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Europe News Fires in Greece: helping the animals Threatened by forest fires, local residents and associations in the Greek town of Patras are coming to the aid of livestock and wild and domestic animals. -
Spain One dead and 19 injured after migrant shipwreck found drifting off Mallorca The vessel was found more than four kilometres off Mallorca’s southern coast after a private boat rescued an immigrant from the sea who alerted authorities to the shipwreck. -
Belgium NATO defence chiefs hold 'candid discussion' on security guarantees for Ukraine Assurances that it won't be invaded again in the future are one of the keys for getting Ukraine to sign up for a peace deal with Russia. -
Taiwan Taiwan court sentences ex-legislator's son for illegal fuel transfers to North Korea Illegal transfers at sea are one of the few ways North Korea, largely isolated from the international community, can obtain fuel because of strict United Nations sanctions against its nuclear weapons and missile programmes. -
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Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2025 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
No Comment Homes destroyed and dozens injured in Russian drone barrage on Ukraine Russia launched a major drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, with the Sumy region bearing the brunt as strikes left at least 14 people injured, officials said. -
Culture news Historic tall ships arrive in Amsterdam for tenth edition of maritime festival SAIL The first SAIL event was first held in 1975 and this year's edition coincides with Amsterdam's 750th birthday. -
Poland Russian military drone crashes and explodes in eastern Poland, defence minister says A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told the media that the drone was a Russian version of the Shahed model, which is produced by Iran. -
Italy Passengers evacuated from Italian airport after 'lunatic' sets fire to check-in desks Tourists fled a blaze at Milan's Malpensa Airport after a man started a fire in Terminal 1 and caused damage with a hammer, according to reports. -
Art What if James Bond was gay? New London comedy play takes on the battle to cast 007 Loosely inspired by producer Barbara Broccoli, the play follows a fictional producer scrambling to recast 007 after scandal strikes, raising questions about what the world’s most famous spy should look like today. -
Germany Germany charges man suspected of planning attack on Israeli embassy Prosecutors say the man also intended to join the so-called Islamic State group in Pakistan to receive military training after pledging allegiance to the terrorist organisation. -
No Comment Protesters criticise Trump over Gaza war and trade tariffs in Brazil Dozens of protesters gathered outside the US Consulate in São Paulo to denounce US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on Brazilian exports and his support for Israel’s war in Gaza. -
Earth News Crackdown on 'forever chemicals' expands ahead of EU rules overhaul As the EU prepares a broader reform of its chemical legislation, the European Chemicals Agency has updated its proposal to restrict “forever chemicals,” adding new sectors to the scope of its planned ban. -
Culture news Terrorism case against Kneecap rapper Mo Chara adjourned by UK court A member of rap trio Kneecap, Mo Chara, has been released on unconditional bail after appearing in court today, charged with supporting a proscribed terror organisation. -
Cult Gabala Music Festival: Six days of opera and jazz in the Caucasus Every summer, the Gabala International Music Festival turns this Azerbaijani mountain resort into an open-air stage, hosting world-class jazz, opera and orchestras against the backdrop of the Caucasus. -
Travel News Paris residents fight overtourism and ‘Disneyfication' of beloved Montmartre neighbourhood Paris welcomed 48,7 million tourists in 2024 and residents say visitor numbers are taking their toll. -
Europe in Motion Watch the video: Where in the EU do people most want to move away from? Lack of affordable housing and job opportunities are among the main reasons to leave. But the local political situation also plays a part. -
No Comment Aid agencies criticise Gaza airdrops as unsafe and ineffective International donors carried out new airdrops of humanitarian aid over the Gaza Strip, where residents continue to face acute food shortages under Israel’s blockade and ongoing military operations. -
Business US government pushes for 10% Intel stake amid US-China chip war The Trump administration is moving to convert billions in CHIPS Act subsidies into a 10% equity stake in Intel. The first-of-its-kind deal would make Washington the company’s largest shareholder and signal a new era of direct government ownership in Silicon Valley. -
Business US President meets BHP and Rio Tinto chiefs over Arizona copper mine Executives of two of the world’s biggest mining companies, BHP and Rio Tinto, have lobbied at the White House as part of their long-running bid to develop a vast copper mine in the US. -
Syria US-led coalition in Syria captures leader of so-called Islamic State group The IS jihadist group broke away from al-Qaeda more than a decade ago and attracted supporters from around the world after it declared a so-called caliphate in 2014 in large parts of Syria and Iraq. -
No Comment Protesters call for central government control of wildfires in Spain Demonstrations continued in Castile and León against the handling of widespread wildfires, with residents demanding stronger action and greater involvement from Spain’s central government. -
Europe News ING bank probed for role in Didier Reynders money laundering case The former EU Justice Commissioner came under investigation in December 2024. -
Focus UN conference adopts Awaza Programme to boost trade and resilience in landlocked countries In Awaza, Turkmenistan, the United Nations set a 10-year roadmap to tackle the economic, trade and infrastructure challenges facing 32 landlocked developing countries across four continents. -
Europeans' Stories Renaturalisation of wetlands slows global warming and species decline For many centuries, farmers drained swamps to gain arable land. But this contributes to climate change. The European Union wants to change this, and an EU law sets out a detailed timetable: By 2050, half of the damaged moors are expected to be "healed" - a third of them through rewetting. -
Qatar 365 Books, literature and scholarships: Exploring education in Qatar The annual Doha International Book Fair brings together bookworms, literary fans and cultural exchanges from all over the world. We explore how Qatar’s libraries and national reading campaigns incorporate technology and art into their strategies, and meet a few international publishers. -
France France hits back after Netanyahu accuses Macron of fuelling antisemitism Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had criticised French President Emmanuel Macron's pledge to recognise a Palestinian state. -
Kazakhstan Kazakhstan breaks ground on first modern nuclear power plant Kazakhstan has begun the first modern nuclear power plant project in Ulken, Almaty region, with Russia's Rosatom. This will boost economic growth and infrastructure. -
Cinema Once Upon A Time In London: Quentin Tarantino to bring his debut play to the West End The director of 'Pulp Fiction' and 'Kill Bill' has revealed that his next project is a theatre play that will go into production in early 2026 in London. He plans to relocated to the UK, and if the show is successful, he added that the project could become his final film. -
Israel Israel to call up 60,000 reservists ahead of new military operation in Gaza City Israel is preparing a major military operation in Gaza City, calling up tens of thousands of reservists. Human rights groups warn of a worsening humanitarian crisis. -
Health news Death toll rises to 4 in botulism outbreak in Italy Public concern is growing in Italy, especially in regions where several people have been hospitalised after consuming contaminated food. -
Travel News Air Canada resume flights after half a million passengers affected by strikes Here’s what passengers need to know about their rights to compensation and what their travel insurance can cover. -
Markets Pop Mart shares rise 12% as Labubu maker announces stellar profits and new doll The firm announced the launch of a new Labubu doll as the furry elf toys continue to take the world by storm. -
France France investigates death of streamer over concerns of 'horrifying' violence Raphael Graven — who was known online as Jean Pormanove or JP — died during a live stream after days of violence and abuse, according to reports. -
Tech News Danish university to scrutinise international tech researchers amid spying concerns The tightened vetting process applies to researchers from China, Russia and Iran, which Danish intelligence officials consider high risk for espionage. -
Tech News Google updates terms for app marketplace following EU pressure Google said it is making the changes following discussions with the European Commission. -
Euronews Debates Europe’s flagship innovation event returns to Brussels – and you’re invited The European Commission’s flagship research and innovation event returns this September, bringing top scientists, business leaders, and EU policymakers together for two days of live and online discussions. -
Culture news Former FBI chief James Comey sparks MAGA outrage over his Taylor Swift confession Former FBI Director James Comey has released a video in which he confesses he's a massive Swiftie and that Taylor Swift's music has been a "coping mechanism" in the face of Donald Trump. The backlash was... swift. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2025 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe in Motion European brews: Alcohol-free sector expands in Europe The alcohol-free beer sector grew by 11% in 2024. While Germany leads in production, the Netherlands is the EU's biggest exporter. -
Art It’s staying home: UK raises £3.8 million to keep rare Barbara Hepworth sculpture The UK government had issued an export bar on the sculpture after it was sold at an auction in March 2024, citing its cultural significance. -
Ukraine Russian overnight attack injures 14 in Ukraine's Sumy region The latest Russian attack overnight on Wednesday on Ukraine's Sumy region injured 14, including children. Zelenskyy urged more sanctions and security guarantees to end Russia's ongoing all-out war. -
Europe News Why Brussels doesn’t hate air conditioning — but Europe still struggles with it No, the EU hasn't banned air conditioning. So why do Europeans still resist it? Here's a policy look at Europe’s love-hate relationship with staying cool through the summer. -
No Comment Underwater Christ statue in Liguria cleaned by divers The submerged statue of Christ of the Abyss, a landmark off Liguria’s coast, has been cleaned in an underwater operation. -
North Korea Chinese national in California jailed for exporting weapons to North Korea Shenghua Wen, 42, received around $2 million (€1.7 million) from North Korean officials to ship firearms and ammunition from California. -
Afghanistan Bus crash in Afghanistan kills dozens of migrants returning from Iran A collision between a bus and two other vehicles killed at least 79 people, including 19 children, in northwestern Afghanistan, local media reported. -
EuroVerify Did Trump make EU leaders wait in line outside his office? Posts are being widely shared featuring an image that social media users claim shows European leaders waiting in line to meet US President Donald Trump. However, the image is false. -
Culture news Eurovision Song Contest 2026 to take place in Vienna It will be Vienna's third time as host, following 1967 and 2015. JJ won this year's Eurovision with the song 'Wasted Love'. The official date for next year's final has also been revealed... -
Syria Syria and Israel hold first direct talks in US-brokered meeting In US-brokered talks, Syria and Israel discussed restoring a 1974 ceasefire to de-escalate tensions following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime. -
Space Tiny new moon spotted around Uranus by powerful space telescope The new moon, still nameless, ups the planet's total moon count to 29. -
Healthcare New malaria drug for newborn babies offers hope to parents, health workers in Uganda Until recently, a major gap in malaria treatment was how to care for newborns and infants infected with malaria who weren’t strong enough to receive regular medication. -
Health news Teen vaping linked to higher risk of smoking, marijuana, and alcohol use, study finds The researchers called for stronger action to prevent teenagers and young adults from getting hooked on e-cigarettes. -
Culture news Kneecap rapper Mo Chara to appear in UK court over alleged support for terror group Kneecap member Mo Chara is scheduled to appear in court today in London. The Metropolitan Police has issued Public Order Act conditions for today’s court date, which has prompted Kneecap to react: "It is a distraction from war crimes that the British State support." -
Earth News Adaptation efforts like early warnings and preparedness have cut Europe’s flood deaths and losses Researchers analysed more than 1,700 floods to untangle the effects of climate change, exposure, and adaptation. -
EuroVerify Have Dutch police arrested Israelis for war crimes? Several posts on social media allege that Dutch police have arrested an Israeli soldier and a major general. However, in both cases, the pictures show the arrest of other people in different countries. -
Egypt Aid drivers hope for Gaza entry as Egyptian and Palestinian leaders meet at Rafah crossing Euronews travelled to the Rafah border crossing with the Egyptian foreign minister and the Palestinian premier. -
Economy Cash is king: Why does the eurozone need a digital euro? The digital euro aims to preserve the role of cash in the digital era, ensuring secure, inclusive payments and protecting eurozone monetary sovereignty. While it won’t rival the dollar globally, it could strengthen Europe’s financial autonomy. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 20th, 2025 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 20th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Health news New study finds link between sleep problems and self-harm in teenage years There is a direct link between sleep problems at age 14 and self-harm by age 17, a new study says. -
Ukraine US and EU to push for the return of abducted Ukrainian children from Russia The return of the forcefully deported Ukrainian children “is a subject at the top of all lists,” Donald Trump said, adding that the US and Europe will work together with Ukraine and the rest of the world “to hopefully bringing them home to their families". -
Gaza Israel under pressure to respond to ceasefire proposal as strikes on Gaza continue Qatar has stressed the urgency of brokering a ceasefire in Gaza after Hamas showed a “positive response” to a proposal from Arab countries, but Israel has yet to weigh in as its military prepares an offensive in some of the territory's most densely populated areas.