Now playing Next Business The rise of the world's debt-laden 'zombie' companies An Associated Press analysis found the number of publicly-traded 'zombie' companies - those so laden with debt they're struggling to pay even the interest on their loans - has soared to nearly 7,000 around the world. 07/06/2024
Now playing Next Markets Weekly market recap: Record moment resumes as tech stocks lead the way Risk-on sentiment prevailed in global markets as the Nvidia-led tech rally buoyed Wall Street, while the ECB’s rate cut sent the Euro Stoxx 600 to an all-time high. 07/06/2024
Now playing Next Green News Ban fossil fuel advertising worldwide, UN chief urges António Guterres called fossil fuel companies the ‘godfathers of climate chaos’ being ‘aided and abetted’ by advertising and PR companies. 06/06/2024
Now playing Next Economy Germany announces €23 billion tax cuts to help inflation-hit household The coalition government set aside week's of disagreement to agree the tax cuts package. However, the move has already seen a considerable backlash, with opposing political parties arguing that tax cuts will heap yet more pressure on Germany’s already strained budget. 06/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Economy preys on Spanish voters' minds – but vanishes from campaign Despite a relatively strong employment rate, rising inflation and a high cost of living mean Spaniards are still voting with their wallets. 06/06/2024
Now playing Next Travel News Schengen visas will be more expensive from 11 June The European Commission has blamed the price hike on inflation in member states. 05/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Europe gears up to mark 80 years since D-Day landings D-Day, also known as Operation Overlord, remains the biggest amphibious operation in military history, involving around 150,000 Allied forces landing in Normandy on 6 June 1944. 04/06/2024
Now playing Next Tech News These earphones can track your brain activity and help you focus The founders of Neurable want to make brain measurement accessible to all. Their first-of-its-kind headphones could bring brain tracking to the masses. 04/06/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Adele praised for confronting anti-pride heckler during concert Saturday was 1 June, marking the first day of Pride Month. During a Las Vegas gig, British singer Adele clapped back at a homophobic audience member who yelled: "Pride sucks". The footage of the moment has gone viral and garnered much praise for Adele. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Space How can Europe fund its space ambitions? Europe is lagging behind in the space economy, and member states are calling for more public and private investment to remain competitive with global players - but challenges remain for the next Commission mandate and the sector first needs a new strategy to attract investors. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Markets Week ahead: ECB rate decision and EU elections take centre stage European financial markets are set to react to two major events: the European Central Bank's rate decision and the EU Parliamentary elections. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Mass parachute jump over Normandy kicks off D-Day commemorations 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day but officials decided against playing host to the Russian president, 02/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Parachute drop marks 80th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy Both U.S. President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy attended whilst Russian President Vladimir Putin was not invited. 02/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News What does Finland and Sweden's NATO accession mean for race in Arctic? Following Sweden and Finland's accession to NATO, seven of the eight Arctic Council members will be fighting Russia's threat in the Far North, which has had a significant military advantage for the past decades. 31/05/2024
Now playing Next Ocean Calls Meet the people working in Europe's small-scale fisheries In this episode of Ocean Calls, we hear from the people behind the fish on your plate. They are often overlooked, but play a crucial role in Europe's fishing industry. 30/05/2024
Now playing Next Business BHP drops Anglo American takeover bid as shareholder support ebbs BHP's bids have been called "unattractive" by Anglo American, who has said that they expose its shareholders to undue risk and uncertainty. 30/05/2024
Now playing Next Tech News Commission seeks closer ties with Latin America to tackle drug traffic Cooperation with drug exporting countries would enable Europol to access more data on illegal activities . 30/05/2024