2025-04-03

Germany

Four foreign activists face deportation after Berlin university sit-in

Two Irish and one Polish national, and a US citizen, have appealed against an order asking them to leave Germany over their participation in a pro-Palestinian university protest.

03/04/2025

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Survivor rescued after 125 hours beneath rubble in Myanmar earthquake

After being trapped for days in the rubble of the Golden Country Hotel, a survivor was rescued by Chinese rescuers in Mandalay City following Myanmar's deadly earthquake.

03/04/2025

Culture news

Should we stop platforming Russian culture?

United24 has launched a campaign to stop Ukrainian ally nations from enjoying Russian culture, from its classical literature to theatre and cinema.

03/04/2025

Economy

What to know about President Donald Trump's vast array of tariffs

President Donald Trump followed through on his tariff threats by declaring on Wednesday a 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries and higher tariff rates on dozens of nations that run trade surpluses with the US.

03/04/2025

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Haiti protests turn violent as gunmen open fire on police

A protest over escalating gang violence in Port-au-Prince turned into chaos when armed individuals fired at police, intensifying concerns over Haiti’s growing instability.

03/04/2025

Markets

Dow and S&P drop as Trump's tariffs spark trade chaos on Wall Street

Financial markets around the world are reeling Thursday following President Donald Trump’s latest and most severe volley of tariffs, and the US stock market may be taking the worst of it.

03/04/2025

World News

Inhabited by penguins: Trump's tariffs hit remote targets

US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs extend to some uninhabitated islands that have no trade and are home only to wildlife.

03/04/2025

Art

London exhibition reveals artefacts discovered along the River Thames

A new exhibition at the Museum of London Docklands showcases over 350 historic items discovered by mudlarks along the River Thames.

03/04/2025

Myanmar

Myanmar earthquake death toll passes 3,000 with hundreds still missing

The leader of Myanmar's ruling military junta, Min Aung Hlaing, is due to travel to Bangkok on Thursday for a regional summit.

03/04/2025

Turkey

Eleven detained in Turkey in boycott call investigation

The Istanbul Prosecutor's Office is investigating protesters who called for a shopping boycott, accusing them of 'hate and discrimination' and 'inciting the public to hatred and hostility'.

03/04/2025

Lifestyle

Why are Hunger Games fans furious about this fashion collaboration?

Sometimes, reality truly is the best satire. 'The Hunger Games' fans have been left outraged after this recent merchandise release... Here’s why.

03/04/2025

Europe News

Seven dead after migrant boat capsizes near Greek island of Lesbos

Greece is one of the main entry points into the EU for people fleeing conflict and poverty in the Middle East, Africa and Asia, with many making the short but treacherous journey from Turkey to Greek islands in inflatable dinghies.

03/04/2025

Europe News

US will stay in NATO, but it must be 'stronger', Marco Rubio says

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reassured allies that Donald Trump is not anti-NATO and that the country will remain in the alliance, but he's also asking his counterparts to make sacrifices and raise defence spending to 5%.

03/04/2025

Economy

Here's why President Trump's tariffs could benefit European consumers

President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping reciprocal tariffs, which were far steeper than many had anticipated, has sparked a global outcry. What do they mean for European consumers?

03/04/2025

Culture news

150 warriors unearthed in unprecedented Roman mass grave in Vienna

Archaeologists in Vienna have uncovered an incredibly rare Roman-era mass grave, possibly linked to Emperor Domitian’s Danubian campaigns.

03/04/2025

Mobility

China's Concorde: What we know about new jet sparking supersonic race

Chinese media reported that the C949 would have a 50 per cent range boost over the retired Concorde and fly with a noise level like a blowing hairdryer.

03/04/2025

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Keukenhof Gardens become the ultimate spring social media hotspot

As tulips bloom in vibrant hues at Keukenhof Gardens, social media influencers flock to capture the perfect shot, while farmers work to protect their precious fields.

03/04/2025

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Latest news bulletin | April 3rd – Midday

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

03/04/2025

Economy

Inflation eases in Turkey although Trump tariffs pose economic risks

Turkey's inflation rate slowed more than expected in March, although domestic political turmoil and Trump tariffs pose risks to price pressures.

03/04/2025

Hungary

Hungary confirms it will leave ICC as Netanyahu visits Budapest

Hungary would be the third country to withdraw from the Rome Statute, following Burundi and the Philippines.

03/04/2025

Art

Why has the Paris Metro banned a David Hockney exhibition poster?

Promotional material for the upcoming David Hockney exhibition in Paris has been banned because the artist is seen with a cigarette. Hockney described the situation as “complete madness”.

03/04/2025

Europe News

Trump targets EU law, but it's not up for negotiation, says lead MEP

The chair of the European Parliament's trade committee said the American President has European legislation in his sights more than tariffs imposed by Europeans. The MEP is clear: European law is non-negotiable.

03/04/2025

Travel News

The EU is giving away 36,000 train passes to young people

All you need to do is answer six questions and you might be in with a chance of a month-long free rail pass.

03/04/2025

Costa Rica

Costa Rica's former leader Óscar Arias says US revoked his visa

The 84-year-old, who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1987, recently criticised US President Donald Trump, comparing him to a Roman emperor.

03/04/2025

Culture news

NaNoWriMo closes: How scandals rocked a novel writing community

Child grooming accusations, AI controversies, and financial difficulties: how scandal after scandal led to the downfall of an online novel writing community.

03/04/2025

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All-civilian crew orbits Earth from pole to pole in SpaceX mission

The mission is expected to last between three and five days, with the crew orbiting Earth multiple times from the north to the south pole at an altitude of around 450 km.

03/04/2025

Markets

Trump tariff shock rattles markets as investors fear global trade war

Global markets sank as Trump imposed sweeping new tariffs on top US trade partners, sparking fears of retaliatory moves and a global slowdown. Stocks tumbled, bonds rallied, the euro hit a six-month high, and oil prices slumped.

03/04/2025

Europe News

NATO allies brace for more harsh truths from US' Marco Rubio

NATO allies are preparing for the US to scale back in Europe, diplomats tell Euronews on the eve of a NATO ministerial meeting, but there are concerns about how they might find out.

03/04/2025

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Samarkand gears up to host first-ever EU-Central Asia Summit

A first-time summit in Samarkand brings together leaders from the EU and Central Asia to discuss strengthening cooperation, regional stability, and deeper economic and political ties.

03/04/2025

Tech News

TikTok is almost out of time in the US. What’s likely to happen next?

TikTok’s imminent future in the US still hangs in the balance. Besides a potential new owner, this is what may happen after the April 5 deadline elapses.

03/04/2025