Now playing Next Radio Schuman Von der Leyen's Commission roll call stirs mixed reactions Ursula von der Leyen presented her list of Commissioners to the press on Tuesday, featuring six executive vice-presidents, four of whom are women, many important job titles given to Eastern European and Baltic countries, and some new portfolios like the Mediterranean, housing and animal welfare. 18/09/2024
Now playing Next Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 18th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/09/2024
Now playing Next Stays Local flavours and lava cave rooms: Inside Santorini’s black hotel The unusual hotel on Greece’s most famous island offers a true taste of the country. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 17th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Tech News OpenAI to launch Paris office as city aims to become AI hub - report OpenAI, the company behind the wildly successful chatbot, has made no secret of its plans to expand in Europe. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Cinema Here's what not to miss at this year's Festival Lumière 2024 Cinephiles rejoice! The 2024 Lumière Festival kicks off in Lyon next month, and with a rich and eclectic program, this 16th edition promises to be yet another vibrant tribute to cinema in all its forms. Here’s the lowdown on the screenings and events you shouldn’t miss. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Georgian parliament approves anti-LGBTQ+ law in lockstep with Russia The approved bill is the latest in a string of laws seemingly taken from Moscow's playbook. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Climate Now How is climate data shaping EU policy? In partnership with Copernicus Join us for our live Climate Now debate from Brussels, streaming on our YouTube channel on 24 September at 11:30 CET. Our experts will explore how climate data is shaping EU policy, reflecting on past decisions and future strategies. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Netherlands Dutch coalition partners row over immigration as king lays out agenda Decades-old rifts over how and whether the Netherlands should accommodate new arrivals have been driven wide open by a far-right surge. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Lifestyle Check out these insane inflatable latex designs at London Fashion Week Designer HARRI made his womenswear debut at London Fashion Week, showcasing an avant-garde collection of spectacular inflatable latex with exaggerated silhouettes. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Culture news The new 'La Bohème': Opera for dummies or much needed Gen Z update? The shortened version of La Bohème was staged for the first time in Perugia: it lasts ninety minutes instead of two hours and forty minutes. The new format is the idea of tenor Gianluca Terranova, who also plays the role of Rodolfo. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 17th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Brie Larson to make West End debut in Greek tragedy ‘Elektra’ “I couldn’t be more excited to perform in this Greek drama," said Oscar-winning Brie Larson, who hits the stage in London next January as the titular character from Sophocles' famous play. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next No Comment Weekend sees significant migrant landings in Canary Islands Nearly 500 illegal migrants arrived in the Canary Islands over the weekend, with five fishing boats carrying 296 people landing between Saturday and Sunday. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Radio Schuman Will Breton's final salvo rock von der Leyen's boat even further? Breton publicly accused European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen of "questionable governance" and secretly trying to replace him by asking France for a different name for her College. Will von der Leyen's troubles end soon, or will they only worsen? 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 17th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 17/09/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Germany reinstates land border checks in much-criticised move Germany has reinstated border checks at all land crossings on its nine borders to curb migration and tackle crime, according to officials. 16/09/2024