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Israel Blinken arrives in Turkey ahead of fourth high-stakes Middle East tour US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is making his fourth tour to the Middle East in just three months in a bid to ease fears that the Israel-Hamas war could erupt into a wider regional conflict. -
World News Alexander De Croo sets out priorities for Belgium's EU Council presidency Continuing financial aid to Ukraine will be a top priority as Belgium assumes the rotating presidency of the EU Council. -
Poland Companies pull ads from TV station after derogatory comments on migrants TV Republika are in hot water after commentators on the station said 'migrants should be sent to Auschwitz or be branded'. -
World News Four dead and dozens wounded after train collision in Indonesia A long-distance express train collided with a commute train on Friday morning in Indonesia's main island of Java. Four crew members died. -
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World News Ukraine intensifies drone and missile attacks on Russian areas Russian air defences downed dozens of Ukrainian drones in occupied Crimea and southern Russia on Friday, officials said, as Kyiv pressed its strategy of targeting the Moscow-annexed peninsula and taking the 22-month war well beyond Ukraine’s borders. -
Nutrition This arm patch can help non-diabetics track blood sugar in real-time using their smartphones This stick-on arm patch is among the new generation of glucose monitors. -
World News 'Provocation': Seoul says North Korean drills along disputed sea border violate military agreement North Korea fired artillery rounds near its disputed sea boundary with South Korea in violation of a fragile 2018 military agreement, prompting the South to plan similar drills. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 5th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Climate Why are France, Germany and England flooded - and is climate change to blame? El Nino, sea level rise and outdated defences have exposed European communities to devastating flooding. -
Culture news Rue David Bowie inaugurated in Paris Rue David Bowie was inaugurated in the French capital on Monday. The move to honour the British rock icon, who died on 10 January 2016 of liver cancer, also marks what would have been his 77th birthday. -
Economy US economy adds another 216,000 jobs in December 2023 The US economy saw the most job increases in the government, healthcare and leisure and hospitality sectors -
Spain Iberia ground staff strike at Spanish airports over contract dispute Ground staff at IAG-owned Iberia began their strike across Spain on Friday - although the airline itself has yet to see much impact. -
Europe News China to investigate EU brandy imports in new anti-dumping probe China is launching an anti-dumping probe into imports of brandy from the European Union, a move which follows the bloc’s trade inquiry into Chinese electric vehicles. -
Culture news Cultural Digest: Don’t miss these events in Europe this week Sofia Coppola's 'Priscilla', Julianknxx's exploration of the Black experience, and sexy Stormtroopers. Here's what to see and do in Europe this week. -
Earth News Belgium in eight-week sprint to close deals on emissions, packaging waste legislation As Belgium takes over the EU Council presidency, it has just eight weeks to reach a deal with the European Parliament on a hotly debated law designed to reverse rapid growth in packaging waste, as well limits on CO2 emissions from lorries and rules on carbon removal certification. -
Health news Scientists discover protein that could fight ageing and prevent age-related diseases Japanese scientists have identified a protein that could play a pivotal role in maintaining two subcellular structures linked to ageing and disease. -
Business JD Sports shares plummet following dire profit warning JD Sports shares fell around 20% on Thursday, following the retail chain issuing a gloomier profit forecast than before -
Travel News London Underground strike: Travel chaos expected for the capital next week as tube shuts down Industrial action planned in 2023 was averted after talks progressed, but negotiations appear to have stalled this time around. -
Culture news Starsky & Hutch actor David Soul dies aged 80 The American born actor was best known for this role as Hutch in the TV series Starsky & Hutch, in which he starred opposite Paul Michael Glaser. -
Business PepsiCo products pulled from European Carrefour grocery stores over price hikes Shops in France have seen PepsiCo offerings taken off shelves, with Belgium, Spain and Italy set to follow suit. -
World News Trump businesses received millions from foreign investments during presidency, claims report A scathing report from the Democrats on the House Oversight Committee claims countries, including China, India, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar paid the rent and bills in 2017 and 2018 of four Trump-owned businesses and properties. -
Culture news Golden Globes 2024 predictions: Who will and should win? The 81st Golden Globe Awards are this Sunday evening (or early Monday morning if you're tuning in from Europe). The organisation has been revamped, and the nominations are promising. Here are our predictions for this year's winners. -
France EU leaders pay final tribute to Jacques Delors European leaders joined French President Emmanuel Macron in a final tribute to a towering figure in European politics. -
Economy Italian inflation declines while consumer prices surge by 0.2% Euronews Business breaks down the newest data about Italy's yearly inflation rate, consumer prices, and the factors behind these changes -
Earth News Spain tells cities to use or lose EU funds for bike lanes and low-emissions zone Cities in Spain have been told to use or lose funds for bike lanes and low-emissions zones after right-wing backsliding. -
Europe News Bosnia's future is in the EU — but it needs help to get there Our commitment and destiny lie within the EU, but the speed of our journey towards membership will directly impact democracy and the living standards of our citizens, Member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Denis Bećirović writes. -
Health news Hydroxychloroquine use during COVID pandemic may have induced 17,000 deaths, new study finds The drug hydroxychloroquine was prescribed off-label during the pandemic and touted in particular by a prominent French researcher. -
Russia Russian authorities approve two candidates to stand against Putin in March election It will be almost impossible for any serious rival to beat Putin, who has been in power for 24 years. -
Culture news Controversial Macron-backed Notre-Dame revamp plans spark fierce online backlash A petition, which has garnered thousands of signatures, challenges a restoration supported by Macron, which proposes incorporating contemporary design into the historic Notre-Dame cathedral. -
Economy German retail sales fall 2.5% weighed down by internet sales German retail sales numbers dropped in November following internet and non-food sales being less than anticipated. -
Japan Japan earthquake: survivors found under the rubble, many still missing Survivors were found in their homes on Friday after an earthquake destroyed their homes on New Year's Day, as the death toll grows to at least 94 people and dozens remain missing. -
Earth News Will we keep thinking of Africa even after COP28? Africa can play a key role in a future global green economy and might be our biggest source of hope with the right investments, Joseph Hammond writes. -
Tech News SpaceX accused of unlawfully firing employees who were critical of Elon Musk Nine employees were fired after signing an open letter critical of the company's billionaire CEO, Elon Musk. Eight are now brining legal action. -
Culture news Delon vs Delon: French screen legend Alain Delon attacks son over defamation claims Alain Delon and daughter Anouchka have both filed legal notices against the famed actor's eldest son Anthony, over defamation claims. -
Belarus President of Belarus gives himself immunity from prosecution and bars potential challengers Alexander Lukashenko has faced serious challenges to his authority and legitimacy in recent years. -
Business McDonald's CEO blames 'misinformation' for Middle East losses McDonald's chief executive officer has claimed the negative impact of boycott campaigns alleging its support of Israel is hitting regional business. -
Europe Decoded Can new EU corporate tax rules make big business pay its fair share? A landmark global deal setting a minimum corporate tax rate of 15% on multinational companies came into force in the European Union on 1 January. -
Mobility Tesla recalls over 1.6 million imported vehicles for problems with automatic steering, door latches Tesla is recalling more than 1.6 million imported vehicles for problems with automatic steering and door latches. -
Europe News Eurozone inflation rose to 2.9% in December according to Eurostat The half percentage point rise on the November figure (2.4%) appeared driven by an abatement in falling energy prices -
Health news Alzheimer's drugs might get into the brain faster with new ultrasound tool, study shows Scientists are using a technology called focused ultrasound to jiggle temporary openings in the blood-brain barrier. -
Economy Euro area inflation rises less than expected in December Eurozone inflation in December rose by 2.9% year-on-year, less than the 3% expected, ending a seven-month decline streak. Monthly, the inflation rate increased by 0.2%. Core inflation, excluding energy and food, hit 3.4%. November's PPI fell by 0.3%, with a significant yearly drop of 8.8%. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 5th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news License to trigger: BFI posts content warnings ahead of James Bond screenings He may have a license to kill, but also one to offend... -
Germany Protesting farmers stop Germany's vice chancellor leaving ferry An increasingly unpopular coalition government is facing demonstrations over plans to cut agricultural subsidies. -
Culture news Spice up your post: Spice Girls get 30th anniversary stamps Baby, Posh, Ginger, Sporty and Scary are back... On your letters and postcards. Should you still send those. -
Mobility China's BYD outsells Tesla and other carmakers as it eyes becoming Europe's biggest EV player The Chinese carmaker outsold Tesla in the last quarter of 2023 and has ambitions to be the biggest electric car manufacturer in Europe by 2030. -
Culture news Neo-Nazi podcasters jailed on terror charges for targeting Prince Harry and his family Two men who used their neo-Nazi podcast to target Prince Harry and his son Archie have been jailed for terrorism offences. -
Culture news 'Mary Poppins' star Glynis Johns dies aged 100 Famous for playing Winifred Banks in the classic film 'Mary Poppins', the Tony Award-winning and Oscar nominated actress Glynis Johns has died aged 100. -
Ukraine Russia and Ukraine exchange long-range attacks, Moscow seeking Iranian missiles All the latest developments from the war in Ukraine. -
South Africa Athlete Oscar Pistorius released from prison, say authorities Pistorius has served nearly nine years of his 13 years and five months murder sentence for killing girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine’s Day 2013. -
Culture news Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Priscilla' - Sofia Coppola's portrait of surviving Elvis Sofia Coppola's film is a triumph, not only as a rumination on loneliness and self-realisation, but as a biopic which, to quote the King’s mantra, more than takes care of business. -
Art AI study suggests famous Raphael painting was not entirely his own work A renowned painting by Italian artist Raphael features a face that was not created by the Renaissance Master, suggests a new artificial intelligence analysis. -
Markets Which UK savings accounts pay the highest interest rates? Euronews Business compares challenger and high street UK savings accounts to see which ones pay the highest interest rates. -
Earth News Germany’s emissions fell to 70-year low in 2023. Will they continue to drop in 2024? Germany’s emissions fell by 11% in 2023 compared with 2022. Here’s why it’s not all good news. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 5th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Israel Hostage dies as Israel lays out vision for post-war Gaza Israel has come under strong international pressure to outline its vision for the future of the Palestinian enclave, but has not done so until now.