Archives for 13/09/2024

The stolen work is one of several versions of 'Girl with Balloon', a stencilled image of a child reaching for a heart-shaped red balloon. Two men have been charged with burglary over the theft of an artwork by street artist Banksy that was taken in a smash-and-grab raid on a London gallery.The Metropolitan Police said that Larry Fraser, 47, and James Love, 53, are alleged to have taken 'Girl … [Read more...]

Hundreds of residents have fled the eastern Donetsk region via evacuation trains from Pavlohrad to Kropyvnytskyi and Lviv, amid the escalating conflict as Russian forces advance in the area. At least one person has been killed in Russian shelling on an apartment building in the eastern city of Kostiantynivka.Local authorities say the city came under fire from cannon artillery and a 43-year-old … [Read more...]

All the latest developments on the first day of the World Judo Tour. Zagreb, the heart of Croatia, transformed into a stage for the Judo Grand Prix this Friday, showcasing the strength and spirit of athletes from around the globe. Croatian judoka were honoured for their achievements with a special distinction for their first judo Olympic Champion Barbara Matic. Awarding were Dr. Sanda Corak, … [Read more...]

The UN World Food Programme is working to assist newly displaced and food insecure people in northeast Nigeria who have been affected by severe floods. Hundreds of thousands are in need of assistance in northeast Nigeria, after torrential rains caused a dam to collapse and flood the area on Tuesday.The Alau Dam, situated just over 15 kilometers south of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, … [Read more...]

Despite boycotts, Hungarian Finance Minister Mihály Varga called the meeting a success and addressed concerns by emphasising their commitment to advancing climate action while remaining competitive. EU finance ministers met in Budapest for an informal meeting focusing on several pressing issues, including climate policy, the ageing population, and the green transition.During the talks, … [Read more...]

Bulgaria, being a key transit point for drugs traveling from the Middle East to Western Europe, has ramped up its efforts in recent years to combat drug trafficking and smuggling. Authorities in Bulgaria have seized a record 125 kg of gold at the Kapitan Andreevo checkpoint on the border with Turkey. The haul, which includes undeclared gold castings, jewelry, bars, coins, and other gold items … [Read more...]

Ukrainian authorities estimate that around 83,000 people have been forcibly displaced in the Donetsk region since 1 August, according to the officials. Hundreds of residents have fled the Donetsk region in Ukraine in September via evacuation trains from Pavlohrad to Kropyvnytskyi and Lviv, amid the escalating conflict as Russian forces advance in the area. The majority of evacuees are from the … [Read more...]

All the latest military updates on the war in Ukraine. Ukrainian forces launched new attacks into Russia’s Kursk region, just a few kilometers from the salient — territory captured by Ukrainian forces since the start of the incursion — and Russia's counteroffensive.Russian forces also continue their counterattack throughout the Ukrainian salient. Moscow says they have recaptured 10 settlements … [Read more...]

GATE, launched in 2022 to tackle drug problems in Brussels, will expand with a new centre next year due to its success and high demand. Since opening its doors a stone's throw from the Brussels South train station, GATE, the first safe drug consumption space in the Belgian capital, has provided refuge and hope to the rising number of crack cocaine addicts in Brussels.Euronews visited the … [Read more...]

Air France Resumes Direct Paris-Manila Flights this December: Key Details Explained Table of Contents Exciting news is on the horizon for both travelers and businesses. Air France is set to resume its direct flights between Paris and Manila starting December 2024. This development will not only add convenience for passengers but also strengthen the ties between France and the Philippines, … [Read more...]

This week, State of the Union focuses on the latest round of immigration politics in Germany and voting patterns in the US and elsewhere. The recent gains of the far right in regional elections in East Germany continued to make waves this week as the center-left coalition of Chancellor Olaf Scholz tried to seize back the initiative.In an attempt to further crack down on illegal immigration, … [Read more...]

Hosted in Madrid, Arab, Turkish, and European officials discussed a two-state solution for Israel-Palestine and urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza. Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares said that his country is "supporting" all ceasefire efforts by Qatar, Egypt and the United States to end the ongoing violence in Gaza. Albares's comments came after the Spanish government held a meeting … [Read more...]

This study reveals the best and worst European metro systems: Is your city on the list? Have you ever wondered which European cities have the best, worst and busiest metro networks? New research reveals the answers. Luggage storage company Bounce has looked into all of the services across the continent’s capital cities - and made some surprising discoveries. While the London … [Read more...]

This Icelandic architect proposes harnessing lava flows to create building foundations. An architecture studio in Iceland is proposing the use of lava as a building material. Arnhildur Pálmadóttir of s.ap architects is presenting her project Lavaforming at the Venice Architecture Biennale next year. Her team, which specialises in sustainability and circularity in construction, is … [Read more...]

The G7 has promised to raise a $50 billion loan for Ukraine, but the initiative requires an agreement between the 27 members of the European Union. The European Commission has presented member states with three options to fulfil a G7 plan that will see Western allies raising a $50 billion loan (€45 billion) to support Ukraine's army and economy in the battle against Russian forces.The plan, … [Read more...]

Top News Stories Today Updated: 13/09/2024 - 18:00 GMT+2 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. ...More Appeared first on: euronews.com … [Read more...]

What would Marta Kos' Yugoslav secret service past imply, and what kind of a role did the socialist republic's spy agency play in Europe's past? As European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen prepared to dole out portfolios to her new College, no one expected Slovenia to drag her into a domestic dispute involving allegations of communist-era espionage.The small Alpine country of about … [Read more...]

Around 500 personnel and sniffer dogs have been mobilised for the search while relatives of the victims wait for news of their loved ones, next to a stack of coffins prepared for the deceased. The death toll from Typhoon Yagi’s aftermath in Vietnam climbed to 233 on Friday as rescue workers recovered more bodies from areas hit by landslides and flash floods, local authorities said.Vietnam's … [Read more...]

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Updated: 13/09/2024 - 17:15 GMT+2 Known as the "Great Gathering on the Steppe," this event features a range of traditional competitions, including horseback wrestling and eagle hunting. Known as the "Great Gathering on the Steppe," this event features a range of traditional competitions, including horseback wrestling and eagle … [Read more...]

Scientists were baffled by seismic signals which were recorded from the Arctic to Antarctica for more than a week last September. Last year, a massive climate change-triggered landslide in a remote part of Greenland shook the Earth for nine days. Seismometers detected mysterious vibrations all over the globe, from the Arctic to Antarctica in September 2023. They were different to the usual … [Read more...]

Last month, tourism minister Sandiaga Uno warned that the situation in south Bali was verging on overtourism. Bali has long been a tourist honeypot, but the growing influx of visitors is putting pressure on local infrastructure and endangering the environment. Concerned overtourism will become unmanageable, Indonesian authorities have brought in a temporary suspension on new hotel builds … [Read more...]

Empty villages, disillusioned young workers, and government officials scrambling for solutions: this is the stark reality Euronews uncovered in Greece, where the country is bracing for a major population collapse fuelled by plummeting numbers of births, mass emigration, and low fertility rates. Six years after Greece exited its financial bailout programmes, marking the official end of a … [Read more...]

Health officials have said vaccinations will play a critical role in combatting the outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) authorised an mpox vaccine for the first time, calling it an important step toward fighting a rapidly growing outbreak in Africa.The approval of Danish vaccine maker Bavarian Nordic’s jab means that donors, such as UNICEF and the vaccines alliance Gavi, can buy … [Read more...]

A new study found that women using the weight loss drug tirzepatide (Mounjaro) lost more weight than men, but experienced higher rates of side effects like nausea and vomiting. A new study found that women using the weight loss drug tirzepatide, also known by its brand name Mounjaro, experienced greater weight loss than men. Still, all doses of the medication were shown to result in weight … [Read more...]

Updated: 13/09/2024 - 16:21 GMT+2 The 2024 Slopestyle World Champion expertly navigated a 2.7-meter-wide track across 10 carriages at 23 km/h while performing daring tricks. The 2024 Slopestyle World Champion expertly navigated a 2.7-meter-wide track across 10 carriages at 23 km/h while performing daring tricks. The project, planned … [Read more...]