2025-08-25

Gaza

Israeli strike on Gaza hospital kills five journalists, media confirm

At least 20 people were killed by an Israeli strike on a hospital in Khan Younis on Monday, according to reports from the scene, including journalists and camera operators working for Associated Press, Reuters and Al Jazeera.

25/08/2025

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More than 2,800 swimmers cross continents in Istanbul Bosphorus event

Thousands of swimmers crossed the Bosphorus on Sunday as Istanbul hosted the 37th Intercontinental Swimming Race, an annual event linking Asia and Europe in open water.

25/08/2025

Art

In Pictures: Ballerinas take centre stage on iconic Bucharest avenue

Ballerinas performed outside Romania’s National History Museum this weekend as part of Dance Night - a festival that brings a mix of dance styles to Bucharest’s Calea Victoriei avenue.

25/08/2025

Markets

Gloomy opening on the European markets after Friday rally in the US

Leading European stock indexes opened lower on Monday following a major rally on Friday across the US markets. UK trading remained closed for a bank holiday.

25/08/2025

France

US ambassador summoned after criticising France over antisemitism

Charles Kushner accused the French government of not doing enough to tackle the hate crime.

25/08/2025

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Italy’s tourist resorts hit by violent storm, leaving damage

A powerful storm swept Italy’s northern Adriatic coast at the weekend, battering tourist resorts and residential areas.

25/08/2025

Culture news

What's behind the mass music festival boycott in UK over the weekend?

Several bands pulled out from the Victorious music festival over the weekend, in some cases just hours before their scheduled performances. They were standing in solidarity with the Irish folk group The Mary Wallopers, who had their set cut short for displaying a Palestinian flag.

25/08/2025

USA

US National Guard units begin carrying weapons in Washington

The move comes after Trump deployed hundreds of troops to the US capital in what he portrayed as a crime crackdown.

25/08/2025

Business

Keurig Dr Pepper to buy European coffee firm JDE Peet’s in €16bn deal

As part of the deal strategy, the companies will break up their coffee and soft-drinks units.

25/08/2025

Culture news

Watch Kneecap play Paris gig despite pro-Israeli protestors

The Irish rap trio took to Paris' Rock en Seine stage following weeks of tension and had the last word when faced with pro-Israel supporters.

25/08/2025

Culture news

The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

A London exhibition pays tribute to Jean-Francois Millet's riveting rural portraits, Austin Butler stars in crime caper 'Caught Stealing', and Sabrina Carpenter releases her highly-anticipated (and controversial) new album.

25/08/2025

Italy

Three underage siblings die on overcrowded boat trying to reach Italy

The three children are the latest to die on a migration route that has claimed more than 30,000 lives since 2014.

25/08/2025

EuroVerify

No, JD Vance did not say Romania is a French colony

A Facebook post by a Romanian MEP claims that JD Vance said Romania is a French colony. However, both the statement itself and the assertion that he said this are false.

25/08/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | August 25th, 2025 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 25th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

25/08/2025

Economy

Which European countries have the most job vacancies?

There are over 1 million vacant jobs in Germany, 750,000 in the UK, and 500,000 in France. Euronews Business takes a closer look at job vacancy rates and numbers across Europe.

25/08/2025

Destinations

Skip Europe’s capitals for these hidden second city gems

With European capitals seeing surging visitor numbers, these overlooked second cities can be affordable, culture-rich destinations.

25/08/2025

Ecotech

Lab-grown oils could make your cosmetics deforestation-free

Traditional palm and cocoa butter supply chains can take months. SMEY’s lab-grown oils cut that down to only 30 days.

25/08/2025

Yemen

Israeli airstrikes targeting Iran-backed Houthis rock Yemen's capital

At least six people were killed and 86 injured after multiple areas across the Yemeni capital of Sanaa were hit by Israeli airstrikes, according to the Houthi-run health ministry.

25/08/2025

Europe News

Zelenskyy marks independence anniversary vowing to fight for Ukraine

On Ukraine's Independence Day, President Zelenskyy pledged ongoing resistance to Russian forces. Canada committed $2 billion in military assistance to Ukraine.

25/08/2025