2025-10-09

Europe News

Von der Leyen emerged ‘strengthened’ from motions of censure — for now

This week in Strasbourg, Ursula von der Leyen survived two more motions of censure in the European Parliament with even more support than in July. But the battle with the MEPs is far from over, and the credibility of the EU institutions has been damaged. What will happen next?

09/10/2025

Europe News

Poland charges former registry employee with spying for Russia

Authorities allege the man provided Russia with intelligence from 2017 to 2022, while he was working in the archives of the Warsaw municipality’s civil registry.

09/10/2025

Tech News

Germany’s no halts EU plan to combat child sexual abuse content online

The European Commission proposed the measures in 2022, but member states cannot reach an agreement, citing privacy and cybersecurity concerns.

09/10/2025

Markets

Wall Street slips lower as US government shutdown drags on

US markets fell into the red in early trading on Thursday but continue to hover near all-time highs.

09/10/2025

Business Series

KOBIA helps Azerbaijan’s SMEs grow locally and compete globally

In partnership with Azpromo

KOBIA is accelerating the growth of Azerbaijan’s SMEs fostering innovation and global connections that strengthen competitiveness and power the country’s long-term economic diversification.

09/10/2025

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Palestinians celebrate in Gaza as ceasefire agreement takes effect

Palestinians poured into the streets across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, celebrating as a long-awaited ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas was announced.

09/10/2025

Cult

Innovation by Design Summit: Doha’s Creative Future

In partnership with Media City

Doha’s Innovation by Design Summit brought together global creatives to explore how AI, sustainability, fashion and architecture are redefining design, proving Qatar is shaping the future of creativity and innovation.

09/10/2025

Work

How far along are countries on the EU’s salary transparency rules?

Member states are working to meet the June 2026 deadline for the EU's Pay Transparency Directive.

09/10/2025

Azerbaijan

Putin admits Russian air defences downed Azerbaijan plane killing 38

The Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet crashed in Aktau on 25 December 2024 while on a flight from Baku to Grozny.

09/10/2025

Ukraine

Ukraine strikes cause gas shortages in Russia, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine has poured huge efforts into weapons development and has fast become a global centre for defence innovation.

09/10/2025

Travel News

EU investigates Spain after sanctioning low-cost airlines

Michael O'Laery, Ryanair's CEO, welcomed the opening of the EU procedure at an impromptu press conference on Wednesday.

09/10/2025

Climate

How hot was September 2025? Copernicus report breaks it down

September 2025 was the third warmest on record, new data shows.

09/10/2025

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Israeli strikes persist in Gaza despite announcement of ceasefire deal

Israeli air strikes continued to hit Gaza City on Thursday morning, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump announced what he called a breakthrough ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

09/10/2025

Europe News

European Commission probes alleged Hungarian spy network in Brussels

According to reports that sparked the probe, the undercover spy ring allegedly operated under the cover of the Hungarian permanent representation, which at that time was led by Olivér Várhelyi, who is now a European Commissioner.

09/10/2025

Climate

Cost of Europe's extreme weather has doubled this decade

Europe is being forced to foot an ever-growing bill as damage from weather and climate-related extremes exceeded €44.5 billion in recent years.

09/10/2025

Business

Google invests €5 billion in Belgium, expanding AI and cloud network

The tech giant’s largest Belgian project to date will create 300 jobs, boost data capacity in Wallonia and strengthen Europe’s drive for carbon-free digital growth.

09/10/2025

Ukraine

At least five killed in past 24 hours in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Three of the victims died in Ukraine's Sumy region, according to the local authorities.

09/10/2025

Culture news

Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Prize in Literature

Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai has been chosen as the winner “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art.” Susan Sontag previously described the author as “the contemporary Hungarian master of apocalypse.”

09/10/2025

Serbia

US sanctions Serbia's main oil supplier over Russian-majority control

The measures, which Washington has postponed six times, could lead to fuel shortages and price increases in Serbia.

09/10/2025

Green News

Are fossil fuel companies really investing in renewable energy?

Fossil fuel companies are involved in very few renewable energy projects, a new report reveals.

09/10/2025

Tech News

Too many spam calls? New iPhone iOS 26 call screen feature could help

Call screening introduces a layer between you and callers whose numbers you do not have saved.

09/10/2025

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Five injured as Russian drone strike sparks major fire in Odesa region

Five people were injured on Thursday following a Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s southern Odesa region, according to local authorities.

09/10/2025

Europe News

Von der Leyen survives far-right and far-left no-confidence motions

The two motions of censure, up for a vote Thursday, shared one key point of criticism: the lopsided terms of the EU-US trade deal.

09/10/2025

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Chile’s Atacama Desert blooms after rare winter rains

A rare bloom has turned Chile’s Atacama Desert — one of the driest places on Earth — into a vast sea of fuchsia and purple wildflowers after unusually heavy winter rains.

09/10/2025

North Korea

North Korea invites foreign leaders for ruling party's celebrations

Officials from China, Russia, Vietnam and Laos will be among those attending the celebrations on Friday.

09/10/2025

Culture news

Why have Gen Z adopted the One Piece skull as a protest emblem?

Pop culture as political expression: Gen Z have begun to adopt a symbol from a popular manga for their protest movements. Here’s why the One Piece flag has become a globally recognised symbol of revolt and how there is precedence when it comes to using cultural touchstones as protest rallying cries.

09/10/2025

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Latest news bulletin | October 9th, 2025 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 9th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

09/10/2025

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Joy and relief in Tel Aviv as deal promises release of Gaza hostages

For the first time in two years, Hostages Square in central Tel Aviv erupted in celebration on Thursday as news spread of a breakthrough deal between Israel and Hamas.

09/10/2025

Business

Europe looks East: Uzbekistan builds a new manufacturing bridge

As Europe seeks closer supply chains, Uzbekistan is drawing investors and brands to the heart of Eurasia. Customs reforms, new partnerships, and surging investment are helping the country move from importer to producer.

09/10/2025

Economy

German exports to US slump to 4-year low as Trump tariffs bite

German exports to the US fell to a 4-year low in August, hit by Trump tariffs. Shipments to the country dropped 20% from a year earlier, marking the fifth straight month of decline.

09/10/2025