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Thu, 03 Feb 2022 07:30:09 +0100
Extreme weather has cost Europe €50bn and killed 142,000 in 40 years
And climate experts warn that it could be about to get worse.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 07:00:05 +0100
Latest news bulletin | February 3rd – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 06:43:54 +0100
Beijing will invite 150,000 fans to Winter Olympics
The Chinese authorities said that the invitees will include international residents of China, marketing partners and sponsors.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 06:23:08 +0100
In France, Emmanuel Macron calls for new rules to halt migrant flows
Immigration is a key issue at this year's presidential election, which pits Macron against two far-right candidates.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 21:55:53 +0100
Northern Ireland minister orders end to post-Brexit border controls
It is unclear whether or not this order will be followed, with some within the DUP arguing that the administration is under a legal obligation to carry them out.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 20:54:54 +0100
Serbian prosecutors: Djokovic's COVID-19 test was valid
Djokovic was deported from Australia and barred from playing in the Australian Open last month because he failed to meet Australia’s strict COVID-19 vaccination requirements.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 19:44:53 +0100
Dutch gynaecologist used own sperm to father 21 children, says hospital
It is the third known case in the Netherlands of a doctor using his own sperm without patients' knowledge or consent.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 19:07:02 +0100
Germany bans Russia Today from broadcasting its German language channel due to licence issues
Moscow has described the move as "political" and says it will retaliate against German broadcasters in Russia.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 18:00:17 +0100
Latest news bulletin | February 2nd – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:29:13 +0100
US to send more troops to Europe as Ukraine-Russia tensions rise
Additional 8,500 soldiers in the US remain in "heightened readiness" and "ready to move" to support the NATO Response Force if needed.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:14:22 +0100
Kazakhstan protesters were tortured after unrest, says Human Rights Watch
Around 10,000 people were detained after widespread anti-government protests last month.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 15:23:51 +0100
Here are all the positive environmental stories from 2022 so far
We're going to be regularly updating this page with good news about our planet in an effort to combat climate anxiety.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 15:15:37 +0100
Portugal limits hydroelectric power amid unusual winter drought
At least 45% of Portugal is currently experiencing “severe” or “extreme” drought.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 15:06:34 +0100
Twelve migrants found frozen to death near Greek border, Turkish authorities say
Turkey has regularly accused Athens of illegally pushing back migrants trying to cross into Greece.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 14:08:49 +0100
Ukraine crisis: MPs hold up flags to thank countries for their support
Surrounded by the flags, one politician, Sofiya Fedina — speaking in English — said she wanted to thank partners who "stand side by side with Ukraine".

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 13:21:52 +0100
In Moravia, Bohemians are warned to Czech their privilege
Moravians want to see greater recognition of their regional identity. They may be fighting a losing battle.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:41:41 +0100
'Queen of Italian cinema' Monica Vitti dies aged 90
'Queen of Italian cinema' Monica Vitti dies aged 90

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:00:05 +0100
Latest news bulletin | February 2nd – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:44:12 +0100
'I will comply with the law': Boris Johnson faces MPs after Gray report
The British prime minister could face a fine if UK police discover that he breached COVID-19 regulations.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:26:29 +0100
UEFA sees fungi side of Champignons League pizza
A lawyer acting for UEFA had asked the Champignons League pizza name to be dropped as it was too close to Champions League. But the football body has now had a change of heart.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:23:08 +0100
Electric car sales accelerate as Europe turns away from diesel
Sales of hybrids and fully-electric vehicles more than doubled in many European markets in 2021.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 08:00:44 +0100
COVID in Europe: France follows Denmark and begins lifting restrictions
Face masks will no longer be mandatory outdoors in France while working-from-home obligations have also been removed.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 07:25:35 +0100
Montenegro's prime minister warns of government collapse ahead of vote
Zdravko Krivokapic has urged lawmakers to vote for new elections on Friday.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 07:00:05 +0100
Latest news bulletin | February 2nd – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:45:23 +0100
Suspect in Berlin motorway attack detained in psychiatric hospital
Judges said the incident was not an Islamist attack but ruled that the man still posed a danger to society.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:23:52 +0100
Spain moves closer to investigation into child sex abuse within Catholic Church
Spain's Bishops Conference has now refused an official inquiry into allegations of priest abuse.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 19:15:59 +0100
Putin says US and allies ignored Russia's security demands
Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the US had ignored Russia's demands that NATO not expand eastward but that Moscow was still open to more talks.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 18:07:02 +0100
Guinea Bissau: President says calm has returned to capital following heavy gunfire
The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, said in a statement that it "condemns this attempted coup" and holds the military responsibility for the "physical integrity" of the president and his government.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 18:00:12 +0100
Latest news bulletin | February 1st – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:59:29 +0100
Pilot forced to abort first landing attempt at Heathrow due to high winds
A British Airways plane failed to land on the first attempt on Monday, footage showed, due to high winds in London.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:37:51 +0100
Why is the EU's green investment label for nuclear and gas so controversial?
The bloc's taxonomy classification system for sustainable financing is being called into question over fears of greenwashing.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:52:30 +0100
Far-right extremist Anders Breivik, who killed 77 people in 2011, has parole request rejected
"There is a clear risk that (Breivik) will return to the behaviour that led to the July 22 terrorist attacks," the Telemark District Court ruled, rejecting the request for release.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:44:54 +0100
Taiwan is making new friends in Europe. China isn't happy about it.
Lithuania and the Czech Republic have both begun to normalise relations with Taiwan. But Beijing is hitting back.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 15:45:43 +0100
Court set to rule on the impeachment of Albania's president Ilir Meta
To impeach or not to impeach? Court set to decide president's fate.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:39:33 +0100
Ireland launches amnesty scheme for undocumented migrants
“I firmly believe this scheme will improve the lives of thousands of people," said Ireland's justice minister.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 13:53:48 +0100
World record lightning bolt 'as long as London to Hamburg' distance
It spread over an incredible 768 kilometres.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 13:19:47 +0100
Hamburg school closed for four hours after 'armed youth' reported near building
A school in the German city of Hamburg was locked down by police after a gunman was seen nearby.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:25:49 +0100
Ukraine hails 'largest' diplomatic and military support amid Russia crisis
"Military and technical assistance to Ukraine is the largest, most valuable and continues to arrive," said President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:00:05 +0100
Latest news bulletin | February 1st – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 11:00:04 +0100
Julian Assange: MPs push for WikiLeaks founder to be granted political asylum in France
Four French MPs want to pass a resolution in parliament this week that would offer the WikiLeaks founder sanctuary.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:05:15 +0100
Which countries in Europe will follow Austria and make COVID vaccines mandatory?
COVID vaccines will be mandatory for all adults in Austria from 3 February.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:41:46 +0100
One year since military takeover, Myanmar opposition holds 'silent strike'
The new U.N. special envoy for Myanmar says violence has intensified since the military took power a year ago and sparked a resistance movement in the country.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:27:27 +0100
Pregnant journalist in Afghanistan finally allowed to return to New Zealand
Charlotte Bellis' case had become a source of embarrassment for New Zealand's COVID-19 policy which has left hundreds of nationals stranded overseas.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:00:05 +0100
Latest news bulletin | February 1st – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 21:53:40 +0100
EU auditor: Fossil fuels get more tax breaks than renewables
As part of the “European Green Deal," the EU has committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared with 1990 levels.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:25:43 +0100
Man arrested for flying drone over residence of Swedish king Carl XVI Gustaf
Swedish authorities are investigating dozens of reports of unknown drones flying above sensitive locations.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:07:52 +0100
Mali's military junta announces expulsion of French ambassador
Mali's military jnta announces expulsion of French ambassador

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:55:30 +0100
Italian businessmen scammed €440 million in virus tax credits, say police
Authorities carried out 80 raids across the country on Monday as part of the investigation.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:00:05 +0100
Latest news bulletin | January 31st – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:26:27 +0100
Maëlys de Araujo: Former soldier on trial for 2017 murder of eight-year-old French girl
The 38-year-old man has already admitted to killing Maelys and faces life in prison.



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