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Briefing: Iran war: Is Europe prepared for the fallout?

Strategic angle: The conflict between the US and Iran keeps unfolding, with thousands of Iranian casualties and escalating fighting across the Middle East.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: Rihanna's LA mansion struck by gunfire while singer was inside

Strategic angle: Reports indicate that at least one round from the 10 shots fired pierced a wall of the residence.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: Demonstrations mark International Women’s Day in Paris and Madrid

Strategic angle: Demonstrators gathered to denounce violence against women and call for gender equality.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: Leftist bloc dominates Colombia's divided congress in legislative polls

Strategic angle: Colombia's legislative elections result in a divided congress, yet President Gustavo Petro's leftist coalition remains dominant.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: Oil prices surge, stocks slide as Iran war spirals further

Strategic angle: Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis discusses the EU economy's resilience amid the ongoing conflict.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: Franz Ferdinand call out ‘warmongering murderers’ IDF and their song theft in propaganda video

Strategic angle: Alex Kapranos criticizes the IDF for using their hit song 'Take Me Out' in a controversial propaganda video.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: Europe’s rail renaissance gathers pace as travellers explore new routes and locations

Strategic angle: The resurgence has been building for several years, says the CEO and executive chairman of Rail Europe, but is now accelerating as governments and operators invest heavily in the sector.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: What is Europe’s crisis response strategy? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot

Strategic angle: The war in Iran is testing Europe’s crisis preparedness and the effectiveness of the EU’s emergency coordination.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: European leaders set for emergency talks as Iran war enters day 10

Strategic angle: Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time for the latest updates.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Bird populations are shrinking ever faster in the face of climate change and agriculture - US study

‘Extremely adaptable’ bird species are declining at an alarming rate – with worrying implications for humans.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Can a taxpayer-funded European social media platform work?

A group of activists is urging the European Commission to support the creation of a European social network funded by civil society.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Mauritius beyond the beach: Mountain peaks, temple lakes and multicultural cuisine

While Mauritius is well known for its beautiful beaches and turquoise ocean, there are far more experiences to explore on the island.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Evaluating the Risks of AI Chatbots for Medical Advice

The launch of ChatGPT Health by OpenAI prompts a critical examination of the risks associated with AI-driven health consultations.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Strategic view: Health advice from chatbots: what to know before using them

Strategic implications in focus: Following OpenAI's recent ChatGPT Health launch, here are key points to consider before relying on AI chatbots for medical guidance.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Renewed Efforts to Locate MH370 Fall Short, Raising Strategic Concerns

The renewed search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has not produced results after 12 years, prompting discussions on the efficacy of current search strategies and their broader implications.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Rising Founder Titles Reflect Job Market Challenges in Europe

As Europe experiences a slowdown in hiring, a notable increase in professionals identifying as 'Founders' on LinkedIn raises questions about the motivations behind this trend.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Briefing: U.S. military kills 6 in strike on alleged drug boat in the Eastern Pacific

Strategic angle: Sunday's attack brought the death toll to at least 157 people since the Trump administration began targeting alleged drug-smuggling vessels.

editorial-staff Mar 9

Politics

Strategic view: Hungary's opposition leader Péter Magyar calls on Russia to refrain from election interference

Strategic implications in focus: Péter Magyar urges Russia to halt its alleged meddling in Hungary's upcoming parliamentary elections.

editorial-staff Mar 8

Politics

Escalation in Beirut: Israeli Strikes Result in High Casualties

The Israeli military's expanded operations in Beirut have resulted in nearly 400 reported deaths, including 83 children, raising concerns over the humanitarian implications.

editorial-staff Mar 8

Politics

Strategic view: Serbia: Fears rise over the last independent media outlets

Strategic implications in focus: Concerns grow over potential shifts in media independence following a deal with a state-owned telecommunications company.

editorial-staff Mar 8