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The Ukrainian President praised the army for its attack on a Russian ammunition depot, and says Ukraine's Victory Plan is ready in his nightly video address.
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Stroke deaths are declining in Europe but rising worldwide, new analysis shows
Stroke prevention efforts should focus on high blood pressure, lifestyle, and environmental factors that can increase people’s risk, the study authors said.
UN General Assembly supports resolution calling for end to Israeli occupation
The resolution passed a 124-12 vote on Wednesday with 43 abstentions, including the US.
US Federal Reserve cuts benchmark interest rate by half-point
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates helped tame inflation but that also made borrowing painfully expensive for American consumers.
Socialist Ribera becomes von der Leyen’s new right-hand woman
Teresa Ribera, Spain's climate expert, is set to become the EU's second most powerful woman in Ursula von der Leyen's new College of Commissioners.
German government denies it suspended permits for arms exports to Israel
Reports indicate that arms exports have fallen dramatically from the previous year, and no more permits have been issued for weapons sales since March.
EU to allocate €14 million to help Canary Islands host migrants
The funds will come from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of a joint operation launched with Frontex.
World’s most powerful passport: Spain knocked off top spot by Asian nation
Although Singapore is now in pole position, many European passport holders have impressive freedom of movement.
What was stored at the Russian arms depot in Tver region struck by Ukraine's drones?
Renovated in 2018, the facility in Toropets is estimated to have stored tonnes upon tonnes of military goods, including explosives, artillery shells and ballistic missiles.
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WATCH: Passenger and freight trains collide in Prague, 25 injured
A collision between a high-speed RegioJet passenger train and a stationary freight train in Prague left 25 people with minor injuries on Wednesday.
Von der Leyen’s portfolio paradoxes
Exotic hybrid portfolios, overlapping policies, and candidates with a problematic past could all plague plans for the new European Commission outlined by Germany’s Ursula von der Leyen yesterday.
Cruise caps and cutting off power: European cities get serious on overtourism
Valencia, Budapest and Athens are all putting in place new legislation to tackle overtourism and illegal short-term accommodation.
WATCH: Firefighters battle hundreds of fires across central Portugal
Portugal is battling over 100 active wildfires, with the most severe in Aveiro.
Hundreds of elephants to be killed in Zimbabwe and Namibia as food and water resources run dry
In Zimbabwe, the elephants will be taken from an area where the population has become unsustainable.
Poland, Hungary, Romania: Leaders say fatal floods bear fingerprints of climate change
The flooding followed heavy rain and snow brought by Storm Boris over the weekend.
Civil society groups urge EU leaders to secure funding for fair transition in regions
Central and eastern European countries are among the biggest beneficiaries of transition funds due to their historic dependency on the coal mining sector and heavy industries.
Further blasts targeting Hezbollah walkie-talkies go off across Lebanon a day after pager attack
In the Lebanese capital, multiple explosions went off during the funeral of four Hezbollah fighters who were killed the day before, sources confirmed.
Locals in this capital are happiest with their public transport. How do Europe's cities compare?
Dissatisfaction with public transport in capital cities was more keenly felt in southern Europe and parts of the Balkans. How does your city compare?
Don't downgrade equality, rights groups warn von der Leyen
Ursula von der Leyen's decision not to have a dedicated Equality Commissioner in her second mandate has prompted outrage, amid rising concern about weakening rights for women and LGBTIQ+ people.
Notre-Dame restoration reveals Renaissance poet's coffin
The tomb of one of France’s best-loved early poets has been discovered during restoration work in Notre-Dame.
Will France gain more influence in the next European Commission?
Questions have been raised about the influence France will have over the new European Commission following the appointment of its new commissioner and the divide between conservatives and centrists.
Brussels puzzled over migration nomination for Austria's Magnus Brunner
Austria's Magnus Brunner, a finance minister, has been placed to deal with migration in a move that has left some in Brussels scratching their heads.
Have archaeologists uncovered the remains of French poet Joachim du Bellay at Notre-Dame Cathedral?
Archaeological excavations at Notre-Dame de Paris have uncovered a burial site that could be that of the French poet Joachim du Bellay (1522 - 1560), whose grave has been sought since the 18th century. But doubts remain...
Myanmar floods have affected 631,000 people and caused 226 deaths.
A week after Typhoon Yagi and monsoon rains triggered severe flooding in Myanmar, residents in the capital, Naypyitaw, have begun cleaning their homes.
Fendi's flappers throwback to Fiorucci's dreamy silhouettes: The best of Milan Fashion Week so far
Milan Fashion Week has kicked off, with Fendi’s centenary collection, featuring elegant, art deco-inspired designs and Fiorucci’s playful SS25 show.
WooHoo! We're officially getting a Margot Robbie produced movie adaptation of The Sims
Say "sul sul" to an official 'The Sims' movie - ladder-less pools and all?
European Parliament announces 5 nominees for the LUX Audience Film Award
Women's rights, climate change, colonialism, harassment in school and the war in Ukraine are the topics covered by the three fiction and two documentary films that were nominated for the LUX Audience Film Award 2025, by the European Parliament.
How have European stocks previously reacted to Fed rate cuts?
Historically, European stocks have reacted positively to Fed rate cuts, especially when not linked to a recession. However, during recessions, market performance is volatile. The 2020 pandemic cut was an outlier, with stocks surging due to unprecedented global stimulus.
Lebanon attack: Why is Hezbollah using pagers and how could they have been made to explode?
Pagers belonging to Hezbollah operatives exploded in an attack that was allegedly planned by Israel. This is how experts are speculating they could have been detonated.
Barnier faces crumbling support as French right-wing MPs slam rumoured tax hikes
France's new Prime Minister Michel Barnier has said that the country's budget is in a "very serious" situation.
Jordan sets up mobile clinics in Gaza to aid amputees
The Jordanian 'Restoring Hope' initiative helps amputees in Gaza by giving them prosthetic limbs, handling 5 to 10 cases at a time.
Eurozone inflation figures see drop in August, edging nearer to ECB 2% target
Services were the main reason for the boost but growth in inflation was at the slowest rate in three years and inching towards the ECB's target of 2%.
Nine Inch Nails photography exhibition set to open in London in October
The collection of photographs by Jonathan Rach hits London next month. ‘The Downward Spiral Exhibition’ coincides with the 30th anniversary of Nine Inch Nails' second album 'The Downward Spiral', and features "unseen" images from NIN's 1994-1996 'Self Destruct' tour.
The EU's new defence commissioner is open to eurobonds
Lithuanian commissioner hopeful Andrius Kubilius told Euronews he's urgently looking to raise billions - including via the controversial idea of joint borrowing.
Con artist who inspired Netflix's 'Inventing Anna' hits US TV dance competition in ankle monitor
The real life fake heiress who inspired Netflix's 'Inventing Anna' has made her debut on the US dance show, Dancing with the Stars, sporting a glittery ankle monitor.
Who is Maria Luís Albuquerque, the likely next financial services Commissioner?
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen entrusted a financial portfolio to a woman known for administering tough fiscal discipline during Portugal's sovereign debt crisis.
Russia’s Tver region partially evacuated after Ukrainian drone strike causes fire
Reports from the Ukrainian and Russian sides differed as to the cause and scale of the attack.
Dozens arrested as crime message network dismantled
Nine countries were involved in the operation which has so far seen over 50 arrests.
Legendary Italian striker Totò Schillaci dies at 59
The former Messina, Juventus and Inter centre forward had been fighting a tumour for some time and was hospitalised since September.
Tradition meets competition: Kazakhstan hosts the 5th edition of the World Nomad Games
In this episode of Focus, we go behind the scenes at the 5th World Nomad Games in Astana, Kazakhstan.
From books to calligraphy: A look at Qatar’s thriving literary scene
Qatar 365 explores the infinite world of literature, from getting more children to read and spend more time at libraries, to getting crafty with Arabic calligraphy. We also visit Qatar’s first girls’ school, now turned into a museum, to honour the woman who fought for women’s
The EU's new Hungarian health Commissioner-designate is in for a rocky ride
Olivér Várhelyi, the controversial pick of Hungary's PM Viktor Orbán, has been handed a highly technical role by Ursula von der Leyen. What does it mean for EU health policy if he's rejected by the European Parliament?
Brussels moves to deduct €200 million fine from Hungary's EU funds, as country refuses to pay up
Budapest will soon be deprived of a share of its EU funds for refusing to pay the fine imposed by the European Court of Justice.
Victoria’s Secret comeback show: Cher to lead all-women line-up
Cher has been announced as the headliner for Victoria’s Secret’s upcoming comeback fashion show, after a six-year hiatus for the lingerie brand.
Manchester theatre cancels Shakespeare play over Gaza and trans rights dispute
A theatre in Manchester has cancelled the entire run of a Shakespeare play due to an argument over references to trans and Palestinian rights.
Google wins legal bid to overturn antitrust fine in EU digital ad case
The ruling can be appealed to the EU Court of Justice, the bloc's top court, but only on points of law.
Ukraine boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk released from custody in Poland
It is not clear why one of Ukraine's most prominent sportsmen was detained at Krakow airport.
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