25 November 2024 | Euronews
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Europe News Green MEPs divided over backing for European Commission The group split on the vote for final approval following decision-making meeting in Strasbourg. Co-chair Bas Eckhout says new executive is 'good on content', but several colleagues set to vote against. -
No Comment No Comment: police fire tear gas at women's march in Kenya On Monday, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, police in Nairobi broke up a march against femicide. Kenya has reported 97 cases of femicide in 3 months. The demonstrators condemned the government's inaction. -
Europe News Under tight security measures, G7 foreign ministers focus on Middle East and Ukraine in Italy Key Arab leaders and the Arab League chief are also participating. -
Europe News Russian daytime attacks injure dozens across Ukraine Russian shelling on the center of Kharkiv injured 23 people. In Odesa, at least 11 were injured. -
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Europe News Shock in Romania after little-known, far-right populist secures lead in presidential election According to his website, Calin Georgescu holds a doctorate in pedology, a branch of soil science, and held different positions in Romania’s environment ministry in the 1990s. -
Nutrition European consumers baffled by food labelling spaghetti Lack of EU actions has led to an overwhelming array of labels and claims, leaving consumers struggling to make informed choices, according to EU auditors. -
Design Budapest unveils world's first full-size LEGO tram made from 1.8 million blocks The newest tram in Hungary's capital has been unveiled: a full-size rail vehicle made of 1.8 million colourful LEGO blocks, the first of its kind in the world. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | November 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 Thousands across the UK battle floodwaters after Storm Bert causes widespread disruption Among the hardest-hit areas were parts of Wales, where authorities issued over 40 flood warnings after floods were reported in several towns over the weekend. -
Scenes Watch: Mute artist paints a thousand words of optimism in Syria Lama Abadi is a woman who doesn't let her disability get in the way. Her artwork on battle-scarred buildings speaks volumes. -
EuroVerify Fact check: Is illegal immigration to blame for rising sexual violence in Italy? Italy's education minister sparked widespread outrage after claiming that the rise in sexual violence in the country is linked to illegal immigration, while delivering a message to a foundation that honours a woman who was killed by her ex-boyfriend. -
Nutrition Calorie labels on the menu may not be enough to prompt people to eat healthier, study finds The policy was enacted in 2022 in an attempt to reduce England’s obesity rate but researchers say it may take more time for menu labels to make a difference. -
Business France makes a multi-million euro offer to buy Atos' computing activities The division includes the company’s artificial intelligence activities and its supercomputers, which can be used for nuclear deterrence. -
No Comment Storm Bert hits western United Kingdom, causing widespread flooding Storm Bert caused widespread flooding across the western UK on Sunday. The Rhondda Cynon Taf area in Wales was hardest hit, with flooding also reported in Caerphilly and Newport. Landslides were reported in Wrexham and Powys. -
Culture news Thessaloniki Metro: Ancient treasures meet high-tech transit in Greece's long-awaited subway launch Greece’s Thessaloniki metro, set to open after two decades of construction, unearthed 300,000 archaeological artefacts during excavations, including Roman roads, mosaics, and ancient burial sites. -
Mobility EVs explained: How do electric cars work and are they really better than petrol or diesel cars? Ever wondered how electric vehicles (EVs) work and what makes them different from the vehicles we drive today? Here’s everything you need to know. -
Europe News Violence against women as 'worrying' in the EU as a decade ago One in three women in the European Union has experienced gender-based violence in their lifetime, a new joint survey reveals. -
Europe News North Korean soldiers in Russian invasion: Have they entered the combat yet? Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin said over the weekend that the US expects thousands of North Korean troops to enter the combat against Ukraine "soon". But Ukraine’s General Staff reported that Pyongyang’s soldiers have already participated in combat against Ukraine's defence forces. -
Europe in Motion Which EU countries saw the biggest decline in bicycle production? A new Eurostat data shows that the EU in 2023 has produced 24% less bicycles than in 2022. The highest decrease was recorded in Romania, Italy and Portugal. -
Smart Regions Lithuania: Investing in emotional intelligence to tackle burnout Mental and emotional stress in the workplace can take a heavy toll on individual employees. It also has a financial impact on companies. Investing in resources to tackle burnout can benefit employers and their staff. -
Europe News Hungary's push for Serbia EU accession talks stalls Serbia's refusal to impose sanctions on Russia was one of the main stumbling blocks impeding the country from moving to the next stage of accession talks. -
Business Thyssenkrupp announces plans to cut total of 11,000 jobs in troubled steel unit Germany's largest steelmaker is proposing to cut 5,000 jobs from the workforce and outsource another 6,000 as it seeks to cut staff costs by around 10%. -
Europe News France's far right threatens to bring down the government over draft budget Only last month, the French government survived a no-confidence vote brought by the left as the far-right abstained from voting. -
USA Judge to decide if new evidence could set Menendez brothers free The pair were found guilty of murdering their parents in 1989 and sentenced to life in prison without parole. They have repeatedly appealed their convictions, arguing they were sexually abused by their father. -
Europe News Portuguese navy reports increase in Russian ship traffic near its coast Portuguese naval authorities record heightened Russian ship activity, including spy vessels. Although deemed normal, they stress the importance of continued observation. -
Europe News Scholz nominated as SPD party's chancellor candidate after weeks of doubt Germany's centre-left Social Democracts have chosen to officially nominate current Chancellor Olaf Scholz as their party's candidate despite his low approval ratings. -
Business Northvolt collapse leaves EU taxpayer on the hook for €293m The Swedish battery maker filed for bankruptcy last week, dashing ambitions for the European electric vehicles sector – and leaving significant EU loans outstanding -
No Comment Israel launches heavy airstrikes on southern suburbs of Beirut In retaliation for Hezbollah launching over 200 rockets into Israel, Israeli airstrikes on Sunday targeted and destroyed several buildings in Beirut's southern suburbs, Lebanon. -
Europe News Georgia's new parliament opens first session amid mass protests and boycott The first session of parliament on Monday was half-empty, with only the ruling Georgian Dream Party present, as no opposition parties attended. -
Europe News French prosecutors demand maximum sentence for Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband The rape trial of 51 defendants in the southern French city of Avignon has shocked France and sparked a national discussion on sexual violence. -
Art Artists announce Gaza Biennale, 'ensuring that the voices of Palestinian artists reach the world' The project is planned to involve showcasing work in Gaza itself, but also sending pieces to be exhibited abroad – an exceptional challenge amid military onslaught, and when movement of people and goods is severely restricted. -
China The West’s crisis of faith in democracy is a gift to authoritarian regimes To the Uyghurs in China and elsewhere, our democracy holds the promise that one day, their voices might finally be heard. We cannot let it be eroded, Rushan Abbas writes. -
Tech News Australia's social media ban: Platforms call for delay to age limits legislation Social media sites are lobbying the Australian government to delay its proposed age limits for children younger than 16. -
World News Q&A: Central Asian integration is key in the region's response to the war in Ukraine Euronews spoke to Janusz Bugajski, Senior Fellow at the Jamestown Foundation, to understand the situation and prospects for the region in the context of Russia's war against Ukraine, China's influence and ahead of the US presidency of Donald Trump. -
Azerbaijan What do Baku and Brussels need to do to see eye to eye on gas supplies to the EU? Baku wants more EU investments and commitments to its natural gas potential as it looks for more fossil energy revenues to finance its ambitions to become the renewable energy leader of Eurasia. Meanwhile, Brussels' gas goals are not enough. -
Culture news Bestselling novelist Barbara Taylor Bradford, author of 'A Woman of Substance', dies at 91 Bradford, whose literary career began with "A Woman of Substance" in 1979, went on to write more than a dozen novels, selling tens of millions of copies worldwide. -
No Comment DHL cargo plane crashes into house in Lithuania A DHL cargo plane crashed near Vilnius, Lithuania, on Monday morning, leaving at least one person dead. The cause of the crash is not yet known. -
Art Electrician discovers 17th-century frescoes hidden behind false ceiling at Rome's Villa Farnesina The stunning frescoes are attributed to Italian Baroque painter Carlo Maratta and his pupils, Girolamo Troppa and François Simonot. -
Earth News Global Plastic Treaty: Talks begin to finalise deal for curbing plastic pollution Global plastic production has increased over 200-fold to hit almost 460 million tonnes annually since 1950. -
Tech News Embattled internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom 'suffers serious stroke', says X post News of his ill health comes during a protracted battle by the US government to extradite the Finnish-German millionaire to the US from New Zealand to face charges of copyright infringement, money laundering and racketeering. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | November 25th – 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 American photographer Nan Goldin condemns war in Gaza at Berlin exhibition opening “Are you afraid to hear this, Germany?” the photographer asked in her fiery speech, which drew support from the crowd but criticism from some German cultural leaders. -
No Comment Bolivia: Landslide in La Paz hits 40 homes A landslide in La Paz, Bolivia, has affected 40 homes, with six people rescued and no injuries reported. -
Economy Germany business morale worsens further: Is industrial competitiveness at risk? German business confidence fell sharply in November, with the Ifo Index hitting its second-worst level since January. Rising costs, energy prices, and structural issues are eroding industrial competitiveness, while private sector activity hit a nine-month low. -
Culture news Eurovision 2025: Basel referendum validates funding amidst opposition Voters in the Swiss city of Basel on Sunday approved putting €37.5 million into hosting the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. With funding approved, the annual event will proceed, despite strong opposition from conservatives. -
Health news Russia bans child adoptions for citizens of countries that allow gender transition The new law is part of a broader effort to push back on what Putin calls the West’s “satanic” values. -
Europe News Russian forces capture UK citizen fighting for Ukraine, reports claim British ex-soldier James Scott Rhys Anderson was reportedly captured by Russian troops in Kursk. If confirmed, his capture would represent the first known case of a Western national seized on Russian territory. -
Tech News Consumer group report adds to fight against dynamic pricing Euroconsumers, a consumer rights advocacy group, has raised concerns about the lack of transparency in the algorithms behind dynamic pricing. This issue could soon be addressed in the upcoming EU law on online consumer protection. -
Europe News Trading blows, Newsletter This week's key events presented by Euronews' EU senior competition and trade reporter Peggy Corlin. -
Business UniCredit makes surprise offer for Italian rival Banco BPM The €10bn offer, which would merge two of Italy’s largest lenders, comes while UniCredit is building up its stake in Germany’s Commerzbank. -
Tech News Microsoft Outlook, Exchange and Teams calendar are down worldwide The tech giant said it is investigating the incident. -
Discover Mauritius: cultural treasures and culinary adventures A jewel of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is renowned for its turquoise lagoons, palm-fringed beaches and sun-soaked days. More than just a luxury traveller’s dream, Mauritius is a land where food and culture are not mere side notes – they are the very heartbeat of the island. -
Italy G7 in Italy: Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East dominate priorities The summit in Italy is the first since Donald Trump's re-election to the White House and the last under an Italian presidency. -
Culture news Kanye West accused of sexually assaulting and strangling model Rapper Ye - formerly known as Kanye West - has been accused of sexual assault in a civil lawsuit that alleges he strangled a model on the set of a music video in 2010. WARNING: Article contains strong language and details of abuse that some may find distressing. -
Earth News COP29 ends with $300bn a year deal but is it enough? 5 key takeaways from Baku From the final deal to what happens next, here's what you might have missed at COP29. -
Markets Crude oil prices slippery amid signs of escalation in Ukraine war After reaching a two-week high, crude oil prices fell back on Monday as investors rebalanced positions in major asset classes. However, bullish factors remain in the near term as geopolitical tensions rise. -
Europe News EU has means to counter Trump tariffs, says trade lawmaker | Radio Schuman Speaking to Radio Schuman, German socialist MEP Bernd Lange says that the EU has a whole range of measures to counter Donald Trump's trade policy towards the EU. -
Culture news South African dissident writer and poet Breyten Breytenbach dies aged 85 Breytenbach was a poet, novelist, painter and activist whose work touched on and influenced literature and the arts both domestically and abroad. -
Europe News Who is Romanian far-right presidential candidate Călin Georgescu? Little-known Georgescu took a shock lead in Romania's presidential election on Sunday. -
Europe News Cargo plane crashes into house in Lithuania, killing at least 1 A Boeing 737 cargo plane operated by Swiftair crashed into a house near Vilnius Airport, Lithuania, killing one person and injuring another. -
Health news What is the 'Celtic curse,' the genetic blood condition that affects the Irish diaspora? Awareness about haemochromatosis - a genetic condition that also affects people from Scotland, Wales, England, and Brittany - is still relatively low. -
Mobility Do EVs hold their value? Here's how electric cars fare on the second-hand market In the third part of our new series The Switch, we look at how much electric cars depreciate compared to their petrol and diesel counterparts. -
Culture news Nova Gorica 2025: Introducing the first cross-border city of culture Two cities in one, both in different countries, both with different languages. Will next year's European City of Culture accolade bring them closer? -
Markets Markets week ahead: Eurozone's inflation figures take centre stage This week, US politics and geopolitical tensions remain a focus for investors. Economic data such as the EU inflation, the US GDP, and RBNZ's rate decision will take centre stage in regional markets. -
Business Discrimination still hampering cross-border payments, says Revolut boss Launched in 2015, Revolut announced earlier this month that it had hit the 50 million customer mark globally, emerging as the most downloaded financial app in Europe. -
Moments Exploring the Titanic in Belfast with my six-year-old was a stress-free, educational and fun trip What happened when I let my six-year-old daughter choose our weekend destination. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | November 25th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
The Big Question Beyond Barbie: The toy industry is no longer just for kids, says Mattel The Barbie movie created a global cultural event and with at least 16 more films aimed at adults in the pipeline, could this signal the start of a new era in the toy industry? -
Europe News 'I feel totally useless': Anguish grows among Lebanese diaspora in France Hundreds of Lebanese people demonstrated in Paris on Sunday to demand an immediate ceasefire since clashes between Israel and Hezbollah began a year ago. -
Europe News Baku's COP29 legacy: a new era in climate finance or too little, too late? Several delegates stressed the significance of having reached an agreement and making progress in "difficult geopolitical times". -
Thailand Thailand’s small fishers fight to stay afloat under strict IUU rules Euronews explores how Thailand's anti-IUU fishing laws are affecting small-scale fishers, highlighting the economic fallout and the need for reform in response to global compliance pressures. -
Europe News Far-right populist Calin Georgescu enters Romania's presidential runoff with most votes After polls closed, 9.4 million people - just over 52% of eligible voters - had cast their ballots, according to data from the Permanent Electoral Authority. -
Europe News Borrell meets UNIFIL chief in Beirut, says peacekeepers have 'strong support' of EU The meeting in Beirut comes days after four Italian soldiers were injured after two rockets exploded at a UNIFIL base in Shama, apparently fired by Hezbollah or one of its affiliate groups. -
Europe News Georgian protesters rally in Tbilisi ahead of first session of newly-elected parliament The round-the-clock protests in Tbilisi follow the 26 October elections that kept the governing pro-Russian Georgian Dream party in power. Opponents say the vote was rigged and suspect neighbouring Russia of election interference.