12 May 2025 | Euronews
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Europe News Power outage 'for matter of minutes' disrupts London Underground in rush hour The Transport for London website showed that at least three subway lines were suspended due to a power failure and there were severe delays and partial suspensions on at least six other lines during the afternoon rush hour. -
Europe News Bulgarian boss of Russian spy ring gets more than 10 years in prison, UK judge says Roussev, who worked out of a former guesthouse in the English seaside resort town of Great Yarmouth, had a stash of spy equipment that police described as an "Aladdin's cave" when it was raided. -
Culture news The best of Cannes: 5 unforgettable Palme d'Or winners that defined modern cinema As Cannes 2025 rolls out the red carpet this week, we revisit 5 Palme d’Or winners from the past 25 years that truly left their mark - from Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite to Gus Van Sant’s haunting Elephant. -
Lifestyle Sound of Europe Festival in Türkiye for the fourth year in three cities The European Union-supported festival encourages cultural interaction and artistic collaborations. -
Cult Meet the violinists who took centre stage at the first Classic Violin Olympus in Dubai In this episode of Cult, we go behind the scenes at the first Classic Violin Olympus in Dubai, where world-class performers competed for top prizes and a handcrafted violin. -
Ukraine Zelenskyy wants to see Trump at proposed meeting with Putin in Istanbul on Thursday Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he supports the US President's idea of direct talks with Vladimir Putin in Istanbul on 15 May and hopes Donald Trump will be there too. -
Scenes Watch: The swim guru turning the tide for Nigeria’s youth Emeka Chuks-Nnadi is on a mission to combat the drowning crisis and empower youths with various abilities to be independent in water. -
Europe News Will the EU ban phones at school? That’s one of several ideas floated by EU education and youth ministers meeting in Brussels this week, alongside proposals for tougher age checks, restrictions on social media for minors, and an EU-wide action plan to tackle cyberbullying. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 12th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Syria will take back citizens trying to reach island by boat, Cyprus says Human traffickers are cutting deals with local employers to bring in Syrians, according to Cyprus' deputy migration minister. -
Europe News Keir Starmer sets out new policies to 'significantly' restrict immigration to the UK The policies revealed by Prime Minister Keir Starmer include English language requirements and a crackdown on overseas recruitment for the social care sector. -
Israel Hamas releases Israeli-US hostage Edan Alexander in 'goodwill gesture' to Trump 21-year-old Alexander was serving in a military unit on the Gaza border when he was captured during the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on 7 October 2023. -
Europe News Pope Leo XIV hosts first audience with the press at the Vatican As he addressed journalists and media workers days after he was elected, he renewed calls for peace, reminding the press to focus on reporting the truth and urged the release of imprisoned journalists -
India India and Pakistan observe first night of calm following US-brokered ceasefire The countries became engaged in one of the most serious confrontations in decades after India hit targets in Pakistan last week, following a massacre of 26 Indian tourists in Kashmir. -
Europe News Agree to a ceasefire until midnight or face more sanctions, Germany tells Russia Germany gave Russia time until midnight on Monday to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine, the government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius said. If Moscow doesn’t respond, Berlin says it will introduce new sanctions. -
No Comment Pope Leo XIV calls for the release of imprisoned journalists Pope Leo XIV has made a powerful appeal on Monday for the release of imprisoned journalists, highlighting the 'precious gift of free speech and the press.' -
No Comment Pope Leo XIV reopens sealed papal apartment but will he live there? Pope Leo XIV has reopened the papal apartment, sealed since Pope Francis' death, raising questions about his approach to tradition. -
EuroVerify Fact check: Macron, Merz and Starmer targeted by Russian 'cocaine' claims The allegations that the leaders of France, Germany and the UK took drugs while on a train on their way to Kyiv are part of a wider Russian disinformation campaign. -
Europe in Motion Gas prices up again for first time since 2022: Which countries are paying more? Prices are now the highest on record but this time tax hikes are to blame. -
Travel News Travel companies see warning signs as fewer European and Canadian travellers choose to visit the US 7.1 million visitors entered the US from overseas in the first three months of this year, 3.3 per cent fewer than during the same period in 2024. -
Climate Banana farmers are ‘battling daily’ with climate change, warns report urging leaders not to slip up Research shows how we can keep enjoying the fruit for generations to come, by cutting emissions, buying Fairtrade, and increasing diversity. -
Europe News French scientists denounce poor conditions as Macron courts US talent France's president is hoping to position his country as a thriving scientific hub to attract US academics, but domestic researchers say they have been worn down by government cuts. -
Myanmar At least 17 killed in junta air strike on school in Myanmar, reports say Sagaing region, near the border with India, has been a stronghold of armed resistance and the military in recent years has stepped up air strikes against the local pro-democracy People's Defence Forces. -
Tech News EU member states ask Commission to lower targets for microchip strategy The countries say that the European Commission should adjust the target in the Chips Act 2.0. -
Health news Weight loss drugs could slash cancer risks by 41% compared to surgery, researchers claim Larger studies are needed to confirm the findings, which offer the latest evidence that the medicines can do much more than help people lose weight. -
Cinema Stunts and props from Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible series go on display in New York The Museum of the Moving Image in New York has launched an immersive exhibition celebrating the Mission: Impossible franchise’s iconic stunts, props, and behind-the-scenes artistry as it prepares to release its final installment. -
Europe News Von der Leyen, Costa and Metsola took private jet to Luxembourg event German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Brussels prompted a schedule change that led the three presidents to fly private to Luxembourg. -
Tech News France’s AI minister calls for a Europe-wide ban on social media for children under 15 “In the absence of a European agreement, France will have to take action,” Clara Chappaz said. -
Smart Regions Could this ceramic paving be a game-changer in curbing urban floods? In this episode of Smart Regions, we look at how new ceramic paving, developed in Spain’s Valencia region, aims to curb flooding risks during heavy rain in urban areas. -
Explore Bursa: Silk, history, and the flavours of an Ottoman legacy In this episode of Explore Türkiye, we visit Bursa, a city of silk, Ottoman heritage, and rich culinary traditions, discovering its historic markets, charming villages, and the famous İskender Kebab. -
USA Trump defends prospect of Qatar gifting him a plane to use as Air Force One US officials say the jet could be converted into a potential presidential aircraft — a gift donated from a foreign government worth an unprecedented amount. -
Europe News 'Never give in to mediocrity,' Pope Leo XIV says as the press meets the new pontiff Pope Leo XIV's first address to the press at the Holy See emphasised dignity, justice and free speech, urging journalists to reject mediocrity and partisan divisions. Euronews brings you a first-hand account of the experience. -
Europe News Irish prime minister says all means must be used against Hungarian EU veto Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin said in an exclusive interview with Euronews that Ukraine should join the European Union for geopolitical reasons and that Hungary's obstruction of this is outrageous. -
No Comment Venice protest calls for release of aid worker held in Venezuela A flotilla of 50 boats sailed Venice's Grand Canal demanding the release of Alberto Trentini, an Italian aid worker detained in Venezuela since November 2024. -
World News Dozens of white South Africans granted refugee status under Trump's new rule Refugee groups have criticised the Trump administration for prioritising Afrikaners, a white ethnic minority, over people in greater need. -
Europe News How should the EU interpret the trade agreement between the US and the UK? The United Kingdom is the first European country to have reached a compromise with the United States on trade. But some analysts believe the deal sends the wrong signal. -
Earth News ‘Leo will follow Francis’: Catholics in the Amazon hope new pope will protect the rainforest Amazon Catholics say the new pope is needed at COP30 in Brazil later this year. -
Syria Qatar and FBI uncover remains of 30 people believed to have been killed by IS in Syria IS controlled large parts of Syria and Iraq until 2017, abducting and killing numerous foreign journalists and aid workers. -
Business UniCredit lifts outlook as it beats expectations with record profit Italy’s second biggest lender posted its highest net profit ever for the first three months of 2025, the period that the bank called the ‘best quarter in history’ in its earnings report. -
Euronews Debates Europe's digital dilemma: balancing regulation with innovation Europe’s push for tech regulation, including the Digital Markets Act, has sparked tensions with the US. As both regions grapple with innovation and competitiveness, transatlantic cooperation remains crucial. -
Europe News Poland accuses Russia of orchestrating arson attack on Warsaw shopping centre Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said the country would close the Russian consulate in Krakow in response. -
Burkina Faso Burkina Faso forces killed more than 130 civilians in March attack, Human Rights Watch says The massacre by government forces and pro-government militias led to reprisal killings by Islamist fighters, according to the NGO. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 12th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News EU Defence Commissioner calls for more integration with Ukraine defence industry The EU needs to learn from Ukraine's battle-earned experience and work with the war-torn country to secure supply chains for critical capabilities, especially drones, the Commissioner for Defence has said. -
China China’s first Corgi police dog causes stir after snatching sausage from child while on duty While Fuzai has participated in major events like the Weifang International Kite Festival and gained over 400,000 followers online, his career has been marked by playful mishaps. -
Business Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco takes hit due to lagging oil prices Saudi Arabia has also pledged to invest hundreds of billions in the US over the course of Donald Trump's second term. -
Europe News The end of the CAP as we know it? Newsletter This week's key events presented by Euronews' senior agriculture and health reporter Gerardo Fortuna -
Culture news Culture Agenda: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week A new art exhibition by Bob Dylan, Cannes Film Festival, Eurovision, and the sixth instalment of Final Destination — here are this week's cultural highlights. -
Europe News Albania and Montenegro could join the EU before the others, Costa tells Euronews Expanding to the Western Balkans is once again one of the EU's priorities, European Council President António Costa told Euronews in an interview. He begins a tour of the region on Tuesday. -
Oman Iran and US conclude fourth round of nuclear talks Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the talks were productive but said uranium enrichment will continue and is non-negotiable. -
Economy US and China announce substantial reductions in tariffs for 90 days The US and China agreed to lower tariffs for 90 days on Monday, as the world’s two biggest economies attempt to cool an escalating trade war. -
Economy Where did real wages rise and fall the most in Europe in 2024? In 2024, real wage growth was strongest in Eastern Europe. Among the 32 European countries, it declined in only four. -
Turkey Kurdish militant group PKK announces disbandment and end of Turkey insurgency The Kurdish militant group PKK, whose leader Abdullah Öcalan has been imprisoned since 1999, made the decision to disband in a move towards ending its conflict with Turkey. -
Markets Stocks jump, gold tumbles as US and China trade talks progress An agreement from the US and China to reduce tariffs for 90 days has boosted European markets after global indexes rallied hours earlier on hopes of a breakthrough. -
Culture news The girl with the glasses: Klavdia brings a starry-eyed Greek ballad to Eurovision 2025 From her grandmother’s earrings to her modern Greek sound: Meet Klavdia, Greece’s 2025 Eurovision hope. -
Europe News Irish PM says EU must challenge Hungary’s ‘outrageous’ vetoes | Radio Schuman In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin urged the EU to crack down on what he calls Hungary's "abuse of vetoes". -
EuroVerify Fact-checking claims about the UK's geoengineering experiments New government-funded trials to test ways of reflecting sunlight to tackle climate change have been met with misleading claims and conspiracy theories. -
Romania Romania presidential hopeful Simion's emissaries reach out to Hungary's Orbán in search of a pact Fighting for every vote to win Romania’s presidential elections next Sunday, hard-right nationalist candidate George Simion seeks an alliance with Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 12th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
The Big Question Microsoft pledges more than 200 datacentres in Europe by 2027 despite geopolitical uncertainty “We want Europe to know that they can count on us,” Microsoft President, Brad Smith told Angela Barnes in the latest episode of The Big Question. -
World News Trump says Hamas has agreed to release the last living US-Israeli hostage in Gaza Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American soldier was abducted from his base during the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel that ignited the war in Gaza.