2025-07-01

Europe News

Greece and Poland demand reparations from Germany for World War II

The exhibition aims to recall the extent of the destruction suffered by Poland and Greece at the hands of Germany during World War II and provide evidence for those who call for long overdue reparations.

01/07/2025

Azerbaijan

New evidence suggests Russian forces caused Azerbaijan Airlines crash

An Azerbaijani news outlet released evidence Tuesday suggesting the Russian military ordered the 2024 missile strike on Flight 8243, causing a crash in which 38 passengers died and another 29 were injured.

01/07/2025

Europe News

Øresund Bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden turns 25

'A permanent connection, this creates prosperity and positive development in the Øresund region,' Denmark's Minister for Transport said.

01/07/2025

Europe News

Emmanuel Macron has first phone call with Vladimir Putin since 2022

Macron and Putin held regular discussions around the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with Macron visiting Putin in Russia in February 2022, but dialogue eventually stalled.

01/07/2025

USA

US Senate passes Trump's tax bill after turbulent all-night session

The package now goes back to the House, where Speaker Mike Johnson had warned senators not to overhaul what his chamber had already approved.

01/07/2025

Europe News

Belarus continues crackdown on political dissent, rights group says

Mass arrests and convictions of government critics in Belarus have continued since 2020, when Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko was handed a sixth term in office in an election that the opposition and the West denounced as rigged.

01/07/2025

Europe News

EU and Greece to press Libya on migrant crossings as numbers surge

The UN refugee agency said that in 2021, 32,400 refugees and migrants had made the crossing from Libya to Europe, more than twice as many as in 2020.

01/07/2025

Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan jails Sputnik execs amid escalating tensions with Russia

Azerbaijan and Russia have engaged in a rare escalation of judicial measures against each other over the last days, as relations between the two countries reach a new low.

01/07/2025

Cinema

No Time To Cast: What do you make of Amazon’s James Bond shortlist?

You Only Cast Once... Live And Let Cast... Cast Another Day... We'll stop. Here's our verdict on the trio of actors who have apparently been shortlisted by Amazon for the new James Bond film.

01/07/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | July 1st – Evening

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

01/07/2025

EU Decoded

Will new animal welfare law curb illegal trade?

The EU has created its first law on the welfare of dogs and cats to be applied across the bloc, targeting illegal trade and harmful practices. A regulation that was long overdue, considering that 44% of EU households have a pet and it's a billion-dollar business.

01/07/2025

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Prague Zoo uses tonnes of ice to cool animals during heatwave

As temperatures in Prague climbed above 34°C on Tuesday, Prague Zoo delivered 10 tonnes of ice to help its animals cope with the sweltering summer heat.

01/07/2025

Culture news

The Corrs conquer Madrid with their mix of pop rock and Celtic notes

Despite a massive thunderstorm, The Corrs enchanted Madrid with their Celtic music and greetings in Spanish. The audience lapped up their hits and covers on the band's return to the capital after an absence of more than 20 years.

01/07/2025

Healthcare

How is a messaging app improving public health in China?

Tencent Health has deployed AI-powered features on the popular WeChat app to improve public health in China.

01/07/2025

Tech News

US Senate says no to deregulating AI in 99-1 vote

US Senators voted against a 10-year ban on regulating AI at the state level.

01/07/2025

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Hostage families call for deal as pressure grows on Israeli government

Dozens of protesters, including relatives of hostages, gathered outside the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem on Tuesday, urging a deal to end the Gaza war.

01/07/2025

United Kingdom

UK's oldest cold case solved: 92-year-old jailed for rape and murder

Judge told 92-year-old Ryland Headley he would die in prison after being convicted for the 1967 rape and murder of Louisa Dunne in England.

01/07/2025

Destinations

Escape Europe’s heatwave with these scenic walking coolcations

If you’re looking for a fresher escape this summer, here are a few hiking routes to consider.

01/07/2025

Europe News

'No objective reasons' to block Ukraine's EU bid, Brussels tells Orbán

The impasse on Ukraine's accession is so entrenched that diplomats in Brussels are mulling the idea of decoupling it from Moldova's bid.

01/07/2025

Thailand

Thailand’s PM suspended over probe into leaked 'uncle' phone call

Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s suspension raises the possibility of renewed instability in Thailand, a still fragile democracy that has suffered several similar bouts of uncertainty.

01/07/2025

Europe in Motion

Real-estate luxury: This Spanish city is now the world's hottest hub

For the first time, Madrid and Milan have knocked Paris, London and New York off the top spots.

01/07/2025

Climate

Record heat in the Mediterranean Sea sparks fears for marine life

Intense marine heat can have devastating consequences for ecosystems with its ripple effects also extending onto land.

01/07/2025

Travel News

France, Japan, China: Where are the world’s most beautiful airports

The award prioritises “intelligent sustainability” in airport design.

01/07/2025

Europe News

UK Royal Mail workers faced more than 2,000 dog attacks last year

Roughly 30,000 postal workers have been attacked by dogs in the last decade in Britain.

01/07/2025

East-West Connect

How Kazakhstan plans to bring 150,000 foreign students by 2029

In partnership with MDQ

Kazakhstan aims to meet the region’s growing demand for higher education by expanding partnerships with global universities and launching new research centres. With new AI programs underway, how are students being supported in entrepreneurship and deep tech development?

01/07/2025

Silk Road Adventures

Tashkent blends ancient roots with digital ambition on the Silk Road

In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan

From historic mosques to cutting-edge startups, Tashkent is fast becoming a capital of contrasts — where centuries-old tradition sits alongside modern tech and architecture in Central Asia’s rising star.

01/07/2025

Energy Frontiers

Azerbaijan embraces AI and smart grids for energy transformation

In partnership with Azpromo

Fariz Jafarov of Azerbaijan’s C4IR explains how AI, smart grids, and digital innovation are reshaping energy systems and accelerating the country’s shift toward a more sustainable future.

01/07/2025

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Extreme heat and floods sweep across Italy, leaving two dead

A deadly mix of soaring temperatures and sudden flooding left two people dead in Italy on Monday, as an African anticyclone drives extreme weather across Europe.

01/07/2025

Culture news

Spain's king Juan Carlos to publish 'uncompromising' autobiography

Former monarch Juan Carlos I will publish "Reconciliation", his memoirs at the end of the year. The book will explore his controversial private life, his role in Spain's democracy and reflections from his exile in Abu Dhabi. He's now revealing all he says because his 'story' is being stolen.

01/07/2025

Europe News

Europe swelters under severe heatwave as temperatures soar above 40C

Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy were some of the worst hit countries, with temperatures reaching over 40 degrees Celcius.

01/07/2025