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USA NPR sues Trump administration over executive order to cut public media funding The lawsuit alleges that Trump is acting to contravene the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private non-profit corporation set up to distribute federal funding to NPR and PBS, which is intended to insulate the system from political interference. -
USA Trump administration asks federal agencies to cancel $100 mln in contracts for Harvard President Donald Trump has railed against Harvard, the US's oldest and wealthiest university, calling it a hotbed of liberalism and antisemitism. -
France France's National Assembly adopts bill to legalise assisted dying on first reading The bill, which received 305 votes in favour and 199 against, will be sent to the Senate for further debate but a definitive vote on the measure could take months. -
Mobility The most anticipated new EVs coming to Europe in 2025 From retro icons to tech-rich trailblazers, these are the electric cars set to make waves - and turn wheels - in the weeks and months ahead. -
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United Kingdom Experts praise police for swift release of details about Liverpool crash suspect “Information voids are almost a gravitational force for conspiracy theorists," said one expert who welcomed the police's early intervention. -
Germany Suspect in stabbing attack that killed three at German festival admits guilt at trial The Solingen incident was one of several deadly attacks in the months leading up to Germany's national election in February that involved immigrant suspects, pushing migration to the forefront of the political agenda in that vote. -
Europe News Călin Georgescu, frontrunner in Romania's cancelled election, announces withdrawal from politics Georgescu said he made his decision to take a step back following the conclusion of the presidential race, which for him indicated "the sovereignist movement has come to a close." -
Canada King Charles addresses Canadian parliament amid tensions with US King Charles III and Queen Camilla travelled to Canada on a visit widely viewed as a show of support in the face of annexation threats by US President Donald Trump. -
EuroVerify No, Euronews didn't publish a video about corruption in Moldova Another false video attributed to Euronews is circulating online, this time related to alleged corruption and black market arms sales in Moldova. -
Europe News Brussels approves Poland's use of post-COVID funds for defence Defence has become a key priority for the EU following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine with Brussels putting forward an €800 billion plan to boost military production. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 27th – 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 French police detain twenty suspects over cryptocurrency kidnappings The arrests on Monday and Tuesday follow French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau's vow to ensure the safety of crypto industry leaders and their families. -
No Comment Pink diamond linked to French royalty expected to sell for millions A rare pink diamond with ties to European royalty is set to be auctioned in New York next month, with estimates reaching up to €4.6 million. -
Europe in Motion Which European countries are achieving the highest levels of education? Eurostat’s latest figures reveal that Europeans are better educated than ever with women outperforming men in almost every country across the 27-member bloc. -
Europe News Plane awkward: How Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron joined the club From US President Gerald Ford's disastrous fall, to Russian President Boris Yeltsin's no-show, powerful political figures have had trouble getting on and off planes -
Europe News Belgium to tighten controls over private aircraft in anti-smuggling crackdown Belgian customs authorities will place an officer at the national airspace security centre to access military radar and clamp down on private aircraft being used in smuggling operations. -
Europe News Why nuclear energy is making a comeback across Europe Belgium has scrapped its nuclear phase-out law, joining a growing number of EU nations reconsidering atomic energy as part of their climate strategies. -
Ukraine Ukraine’s restrictions on long-range weapons were lifted ‘months ago’, Merz says The decision to lift any restrictions on the use of Western-supplied long-range weapons by Ukraine was made months ago, the German chancellor clarified on Tuesday. -
No Comment War leaves its mark on Lviv through graves and grief Lviv, a western Ukrainian city near the Polish border, rarely hears explosions, yet it bears the daily weight of war through loss and mourning. -
EU Decoded Can the EU afford to phase out imports of Russian fuel? Cutting off Russian energy imports is the aim of the new RepowerEU Roadmap presented by the European Commission. The executive cites security reasons, adding that it will also accelerate the EU's energy transition, but what are the obstacles to achieving this? -
Nature From London’s beavers to leopard frogs in Las Vegas, here’s why we need to rewild our cities Native animals like beavers, hornbills, and even platypuses are being reintroduced into city parks, wetlands and reserves around the world. -
Destinations Astana: Don't miss these must-see sights on your next trip to Kazakhstan's capital Whether you’re a tourist visiting Astana for a few days or an expat who wants to learn more about the city, you’ll love these essential attractions in Kazakhstan’s capital city. -
China Search continues for six people after deadly chemical plant blast in eastern China Search and rescue operations continue for six people still missing after Tuesday's deadly blast in the city of Weifang in Shandong province. -
Art Venice Art Biennale to honour late curator Koyo Kouoh with 2026 exhibition ‘In Minor Keys’ Plans for the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia will go ahead as envisioned by the late Cameroonian curator, following her sudden death aged 58 earlier this month. -
Economy Investing in Europe is at a nine-year low: Is a rebound coming? Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Europe dropped to its lowest level in nine years in 2024, with France, Germany and the UK experiencing double-digit declines. -
Business Line Now a regional leader, Uzbekistan has global ambitions for its electrical engineering sector In this episode of Business Line Uzbekistan, we examine the country’s electrical engineering industry, taking stock of its remarkable progress and growth potential. -
Europe News Why Russia is unlikely to let the Vatican mediate peace talks with Ukraine Pope Leo XIV is willing to host peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv, yet Russia's stance towards the Vatican is likely to prove an obstacle. -
Art Turning trauma into art: Former Hamas hostage Andrei Kozlov tells his story through paintings After surviving 247 days as a hostage of Hamas, Andrei Kozlov has turned his trauma into art, painting scenes of captivity, resilience, and hope in a New York studio. -
Kazakhstan Is the future Qosh Tepa Canal in Afghanistan the final nail in Aral Sea's coffin? Afghanistan is building a 285-kilometre waterway at an accelerated pace to irrigate its drought-ridden northern regions. Central Asian states maintain that decisions regarding transboundary water use should be made collectively. -
Ocean Europe bets on offshore wind and smart tech to cut energy costs Offshore wind is no longer just a clean energy option — it’s fast becoming one of Europe’s key strategies for energy independence. With the EU planning to ramp up offshore wind capacity, the sector faces a challenge: how to scale up wind farms sustainably while keeping costs down? -
Ocean Giles Dickson, WindEurope’s CEO: Wind farms will drive down electricity costs Offshore wind farms are cutting energy bills, strengthening Europe’s energy independence, and powering industry with clean, locally produced electricity. -
Europe News Spain fails again to secure unanimity to make Catalan, Galician and Basque official EU languages The Spanish request fell short of the necessary majority, as countries like Finland, Sweden and Austria voiced their reservations. -
Tech News EU Commission in a hurry on super-computing quantum strategy The plan, aimed to improve Europe’s uptake of the technology, was originally expected in the third quarter of this year. -
North Korea North Korea says US 'Golden Dome' missile defence system risks nuclear war in space Pyongyang's warning comes a week after US President Donald Trump gave more information about the initiative. -
Earth News ‘Disrespectful to Everest’: Nepal vows to protect Himalayas from overcrowding and climate change 11 tonnes of garbage, four dead bodies and a skeleton were removed from Everest during the last climbing season. -
Europe News What are the EU’s 'safe country' proposals for asylum seekers? The European Commission has put forward two plans to overhaul asylum processes amid a charged political atmosphere over irregular migration. -
Culture news Licence to leak: Has watchmaker Omega just revealed the identity of the new James Bond? Hello Mr. Bond. We’ve been expecting you... Could Aaron Taylor-Johnson becoming Omega brand ambassador be the James Bond confirmation we’ve all been waiting for? -
Travel News No more samba on the strand? Rio de Janeiro aims to curb unauthorised vendors and noise on beaches Set to come into force at the beginning of June, the new rules restrict live music, food and drink sales, chair rentals and even the name of kiosks. -
Russia Several Russian airports suspend operations over Ukrainian drone raids Several airports in Russia suspended operations overnight on Tuesday amid drone alerts. Over the past weeks, Kyiv has intensified its drone attacks on Russian cities, including Moscow, causing significant disruptions in Russian airspace. -
Business Volvo Cars announces that it will be slashing 3,000 jobs to cut costs The majority of the job cuts will affect office-based positions in Sweden. Volvo Cars said the decision would help to build a stronger and more resilient company down the line. -
No Comment Tornado leaves trail of destruction in Puerto Varas Emergency teams and local authorities are assessing the aftermath of a rare tornado that struck Puerto Varas in southern Chile on Sunday afternoon. -
Culture news Iran summons French diplomat over praise of Palme d'Or-winning film 'It Was Just An Accident' Iran's Palme d'Or-winning director Jafar Panahi was cheered as he arrived home after his Cannes win. However, the national press and political reaction has been more muted. Iran has also summoned a French diplomat over praise of 'It Was Just An Accident'. -
Tech News EU Commission probes four porn websites amid concern for minors Protection of minors has been singled out as one of the priority areas under the Digital Services Act (DSA). -
Democratic Republic Of Congo M23 rebels committed possible war crimes in eastern DR Congo, Amnesty International says The NGO made the claims against the Rwandan-backed group in a new report published on Tuesday. -
Europe News EU countries 'losing patience' as Hungary grilled on Pride march and rule of law Several EU member countries demanded strong EU actions on Hungary after what they see as a rule of law backsliding, but Hungary has said political hysteria surround the meeting. -
Lifestyle In pictures: Daredevils tumble for glory at Gloucester's annual cheese-rolling race Brave competitors let the Gouda times roll at the annual Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling Race, hurtling down a perilous slope in pursuit of a runaway wheel of Double Gloucester. -
Syria Syrian government and Kurds agree to evacuate families from al-Hol camp The agreement to allow Syrians to return from al-Hol camp comes amid a push for closer cooperation between Damascus and Kurdish authorities in the country's northeast. -
No Comment Area sealed off after car ploughs into Liverpool FC celebration Police and bystanders were seen surrounding a car after it struck crowd during Liverpool FC’s Premier League title celebration on Monday evening. -
Economy German consumer confidence creeps up, but shoppers are still wary German consumer sentiment rose for a third month, driven by stronger income and economic expectations. However, rising savings and lower purchase intent highlight persistent uncertainty and a fragile recovery. -
No Comment Vigils and services held on fifth anniversary of George Floyd killing Thousands across the US are commemorating the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s murder with vigils, concerts, and church services. -
Gaza New US-backed aid distribution system opens in Gaza amid UN concerns The organisation said it begun its first distribution of aid after a nearly three-month Israeli blockade on the enclave. -
Culture news American Music Awards 2025: Billie Eilish sweeps American Music Awards 2025 with seven wins Billie Eilish emerged triumphant as the biggest winner of the night, winning all seven of her nominations. Check out the full results below. -
Europe News EU countries disappointed over Commission’s lacklustre efforts on Ukraine trade deal The EU executive’s failure to wrap up a long-term free trade agreement with Ukraine despite months of negotiations sparked frustration among the bloc’s agriculture ministers during a closed-door meeting. -
Culture news Meet Daniela Pes, the Sardinian musician who doesn't need you to understand her dialect Daniela Pes brings together haunting melodies, juddering loops and her rare Italian dialect to create an otherworldly experience of music. -
Markets BYD stock plunges following deep price cuts as EV sales surpass Tesla in Europe Shares of BYD plunged following steep discounts across several models, stoking fears of a renewed price war in China’s EV market. However, the Chinese automaker is still expected to maintain robust growth, particularly against global rival Tesla. -
Work This small island in Denmark lets stressed students unplug from distractions and study in nature The "Youth Island" is a 30-minute boat ride from Copenhagen and offers a retreat for students who are struggling to disconnect from distractions in the city. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 27th – 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 French farmers rally as controversial agriculture bill sparks political showdown The proposed law reflects a broader shift across several EU countries to ease environmental regulations, as farmers continue to battle surging prices and a cost-of-living crisis. -
USA Trump honours veterans and fallen soldiers in Memorial Day ceremony US President Donald Trump honoured US soldiers who died in combat in a ceremony at the Arlington National Cemetery, calling them “America’s best and bravest”.