Now playing Next World News At least 7 people dead as floods ravage Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria Torrential rain has caused unprecedented flooding in southeast Europe and widespread destruction prompting evacuations in both residential and tourism areas 06/09/2023
Now playing Next USA Burning Man revellers begin exodus after flooding stranded thousands Muddy roads flooded by a summer storm that left tens of thousands of partygoers stranded for days at the Burning Man counterculture festival had dried up enough by Monday afternoon to allow them to begin their exodus from the northern Nevada desert. 05/09/2023
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Now playing Next Green News EU to push for deal on 'phasing-out' fossil fuels at COP28 A proposal to phase out CO2-emitting fossil fuels at COP27 last won backing from more than 80 countries but oil and gas-rich nations opposed it. 04/09/2023
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Now playing Next Economy Back to work: the EU's to-do list between now and the 2024 elections After a month-long summer break, the European Union is back to work. 04/09/2023
Now playing Next Finland EU's only indigenous people vote in Sámi Parliament elections With no dedicated government minister or national representation, the Sámi Parliament in Inari is an important body for Sámi people, despite its limitations. 04/09/2023
Now playing Next Sweden Several arrested in Sweden over new Quran burning Swedish police have arrested two people and detained around 10 others after a violent riot broke out at a protest involving a burning of the Quran. Organised by Iraqi refugee Salwan Momika, its the latest incident among protests which have sparked outrage across the Middle East. 03/09/2023
Now playing Next USA One dead and thousands stuck amid heavy rainfall at Burning Man festival Authorities in Nevada are investigating a death at the site of the Burning Man festival where thousands of attendees remained stranded on Saturday night as flooding from storms swept through the Nevada desert. 03/09/2023
Now playing Next Lebanon Lebanon's LGBTQ+ community under threat as leaders ramp up campaign The Middle Eastern nation is traditonally seen as fairly liberal in comparison to many of its neighbours but recent verbal, legal and physical attacks are creating a toxic environment for LGBTQ+ residents. 02/09/2023
Now playing Next World News Lessons in life for some pupils as a new school year starts in Europe Riots, the threat of gun violence and the cost of living crisis have an impact on some European schools 02/09/2023
Now playing Next Green News Greece is launching drones to tackle future wildfires Climate change makes deadly blazes worse, the Greek PM has warned, as the Evros fire continues to burn. 01/09/2023
Now playing Next Mongolia Pope Francis visits Mongolia, home to 1,400 Roman Catholics The Pope will visit a cardinal and a charity run by nuns as well as meeting political leaders in Mongolia 01/09/2023
Now playing Next Ukraine Euroviews. The European Union should ban Russian tourist visas Vacations and foreign travel are luxuries, and preventing Russian citizens from going abroad would force them to think twice about their government’s actions, Mark Temnycky writes. 01/09/2023
Now playing Next Partner content Discover the year-round wonders of Azerbaijan Partner content presented by Azerbaijan Tourism Board Nestled at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Azerbaijan offers a tapestry of experiences, from its rich historical heritage to its lush natural wonders and vibrant cultural gems. 01/09/2023
Now playing Next Nature These cute pufflings are making a comeback despite climate change Researchers say the birds’ resilience in the face of ocean heating shows the complexity of climate change impacts on ecosystems. 31/08/2023