6 August 2025 | Euronews
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Culture news Fifty stages and 1,00 performances await guests at this year's Sziget Festival in Hungary New additions this year include a nightclub and several new stages, while the island’s beach has been closed due to high water levels on the Danube. -
Europe News Delegates from 100 countries meet for last-chance talks to reduce plastic pollution Delegates from 176 UN member states, NGOs, scientists and industrialists are meeting in Geneva until 14 August to negotiate an international treaty to reduce plastic pollution. -
Ukraine Trump tells European leaders he will meet with Putin and Zelenskyy Vladimir Putin held talks with Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow, days before the White House's revised deadline for Russia to reach a peace deal or potentially face severe economic penalties. -
Pakistan Pakistan extends deportation deadline for Afghan refugees but UN remains concerned Afghans have fled to Pakistan over the past four decades to escape war, political instability and economic hardship in their homeland. -
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Belarus Belarus targets government critics with continued raids and detention, activists say Mass arrests and convictions of government critics have continued since Alexander Lukashenko was handed a sixth term as president in an election that the opposition and the West denounced as rigged. -
Economy Trump cranks up India tariffs to 50% in an attempt to pressure Russia Brazil and India now face the world’s steepest blanket tariff at 50%, with India targeted for Russian oil purchases undermining US sanctions. -
World News Historic peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan might be signed in the US Donald Trump is hosting the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington this week for a summit which could advance a much-anticipated peace agreement between the two. The meeting would send a strong signal to Moscow regarding the two countries' commitment to finding a solution without Russia. -
Tech News Meta removes 6.8 million WhatsApp accounts linked to criminal scammers The account deletions are part of wider company efforts to crack down on scams. -
Culture news Extraordinary ancient tattoo art uncovered on 2300-year-old ice mummy in groundbreaking study Using near-infrared imaging, researchers uncovered extraordinary hand-poked designs of tigers, griffins and tiny roosters on the body of a 2300-year-old Siberian mummy. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 6th, 2025 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 6th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe in Motion Hedging bets: Who are the people driving up gambling figures in Europe? Most gamblers in Europe are men, but women tend to develop gambling problems more quickly. Underage gambling mostly happens in southern European and Balkan countries. -
No Comment Lanterns released on Hiroshima river in tribute to atomic bomb victims Candle-lit lanterns drifted along the Motoyasu River in Hiroshima on Wednesday, with crowds gathering to remember those killed in the atomic bombing 80 years ago. -
Europe News Croatian MEP's wartime photo causes a stir in neighbouring Serbia and prompts calls for resignation Tonino Picula's tweet commemorating Operation Storm sparked backlash in Serbia, with calls for his removal. An Austrian MEP and his party colleague from Vienna called it a serious diplomatic misstep. -
No Comment One dead as France battles largest wildfire of this summer in Aude France’s largest wildfire this summer has killed one person and injured nine others as it spread across 13,000 hectares in Aude by Wednesday. -
Culture news South Park vs ICE: Hit show gearing up to troll Trump once more with viral teaser trailer A now-viral teaser for the new South Park episode indicates that show creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone will once again target Donald Trump, as well as his administration’s ICE raids. The new trailer even led the Department of Homeland Security to hit back online. -
Tech News ChatGPT gives teens dangerous advice on drugs, dieting, and self-harm, study warns A new study sheds light on ChatGPT's alarming interactions with teens. -
Italy Italy greenlights €13 billion project to build world's largest suspension bridge to Sicily Transport Minister Matteo Salvini said the project will boost development in southern Italy, but it has raised security and environmental concerns. -
No Comment Israeli airstrikes kill dozens in Gaza as UN clinic area hit Israeli airstrikes struck areas near a UN-run clinic in Gaza City on Wednesday, destroying homes and tents sheltering displaced people, according to Palestinian news agency Wafa. -
Cinema Princess of Wales’ foundation launches animated films to support children’s development The Princess of Wales has launched an animated film series which focuses on childhood development. The films, now on YouTube, are designed for use by charities, early years education professionals, and families. -
Travel News Trump administration unveils plan to charge some visitors visa security deposit of up to $15,000 The Trump administration is moving towards tightening entry restrictions, with a new measure that could make it more burdensome for citizens of certain countries to obtain a visa. -
Lithuania Lithuania asks NATO for air defence support after Russian drone incursions Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys said he had spoken with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about "the recent drone incidents". -
Europeans' Stories Spain’s housing crisis deepens: residents’ anger is rising Millions across Europe are being priced out of housing, with Spain at the heart of the crisis. Euronews’s international correspondent Valérie Gauriat reports from Barcelona, where skyrocketing rents and property speculation are pushing residents to the brink. -
Modern Nomads Kazakhstan is changing how citizens think about environmental waste What happens when environmental change becomes a national mission? Kazakhstan’s nationwide ecological campaign aims to bring people together to make a positive impact on the natural world. -
Qatar 365 Education in Qatar, from hands-on STEM learning to film masterclasses Education doesn’t have to be all about school. Stepping outside of the classroom can bring great lessons, especially in STEM, sports and fine arts. Qatar 365 looks at how hands-on learning and life experiences can be a major launchpad for success. -
Tech News A British politician turned himself into an AI chatbot. Meet the UK’s first ‘virtual MP’ The British MP said his digital twin will enable constituents to reach him 24/7. -
Climate Record coral losses in Great Barrier Reef spark concern over escalating climate stress Some of the reefs surveyed lost as much as 70 per cent of their corals. -
Tech News Dutch privacy watchdog warns against Israeli terms for aid organisations EU privacy regulators will discuss how the new measures tally with the EU’s data transfer deal with Israel. -
Europe News At least one killed as massive wildfire in southern France continues to burn A massive wildfire has left at least one person dead, while nine others have been reported injured. The blaze is France's largest wildfire so far this summer. -
Culture news 'Rock ’n’ Rom': Romanian teacher channels Elvis to fight anti-Roma prejudice In Romania, Tudor Lakatos blends rock 'n' roll and activism to challenge stereotypes and inspire Roma children – one hip-swivel and Elvis classic at a time. -
Iran Iran executes one man accused of spying for Israel and another for Islamic State links Rouzbeh Vadi shared classified information about an Iranian nuclear scientist to Israel’s intelligence service, the Mossad, state media reported. -
Economy Despite tough talk, most Canadian, Mexican goods dodge new Trump tariffs Canada and Mexico have been at the centre of Trump's tariff positioning from day one, but it seems that the pre-existing USMCA deal protects most goods from US tariffs. -
EuroVerify Fact check: No, the EU is not eroding European democracy European countries, including EU member states, tend to dominate democracy indexes, even as democracy faces threats worldwide. -
Culture news Director Francis Ford Coppola gives update following 'scheduled' cardiac procedure in Rome Amid reports that the legendary American director had been hospitalised in Italy, Coppola released a statement reassuring fans. -
Europe News Electoral authorities strip Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik of presidency after court ban Milorad Dodik lost his presidency according to electoral law after an appeals court upheld a six-year political ban last Friday. He plans to stay in office and appeal the decision. -
Moments Travelling in Europe this summer? Here are all the things that could ruin your holiday Be prepared by taking out the right travel insurance, staying up to date with weather warnings, and getting your head around tourist taxes. -
No Comment Fresh wildfires force evacuations in northern Spain A new wildfire outbreak was reported in Guxín, following a wave of forest fires that had already burned 515 hectares in A Coruña province since Saturday. -
Culture news Former Rolling Stone Mick Taylor claims Met Museum has his stolen guitar A rock 'n' roll relic is stirring up drama between a guitar legend and one of New York's most iconic museums. -
Business Sabadell shareholders approve sale of TSB to Santander as BBVA threat looms Banco Sabadell on Wednesday unanimously approved the sale of its British subsidiary TSB to Banco Santander for around €3bn. The transaction seeks to shield the group's independence from the hostile takeover bid launched by BBVA. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 6th, 2025 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 6th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news Oasis fans raise more than €17,000 for family of man who died at Wembley concert Lee Claydon died on Saturday 2 August after falling from one of the upper stands in Wembley Stadium during an Oasis show. A GoFundMe page has been set up and has so far raised more than £15,000 (€17,000). -
Lebanon Lebanon tells army to prepare plan to disarm Hezbollah by end of the year Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is under growing pressure from the US to ensure that the Iran-aligned militant group lays down its weapons. -
Markets Novo Nordisk keeps growing, fuelling hopes of a stock rebound Novo Nordisk reported 18% sales growth in the first half of 2025, despite a profit warning that triggered a record share drop. Goldman Sachs says the sell-off is overdone and analysts highlight a potential buying opportunity. -
No Comment Hundreds protest nuclear weapons at Hiroshima ceremony Demonstrators gathered near the Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima on Wednesday, despite authorities’ requests to leave, as the city marked the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing. -
Europe News What lies ahead for Karol Nawrocki, Poland's new president? Poland's new President Karol Nawrocki is expected to challenge Prime Minister Donald Tusk's policies, raising questions about potential effects this might have both at home and abroad. -
Lifestyle UK regulatory watchdog ASA bans Zara ads for portraying ‘unhealthily thin’ models Two advertisements from fashion giant Zara have been deemed “socially irresponsible” and banned for featuring models that appeared “unhealthily thin”. -
No Comment Hiroshima remembers victims on 80th anniversary of atomic bombing Hiroshima commemorated the 80th anniversary of the US atomic bombing that devastated the city and killed 140,000 people. -
Health news China comes down hard on chikungunya virus outbreak More than 7,000 cases of the mosquito-borne disease have been reported in China. -
France France arrests man who lit cigarette from war memorial flame in Paris A video posted on social media shows a man lighting a cigarette from the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Paris before calmly walking away. -
Culture news ‘The Walking Dead’ actress Kelley Mack dies aged 33 Kelley Mack, who appeared in many TV shows including AMC's The Walking Dead, died after battling a type of tumor that affects the brain or spinal cord. She is remembered for her "infectious enthusiasm and dedication to her work" which "inspired countless others in the industry and beyond." -
Economy Trump narrows Fed chair candidates to four, excluding Treasury Secretary Bessent Trump said in an interview with CNBC that he had removed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent from consideration for Fed chair because Bessent wanted to remain in his current role. -
Culture news Eighty years on, Hiroshima and Nagasaki survivors are still calling for peace Eighty years after Hiroshima and Nagasaki, ageing survivors are urging the world to remember what was lost – and to imagine a future without nuclear weapons. -
Economy India attacks US and Europe's 'double standards' in their trade relationship with Russia India criticised countries trading with Russia while targeting India. EU trade with Russia hit €67.5bn in 2024. Trump threatened tariffs on Indian goods, escalating tensions. -
Nature Viral livestream of Argentina’s deep-sea creatures stirs pride and protest over science cuts A deep-sea livestream is sparking fascination and raising alarm over cuts to Argentina’s scientific research. -
Economy Europe’s job market: Which sector has the most job postings? Top 20 revealed Installation & maintenance, sales and management rank among the top five sectors in the UK, Germany, France, and the Netherlands, according to job postings on Indeed. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 6th, 2025 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 6th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Health news RFK Jr announces halt to $500 million in federal vaccine development funding US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr says the administration is focusing on coming up with a universal vaccine, replacing mRNA technologies and overcoming their limitations. -
Tech News German government urged to start proper supervision of AI Germany is one of several EU member states that have missed a 2 August deadline to put oversight authorities in place on AI. -
Europe News EU credibility at risk over Israel stance, warns ex-ambassador The inconsistent application of international law on Israel’s actions in Gaza and the West Bank is damaging Europe’s credibility with the Global South, with which the EU aims to strengthen trade ties, former EU Ambassador to Palestine tells Euronews. -
Japan Hiroshima marks 80th anniversary since US atomic bombing of the city Japan held a memorial service and ceremony for victims and the remaining survivors of the US atomic bombing of Hiroshima, marking its 80th anniversary and renewing pledges of working towards a world without nuclear weapons. -
Nutrition Obesity can be passed from parents to children. But do mothers’ or fathers’ genes matter more? A new study suggests mothers’ genes could play an indirect role in shaping their children’s health, even when they aren’t passed on. -
World News UN Security Council meets to discuss Israel-Hamas war and Gaza hostage situation Members of the UN Security Council offered their sympathy to Israeli hostages after a video showing an emaciated captive was released by Hamas, but called on Israel to end its self-created humanitarian catastrophe and allow more aid to enter the besieged territory.