2025-02-19

Qatar 365

Qatar from the Sky, Sand and Sea: Winter Tourism at its Best

In partnership with Media City

Join Qatar 365 on hot air balloons, desert glamping and cruise ships – there’s no shortage of activities in Qatar in winter. Walk around the rejuvenated Old Doha Port, go for an adventure the wildlife reserve of Ras Abrouq, or relax in the serene surroundings of Sealine.

19/02/2025

Europeans' Stories

Estonia phases out Russian as a language of instruction

The Republic of Estonia is reforming its school system. Russian will gradually be phased out as a language of instruction by the year 2030. Soon all children will only be taught in Estonian – even children in the predominantly Russian-speaking areas in the North-East.

19/02/2025

Modern Nomads

Meet the rising stars of Kazakh ballet taking centre stage in Astana

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet Kazakhstan's brightest ballet stars, who are blending classical techniques with Kazakh traditions and making Astana a global hub for the art form.

19/02/2025

Space

NASA data shows asteroid may hit one of world’s most populated regions

New data from US space agency believes that the 2024 YR4 asteroid now has over a 3 per cent chance of hitting the planet in 2032, making it the highest-threat asteroid ever detected.

19/02/2025

Europe News

European Commission urges tax reform in energy cost-cutting plan

A leaked draft of a keenly awaited Action Plan for Affordable Energy suggests cutting green levies and VAT could ease costs for European consumers – but tax reforms have been deadlocked since 2021.

19/02/2025

Business

Mining giant Glencore's annual results hit hard by fall in coal prices

Glencore also revealed it was considering moving its primary listing from the UK to New York, or elsewhere, to get the "right valuation".

19/02/2025

Business

Philips stock tumbles as firm sees losses grow on weak Chinese demand

The healthcare technology group saw its stock fall more than 11% after missing sales growth expectations.

19/02/2025

Tech News

What we know so far about Apple’s launch event and possible SE4 reveal

The newest family member is coming to Apple today. Here is what it could be, according to rumours.

19/02/2025

France

Minister to meet Air France executives over sexual harassment claims

Philippe Tabarot will also talk to staff at the airline, after female employees told Radio France that they had been sexually harassed.

19/02/2025

Destinations

Where was The White Lotus season 3 filmed?

Follow in the footsteps of The White Lotus cast and experience Thailand’s pristine beaches, lush jungles, and buzzing cities.

19/02/2025

China

US accuses China of 'dangerous' helicopter moves near disputed island

The Philippines said China's crew flew within 3 metres of its plane in the airspace above Scarborough Shoal on Tuesday.

19/02/2025

Culture news

Is the Great Wall of China 300 years older than previously thought?

A newly uncovered section of the Great Wall of China in the late Western Zhou Dynasty, dating back nearly 3,000 years, suggests the structure's origins are three centuries older than previously thought.

19/02/2025

Germany

Germany's AfD risks millions in fines over alleged illegal donation

The AfD received €2.35 million from Gerhard Dingler, allegedly funnelled through him by billionaire Henning Conle, risking a €7 million fine if confirmed.

19/02/2025

Europe News

Ukraine war: Who should get Europe's seat at the negotiating table?

European countries are insisting there can be no discussions about peace in Ukraine without the direct involvement of Ukraine and Europe as talks between Washington and Moscow have started.

19/02/2025

Ukraine

Zelenskyy's rating grows to 57%, debunking Trump's 4% support claim

Despite the US president's claims of low support, Zelenskyy's approval rating reached 57% in February — higher than Trump's own.

19/02/2025

Culture news

Central Cee ties Stormzy as most awarded rapper in MOBO history

The 2025 MOBO Awards at Newcastle's Utilita Arena saw Central Cee win Best Male Act and Ayra Starr become the first African woman to win Best International Act.

19/02/2025

Ukraine

Ukrainian POW: Ceding land means giving up on millions of people there

“Everyone who is in the occupied territories is a hostage of the Russian regime,” Ukrainian journalist and human rights activist Maksym Butkevych, who spent over two years in Russian captivity, told Euronews.

19/02/2025

Europe in Motion

Diversity in the population: How does migration affect the EU?

The number of non-EU citizens living in the EU has grown by 2.3 million in 2023, with Ukrainian, Turkish, and Moroccan citizens representing the three largest groups.

19/02/2025

Culture news

Kevin Spacey reacts to Guy Pearce allegations, tells him to 'grow up'

Kevin Spacey has dismissed Guy Pearce’s claims of being “targeted” by the actor on the set of 'LA Confidential', urging his former co-star to “grow up”.

19/02/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | February 19th – Midday

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

19/02/2025

Culture news

Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, dies aged 69

Rick Buckler, drummer of the legendary British mod band, The Jam, has died at the age of 69.

19/02/2025

Germany

Magdeburg car ramming attack causes spike in anti-migrant sentiment

Carried out by a Saudi national, the December attack has intensified anti-immigrant sentiment, with migrant advocacy groups reporting a 70% increase in incidents involving racism.

19/02/2025

Europe News

Social media becomes the main news source of young Europeans

A growing number of young Europeans are turning to social media as their primary news source, with platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube surpassing traditional media outlets such as TV and print.

19/02/2025

Partner content

Survival of the smallest: How SMEs keep Europe’s travel sector thriving

Partner content presented by Booking.com

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are the lifeblood of Europe’s travel and tourism sector – their competitiveness matters now more than ever

19/02/2025

Romania

Romanians puzzled by Trump allies' sudden interest in their politics

The inner circle of US President Donald Trump has recently become vocal on Romanian politics, now showing interest in the case of the Tate brothers.

19/02/2025

USA

Trump claims Musk has no conflicts of interest as DOGE guts agencies

The X owner and Tesla CEO said he has never asked for personal favours from the president, and both men claimed he would avoid conflicts of interest.

19/02/2025

Business

BAE records sales boost and beats estimates as military spending rises

The defence group recorded a 14% year-on-year jump in sales and predicted a further increase as Europe bolsters its military capabilities.

19/02/2025

Culture news

Rapper A$AP Rocky found not guilty of firing gun at former friend

After rejecting a plea deal that could have put him behind bars for six months, A$AP Rocky was found not guilty of two felony assault charges.

19/02/2025

Economy

UK inflation sees further spike as it rises to a 10-month high

January's inflation figure is likely to slow down the Bank of England's delivery of interest rate cuts as inflation remains well above the central bank's government-set target.

19/02/2025

Business

HSBC announces €1.9bn share buyback as annual profits jumps

HSBC reported a profit in 2024 as strong performances in wealth and personal banking and global banking and markets offset a decline in its net interest income.

19/02/2025