22 May 2025 | Euronews
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Europe News Court in Italy rules two mothers can register as parents on child's birth certificate In recent years, some city registrars in Italy had begun to record only the name of the biological mother on birth certificates and not the name of her partner. -
Belgium Botswana calls for deeper trade ties with European Union amid Trump's tariffs The foreign minister's call for more EU-led investment comes amid a 37% trade tariff imposed by the Trump administration on Botswana, one of the hardest-hit nations in Africa. -
Europe News Georgia's EU accession is moving 'in a very active way', first deputy prime minister tells Euronews Since last year, Georgia’s European Union accession process has completely stalled. However, the country’s First Deputy Prime Minister Levan Davitashvili has told Euronews that the government still aims to join the bloc by 2030. -
USA Happy birthday to me! Trump's mega-MAGA birthday military parade raises eyebrows Plans to combine celebrations for the US Army's 250th anniversary with the US president's birthday with a military parade through the centre of Washington DC are raising eyebrows and the hackles of local politicians, who fear for the price tag and damage involved. -
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Europe News How marine drones have become essential in the fight against sea mines The western part of the Black Sea is threatened by sea mines. Hundreds of devices are a hazard to the coastal and maritime activities of NATO countries such as Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey. Sea drones could be the solution to eliminate the risk experts say. -
Europe News Why did nationalist parties do so well in the first round of Poland's presidential election? The nationalist presidential candidates Slawomir Mentzen and Grzegorz Braun won a combined total of almost 21 per cent of the vote. -
Football Now How Liverpool secured their historic 2024/25 Premier League title Liverpool will be officially crowned 2024/25 Premier League champions on the final day of the season. -
Greece Don't panic but be aware, experts advise tourists after earthquakes rattle Greece Two earthquakes struck near Crete and islands across the Aegean sea over the last two weeks. Experts are warning tourists to familiarise themselves with emergency guidance. -
Europe News European Parliament backs steep tariff on Russian and Belarusian fertilisers The European Parliament has approved a proposal to impose steep tariffs on Russian and Belarusian fertilisers and agricultural products, sparking concern among European farmers about the potential fallout. -
Europe News MEP and staffer report each other to the police after alleged assault in European Parliament A physical altercation between a Swedish MEP and a parliamentary staffer has sparked conflicting accounts and formal police reports. The incident, which took place in the European Parliament on Wednesday, is now under internal investigation. -
Europe News UK hands sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius after last-minute legal delay Under the agreement, the UK will pay Mauritius €120 million each year to lease back their military base for at least 99 years. -
Europe News Rome police catch German tourist carrying ancient marble slab on electric scooter In Rome, a German tourist was arrested for carrying a 30kg marble base from a Roman column on an electric scooter. The artefact is considered a cultural asset. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 22nd – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
The Europe Conversation UNRWA chief fears Gaza may stop being ‘land for Palestinians’ amid Israeli offensive Philippe Lazzarini tells Euronews Israeli plans for Gaza are ‘dystopian’ after Netanyahu declares intention to control the entirety of the Palestinian territory. -
Europe News Serbia's EU membership remains a strategic goal, Kallas says in Belgrade Serbia's EU membership hinges on its strategic choices, Kallas said after meeting Vučić and government officials in Belgrade, stressing the need for concrete reforms. -
Europe News Eight EU countries form coalition of the willing on crisis preparedness The eight member states are calling for more coordination across the bloc, including with EU institutions. -
Tech News US judge rejects claims made in teen chatbot death lawsuit that AI has free speech rights Claims that artificial intelligence (AI) should be protected under free speech legislation were made in a lawsuit over the alleged wrongful death of a teenage boy. -
Economy Climate crisis must be tackled without resorting to degrowth, says MEP Growth is essential to retaining the European way of life, said the EPP’s Lídia Pereira, responding to claims that the EU must shift its thinking on sustainability. -
Europe News Greece boosts firefighter and drone numbers to tackle growing risk of wildfires Officials said the number of firefighting personnel has increased by roughly 20% over the past two years, while the fleet of fire-surveillance drones has grown to 82, up from the previous 45. -
Europe News What foods should you buy now to be prepared for a possible emergency? The recent Iberian blackout reminded citizens of the need to be prepared in the event of a crisis. When it comes to food, what should we have at home to best get through the chaos? Euronews speaks to a nutritionist to hear their thoughts. -
Healthcare The UK is rolling out a world-first vaccine for gonorrhoea. What about the rest of Europe? The UK will offer a vaccine originally intended to prevent meningitis, which is caused by a bacteria with a similar genetic profile to the one that causes gonorrhoea. -
Economy OECD growth slows abruptly to 0.1% in the first three months of 2025 The overall GDP growth of the 38 countries of the OECD, providing more than 40% of the global economy, slowed down substantially in the first quarter of 2025. -
No Comment Three dead, thousands affected after floodwaters swamp New South Wales Record-breaking floods on Australia’s east coast have left at least three people dead and one missing, as authorities warn of more heavy rain in the coming days. -
Earth News Cocoa, coffee and wheat: The EU food imports threatened by biodiversity and climate crises Climate finance is not a form of altruism, the researchers argue. Rather, it is essential to Europe’s food security. -
Earth News UK seas are unusually hot – and scientists say the heatwave could just be getting started UK waters are up to 4°C above normal in a marine heatwave that may offer an early warning of extreme summer heat. -
Travel News European budget airlines’ hand luggage fees ‘violate EU laws’, say consumer organisations The consumer groups argue that the fees for hand luggage contravene a ruling from more than a decade ago by the European Court of Justice. -
No Comment Prince William joins kickabout at Edinburgh community centre Prince William laced up his boots in Edinburgh on Wednesday, joining a kickabout during a visit to Leith Community Centre with Street Soccer Scotland. -
Health news Meet Aqemia, the French start-up leveraging AI-backed physics tools for drug discovery The start-up aims to use AI to drastically reduce the time and money it takes to develop new drugs. -
Europe in Motion Blue Cards: Which EU country offers the highest minimum salary for non-EU workers? Blue Cards guarantee a minimum salary even in countries where there's no minimum wage. Every year, EU countries issue tens of thousands of them. -
Europe News Germany bolsters NATO's eastern flank with new brigade in Lithuania Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Lithuania to inaugurate a German brigade aimed at strengthening NATO's presence and deterring Russian threats in the Baltic region. -
Tech News Meta's AI tool's better, but we're still watching it, says Irish watchdog The Irish data protection authority has been engaging with Meta since March 2024, when the Big Tech company first said it would bring MetaAI to Europe. -
Lifestyle Who Let the Dogs Serve? Glamorous canines dress to impress at New York's "Pet Gala" At New York’s annual Pet Gala, fashion-forward pups recreated iconic Met Gala 2025 looks from stars like Chappell Roan, Bad Bunny, Diana Ross and more. -
Europe News Prison staff sceptical renting cells abroad will solve France's overcrowding crisis With prisons overflowing, France is considering renting cells abroad. But will this solve the problem or just shift it to other countries? -
No Comment Pups pose in style at New York’s Met-inspired Pet Gala Dressed in dazzling outfits inspired by this year’s Met Gala, dozens of dogs took centre stage at New York’s annual Pet Gala on Monday evening. -
Europe News MEPs call on European Commission to cut Hungary off from EU funds Cross-party MEPs demand a complete cut of funds for Hungary, claiming it regressing alarmingly. The European Commission is willing to discuss the use of the budget tool to preserve democracy. -
Culture news Austria's Eurovision winner JJ calls for Israel to be banned from contest The Austrian winner of the 2025 song competition says he would hope to see Israel excluded from next year's contest in Vienna. -
EuroVerify Fake Euronews report on alleged electoral interference in Romania spreads online A doctored video using Euronews' logo falsely claims Romania cautioned France over interference in the recent presidential ballot. Bucharest has in fact accused Russia of meddling in the vote. -
Economy Eurozone private sector slips into contraction as services falter in May Eurozone private sector contracted in May, with Composite PMI falling to 49.5. Services saw their sharpest drop in 16 months, while manufacturing stabilised. Business confidence hit a 19-month low, reinforcing expectations for further ECB rate cuts. -
Tech News Google introduces new 'AI mode' function in renewed bid to revolutionise search The tech giant is introducing a new "AI mode" that will embed chatbot capabilities into its search engine to keep up with rivals like OpenAI's ChatGPT. -
Europe News Red Cross President calls for reverse of trend for deteriorating humanitarian situation International Red Cross President Mirjana Spoljaric spoke to Euronews at the European Humanitarian Forum 2025 about intensifying global conflict, warning of declining respect for humanitarian law and rising concerns over shrinking budgets. -
Business EasyJet loss widens but UK budget airline confirms its 2025 targets EasyJet’s shares fell after the British airline reported higher losses than a year ago despite increased revenues and strong traffic. -
Culture news President Lincoln's blood-stained gloves sold for more than €6 million at debt-relief auction Items worn by President Abraham Lincoln the night he was assassinated have fetched more than €6 million at an auction to pay off a 20-year-old debt incurred by the Lincoln Presidential Foundation. -
No Comment Graduates turn city squares into open-air dance floors Thousands of high school graduates joined the annual European quadrille tradition across Slovenia, Serbia, and Slovakia, performing the coordinated dance in public squares across the region. -
Europe News Democracy is Europe's first line of defence In an Euronews exclusive, Council of Europe Secretary General and former Swiss President Alain Berset makes the case for a new democratic pact before Europe hits a tipping point. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 22nd – 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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Europe News New report reveals more than half of European farmers prepared to protest again A new report reveals that European farmers feel worse off now than 12 months ago, are frustrated with the EU’s lack of support and are prepared to protest again. -
Travel News Crete earthquake: Is it safe to travel to the Greek island following second tremor in a month? Authorities say no major damage has been reported and there is very little risk of a tsunami. -
Culture news AI blunder: US newspaper's summer book list recommends non-existent books The recommended reading list contained some works of fiction. It also contained some works that were, in fact, actually fictional. -
North Korea North Korea's Kim Jong-un furious after failed naval destroyer launch The country's leader said the damage caused to the 5,000-tonne ship during its unveiling was the result of 'absolute carelessness' and 'irresponsibility'. -
Health news Joe Biden's team reveal his 'last known' prostate check was over a decade ago amid Trump criticism The former US president’s office said his "last known" prostate cancer screening was in 2014 amid speculation that he had been hiding his diagnosis. -
Destinations From wilderness trails to village visits: Türkiye’s top hikes Türkiye’s unique geography offers unforgettable hiking trails for nature lovers. From long-distance treks along ancient paths to challenging mountain ascents, there are options for every skill level. -
No Comment Humanoid robots gear up for boxing debut in Hangzhou Humanoid robots are trading punches in an intense training camp ahead of a robot boxing competition set to take place in Hangzhou, east China, this Sunday. -
wellbeing Where in Europe do teenagers have the best and worst mental health? In the 37 European countries included in a new study, boys are more likely than girls to report good mental health. -
Culture news Trump shares fake clip of him hitting Bruce Springsteen with golf ball Donald Trump has shared a now viral fake clip of him hitting Bruce Springsteen with a golf ball – the latest in a continuing back and forth between the US president and The Boss. Springsteen has doubled down on political criticism by releasing a digital EP that includes his anti-Trump comments. -
Nature Clownfish shrink to survive stress of marine heat waves as climate change warms oceans Scientists observed this behaviour in Papua New Guinea, where warming oceans and bleaching sea anemones forced the fish to cope with extreme conditions. -
World News EU and African Union ministers pledge to boost cooperation on peace, security and economy The last time that foreign ministers from both continents met, Russia had not launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the war in Sudan had not begun, and France had not lost its influence in Africa's Sahel region, where its military departed from last year. -
Culture news Member of Irish rap trio Kneecap charged with a terror offense in UK Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh - who performs under the stage name Mo Chara - will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court next month, the Metropolitan Police says. -
Lifestyle It's not a phase: How to celebrate World Goth Day in Europe Wake the dead! World Goth Day celebrations are once again underway across the continent. Here's how you can take part. -
EuroVerify Fact check: Did NATO create the Eurovision Song Contest? Social media users and alternative news outlets claim that decades-old NATO documents reveal that the military alliance was the mastermind behind Eurovision. -
Markets Bitcoin hits new price high as crypto industry scores US legislation win Bitcoin hit a new all-time high as the world’s most popular cryptocurrency reached price levels not seen since President Donald Trump’s inauguration. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 22nd – 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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Greece Crete hit by 6.1 magnitude earthquake, no significant damage reported The earthquake's epicentre was 56 kilometres northeast of Heraklion, off the Greek coast. -
USA Two Israeli embassy staff members shot and killed in Washington, suspect shouts 'Free Palestine' Two Israeli embassy staff, identified as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were shot and killed in Washington near the Capital Jewish Museum on Wednesday. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, shouted “Free, free Palestine” when arrested. -
Europe News Dozens of protesters gather in front of Italian parliament in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza Protesters gathered in the capital, Rome, to demand an end to the war in Gaza and the suffering of the Palestinian people. -
Israel Netanyahu says Israel will control all of Gaza Strip at end of current military offensive Speaking about the current military offensive, codenamed Operation Gideon's Chariots, Netanyahu said "at the end of this campaign, all of the territories of the Gaza Strip will be under Israel's security control." -
USA Trump confronts South Africa's Ramaphosa with baseless claims of systematic killing of white farmers Trump accused South Africa’s government, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa of not addressing what his administration believe is a genocide on white minorities in a tense meeting in the Oval Office.