1 January 2025 | Euronews
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No Comment North Korea's Kim and his daughter join New Year's Eve celebrations in Pyongyang North Korea staged a New Year's Eve performance at its giant May Day Stadium, with leader Kim Jong Un and his daughter in attendance. -
Europe News Hardy swimmers brave chilly waters with traditional New Year's dip In Germany and Italy, people took part in unique traditions to welcome 2025, including daring swimming and diving events. -
USA FBI finds 150 homemade bombs in Virginia, one of largest seizures ever The prosecutors believe it is "the largest seizure by number of finished explosive devices in FBI history." -
No Comment Copacabana Beach lights up with fireworks as millions celebrate New Year in Rio Rio de Janeiro threw Brazil’s main New Year’s Eve bash on Copacabana Beach, with barges shooting off 12 minutes of fireworks. -
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Culture news Vienna Philharmonic heralds in New Year with concert conducted by Riccardo Muti The 2025 New Year's Concert was held at the Golden Hall of the Vienna Musikverein, broadcast to over 90 countries, and watched by millions of viewers worldwide. -
Travel News Athens limits short-term rentals for one year in bid to alleviate housing shortage Short-term rentals in Greece surged in 2024, with the number of available beds in the rental units overtaking the number of beds at the country's hotels. -
Europe News Electric cars: Which regions in Europe have the highest density? Norwegian, Swedish, and Dutch regions are leading the charge, while certain areas in Greece and Spain have almost no electric car registrations. -
No Comment Trio leaps from Rome's 18m Cavour Bridge in New Year's Day tradition On New Year's Day, three men dived into the Tiber River in Rome, continuing a 1946 tradition, while in Berlin, swimmers celebrated with their annual ice bath. -
Europe News Romania and Bulgaria celebrate full Schengen membership with border ceremonies Ceremonies were held at Romania and Bulgaria's borders to celebrate becoming fully fledged members of the Schengen Area. -
World News Five killed and hundreds arrested in Germany after New Year's Eve chaos The country's raucous New Year's Eve celebrations were marred by tragic accidents and riots in several cities. -
Voices from Central Asia Meet the producer behind OYU Fest, one of Central Asia's biggest music festivals In this episode of Voices From Central Asia, we meet Yerkebulan Kurishbayev, the producer behind OYU Fest, Kazakhstan's cultural phenomenon that brings together musicians, artists and audiences to celebrate the region's rich creative heritage. -
Europe News Poland kicks off presidency of EU Council with an eye on security Poland has taken over the presidency of the Council of the European Union for six months, following Hungary's controversial tenure. -
Europe News At least two dead after Russian attack hits Kyiv on New Year's Day “Even on New Year’s Eve, Russia cared only about causing pain to Ukraine," said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. -
Gaza Israeli strikes in Gaza kill twelve as war grinds on into the new year Strikes hit northern and central Gaza as the war between Israel and Hamas nears its 15 month mark with no end in sight. -
No Comment Borders open: Bulgaria and Romania celebrate joining Schengen Area Bulgaria and Romania officially became part of the Schengen Area on 1 January, ending land border checks with neighbouring EU countries. -
EuroVerify No, the UK government isn't offering 'cash bonuses' to families who euthanise elderly relatives The bizarre claims have sprung off the back of MPs' approval of a bill which would legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales, subject to approval from two doctors and a judge. -
Business German air mobility company ditches fund-raising plans and files for insolvency Volocopter, a German air transport company, has filed for insolvency following several unsuccessful attempts to raise funds in an increasingly challenging international market. -
Economy Top 7 European cities for real estate investment in 2025 Where should savvy investors turn in 2025 for the perfect blend of charm and strong rental yields? Europe’s top cities offer postcard-worthy streets, vibrant culture, and serious profit potential. From hidden gems to well-known hubs, these hotspots are worth a closer look. -
Climate Inside Svalbard seed vault’s critical mission to stop our favourite fruit and veg from going extinct How easy is it for Norway’s international seed bank to navigate politics and secure our future food supply? -
World News Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa signs bill abolishing the death penalty Zimbabwe abolishes death penalty almost 20-years after the last capital punishment was carried out. -
Markets New year, new habits? A guide to investing that covers the basics As we say goodbye to 2024, you may be making resolutions for the new year. If improving your finances is on the agenda, investing could be a good place to start. -
Healthcare Milan cracks down on outdoor smoking in toughest ban to date Smoking in outdoors and public areas in Italy’s financial and fashion capital, Milan, is now banned. It’s the toughest extension of a series of bans starting in 2021, aimed at ‘improving the quality of the city’s air’. -
Europe News European countries welcome 2025 with celebrations and dazzling fireworks shows European capitals from Paris to Athens welcomed 2025 with a spectacular array of celebrations and fireworks shows, dazzling spectators. -
Europe News Russia to end gas supply to Europe via Ukraine as five-year transit deal expires Russia begins scaling-down gas supply to Europe via Ukraine as a five-year pre-war deal expires on New Year’s Day. -
Europe News Tens of thousands take to the streets of Tbilisi in anti-government protests on New Year's Eve Tens of thousands of pro-Europe protesters rallied outside Georgia’s parliament building in the capital Tbilisi on Tuesday for the 34th consecutive day. Anti-government protests erupted after the ruling Georgian Dream party announced a suspension in the country’s EU-bid a month ago. -
Europe News Ukrainian soldiers mark a third New Year on the frontlines as Russian attacks continue Ukrainian soldiers take a brief moment to observe a tamed and mellow New Year’s celebration as Russia continues its high-intensity bombardment of the country.