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US warns Iran planning 'imminent' ballistic missile attack on Israel as Lebanon invasion begins

The killing of the leader of Hezbollah has been followed by the start of an Israeli boots-on-the-ground operation.

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Essential workers of Europe converge on Brussels for demo over labour conditions

Europe • 1:42 PM

A thousand European workers from cleaning, security and catering services are protesting in Brussels to demand that the €2 trillion public procurement market (14% of EU GDP) funds good working conditions and environmental targets.

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UK Eurovision winner Martin Lee, singer of Brotherhood Of Man, dies aged 77

Culture • 1:40 PM

The singer and songwriter Martin Lee was best known for his work as part of the pop group Brotherhood Of Man, which won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1976.

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Muhammad Ali's most famous boxing glove goes to auction

Culture • 1:27 PM

Ali's glove, iconic for its history split, is expected to sell for a price in the millions.

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Bardella and Patriots face uphill struggle in legal cordon sanitaire challenge

Europe • 1:24 PM

The far-right political group is suing the Parliament over the cordon sanitaire which has excluded its MEPs from top jobs. However, experts say time and judges might not be on the Patriots' side.

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British handbag maker Mulberry turns down takeover bid from Frasers

Business • 11:41 AM

Mulberry has recently rejected a takeover proposal from Mike Ashley's Frasers Group as too low. It insists that its own fundraising measures will be enough to stabilise the company.

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German authorities arrest AfD-linked Chinese spy for allegedly leaking military flight details

The Chinese national is accused of conveying sensitive information to an ex-AfD staffer who is also facing espionage charges.

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From London to Berlin: Monet’s Impressionist cityscapes shine in new exhibitions across Europe

Culture • 11:25 AM

Two major exhibitions on Claude Monet have opened in Europe, with London’s Courtauld Gallery showcasing his iconic Thames series and Berlin’s Alte Nationalgalerie focusing on his rare Paris cityscapes.

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A junk dealer in Pompeii keeps a Picasso painting in his living room for 50 years without knowing it

Culture • 11:15 AM

For more than 50 years, a family in Pompeii kept a real treasure inside their home without having any idea about its worth. The canvas, found in the 1960s by a junk dealer, hung in their living room before they discovered it was a masterpiece by Picasso,

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Xi warns of 'rough seas' as China celebrates 75 years of communist rule

Commemorations were also held in the former UK colony of Hong Kong and Portugal’s former territory of Macao, both of which returned to Chinese sovereignty in the late 1990s.

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Polari Prize: Shortlisted writers for LGBTQ+ literary awards announced

Culture • 10:30 AM

The Polari Prize has named its shortlisted writers for the LGBTQ+ writing awards. Munroe Bergdorf is nominated alongside Jon Ransom, one of 2023’s winners.

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Latest news bulletin | October 1st – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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Oscar-winning actor Daniel Kaluuya to get statue in London’s Leicester Square

Culture • 9:55 AM

The actor’s statue will be unveiled as part of the "Scenes In The Square" trail this month, to coincide with the UK’s Black History Month.

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Russian strike on Kherson market kills at least seven, Ukrainian authorities say

Europe • 9:43 AM

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared images of an attack on a crowded public area, insisting that similar attacks can be prevented with international support.

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Travel chaos at Milan Bergamo airport after Ryanair plane tyres explode upon landing

All flights scheduled to depart from or land at Bergamo's airport today are currently delayed, diverted or cancelled. According to the latest statement, the runway is not supposed to reopen before 5pm local time.

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Banksy’s bulletproof Union Jack vest worn by Stormzy at Glastonbury on sale for €360,000

Culture • 9:06 AM

The now iconic vest, which draws attention to social and political unrest across the UK and highlights the endemic surges in knife crime in contemporary Britain, is set to go under the hammer this month.

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Why are carmakers pleading for a respite from EU climate policy?

Business • 8:42 AM

The head of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association explains why the industry faces multi-billion euro fines next year when stricter CO2 emissions limits kick in

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Ukraine ‘at the top of the list’: NATO’s new chief takes charge

Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte formally took over as secretary general of NATO from Norway’s Jens Stoltenberg at a Tuesday ceremony.

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National Rally embezzlement trial begins as party denies breaking European Parliament rules

Europe • 8:40 AM

Prosecutors say the alleged embezzlement of European funds makes French and European taxpayers victims of malfeasance.

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Deadly storms rip through US while typhoon expected in Taiwan

Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc across the US’ west coast, with Typhoon Krathon expected to make landfall in Taiwan on Wednesday.

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Marine Le Pen to launch legal action after father filmed singing with neo-Nazis

Jean-Marie Le Pen was serenaded by a group known to have ties to an international far-right organisation.

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EU needs long-term climate investment plan aligned with just transition, French MEP tells Euronews

Europe • 7:46 AM

French Thomas Pellerin-Carlin, 34, has been a researcher in EU energy policy for the past ten years and joined the European Parliament as a S&D lawmaker following the June elections. The Frenchman wants to stop the EU from backtracking on the green promis

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‘Race to the bottom’: Brussels airports cancel hundreds of flights as workers go on strike

Europe • 7:36 AM

Flights to and from airports Zaventem and Charleroi in Brussels will be put on hold as reportedly hundreds of security, cleaning and hospitality staff employed at the major transport hubs will strike for better wages and working conditions.

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In pictures: 81-year-old South Korean model Choi Soon-hwa almost becomes oldest Miss Universe

Culture • 7:18 AM

The 81-year-old model narrowly missed becoming the oldest Miss Universe, but did take home the prize for “best dresser.”

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Port workers from Maine to Texas go on strike risking new shortages

Business • 7:08 AM

Port workers from Maine to Texas began walking picket lines early Tuesday in a strike over wages and automation that could reignite inflation and cause shortages of goods if it goes on more than a few weeks.

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Is EU's first space commissioner launched on low-orbit mission?

Europe • 7:00 AM

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's second term will see the first-ever commissioner for defence and space. But his mission and support do not match the recognition seen at the policy level, analysts and industry representatives argue.

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South Korea unveils most powerful missile which could reach North Korea underground bunkers

"If North Korea attempts to use nuclear weapons, it will face the resolute and overwhelming response of our military and the (South Korea)-US alliance," President Yoon Suk Yeol said.

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This is how we brew it: A cultural guide to coffee on International Coffee Day

Culture • 6:17 AM

Today of all days, it’s time to be livin’ la vida mocha...

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What would having the far right in power mean for Austria and EU migration policies? | Radio Schuman

Europe • 5:51 AM

The anti-immigration far-right party in Austria won the general elections on Sunday, and migration might shape the way the upcoming coalition is formed, according to an expert Radio Schuman spoke to.

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Kyiv’s Future Generation Art Prize celebrates and champions global young artists

Culture • 5:45 AM

The prize is open to all artists aged 35 or younger from anywhere in the world and working in any medium. This year’s cohort features 21 artists from as far afield as Lithuania, Iraq and Taiwan.

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'Teflon Mark': Will Rutte's political survival kit help him navigate an increasingly complex NATO?

As the former Dutch PM takes over as secretary general of the alliance, analysts say he will have to use his political survival skills as an astute negotiator to persuade members to spend more on defence and keep supporting Ukraine.

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New AI models are more likely to give a wrong answer than admit they don't know

Business • 5:30 AM

According to a new study, the more advanced an AI large language model (LLM) becomes, the less likely it is to admit it can't answer a query.

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What's next for Austria after far-right win historic victory?

Europe • 5:30 AM

Controversial leader Hebert Kickl has led the Austrian Freedom Party to a narrow win, and now faces a challenge finding a coalition partner who would be willing to work with him.

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Latest news bulletin | October 1st – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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Could Europe's youth be encouraged to return to work in the UK?

Business • 4:09 AM

A meeting between the UK's Prime Minister and the EU's President could pave the way for a youth mobility scheme, although challenges remain.

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ECB’s Lagarde supports bank mergers as UniCredit-Commerzbank talks intensify

Business • 4:06 AM

The ECB has indicated its support for UniCredit’s potential full takeover of Commerzbank, as cross-border banking mergers align with the single market’s unity strategy, enhancing the competitiveness of the European banking system on a global scale.

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Car industry future: EV market obstacles and maintaining profitability

Business • 4:04 AM

De-motorisation is generally a wealthy, urban phenomenon, according to a new report, although threats to the car industry remain.

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Prosecutors say Italian football scene has been at risk of 'mafia-type influence' for some time

Europe • 1:04 AM

19 people were arrested in Italy on Monday accused of forming mafia groups connected with the football business. Prosecutors say there have been risks for some time now of a drift towards criminal activities carried out in Italian football stadiums.

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What's behind the runaway success of French-language music on Spotify?

Culture • 12:55 AM

Alors on danse... Across music, podcasts, and audiobooks, more Spotify listeners are turning toward French-language content. The likes of Stromae, Indila and Aya Nakamura are seducing wider audiences and crossing borders like never before.

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Experts suggest stripping ‘cancer’ from low-grade prostate cancer diagnoses

Business • 12:48 AM

Cancer doctors, scientists, and patient advocates said the “cancer” label can do more harm than good, given this form of the disease doesn’t spread or kill patients.

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Tibetans protest outside China's embassy in India

Tibetans in India staged a protest outside China’s embassy in New Delhi, calling for an end to "genocide" in Tibet.

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Israel begins ground offensive against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military said it was carrying out “targeted ground raids” in villages close to the Israeli border.

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Ukraine's Zelenskyy prepares for new security agreement ahead of Ramstein meeting

Europe • 10:04 PM

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that US and Ukrainian teams are preparing for an upcoming meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group in Ramstein, Germany.

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Israel launches small raids against Hezbollah across the Lebanese border, officials say

It follows Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant's remarks that the ‘next phase of war’ against Hezbollah will ‘begin soon’, signalling that Israel could be preparing for a ground offensive in Lebanon.

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EU calls on Israel and Hezbollah to show restraint in 'moment of truth' for Lebanon

Europe • 5:56 PM

The bloc's warning comes amid signs Israel is ramping up its offensive with a land incursion into Lebanon.

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Watch: The South African designer empowering the visually impaired

Culture • 4:30 PM

Meet the woman who designs clothing with inclusion in mind.

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Denmark cleans up damage after floods wreak havoc

Europe • 4:14 PM

51 of the country's 98 municipalities have been told to draw up flood protection plans by the Danish coastal authority, amidst fears that flooding will worsen in the future.

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Latest news bulletin | September 30th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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Over 75% of 3 and 4-year-olds in Europe get too much screen time and not enough sleep and exercise

Business • 3:52 PM

While most young children get enough sleep, they spend too much time on screens and don’t move enough, the global study found.

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What Austria's electoral results mean for EU affairs

Europe • 3:40 PM

Austria could become the latest European Union member state to have a far-right party in power after the Freedom Party (FPÖ) secured victory in Sunday's general election.

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Austrian man amputated his penis with an axe after eating psilocybin psychedelic mushrooms

Business • 3:31 PM

Psilocybin has become increasingly popular in medical research for its potential therapeutic benefits, but an extreme case has highlighted the drug’s potential dangers when used in uncontrolled settings.

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Moldova at the crossroads: tensions with Transnistria ahead of EU membership referendum

In October Moldovans will vote on making EU membership a constitutional goal. A 'yes' vote would put the pro-Western leadership on a collision course with the Russia-leaning breakaway region in the east.

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France is home to the world’s coolest neighbourhood, according to a new ranking

Hip bakeries and indie bookstores nabbed the area the number one spot.

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New NATO chief Mark Rutte inherits multiple security headaches

Europe • 2:46 PM

An EU veteran with an established relationship with Donald Trump, ex-Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is well-placed to tackle NATO’s challenges, defence experts have told Euronews.

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Can converting disused office spaces into flats solve Berlin's housing crisis?

Business • 2:45 PM

Two German entrepreneurs have been converting old factories and disused office spaces into affordable apartments in Berlin for years. As rents spiral in the German capital, Euronews met them to ask if such projects could be a feasible solution for the hou

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Archaeologists discover more than 50 exceptionally well-preserved Viking skeletons in Denmark

Culture • 2:05 PM

The discoveries suggest that the Vikings were involved in trade networks far more extensive than previously thought.

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New LNG system opens in Greece aiming to reduce reliance on Russian gas

The new project, funded in part by the European Commission aims to reduce southeastern Europe's dependence on Russian gas.

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Actor Damian Lewis herds sheep over London bridge to honour medieval tradition

Lewis has been granted the honorary title of "Freeman of the City of London", which in medieval times included the right to bring livestock across London without paying tolls.

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All hands on deck: Multilateral AIIB working with other development banks to tackle climate change

Business • 1:01 PM

Battling climate change needs both public and private financing, leveraged through multilateral development banks like AIIB, says its president, Jin Liqun. The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank is working with World Bank, EBRD and other financial insti

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Es Devlin’s new work supporting UNHCR features portraits of 50 Londoners affected by displacement

Culture • 11:55 AM

Bringing together portraits, animation, sound sequences and choral performances, the landmark installation at London’s St Mary le Strand Church will be unveiled on Thursday (3 October).

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Italy's Stellantis becomes latest car giant to issue profit warning

Business • 11:19 AM

The struggling maker of Jeep and Ram is looking for a new CEO to succeed Carlos Taveres, who is under fire from US dealers and the United Auto Workers union after a dismal first-half financial performance.

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What is Marburg virus, the infectious and deadly Ebola-like disease breaking out in Rwanda?

Business • 11:10 AM

The Ebola-related Marburg virus kills around half of those infected but has been fatal in up to 90 per cent of cases.

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Pope's calls doctors who perform abortions 'hitmen,' sparking online furore

Europe • 11:03 AM

It was the second time in as many weeks that Francis has been asked about his views on abortion, which remains a hotly-contested issue for the Catholic Church

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‘Baby Reindeer’: Judge rules series is 'not a true story' - ‘real’ Martha can sue Netflix

Culture • 10:36 AM

The ongoing legal saga surrounding the Emmy-winning Netflix miniseries Baby Reindeer continues... Now, a new verdict can lead accuser Fiona Harvey to pursue her defamation lawsuit against Netflix.

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Inter and Milan ultra football fans 'decimated' by mafia arrests in massive police crackdown

Several top ultras of Milanese football clubs have been detained on the accusation of forming criminal groups aiming to take control of businesses in and around the San Siro stadium.

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Latest news bulletin | September 30th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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Baaah-nd of Brothers? Hollywood star Damian Lewis herds sheep over a London bridge

Culture • 9:58 AM

The actor was one of over a thousand people driving sheep along a historical trading route on Sunday – but what is this quirky, centuries-old tradition?

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Hungary's Orbán rallies China and Brazil in renewed Ukraine peacemaking push

Kyiv — which views Orbán's constant overtures to Moscow and pushback against support for Ukraine as hostile — is on a peace-through-victory campaign of its own and might not have any interest in hearing out Russia's demands any time soon.

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Why renewed tensions with neighbours have stalled North Macedonia’s EU membership bid

Europe • 9:12 AM

EU ambassadors failed to approve the opening of the next chapter of EU accession talks with Skopje last week.

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California governor Gavin Newsom vetoes landmark AI bill that would require safety testing

Business • 8:58 AM

The bill, which would have been the first AI law in the US, would have required tech companies to test models and provided whistleblower protections to workers.

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Europe’s oldest nightclub La Paloma in Barcelona re-opens

Culture • 8:56 AM

While many venues across Europe are facing closure due to inflation rates, rising rent costs, soaring energy prices and a shift in post-pandemic habits, a bit of good news comes from Spain as La Paloma, which opened in 1903 and shut in 2007, is reopening

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‘We’re going back to the US’: Couple abandon dream round-the-world cruise after repeated delays

Despite being scheduled to leave at the end of May, the vessel is still stationary in Belfast port - along with hundreds of stranded passengers.

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Wero set to become Europe's first unified payment solution

Business • 7:10 AM

Wero is set to become Europe's first sovereign payment solution as a key rival to Visa and Mastercard. Its rapid expansion and access to the Single Market positions it as a strong alternative to the US-based networks.

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Country music legend and 'A Star Is Born' actor Kris Kristofferson dies at 88

Culture • 7:08 AM

Kris Kristofferson, the country music star and 'A Star Is Born' actor, has died at the age of 88.

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French far right goes on trial for allegedly embezzling European funds for party

Europe • 6:39 AM

The high-stakes trial opens in Paris on Monday and will last for two months.

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Israel to 'use all capabilities' including ground troops, defence minister says

Yoav Gallant's words to IDF troops stationed in the north of Israel came as fears of a boots-on-the-ground invasion of Lebanon to fight Hezbollah continue to rise on Monday.

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Has the EU really become more transparent? Sort of, EU ombudswoman says | Radio Schuman

Europe • 5:51 AM

To start off the week, Radio Schuman talks about the European Commission’s culture of secrecy as seen by the EU ombudswoman, who has pushed for new standards of openness and transparency in EU institutions.

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Latest news bulletin | September 30th – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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Is an anti-Kickl coalition on the cards after the far right won in Austria?

Europe • 3:12 AM

A projection for ORF public television, based on counting of over 90% of the vote, showed the Freedom Party finishing first with 29.2%.

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Thousands in Portugal march against immigration in rally called by far-right party

Europe • 1:33 AM

Demonstrators marched through the capital Lisbon with the Portuguese national flag and carried banners bearing slogans like, 'Expulsion of immigrants who commit crimes'.

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SpaceX rescue mission to bring stranded astronauts back to Earth docks at ISS

NASA decided using the Boeing Starliner capsule to bring Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams back to Earth was too risky following a string of technical glitches on their outwards journey.

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European Commission appoints 13 experts to draft AI Code

Business • 12:41 AM

The Code of Practice, aimed to give clarity to providers of General Purpose AI systems, should be ready by August 2025.

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Delhi Capital owners to buy English cricket club in historic move

Business • 12:32 AM

English cricket team Hampshire is set to be bought by part-owner of IPL franchise Delhi Capitals.

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Paris Fashion Week nears to a close: Here are some highlights you might have missed

Culture • 12:26 AM

From Issey Miyake's paper-inspired designs to Alexander McQueen's fog-filled runway, the world's top designer brands have dazzled at Paris Fashion Week. Here are some highlights.

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Protesters in Paris demand end to Israeli air strikes on targets in Lebanon

Europe • 11:35 PM

France has been a key supporter of Israel, defending its right to self-defence for years and sells an average of €20 million worth of military equipment to the country each year.

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Pope Francis urges all members of the Church to never cover up sexual abuse

Europe • 9:42 PM

Speaking to a crowd of around 39,000 in the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, the pontiff wrapped up a difficult visit to Belgium by saying, "There is no place for the covering up of abuse."

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Israel hits Houthi targets in Yemen, 24 killed in strike on southern Lebanon

The Houthi-run TV channel Al Masirah showed firefighters tackling a huge blaze in Hodeidah and said at least four people had been killed and 33 others wounded.

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Running into battle: Ukrainian Ironman who swapped marathons for the frontline

An Ironman athlete turned Ukrainian soldier, Dmytro traded marathons for the frontline. Severely injured in battle, he now faces a new race of recovery and PTSD.

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Latest news bulletin | September 29th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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Israel's assassination of a seventh senior Hezbollah official is confirmed

Israel says it's killed another high-ranking Hezbollah official in an airstrike as the Lebanese militant group reels from a string of devastating blows

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Exit polls indicate Austria's far-right party has won national election

Europe • 3:13 PM

Exit polls indicate Austria's far-right party has won historic first national election after tapping into voters' fears of immigration and the Ukraine war.

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German and Italian Presidents attend 80th anniversary of World War II Marzabotto massacre

Europe • 1:50 PM

Hundreds of men, women and children were massacred by Nazi troops and local fascists for their support of Italian resistance fighters.

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Pope ends troubled visit to Belgium demanding sex abusing clergy are judged

Europe • 11:56 AM

Francis' visit to Belgium was always going to be difficult given the country's history of clerical sexual abuse and its increasingly secular society.

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