2025-03-06

Belgium

Poland's Duda: NATO members must increase defence spending to 3%

The Polish President visited NATO's headquarters on Thursday at the invitation of Secretary General Mark Rutte.

06/03/2025

Nutrition

Swapping butter for olive, soybean, or rapeseed oil may improve health

The study identified a significantly lower risk of premature death among people who ate a lot of plant-based oils over three decades.

06/03/2025

Europe News

Pope Francis records audio greeting from hospital

The pope's audio greeting was broadcast before the nightly recitation of the rosary prayer in St. Peter's Square.

06/03/2025

Europe News

CommonEn: A Greek model for tackling energy poverty

In the Greek city of Ioannina, the CommonEn energy community provides a sustainable, renewable-powered solution to energy poverty.

06/03/2025

Russia

Putin referred to Napoleon's 1812 failure to conquer Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin, reacted to the speech of French President Emmanuel Macron, who called Russia a threat to Europe.

06/03/2025

Europe News

EU entry/exit system: What are the consequences for travellers?

The upcoming launch of the EU's digital border management system, scheduled for this autumn, raises concerns regarding data protection, asylum law and the rights of children.

06/03/2025

The Europe Conversation

Ukraine is not ready to join NATO or the EU, Juncker says

Former president of the European Commission Jean Claude Juncker cautioned against Ukraine joining Nato as a form of security guarantee. Talking to Euronews for The Europe Conversation, he also said that Ukraine should be granted limited EU membership.

06/03/2025

Europe News

EU's workforce challenge: Commission unveils plan to bridge skills gap

The Union of Skills focuses on strengthening education, upskilling, internal labour mobility and attracting foreign talent.

06/03/2025

Europe News

Bosnian Serb leader's new laws spark major political crisis

The Bosnian Serb leader enacted laws to ban state-level security and judicial bodies in one part of the country's territory, following his controversial sentencing last Wednesday.

06/03/2025

Football Now

How do footballers adapt during the Holy month of Ramadan?

In partnership with Media City

During the Holy month of Ramadan, Muslim footballers will fast from sunrise until sunset. How do they adapt, and does it impact their performance?

06/03/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 6th – Evening

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

06/03/2025

Germany

Five jailed in Germany for far-right plot to overthrow the government

The defendants had planned to use bombs to cause nationwide blackouts and kidnap former Health Minister Karl Lauterbach, prosecutors said.

06/03/2025

Destinations

Serene Indonesia: Venture off-the-beaten-track in Bali and beyond

From swimming with manta rays to feasting on local cuisine, you can always escape the crowds in the Spice Islands.

06/03/2025

Culture news

My night at the Las Vegas' Sphere with DJ Solomun

Launched last year, the Anyma ‘End of Genesys’ residency at Las Vegas' Sphere has transformed the underground EDM scene into an immersive storytelling spectacle. Amber Bryce joined award-winning DJ Solomun for his one-night collaborative show.

06/03/2025

Turkmenistan

National leader Berdimuhamedow on Turkmenistan’s neutrality and EU ties

In this episode of Eurasia Talks, Turkmenistan’s national leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow reaffirms the country’s commitment to neutrality, global cooperation, and economic partnerships.

06/03/2025

Tech News

Agentic AI takes centre stage at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona

As all the big industry names returned to this year's Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona this week, AI innovation like AI agents was a key focus.

06/03/2025

Culture news

Lithuanian publisher pulls JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' from sale

A Lithuanian publisher has pulled JD Vance’s controversial memoir "Hillbilly Elegy" from sale. Here's why.

06/03/2025

Travel News

Riyadh Air: A new era of aviation for Saudi Arabia

As Saudi Arabia soars into a new era, explore the rich heritage and desert adventures from its capital, Riyadh.

06/03/2025

World News

New Zealand sacks its top UK envoy over Trump comments

Auckland says Phil Goff's position was made 'untenable' by his remarks at an event in London this week.

06/03/2025

Tech News

Women largely underrepresented in European tech, index finds

Women are underrepresented in the entire EU tech ecosystem from the classroom to the C-suite, a new gender and diversity index found.

06/03/2025

Europe News

China slams US tariffs: 'There are no winners in a trade war'

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian denounced US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth’s statement that the US is “prepared” to go to war with China following Beijing’s warning over escalating trade tensions.

06/03/2025

Experiences

World Book Day: Be inspired by the literary greats in Italy

Follow in the footsteps of the world’s greatest writers and you may just find your own muse in Italy.

06/03/2025

Culture news

Carnival revelry, matrafonas and 50 years of freedom in Torres Vedras

The theme of Portugal's most popular carnival this year was the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. But was it a fitting celebration of freedom?

06/03/2025

Green News

Piglets left to starve in Danish art exhibition have been stolen

The artist aimed to raise awareness about the cruelties of modern pig production in Denmark.

06/03/2025

Economy

Turkey cuts interest rate to 42.5% after inflation hits two-year low

Turkey’s central bank lowered its key interest rate by 2.5 percentage points on Thursday, its third consecutive cut, reacting to a slowdown in inflation in the country.

06/03/2025

Europe News

Protesters rally outside US embassy in Kyiv

Protesters rallied outside the US embassy in Kyiv reiterating that one of the points of peace is the exchange of prisoners of war.

06/03/2025

No Comment

Protesters clash with police in Athens over 2023 rail disaster

Anger over the 2023 rail disaster sparked violent clashes in Athens as protesters demanded political accountability. The unrest followed a no-confidence motion, though the government is expected to withstand Friday’s vote.

06/03/2025

Europe News

Dutch government recommends citizens get 72-hour emergency kits

Dutch Justice and Security Minister David van Weel said on Wednesday that citizens need to prepare to manage "without the central government" in case of a "real conflict."

06/03/2025

Cinema

The Monopoly movie is on its way: How is this a good idea?

From the plastic, fantastic world of Barbie to the two-dimensional capitalist hellscape of Monopoly. Can they make the board game movie work?

06/03/2025

Tech News

Google expands AI-generated summaries to its search engine

Google is expanding its AI Overviews feature in the United States but is not available in EU countries.

06/03/2025