2025-01-19

Russia

Orthodox Russians mark Epiphany amid unusually warm winter weather

However local emergency services in some regions cancelled events, saying it was too hazardous for worshippers to cut bathing holes in icy ponds and rivers

19/01/2025

Germany

German ambassador warns Trump will test the US constitutional order

Ambassador Andreas Michaelis said in his confidential diplomatic report that the Trump agenda would rob the legislative branch, law enforcement and media of their independence.

19/01/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 19th – Evening

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19/01/2025

Food and Drink

How AI, social media and social events will shape what we eat in 2025

What new food trends, diets and cuisines will rise on social media and in the real world? How Important are in-person events, and what role will AI play in what We Eat? Food expert Francesca Della Penna peers into her crystal ball.

19/01/2025

Tech News

TikTok restoring access after Trump pledges to issue executive order

President-elect Donald Trump says he plans to issue an executive order that would give TikTok's China-based parent company more time to find an approved buyer.

19/01/2025

Israel

Hamas releases three Israeli hostages hours after ceasefire starts

The three were met by their mothers in Israel, the military announced on Sunday, hours after the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took hold.

19/01/2025

USA

US National Guard to deploy 8,000 troops for Trump's inauguration

Ahead of Trump's inauguration on Monday, the US National Guard set up security perimeters in Washington amid protests for women's rights and racial justice.

19/01/2025

Tech News

What will happen if TikTok falls into the hands of tech billionaires?

Elon Musk reportedly considered buying TikTok ahead of a US-wide ban. But what would it mean for society if "broligarchs" consolidated their influence on social media?

19/01/2025

Culture news

Five of the best! Our favourite music acts from ESNS in Groningen

As ESNS draws to a close, here are five of the most exciting acts we found from the musical showcase festival.

19/01/2025

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Latest news bulletin | January 19th – Midday

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19/01/2025

Europe News

The Witcher and PC survival: The success of Polish gaming companies

The coronavirus pandemic, although an economic disaster for most businesses, became a source of success for many Polish gaming companies. But how did they do it?

19/01/2025

Climate

How does it feel to lose your neighbourhood in the LA wildfires?

The California fires didn’t just destroy homes - the climate-driven disaster caught the fabric of community.

19/01/2025

Destinations

Booked into Bucharest’s trendy spa? Here’s where else to go

Romania’s capital has seen an influx of visitors thanks to the hype around Therme Bucharest Spa, but the real gems are in the heart of the city.

19/01/2025

Israel

Three far-right ministers quit Israel's cabinet over ceasefire deal

Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and two other ministers from the religious Jewish Power party have resigned.

19/01/2025

Tech News

TikTok ban begins in the US a day before Donald Trump's inauguration

When users opened the TikTok app on Saturday, they encountered a pop-up message that said, "Sorry, TikTok isn't available right now".

19/01/2025

Gaza

Israel-Hamas ceasefire begins, raising hope that war will now end

Celebrations erupted across the war-ravaged territory and some Palestinians began returning to their homes in Gaza, despite a bloody three hour delay.

19/01/2025

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Latest news bulletin | January 19th – Morning

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19/01/2025

Europe News

EU to deploy 100 observers to Kosovo for February elections

NATO-led international peacekeepers, KFOR, said more than 200 Italian troops will assist their 4,300-strong force during the election period.

19/01/2025

USA

Trump arrives in Washington ahead of Monday's inauguration

Before the president-elect had arrived in the capital, groups of mostly female protesters began taking to the street to march for women’s rights which they believe are under threat from the incoming administration.

19/01/2025

Europe News

Kyiv protesters demand information about location of loved ones

Protesters have expressed their frustration over what they say is the government’s poor communication and lack of clarity regarding the fate of relatives who went missing while fighting off Russia’s full-scale invasion.

19/01/2025

Europe News

Rallies take place across Europe ahead of Gaza ceasefire

Many European protesters hope the ceasefire, which Israel maintains is temporary, will lead to a lasting peace in the Middle East.

19/01/2025