29 January 2025 | Euronews
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World News Western France and Ireland among European countries hit by severe weather Violent winds and torrential rain have hit western Europe, causing flooding in many regions, particularly in France, and leading to severe power outages in Ireland. -
USA Trump orders Pentagon to expand migrant detention facility at Guantanamo Bay The US military base in Cuba has been used to house detainees from the US war on terrorism. -
Economy Federal Reserve holds rates steady: Policy divergence with ECB widens The Fed kept rates steady at 4.25%-4.50%, signalling caution amid strong US growth and elevated inflation. Meanwhile, the ECB faces pressure to cut rates further as the eurozone economy weakens. The euro fell to 1.04. -
Democratic Republic Of Congo M23 rebels force Romanian mercenaries to retreat to Rwanda The Romanian soldiers were contracted by the Democratic Republic of Congo in a bid to stop the rebel advance. -
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Europe News European Parliament approves new HQ for border force despite pushback The Budget Committee greenlit the construction of a new building for €250 million, though leftist MEPs don’t agree -
Europe News EU Commission aims to simplify its way to future growth The European Commission has presented its new economic strategy for the coming years. Simplification features prominently in a package of proposals that is sorely lacking in novelty. -
Business Germany cuts 2025 economic growth forecast to 0.3% amid structural challenges The uncertainty about US trade policy in the wake of Donald Trump's presidency is partly to blame, economy minister Robert Habeck said on Wednesday. -
Tech News OpenAI says Chinese companies are trying to use US models to train AI The new AI app DeepSeek disrupted global markets this week after releasing a model that could compete with US models like ChatGPT but was more cost-effective. -
Europe News EU gives Denmark 'full support' against Trump's threats, EU Council President Costa tells Euronews In an exclusive interview with Euronews on Wednesday, European Council President António Costa said the territorial integrity of Denmark is an "essential issue" for the European Union. -
Europe News Commission plans to set up anti-red tape brigade As the EU steers a course towards deregulation in pursuit of global market share, an early draft of a forthcoming communication suggests today’s ‘Competitiveness Compass’ was only the first step in a concerted effort to tear up red tape. -
Europeans' Stories Cannabis legalisation in Germany: a European dilemma? Last spring, hundreds of people gathered under the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin to celebrate the legalisation of recreational cannabis use in Germany. -
Europe News Tempest in a wine glass: Valencia councillor caught shopping for drinks during flood aid meeting José Marí Olano apologised for his "incorrect" behaviour at Tuesday's council meeting to debate extra funding for areas ravaged by flooding in Spain last October. -
USA Who is Trump's intelligence nominee Tulsi Gabbard, and why is she so controversial? Having sided with Bashar al-Assad while a member of the Democratic Party, the former congresswoman's hard-right turn and sympathy for the Kremlin have the intelligence community deeply concerned. -
Travel News London to New York in 3.5 hours: How Boom Supersonic is learning from Concorde’s mistakes More than two decades after Europe’s failed attempt at a supersonic airliner, the USA is on track to make it work. -
Tech News AI could pose new risks such as job losses or enabling biological attacks, experts say A new international report on artificial intelligence (AI) was released before a summit in France next month. -
Culture news Remarkably rare Roman-British hoard of 404 coins discovered in the Netherlands Archaeology enthusiasts Reinier Koelink and Gert-Jan Messelaar discovered a rare hoard of 404 Roman and British coins near Bunnik, Utrecht, shedding new light on the Roman conquest of Britain. -
Earth News Slush flows can be more deadly than avalanches: How scientists are racing to stop this hidden hazard Predicting when and where they might happen is currently very difficult leaving local communities vulnerable to this under-researched phenomenon. -
Business Volvo Group struggles with slower sales as European truck demand falls Volvo Group reported its latest financial results on Wednesday and highlighted slower sales in Europe due to a declining demand for trucks. -
Europe in Motion EU air travel struggles to match pre-pandemic pace as it faces climate challenges Despite not reaching pre-pandemic levels, the number of flights in the EU increased by nearly 6% last year. But is it the only challenge aviation is facing? -
Tech News Italian data privacy agency probes China's DeepSeek AI, as EU tests GDPR compliance The Chinese AI model will have to provide information on the processing of EU data after politicians, NGOs and researchers expressed concerns about the safety of Europeans. -
Travel News Lost tribes, explosive volcanoes and pangolin hats: 2024's most awe-inspiring travel photography 2024's winning travel images include entries from photographers as young as nine-years-old. -
Economy Spain's economy remains robust with jobless total lowest for 16+ years Analysts expect Spain's economy to continue to recover in the coming months, despite being likely to stay vulnerable to the continuing effects of the Valencia floods, and with the possibility of tariffs being imposed on the EU by the US. -
No Comment India: At least 30 killed and 60 more people injured in crush at Kumbh Mela pilgrimage A stampede killed at least people as millions of Hindus rushed to take their holy bath in the waters of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers. -
Earth News Protestors who threw soup at Van Gogh's Sunflowers appeal against 'draconian' prison sentences 16 activists have been given sentences ranging from 15 months to 5 years in prison. -
Tech News Is DeepSeek a wake up call for Europe’s AI innovators? Experts say that China’s AI development shows that regulation does not have to be a barrier for innovation. -
Italy Why is Italy's Meloni being investigated for release of Libyan ICC suspect? Giorgia Meloni is under investigation for the release and repatriation of the wanted Libyan general Osama Najim — also known as Almasri. -
Earth News Work less, save CO2: How a four day working week can benefit the planet Working four days a week gives people 50 per cent more free time and helps drive down their carbon emissions too. -
Culture news UK's Royal Society of Literature confronts controversy and leadership shake-up The UK's Royal Society of Literature is trying to turn over a controversial in its history following departures and disputes over free speech, censorship, leadership changes and the results of a significant governance review. -
Destinations Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is erupting again. Is it safe to visit the national park? The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is home to the summits of two of the world’s most active volcanoes: Kilauea and Mauna Loa. -
No Comment Air Busan plane catches fire at South Korean airport, all 176 evacuated safely A passenger plane caught fire before takeoff at Gimhae International Airport in South Korea on Tuesday. -
Economy UK Chancellor bets on third Heathrow Airport runway for boost to growth Rachel Reeves' support for a third runway came in a wide-ranging speech on boosting UK growth rates, which have been historically low since the 2008 global financial crisis for a variety of reasons. -
Lifestyle Dior, Chanel, Stéphane Rolland: Highlights from Paris Haute Couture Week 2025 so far Haute Couture Week in Paris is in full swing, with luxury brands like Chanel and Dior showcasing their latest creations in front of star-studded crowds. -
Business AI showdown! Alibaba claims its new model beats DeepSeek and ChatGPT Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba released a new artificial intelligence model on Wednesday and claims it outperforms its rival DeepSeek. -
Culture news 840 encores: Igor Levit and Marina Abramović plan a mammoth 20 hour Erik Satie performance This Spring, Igor Levit will endure the insane task of performing Erik Satie's 'Vexations' in full. -
Work More than 3 out of 4 workers have already used AI in their job search, new survey finds Despite the high adoption rate, "profound disparities persist," an expert said about using AI tools in job search. -
Business Nvidia faces competition from Chinese upstart DeepSeek: How did it all happen? Mostly known only in gaming and crypto circles a few years ago, Nvidia burst into the zeitgeist after seeing its sales surge because customers wanted its chips to train their chatbots and other artificial intelligence products. -
No Comment Lunar New Year festivities in Moscow celebrate strong China tie Moscow celebrated the Lunar New Year with vibrant festivities, reflecting the strong relationship between Russia and China. -
USA Netanyahu to become first foreign leader to visit Trump in White House The new US administration, which claims credit for the current ceasefire in Gaza, has called for a permanent end to the war between Israel and Hamas. -
Tech News Vatican calls for AI to complement rather than replace humans in new guidelines A new Vatican document offered AI guidelines on sectors such as warfare, education, and healthcare. -
Europe News German opposition leader Merz's migration plan passes parliament The CDU party chief, who leads in the polls to become the next chancellor, said he would collect votes from all parties to push his five-point migration plan through parliament despite Chancellor Olaf Scholz's strong opposition. -
USA US freeze on foreign aid funding is a 'death sentence' for people in need, NGOs warn US President Donald Trump has ordered most foreign assistance to be halted for 90 days pending a review, causing alarm among aid agencies worldwide. -
Culture news New show from BrewDog founder has largest cash prize in UK TV history Amid accusations that Brits don't work, BrewDog co-founder James Watt is starting a game show to fund British entrepreneurs. -
Health news Trump’s pause on foreign aid raises HIV risks for millions, World Health Organization warns The WHO said funding should be maintained for programmes like PEPFAR, which provides HIV treatment and testing to millions of people worldwide. -
Democratic Republic Of Congo DR Congo foreign minister calls on UN for action as rebels take over Goma Thousands of residents who fled following a major escalation of the decades-long conflict arrived at the Rwandan border, as M23 rebels consolidate control of the city of Goma. -
Business Starbucks sees improved quarterly sales as turnaround efforts begin Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol, who joined the company in September, said customer-focused changes - such as a decision to stop charging extra for non-dairy milk and a streamlining of the menu - were helping to improve service and drive store traffic. -
India At least 30 dead in India after stampede at world's largest festival The accident happened on Wednesday morning local time, as tens of millions of devotees gathered to bathe on the holiest day of the Maha Kumbh Mela pilgrimage. -
Cinema César nominations 2025: Who is the favourite to win France’s top cinema award? Who will succeed Justine Triet's 'Anatomy of a Fall' and take home the top prize at France's equivalent to the Oscars? It looks like three films in particular will be locking horns for Best Film... -
No Comment Truck swallowed by sinkhole in Japan, with rescue efforts complicated by second hole A truck was swallowed b a sinkhole in Japan's Yashio City on Tuesday morning. -
Culture news Historic English castle with links to Gunpowder Plot goes up for sale after 700 years An English castle has gone on sale after being in the same family for more than 700 years. Ripley Castle in North Yorkshire even comes with its own village where 200 residents live. -
Business ASML reports boost in full-year sales as it shares outlook for 2025 ASML's robust results come at a time when the semiconductor and artificial intelligence (AI) market is reeling under the shock of new entrant DeepSeek, a new arrival from China. -
Europe News In first call, Kaja Kallas and Marco Rubio agree to keep 'maximum pressure' on Russia Russia's war on Ukraine, China, the Middle East and defence spending were the main topics of the first phone call between Kaja Kallas and Marco Rubio. -
Europe News Fears grow for detained Georgian journalist Mzia Amaglobeli after two weeks of hunger strike Mzia Amaglobeli has been charged with assaulting a police officer, but her family and supporters say she is being punished for her journalism. -
Culture news Italy's top influencer Chiara Ferragni to stand trial for aggravated fraud over 'Pandoro gate' The direct summons was served on the leading Italian social media influencer's lawyers who maintain their client has 'committed no crime'. -
North Korea North Korea's Kim Jong-un inspects nuclear facility, increasing pressure on US and South Korea Kim visited the nuclear material production base and the Nuclear Weapons Institute, according to state media. -
Ukraine Ukraine's Defence Minister Umerov investigated for alleged abuse of power, reports claim Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau is investigating Defence Minister Rustem Umerov for alleged abuse of power after he overruled a board decision on procurement. -
Culture news Doomsday Clock ticks one second closer to midnight: How doomed are we? The Doomsday Clock is now at 89 seconds to midnight and we’ve never been closer to annihilation. Here’s everything you need to know about the recent announcement, the origins of the clock, and its presence in pop culture. -
My Wildest Prediction Meat alternatives will dominate the food market, Planted Co-founder Lukas Böni says Will meat alternatives take over the food market? According to the co-founder of Planted, Lukas Böni, there’s no doubt. The entrepreneur joins My Wildest Prediction to tell us how. -
No Comment Up Helly Aa: A fiery celebration of Shetland's Norse Heritage Residents of Shetland in the UK celebrate their Viking heritage at the Up Helly Aa fire festival, held in Lerwick. -
Greenland Most Greenlanders oppose joining US despite Trump's push, poll shows Greenlanders have rejected the idea of joining the US, despite Donald Trump's insistence that the US could provide the island with "freedom". -
Culture news Algeria blasts European Parliament for condemning arrest of French-Algerian author Boualem Sansal Algerian lawmakers accused the European Parliament of political inference. They have also cast doubt on whether their motivations had to do with French-Algerian novelist Boualem Sansal's well-being or “harming the image of Algeria.” -
Markets Markets recover from DeepSeek turmoil ahead of key rate decisions and tech results Global stock markets rebounded from the previous day's selloff, ahead of major tech earnings and central bank rate decisions. -
Business LVMH earnings highlight uneven recovery in the luxury goods sector LVMH posted subdued quarterly results due to continued weakness in the fashion and leather goods segment. The results slightly exceeded analysts' estimates for overall performance. -
Lifestyle Feeling stressed and knotty? Here's how to find the right yoga style for you From hatha to vinyasa, the practice of yoga is vast and varied for the beginners so sit back relax and enjoy our guide to finding which style will work for you. -
Europe News EU bid to take on US, China competitiveness starts today | Radio Schuman The European Commission will publish its Competitiveness Compass today in an attempt to secure the future EU economy. -
EuroVerify Fact check: Which European countries practice birthright citizenship? President Donald Trump incorrectly said that the US is "the only country" that automatically confers citizenship to children born in its territory. What's the situation like in Europe? -
Health news ‘Detox juice’: Paris organises first mocktail competition to mark Dry January Taking a break from drinking in January leads to less alcohol consumption in the following months “and drinking less is better for your health,” an expert said. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | January 29th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Earth News ‘A perfect storm’: How climate change made the LA wildfires more likely - and more deadly 32 researchers from around the world looked at what caused LA’s worst ever wildfires. -
Europe News Storm Herminia brings strong winds and heavy rain to Italy and France Residents in the French city of Rennes have been forced to evacuate after the town's streets were hit by flash flooding. -
No Comment M23 rebels launch offensive in eastern DRC, causing tension in Kinshasa According to the UN and the army, 17 peacekeepers and foreign soldiers were killed in the fighting. -
Europe News PM's resignation could lead to snap election, Serbian president says President Vučić rejected a transitional government after Prime Minister Vučević's resignation to calm tensions following anti-corruption protests sparked by a deadly awning collapse.