23 April 2025 | Euronews
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Earth News ‘Fishing in the dark’: Spain accused of turning a blind eye to illegal fishing in West Africa NGOs claim Spanish authorities are turning a blind eye to their fleets' activities in Senegal and Guinea Bissau. -
Europe News Traces of 'forever chemical' found in European wines, new study reveals PFAS are called 'forever chemicals' because they don't naturally break down in the environment. -
Jordan Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood in move that threatens largest opposition party Jordan is a close Western ally that has long been seen as a bastion of stability in the often volatile Middle East. -
India Protests erupt in cities across India after at least 26 killed in Kashmir shooting While senior ministers and Indian officials have not yet provided details of the attack a large section of Indian media blamed Pakistan without citing evidence. -
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Europe News Macron visits Madagascar in first visit by French leader to former colony in 20 years Macron met with Madagascan President Andry Rajoelina and the two leaders signed a range of agreements covering energy, agriculture and education. -
Europe News Zelenskyy hits back at Trump's claims he is prolonging war by not ceding land to Russia Earlier on Wednesday, Trump lashed out at Zelenskyy, saying the Ukrainian leader is prolonging the 'killing field' after he pushed back on ceding Crimea to Russia as part of a potential peace plan. -
Europe News Belgian teenagers found with 5,000 ants to be sentenced by Kenyan court in two weeks The two men had entered Kenya on a tourist visa and were staying in a guest house in the western town of Naivasha. Their lawyer said that her clients did not know what they were doing was illegal. -
Health news EU holds firm on pharma reform proposal despite industry pressure The European Commission has no plans to withdraw or revise its proposed overhaul of EU pharmaceutical rules, despite mounting pressure from the pharmaceutical industry concerned about potential tariffs and the sector’s competitiveness. -
Culture news Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial opens in New York court Weinstein's retrial is playing out at a different cultural moment than the first, which happened during the height of the #MeToo movement. -
Europe News Brussels rejects Russian recognition of Crimea and sanctions relief included in leaked US proposal Disagreements between Brussels and Washington continue to deepen amid growing US pressure to strike a deal to end Russia's war on Ukraine. -
No Comment Pope Francis lies in state as Vatican begins 3 days of public mourning The bells of St Peter’s tolled on Wednesday as Pope Francis’ body was transferred to St Peter’s Basilica, beginning three days of public mourning. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 23rd – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Italy Italy rolls out major security plan for funeral of Pope Francis Thousands of followers including religious and political leaders from across the world are expected to attend the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday. -
Cult Classic Violin Olympus: The world’s finest young violinists compete for glory in Dubai A dozen of the world’s finest violinists are locked in a fierce bow against bow battle to become the first-ever winner of the Classic Violin Olympus in Dubai. -
Tech News EU Commission withdrew patent file to push for agreement, says industry chief In its 2025 work program, the European Commission announced it will scrap rules on Standard Essential Patents. -
Europe in Motion What is the European public's attitude towards irregular migrants' rights? British respondents showed the least support for policies on healthcare, social welfare, labour protections and regularisation, while Italians are more positive about granting rights to irregular migrants. -
France Macron's office denies reports of another snap election in France French President Emmanuel Macron's popularity at home has improved dramatically in recent weeks. -
Europe News Kazakhstan’s top judge courts closer EU ties amid push for legal reforms The Constitutional Court is one of Kazakhstan’s legal institutions supporting a modernising agenda through which the central Asian state is seeking to deepen ties with the EU, the chair of the court told Euronews on a recent visit to Strasbourg. -
Business Boeing sees losses narrow, shares soar as jet deliveries increase Despite Boeing’s strong performance in the first quarter of the year, concerns such as quality control and safety issues, as well as escalating global tariff tensions linger. -
Poland Poland's top diplomat decries Russia's war in Ukraine: 'Don't you have enough land?' In a wide-ranging speech to the lower house of the Polish parliament, Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski crticised Russia's "fantasies of dominance". -
Vatican Pope Francis' funeral fitting for a pontiff 'but not a king' as mourners say their 'final goodbye' Vatican officials said preparations are under way for Saturday's funeral, which is expected to draw religious and political leaders from around the world, as well as thousands of Catholic faithful. -
Culture news The pope who loved football: How Francis brought the beautiful game to the Vatican Pope Francis had a lifelong passion for football, from supporting San Lorenzo and organising peace-promoting matches to inviting legends like Messi and Maradona to the Vatican. -
Destinations How Europe’s great spa towns are shoring themselves up against the threat of climate change Rising temperatures, flooding and drought could soon threaten the natural springs that have created Europe’s famed spa towns. -
Culture news Set of first editions of Shakespeare's plays could fetch more than €5 million at auction Today is The Bard's 461st birthday and Sotheby's auction house has announced the sale of a set of First, Second, Third and Fourth Folios. -
Business Volvo Group posts lower sales and declining profits as tariff uncertainty hits The Swedish truck maker’s first-quarter earnings declined sharply due to its sales falling in all regions and in almost all segments, as increased uncertainty surrounding tariffs and their effect on global trade persists. -
No Comment Israeli airstrike on Gaza school shelter kills 23, including children An Israeli airstrike on a school sheltering displaced people in Gaza City killed 23 people early Wednesday, according to local health officials. -
My Wildest Prediction Some 90% of the global population will live in cities by 2080, urbanist Greg Clark says According to global urbanist Greg Clark, 55 years from now, the world’s population will have peaked, and nearly all of it will be living in cities. But what challenges will this bring? And what are the possible solutions? -
Europe News MEPs oppose Commission's overhaul of EU budget after 2027 Members of the European Parliament called for a budget of more than 1% of the EU's GDP and rejected the Commission's idea of single national plans under the EU's next long-term budget (2028-34). -
Earth News UK government to ban use of ‘slave labour’ solar panels by new state-owned energy company Campaigners have warned that Chinese slave labour is widespread throughout the renewables sector. -
Europe News Ceasefire in Ukraine: High-level talks in London downgraded as Rubio skips meeting The leadership in Washington is said to have been angered by Ukraine’s refusal to cede territory to Russia, as Kyiv reiterated once again that there are no peace talks before a complete ceasefire. -
Culture news Freddie Mercury's sister spent £3million buying back brother's possessions Kashmira Bulsara spent a fortune on the biggest auction of the Queen star's belongings. -
No Comment Extinction Rebellion stages Earth Day protest outside Tesla showroom Climate activists held a demonstration outside a Tesla dealership in Manhattan on Earth Day, criticising Elon Musk and his involvement in the recently formed Department of Government Efficiency in the US. -
World News Israeli strike kills at least 23 as mediators seek lasting Gaza truce The Gaza Civil Defence, a first responders' body that operates under the Hamas-run government, also said it recovered another four bodies from strikes on two homes in the same area. -
EuroVerify Fake claims about Pope Francis went viral while he was still in hospital EuroVerify takes a look at online disinformation which emerged during the late Pope Francis' time in hospital. -
The Exchange The power of early education helps children thrive into adulthood In a world where access to quality education is often unequal, elementary level education emerges as a fundamental human right. It provides children with the skills and confidence needed to thrive. -
Europeans' Stories Should irregular migrants be deported to return hubs outside the EU? Europe has proposed a controversial draft regulation on EU returns that presents return hubs outside the EU as innovative measures to reduce irregular migration. Does externalising the management of illegal migrants comply with EU human rights standards? -
East-West Connect Why European investors are flocking to Kazakhstan Foreign investment in Central Asia is surging as European companies seek alternatives to Russia. Kazakhstan leads the region, attracting billions, but where is the money coming from—and how is it shaping the economy? -
Europe News Papal exit offers rare diplomatic chance for global peace With global tensions running high and world leaders gather en masse to pay their respects, Pope Francis’ funeral is shaping up to be one of the most significant international summits of the year. -
Cinema ‘Conclave’ viewership soars after Pope’s death – How accurate is the Oscar-winning film? Edward Berger's Oscar-winning film 'Conclave' has re-entered the cultural conversation following Pope Francis' death. The 2024 film feels prescient considering the upcoming conclave – something mirrored in viewership numbers. But how accurate is the film? Here’s everything you need to know. -
Culture news Former child actress Sophie Nyweide dies aged 24 “Sophie. A life ended too soon. May it not be in vain," reads the obituary for the young actress, who starred in 'Noah' and the Berlinale-premiering film 'Mammoth'. -
Nature More than 80% of the world's coral reefs hit by worst bleaching event in recorded history Scientists warn that this could be "something that's completely changing the face of our planet". -
India Indian authorities hunt Kashmir shooters as Modi cuts Saudi trip short There is still no indication of who carried out one of the worst recent attacks to hit the restive disputed region. -
Europe News Pope Francis urged humanity to end indifference towards migrants throughout his papacy Pope Francis, who himself came from a family of immigrants, has consistently urged for humane treatment of migrants. -
Vatican Trump and Zelenskyy among world leaders planning to attend Pope Francis' funeral US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy are among the various world leaders who will attend the funeral in Rome on Saturday. -
USA US judge slams Trump administration for 'bad faith' in deportation case Kilmar Abrego Garcia is still being held in El Salvador despite the US government's admission that he was deported due to an 'administrative error'. -
Turkey Istanbul shaken by magnitude 6.2 earthquake, more than 150 people injured The incident, which started at 12:49 pm local time during a public holiday when many children were out of school and celebrating in the streets, caused widespread panic in Istanbul, which is on tenterhooks due to the looming threat of a major earthquake. -
Europe News How Pope Francis' body is being preserved for his last farewell at St Peter's Basilica The pointiff's body has undergone a tightly regulated preservative procedure to allow for a final public display. -
Health news Hundreds of Gaza's kidney failure patients die from lack of dialysis in blockaded territory Officials in the territory say over 40 per cent of kidney failure patients - more than 400 - have died during the war. -
Europe News EU fines Apple and Meta under digital rules amid trade spat In the midst of a trade war with the US, the European Commission imposed two fines on the digital giants and closed two cases against them which fell under its digital regulation. -
Europe News Romanian Catholics mourn Pope Francis with special mass and prayers Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88, and services in his honour have been held by Catholics worldwide including those in Romania. -
Ukraine Russian drone attacks kill nine in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region In the Ukrainian town of Marhanets, a bus was targeted by a Russian drone. Russia also launched an overnight attack on Kharkiv, Kherson, Poltava and Odesa. -
Culture news 'Turner's spirit of innovation is still alive': Shortlisted artists announced for 2025 Turner Prize From huge paintings to complex installations, this year's shortlisted artists for the Turner Prize embrace the 250-year-old artist's ambition. -
USA Federal judge blocks Trump administration from dismantling Voice of America The administration of US President Donald Trump has been ordered to restore all Voice of America (VOA) staff and contractors to their jobs. -
Europe News Merz to Europe: There's a new sheriff in town - Analysis While Germany's chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz is already plagued by criticism and sinking poll numbers at home, his EU partners are eagerly awaiting him on the Brussels scene. They expect him to replace the dullness of his predecessor with strong leadership - and Merz is willing to deliver. -
Economy Eurozone economy stalls in April as tariffs rattle services activity Eurozone economy stagnates in April as trade tensions drag services sector into contraction. PMI data show Germany's resilience in manufacturing, while France's downturn deepens. Easing inflation pressures may support ECB rate cuts -
Economy Donald Trump says he has 'no intention of firing' Fed chair Jerome Powell The US President confirmed that he has no plans to fire the Chairman of the Federal Reserve Jerome Powell. It follows his previous statement about wishing to terminate Powell's mandate, which caused market turmoil. -
No Comment Venezuelan families rally against El Salvador’s migrant-prisoner swap proposal Relatives of Venezuelans imprisoned in El Salvador held a protest outside the UN offices in Caracas on Tuesday, denouncing what they called “kidnappings” by Salvadoran authorities. -
Art Ibrahim Mahama wraps Kunsthalle Bern in jute ahead of June reopening At the end of April, Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama will wrap Kunsthalle Bern in jute sacks, revisiting a 1968 intervention by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. -
Business All eyes on EVs as carmakers eye competition at Auto Shanghai 2025 Global car companies as BMW, Volkswagen and General Motors are attempting to retain their market share in China as tariffs and rising Chinese competition threaten sales. -
Vatican Tens of thousands gather as Pope Francis lies in state at St Peter's Basilica Follow our live feed as the faithful pay their respects to the late pontiff of the Catholic Church at the heart of Vatican City. -
Business Musk vows to step back from DOGE job and put more time into Tesla Elon Musk says he’ll be spending less time in Washington slashing government costs and more time running Tesla after his electric vehicle company reported a big drop in profits. -
Art Zimbabwean artists to take on Cecil Rhodes’ colonial legacy in bold Oxford exhibition Zimbabwean sculptures confronting British colonialism will go on display at Oxford’s Oriel College, with Wallace Mkanka’s 'Blindfold Justice' named overall winner of the competition. -
Health news European countries are falling short on fight against HIV, TB and STIs, health authorities warn Many European countries are off track to meet official goals on HIV, TB, hepatitis, and STIs, a new report shows. -
Economy Markets rebound as Trump signals cutting China tariffs 'substantially' Global stock markets experienced a relief rally after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that high tariffs were not sustainable, raising hopes for a de-escalation in the US–China trade war. President Trump confirmed the stance and signalled that tariffs on China would be cut. -
Tech News These smartglasses use AI to help blind people navigate the world unaided. This is how they work The developers say current devices are a barrier to blind people using them, and they wanted to create a system where the user is indistinguishable from fully sighted people. -
Design Multi-million Frank Lloyd Wright lamp to be auctioned The lamp could be the most expensive ever sold from the legendary designer. -
Europe News Is it the end for family reunification in Europe? | Radio Schuman More and more EU countries are tightening their policies on family reunification, a fundamental right for refugees. Why do countries want to end it, and what does this mean for people fleeing to the EU? -
Europe News Winners and losers: The long game of US-EU trade conflicts The current trade war between the US and the EU is nothing new. Five major disputes have pitted the two economic powers against one another. So how did they turn out? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 23rd – Morning 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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Europe News Critical raw materials set to be a key lever in global trade war As global trade tensions intensify, the increasing demand for elements from the lesser known corners of the periodic table is making them an increasingly important piece on the new geopolitical chess board. -
Business Tesla earnings decline as anti-Elon Musk sentiment hampers sales Tesla’s first-quarter automotive revenue dropped 20% year-on-year due to reduced deliveries affected by anti-Musk sentiment, factory retooling, and seasonal factors. The company also faces supply chain and cost challenges linked to the US–China trade war. -
Europe News Cardinal Parolin leads rosary prayer in memory of Pope Francis at St Mary Major The papal basilica is where the late pontiff will be buried after his funeral on Saturday. -
Italy Death of Pope Francis: The pontiff and Emmanuel Macron, a complex relationship Although he had visited France three times, Pope Francis had never granted an official state visit to Paris. -
Europe News Vatican prepares for Pope Francis' funeral at Rome's Basilica of St Mary Major Last November, Pope Francis reformed the rites to be used for his funeral, simplifying them to emphasise his role as a mere bishop and allowing for burial outside the Vatican.