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No Comment Syria reopens international air travel as Qatar Airways flight lands in Damascus On 7 January, Qatar Airways made the first international commercial flight to Damascus since the fall of President Bashar al-Assad. -
Europe News 7 of Le Pen’s most outrageous moments from 35 years in the EU Parliament As the father of European far-right politics passes away, Euronews looks back at his most shocking moments during his time as a Member of the European Parliament. -
No Comment New Orleans holds first carnival season parade days after deadly Bourbon Street attack On Monday, New Orleans kicked off its Carnival season with the Joan of Arc parade, just days after a deadly attack on New Year's Eve left 14 people dead. -
Health news WHO says risk of bird flu 'still low' after US reports its first human death The H5N1 virus has affected mainly farmworkers in that came into close contact with poultry flocks and cattle herds. However, the WHO has stated that the risk to the general population remains low. -
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USA Trump says he won't rule out military force to try to take control of the Panama Canal and Greenland Trump made the comments on Greenland and the Panama Canal during a press conference held at Mar-a-Lago, his private Florida club. -
EU Decoded EU DECODED: Will the deal to end fake internships be reached by 2025? In this episode, we focus on a directive on unpaid internships that aims to end the exploitation of around 1.5 million young Europeans. -
Europe News Herbert Kickl invites ÖVP to hold coalition talks The head of Austrian far-right Freedom Party, Herbert Kickl, invited the conservative Austrian People's Party to coalition talks after being tasked with forming a government. -
Canada Who will succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada's prime minister? Announcing his resignation on Monday, Trudeau said he planned to stay on as prime minister until a new party leader is selected. Who will succeed him — and can they survive a looming no-confidence vote? -
Moments From horse-drawn to high-speed: Britain celebrates 200 years of rail travel in 2025 At 12 noon on New Year’s Day, nearly 200 vintage locomotives around the world blew their whistles to ring in a special year for rail travel. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 7th – 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 EU holds its breath as far-right in Austria edges closer to power FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl, who has been tasked with forming a coalition government, is opposed to sanctions against Russia, advocates for the remigration of foreigners and rejects the European Green Deal. -
São Tomé and Príncipe São Tomé and Príncipe government dismissed by president The African island nation's leader accused his prime minister of excessive absences, and gave his party 72 hours to form a new administration. -
Business Meta's new board appointments include Trump ally UFC boss Dana White Mark Zuckerberg, Meta's CEO, appears to be making moves to improve relations with president-elect Donald Trump. -
Europe in Motion From lithium to arsenic, which Latin American nations is the EU going to source raw materials from? As the EU's demand for critical raw materials such as lithium is unmet, the EU is signing agreements with like-minded Latin American countries to bridge the gap. -
Hungary US sanctions Hungarian top official Antal Rogán over corruption claims Rogán, a top figure in Viktor Orbán's government, is accused of being behind schemes manipulating Hungary's economy. -
No Comment Ethiopians celebrate Orthodox Christmas with prayers, feasts, and acts of charity Thousands of Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia celebrated Christmas on 7 January, marking the end of a 43-day fast. -
Europe News Commission insists EU faces no gas squeeze as winter bites A week after Russian gas stopped flowing through Ukraine, the European Commission maintains there is no threat to security of supply despite data showing a steep drop in reserves as temperatures fall across much of the bloc. -
Business Mercedes-Benz may cut back on profit outlook as car market slows The German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz continues to struggle with a lacklustre auto market and weakening demand. -
France Macron calls West African leaders 'ungrateful' for not recognising fight against Islamist terrorists The French president's words have sparked a backlash, with African leaders calling out his "contemptuous attitude". -
Earth News UK scraps plan to ban gas boilers by 2035: Can the government boost heat pump uptake? The UK is lagging behind the rest of Europe with around two heat pumps per 1000 households. -
Business US-based Tesla manager blames trade unions for Swedish charging chaos The long-running strike action, sparked by Tesla’s refusal to sign a collective bargaining agreement, has been labelled "insane" by CEO Elon Musk. -
Home CES 2025: From vacuums to pet robots, AI takes centre stage at world's largest tech fair The annual Consumer Electronics Show opens on January 7 and will host over 4,500 exhibitors in Las Vegas. -
Russia Putin asks Russian Orthodox church patriarch to consecrate Christmas gifts for troops in Ukraine Russia's invasion, which began in February 2022, has also been a source of religious controversy within the Eastern Orthodox Church and has driven a split among believers in both Russia and Ukraine. -
Culture Series Sujata Setia: Meet the artist breaking silence on domestic abuse within South Asian communities Sujata Setia’s 'A Thousand Cuts' is a powerful and deeply personal artistic project that explores the hidden realities of domestic abuse within South Asian communities in the UK. -
Travel News London, Paris, Dublin: Which European city has the most congested roads? Traffic jams cost each driver more than €1,000 in wasted time in Europe’s most congested city last year. -
France Ten years on, France commemorates deadly attacks on satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo A decade after a deadly assault that shook France, the country paused to honour the victims, while also grappling with the evolving challenges of free expression and terrorism. -
Economy Euro area sees stable results for November jobless figures While Spain and France saw some of the highest unemployment rates in November, Germany recorded the fewest number of people without jobs. -
Tech News Meta to replace fact-checkers with 'community notes' system similar to X Over the next months, Meta will phase in a community notes system and simplify its policies on fact-checking. -
Europe News European Court rules Greece illegally deported migrant in landmark case Greece claims its border policies comply with international law, but the ruling raises concerns about how European nations handle migrants. -
Greenland Trump Jr travels to Greenland after his father renews calls to buy it President-elect Donald Trump has claimed that Greenlanders would ‘benefit tremendously’ by joining the US. -
Tech News Tech policy in 2025 - 14 movers and shakers to watch for in Europe If 2023 and 2024 saw serial EU digital rules developed, 2025 clearly promises to be the year of enforcement. The EU election last June reshuffled the Brussels political landscape, and while some key figures of influence remain in place, others have emerged. -
Cinema Cat-centred animation 'Flow' was a historic win for Latvia at the Golden Globes In a historic night of firsts, Gints Zilbalodis’ 'Flow' from Latvia triumphed in the Best Motion Picture – Animated category, marking a significant achievement for the Baltic nation at the Golden Globes. -
Europe News Von der Leyen health update: Key details on her recent pneumonia diagnosis Von der Leyen cancelled her engagements due to pneumonia but continues to manage her duties from Hannover. Here's what we know so far about her condition. -
Economy UK drives forward as biggest European electric vehicle market Although the UK experienced record electric vehicle sales in 2024, this also came at a considerable cost, in the form of steep manufacturer discounts. -
No Comment Sumo champion kicks off season with traditional ritual at Meiji Shrine Japan's sumo grand champion, Terunofuji, took part in an annual sumo ritual on Tuesday to officially kick off the wrestling season. -
Ukraine Kyiv investigates alleged desertions in French-trained Ukrainian brigade 'A few dozen' Ukrainian soldiers have deserted during their training in France, according to French military officials. Paris says the number of desertions is “very marginal” compared to the total number of soldiers trained. -
Tech News Lawmakers add pressure on Commission to investigate Elon Musk's attempt to influence EU Members question the attempts by the tech mogul to intervene in the German election, and the ties with the Italian government over SpaceX. -
Turkey Erdoğan reiterates Turkish support for Syria's territorial integrity The Turkish president warned that Ankara would act quickly in response to any perceived threats, a reference to Kurdish groups operating in Syrian territory. -
France French far-right National Front founder Jean-Marie Le Pen dies aged 96 Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of the French far-right National Front party, now known as National Rally (RN), has died at 96. -
Culture news Melania Trump documentary directed by Brett Ratner coming to Amazon Prime A new documentary on Amazon Prime from the future first lady suggests a changing, perhaps warmer, relationship between Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and the Trumps. -
Guinea Guinea on lockdown as protests erupt over junta’s missed democracy deadline Demonstrations have resulted in one death and hundreds of arrests, intensifying tensions in the West African nation. -
Earth News ‘An epic ocean victory’: Can Biden’s new offshore drilling ban outlast Trump? Days before leaving office, Biden has made a move that environmental groups are “thrilled and thankful’’ for. -
Economy Eurozone inflation on the rise: Could ECB cuts be in jeopardy? Despite the rise in inflation, markets continue to anticipate aggressive ECB rate cuts in 2025, with a 25-basis-point reduction expected this month. -
Design Helsinki landmark Finlandia Hall reopens after three-year renovation The architectural icon, designed by Alvar Aalto, is now more accessible than ever to the public after an extensive renovation. -
North Korea North Korea tests hypersonic missile in bid to ‘reliably contain’ rivals The weapons test happened while US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was in Seoul for talks with South Korean officials. -
Markets US Steel and Nippon file lawsuit after Biden blocks merger deal The firms accuse the Biden administration of blocking the merger for "purely political reasons". -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 7th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Lifestyle Fancy buying the house made famous by the 'Breaking Bad' TV series? The New Mexico property’s role in the long-running series featuring Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul has boosted its market value and made the unassuming house a piece of pop culture history. -
Health news France reports first case of dangerous new mpox strain France is the fifth country in Europe to detect the new mpox strain. -
Lebanon Lebanese army deploys to coastal city of Naqoura as part of Israel ceasefire deal Israel and Hezbollah agreed to pull their forces out of southern Lebanon before the end of January. The area will then be secured by the Lebanese army and UN peacekeepers, as part of the agreed conditions of the ceasefire. -
Culture news Famous donkey that inspired Eddie Murphy's character in ‘Shrek' dies aged 30 RIP Perry the miniature donkey, who inspired Eddie Murphy's character in the Shrek films. -
Mexico Migrants stranded in Acapulco as Mexico implements ‘dispersion and exhaustion’ strategy Many migrants, misled by promises of permits and support, face limited resources, unsafe conditions, and difficulty continuing their journeys. -
Europe News Moldova accuses Russia of provoking crisis in Transnistria On the first day of the new year, gas supplies from Russia to Moldova's pro-Russian separatist territory were halted. For Moldova's Prime Minister Dorin Recean, the Kremlin is targeting Chisinau. -
Ukraine Russia claims it captured the destroyed town of Kurakhove in Ukraine’s Donetsk region Once home to 18,000 people, this bombed-out town has been turned into rubble over the past few months. The question now is: will it open the road to Pokrovsk, a major logistics hub for Ukraine in the eastern front? -
Health news Bird flu: US reports first human death from H5N1 amid dairy cattle outbreak US public health agencies said the risk to the general public remains low. -
Culture news Aubrey Plaza issues first statement since death of husband Jeff Baena Filmmaker Jeff Baena, 47, was pronounced dead on Friday at a home in Los Angeles, with a medical examiner ruling that he had taken his own life. His wife, actress Aubrey Plaza, has issued a statement. -
Markets Bitcoin regains key level amid renewed investor interest Bitcoin price reclaimed the $100,000 (€96,300) mark on Monday, triggered by a sharp retreat in the US dollar. However, the rally may not be sustained due to a relatively low trading volume and the lack of a fresh catalyst. -
USA Trump repeats musings about taking control of Canada and Greenland The president-elect repeated his jibes that Canada should become the "51st state" after Canadian leader Justin Trudeau resigned, marking the end of his nine year tenure in power. -
Japan Blinken seeks to strengthen relations with Japan in final visit There have been tensions in the Pacific region recently, with Russia allegedly providing North Korea with military equipment and training. -
Europe News Which European countries were most exposed to disinformation last year? | Radio Schuman As major election year, disinformation played a crucial role worldwide in 2024, including in the European continent, where European Union and several national elections took place. -
Culture news Popes, Nobel Prizes and surprise sequels: Euronews Culture's guide to the books of 2025 Whether you want to start or can't stop reading there's sure to be a title that tickles your fancy in our carefully curated guide to books due out in 2025. -
Space Will Italy’s use of Elon Musk's satellites affect a key EU project? What would it mean for Europe's security if Italy decided to join SpaceX's satellite system? Will Giorgia Meloni's government sideline an EU-led project currently under development? -
EuroVerify Portugal isn't issuing a commemorative Ronaldo coin The online claims allege that 25,000 €7 coins honouring the Portuguese football star would enter circulation, with a purchase price of €7.50. -
Culture news Turkish farmer uncovers rare ancient hunt mosaic – likely the largest of its kind in Türkiye A stunning late Roman-era mosaic featuring rare Anatolian leopard and other hunting scenes may be the first of its kind to survive intact in Türkiye. -
Moments From cheating on a partner to breaking the law: Is ‘tourist syndrome’ to blame for bad behaviour? An expert explains what drives the ‘vacation mindset’ as half of Americans admit to acting out on holiday. -
Earth News ‘If the oceans die, we die’: Anti-whaler Paul Watson on activism, prison and not giving up hope Watson has been fighting for the rights of whales and the wider environment for more than 50 years - and is showing no signs of slowing down. -
Health news What is HMPV, the respiratory virus spreading across China, and should we be worried about it? The virus, first identified in 2001, is one of a handful of respiratory illnesses spreading this winter. This is what we know about the current outbreak. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 7th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News The top AI takeaways to know about from Nvidia's CES 2025 keynote Euronews Next was at the chip-maker’s keynote speech in Las Vegas, which saw a rare appearance by founder and CEO Jensen Huang. -
China Magnitude 7.1 earthquake kills at least 95 people in Tibet At least 95 confirmed dead, more than three dozen others injured as a powerful earthquake hits Tibet. -
USA US snowstorm leaves four dead, hundreds of thousands without power Hundreds of thousands left without power as a deadly snowstorm grips several US states from the Midwest to the mid-Atlantic, affecting some 60 million people. -
Health news Urgent patients facing more than nine hours of wait times in Portuguese hospitals Patients seeking urgent medical attention in Portugal face wait times exceeding nine hours at hospitals across the country. -
Europe News Germany's Greens and CSU kick off election campaigns ahead of February vote Different parties outlined their proposals for Germany's future as the campaign is fully underway ahead of national elections on 23 February. -
Home Home robot on wheels, PCs, and refrigerators: Samsung's latest AI tech unveiled at CES Euronews Next was at the CES event in Las Vegas for all the latest Samsung announcements.