2025-05-09

Europe News

Swiss president hopes 'Holy Spirit' will guide US-China tariff talks

The Swiss government said its talks with Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer were “convivial and constructive” and were aimed to lay out the guidelines for a deal on the issue of customs duties to be discussed again in coming weeks.

09/05/2025

Europe News

Ceasefire in Ukraine possible within days, German Chancellor Merz says

Ukraine agreed to a 30-day ceasefire proposed by US mediators in Saudi Arabia in March, but so far Russia has refused to sign, instead presenting counter demands.

09/05/2025

Sport

Home Heroes Shine Bright on Day 1 of Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam

A spectacular opening day in Astana saw thrilling judo and multiple medals for Team Kazakhstan. Golds went to Hui, Saaev, Ballhaus, Abdulayev, and Mokdar, with local fans creating an electric atmosphere.

09/05/2025

World News

Press freedom in Greece getting worse, Human Rights Watch says

HRW says the 'image internationally of a forward-thinking and modern administration' that Athens wishes to present to the world is at odds with the reality on the ground.

09/05/2025

Europe News

Two men found guilty of criminal damage for felling Sycamore Gap tree

Prosecutors offered no evidence of a motive for the 2023 crime other than calling it senseless vandalism.

09/05/2025

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Estonia's Narva Museum displays controversial Putin-Hitler banner

A banner of Putin and Hitler with 'PUTLER WAR CRIMINAL' was unveiled by Narva Museum in Estonia on 9 May, countering Russian propaganda and emphasising peace.

09/05/2025

Europe News

Bulgaria’s president to submit request to call eurozone referendum

Some economists claim that the country lacks an acceptable degree of economic condition to join the eurozone and it's not yet ready to adopt the single currency.

09/05/2025

Health news

Scientists develop tool to predict biological age using just a selfie

The tool has some limitations, but could eventually be used to help predict health outcomes, the researchers said.

09/05/2025

United Kingdom

Are we seeing the end of the UK's political duopoly?

Labour and the Conservatives have had a stranglehold on political power for decades — but as Reform UK's victory in last week's election shows, this now appears to changing.

09/05/2025

Europe News

New German chancellor aims for stronger EU ties with France and Poland

Visiting Paris and Warsaw, Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke about defence and European unity, marking a shift from his predecessor's policies and aiming for a stronger EU.

09/05/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | May 9th – Evening

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

09/05/2025

Europe News

PKK announces 'historic' decisions but says nothing about disbanding

The congress followed a February appeal by imprisoned PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan for the group to dissolve and end its four-decade insurgency with Turkey.

09/05/2025

Europe News

Suspect in murder of man killed in French mosque repatriated to France

Before handing himself in to Italian authorities in connection with the murder of a 22-year old Malian man named Aboubakar Cissé, the suspect spent three days on the run.

09/05/2025

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Watch the live restoration of Courbet's masterpiece at Musée d'Orsay

Musée d'Orsay is restoring Gustave Courbet’s A Burial at Ornans live. Art lovers can watch the process, led by Cinzia Pasquali, until mid-2026.

09/05/2025

Climate

Will Pope Leo XIV continue the Vatican’s legacy on climate change?

Experts say that Robert Francis Prevost aligns closely with Pope Francis’ environmental priorities. Here’s what we know so far.

09/05/2025

The Europe Conversation

'Our position is very clear. It's a Russian war against Ukraine,' says Simion

In an Euronews and Euronews Romania exclusive, the AUR party leader, who won the first round of the Romanian presidential election repeat on Sunday, said Russia is waging war on Ukraine, but that Ukraine must respect international treaties and the rights of national minorities.

09/05/2025

The Europe Conversation

'I want Romania to maintain its pro-Western direction,' presidential hopeful Dan says

In a joint interview with Euronews and Euronews Romania, Dan, who came in second on Sunday's vote count, maintained his strongly pro-Western stances, especially on Ukraine, starkly contrasting with those of his opponent, George Simion.

09/05/2025

Vatican

World leaders praise Pope Leo XIV's first calls for peace

Pope Leo XIV's pontificate appears to be one of peace and hope, as he called for a 'disarming and disarmed peace' in his opening address.

09/05/2025

Travel News

Why it may soon be easier to bring your car when relocating in the EU

At the moment, the paperwork is lengthy and complicated due to the absence of EU-wide laws on vehicle registration.

09/05/2025

Green News

More than 100 vultures poisoned in South Africa national park

Vultures are key to wildlife ecosystems because of the clean-up work they do, feeding on the carcasses of dead animals.

09/05/2025

Tech News

From French fishing roots to OpenAI: What we know about Fidji Simo

The rising star from the south of France was the first in her family of fishermen to graduate university, talked her way into a job at eBay, and is now joining OpenAI.

09/05/2025

Culture news

Who will win Eurovision 2025? Here are Euronews Culture's predictions

From milkshake men and sauna anthems, to a reimagining of Laika the Soviet space dog’s tragic tale, these are our favourite tracks from the acts competing to win Eurovision 2025.

09/05/2025

Culture news

When art meets activism: A powerful collage for press freedom in Paris

Young volunteers and artists displayed a united front to raise awareness of the importance of freedom of expression as they highlighted the challenges of modern journalism to mark World Press Freedom Day.

09/05/2025

World News

US-backed group seeks to take over Gaza aid distribution, reports say

Aid workers have criticised the plans, saying the proposal can't meet the needs of Gaza's large population and would forcibly displace large numbers of Palestinians by forcing them to move nearer aid hubs.

09/05/2025

Focus

Kazakhstan marks 30 years of unity with Assembly anniversary

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of Focus, we attend the 30th anniversary celebration of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan — a key institution that has united the country’s diverse ethnic communities.

09/05/2025

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan to regain legendary 'Gagarin's start' space launch site

The transfer of "Gagarin's Start", the launchpad for the world's first spaceflight, will be finalised by June.

09/05/2025

Europe News

Friedrich Merz rules out permanent joint debt at EU level

"We cannot go into never-ending spirals of debt," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said during his first official visit to Brussels.

09/05/2025

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France's Beauval Zoo welcomes first golden snub-nosed monkeys

For the first time, three golden snub-nosed monkeys from China have been introduced to France's Beauval Zoo, marking a milestone in conservation efforts.

09/05/2025

Tech News

Three months before deadline, EU countries not ready for AI oversight

A delay in appointing the oversight bodies will mean uncertainty for businesses that have to start complying with the rules.

09/05/2025

Europe in Motion

Overview of Commission meetings since the beginning of new mandate

Only 16% of all Commission meetings were with NGOs, following the EPP's political efforts to prevent NGOs from using EU grant money to influence policymaking.

09/05/2025