2025-01-08

Europe News

Musk's interference in national debates angers Europe's leaders

Several European leaders have denounced, directly or indirectly, the actions of the owner of the social network X.

08/01/2025

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Polar cold in eastern Turkey

Cities in eastern Turkey are facing extreme winter weather with temperatures as low as -20°C.

08/01/2025

Tech News

CES 2025: Sony showcases new tech, from first EV to filming tools

During the Sony Group’s keynote press conference at CES 2025, multiple new advanced tech products were unveiled.

08/01/2025

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Prayers for earthquake victims in Tibet

In Kathmandu, India, and Dharamshala, Nepal, Tibetan exiles prayed for the victims of the earthquake that struck Tibet.

08/01/2025

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Berlin Zoo's new play area for baby pandas

Berlin Zoo's five-month-old twin pandas, Leni and Lotti, have been exploring their new playroom.

08/01/2025

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Deadly earthquake hits Tibet as rescuers continue to search

On Tuesday 7 January, an earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale struck an outlying district of the city of Shigatse in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.

08/01/2025

Spain

Sanchez takes aim at Musk's "ultra-right-wing internationalism"

Sánchez highlighted the country's achievements after the dictatorship, but warned of the risks of a possible democratic regression in the face of the advance of autocratic values and fascism in Europe.

08/01/2025

Culture news

SAG Awards nominations: Snubs, surprises and 'Wicked' on top

Snubs, surprises and an unpredictable awards season continues... The SAG Awards are a historically accurate bellwether for the Oscars - which bodes well for 'Wicked'. Here's the lowdown.

08/01/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 8th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

08/01/2025

Experiences

Get steamy and sociable in Europe’s historic saunas

Bathing culture is a great way to appreciate a new destination. Will you take the plunge in 2025?

08/01/2025

France

EU will defend its borders, France says after Trump's Greenland threat

The French foreign minister said the bloc must become stronger after US President-elect Donald Trump threatened to take control of Greenland.

08/01/2025

United Kingdom

Suspicious vehicle alert leads to evacuations in central London

Bomb disposal teams carried out controlled explosions in Regent Street in central London after authorities became aware of a suspicious vehicle.

08/01/2025

Europe in Motion

Which European country is set to excel in the Dry January challenge?

Initiatives such as Dry January and Damp January gain increasing popularity, with millions of people said to be taking part across Europe.

08/01/2025

EuroVerify

What does Trump’s threat to seize Greenland mean for the EU and NATO?

The US president-elect has refused to rule out an attack on Greenland, a Danish self-governing island and NATO ally.

08/01/2025

Eco-Innovation

Scientists transform waste into batteries that could power grid

Sustainable alternatives to rare metals are needed as the demand for batteries increases.

08/01/2025

Culture news

The remains of Eça de Queiroz's transferred to National Pantheon

The remains of Eça de Queiroz, author of major works of Portuguese literature such as "Os Maias" or "O Crime do Padre Amaro", will now remain in the National Pantheon, 125 years after his death.

08/01/2025

Europe News

EU power shift inevitable if Kickl forms government, says analyst

The FPÖ party leader has invited the ÖVP to coalition talks, signalling his intention to bury the hatchet between the two parties.

08/01/2025

Culture news

The French-Vietnamese sisters bringing Slavic mythology to life

Upon arriving in Poland, the Bui sisters began to discover the mysteries of Polish Romanticism, and were stricken with awe. Their fascination with Slavic mythology, culture, and folklore led them to make films inspired by these ancient traditions.

08/01/2025

Europe News

Thousands gather to celebrate death of French far-right figure

Jean-Marie Le Pen died on Tuesday at the age of 96. He was a polarising figure, with some on the right praising his contribution to politics while others on the left branding him a fascist.

08/01/2025

USA

Trump appeals to Supreme Court to block sentencing in hush money case

US President-elect Donald Trump's lawyers are asking the Supreme Court to call off Friday's sentencing in his New York criminal hush money case.

08/01/2025

Economy

Factory activity levels slump in Germany - winter recession pending?

A winter recession could be on the cards for Germany as factory activity levels slumped in November, according to data released on Wednesday by the Federal Statistical Office.

08/01/2025

Tech News

UK government to criminalise sexually explicit deepfakes

“We are putting offenders on notice – they will face the full force of the law,” the victims minister said.

08/01/2025

Europe News

At least 780 migrants arrive in the Canary Islands by sea in 24 hours

Last year, more than 43,000 migrants arrived in the Canary Islands, a record-breaking figure that exceeds that of 2006, during the so-called 'Cayuco crisis'.

08/01/2025

Europeans' Stories

Factories from China spark geopolitical debates in Europe

Chinese companies are investing massively in Hungary.

08/01/2025

Green News

Climate change has put ‘insanely beautiful’ Greenland in the spotlight

Climate scientists describe Greenland as an open refrigerator door for a warming world.

08/01/2025

Europe News

Ukraine strikes Russian military fuel depot

The depot supplied a nearby airfield that was reportedly used by aircraft which launch missiles across the border into Ukraine.

08/01/2025

Business

Getty Images announces merger with rival content firm Shutterstock

The union of the two major content firms comes as artificial intelligence is shaking up the image market.

08/01/2025

Business

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announces major UK investment after record year

British automaker Roll-Royce Motor Cars has said that it would be ramping up investment in its Goodwood manufacturing location, in an attempt to strengthen its commitment to the UK.

08/01/2025

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Devastating fire wreaks havoc near Los Angeles

A violent fire broke out on Tuesday 7 January in the hills of Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles, USA.

08/01/2025

Qatar 365

Qatar’s culinary crème de la crème: The MICHELIN Guide arrives in Doha

In partnership with Media City

From fine dining to pastry making, Qatar 365 takes you from the museums and into Souq Waqif for a tour of Doha’s finest restaurants. The MICHELIN Guide Qatar 2025 launches with a selection of recommended restaurants, including a star for IDAM by Alain Ducasse.

08/01/2025