2025-09-25

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | September 25th, 2025 – Midday

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

25/09/2025

Europe News

Donald Trump called Hungary's Orbán to discuss Russian oil imports

According to the Hungarians, Orbán told Trump that Hungary needs Russian fuel to keep its energy prices low, and Trump acknowledged this.

25/09/2025

Taiwan

Ragasa weakens to tropical storm after killing 24 across Asia

Ragasa peaked on Monday, reaching winds of up to 265 kph. The storm affected the Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong and southern China, before moving west along the southern Chinese coast toward Vietnam.

25/09/2025

Culture news

UN 'EscalatorGate' escalates and goes viral as MAGA call out sabotage

Donald Trump has called it a “REAL DISGRACE”. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt says the US Secret Service are looking into it. MAGA supporters are up in arms. Why? Because of the minor inconvenience caused by an escalator breaking down at the UN. Here's why #EscalatorGate is trending.

25/09/2025

wellbeing

This Spanish woman lived to 117. Scientists may have discovered why

Researchers said the supercentenarian’s longevity shows how old age and disease can ‘become decoupled’ at times.

25/09/2025

USA

Trump calls for investigation after claiming UN 'triple sabotage'

The US president claims he was deliberately targeted three times at the institution's headquarters in New York on Tuesday.

25/09/2025

No Comment

Protesters rally at Ben Gurion Airport against Netanyahu before US vis

Protesters gathered at Ben Gurion Airport on Wednesday ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s departure for the United States, calling for his removal and an end to the war in Gaza.

25/09/2025

Europe News

French ex-leader Sarkozy given five-year prison sentence in Libya case

After an extended detailing of its ruling on Thursday, the court sentenced Sarkozy to five years in prison "with deferred effect", an immediate five-year ban on any public function, and a fine of €100,000.

25/09/2025

Uruguay

Nine Magellanic penguins released into the sea after rehabilitation in

Nine Magellanic penguins were released back into the sea at Punta del Este on Wednesday after months of rehabilitation by Uruguayan conservationists.

25/09/2025

Food and Drink

Oktoberfest worldwide: German culture celebrations go global

This year's Oktoberfest is well underway in Germany but the celebrations are no longer only limited to Munich. The annual parade of Bavarian heritage has found numerous international offshoots: from golf courses in Mallorca to luxury resorts in the Maldives and even virtual beer tents.

25/09/2025

Green News

China announces new climate goal to cut emissions

Around 100 nations, responsible for about two-thirds of the world's emissions, gave plans or some kind of commitments to further curb fossil fuel emissions and fight climate change at the UN General Assembly on Wednesday.

25/09/2025

wellbeing

Starting small: How to kick-start a healthier lifestyle

Experts advise defining what wellness means to you and then setting achievable daily goals.

25/09/2025

Culture news

Trump's plans backfire: Jimmy Kimmel's return breaks viewership record

Jimmy Kimmel Live! has tripled its average ratings - despite about a quarter of ABC stations in the US not airing the show's return.

25/09/2025

Denmark

Denmark alerts NATO after coordinated drone attacks at its airports

Denmark is on high alert after unauthorised drones targeted airports, leading to the closure of Aalborg airport. Authorities suspect Russian involvement.

25/09/2025

Travel News

Nationwide strikes set to disrupt flights across Italy this Friday

More strikes are likely to affect air travel in Italy in October.

25/09/2025

Economy

Here are the biggest economic risks for EBRD countries in Europe

Export competition from China and trade uncertainties are among the issues squeezing economic growth in the regions covered by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).

25/09/2025

Spain

Italy and Spain deploy navy ships to assist Gaza aid flotilla

The announcements by Rome and Madrid to deploy navy vessels to assist and protect the flotilla come after activists reported several attacks on its ships overnight on Tuesday.

25/09/2025

Ukraine

Made in Ukraine and battlefield-tested: Kyiv to open up arms exports

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine is opening up its arms exports. The much-anticipated decision will transform Ukraine’s defence industry and allow Kyiv’s partners to access the rarest type of weapons – those tested on the battlefield.

25/09/2025

Mobility

Madrid tests first driverless bus 'made in Spain'

The Spanish capital has unveiled its first autonomous bus with passengers in Casa de Campo.

25/09/2025

Europe News

European consumers want a reliable, easy-to-use and free digital euro

EU policymakers are still working on the digital euro's legislative framework, but the ECB says it could be ready by mid-2029.

25/09/2025

Europe News

The new age of weaponisation lays bare Europe's weaknesses

Does the EU have what it takes to survive in the age of weaponisation? Recent events have cast light on the crucial question.

25/09/2025

Health news

Cancer deaths expected to surge by nearly 75% over next 25 years

Lower-income countries are expected to be hit hardest by the expected increase in new cancer cases and deaths.

25/09/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | September 25th, 2025 – Morning

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

25/09/2025

Moldova

Moldova's PM accuses Russia of using elections to 'take power'

Moldovan authorities have accused Russia of conducting a hybrid war to try to derail the country’s EU path by meddling in elections, illicitly funding pro-Russian parties and running disinformation campaigns.

25/09/2025

Europe News

Hungary rebuffs Trump's call to cut Russian oil imports 

Hungary said that alternative routes wouldn't suffice to replace Russian pipeline oil, after Donald Trump warned he would call Viktor Orbán to tell him to stop buying Russian oil. Experts say Hungary could use EU funds for the decoupling.

25/09/2025

Tech News

Apple claims it's unfairly targeted by EU competition rules

The US tech giant was fined €500 million by the European Commission in April for breaching the EU’s Digital Markets Act.

25/09/2025