2025-06-28

USA

Biden and Harris attend funeral for former Minnesota House Speaker

Democratic former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman was honoured for her legislative accomplishments and her humanity during a funeral Saturday where former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris joined the over 1,000 mourners.

28/06/2025

Europe News

Student-led protesters in Belgrade call for snap elections in Serbia

Tens of thousands gathered in Belgrade demanding early elections after months of protests spurred by a deadly train station collapse blamed on government corruption.

28/06/2025

Lifestyle

Protests erupt again in Venice over Bezos and Sanchez's lavish wedding

On the final day of celebrations for the wedding between the billionaire owner of Amazon and the US journalist, hundreds marched through Venice to protest against the exploitation of the historic Italian city.

28/06/2025

Europe News

Commissioner and MEPs in Budapest to challenge Orban’s Pride ban

Commissioner Hadja Lahbib and 70 MEPs travelled to Hungary to protest the banning of the Pride march - but opposition leader Peter Magyar was absent.

28/06/2025

Europe News

Poland ends its EU presidency, leaders take stock of successes

Poland is ending its presidency of the European Union. The country has presided over EU Council meetings since 1 January 2025. "Your presidency has been difficult, but you have made it," said Ursula von der Leyen to Donald Tusk at a press conference in Brussels on Thursday.

28/06/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | June 28th – Evening

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

28/06/2025

Europe News

Zelenskyy awards Order of Freedom to Polish President Andrzej Duda

Polish President Andrzej Duda arrived in Kyiv on Saturday morning for an unannounced visit. He was awarded the Order of Freedom by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, for "outstanding personal merits in strengthening Ukrainian-Polish international cooperation".

28/06/2025

World News

Trump pushes for Gaza ceasefire: what's in the latest proposal?

A source told Newsweek that US President Donald Trump has made significant efforts to persuade Israel to move toward a ceasefire in Gaza, now the conflict with Iran has ended.

28/06/2025

Gaza

At least 62 Palestinians killed by Israeli strikes since Friday

According to the Shifa Hospital in northern Gaza, eight people were burnt to death after Israeli shelling on a school in the Jabaliya refugee camp.

28/06/2025

Hungary

Tens of thousands gather to mark Budapest Pride despite Orban ban

Budapest Pride's 30th anniversary saw tens of thousands defy a government ban, with dozens of European Parliament members showing solidarity for civil liberties.

28/06/2025

Health news

France to ban smoking in public places to protect children

Starting Sunday, smoking will be banned on beaches, in parks, and at bus shelters. The government’s decree extending the ban to certain outdoor public spaces was published in the Official Journal on Saturday. For now, no fines will be issued for violations.

28/06/2025

Europe News

Pro-LGBTQ+ yet anti-abortion: What's behind Malta's differing stances?

The tiny Mediterranean island is one of Europe's most progressive on LGBTQ+ rights, but at the same time, it has a near-total ban on abortion. What is the reason for this dissonance?

28/06/2025

Europe News

At least 10 killed in overnight missile and drone attacks on Ukraine

Russia targeted Ukraine with another wave of deadly missile and drone attacks over the past day killing 10 people and injuring at least 50 others across multiple regions, according to reports by Ukrainian media.

28/06/2025

Health news

Heatwave survival handbook: Tricks to keep you cool

Is the thermometer creeping toward record highs again? Does the mere thought of stepping outside leave you drained? Heatwaves have become a regular part of summer but that doesn’t mean you have to suffer through them. Here are some tips to help you stay cool and make the heat a little more bearable.

28/06/2025

Iran

Iran holds state funeral for killed military leaders and scientists

Hundreds of thousands attended a mass funeral in Tehran for IRGC Chief General Hossein Salami and other top commanders killed in the conflict with Israel.

28/06/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | June 28th – Midday

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

28/06/2025

Food and Drink

Prix Versailles unveils the most beautiful restaurants in the world

From clifftop escapes in Indonesia to sleek Michelin-starred spots in Dubai, these restaurants are as visually breathtaking as the food they serve.

28/06/2025

Destinations

The quiet coastline where Italians in-the-know holiday

Even in the height of summer peak season, Maratea is a dreamy oasis of tranquillity and slow living, devoid of crowds.

28/06/2025

Living

Europeans are buying frozen food to reduce waste, survey shows

As well as saving time and money, frozen food can contribute to a more sustainable food system.

28/06/2025

The Dialogue

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony is taking the game global

In partnership with Media City

The NBA legend and 3-time Olympic Gold medalist is now serving as the FIBA World Cup Qatar 2027 Global Ambassador, on a mission to grow the game internationally.

28/06/2025

World News

Budapest Pride goes ahead in defiance of Orban ban

EU Commissioners and dozens of MEPs are in the Hungarian capital to attend and support the Budapest Pride march on Saturday.

28/06/2025

Health news

WHO Europe: 1.8 million avoidable deaths from chronic disease annually

Most deaths are linked to risk factors such as tobacco, alcohol, and diet.

28/06/2025

Food and Drink

Eat up: How chefs and content creators are cooking future foods

Once upon a time, culinary traditions were set in stone, recipes passed down from generation to generation, untouched and unaltered, but nowadays, that notion is being turned on its head by chefs and content creators bent on ripping up the old rules, writes Francesca Della Penna.

28/06/2025

Tech News

This AI company can visualise your dreams. Here’s how it works

A Dutch company created a Do-It-Yourself device that illustrates what users saw in their dreams the night before.

28/06/2025

Economy

Highest-paying salaries in France: Who earns the most?

Managers and executives are among the highest-paid professionals in France, regardless of industry. But only five positions exceed an annual net salary of €100,000.

28/06/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | June 28th – Morning

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

28/06/2025

Brussels, My Love?

A placated Trump and an EU-Canada love fest

In this edition of our weekly talk show, the panellists discussed the outcome of the NATO summit, the military conflict over Iran's nuclear programme and the new partnership and security pact between the EU and Canada.

28/06/2025

USA

US Senate rejects effort to restrain Trump on Iran

Most Republicans have said Iran posed an imminent threat that required decisive action from Trump, and they backed his decision to bomb three Iranian nuclear sites last weekend without seeking congressional approval.

28/06/2025

World News

DR Congo and Rwanda sign peace deal in Washington

It is hoped that the US-brokered agreement will end decades of violence in DRC's mineral-rich east.

28/06/2025

Lifestyle

Jeff Bezos weds Lauren Sánchez in lavish Venice ceremony

The sky itself is no limit for billionaire Jeff Bezos and fiancée Lauren Sánchez, who have traveled into space — and expectations were about as high ahead of their wedding in Venice on Friday.

28/06/2025