Now playing Next United Kingdom What would a Labour UK election win mean for Europe? Labour's leader Keir Starmer has ruled out any radical re-haul of the UK-EU relationships but has made clear his distaste for Boris Johnson's post-Brexit arrangements. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next No Comment Ukraine and Russia exchange 180 prisoners of war The exchange was mediated by the United Arab Emirates, Kijv and Moscow said. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Tech News OpenAI pauses the release of AI voice assistant over safety testing The advanced voice mode technology was first demoed in May but its launch has now been pushed back by a month. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Bulgaria can’t adopt the euro due to high inflation, ECB says Sofia had expressed hopes it could join the EU currency zone in the middle of next year, but must meet tough economic criteria. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Secrets of the Viking Völva revealed at Denmark’s National Museum A new exhibition opening at Denmark’s National Museum is exploring the history and legacy of a mysterious female Viking sorceress, known as… the Völva. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Who is NATO's new secretary general Mark Rutte? On Wednesday, ambassadors of the 32 NATO members officially appointed outgoing Dutch PM Mark Rutte as its next secretary general - but who is Rutte, the man behind the job? 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Russia US journalist Evan Gershkovich goes on trial in Russia The espionage case against the Wall Street Journal reporter remains opaque, and the US insists the charges are unfounded. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Tentative deal reached in Hollywood to reduce likehood of more strikes The agreement includes the pay hikes and artificial intelligence protections, a tentative contract deal which makes another big strike unlikely. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Living Why Patagonia is inviting fashion into climate action While many clothing companies chase trends and aim for sky-high sales, Patagonia - which has made Earth its sole shareholder - swims against the tide. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Australia Assange free after pleading guilty to leaking military secrets The WikiLeaks founder returned to his homeland of Australia aboard a charter plane on Wednesday after striking a deal with the US government guaranteeing his freedom. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next Europe News Kaja Kallas: The Russia hawk poised to become the EU’s top diplomat Moscow has put a prize on her head. Kaja Kallas is now wanted in Brussels. 26/06/2024
Now playing Next United Kingdom Four arrested after entering the grounds of British PM Sunak's home The incident comes just over a week before the UK’s general election that will determine if Sunak remains in power. 25/06/2024
Now playing Next Green News Carbon price for homes and cars could prove ‘very controversial’ While public awareness of an incoming carbon price for home heating and motor fuels remains low, the European Commission is aware it may become a hot political issue for the next EU executive. 25/06/2024
Now playing Next Health news Chronic loneliness may be linked to higher risk of stroke A study found that chronically lonely older adults had a higher risk of stroke compared to those who reported minimal isolation 25/06/2024
Now playing Next Slovakia Slovakia claims ex-government jet donation to Ukraine was illegal The Ukrainian military is in dire need of extra air power as Russia bombards its territory with artillery, missiles and drones. 25/06/2024
Now playing Next Sport Euro 2024: Epic Austria beat Netherlands 3-2 to finish top of Group D France failed to beat Poland and finished second in the group ahead of third-placed Netherlands. In Group C, England and Denmark retain first and second spot respectively. Slovenia are also through to the last 16. 25/06/2024
Now playing Next Water Matters How does the EU manage its shared waterways? In partnership with the European Commission Nearly half of the world’s freshwater is shared between at least two or more countries. In this Crash Course, we examine why water cooperation between states is increasingly vital to prevent conflict. 25/06/2024