11 March 2025 | Euronews
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Europe News 'Total waste of money': Former Italian PM Conte rails against EU rearmament plan In an interview to Euronews, Five Star Movement leader Giuseppe Conte said that the Commission “is exaggerating the Russian threat” to boost military expenditure -
Europe News Portugal's parliament rejects motion of confidence and brings down government All the opposition parties, with the exception of the Liberal Initiative, voted against the motion of confidence in the government. PM Montenegro even offered to suspend the session if the socialists presented specific questions, but PS leader Pedro Nuno Santos didn't back down. -
USA Trump says he will double planned tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminium to 50% US President Donald Trump faces increased pressure to stimulate economic growth after a brutal market selloff on Monday indicated rising recession risks. -
Europe News Romanian constitutional court unanimously rejects Calin Georgescu's candidacy, sparking protests Romania's top court upheld the electoral committee's earlier rejection of 'TikTok Messiah" Georgescu's candidacy, causing demonstrations in Bucharest on Tuesday evening. -
Syria Syrian ethnic tensions erupt in deadly clashes, questioning Europe's sanctions lift Recent violence in Syria has sparked fears of further instability as leaders call for lifting sanctions to ease economic woes. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 11th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Ukraine As arms imports spike, Ukraine boosts domestic weapon production Ukraine became the world’s largest importer of major arms from 2020 to 2024, with its imports increasing nearly a hundredfold compared to the prior five years. The country has also reformed its own arms industry, ramping up production since Russia’s full-scale invasion. -
South Africa At least 16 dead after bus crashes on motorway in South Africa The accident happened near Johannesburg’s O.R.Tambo International Airport on Tuesday. The cause remains unknown. -
Europe News Commission to push 'buy European' in new critical medicines act The European Commission has proposed new rules aimed at strengthening the security of supply and availability of critical medicines, prioritising EU-based suppliers in public procurement. -
Climate ‘Adapting is not giving up’: How France is preparing for 4C of heating by 2100 Affordable insurance in high-risk areas, heatwave-proof housing and different work schedules are among dozens of new measures. -
Europe in Motion Misuse of funds to VAT fraud: The state of combatting fraud across the EU The European Public Prosecutor's Office had over 2,000 active fraud-related investigations by the end of 2024, with total estimated damages amounting to €24.8 billion. VAT fraud continues to be the most significant concern. -
Travel News Delayed flight? It could soon be harder for you to claim compensation from airlines Proposals to water down passenger flight delay compensation rules are being discussed in Brussels, risking Europe’s claim to having the most passenger-friendly skies in the world. -
Europe News Greenland votes amid Trump controversy over US ambitions Polls opened on Tuesday for Greenlanders to elect their 31 lawmakers who will shape policy on the strategic island in the North Atlantic. -
Tech News What is Manus AI and is it having a DeepSeek moment? A new Chinese AI platform is causing a frenzy. But is it worth the hype? Euronews Next takes a look. -
Health news More than 200 influencers illegally promoted nicotine products in France, report finds A new report from a French anti-tobacco organisation has criticised influencers’ support of nicotine-containing products online. -
France New French law aims to revive village bistros in rural life boost A new bill that would change an old licencing law has faced opposition from the left over concerns about alcohol consumption. -
Earth News ‘It’s a budget-buster’: Why Trump wants to spend €40 million a year shooting owls To save the spotted owl, Trump plans to shoot hundreds of thousands of larger owls, but Congress says it’s too expensive. -
No Comment Residential buildings hit in Ukrainian drone attack on Russia More than 70 drones targeted Moscow but were intercepted, while attacks near the Russian capital caused casualties and damage, according to local officials. -
Healthcare Which critical medicines are in short supply in the European Union? The drug shortages are the result of manufacturing problems, increased demand, and other issues. -
Europe News Hungary threatens dual nationals with expulsion in latest campaign to 'defend sovereignty' The proposed amendment of the Hungarian constitution could result in the expulsion of Hungarians who hold nationalities from other countries if the government sees them as a danger to sovereignty. -
Europe News Why does Portugal face its third snap election in three years? Prime Minister Luís Montenegro is engulfed in a political scandal over his family's business activities. He is expected to lose a confidence vote on Tuesday, paving the way for yet another national vote. -
Culture news Washington Post op-ed writer quits after paper refuses to publish piece critical of Bezos Longstanding columnist for the Washington Post, Ruth Marcus, has resigned after an article criticising Jeff Bezos wasn’t run, weeks after the owner changed editorial rules on opinion pieces. -
Europe News EU lays groundwork for building deportation centres in distant countries The new regulation on deportations represents the first tangible result of the outsourcing trend that EU leaders endorsed last year. -
Health news Microplastics may make bacteria more resistant to antibiotics, researchers say Microplastics made it more difficult for drugs to be efficient, researchers say. -
Art Beauty everywhere: Take a look at the winners of the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards The 2025 World Photography Awards has revealed the category winners and finalists for its Open competition. -
Europe News 'Constructive' Ukraine-US talks focus on sea-air ceasefire and minerals deal, reports say Peace discussions between senior Ukrainian and US officials began in Jeddah on Tuesday just as hundreds of Ukrainian drones were launched at targets in the Moscow region. -
Europe News 'Giant Russian military base': Ukraine's envoy warns of Russia's militarisation of occupied Crimea Olha Kuryshko spoke to Euronews about repression, forced deportations and the transformation of the peninsula into a Russian military base. -
No Comment Cyclone Jude hits Mozambique, posing high risk to children The arrival of Cyclone Jude in Mozambique has raised serious concerns for children, as flooding increases the risk of waterborne diseases such as cholera, diarrhea, and malaria. -
Tech News Trump administration halts US funding for two cybersecurity efforts, including for elections The Trump administration has halted funding for two cybersecurity efforts, including one for elections. -
Business Volkswagen shares rise on outlook despite 2024 profit declining Volkswagen AG concluded 2024 with lower operating results but slightly increased sales revenue. The carmaker presented its plans to navigate the challenges coming from the US and China, but they haven’t factored in tariffs for 2025. -
USA Two men stand trial in New York over alleged plot to kill Iranian journalist Prosecutors claim the suspects, allegedly members of an Eastern European crime group linked to Iran, were hired to carry out a murder on US soil in 2022. -
Culture news American playwright ak payne wins Susan Smith Blackburn Prize American playwright ak payne has won this year’s Susan Smith Blackburn Prize, an international prize that recognises women+ writing theatre in English. -
USA Pro-Palestinian activist's arrest will be 'first of many,' vows Trump Mahmoud Khalil, a former graduate student at Columbia University, is challenging efforts to deport him over his role in student protests. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 11th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news US Supreme Court revives case around ownership of Nazi-looted Pissarro painting in Spanish museum The case surrounding the ownership of a painting stolen by the Nazis from a Jewish woman has been ongoing for twenty years. -
No Comment Thousands evacuated after Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire erupts The 3,763-metre volcano southwest of Guatemala City is one of the most active in South America. -
Europe News EU 'cannot afford complacency', Hadja Lahbib says on 5th anniversary of COVID pandemic The EU "cannot afford complacency" and must ensure it is ready to face new health crises, the bloc's Crisis Preparedness Commissioner told Euronews to mark the fifth anniversary of COVID being declared a pandemic. -
Europe News Macron's defence spending plan drives open political divisions in France The French president warned of tough budget decisions ahead as the country struggles with a daunting public deficit. -
Markets European markets mixed as investor sentiment remains uncertain Euronews Business takes a look at how European and global markets are performing on Tuesday, amid escalating global tariff tensions. -
Europe News NATO's Rutte pledges 'unwavering' support for Bosnia amid rising tensions During his visit to the Bosnian capital on Monday, Mark Rutte reaffirmed NATO's support for Bosnia's territorial integrity and peace. -
Culture news Lauryn Hill and Stevie Wonder perform at Roberta Flack's 'Celebration of Life' musical memorial The incredibly moving service held at New York's Abyssinian Baptist Church featured musical performances and speeches. "Roberta Flack is legend," said a visibly moved Lauryn Hill. -
Ukraine View from Bucha: ‘Peace’ for Russia is when there are no more Ukrainians left alive Exactly three years ago, in early March 2022, satellite images showed the first mass grave of civilians in Bucha, a town in the Kyiv region. It was on the grounds of the Church of St Andrew, where now there is the Wall of Remembrance for the civilians killed by Russian troops during the occupation. -
Earth News Environmental groups warn of ‘multiple toxic hazards’ after North Sea ship crash The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is assessing what counter pollution action is needed, as people voice concern for porpoises and seabirds. -
Vatican Pope Francis has a restful night after prognosis upgraded, medics say On Tuesday, doctors announced Pope Francis was no longer in immediate danger as the 88-year-old pontiff recovers in hospital from double pneumonia. -
No Comment UK marks fifth anniversary of COVID pandemic with Day of Reflection The UK observed the COVID-19 Day of Reflection on Sunday with hundreds of local events across the country. -
Cinema Disney is cleared of copyright infringement over hit film 'Moana' After a two-week trial in federal court in Los Angeles, the eight-member jury found unanimously that Disney did not steal the concept for 2016's 'Moana' from a 2011 screenplay. -
Nutrition You’re more likely to die from these health issues if you eat a lot of ultra-processed foods In some parts of Europe, ultra-processed foods make up a large and growing part of people’s diets to the detriment of their health. -
Health news Most people around the world are now breathing polluted air, researchers warn India had six of the nine most polluted cities worldwide, a new report from a Swiss-based database found. -
Economy Japan's trade minister fails to win US assurance on tariff exemptions New 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports into the United States are set to take effect on Wednesday. -
Europe News EU Commission lists challenges to progress on women's rights, but stops short on solutions The EU Commission has just unveiled its long-term political vision to maintain its commitment to gender equality, but some argue it lacks detailed solutions to long-standing challenges. -
Art Greek lawmaker attacks ‘offensive’ paintings in Athens' National Gallery Nikolaos Papadopoulos, of the small right-wing, ultra-religious Niki party, attacked the paintings in The National Gallery - Alexandros Soutsos Museum. The exhibition includes works that caricature religious icons and themes. -
Europe News How can the EU fix medicines shortages? Radio Schuman On Tuesday the Commission will present a new proposal for a Critical Medicines Act, a priority the executive set for the outset of its mandate. -
Europe News Could Europe conscript 300,000 troops needed to deter Russia without US? As armed forces across Europe remain stretched and defence budgets constrained, could European nations reinstate compulsory military service? NATO allies are considering conscription. -
EuroVerify How Greek protests over a deadly train crash triggered a deluge of disinformation The protests have been falsely depicted as anti-migrant as part of a coordinated disinformation campaign. -
Culture news Balladyna: A classic Polish play is now being adapted by an Oscar-nominated director Polish director Jan Komasa has revealed that his interpretation of the classic school reading book will be transformed into a gothic horror film. -
Markets Wall Street tumbles over recession fears wiping billions in US tech stock valuations Wall Street tumbled amid tariff-driven recession fears in the US economy, triggering sharp selloffs in the big tech stocks, wiping out billions of euros in market valuation. -
Europe News Moscow hit by largest drone attack in three years, officials claim Russia and Ukraine traded fire ahead of crunch talks on ending Moscow's war between Ukrainian and US officials in Saudi Arabia. -
Art Caravaggio masterpieces return to Rome after centuries for landmark exhibition Caravaggio’s masterpieces make a triumphant return to Rome for Caravaggio 2025, a landmark exhibition at Palazzo Barberini that reunites 24 extraordinary works, some unseen in Italy for centuries. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 11th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News Facebook tops content removal complaints at Irish dispute body Appeals Centre Europe says Meta started implementing its non-binding decisions. -
Economy Struggling to find work? UK sees more jobseekers and fewer vacancies UK firms are reluctant to hire due to subdued growth prospects and rising labour costs, two new studies show. -
Philippines Former Philippine leader Duterte arrested on ICC warrant over drug killings The administration of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said it would cooperate if the ICC asked international police to take Duterte into custody. -
Europe News French President Macron meets Moldovan counterpart Maia Sandu for talks at the Elysee Palace Sandu warmly thanked the French President, adding Moldova was open for business, which will not just profit France but all EU member states.