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World

Russia pounds the Kyiv region, killing 4 and targeting the power grid

Russia is continuing its missile and drone attacks on Kyiv and surrounding areas, killing four people, including a child

World

Greggs to close four UK factories with potential for 740 job losses

Bakery chain says move is necessary to provide growth in the ‘most cost-efficient manner’

Europe's security and defence in focus amid escalating hybrid threats

Good morning. This is Mared Gwyn in Brussels, where Euronews’ Defence and Space Summit is just about to get underway – more on that below. Also in this edition: an exclusive interview with the head of President Zelenskyy’s office, Kyrylo Budanov.

Germany news: Cabinet approves care reform bill

The German Cabinet has approved a draft bill on reforming the care system after long debate. Police have launched raids across Germany targeting Hells Angels gangs and a money-laundering network. DW has more.

Germany news: Coalition vows care system reform deal

The coalition government is seeking to bring a heated debate over a care reform package to an end. Police have launched raids across Germany targeting Hells Angels gangs and a money-laundering network. DW has more.

Germany news: Volkswagen ends collective wage agreements

In an effort to cut costs, automaker Volkswagen terminated most of its collective wage agreements in Germany. This could reignite disputes with employee representatives. DW has more.

Culture

UK Indie Distributor True Brit Entertainment Files for Administration

True Brit Entertainment, the UK theatrical distributor founded by Zygi Kamasa in 2023, has filed for the U.K. equivalent of Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Sport

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Van Dijk on free transfer at end of season - ESPN

Real Madrid are hoping they can sign Virgil van Dijk when his Liverpool contract expires at the end of the season. Transfer Talk has the latest.

World

Andy Burnham: UK could ‘go all the way’ by rejoining EU

PM says he is looking at all options and ministers will examine ‘what is doable’ and the ‘pros and cons’

World

Antisemitism at UK universities is increasing, security charity says

LONDON, Sept 30 - Antisemitism at British universities is on the rise, with incidents up nearly 80% from before the October 2023 attacks by Hamas on Israel, a report by a charity which provides security advice to Britain's Jewish community said on Wednesday.

Albanian PM says fate of Kushner-linked luxury project will be decided by 'science', not 'ideology'

Albania has previously promised that the €1.4bn project linked to Donald Trump's son-in-law will meet EU environmental standards.

Sport

Have any footballers scored with the first touch of their careers?

Plus: Plus: European stadia with low Google ratings, losing hat-tricks and the last time Spain had less than 50% possession

Sport

Dropping Kelly and Toone could prove a World Cup masterstroke by Wiegman

England’s coach has given a wake-up call to her whole squad by leaving out two heroes of 2022 and 2025

World

Andy Burnham says rejoining the EU among all ‘the options’ being considered – UK politics live

The prime minister says he wants to open a debate about the UK’s future relationship with Europe

World

Energy bills in Great Britain forecast to jump by £276 a year from January

Cap poised to jump by 16% to equivalent of £1,999 for dual-fuel bill as impact of Iran war puts squeeze on homes

'Alternative Nobel' honors women's rights activists, AI researcher

The Right Livelihood Award has gone to a female AI researcher and women fighting repression. The Sweden-based prize has been dubbed an "alternative Nobel."

World

Half a million trees to be planted in England in three years, says government

Exclusive: Environment secretary Angela Eagle to make pledge as part of efforts to protect against extreme weather

World

Ceuta mass migrant crossing handling 'responsibility of all EU,' Spanish king says

MADRID, Sept 29 - European countries should have shown more solidarity and offered more support to Spain after the mass arrival in Ceuta of tens of thousands of migrants, Spanish King Felipe VI said on Tuesday during a gala dinner to mark a visit by French President Emmanuel Macron.

Health

Irish rugby: The international rugby 'trailblazer' and her legacy of cancer awareness

Rosie Stewart played for Ireland and was a founding member of Ulster Women's Rugby but died after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

World

Eiffel Tower chief steps down after female staff sidelined for Hindu delegation’s visit

Patrick Branco Ruivo will leave his position at the company operating the Paris landmark at end of year

World

Blockades in France over high school grievances see hundreds detained

Over 400 minors detained in nationwide French high school protests over class sizes, timetables, and teacher shortages amid heatwave conditions.

World

Nandy says children’s social media ban only ‘staging post’ in online safety drive

Exclusive: Culture secretary says UK will crack down further and be ‘pioneer of tech as a force for good’

World

Healthy Babies programme to be expanded across England

Scheme will follow principles of Sure Start, helping families with infant feeding, mental health and bonding with babies

Hungary's reckoning with Orban's corrupt system picks up speed with high-profile arrests

Hungary's Prime Minister Peter Magyar vowed to dismantle Orban's corrupt networks. High-profile figures are being arrested and many Hungarians are pushing for swift accountability, but the rule of law takes time.