Author: Euronews

This is the second consecutive year of record-breaking numbers, surpassing last year’s total of 39,910 arrivals. ADVERTISEMENTThe number of migrants reaching Spain’s Canary Islands by precarious vessels from West Africa has hit a record high, with 41,425 arrivals recorded between 1 January and 30 November, according to Spain’s Interior Ministry. This marks the second consecutive year of record-breaking arrivals, highlighting the ongoing challenges of irregular migration to the archipelago.Located off the northwestern coast of Africa, the Canary Islands serve as a key entry point for migrants seeking better opportunities in Europe, according to local media.Most arrive on overcrowded, open-topped boats, adding…

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Voters in Iceland joined a global trend of punishing incumbents in a parliamentary election, with a centre-left party winning the largest share of votes. ADVERTISEMENTWith all the votes tallied on Sunday, the Social Democratic Alliance had won 15 seats in the 63-seat parliament, the Althingi — more than doubling its total — and secured almost 21% of votes, according to national broadcaster RUV. The conservative Independence Party, which led the outgoing government, had 14 seats and a 19.4% vote share, and the centrist Liberal Reform Party 11 seats and about 16% of votes.Three other parties also won seats. Social Democrat…

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Germans, Austrians, and the French are expected to spend the most on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with sales predicted to be boosted by an average of 175%. ADVERTISEMENTAs the Black Friday frenzy peaks, millions of people in Europe’s five biggest economies hunt for deals.Around 61% of consumers in Spain, the UK, Italy, France, and Germany are expected to participate in Black Friday over the next ten days, according to a NielsenIQ study analysed by Barcelona’s OBS Business School.With an average budget of €251, Germans are the biggest spenders during this period, followed by the Austrians, with €219 and the…

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