13 May 2025 | Euronews
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Europe News EU ministers and film sector defend industry amid Trump’s tariff threats The European Union is pushing back against President Trump threats on film and streaming industries, as culture ministers gathered in Brussels this week to discuss the future of the bloc’s audiovisual rules. -
Europe News Newly elected Pope Leo XIV faces expectations to bridge divisions in the Catholic Church The new supreme pontiff, elected less than a week ago, is expected by some to continue Pope Francis' legacy, while those more conservative seek a traditionalist approach. -
Europe News Trump wants to hear how allies plan to boost defence spending, NATO envoy says Trump insists NATO members should commit to spending at least 5% of GDP on defence, but that would require investment at an unprecedented scale. -
Israel Israeli military to continue Gaza operation 'with full force' in next days, Netanyahu says Israel has previously promised to intensify its offensive, including taking control of all of Gaza. -
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Saudi Arabia 'Show us something special,' Trump says to Syria as he agrees to lift raft of sanctions Gulf leaders have rallied behind the new government in Damascus and want Trump to follow, believing it is a bulwark against Iran's return to influence in Syria, where it had helped prop up the al-Assad regime during a decade-long civil war. -
The Europe Conversation ‘I'm very worried about the coarseness of language,’ Irish PM tells Euronews In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin shares his concerns about Hungary’s position within the EU, the deterioration of public discourse, and the future of Ukraine’s membership to the bloc. -
Myanmar Funerals held in Myanmar for pupils killed in alleged junta air strike on rural school Myanmar has been in turmoil since the army's 2021 takeover ousted the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi, which led to nationwide peaceful protests that escalated into a durable armed resistance denying the army control of much of the country. -
Thailand Bangkok officials end search operation at skyscraper that collapsed after earthquake The high-rise building, meant to be the new office for the State Audit Office, was the only building in Bangkok that collapsed following the 28 March earthquake in Myanmar. -
Europe News Survivors of 2024 Valencia floods share experiences with EU officials in Brussels 'The presidents of the EU institutions were very eager to listen to us,' said the representatives of victims associations. -
EU Decoded Digital border system targets crime and irregular migration People without a passport from an EU country will soon face a new digital border system that will record much of their personal information. The so-called Entry/Exit System aims to increase security, but EU DECODED explains that it can also act as a tool to prevent irregular migration. -
Europe News Cryptocurrency boss' daughter escapes kidnapping attempt in Paris In recent months, a spate of kidnappings — and kidnapping attempts — have targeted leading figures in the cryptocurrency sector. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 13th – 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 British man jailed for 1986 murder acquitted after 38 years by new DNA testing Peter Sullivan, now 68, had his conviction quashed after new DNA evidence emerged. -
Culture news Think you’re ready for Eurovision 2025? Prove it with this ultimate quiz From legendary winners and jaw-dropping performances, to niche trivia only true superfans would dare to remember, this is the ultimate Eurovision quiz. -
Zambia Zambia rebukes envoys after US goes public with medical aid cut over 'systemic theft' US ambassador to Zambia called a press conference to reveal a $50 million (€45 million) cut in health aid to the African country over alleged corruption. -
Focus ATM 2025: Tourism leaders tackle climate, tech and growth strategies In this episode of Focus, we explore how the Arabian Travel Market 2025 is redefining global tourism through sustainability, technology, and a bold new vision for connected and conscious travel. -
Europe News Turkey monitoring situation after PKK announces disbandment, official says Media close to the government have reported that the PKK's disarmament process is expected to take three to four months, with weapons being collected at designated locations in northern Iraq under official supervision. -
Europe in Motion Prison numbers could increase by up to 200% by 2027. What is the state of prisons across the EU? In the EU, 13 member states reported overcrowded prison cells. Poland, Hungary, and Czechia have the highest prisoner rates in the EU. -
Senegal Foreign overfishing driving Senegalese migrants to Spain, research finds The number of irregular migrant arrivals reached a record of 63,970 in 2024, according to Interior Ministry data. -
Earth News Europe’s electricity grid is outdated and risks derailing fossil fuel phase out, report finds Over 1,700 gigawatts of renewable energy projects across 16 countries are stuck in the queue to be connected to the electricity grid. -
Travel News Europeans intend to travel more by train than by any other form of transport in the next five years Plane travel is set to stagnate, with only around 2 per cent expecting to fly more in the next five years. -
Business Mercedes moving production of its GLC SUV from Germany to the US Due to the US President’s tariff policy, carmakers across the globe are considering boosting their local US-based production. -
Saudi Arabia US and Saudi Arabia sign €127 billion arms deal on first day of Trump's regional tour That agreement will see Washington provide Riyadh with 'state-of-the-art warfighting equipment' in return for a Saudi investment of $20 billion in the US' artificial intelligence sector. -
Tech News Marks & Spencer cyberattack: What we know about the data taken and what to do to protect yourself M&S warned that there could be security risks as a result of stolen data. Here’s what you should do to protect yourself from future scams. -
Travel News Want to move to Asia? Here’s who is eligible for the Philippines’ new digital nomad visa While applications aren't yet open, the programme is expected to launch in the coming months. -
Europe News Serbia is 'fully committed' to EU accession path, says Costa in Belgrade The European Council president met Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić in Belgrade on Tuesday, emphasising the need for Serbia to align more closely with the EU. -
Culture news Meet ESC Tom: The Irish super fan who's become a Eurovision Song Contest expert This year's Eurovision Song Contest will feature even more iconic entries than past editions, according to ESC Tom. The Irish 'super' song analyst shares his predictions for the 2025 edition and reveals what life is like as a Eurovision professional. -
Europe News Three Belgian soldiers injured during training exercise in Scotland An investigation has been launched to determine exactly what happened during the live firing drill. -
Ukraine First direct peace talks: Will Putin come face-to-face with Zelenskyy? As Ukraine’s president is getting ready to travel to Istanbul, the Kremlin has not yet responded to whether Vladimir Putin will attend the meeting on Thursday. Will Putin come for a face-to-face meeting with Zelenskyy? -
No Comment Shrine of Fatima in Portugal packed for first pilgrimage after Pope Francis' death Over 270,000 pilgrims joined the candlelight procession at the Fatima Shrine on 13 May, marking the first major celebration since Pope Leo XIV’s election. -
Tech News Meta is about to use Europeans’ social posts to train its AI. Here’s how you can prevent it At the end of May, Meta will start using Europeans’ data to train its AI. Here is how you can exercise your rights and prevent it. -
Earth News Dutch NGO hits Shell with fresh legal challenge - and the impact could be ‘enormous’ “Shell will not stop of its own accord,” says the director of Milieudefensie, which has enjoyed previous legal success against the oil giant. -
Tech News Commissioner Virkkunen to meet critics of EU tech rules on US trip The EU Commissioner received letters from US officials complaining about the effect of EU tech legislation. -
Healthcare Which countries in Europe pay the most for medicines and why is it still less than in the US? Europeans pay different prices for medicines based on where exactly they live, but they spend way less than the US does. -
No Comment Bosnian girl breaks tradition by training fighting bull for historic tournaments Mirnesa Junuzovic, 15, is defying tradition in Bosnia by training her bull, Cobra, for historic bullfights, becoming the youngest and one of the few female trainers in the field. -
Europe News Orbán criticises Irish PM veto comments made in Euronews interview The Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has denounced Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin for criticising Budapest and what he termed its "abuse of vetoes" in a Euronews interview. -
Changemakers of Uzbekistan Uzbek students win global award for rainwater project tackling water access in rural communities In this episode of Changemakers of Uzbekistan, we meet two students from Tashkent’s Presidential School whose award-winning project collects and filters rainwater for communities with limited water access. -
Europe News Eurovision will allow European flag for fans in the audience but not for artists on stage The European flag will be allowed at this year's Eurovision Song Contest, but with limitations for artists, something Brussels called "disappointing". -
Economy UK wage growth cools ahead of national insurance hike for businesses UK wages lagged as businesses dealt with increasing cost pressures and growing economic and geopolitical uncertainty. -
Business Nissan to shed 20,000 jobs as Japanese automaker reports loss Nissan is slashing about 15% of its global workforce, or about 20,000 employees, as the Japanese automaker reported a loss Tuesday for the fiscal year that just ended. -
Europe News France's Emmanuel Macron to make state visit to UK in July, Buckingham Palace says State visits to Britain are particularly prized by some heads of state because they come with a full complement of royal pomp and circumstance. -
Business Sixt shares plummet as firm remains unprofitable despite softer losses The car rental and mobility firm also saw stagnating revenue in Germany, its home market. -
Health news Immigration, ageing, training: How do challenges facing Europe’s nursing workforce compare globally? There is a shortage of 5.8 million nurses worldwide, and it’s being made worse by the demand for foreign-born healthcare professionals in Europe. -
India Modi says India only 'paused' its offensive as ceasefire with Pakistan holds The most serious direct conflict between India and Pakistan in decades has been halted for now, but tensions remain high. -
Culture news More than 350 stars condemn Gaza ‘genocide’ in open letter in time for Cannes opening The stars and creatives have signed a letter about the killing of the Palestinian protagonist of a Cannes-premiering documentary: “We are ashamed of such passivity” - they wrote regarding the silence of the industry. -
Europe News Flights resume at Brussels Charleroi Airport after bomb threat on board Ryanair plane All flights into and out of one of the two Belgian capitals' airports were suspended for several hours following reports shortly before 11:00 am of a bomb on board a Ryanair flight from Portugal. -
India At least 14 people dead and six hospitalised after drinking toxic liquor in northern India Deaths from the consumption of contaminated liquor manufactured locally is rampant in India, mainly in rural areas, as people are eager to buy at cheap prices. -
No Comment Israeli strike on a hospital in Gaza kills three and injures at least 10 people An Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis killed three, amid renewed tension and a recent hostage release by Hamas. -
EuroVerify Fact check: What are the German coalition’s plans to clamp down on disinformation? Misleading claims that the "black-red" coalition government led by Friedrich Merz is set to introduce "censorship laws" under a "Ministry of Truth" are circulating online. Euroverify fact-checks. -
United Kingdom UK PM Starmer accused of echoing far-right amid immigration overhaul The UK leader was criticised for warning that the country could become an "island of strangers". Some of his own MPs say these words echoed a phrase in Enoch Powell's infamous "Rivers of Blood" speech in 1968. -
Business Munich Re reports wildfire losses but sticks with profit outlook Germany’s reinsurance giant took a serious hit from the US wildfires, dragging down the company’s property and casualty reinsurance segments and almost halving Munich Re’s net earnings. -
Spain UK's post-Brexit reset with the EU could depend on Gibraltar deal, Spain says Spain’s foreign minister has suggested that an EU-UK security pact may hinge on the future of the tiny British territory. -
Culture news Nach Ausschluss-Forderungen: Israels ESC-Kandidatin erwartet Störungen beim Auftritt Sender und ehemalige ESC-Teilnehmer hatten den Ausschluss Israels vom diesjährigen ESC in Basel gefordert. Israel tritt trotzdessen an, vertreten durch Yuval Raphael. Sie bereitet sich auf Störungen während des Auftrittes vor. -
Economy German economic sentiment rebounds in May as tariff fears ease Germany’s economic sentiment rebounded to 25.2 in May, surpassing forecasts amid easing trade tensions and political stability. Eurozone sentiment also improved. Despite weak current conditions, optimism grows across key sectors. -
No Comment Second mayoral candidate killed in Mexico ahead of 1 June elections The attack on Yesenia Lara Gutiérrez of the Morena Party happened on Sunday when she was leading a caravan of supporters through Texistepec. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 13th – Midday 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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Design Bahrain wins top prize at Venice Architecture Biennale with a pavilion tackling extreme heat Titled "Heatwave", the Bahrain Pavilion's award-winning project addresses the issue of extreme heat by suspending a cooling ceiling over public seating. -
Philippines Former Philippine leader Duterte set to win mayoral election from Hague jail cell The 80-year-old ex-president, who is accused of committing crimes against humanity during his so-called "war on drugs", has a decisive lead in his family stronghold of Davao. -
Business Bayer shares soar as company records strong cancer drug demand Bayer’s strong first quarter performance was mainly driven by its pharmaceuticals division, even as its crop-science branch lagged. -
Russia UN agency finds Russia responsible for downing flight MH17 in 2014 The Netherlands and Australia brought the case against Russia before the Montreal-based global aviation agency in 2022. -
No Comment Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander released by Hamas after 19 months in captivity Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander, held by Hamas for over 19 months, was released in a goodwill gesture that may pave the way for a new ceasefire with Israel. -
Europe News 'It's extremely encouraging,' Eurogroup president says on US-China trade rollback Eurogroup President and Irish Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe welcomed the move of the United States and China agreeing to drastically roll back tariffs for 90 days. In an exclusive interview with Euronews, he called it a promising development for EU–US relations. -
Culture news Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault on a 2021 film set The case is widely seen as a key post- #MeToo test of how French society and its film industry address allegations of sexual misconduct. -
Europe News Man arrested over fire at UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's house Police are investigating whether the 21-year-old may be connected to three fires in London in recent days. -
Europe News Russia launches drone attack on Ukraine after Germany issues ceasefire ultimatum Ten drones launched by Russia overnight were shot down by air defence units, Ukraine's air force reported. -
Europe News Germany bans biggest 'Reichsbürger' group and arrests four of its leaders German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the so-called "Königreich Deutschland" (Kingdom of Germany) group had created a "counter-state". -
Culture news Cannes Film Festival makes it official: No nudity on the red carpet or any other area of festival It's a 'non merci' from Cannes to any flesh on the red carpet (or any other area of the festival). The new policy has sparked attention, as sheer and "nude dresses" are a current red carpet staple... -
Health news Hepatitis A is spreading rapidly in the Czech Republic with 6 deaths so far. Here’s what we know The Central European country has reported six deaths caused by the virus so far this year, up from two in all of 2024. -
Europe News Polish far-right MEPs uncomfortable in Sovereign Nations group The three Polish members of Europe of Sovereign Nations are unhappy with the group’s stance on Russia. But they will not leave it (for now). -
Europe News Trump needs prison space - can Europe help him out? As the European Union scrambles to find bargaining chips for future trade talks with the Trump administration, there is something Brussels could offer to catch the US president’s attention: prison space. -
Europe News 338 days without a government: Can Brussels break the deadlock? | Radio Schuman Brussels has been without a regional government for almost one year. How is this impacting locals, and expats? Will there be another election to break the deadlock? -
Art Tales of the city: Netflix's 'Istanbul Encyclopaedia' examines Turkey's clash of cultures Now streaming on Netflix, Turkish director Selman Nacar's 'Istanbul Encyclopedia' series has won high praise since its release and it's also revived interest in the unfinished work of a peculiar Turkish historian Reşad Ekrem Koçu. -
Business US and Saudi Arabia seek closer financial ties as Trump heads to Riyadh The Saudi-US Investment Forum starts on Tuesday in Riyadh with the US President set to attend, along with CEOs and other government leaders. -
Markets Investors cautious as Trump says China removing non-tariff trade barriers Trump stated that China had agreed to remove non-tariff trade barriers, likely referring to the country’s rare earth export controls imposed on the US in April. The market rally appears to be pausing, as investors await further details of the US-China trade agreement. -
Economy EBRD cuts regional economic outlook as geopolitical tensions linger Recent US tariffs and worldwide economic tensions are likely to contribute to subdued economic growth in several key European economies and regions. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 13th – 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 Too few women in conflict resolution can lead to blind-spots: NATO official Women represented only 16% of negotiators in active peace processes led or co-led by the United Nations in 2022. -
Europe News French MPs reignite divisive debate over assisted suicide The end-of-life bill is back in the legislative process after it was interrupted by French President Emmanuel Macron’s dissolution of parliament last year. -
Culture news Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces at least 15 years in prison if convicted as trial begins Prosecutors called two witnesses to the stand to testify in the first day of the trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs in New York. The hip hop star is facing a five count indictment that could land him at least 15 years and up to life in prison if convicted on all charges. -
Europe News Serbian students participating in ultramarathon arrive in Brussels A group of 21 students who started an almost 2,000 kilometre ultramarathon from Novi Sad in Serbia on Friday have arrived at their final destination – Brussels.