the construction of the mega prison when El Salvador began massive arrests in response to a surge in gang violence in March 2022. The facility now holds thousands of accused or convicted gang members.
Massive Attack cancels show because of Georgia’s attack on 'basic human rights'
The band's announcement comes as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Georgia recently, protesting a parliament-approved law regulating the media and NGOs, which for many echoes similar legislation in Russia.
European stocks, single currency rally as US inflation cools more than expected
European assets surged on Wednesday following a lower-than-expected inflation report in the United States, brightening the outlook for potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts this year.
Acropolis in Athens closed as Greece bakes in heatwave: What travellers need to know
Tourists have been fainting while queuing to get into the Acropolis.
Pigeon problems: German town votes to have birds killed, outraging animal rights’ activists
Campaigners say the plan to enlist a neck-snapping falconer is unacceptable.
In French legislative elections, the far right will probably fall short
This is one heck of a chess move by President Macron. Whether it succeeds or not, it will make history. But it is a much more calculated move than it seems, Pierre-Alexandre Balland writes.
Three men found guilty of killing Dutch investigative journalist
A Dutch court on Wednesday convicted three men of murder for their roles in the 2021 shooting of investigative reporter Peter R. de Vries.
Energy firm Uniper wins right to claim billions from Gazprom
Gazprom began slowing down its gas supplies to Europe, especially Germany, in June 2022. It finally halted them altogether at the end of August of that year.
Equatorial Guinea: A Beacon of Economic Opportunity and Infrastructure Development
Equatorial Guinea, a small yet resource-rich nation in Central Africa, is emerging within the international stage as a promising economic hub. In recent years, the country has embarked on a journey of diversification and modernization, creating a vibrant environment ripe with
Sánchez urges international community to 'add more pressure' on Israel to end Gaza war
In his first interview since the European parliamentary elections, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called on international allies to hold his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu accountable for the 'bombings' and 'military intervention' in Gaza.
G7 still has an opportunity to make good on its energy pledge
The G7 must set an example and build momentum for raised ambition and action worldwide – failure to do so risks undermining our collective energy security, economic development, and attainment of the global 2030 goals, Damilola Ogunbiyi writes.
Giant pumpkins to Keith Haring murals: Art Basel exhibit showcases monumental installations
Unlimited, a showcase within the larger Art Basel event, is presenting a curated selection of monumental installations and large-scale artworks, including works from Keith Haring and Yayao Kusama.
Farm to table initiatives blooming in Qatar
Qatar 365 invites you to taste initiatives with a farm to table flavour, pushing individuals towards more sustainable practices
Going Green gets more expensive as EU slaps tariffs on Chinese electric cars
Chinese electric cars will be going up in price in the European Union after the Commission bowed to pressure from politicians worried about competition for their domestic automotive industry. It has "provisionally concluded" that Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers will
Denmark recalls popular Korean noodles over excessive spiciness: Real risk or too hot for Danes?
The announcement by the national food safety regulator was met with derision from fans of searing heat.
WATCH: Unlike other sheep, Senegal's Ladoum lives in luxury
As Muslims prepare for Eid Al-Adha, Senegal's prized Ladoum sheeps, worth up to $70,000, have their moment to shine.
T-Minus Ariane 6: Inside Europe's critical mission to reclaim space autonomy | Euronews Tech Talks
Raymond, Aline, Anne-Sophie, and Romain are four of the many Europeans involved in the building and launch of Ariane 6, Europe’s brand new rocket. And they also hold a crucial responsibility: each of them is authorised to press the red button to halt the launch.
EU set to partly delay key banking reform, as US drags feet
Brussels will likely be under pressure to boost competitiveness as its politics takes a rightward turn.
Drugs are 'everywhere' in Europe, agency warns in report
European drug agency warns of concerning patterns in the consumption of drugs across the bloc, with increasing public health consequences.
What is Baillie Gifford and why is its sponsorship of the Edinburgh Fringe controversial?
What is Baillie Gifford and why are festivals being pressured to drop their sponsorship this summer?
French right ditch leader over far-right alliance deal
The party ousts Eric Ciotti after he called for an alliance with Marine Le Pen's National Rally.
Moscow revives gunboat diplomacy with nuclear submarine visit to Cuba
Russia's top-of-the-line nuclear submarine Kazan is about to dock in the port of Havana together with the Korshakov missile launcher frigate. The Kremlin's hazardous move in the Caribbean responds to the alleged US meddling in Eastern Europe.
A step towards peace in Ukraine
By Josep Borrell, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs The Summit on Peace organised by Switzerland will bring together almost 100 nations from all parts of the globe to discuss how to initiate a process to end the war against Ukraine. The EU fully supports these efforts.
Ukraine extends blackouts as Russian bombings continue
Kyiv says some of its power stations, battered by Russian bombardments, might never come back online.
‘Much-hyped’ rise of Far Right in EU election was ‘limited’, says former senior MEP
Richard Corbett, one of the longest serving former deputies, was speaking after nationalist parties in some EU countries made a significant impact in the weekend’s election. Marine Le Pen's National Rally won about 32% of the vote, Italian leader Georgia Meloni consolidated
At least 41 dead in residential building fire in Kuwait
Another fifteen people were injured in the fire in Mangaf city on Wednesday, most of whom were taken to hospital.
Germany prepares massive police effort to combat hooligans at Euro 2024
The country is mobilising its largest police deployment since the federal police were established in 1951.
EU threatens China EVs with tariffs of up to 38%
The decision comes as an investigation continues into what the EU calls China’s "unfair subsidisation".
These four industries alone cause 2.7 million deaths in Europe, new WHO report finds
A new report shows how certain industries impact health and premature mortality in the World Health Organisation's European region.
German inflation on the rise again for the first time in five months
Increases in services and food costs contributed significantly to May's rise in German inflation, although energy prices continued to fall.
Disgraced investor Martin Shkreli facing lawsuit over world’s rarest album
The disgraced "pharma bro" has been accused of retaining digital copies and sharing recordings of the rarest album on earth - an album he was forced to sell following his 2017 conviction.