Europe News Bosnia issues new nationwide arrest warrant for Milorad Dodik The warrant means that any police officer who encounters the president of the country's Serb-majority entity of the Republika Srpska must arrest him immediately. 17/03/2025
Cinema Defending tradition and language at Geneva'sHuman Rights Film Festival 'Children of Honey' highlights the struggle of the Hadzabe community to preserve its traditions and language. It was one a dozen documentary films shortlisted as part of the 'Impact Days' programme organised by the International Film Festival and Forum for Human Rights in Geneva. 17/03/2025
Europe News Cyprus leaders meet for peace talks with low hopes of breakthrough The peace talks being held in Geneva aim for reunification, but expectations in the short term are low. 17/03/2025
Europe News Georgia ex-President Mikheil Saakashvili handed second prison sentence Saakashvili was found guilty of illegal border crossing and given a second prison sentence of four and a half years on Monday, in addition to his existing sentence on charges of abuse of power and embezzlement. 17/03/2025
Europe News Brussels 'intensively' looking to start talks on EU-UK security pact High representative Kaja Kallas will travel to London this week for talks with defence officials while an EU-UK summit is to be held in mid-May. 17/03/2025
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 17th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 17/03/2025
Europe in Motion How much energy do AI-powered chatbots consume? Data centres are significant drivers of electricity demand. Almost one-third of electricity demand in Ireland could come from data centres by 2026. 17/03/2025
Scenes Watch: How football is used to empower education in India Ashok Rathod is a staunch believer in the power of education and is dedicated to raising the aspirations and academic achievements of children. 17/03/2025
Business Informal debate in European Parliament shows early industry demands for Circular Economy Act In partnership with Confindustria EU officials and industry leaders discussed the upcoming Circular Economy Act, emphasizing regulatory simplification and the need for a unified market for recycled materials. 17/03/2025
Focus Exploring the key trends shaping the future of global tourism in 2025 In this episode of Focus, we attended ITB Berlin 2025 and met tourism leaders who highlighted sustainability, technology, and new travel experiences shaping the future of global tourism. 17/03/2025
Europe News EU steps up support for Syrians but says hope is 'hanging by a thread' The bloc is pledging almost €2.5 billion in further support but says investments hinge on a 'credible' and 'inclusive' transition. 17/03/2025
Europe News 'Russia can't be trusted,' Kallas warns ahead of Trump-Putin call Vladimir Putin is "presenting demands that are ultimate goals," Kaja Kallas said on Monday in reaction to the Russian leader's pre-conditions to accept the American proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. 17/03/2025
Green News People in Finland say they are shopping less for climate reasons Most Finnish people said they had already experienced the impact of climate change in their daily lives with 62 per cent feeling that recent winters have been milder. 17/03/2025
Destinations The Leopard’s lavish filming locations that will lure you to Sicily From an iconic Baroque square in Palermo to a lavish palazzo in Catania, here are the real-life backdrops of The Leopard. 17/03/2025
Tech News Online platforms fail to assess risks in annual reports, study says Reports required under the Digital Services Act must be sent to the European Commission every year. 17/03/2025
No Comment DIY aircraft take flight at Argentina’s experimental aviation show Over 15,000 visitors flocked to Buenos Aires for South America's largest DIY aircraft event, showcasing more than 100 one-of-a-kind planes built by passionate aviation enthusiasts from around the world. 17/03/2025
The Europe Conversation Poland will not implement EU migration pact, says interior minister "Poland should be prepared for all scenarios, even the most black such as an attack by Russia, but of course this does not mean that they will come true,” said Tomasz Siemoniak, Polish Minister of Internal Affairs, speaking to Euronews. 17/03/2025
Economy To cut or not to cut? US Fed faces stubborn inflation and weak growth Faced with persistent inflation and a slowing economy, the Federal Reserve finds itself in a tight spot ahead of its interest rate decision this week. 17/03/2025
Travel News Mount Fuji hikers will have to pay €24 for all trails this summer Japan’s Yamanashi prefecture has brought in the toll to protect the UNESCO-designated environment. 17/03/2025
No Comment Baklava production doubles during Ramadan to meet sweet demand Gaziantep’s baklava factories double production during Ramadan to meet demand for the Antep pistachio-filled sweet treat. 17/03/2025
Green News Plastic pellets are washing up on UK coast after North Sea ship crash Although not toxic, nurdles present a deadly risk to wildlife if ingested. 17/03/2025
Smart Regions Innovation and digital at the service of the rural world In partnership with the European Commission How to retain local brains in a village of 7000 souls like Buncrana, Ireland? Developing innovation and digital through a technology hub close to home. 17/03/2025
No Comment Gaza families struggle for food as Israel's blockade continues Palestinians in Gaza face severe food shortages due to Israel’s blockade, forcing many to rely on charities for meals. Aid groups warn that famine risks are rising despite previous ceasefire gains. 17/03/2025
Rwanda Rwanda cuts diplomatic ties with Belgium over DRC conflict Belgium, which has voiced concern about Rwanda's support for rebels in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has said it will respond in kind. 17/03/2025
Economy OECD trims eurozone growth outlook as global trade tensions bite The OECD has lowered its eurozone GDP growth forecast to 1.0% for 2025, down from 1.3% in December, citing weak investment and rising geopolitical risks. Global growth is also revised down to 3.1% as trade disruptions weigh on sentiment. 17/03/2025
Angola DR Congo says it will engage in peace talks with M23 rebels in Angola Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi has sent a government delegation to the Angolan capital of Luanda, while M23 also confirmed its participation. 17/03/2025
No Comment Jerusalem holds Purim parade with yellow ribbon symbolising hostages The Purim parade in Jerusalem on Sunday featured the Israeli police band and a yellow ribbon, symbolising hostages held in Gaza amid ongoing conflict. 17/03/2025
Culture news Malta’s Eurovision entry rewrites song after 'C-word' controversy Originally titled 'Kant' (the Maltese word for "singing"), the track caused a stir due to its phoenetic resemblance to a certain four-letter word in the English language. 17/03/2025
United Arab Emirates Telegram's CEO Durov returns to Dubai amid French criminal probe Pavel Durov, the Russian-born founder of the messaging app Telegram, has been temporarily allowed to leave France despite being under investigation. 17/03/2025
The Europe Conversation Morawiecki: No word that comes from the Kremlin should be trusted Former Polish Prime Minister, Mateusz Morawiecki, points out in an interview with Euronews that the Russians have been able to break all the treaties they have concluded in the past. Therefore - says the politician - all agreements concluded with Russia must be supported by real force. 17/03/2025