Now playing Next wellbeing Schools in Denmark are trialling lie-ins for teens to help boost sleep Amid a growing awareness of youth mental health, some 20 schools in Denmark have pushed back their start times following a two-year trial. 25/07/2024
Now playing Next Business Stellantis profit plunges as automakers face industry challenges French-Italian-American automotive giant Stellantis released its first half 2024 earnings on Thursday, reporting a net profit of €5.6bn, which was 48% less than the first half of 2023. Net revenue for the first half of the year was €85bn, which was 14% less than the corresponding period last year. 25/07/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Former James Bond actor George Lazenby retires from acting The former model and actor took up the 007 mantle from Sean Connery in 1969 for 'On Her Majesty’s Secret Service'. He only starred in one James Bond film - which is now regarded as one of the best in the series. 25/07/2024
Now playing Next Business French pharma giant Sanofi ups profit forecast as Dupixent sales soar The French pharmaceutical firm announces double-digit sales growth in the second quarter thanks to Dupixent and new products. 25/07/2024
Now playing Next Economy Germany's business climate worsens in July: European stocks plunge Germany's business sentiment worsened more than expected in July, marking the second consecutive monthly decline, bolstering fears that the Eurozone's largest economy is once again under pressure. 25/07/2024
Now playing Next Green News 3 hottest days ever were all this week: Is climate change to blame? "People are going to die and those deaths are preventable", said one public health expert. 25/07/2024
Now playing Next Europe News How Italian MEP is shielded from the Mafia in the European Parliament After preventing the Sicilian Mafia from getting their hands on agricultural funds, Giuseppe Antoci has been under police protection for nearly a decade. Coming to the European Parliament with bodyguards, he now wants to become the EU's main anti-mafia champion. 25/07/2024
Now playing Next Economy China cuts 1-year benchmark rate to boost economy as world markets lag China ratcheted up its effort to reinvigorate its economy on Thursday by cutting a key policy rate and interest paid on bank deposits. 25/07/2024
Now playing Next Health news 'Stunning' study shows twice-yearly jab may give 100% HIV protection Lenacapavir, a new injectible HIV treatment, was given to women in South Africa and Uganda with nearly 100% efficacy. 24/07/2024
Now playing Next Business Aston Martin on track to raise production despite widening losses Gaydon-based Aston Martin saw losses mount in its first half year. Despite that, the company says it will increase production in the second half of 2024. 24/07/2024
Now playing Next Business Mixed results for Europe's banks and their first half-year earnings Deutsche Bank's profits were seen as moderate in the first half of 2024 but other major banks including BNP Paribas and Santander posted better-than-expected results. 24/07/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Germany bans organisation with alleged links to Iran and Hezbollah Five other related groups and associations around Germany were also shut down. 24/07/2024
Now playing Next Europe News State of emergency declared in Crete’s Messara due to water crisis The Faneromeni dam, the main water source for the area, has seen its levels drop drastically due to illegal water pumping, low rainfall and high temperatures. 24/07/2024
Now playing Next Economy Eurozone private sector activity falls in July: Is the recovery over? Eurozone private sector activity dropped in July, hitting a five-month low. The Composite PMI fell to 50.1, signalling near-stagnation and raising concerns about the recovery's momentum. 24/07/2024
Now playing Next Markets Big tech shares set to waver as Tesla and Alphabet disappoint markets The two major tech earnings are pressuring Wall Street, with futures pointing to a lower opening on Wednesday. The souring sentiment may ripple through the European markets as LVMH also failed to cheer investors. 24/07/2024
Now playing Next Markets What to expect from Tesla results? Energy storage and AI in focus Tesla’s revenue for the second quarter may continue declining amid a slowdown in sales. However, the development of robotaxis and energy storage may become the focal point for its market valuation. 23/07/2024
Now playing Next Business Ryanair says summer fares will be lower as airline's profit slumps Ryanair's first quarter results for the financial year 2025 results have revealed lower profits and a dampened summer fare guidance for shareholders. 22/07/2024