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No Comment North Macedonia celebrates Epiphany with Holy Cross retrieval ceremony Epiphany ceremonies were held throughout North Macedonia, with the Holy Cross thrown into the water to commemorate the baptism of Christ. -
Europe News After years of concerns raised by scientists, EU has banned Bisphenol A from contact with food The European Union regulation banning the use of bisphenol A in materials that come into contact with food officially took effect on 20 January, in an attempt to minimise exposure to the harmful endocrine disruptor. -
Russia Russia's Putin congratulates Donald Trump as he takes office for the second time During a meeting with Russia's Security Council on Monday, Putin said that his country values the new US administration's statements regarding its intention to reestablish direct communications with Russia. -
Tech News Donald Trump ends migration app that gave entry to over 1m migrants in first hour as president The CBP One app allowed nearly a million people to legally enter the United States with permission to work. -
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Europe News Orbán declares offensive to 'occupy Brussels' as Trump presidency begins The Hungarian Prime Minister said during a speech in Budapest that the EU's leaders are driving it into isolation. He also declared that the new US president and the EU's right-wing faction will dominate politics in the future. -
USA Six takeaways from Trump's inauguration speech Trump hinted at several executive orders in his first speech after being sworn in. -
USA In pictures: US presidential inaugurations over the years As Donald Trump is inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, we look at the most notable ceremonies celebrating US presidents-elect taking office over the years. -
Business Trade tariffs could cause spike in IKEA prices, says retailer in Davos The comments from the CEO of IKEA's largest franchisee come as businesses brace for higher trade levies under a Trump presidency. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 20th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Ecotech Nature’s best lawnmower: How solar grazing is changing the photovoltaic landscape Farmers in the USA are waking up to the benefits of keeping sheep on solar farms, but Europe’s been doing this for ages. -
USA What Trump 2.0 means to the world's largest collective marketplace — Africa If Africa can find the confidence to take sentiment out of the equation and make a business pitch that makes sense, this could well be a very profitable and peaceful four years indeed, Ivor Ichikowitz writes. -
Scenes Watch: Qatar’s cosplay creator levels up the geek scene When Ayat Salim, a longtime anime and geek culture fan, took the plunge into cosplay, she entered a world of endless possibilities. -
Health news Blockbuster weight-loss drugs linked to lower risk of addiction, schizophrenia, dementia, and more While weight-loss drugs were linked to lower risk of some conditions, they were also associated with some adverse health outcomes. -
World News Israelis relieved but uneasy after ceasefire takes hold as final outcome remains uncertain Tel Aviv residents expressed mixed emotions after a ceasefire was declared in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The release of hostages has brought hope, but some remain in captivity. -
Yemen Yemen’s Houthis to limit attacks in Red Sea to Israeli-linked vessels While the rate of attacks has slowed, uncertainty looms because the incoming US President Donald Trump could redesignate the Houthis as a terrorist organisation. -
Travel News UK plans price hike for ETA travel permit just days after launch: What it costs and how to apply Travellers from many countries now need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK. -
Economy Billionaire wealth surges as Oxfam predicts five trillionaires in decade Billionaire wealth grew by $2tn in 2024, three times faster than the previous year, according to Oxfam's latest report on wealth. -
China China executes two men found guilty of killing sprees Fan Weiqu rammed his car into a crowd, killing 35 people, while 21-year-old Xu Jiajin killed eight people and injured 17 in a stabbing attack last year. -
Earth News How Alaska’s beauty, China’s renewables and Biden’s caution could save the climate from Trump Trump might not be able to cut as much “red tape” as he has said he will. -
Health news These are the most critical health crises facing the world in 2025 Humanitarian disasters are breeding both short-term and long-term health problems around the world, global health officials said. -
Cinema James Cameron shares updates about third Avatar film - 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' It's coming to your screens in December. It's going to be long. And it's going to be surprising, according to the Oscar-winning director. -
World News Optimism amongst Trump supporters as thousands gather ahead of inauguration On the eve of the swearing-in ceremony, thousands of Trump supporters stood in line despite the freezing weather to attend a 'Make America Great Again' rally. -
Tech News What is Davos and why is it important? Your guide to the World Economic Forum’s annual summit The World Economic Forum has held a meeting every year since it was founded in 1971. But why is Davos, as it is commonly known, so significant? -
Economy European car makers could see rocky 2025 amid changing regulations Several challenges, such as changing emissions laws, as well as cost pressures could continue to erode car manufacturers' profit margins this year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. -
World News UNICEF 2025: How leaders can unite in support of future generations As we head into 2025, a “new era of crisis” threatens our global future. If we are to resolve armed conflicts, tackle the climate crisis and address rising inequality, the need for systemic change has never been more essential. -
Smart Regions Invisible engravings, ethical diamonds: the technology that tracks stones from mine to market International laws prohibit the trade of diamonds from countries in conflict, but for now, it is impossible to be certain of the origin of the precious stones. A Polish laboratory has found the solution. -
Culture news Hidden royal treasures discovered underneath Vilnius Cathedral Long-lost crowns, rings, and sceptres dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries have resurfaced in the crypt of Lithuania’s most famous cathedral. -
USA Trump vows to restore US's global standing in inaugural address In Washington at noon local time (6 pm CET), Donald Trump took the oath of office for a second go at the presidency of the United States in what is a remarkable political comeback. -
USA Europe reaffirms strong ties with US despite concerns over Trump' policies As Trump prepares to take office, European leaders highlighted the importance of strong ties with Washington and the need to adapt to potential shifts in international policies and agreements. -
Tech News US Big Tech is ready for Trump 2, but is the EU? US tech moguls will take ring-side seats for the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th US president today, but the new mandate is set to test Europe's regulation of the tech sector. -
Business Irish venture capital investments rise with upbeat outlook for 2025 Factors such as rebounding interest in new technologies, as well as the government announcing new schemes supporting the venture capital (VC) industry all contributed to higher VC numbers. -
Tech News How X, Meta, and Bluesky are taking advantage of the TikTok ban with new video features Social media companies are making the most of the TikTok ban in the US by offering new video tools and feeds. -
USA Biden pardons Fauci, Milley and 6 January committee members in unprecedented move The US president used the final hours of his presidency to issue preemptive pardons to those he described as potentially being a target of "unjustified (and) politically motivated prosecutions", as well as a number of close family members. -
Gaza Palestinians in Gaza wake up relieved after first night of ceasefire Thousands of Gazans have begun to travel back to the homes they evacuated earlier in the war. -
Lifestyle Prada, Armani and Dolce&Gabbana: The best of Men's Milan Fashion Week so far Milan Fashion Week Men’s arrived this weekend beginning with high-wattage shows from Armani, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana. -
Europe News EU digital enforcement barometer amid rising pressure from US tech giants The European Commission will conclude several investigations launched against Big Tech in the coming months. As US tech giants pressure the EU to retreat and align with laissez faire tone struck by the incoming Trump administration, we take stock of the ongoing probes. -
Business Křetínský’s EPH approached over sale of stake in Uniper energy, say sources The Czech energy group EPH has emerged as a potential buyer for Germany's stake in Uniper. -
Culture news Teen pleads guilty in fatal stabbings at UK Taylor Swift-themed dance class A British teenager who stabbed three young girls in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift dance event has pleaded guilty to murder. -
Tech News EU Commission formalises Big Tech effort to counter online hate speech The Code of Conduct on countering illegal hate speech online should help platforms comply with the Digital Services Act. -
Europe News EPP declares war on ‘excessive regulation’ from Brussels The centre-right European People’s Party (EPP) has called for a bonfire of EU red tape in a three-page statement adopted at a gathering of conservative leaders in Berlin. -
No Comment Watch West Bank joy as 90 freed Palestinian prisoners return Thousands in Beitunia celebrated the release of 90 Palestinian prisoners as part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. The next exchange is scheduled for Saturday as fragile truce holds. -
World News Global leaders gather in Davos to tackle economic and technological challenges The WEF's annual meeting in Davos has begun, focusing on global issues like economic development and technological innovation. -
Markets Bitcoin hits record high ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration Riding the waves of the crypto markets, and leading up to his inauguration, the incoming US President Donald Trump last week unveiled his own cryptocurrency, which sold for billions of dollars. -
Europe News Poland focuses on border security at start of EU presidency Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has said that protecting borders is a 'sacred duty', but humanitarian organisations have expressed concerns. -
Europe News Ex-MEP Maria Arena charged with membership of criminal organisation The charges, which Arena has denied, are the latest in the Qatargate allegations that foreign lobbyists attempted to purchase influence in the European Parliament. -
Culture news David Lynch’s children invite fans to 'worldwide group meditation' to honour director’s legacy David Lynch’s children – Jennifer, Austin, Riley and Lula Lynch – have invited mourning fans to join in a 10-minute worldwide group session today to "meditate, reflect, and send positivity into the universe." -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 20th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News German prosecutors: Magdeburg Christmas market car ramming not a terrorist attack Six people died and more than 300 were injured when a Saudi-born doctor drove a car into a Christmas market in the city of Magdeburg in December. -
Tech News Donald Trump's TikTok shift: From backing a ban to being hailed 'a saviour' "I’m asking companies not to let TikTok stay dark!" Donald Trump wrote in a post on his social media app Truth Social on Sunday morning. -
Colombia Violence in northeast Colombia leaves 80 dead and thousands displaced Colombian President Gustavo Petro recently ended peace talks with the National Liberation Army (ELN), one of the armed groups involved in the fighting, saying it had "no will for peace". -
USA Who is Han Zheng, China's representative at Trump's inauguration? Vice President Han Zheng will represent China at Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday, signalling a potential thaw in Washington-Beijing relations. -
Culture news Iranian pop star Tataloo sentenced to death for ‘blasphemy', Iranian media report Several Iranian media outlets have reported that Amir Hossein Maghsoudloo, better known as Tataloo, has been sentenced to death. Contradictory accounts, however, have left uncertainty about the outcome of the pop star’s trial. -
Europe News Polish border protection, Newsletter This week's key events presented by Euronews' Polish affairs correspondent Dominika Cosic. -
Culture news Lights Out Meta: R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe calls for Meta boycott to protest rise of US far-right It’s the end of the world as we know it... and we should be logging off. “Are we too addicted we can’t log off even for one week?” -
Europe News Which European Trump allies will be in Washington for inauguration? European friends of Donald Trump have accepted invitations for a ringside seat at today's inauguration of the 47th President of the United States. -
Business Trump's Inauguration Day: The EU waits to see what's in store Europe is braced for significant economic challenges under Trump's presidency, including its car industry, energy supply, and the euro's devaluation, alongside the potential for resurging inflation. -
Europe in Motion Which countries have the deadliest air pollution in Europe? Deaths from air pollution have fallen in the EU, but mortality rates were highest in Bulgaria, Poland, and Hungary. -
Tech News Cyber certification to remain on hold despite Polish effort Progress on the cybersecurity certification for cloud services (EUCS) – which has been in a deadlock since 2019 – will likely come after the review of the Cybersecurity Act (CSA). -
No Comment Watch Israeli hostages' tearful reunion with families after ceasefire Three Israelis, including Romi Gonen, were freed and reunited with their families amid celebrations, as a ceasefire begins, hoping to end the 15-month conflict. -
USA Undocumented migrants in the US prepare for worst-case scenario Immigrants in cities such as Chicago are bracing for potential mass deportations under Donald Trump's incoming administration. -
Markets Markets lookahead: Trump’s inauguration, key data and earnings season In Trump’s inauguration week, markets will focus on his policy announcements, which may significantly impact market movements. Other key economic data from major economies, along with corporate earnings, are also set to influence investor sentiment. -
Culture news Bob Dylan's 'Mr Tambourine Man' drafts fetch nearly €500,000 at auction Two sheets of typewritten lyrics were the lead items in a record-breaking auction of Bob Dylan memorabilia in Nashville. -
Culture news Teen goes on trial over UK stabbings at Taylor Swift dance class The trial of Axel Rudakubana, arrested for three counts of murder and 10 counts of attempted murder, is expected to last four weeks. -
Economy Trump's return to the White House: What it means for eurozone interest rates This president's second term is set to reshape global economic policy, with trade tariffs, tax cuts, and a stronger dollar impacting inflation and interest rates. While the Fed may hold or tighten rates, the ECB is expected to cut further as eurozone growth remains weak. -
Europe News The lasting friendship between ECR and Trump’s Republicans | Radio Schuman Several members of the European Conservatives and Reformists will attend the Donald Trump's inauguration as 47th US president on Monday. -
Culture news Agenda: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week High fashion hits the Louvre, Jeff Beck's guitars go under the hammer, Timothée Chalamet becomes Bob Dylan and FKA Twigs prepares to send us into an electro-sizzled stratosphere. -
The Big Question The magic of data: How lowering emissions can make millions for business Some of the world’s biggest companies are reducing their emissions at a faster-than-expected pace, in some cases the equivalent of what an entire country can produce in a year. But what does the effort yield to their investors? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 20th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Business Davos 2025: What to expect at this year's World Economic Forum The 2025 Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) takes place from 20-24 January in Davos, Switzerland. Here's a look at what can be expected at this year's meeting. -
Afghanistan Norwegian Refugee Council chief says aid cuts biggest threat to Afghanistan's women The Taliban takeover in August 2021 drove millions into poverty and hunger after foreign aid was cut off almost overnight. -
World News Joy gives way to dismay as Palestinians in Gaza return to the ruins of their homes 15 months of the most intensive fighting ever seen between the IDF and Hamas have reduced vast swathes of Gaza to rubble and rebuilding is expected to take decades. -
Israel Israel frees 90 Palestinian women and minors from prison on day two of Gaza ceasefire According to a list provided by the Palestinian Authority's Commission for Prisoners' Affairs all of those released are women or minors. -
USA Donald Trump promises flurry of executive orders on first day back in White House On the campaign trail, Trump pledged mass deportations of illegal immigrants in the United States and said at the rally that would be one focus of the blizzard of presidential paperwork.