Excitement among spectators as Ariane 6 launches MTG-I2
Ariane 6 launched the MTG-I2 satellite from French Guiana, a new Meteosat that strengthens Europe's weather monitoring. Euronews spoke to attendees after the event to share their excitement.
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Public reacts to Ariane 6 rocket launch with MTG-I2
Ariane 6 launched the MTG-I2 satellite from French Guiana, a new-generation Meteosat that strengthens Europe's pledge to weather monitoring. "Euronews" spoke to several people after the event to share their excitement first-hand.
Spain's PM says Ceuta migrant surge inquiry ongoing, far-right behind 'fake' information
Last week, Spain asked the European Commission for the support from Frontex and Europol to assist with the screening of migrants who are staying irregularly in Ceuta, according to several Spanish media outlets.
Flash flood hits Grand Canyon’s Phantom Ranch, more than 20 people missing
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Why is the EU looking for new member states? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
Iceland has voted against reopening EU membership talks, with 52.8 percent rejecting the government's proposal. This comes as the EU wants to expand and strengthen unity. But why does the EU want to expand? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
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"Never achieved before": meteorologist analyses MTG-I2 leap to forecast disasters
Panos Giannopoulos from Greece's National Meteorological Service, who has spent years interpreting satellite images, tells "Euronews" what changes with the new Meteosat launched from French Guiana, the world's most advanced weather satellite.
"Never done before": meteorologist on MTG-I2 leap to predict disasters
Panos Giannopoulos of Greece's National Meteorological Service has spent years reading satellite images. He tells Euronews what changes with the new Meteosat launched from French Guiana, the world's most advanced weather satellite.
TAP Air Portugal loses almost €100m so far this year as fuel costs soar
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‘Europe’s climate and security challenges are inseparable,’ Hoekstra tells Euronews
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