12 March 2025 | Euronews
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Europe News Polish prime minister urges Turkey to play key role in Ukrainian peace process The leaders of Turkey and Poland met in Ankara to discuss strengthening ties during Warsaw's presidency of the European Council and regional issues, including Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine. -
Europe News Additional EUFOR peacekeeper troops arrive in Bosnia amid rising tensions The EU announced plans to send peacekeepers to Bosnia after the nation's top court suspended laws adopted by its ethnic-Serb majority regional entity. -
Europe News Portuguese parties want fresh elections as soon as possible Party leaders advocate for snap elections, which may occur on either 11 or 18 May. President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, who is convening the Council of State tomorrow, will make the decision. -
Canada Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on US goods as Trump's 25% tariffs come into effect Canada's new tariffs are in addition to its 25% counter tariffs on $30 billion Canadian of imports from the US that were put in place on 4 March in response to other Trump import taxes that he’s partially delayed by a month. -
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Netherlands Philippines' ex-President Rodrigo Duterte flown to the Hague on ICC charges The Hague-based court has been investigating the mass killings linked to Duterte's so-called war on drugs. -
Economy US stocks rally as inflation cools and euro holds four-month highs US stocks rallied as February’s inflation data came in lower than expected, boosting hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts later this year. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, while the Nasdaq 100 jumped 1.5%. Meanwhile, the euro held at a four-month high. -
Ukraine Will Russia agree to Washington's 30-day ceasefire proposal? Ukraine agreed to a month-long ceasefire only if Russia abides by it, Kyiv said. Although Moscow's stance on the proposal is rather unclear, the Kremlin's demands have always been known. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 12th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy US inflation cools despite Trump trade war threatening price lifts Price pressures eased more than expected in February, a relief for US consumers concerned about looming tariff effects. -
Europe News European Parliament sidelined from new 'rearm Europe’ plan Some MEPs deplored the Commission's use of Article 122 of the Treaty to avoid a vote on the newly proposed €150 billion instrument for defence funding. Others are less concerned. -
Tech News Spain could fine AI companies up to €35 million in fines for mislabelling content Spain’s council of ministers approved a draft law that would fine AI companies up to €35 million for not correctly labelling their content. -
Europe News European Parliament mulls seizure of Russian assets to help Ukraine The total amount of frozen money is more than the entire aid provided to Ukraine by the EU over the three- year war. But taking it is not without risk. -
My Wildest Prediction The next Microsoft will be started by a 17-year-old girl, Tara Chklovski says Can young women revolutionise the world of tech? According to Tara Chklovski, CEO of Technovation, the answer is yes - it’s simply a matter of providing them with the same funding and networking opportunities as men. -
Earth News What is climate whiplash? New report reveals dangers of flooding and drought in European cities Researchers have found that 90 per cent of all climate disasters are driven by too much or too little water. -
Syria Investigating massacres in Syria: A step towards justice or a way to avoid sanctions? As pressure mounts on Ahmed al-Sharaa’s government following massacres over the weekend, Syrian authorities announce the formation of a national investigation committee. However, the international community remains sceptical about its independence. -
Moments Solo travel: How to avoid paying a ‘singles tax’ and pick the perfect destination Solo travellers can find themselves paying over €2,000 more for their holiday package, but more travel agents are now catering for single adventurers. -
Europe News Austria to temporarily halt family reunification for migrants Vienna's three-party coalition announced their aim on Wednesday to prevent close relatives of asylum seekers from joining them in the country. -
No Comment Flooding in southern Ecuador collapses bridge, damages buildings Heavy rains in southern Ecuador caused the Malacatos and Zamora rivers to overflow, damaging buildings and collapsing a bridge. -
Europe News Bosnia's state-level prosecutors issue arrest warrant for Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik Bosnia's state-level prosecutors issued arrest warrants for the entity of the Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik and two other officials, accusing them of anti-constitutional conduct. -
Business AirBaltic CEO lauds new Starlink installation despite Musk controversy The Latvian firm is the first European airline to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi powered by Elon Musk’s Starlink. -
Europe News Tariffs: EU hits Trump-voting US states In its response to the US tariffs on steel and aluminium, the EU is aiming to be 'smart' and hit US Republican-leaning states. -
Culture news Comedian Bill Burr describes Elon Musk as ‘evidently a Nazi’ as 'Tesla takedown' protests continue Bill Burr has slammed the "guy with dyed hair plugs and a laminated face" and also criticised US liberal attitudes. "Why are we so afraid of this guy who can’t fight his way out of a wet paper bag?” -
Earth News Climate change could reduce the number of satellites that can safely orbit Earth, study finds A new study says space may become more littered with debris as climate change lessens nature's way of cleaning it up -
Health news Breast cancer death rates across Europe are expected to drop in 2025. How do countries compare? Breast cancer death rates are expected to drop across European countries, here’s a look at how different women’s age groups compare. -
Travel News This pretty seaside town in Sicily is offering €1 holidays - what’s the catch? Siculiana is offering a handful of lucky travellers an all-expenses paid escape - all they have to fork out for is Sicily’s €1 tourist tax. -
Markets European stocks rise as Ukraine ceasefire talks boost market sentiment Euronews Business takes a look at how European and global markets are performing on Wednesday, amid escalating trade tensions and talks on Ukraine. -
Culture news Is the $10bn Spotify gave artists last year enough to silence its critics? Spotify paid out more money into the music industry last year than any other retailer in history. -
Business Porsche shares fall as company warns of lower sales Porsche has also announced that it will be cutting almost 4,000 jobs as part of a wider reorganising effort, as the company attempts to become more efficient in the medium and long term. -
Europe News Polish president asks NATO leaders to increase military spending “There is no strong Europe without the USA and NATO, just as there is no strong NATO without a committed Europe,” Andrzej Duda wrote in a letter sent to all heads of government and countries of NATO members on Wednesday. -
Yemen Houthis threaten Israeli ships as tensions escalate over Gaza aid blockade Yemen's Houthi rebels, seeking to halt Israel's attacks on the Gaza Strip, have repeatedly targeted vessels in the Red Sea. -
No Comment Russian attacks hit Ukrainian cities of Sumy, Dnipro and Kryvyi Rih Russian forces launched strikes on multiple Ukrainian cities, damaging homes and infrastructure. One person was killed, and 15 were wounded as residents began clearing the devastation. -
Voices from Central Asia Meet Serik Akshulakov, Kazakhstan’s pioneer in Neurosurgery In this episode of Voices From Central Asia, we meet Dr Serik Akshulakov, a neurosurgeon whose work is transforming healthcare and advancing medical innovation in Kazakhstan. -
Europeans' Stories Bridge to Sicily: a strategic project for Italy and Europe or a waste of resources? Construction of the bridge across the Strait of Messina will start this year, assures the Italian government. This mammoth undertaking that aims to link the island of Sicily to the region of Calabria is one of the most expensive and controversial infrastructure projects worldwide. -
Ukraine US arms shipped to Ukraine again as Kremlin mulls ceasefire proposal Washington announced it would resume sending military supplies to Ukraine following talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. -
Europe in Motion Which European country's small business owners are the hardest working? The majority of Italians and French rarely skip their lunch break, while many British entrepreneurs sacrifice their self-care for business. -
Business Rheinmetall sees profit jump as Europe prepares for military splurge Germany’s Rheinmetall announces a 38% jump in net profit in 2024 and predicts a sales boost as Europe increases military capacity. -
Tech News Lawmakers to scrutinise AI influence on finance, copyright The reports come as the financial sector and publishers have been calling for clarity on how the AI Act applies to their industries. -
Europe News Cargo ship captain arrested for manslaughter after North Sea collision It emerged that the ship had failed several safety checks last year. One sailor from the vessel is missing and presumed dead. -
Angola Angola to mediate peace talks between DR Congo and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels This marks a shift from previous Angola-led peace talks, which excluded M23 and instead focused on Rwanda’s role in the conflict. -
From Tashkent to Berlin: how Uzbekistan is unlocking global job opportunities In September 2024, during the official visit of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to Samarkand, an intergovernmental agreement between Germany and Uzbekistan was signed to establish a comprehensive partnership in the field of migration and mobility. -
EU Decoded Will new legally binding targets turn the fight against waste around? Every year, millions of tonnes of food and textile waste are generated in the EU. The mantra of reduce, reuse and recycle to promote the circular economy does not seem to be enough to drive change. -
Art Why a British owner refuses to return a stolen Renaissance painting Italian art lovers want the return of a stolen Renaissance painting but its English owner is refusing. -
Slovenia Swedish Pirate Bay backer Carl Lundström dies in Slovenia plane crash Reports indicate Lundström — one of the main primary financiers of website The Pirate Bay — died in an incident involving his own private aeroplane. -
No Comment Heir to throne, ref on field: William's day on football pitch In a move to boost diversity in football, Prince William took to the field — not to play, but to learn the role of a referee during a training session. -
Europe News EU's top court annuls Roberta Metsola's fine against former Liberal MEP over harassment allegations The General Court has annulled the finding of harassment and the subsequent fine of €3,380 imposed on former Liberal MEP Monica Semedo by the European Parliament's President Roberta Metsola in 2023. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 12th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Argentina Argentinian court begins trial of seven healthcare professionals over Maradona's death Football legend Diego Maradona’s former healthcare team has been brought to trial in Argentina for alleged homicide by negligence, facing up to 25 years in prison following his death at age 60 in 2020. -
Business Big Tech and Trump: What happens when business and politics mix? While big tech firms in the US have made efforts to improve relationships with the Trump administration, political controversies can spell danger for businesses. -
Cinema Karla Sofía Gascón receives Spanish Actors and Actresses Union award: ‘I am a woman like any other' Karla Sofía Gascón received the award from the Union of Actors and Actresses of Spain for best actress in an international production. During the ceremony, she addressed the tweet scandal that tanked 'Emilia Perez's Oscar chances: "I am a woman like any other, sometimes a bit of an idiot." -
Europe News Trump's trade war: What could be the consequences for French economy? French industries, including drinks such as wines and spirits, and pharmaceuticals, are the most at risk if the US president enacts the tariffs. -
Health news Measles cases expected to grow in coming months, European health authorities warn Romania is experiencing the largest measles outbreak, but all countries have reported cases. -
Tech News Donald Trump says a TikTok deal is in the works. Here's where things stand with the ban A US law is forcing TikTok's Chinese-owned parent company ByteDance to divest from the platform or face a ban. -
Culture news Harry Potter actress joins OnlyFans to 'get out of debt' Jessie Cave is starting a non-sexual in nature OnlyFans account. She isn’t the first person in the entertainment industry to have turned to the social media platform for extra income... -
No Comment Laughter and samba: Carnival comes to Rio’s little patients Clowns and musicians turned a Rio hospital into a carnival celebration, bringing music, dance, and laughter to children, parents, and medical staff on the pediatric ward. -
Business Sweden’s Northvolt files for bankruptcy in blow to Europe’s battery sector Northvolt said it had faced “significant internal challenges in its ramp-up of production”. -
Culture news How Rebecca Black reinvented herself as a camp pop icon As 'Friday' singer Rebecca Black is announced as the support act on Katy Perry's upcoming Lifetimes Tour, we look at the surprising career trajectory of the much-derided child star. -
USA Trump hopes to speak to Putin after US and Ukraine agree 30-day ceasefire US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said "the ball is (Moscow's) court" as talks in Saudi Arabia between Ukraine and the US concluded with an immediate 30-day ceasefire proposal. -
Europe News French Europe minister touts nuclear shield share - Radio Schuman Radio Schuman features an interview with France's Europe Minister Benjamin Haddad, who discussed the country's nuclear deterrent and how it could be used for the benefit of the EU more broadly. -
Tech News Industry flags 'serious concerns' with latest draft of EU AI code of practice Feedback on draft possible up to 30 March, before the final Code of Practice on General-Purpose AI is set to come out in May. -
Europe News Centre-right Demokraatit Party comes out on top in Greenland elections Both the Democrats and the second place Naleraq party favour independence from Denmark, but at different paces. -
Europe News EU strikes back against US steel and aluminium tariffs with retaliatory package European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen announced a response to new US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, unveiling a package of countermeasures aimed at US exports. -
EuroVerify No, Trump has not banned Spanish in the US Some claim that speaking Spanish in the US will earn you a fine or even a prison sentence, as part of a measure known as 'La Ley del Silencio Hispanico', or 'The Law of Hispanic Silence'. -
Ukraine Ukraine agrees to US-proposed immediate one-month ceasefire following Saudi Arabia talks Kyiv has reiterated that it is ready to take such a step only if Russia adheres to the ceasefire terms in the same way. -
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