2025-03-11

Europe News

'Waste of money': Former Italian PM Conte 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

11/03/2025

Europe News

Portugal's government falls after failed confidence vote

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.

11/03/2025

USA

Trump plans to double 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.

11/03/2025

Europe News

Romanian constitutional court rejects Calin Georgescu's candidacy

Romania's top court upheld the electoral committee's earlier rejection of 'TikTok Messiah" Georgescu's candidacy, causing demonstrations in Bucharest on Tuesday evening.

11/03/2025

Syria

Syrian ethnic tensions erupt, 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.

11/03/2025

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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.

11/03/2025

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.

11/03/2025

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.

11/03/2025

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.

11/03/2025

Climate

Here’s how France is preparing for 4C of global heating by 2100

Affordable insurance in high-risk areas, heatwave-proof housing and different work schedules are among dozens of new measures.

11/03/2025

Europe in Motion

How is fraud across the EU being tackled?

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.

11/03/2025

Travel News

Why airlines want to pay you less for flight disruptions

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.

11/03/2025

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.

11/03/2025

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.

11/03/2025

Health news

Over 200 influencers illegally promoted nicotine products in France

A new report from a French anti-tobacco organisation has criticised influencers’ support of nicotine-containing products online.

11/03/2025

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.

11/03/2025

Travel News

Which airlines offer combined rail tickets and how do they work?

Booking a train ticket through your airline can take all the hassle out of onward travel, and will ensure you’re protected when things don’t go to plan.

11/03/2025

Green News

A billion dollar bloodbath: Congress fights Trumps’ owl killing plan

To save the spotted owl, Trump plans to shoot hundreds of thousands of larger owls, but Congress says it’s too expensive.

11/03/2025

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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.

11/03/2025

Healthcare

Which critical medicines are in short supply in the EU?

The drug shortages are the result of manufacturing problems, increased demand, and other issues.

11/03/2025

Europe News

Hungary threatens to expel dual nationals in 'defend sovereignty' push

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.

11/03/2025

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.

11/03/2025

Culture news

Washington Post journalist quits as Bezos critical piece spiked

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.

11/03/2025

Europe News

EU lays groundwork for 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.

11/03/2025

Health news

Microplastics may make bacteria more resistant to antibiotics

Microplastics made it more difficult for drugs to be efficient, researchers say.

11/03/2025

Art

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.

11/03/2025

Europe News

Ukraine-US talks in Saudi Arabia focus on ceasefire and minerals deal

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.

11/03/2025

Europe News

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.

11/03/2025

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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.

11/03/2025

Tech News

Trump administration halts US funding for two cybersecurity efforts

The Trump administration has halted funding for two cybersecurity efforts, including one for elections.

11/03/2025