16 July 2025 | Euronews
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Art Wellcome Photography Prize 2025: When photography meets science, health and the human experience Now in its 28th year, the Wellcome Photography Prize honours photography at the intersection of science, health and the human experience. This year’s winners capture powerful stories exploring domestic abuse, climate migration and the hidden dangers of cholesterol. -
Culture news Main stage at Belgium's Tomorrowland music festival completely destroyed by fire Organisers say posts on social media from festival-goers claiming to have received emails saying Tomorrowland had been cancelled were "Fake news". -
Europe News New rule of law conditions proposed for next EU budget could hit Hungary All payments under the biggest item in the seven-year budget plan could be linked to the rule of law, according to plans proposed by the European Commission. This would include cohesion and agricultural funds not yet suspended by Brussels. -
Space Photos: Astronomers capture the birth of planets around a baby sun outside our solar system In a cosmic first, scientists identified signs of early planet formation by looking deep into the gas disk around a baby star far outside our solar system. -
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Europe News Israel hails EU decision not to sanction over Gaza while Palestinians are 'shocked' The EU’s 27 foreign ministers decided at a meeting in Brussels earlier this week not to “punish” Israel for its actions in Gaza and to “keep a close watch” on the country’s implementation of a recent agreement to improve the flow of aid in the strip. -
Nigeria Unknown gunmen kill at least 20 people in an attack in central Nigeria, officials say No one immediately claimed responsibility for the killings, but such attacks are common in Nigeria’s north where local herders and farmers often clash over limited access to land and water. -
Europe News Future Palestinian state a place for women and respect for law, claims foreign minister Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Shahin said any future Palestinian state will be pluralistic, with respect for any deal on a two-state solution for Israel and adherence to international law. She said the Palestinian Authority is on a path to root out corruption, which she admitted "takes time". -
Thailand Thai woman arrested in sex scandal that saw nine Buddhist monks expelled Wilawan Emsawat allegedly seduced and blackmailed several Buddhist monks to rake in large payments worth millions of euros over three years. -
No Comment WATCH: Moment Israeli strikes hit Syrian Defence Ministry in Damascus The Israeli military carried out rare airstrikes deep inside Damascus on Wednesday, targeting Syria’s Defence Ministry headquarters amid ongoing clashes in the country’s south. -
No Comment Men race through Fukuoka with one-tonne floats at Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival In Fukuoka, southwest Japan, the centuries-old Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival came to a roaring finale on Tuesday as teams of men raced through city streets carrying one-tonne floats. -
Israel Netanyahu coalition partner quits Israeli government leaving him with minority in Knesset The political turmoil comes as Israel and Hamas are negotiating a US-backed ceasefire proposal for Gaza. -
Culture news Emma Watson and Harry Potter co-star banned from driving for speeding Emma Watson and her Harry Potter co-star Zoe Wanamaker have both been fined and banned for six-months from driving by the same UK court after separate speeding incidents. -
No Comment Children among dead as Israeli strikes hit Gaza City and Khan Younis At least 41 Palestinians, including children, were killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza, according to hospital officials. -
Turkey Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu handed fresh jail term for insulting an official Ekrem İmamoğlu is already in pre-trial detention on separate charges against him, but has now been given an extra prison sentence. -
Culture news Francofolies de Spa: Controversy over Franco-Israeli singer and former Eurovision contestant Amir Belgium’s music festival Les Francofolies de Spa kicks off this week and is under pressure to cancel the performance of Franco-Israeli singer Amir. Three acts have already walked away from their festival slots - with one citing Amir’s presence in events “organised in support of the Israeli army.” -
Europe News Rival leaders of divided Cyprus seek progress on future amid various challenges Republic of Cyprus' Deputy Government Spokesman Yannis Antoniou told Euronews the aim was a "comprehensive solution to the Cyprus problem". -
Europe News Von der Leyen unveils hugely increased 'strategic' €2 trillion EU budget The new budget will be more flexible to cope with unforeseen crises. -
Tech News Europol-led operation takes down pro-Russian cybercrime network The operation targeted a pro-Russia group that is believed to have attacked several municipalities and organisations linked to a NATO summit. -
No Comment Russia launches 400 drones overnight in latest attacks on Ukraine A wave of Russian drone and missile strikes hit four Ukrainian cities overnight, injuring at least 15 people and damaging civilian infrastructure, Ukrainian officials said. -
Europe in Motion How are poverty levels around the EU as the French rate hits a 30-year high? In the past three years, at least 11 EU countries have seen an increase in poverty levels. Women and young adults are more likely to face poverty or social exclusion. -
Health news Trump administration is pushing for psychedelic therapy. Will it help or hamper the field? US health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr said he wants psychedelic therapies approved within a year, surprising even the staunchest supporters of the drugs. -
Gaza At least 20 killed in stampede at Gaza distribution site, US aid group says The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation accused Hamas of fomenting panic and spreading misinformation that led to the violence, but provided no evidence. -
Travel News UK lifts ban on Pakistan's flag carrier after safety standards improve, diplomat says British High Commissioner Jane Marriott said that after "extensive engagement" between the UK's Air Safety Committee and the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, restrictions on PIA have now been lifted. -
Earth News FIFA urged to rethink the World Cup calendar as summer heat becomes increasingly dangerous Scientists warn extreme heat could endanger players and fans at the 2026 World Cup without major schedule changes. -
Tech News EU should simplify its AI Act and digital rulebook, says Danish minister The European Commission’s digital omnibus is set to come out in December. -
East-West Connect Kazakhstan plans to boost Europe–China trade route. Here’s how Kazakhstan is helping upgrade the multimodal Trans-Caspian trade route to meet the EU’s 15-day transit goal. -
The Exchange The tariff ripple effect on global trade and free zone insights The Trump administration’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs introduced in April has caused uncertainty and sparked a number of trade negotiations with the US’s biggest trading partners, but consumers all over the world are feeling the pain of inflation and price increases caused by supply chain disruptions. -
Europeans' Stories Currency changeover in Bulgaria: the euro replaces the lev in January In an interview with Euronews, Plamen Ralchev says: “The euro is a lifeboat that Bulgaria should board!" The scientist at the University of National and World Economics warns against right-wing populist parties exploiting the currency debate. -
Syria Syrian government officials and Druze leaders agree ceasefire after Israeli strikes Earlier on Wednesday, Israeli forces struck the Syrian General Staff compound in Damascus, citing concerns over violence against the Druze minority. Two civilians were injured in the airstrike. -
Art Not beary funny: Teddy bear artwork made from fake human skin leads to arrest in California A teddy bear made of fake human skin sparked panic in California, leading to residents to fear a serial killer was on the loose. In reality, the teddy bear is a 'Silence of the Lambs'–meets-'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre'-style artwork. -
Travel News Visiting Málaga this summer? New tourist rules urge visitors to cover up and keep quiet The city has also introduced fines of up to €750 for littering, public intoxication and other infractions. -
Europe News Russia launches fresh wave of overnight attacks targeting several Ukrainian cities The Russian attacks come against a deadline set by US President Trump for Russia to end its war and enter into a peace agreement with Ukraine within 50 days or be slapped with severe tariffs and sanctions. -
Tech News Tesla opens first showroom in India, but EVs likely too expensive for locals Tesla pressed Indian authorities to cut import taxes on EVs. -
Israel US ambassador Huckabee attends Netanyahu trial to show support from Trump US ambassador Mike Huckabee's appearance at Netanyahu’s corruption trial follows Trump's call for Israel to throw out the case or pardon the Israeli PM. -
Health news A large Danish study confirms childhood vaccines do not cause autism. Why is the myth so persistent? A major Danish study is the latest to confirm the benefits of routine childhood immunisations. -
Iran Iran regime to undergo change but not towards democracy, veteran diplomat says Alan Eyre, a veteran US diplomat, believes the recent Iran-Israel conflict will militarise Tehran further and diminish the influence of reformists. -
Nature Scientists predicted coastal threats 25 years ago. What did they get right and what did they miss? From agricultural pollution to the spread of invasive species and climate change, there are myriad shifting threats to rocky shores. -
Europe News Polish factory in Ukraine hit by Russian drones in deliberate attack, Poland says Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said the strike on the Barlinek Group's factory in Vinnytsia caused injuries, with two people badly burned. -
Iraq Three oil fields in Iraqi Kurdistan hit by drone strikes as recent spate of attacks continues Three oil fields in Iraqi Kurdistan were targeted by explosive drones on Wednesday, causing material damage without casualties. -
No Comment Iceland volcano erupts, forcing evacuations near Blue Lagoon A volcanic eruption early Wednesday near Sundhnúksgígar forced the evacuation of Grindavík and disrupted tourism at Iceland’s popular Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. -
Markets Renault shares plummet 17% after profit warning and weak results The carmaker disappointed with its preliminary financial figures for the past six months and has not yet found a permanent successor to former CEO Luca de Meo, instead appointing an interim leader. -
Earth News Athens' reservoirs approach historic lows as water supplies face intense pressure, study shows The latest study shows that Athens' reservoirs are very close to historic lows, with a risk of water scarcity. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 16th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
No Comment New Jersey begins recovery after deadly flash floods Authorities confirmed that two people died in Plainfield, New Jersey, when their car was swept away by flash floods during a powerful storm. -
Afghanistan Terror to tourism? Hostage-style video invites visitors to Taliban's Afghanistan Darkly comic videos made by a tour agency and shared by Taliban-linked accounts on social media are encouraging people to travel to Afghanistan. -
Culture news Convicted fraudster Billy McFarland sells infamous Fyre Festival on eBay for less than $250,000 “Entrepreneur” and Fyre Fest fraudster Billy McFarland has sold the brand IP on eBay for less than $250,000 - while still owing $26 million. -
Economy President Trump: Pharma tariff is coming, Indonesia deal sealed The US President announced a list of updates concerning US trade tariffs on Tuesday, including a deal with Indonesia and his plans to gradually increase tariffs on pharmaceutical imports. -
No Comment Olympic and Paralympic medals for 2026 revealed in Venice The official medals for the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games were unveiled in Venice on Tuesday, carried by boat to the Palazzo Balbi on the Grand Canal. -
Art Roman-era erotic mosaic panel stolen by Nazi captain during World War II returns to Pompeii The mosaic - dating between mid- to last century B.C. and the first century - stolen by a Nazi German captain and is considered a work of “extraordinary cultural interest.” -
Economy Senate votes to move ahead with Trump's request for $9 billion in spending cuts Senate Republicans voted to progress President Donald Trump's request to cancel $9 billion in previously approved spending on Tuesday, despite concerns. -
Europe News Georgia's visa-free regime with EU at risk over 'backsliding' concerns The EU plans to reintroduce its visa regime with Georgia unless Tbilisi curbs democratic backsliding. The European Commission will notify the South Caucasus country of its decision by 31 August. -
EuroVerify Is Russia producing a year's worth of NATO ammunition in three months? NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has repeatedly said that Moscow’s annual ammunition production capacity is four times greater than that of the western alliance. -
Markets ASML sees share price drop as Trump’s tariffs darken outlook The Dutch tech firm saw its shares drop almost 7% in morning trading after it released second-quarter results. Sales rose above analysts’ expectations, although ASML warned that tariffs threaten its growth target for 2026. -
Travel News Tourists evacuated after Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula hit by 9th eruption since 2023 Guests at the nearby luxury Blue Lagoon geothermal spa resort were evacuated as a precaution. -
wellbeing Brazilian movement practice helps Parkinson’s patients ease their symptoms and find support Capoeira is considered both a martial art and a dance, combining ritual, exercise, spirituality, and music. -
Health news Mass health scan of 100,000 people in the UK could redefine disease diagnosis, scientists say The trove of data is already revealing early warning signs of conditions like dementia, and confirms that no amount of alcohol is safe for our health. -
Culture news Emmy nominations 2025: Young star of British hit show 'Adolescence' could break an important record The Emmy nominations have been announced, and while Apple TV+'s Severance and The Studio lead the pack, our favourite show of the year - the British four-part drama Adolescence on Netflix - stands to break an important record this year. Here's everything you need to know. -
Culture news A new show in London is retelling the story of Elvis through immersive theatre Using live actors, music, and cutting-edge tech, a new immersive show in East London retelling the story of Elvis Presley’s legendary career. -
Economy UK Treasury chief will slash financial red tape to boost investment Reeves set out the changes in her annual Mansion House speech to finance bigwigs in London, saying she was “rolling back regulation that has gone too far in seeking to eliminate risk”. -
Economy Small business owners in Bulgaria brace for switch from lev to euro in 2026 European Union officials gave the green light in June for Bulgaria to become the 21st member of the eurozone, a key Brussels project aimed at deepening the ties between member countries. -
Europe News Orbán demands EU sanction Ukraine over death of Hungarian conscript Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán claims a Hungarian citizen was beaten to death after refusing army conscription in Ukraine. Kyiv denies the allegations and urges Hungary not to interfere. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 16th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News Does Ukraine’s first-in-Europe internet deal with Starlink mean more dependence on Elon Musk? Kyivstar, Ukraine’s largest mobile operator, started testing a service that would deliver internet from satellites to cellphones. -
Europe News 5 key ideas behind the EU Commission’s new farming rulebook The EU long-term budget reform marks a turning point for EU agricultural policy, granting member states greater control in a partial renationalisation of the bloc’s farm subsidies. -
Europe News Exclusive: Palestinian Foreign Minister 'shocked' at EU's failure to act against Israel over Gaza Palestinian minister for foreign affairs says the EU should sanction Israel over its violations in Gaza and the West Bank, in accordance with the EU’s own rules and values. She said despite a deal struck by the EU to increase aid into Gaza, civilians were still being killed trying to access food.
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Economy Time for EU to put its gun on the table in US tariff spat, says ex-trade chief According to former director-general of DG Trade Jean-Luc Demarty, a balanced agreement with the US is out of reach, and the EU needs political courage to target US digital and financial services. -
Markets Trump's 30% tariffs threaten to burst Europe's bullish trade Trump's threat of a 30% tariff on EU goods from 1 August puts Europe’s bullish growth narrative at risk. With investors heavily positioned in eurozone assets, Goldman warns of a 1.2% GDP hit, raising fears of a sharp reversal if tensions escalate. -
World News UN finds child malnutrition rates have doubled in Gaza since March Hunger has been rising among Gaza’s more than 2 million Palestinians since Israel broke a ceasefire in March to resume the war and banned all food and other supplies from entering Gaza. -
Health news Countries slash global health aid for poorer countries to lowest level in 15 years, study finds The United States has made the deepest cuts, but the United Kingdom, Germany, and France have also reduced global health aid this year. -
World News World’s oldest marathon runner Fauja Singh dies at 114 after being hit by a car A torchbearer for the 2012 London Olympics, Singh took up running at the age of 89 as a way to get over depression after his wife and son died in quick succession in India.