19 May 2025 | Euronews
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Europe News French government covered up Nestlé's illegal treatment of bottled water, inquiry finds Last year, the Swiss company publicly acknowledged having used treatments on mineral waters and agreed to pay a €2 million fine to avoid legal action. -
China China's new 'drone mothership' expected to launch for first test flight within days When it is fully operational, Jiu Tian will release a vast swarm of up to 100 smaller drones that would work together to overwhelm an enemy's air defence systems. -
USA Trump says Russia and Ukraine to start ceasefire talks 'immediately' after Putin call Before Trump's social media statement, Putin had released a statement saying a "ceasefire is possible if the right agreements are reached" but didn't explain what those agreements were. -
Gaza First aid trucks enter Gaza after almost three-month Israeli blockade, UN says Israel has meanwhile launched a new wave of air and ground operations across the territory and the army ordered the evacuation of Gaza’s second-largest city, Khan Younis, where Israel carried out a massive operation earlier in the war that left much of the area in ruins. -
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Scenes Watch: The Afghan coach helping migrants find their footing in France Shabnam Salahshoor grew up in a traditional society where women's sport is permanently on the sidelines. -
Europe News Indigenous Brazilians protest EU-Mercosur deal in European Parliament Indigenous peoples' representatives fear that increased trade with Europe will lead to the agricultural exploitation of their territories -
Europe News Bird flu outbreak halts Brazilian poultry exports to the EU Brazil can no longer issue the required export certificates for poultry meat destined for the EU due to a avian flu outbreak. -
Culture news Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez calls for Israel to be excluded from Eurovision over Gaza war This year's Eurovision Song Contest is now over, but political tension, voting doubts and differing positions haunt the European song contest. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 19th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
France France to build high-security jail in Amazon to isolate drug traffickers from gangs The country's Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin announced the €400-million scheme during a visit to French Guiana on Sunday. -
No Comment Kentucky tornadoes leave trail of devastation with more storms to come More than two dozen people were killed and hundreds left homeless after powerful tornadoes and storms tore through parts of Kentucky and Missouri over the weekend. -
Europe News Digitisation underpins new Commission strategy to boost EU single market The plan, which is set to come out on Wednesday, sets out ways to facilitate cross-border use of goods and services in the EU. -
Romania Romanian ministries accuse Russia of interference in Sunday's presidential runoff The authorities pointed to a fake video that falsely claimed that French troops stationed in Romania had been dressed in Romanian gendarmerie uniforms to interfere in the country's tense election redo. -
Europe News Lithuania takes Belarus to top UN court over allegations of migrant smuggling Vilnius claims Belarusian authorities orchestrated flights from the Middle East and escorted migrants to the border, forcing them to cross illegally. -
Nature Scientists use special ‘squeezing’ and electrical probes to collect sperm from endangered kākāpō The kākāpō was the first wild bird to be successfully artificially inseminated in 2009, but it’s taken years to repeat the feat. -
No Comment International sand masters transform Danish coastline A troupe of world-class sand sculptors has descended on Hundested, Denmark, as the town prepares to open its 14th annual sand sculpture festival this week. -
Europe News Kremlin outlaws Amnesty International amid ongoing crackdown on dissent Russian authorities branded the leading human rights NGO an "undesirable organisation," criminalising cooperating or supporting the group. -
Climate Can glaciers regrow if global warming is reversed? Not in our lifetimes, scientists warn “The longer we delay emissions cuts, the more we burden future generations with irreversible change”. -
Culture news Gary Lineker to step down from the BBC after sharing social media post on Zionism The BBC has lost something of a national treasure. Gary Lineker has become almost as well known a broadcaster as he was a football player. -
Economy Spring 2025 economic forecast: How much will Trump’s tariffs hinder EU growth? The European Commission cut back its growth forecasts for this year and the next on Monday, due to the impact of US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. -
Europe News Romania breathes collective sigh of relief after presidential election thriller Romania's political crisis ends with Nicușor Dan's firm victory in the presidential elections runoff on Sunday. Dan, an independent pro-Western candidate, won 53.60% of the vote. -
Europe in Motion Where do Western Europeans stand on nuclear weapons? With the US distancing itself from Europe, EU allies are trying to work out how to extend their nuclear umbrella. But where does public opinion in Western Europe stand on the issue? -
Europe News What's behind farmers' protests returning to the streets of Brussels? European farmers are set to return to the streets of Brussels, nearly a year after their major demonstrations. Their main concern: the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the risk of a fragmented, "27-speed" agriculture system across the EU. -
Europe News 15 EU countries call for 'renewed' ties with Russia's closest allies to secure ceasefire In a joint letter led by Austria, 15 member states pitch a "renewed, targeted and joint global diplomatic outreach effort" to strengthen leverage on Russia. -
Art Bust of The Doors' Jim Morrison, stolen from Père Lachaise cemetery, found 37 years later The mythical bust that once sat on top of Jim Morrison's grave in Paris has been found by accident during a search linked to a case of fraud. It remains to be determined whether the Père Lachaise cemetery will get the sculpture back. -
Travel News When will Brits be able to skip 'dreaded' queues by using e-gates at European airports? The UK government said the move would end “the dreaded queues at border control." -
USA Mexican naval vessel crashes into Brooklyn Bridge, killing two crew members Two sailors were killed and eleven critically injured after the Mexican naval vessel the Cuauhtemoc lost power and crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge Saturday. -
No Comment Gaza death toll rises as Israel begins 'Gideon Chariots' offensive Israel has launched its most extensive ground assault in Gaza in months, while announcing limited aid will now be permitted into the besieged territory. -
Tech News Nvidia's Jensen Huang announces AI supercomputer that will help fuel Taiwan's innovation Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced his vision for the future of AI infrastructure in his native country, Taiwan. -
Euronews Debates Farmers’ protests: a year on, Europe’s farmers demand change Discover key takeaways from the Farmers’ Horizon: Sustainability and Innovation Toolbox event, which brought together a panel of policymakers, farmer representatives and industry leaders to discuss farmer perspectives and how policy, technology can shape the future of European agriculture. -
Israel Israel recovers archive belonging to spy Eli Cohen, hanged in Syria in 1965 Eli Cohen, who was born in Egypt, is one of Israeli most famous ever operatives. He is widely credited with helping Israel to prepare for the Six-Day War. -
Cinema 'A cultural uprising’: What is Dogma 25 - the new cinematic movement unveiled in Cannes? Three decades after the first and hugely influential Dogma wave, five filmmakers are initiating a new cinematic movement: DOGMA 25. It is a defiant response to current events and a marked opposition to the internet. -
Nature Dragon’s blood trees grow in one place on Earth. Climate change and goats threaten their survival Known for their mushroom-shaped canopies and the blood-red sap that courses through their wood, the trees once stood in great numbers. -
Japan Japan's farm minister apologises over 'never had to buy rice' remark amid rising price of food Farm Minister Taku Etō has apologised after claiming he "never had to buy rice" thanks to gifts from supporters, sparking public anger amid surging food prices. -
Cambodia Three killed in lightning strike at Cambodia's Angkor Wat UNESCO temple complex Authorities have released no information about the strike, but an official on Monday confirmed that the three people killed were all Cambodian nationals. -
Health news Joe Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis: What to know about a leading cause of cancer among men Doctors say aggressive prostate cancer, like the former US president's, can be treated but not cured. Here's everything you need to know about it. -
Business Guinness maker Diageo braces for a €133 million US tariff hit The British multinational alcoholic beverage company also announced a $500 million savings plan. -
No Comment ‘Parade of the Galaxies’ brings Star Wars fans to Santiago streets Hundreds of Star Wars fans gathered in Santiago on Saturday for the second “Parade of the Galaxies,” celebrating the iconic saga with elaborate costumes and performances. -
Argentina Javier Milei's party comes first in Buenos Aires election upset In a boost for the party ahead of October's midterms, the Argentinian president's spokesperson, Manuel Adorni, secured 30.1% of the vote. -
Business Qatar Airways posts record €1.98 billion profit in latest earnings The holding company that owns Qatar Airways reported on Monday it earned a $2.15 billion (€1.98bn) profit in its last fiscal year, its highest-ever profit off the back of record passenger numbers as global aviation bounces back after the coronavirus pandemic. -
Egypt Shifting sands: Who can the Middle East turn to after USAID funding cuts? As USAID moves its regional bureau to Cairo, Euronews asks how the Trump administration’s gutting of humanitarian — but not military — assistance to Egypt and Jordan could affect the region’s stability, and open it up to other powers. -
Economy China's economy slows in April as trade war blues hit retail sales and housing China’s economy showed signs of slowing in April as President Donald Trump's trade war took a toll, with retail sales, property and investment coming in weaker than economists had forecast. -
Europe News First EU-UK summit starts with deals on fishing and defence following overnight talks Talks between the two sides went down to the wire as the EU stuck to its stance that nothing is agreed until everything is agreed and Prime Minister Starmer faces political headwinds at home. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 19th – 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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Travel News Flights cancelled and delayed at Paris-Orly airport after traffic control systems break down Airlines have been asked to reduce flights by 15 per cent on Monday but despite these preventative measures, delays are still likely. -
No Comment Tenerife protesters demand action on mass tourism impact Hundreds gathered in Tenerife on Sunday to protest against the effects of mass tourism, calling for more sustainable practices in Spain’s Canary Islands. -
Pakistan Car bomb in Pakistan's Balochistan leaves four dead and 20 injured No group has claimed responsibility for the attack in Balochistan province. However, suspicion is likely to fall on separatist groups like the Balochistan Liberation Army, which has carried out a number of attacks in recent months. -
EuroVerify Fake news claiming Burkina Faso detained French spy spreads virally online Anti-Western disinformation is rampant in Burkina Faso and the wider Sahel, with analysts and governments claiming pro-Russian campaigns are undermining stability. -
Business Top earners in Europe: Which countries offer the highest average earnings? In 2024, Northern and Western European countries recorded the highest average net earnings. The gap narrows when adjusted for purchasing power standards, but it remains significant. -
Europe News The EU and Africa, Newsletter This week's key events presented by Euronews' editor in chief of EU news Jeremy Fleming-Jones. -
Business Ryanair faces turbulence as airfares decline while costs increase The airline experienced a 7% drop in average fares for the past financial year, while operating costs such as staff expenses rose. -
France One dead and scores rescued after migrant boat sinks off coast of France More than 60 people were rescued after the "overloaded" vessel collapsed, authorities said on Monday. -
Culture news Fact check: Is Kevin Spacey really being honoured at Cannes? Kevin Spacey is about to touch down on the Croisette to receive a lifetime achievement award on Tuesday. But before you cry out that Cannes Film Festival has lost its marbles, bear in mind that this is more of a Cannes-concurrent promotional stunt than anything else. Here's what you need to know. -
Health news World Health Assembly: Pandemic treaty and budget cuts to top agenda at major annual WHO meeting The annual meeting sets priorities for the next year in global health leadership. -
No Comment Moments the Mexican navy ship struck the Brooklyn Bridge A Mexican navy sailing ship on a global goodwill tour struck New York’s Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, breaking all three of its masts and killing two sailors. -
Europe News Polish presidential election: Trzaskowski and Nawrocki advance to second round Two main candidates have progressed to the second round of the Polish presidential election, with Trzaskowski at 31.2% and Nawrocki at 29.7% of the vote. -
Culture news Culture Agenda: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week The 'New Nordic' movement is explored in Oslo, green thumbs gather for RHS' Chelsea Flower Show, and 'Mission: Impossible' returns for a Final Reckoning! Here are this week's cultural highlights. -
Culture news In pictures: Austria welcomes JJ back home after Eurovision win Austrian fans have enthusiastically welcomed JJ back home at Vienna airport after the artist won the 69th Eurovision Song Contest with the popera song ‘Wasted Love’. -
Markets Sell-offs resume on Wall Street as Moody’s downgrades US credit rating Moody’s downgraded US credit ratings on Friday, triggering a broad selloff in US assets, including stocks, the dollar, and government bonds. The risk-off sentiment is likely to ripple through European markets on Monday. -
Europe News Can the EU and UK turn the tide after years of bad blood? | Radio Schuman The first official EU-UK talks since Brexit are set to take place in London today. How momentous is this meeting, and can the two parties recalibrate relations? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 19th – 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 Tens of thousands protest in The Hague to demand Dutch government action on Gaza war Human rights groups and aid agencies — including Amnesty International, Save the Children and Doctors Without Borders — estimated the peaceful crowd at more than 100,000 people. -
USA Former US President Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer Doctors diagnosed Biden prostate cancer on Friday, saying the cancer cells had spread to the bone.