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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.

12/06/2024

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Markets

Fed holds US interest rate steady with 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.

12/06/2024

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Russia

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.

12/06/2024

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Europe News

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.

12/06/2024

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Europe News

Le Pen, Wilders and allies in Brussels to discuss uniting EU far right

Far-right leaders are expected to broach the possible re-configuration of the right wing in the European Parliament.

12/06/2024

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Green News

Greens won't back von der Leyen without invitation to grand coalition

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.

12/06/2024

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Ukraine

Russian bombing kills 9 as Biden approves new missile system transfer

Follow the latest updates from the war in Ukraine.

12/06/2024

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Destinations

What is Europe’s 90-day rule and which countries are excluded from it?

Worried about Europe’s 90-day rule? Travellers recommend the best places to break up your trip.

12/06/2024

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Green News

Can the world agree on climate finance before COP29?

Countries are set to make a new commitment on climate finance at the UN climate conference in November this year.

12/06/2024

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Art

Meet 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.

12/06/2024

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Europe News

France's Republicans party expel Ciotti over alliance with far right

Eric Ciotti has refused to resign, warning there may be "legal consequences" to his party's unanimous decision.

12/06/2024

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World News

Hamas demands 'complete halt' to war in response to 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.

12/06/2024

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Armenia

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.

12/06/2024

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What employers can do to make your summer less stressful

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The summer season can add to workplace woes for parents and those with caring responsibilities.

12/06/2024

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Eco-Innovation

‘Bacterial batteries’: How bacteria in soil could power farming tech

Bacteria in soil could power technology that makes farms more productive.

12/06/2024

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WATCH: El Salvador transfers 2,000 inmates 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.

12/06/2024

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Culture news

Massive Attack protests 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.

12/06/2024

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Markets

European stocks, single currency rally as US inflation cools

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.

12/06/2024

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Travel News

Is it safe to travel to Greece? Athens shuts Acropolis amid heatwave

Tourists have been fainting while queuing to get into the Acropolis.

12/06/2024

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Nature

German town votes to kill all its pigeons in unusual referendum

Campaigners say the plan to enlist a neck-snapping falconer is unacceptable.

12/06/2024

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Europe Decoded

Euroviews. The far right will probably fall short in French legislative elections

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.

12/06/2024

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Netherlands

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.

12/06/2024

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Business

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.

12/06/2024

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Europe News

Spain's Sánchez wants allies to 'add more pressure' on Netanyahu

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.

12/06/2024

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Climate

Euroviews. 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.

12/06/2024

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Art

Art Basel exhibit features works by Keith Haring and Yayao Kusama

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.

12/06/2024

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Qatar 365

A taste of Qatari initiatives with a farm to table flavour

In partnership with Media City

Qatar 365 invites you to taste initiatives with a farm to table flavour, pushing individuals towards more sustainable practices

12/06/2024

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Health news

Denmark ‘too spicy’ noodles recall: Real risk or a matter of taste?

The announcement by the Danish food safety regulator has been met with derision by people who like a taste of the hot stuff.

12/06/2024

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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.

12/06/2024

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Euronews Tech Talks

T-Minus Ariane 6: Inside Europe's critical space mission | Podcast

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.

12/06/2024

Thousands rally in Brussels to call for EU industrial action

Brain drain in Western Balkans spikes amid absence of opportunities

New twists to Commissioner saga as Breton slams VDL on his way out

Germany reinstates land border checks in much-criticised move

Thousands rally in Brussels to call for EU industrial action

Brain drain in Western Balkans spikes amid absence of opportunities

New twists to Commissioner saga as Breton slams VDL on his way out

Germany reinstates land border checks in much-criticised move

2024-06-12

Moscow stock exchange stops trading in dollars and euros

Can the world agree on climate finance before COP29?

Meet Tomas Colbengston, winner of art's most prestigious print award

Armenia to leave Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organisation

‘Bacterial batteries’: How bacteria in soil could power farming tech

Euroviews. The far right will probably fall short in French legislative elections

Three men found guilty of killing Dutch investigative journalist

Euroviews. G7 still has an opportunity to make good on its energy pledge

Art Basel exhibit features works by Keith Haring and Yayao Kusama

A taste of Qatari initiatives with a farm to table flavour