29 August 2025 | Euronews
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Finland Finland will remove swastikas from its air force flags to avoid 'awkwardness' with Western allies Blue swastikas on white backgrounds that have featured on the flags of various Finnish Air Force units since 1918, which officials say is in no way connected to Nazi Germany, are being gradually phased out in an effort to enhance integration with Western allies following NATO membership. -
USA US revokes visas of Palestinian officials ahead of UN General Assembly, State Department says The State Department also suspended a programme that had allowed injured Palestinian children from Gaza to come to the US for medical treatment after a social media outcry by some conservatives. -
Haiti Irish missionary among eight freed in Haiti after kidnapping during orphanage attack Gena Heraty, who has worked in Haiti since 1993, is the director of a special needs programme for children and adults at the the Saint-Hélène orphanage. -
Indonesia Tensions soar in Indonesia as protests over police brutality and lawmakers' allowances continue Clashes between demonstrators and riot police also broke out in other cities across the country, including Surabaya, Solo, Yogyakarta, Medan, Makassar, Manado, Bandung and Manokwari in the easternmost Papua region. -
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World News Beach tourism in Italy: A traditional sector in crisis or a case of changing tastes? Empty beaches and high prices have been making headlines this summer in Italy. Industry groups report a significant drop in visitors, but managers and associations disagree over the real cause. -
United Kingdom UK government wins appeal over ruling that would have blocked migrants staying in Epping hotel The government was particularly worried that the High Court decision could have been a catalyst for other similar decisions around the country, which would have thrown its policies for housing asylum-seekers into disarray. -
Economy Does the EU-US trade deal break WTO rules? By granting tariff advantages to the US, the EU risks violating WTO international trade rules. The political impact could be significant. -
Lifestyle Russia pushes ‘Made in Moscow’ Fashion Week amid western isolation and ongoing war As fallout from the Kremlin's war against Ukraine continues, Russia has launched a 'Made in Moscow' drive at its annual fashion week. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 29th, 2025 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 29th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Will the cooperation summit in China try to appease Putin on Ukraine? Chinese President Xi Jinping will host leaders from around 20 countries at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's security summit in Tianjin. -
Europe News Hungary declines to condemn Russian attack on Kyiv which damaged EU building The EU's high representative issued a statement calling the deadly attacks a war crime and calling for increased support for Ukraine. The document was signed by 26 member states, without Hungary. -
Ukraine Zelenskyy seeks talks with Trump and European leaders to discuss slow progress of peace efforts Zelenskyy accuses Russia of dragging out negotiations, including by putting off a summit with the argument that the groundwork for a possible peace settlement must be thrashed out first by lower-level officials. -
Europe News 'Broad support' to send European military instructors to Ukraine after a ceasefire, says Kallas The EU's top diplomat argues that extending EUMAM's mandate to train Ukrainian soldiers at home could be a security guarantee. -
Health news Denmark is in the midst of a ‘very unusual’ flu outbreak. A music festival is the culprit Influenza typically causes outbreaks in the winter months in Denmark. -
USA Trump ends federal security detail for former Vice President Kamala Harris The Democrat received an automatic six months of protection after leaving office, which Joe Biden renewed for another year. -
Economy Inflation in France, Spain and Italy was lower than expected in August, data shows Inflation remained subdued in three of the four biggest economies in the European Union, fuelling hopes that the European Central Bank will not see the necessity to change the key interest rates in September. -
Europe in Motion Watch the video - School costs are rising faster than inflation: Which countries pay the most? As children return to school, European families are once again bracing for a very expensive September with education costs on the rise for school items and textbooks. -
No Comment Protesters accuse Castile and León of mishandling deadly wildfires Protesters and firefighters gathered outside the Castile and León Parliament in Valladolid on Friday, accusing the regional government of mismanaging August’s devastating wildfires. -
Climate 20 years after Hurricane Katrina: Could cuts to disaster preparedness leave the US vulnerable again? Experts warn that another Hurricane Katrina isn’t just possible, but it’s also likely. -
Health news Shingles vaccine could lower risk of heart attack and stroke, study finds Adults vaccinated against shingles had an 18 per cent lower risk of serious heart problems, the analysis found. -
Earth News 14-year-old boy confesses to deliberately starting several fires in Portugal, police say Police say the boy said he was frustrated because of poor results in school and faced difficulties in socialising with his peers. -
No Comment Mount Etna glows with lava as eruptions light the night sky Mount Etna was partially closed to visitors on Thursday after fresh volcanic activity sent lava streaming down its slopes and bursts of fire into the sky. -
Gaza Israel says bodies of two hostages returned as military declares Gaza City combat zone The Hostages and Missing Families Forum, which has organised mass protests demanding a ceasefire to return the hostages, said Israeli leaders should prioritise a ceasefire deal to return both the living and the dead. -
Mexico WATCH: Fight erupts in Mexico's senate as politicians shove each other The brawl between senators Senators Alejandro 'Alito' Moreno and Gerardo Fernández Noroña came after a heated discussion over the presence of foreign troops. -
Europe in Motion Too loud to sleep: Which EU country is most affected by noise pollution? Noise pollution threatens the health of millions of Europeans. Sleep disturbance, cardiovascular diseases, and mental disorders are the main effects. -
Healthcare England to make chickenpox jab free for children for the first time England will join countries such as Germany, Canada, the United States, and Australia, which already include the jab in their routine vaccination programmes. -
Venezuela The US brings in a navy fleet to Venezuela's coast — but does the Suns cartel exist? American vessels are expected to arrive off South America next week in an apparent attempt to stop drug trafficking. -
Tech News The Europeans who made Time magazine’s most influential people in AI Sam Altman and the big AI companies made the list, but there were also some surprising names. -
Tech News Amnesty calls on governments to reign in Big Tech. But as Trump’s tech threat looms, will they? The report said AI is ‘the next phase’ of tech giants’ global ‘dominance’. -
Europe News Will the EU dare to sanction Russia's closest allies? The idea is back on the table The EU is equipped with a last-resort option to punish countries that help Russia avoid sanctions. Has the time finally arrived to put it to use? -
Nature Watch an adorable snow leopard cub take her first steps outside at UK zoo The cub, Bheri, is the first to be born at the zoo in its 94-year history. -
Malaysia Religious leaders urged to action for peace at Kuala Lumpur summit Malaysia's PM Anwar Ibrahim urges religious leaders to embrace peace and morality amid declining trust. The summit in Kuala Lumpur focuses on global unity. -
Markets UK bank shares tumble as sector fears new tax British banks Barclays, Lloyds and NatWest saw their share price fall following news that the UK government could implement new taxes on the sector to fill a sizeable gap in the budget. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 29th, 2025 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 29th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Fake images of PM Meloni and other women politicians on porn website spark outrage in Italy The Phica forum, which featured altered images of Italian women, closed after facing a backlash led by MEP Alessandra Moretti and other victims. -
Yemen Iran-backed Houthi PM killed in Israeli airstrikes on Yemen's capital Iran-backed Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi was killed in Israeli airstrikes on Sanaa, according to Yemeni and Israeli reports. The strikes also targeted top military officials, including the group's defence minister. -
Tech News EU tech chief faces pressure to confront Trump over digital threats A spokesperson for the Commission has said that Henna Virkkunen will fight back against unfounded claims. -
Culture news Newly discovered document adds evidence that Shroud of Turin is not Jesus' crucifixion shroud A unearthed document, detailed in a new study, offers compelling and the oldest evidence that the Turin Shroud - long believed to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ - is “clerical fraud.” -
EuroVerify No, this video doesn't show an altercation between an immigrant and Spaniards in Barcelona The video is ultimately satirical and doesn't even take place in Spain. -
Economy EU Commission's US trade deal set for rocky reception in Parliament The EU Commission has launched implementation of its trade agreement with the US, promising to ease the burden on the EU automotive sector. But the adoption of the text is not guaranteed, with some MEPs denouncing the agreement as unbalanced. -
Cinema Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Sorry, Baby' - A masterful exploration of coping with trauma The story of a young academic attempting to heal in the aftermath of sexual assault, 'Sorry, Baby' is one of the most relatable depictions of trauma we've seen on-screen yet. -
Climate How flash droughts driven by climate change sparked record wildfires in Spain These sudden, intense droughts accelerate vegetation drying, increasing wildfire risks across vulnerable regions. -
No Comment Families leave Gaza City ahead of expanded Israeli offensive Plumes of smoke rose over Gaza on Friday as Israel prepared for an expanded offensive in the territory, warning Gaza City could face destruction in the coming days. -
Cinema Original Harry Potter director Chris Columbus on reboot HBO series: ‘What’s the point?’ "It’s all going to be the same.” Chris Columbus has shared his views on the controversial Harry Potter TV series adaptation, questioning the need to replicate the original films. The new show will hit small screens in 2027. -
Travel News Ryanair offers oversized baggage-spotting bonuses for staff as low-cost carriers tighten rules Gate staff can earn €2.50 for every non-compliant bag they catch as Ryanair enforces its limits. -
Culture news 165-million-year-old spiked dinosaur with ‘weaponised tail’ discovered in Morocco The discovery of the dinosaur remains reveals the earliest known ankylosaur with extreme armour and a possible tail weapon 30 million years earlier than previously thought. -
EuroVerify No, Greek PM's wife didn't buy a multi-million-euro flat with public funds The Greek government's director of digital communications has warned of a recent barrage of misinformation in the country. -
Economy Fed Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over move to fire her The case could become a turning point for the 112-year-old Federal Reserve, which was designed by Congress to be insulated from day-to-day political influence. -
Europe News Geert Wilders’ far-right party leads polls two months before Dutch vote Topics including migration, the economy, housing and foreign affairs are expected to dominate the campaign. -
Economy Are you satisfied with your financial situation? European countries compared Satisfaction with financial situations is generally high in Northern and Western Europe, while it is lowest in the EU candidate countries. Despite its strong economy, Germany reports comparatively low satisfaction. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 29th, 2025 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 29th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News Fragile truce: what the new US–EU trade deal means for digital A week after the US–EU digital trade deal was unveiled, it is already under fire. Trump has threatened new tariffs, Brussels is pressing ahead with new rules, and both sides are sharpening arguments, underscoring how fragile yet vital the pact is for transatlantic tech. -
USA Minneapolis church shooter 'obsessed' with the idea of killing children, police say Acting US Attorney Joe Thompson said videos and writings the shooter left behind show that the shooter "expressed hate towards almost every group imaginable.” -
Health news Scientists create new AI tool to predict genetic risk for common hereditary diseases The researchers say the model could be used to help doctors decipher the results of genetic tests and funnel patients into the appropriate level of care. -
Lebanon UN votes to end its peacekeeping force in Lebanon after nearly five decades The multinational peacekeeping force known as UNIFIL has played a significant role in monitoring the security situation in southern Lebanon for decades, including during the Israel-Hezbollah conflict last year.