25 July 2024 | Euronews
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World News European rights court upholds French law penalising clients of sex workers According to rights group Amnesty International, Thursday's ECHR's ruling was a missed opportunity to better protect sex workers from abuse and violence. -
France Paris Olympics: Everything we know about the opening ceremony Paris will launch its Summer Games opening ceremony on Friday night along the Seine, marking the first time the event is held outside a stadium. -
World News Chaotic weather in Europe ravages Denmark and Spain Authorities and experts agree that climate change is behind the rise in temperatures that is also feeding prolonged droughts and wildfires. -
France Paris Olympics: Argentina file complaint after training camp robbed before Morocco game Midfielder Thiago Almada's watch was among the items taken as the delegation filed a police complaint in Lyon. -
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Football Now Euro 2024 Review: Spain crowned continental champions 'Los Rojos' are champions of Europe for a record fourth time, winning every match and unearthing football's next young superstar along the way. -
World News Thousands across six counties in Romania face water rationing crisis Residents across Romania are struggling with a severe water crisis, leaving them with a rationed water supply due to a prolonged drought and low rainfall. -
No Comment WATCH: Heavy floods in Japan disrupt daily life Heavy rain pounded northern Japan on Thursday, triggering floods and landslides and disrupting transportation systems. -
No Comment WATCH: Spain cools down after second summer heatwave A brief "thermal relief" is expected to begin this Thursday, but it will only serve as preparation for the third heat wave soon. -
Belgium Police search 14 houses in Brussels as part of terrorism investigation The searches were conducted in Antwerp, Liege and Ghent, and the Brussels region. -
Serbia Will EU's lithium deal with Serbia be a boost for Europe's green tech? Serbia's "lithium deal" is coming back as part of an initiative that officials in Brussels, Belgrade and Berlin hope will be a huge green boon for the continent. -
World News Italian government take umbrage at NATO’s appointment of Spanish diplomat Giorgia Meloni has been publicly lobbying for an Italian to be elevated to a top job at the alliance, but seemingly to no avail. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 25th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Hungary brushes off ministerial no-shows at EU Council health summit EU Council presidency holder Hungary claims progress in its push for an EU action plan on cardiovascular health and a potentially contentious plan to boost organ donation despite a diplomatic ruckus over the actions of its nationalist prime minister. -
Culture news Taylor Swift memorabilia, including costumes and guitars, goes on display at London's V&A Museum Calling all Swifties! London's V&A Museum is presenting a trail featuring a curated collection of costumes, guitars, and other memorabilia from Swift's extensive career. -
Earth News Lululemon: Canadian sportswear brand accused of greenwashing ahead of Olympic opening ceremony Campaigners are calling on the popular leggings maker to drop its "misleading" ‘Be Planet’ ad campaign. -
Europe News EU clinches digital trade deal with Singapore The EU today (25 July) concluded negotiations with Singapore on a new Digital Trade Agreement designed to increase online trade, help SMEs with digital transformation and facilitate data flows. -
Business Will finance ministers finally agree a new €230bn global billionaire tax? Officials from the twenty biggest global economies are today discussing plans for a levy on the world’s 3,000 richest people. -
Europe News Russia is 'open to negotiations' with Ukraine, Moscow claims The authorities in Kyiv have repeatedly stated that the only acceptable peace offer would include a complete withdrawal of Russian troops from all occupied areas, including Crimea. -
Culture news 'Inside Out 2' becomes the highest-grossing animated film of all time 'Inside Out 2' has officially become the highest-grossing animated film of all time. It has overtaken 'Frozen II', which has held the record since 2019. -
No Comment Putin hosts Syria’s Assad in Kremlin as tensions rise in Middle East Russian President Vladimir Putin met his Syrian counterpart Bashar Assad in Moscow, but no details about their discussions have been released. -
Nature Scientists find traces of cocaine in sharks caught off the coast of Brazil. How did it get there? The concentration of the drug was up to 100 times higher than previously observed in other marine life. -
Destinations ‘We’ll just put on the yes hat’: Tourists try to stay positive in the face of Denmark’s wet weather Denmark's tourism is suffering as the country faces its wettest 12 months ever recorded. -
No Comment Typhoon Gaemi hits Taiwan, resulting in deaths and extensive damage Typhoon Gaemi struck Taiwan early on Thursday, leading to the deaths of three people and causing widespread disruption and damage. -
Business Revolut bank gets UK go-ahead: A licence to print money? After more than three years of waiting, global neobank Revolut has finally been given a UK banking licence. However, it will have to limit the total amount of deposits it can accept. -
Europe Decoded Democrat or Republican? Either way, Europe will need to respond to Washington's shift The US remains Europe’s most important ally. However, Europe’s interests do not fully align with those of Washington, regardless of the US presidential election outcome, Jörg Rocholl writes. -
wellbeing In Denmark, schools are trialling later start times to give teens a sleep boost Amid a growing awareness of youth mental health, some 20 schools in Denmark have pushed back their start times following a two-year trial. -
Business Stellantis profit plunges as automakers face industry challenges French-Italian-American automotive giant Stellantis released its first half 2024 earnings on Thursday, reporting a net profit of €5.6bn, which was 48% less than the first half of 2023. Net revenue for the first half of the year was €85bn, which was 14% less than the corresponding period last year. -
Europe News EU countries yet to obey von der Leyen’s demand for male and female Commissioner nominees As Commissioner nominations trickle in from EU capitals, von der Leyen's plan to ensure gender parity is facing early challenges. -
Culture news Mercury Prize 2024: Charli XCX and The Last Dinner Party among artists shortlisted for coveted award This year's Mercury Prize shortlist is borderline flawless. From Charli XCX to The Last Dinner Party, via Beth Gibbons and Nia Archives, all are deserving of taking the top prize in September... -
Next Series Shaping Azerbaijan's digital education: How Nariman Aliyev is empowering youth with technology In this episode, we meet Nariman Aliyev, Cyber Security Programme Director at Code Academy, who reflects on the important role Code Academy is playing in shaping the future of digital education and cyber security in Azerbaijan. -
Culture news Former James Bond actor George Lazenby retires from acting The former model and actor took up the 007 mantle from Sean Connery in 1969 for 'On Her Majesty’s Secret Service'. He only starred in one James Bond film - which is now regarded as one of the best in the series. -
Business Crypto firm Coinbase fined millions for serving high-risk customers The UK branch was fined £3.5 million (€4.16 million) after breaching a voluntary agreement brokered with the British watchdog. -
Business TotalEnergies fails to cheer investors as demand lags for refined products TotalEnergies also announced a tie-up with a German renewable energy company RWE for OranjeWind, an offshore wind farm in the Netherlands. -
Culture news Why are European fans outraged over Sabrina Carpenter’s 2025 tour? Sabrina Carpenter fans are left fuming at the “criminal” ticket prices for the European leg of her Short n' Sweet 2025 tour next March. -
World News Russian and Chinese bombers caught by NORAD near Alaska The joint US-Canada aerospace defence command said that the activity isn't a "threat" but that it will continue to monitor movement near North America and meet "presence with presence". -
Business French pharma giant Sanofi ups profit forecast as Dupixent sales soar The French pharmaceutical firm announces double-digit sales growth in the second quarter thanks to Dupixent and new products. -
Portugal Portugal has a new plan to help young people access housing — but will it really help? Low incomes and high house prices have long kept young people out of the housing market, but there is also a risk that a new measure to assist buyers will put more pressure on an already choked supply. -
Business Dutch companies receive investment to develop tidal energy in Wadden Sea region Until now, generating sustainable electricity in the Netherlands was mainly done with solar panels and wind turbines. -
Culture news Conductor Sir John Eliot Gardiner sacked following assault allegation in 2023 Conductor Sir John Eliot Gardiner has had his contract with the Monteverdi Choir and Orchestras officially terminated, 11 months after he was suspended for hitting a singer during a performance. -
Health news The dark side of getting a tattoo: Why harmful bacteria in ink are posing a health hazard A recent FDA study found that 35 per cent of unopened and sealed tattoo and permanent makeup PMU inks are contaminated with harmful bacteria. -
Russia Putin and al-Assad meet as Middle East tensions continue to rise Russia's head of state met the Syrian president in Moscow on Wednesday, according to a video published by the Kremlin. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 25th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Art Olympic art: The exhibitions around Europe inspired by the Games The Olympic Games have sparked a series of exhibitions around Europe dedicated to their history and cultural significance. -
USA Biden delivers first speech since pulling out of presidential election race The outgoing president alluded only indirectly to his reasons for standing down, telling US citizens that "nothing can come in the way of saving our democracy". -
Economy Germany's business climate worsens in July: European stocks plunge Germany's business sentiment worsened more than expected in July, marking the second consecutive monthly decline, bolstering fears that the Eurozone's largest economy is once again under pressure. -
Travel News Frankfurt flights cancelled after climate activists protest on runways More than 100 flights have been cancelled. -
Europe News Kebab war ignites as Germany fights Turkey over food protection German producers have sparked a dispute by filing an opposition to a Turkish application to grant the döner kebab's special status at the EU level, initiating a six-month period to resolve disagreements. -
Culture news New UK national centre for writing is proposed in Newcastle to train next generation of talent A charity has proposed a new writing centre in the north of England to train up a new generation of talent and redress the balance of publishing power from London. -
Italy Italy's ruling party rejects EU Commission warning about interference in public media The Commission identified concerns about "undue political influence" over Italy's public broadcaster, pointing to issues about how its leadership is appointed. -
Europe News Is German government prepared for a possible Trump US election victory? With less than four months until the US presidential election, the government in Berlin is preparing for the possibility of a Trump victory. How could his return impact Germany and the EU? -
Business Nestlé downgrades sales outlook and looks to new products for growth Swiss food and drink company Nestlé downgraded its sales outlook on Thursday for the year as it struggles to win back inflation-hit consumers that have turned to cheaper brands. -
Business AstraZeneca tops second-quarter earnings forecasts and raises guidance AstraZeneca exceeded market expectations in its second-quarter earnings report. The British pharmaceutical firm has also upgraded its guidance for fiscal year 2024. -
Culture news Olympic torchbearer Snoop Dogg: ‘I’m going to be on my best behaviour’ Despite some online criticism, Snoop says he knows what’s at stake for his role as a torchbearer at the Paris Olympic Games. -
Europe News Does the European Commission enforce rule of law in Hungary? | Radio Schuman Hungary together with Slovakia and Italy, has come under fire over its continued decline in democratic standards, according to the latest rule of law report released this week by the European Commission. -
Germany UK and Germany unite on defence to boost military ties The deal comes as freshly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to "reset" the UK's security ties with the EU. -
Earth News 'Heat is a killer': Experts explain why it matters that heat records were broken this week "People are going to die and those deaths are preventable", said one public health expert. -
Europe News Mafia in the European Parliament: How this Italian deputy is shielded from the mob in Brussels After preventing the Sicilian Mafia from getting their hands on agricultural funds, Giuseppe Antoci has been under police protection for nearly a decade. Coming to the European Parliament with bodyguards, he now wants to become the EU's main anti-mafia champion. -
France Paris Olympics Day 2: Drone spying scandal overshadows women's football Women's competitions begin ahead of Friday's break for the opening ceremony. -
Culture news ‘Far from outdated’: World’s first necktie museum opens in Zagreb The museum’s “showstopper items” include a tie made of bulletproof material, an insight into silk moth cocoons and threads under a microscope, and a 3D exhibit featuring horses. -
Tech News Would Kamala Harris be good news for tech? Here's where she stands on AI, Big Tech and regulation Tech titans have rallied to support Donald Trump, but Kamala Harris is also a long-time friend of tech. Where would she stand as president? -
Economy China cuts 1-year benchmark rate to boost economy as world markets lag China ratcheted up its effort to reinvigorate its economy on Thursday by cutting a key policy rate and interest paid on bank deposits. -
Business L'Occitane delists from Hong Kong exchange as luxury goods shine dulls L'Occitane's attempts to revitalise growth have led to high operational costs, leading to further erosion of its share price and investor confidence. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 25th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Europe News Paris Olympics latest: Pitch storming and Israel national anthem jeering mar opening games The Argentina-Morocco football match was suspended for nearly two hours amid pitch invasions, while Israel's national anthem was loudly jeered before the country's game against Mali in Paris.