Now playing Next Economy Wealth of nations: Gap between rich and poor in Europe widens Wealth inequality between countries across Europe is very strong. In the EU, the difference in wealth per adult between the countries with the highest and lowest levels exceeds a factor of ten. 04/06/2024
Now playing Next Travel News These European destinations have the cleanest water to swim in Most of Europe's bathing waters, ranging from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, are of outstanding quality for swimming. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Green News Inside Paris 2024’s plans to hold the most sustainable Games yet Construction represents the biggest improvement, with 95% of venues existing or temporary. But critics point to ‘harmful’ sponsorship deals. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Business Green light for Orange customers with free switch to 5G for Paris 2024 The Paris Olympics will be the first to use 5G extensively, for better quality video-coverage as well as a more immersive experience for spectators. 03/06/2024
Now playing Next Economy Final manufacturing figures show Eurozone inching towards recovery The index remains in negative territory but shows the smallest fall in more than a year. Spain's economic health is looking up while Germany and France continue to show weakness. 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 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 Firefighter dies as heavy rains and flooding worsens in Germany Flooding, high river levels and heavy rain led to the death of a firefighter and disrupted train travel in southern Germany on Sunday. 01/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Thousands march in Budapest streets in support of Orbán A crowd of tens of thousands gathered in Hungary's capital on Saturday in a show of strength behind Prime Minister Viktor Orbán a week ahead of the European Parliament elections. 01/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Germany and Italy Heavy rain and floods hit parts of Germany and Italy - with hundreds being advised to leave their homes and some missing. 01/06/2024
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Now playing Next Destinations Drought leaves major questions about Barcelona's future in tourism As Barcelona exits its almost four-year-long drought, the aftermath has left many tough questions about the realities of water management and mass tourism. 01/06/2024
Now playing Next State Of The Union State of the Union: EU struggles for the right Middle East policy The crisis in the Middle East, the Franco-German vision for the next mandate and the upcoming EU elections were among the key topics discussed around Brussels this week. 31/05/2024
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Now playing Next Economy Eurozone inflation accelerates in May: Are ECB rate cuts in doubt? The harmonised index of consumer prices rose by 2.6% year-on-year in May, surpassing forecasts. Core inflation also increased to 2.9%. This comes as the European Central Bank (ECB) prepares for a potential rate cut on June 6. 31/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe Decoded Euroviews. When it comes to genomics, de-risking with China is not enough This is not about stoking the flames of techno-protectionism, but about safeguarding the fundamental rights to privacy, security, and ethical governance in the face of real and present dangers, five MEPs write. 31/05/2024
Now playing Next Europe News 'Squalid and chaotic': Reality of Italian migrant jails The death of a detainee at a detention and deportation centre on the outskirts of Rome in February shone a spotlight on the conditions inside these de-facto jails for migrants, and raised serious questions about Italy's migration policy. 31/05/2024