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What happens when the war for truth becomes more dangerous than the actual battle itself? The struggle over perception can now matter as much as events on the ground. That is no longer hyperbole. In any crisis today, governments, media outlets, political movements and non-state groups compete in real time to define what is happening. Disinformation, coordinated propaganda and now content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) mean a false account can reach millions before an official one is drafted. As former BBC correspondent Karen Allen put it at the conference, “Now in an instant, I’m able to influence millions of…
Published on 29 October 2026 – 8:01 GMT+1•Updated 8:21 On today’s show: Euronews Spain correspondent Rafael Salido brings the latest on the train crash that killed at least 68 people, and on how the tragedy could affect the run-up to Spain’s general election, with Pedro Sánchez under pressure. Jorge Liboreiro reports on the EU-Canada summit in Montreal, Donald Trump’s shadow, and why member states killed the “associate membership” idea. Allan Lichtman, historian at American University, tells us if the US should brace for lawsuits after the midterms as Donald Trump stokes doubts about the results and election fraud. Shona Murray…
Published on 29 October 2026 – 8:12 GMT+1 The firm reported a loss of €1.1bn in the same three-month period last year. Overall sales fell 6.3% to €75.3bn, the group said. “The nine-month results make one thing clear: We cannot afford to lose any time. We must act quickly and decisively,” VW finance chief, Arno Antlitz, said in a video statement. The results highlight the pressure on Volkswagen to overhaul its business model amid fierce competition in China rising annual tariff costs and the expensive shift to electric vehicles in Europe where Chinese rivals are also gaining ground. More to…
Looking for some winter holiday inspiration? A new travel index has revealed which European destinations and experiences will be trending this chilly season. Tripadvisor’s latest study has analysed searches made by travellers in the UK between 1 August 2026 and 31 October 2026, for getaways between 1 November 2026 and 28 February 2027. Rather than warm winter holidays, its research found that cold weather destinations are on the hotlist, with festive Christmas market towns and Alpine locations topping the list across the continent. “It’s interesting to see such a strong trend towards cold weather escapes among Brits this winter, with…
In an age of overwhelming uncertainty and anxiety, people continue to seek solace in the dark and gritty worlds of crime fiction. One of the best selling literary genres across Europe, crime fiction has become especially popular in the United Kingdom and Nordic countries — a recent survey by Storytel Group found that crime and thrillers ranked as the most popular audiobook genres in Sweden, Norway, Finland and Poland. This will come as no surprise to most, with Nordic Noir a pillar of the genre; known for its atmospheric bleakness, complex characters, and slow-burn procedural thrills — many of which…
Ein rein berufliches Frauenproblem bringt den Kanzler in Bedrängnis. Zwar stößt die Aussicht auf die erste Bundespräsidentin im kommenden Jahr auf breite Zustimmung, doch die historische Personalie entwickelt sich zur politischen Hängepartie.Friedrich Merz droht die Kontrolle über die Debatte um die richtige Kandidatin zu entgleiten. Dabei drängt die Zeit massiv vor der Wahl Ende Januar, sodass plötzlich wieder völlig offen ist, ob am Ende wirklich eine Frau oder doch ein Mann antritt. Rasmus Buchsteiner analysiert die hitzige Diskussion um das höchste Staatsamt. Er beleuchtet das strategische Dilemma der Akteure und den wachsenden Druck vor der nahenden Entscheidung. Während der außenpolitische…
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European leaders are descending on Montreal in a bid to forge closer ties with Canada. On today’s show, host Zoya Sheftalovich catches up with Sarah Wheaton, who’s on the ground at the EU-Canada summit. They unpack what the talks could actually deliver — from defense and critical raw materials to space and AI — and the Trump-shaped shadow hanging over it all. Next, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen may be here in Montreal, but back in Brussels, questions remain about her role in the EU’s Covid vaccine deal with Pfizer. Finally: Eurovision has revealed its 2027 lineup — but…
Published on 29 October 2026 – 6:09 GMT+1 Brazil’s defeated right-wing presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro insisted Wednesday he is his country’s rightful leader, after fleeing to the United States to start a self-imposed exile. Bolsonaro’s defiance on arrival in Florida signaled continued upheaval for Brazil, where leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva won a dramatic runoff election on Sunday. “I am the elected president, and the criminals who stole Brazil’s election are part of a criminal organization that has established a tyranny,” Bolsonaro said in the statement published on his X account, slamming “electoral fraud.” “I will lead the…
European countries are paying far more for petroleum oil imports this year, following tensions in the Middle East in February 2026. Consumers are already facing higher petrol and diesel prices. Now, the EU’s import bill shows just how sharply costs have risen. In the second quarter of 2026, the EU spent an average of €27.6 billion a month on petroleum oil imports, up 55.8% from €17.7 billion a month in 2025. But the volume of oil imported barely changed. It rose by just 1.2%, from 36.3 million tonnes a month in 2025 to 36.7 million tonnes. That means the EU…