2025-06-25

The Road To Green

“It’s like a miracle”: the emotional reintroduction of the Bearded Vulture in Bulgaria

In partnership with The European Commission

Half a century after its extinction, Bulgaria celebrated the reintroduction of one of Europe’s rarest birds of prey — the Bearded Vulture. This is seen as a stepping stone to reconnecting them across Europe, and to other continents.

25/06/2025

USA

Who is New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani?

The 33-year-old is poised to become the official Democratic candidate for November's mayoral election.

25/06/2025

Europe News

Are Bulgarians ready to adopt the euro in under six months?

The EU institutions have given the green light to Bulgaria to join the eurozone next January, but what about the concerns of the Bulgarian people?

25/06/2025

EuroVerify

Fact-checking claims about the 'panther' on the loose in Bulgaria

Reported sightings of a large, wild feline in Bulgaria have prompted a stream of images, memes and dubious claims online.

25/06/2025

Travel News

Eurostar faces severe delays and cancellations after cable theft

Major disruption to Eurostar services between London and Paris continues for a second day after track deaths and cable theft in France.

25/06/2025

Lifestyle

Venice activists claim victory as Jeff Bezos changes wedding venue

Protesters in Venice are claiming an "enormous victory" after Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and his A-list wedding guests are forced to change the wedding location.

25/06/2025

Gaza

Explosive on armoured vehicle kills seven Israeli soldiers in Gaza

Since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war on 7 October 2023 after Hamas-led militants attacked Israel, more than 860 Israeli soldiers have died, over 400 of those while fighting in Gaza.

25/06/2025

Business

Italy’s Monte dei Paschi bank gets ECB nod for Mediobanca takeover

Mediobanca has shown its opposition to the takeover bid, launched in January, warning it would weaken its business model.

25/06/2025

Tech News

Meta’s AI labelling ‘inconsistent’, internal oversight board finds

Under the EU’s AI Act, artificially generated content needs to be marked as such.

25/06/2025

Nature

Threatened whale species found in areas earmarked for deep sea mining

Vulnerable marine life is getting caught in the crosshairs of our electrifying world, the new study suggests.

25/06/2025

Tech News

Is Russia using Iran's defence tech in Ukraine?

Experts said the labels found on drones in Ukraine are not conclusive proof but the English-language words are consistent with how Iran marks its drones.

25/06/2025

Lifestyle

Pharrell Williams brings Indian style to Louis Vuitton show in Paris

Pharrell Williams turned the plaza outside Paris’ Pompidou Center into a global spectacle for his latest Louis Vuitton show.

25/06/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | June 25th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

25/06/2025

France

Former French PM Dominique de Villepin launches own political party

Dominique de Villepin said he was launching his own political party, Humanist France, two years before the country is set to hold presidential elections.

25/06/2025

Europe News

MEPs propose two pieces of free hand luggage when travelling by plane

The European Parliament's Committee on Transport proposes free hand luggage with size limits on flights. Airlines argue it limits passenger choice.

25/06/2025

United Kingdom

UK to buy 12 fighter jets capable of carrying nuclear weapons

Britain's decision to purchase the US-made F-35A jets will boost its nuclear deterrent, which currently wholly relies on four nuclear-armed submarines.

25/06/2025

Health news

Why children aren’t getting vaccinated anymore

An estimated 15.7 million children worldwide had not received any routine vaccinations as of 2023.

25/06/2025

Europe News

MAGA-aligned conservative groups actively lobby MEPs, report claims

US conservative organisations close to the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement have met MEPs on several occasions, according to a report by Transparency International EU.

25/06/2025

Europe News

EU ramped up defence spending after Trump's call, Kaja Kallas says

The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs spoke exclusively to Shona Murray at the NATO summit in the Hague for Euronews' live Europe Today show.

25/06/2025

wellbeing

Here’s how to manage climate change anxiety

Climate psychologists and educators offer tips on how to combat climate change anxiety and turn distress into action.

25/06/2025

No Comment

Peru celebrates Inti Raymi sun festival at Sacsayhuaman site

In Cusco, Peru, the Inti Raymi festival was reenacted by hundreds in elaborate robes, celebrating the ancient sun festival with offerings and staged rituals.

25/06/2025

Europe News

MEPs vote for Parliament to sue Commission over €150bn defence scheme

MEPs do not believe the legal basis the Commission used to set up SAFE, which deprives them of their right to co-legislate, is the right one.

25/06/2025

World News

NATO's 1.5%: Is this the detail that can derail the new spending deal?

The new NATO spending target has a 1.5% for non-military expenses. Its interpretation however is vague and could spark "opportunistic" divisions.

25/06/2025

Tech News

Which AI chatbot is the best at protecting your privacy?

A new study has found the best AI model to protect your data, and it comes from Europe.

25/06/2025

Space

First Indian, Polish and Hungarian astronauts in space in 40 years

India, Poland and Hungary launched their first astronauts in more than 40 years Wednesday, sending them on a private flight to the International Space Station.

25/06/2025

Economy

Which countries will lose the most if tensions reignite around Iran?

Russia could benefit from an escalating situation in the Middle East, while China and Europe would see their economies suffer if the ceasefire between Iran and Israel fails to hold.

25/06/2025

Destinations

Where to find Türkiye’s most spectacular hidden gems

In partnership with GoTürkiye

While Türkiye is well-known for iconic sights such as the Hagia Sophia, the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, and the ancient ruins of Ephesus, visitors willing to get off the beaten track will find a wealth of lesser-known destinations.

25/06/2025

Culture news

Emmanuel Macron wants UNESCO cultural heritage status for French touch

If Berlin techno can make the UNESCO cultural heritage list, so can French touch... "We are the inventors of electro. We have that French touch," the French President said in a recent interview.

25/06/2025

USA

Zohran Mamdani scores surprise win in NYC primary as Cuomo concedes

'Tonight is his night,' former state governor Andrew Cuomo said as he conceded the race to the virtually unknown progressive candidate.

25/06/2025

Culture news

Why are more Spaniards quitting music festivals over Israeli ties?

More than 50 artists and collectives chose to boycott Sonar, one of Spain's biggest music and arts festivals as anger continues to rise over the economic ties between major events and Israel.

25/06/2025