2025-11-17

Germany

Germany lifts military equipment export restrictions on Israel

Chancellor Friedrich Merz said in August that Berlin would not authorise any exports of military equipment to Israel that could be used in Gaza "until further notice".

17/11/2025

Business

Emirates places $38bn order for 65 Boeing 777-9s at Dubai Air Show

The airline plans to begin receiving deliveries in 2027, as it expands its fleet to meet growing demand through Dubai, one of the world’s busiest travel hubs.

17/11/2025

Space

Scientists use AI to build the most detailed Milky Way model ever made

Scientists have created the first-ever simulation that models every one of the Milky Way’s 100 billion stars, using AI to run galaxy-scale physics 100 times faster than previous methods.

17/11/2025

Economy

EU urges focus on domestic growth drivers but stays upbeat on eurozone

Resilient domestic demand is driving growth in the eurozone despite global economic headwinds.

17/11/2025

Health news

EU countries not doing enough to detect HIV, hepatitis, report warns

The ECDC says the region could still meet its testing targets for HIV, but that it will be harder to improve detection for hepatitis B and C.

17/11/2025

Europe News

Von der Leyen urges EU countries to plug €135 billion gap for Ukraine

Von der Leyen sends a letter to member states calling for a fast agreement on how to fund Ukraine's enormous €135 billion budget hole for next year and 2027. EU leaders will meet for a make-or-break summit in December.

17/11/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | November 17th, 2025 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 17th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

17/11/2025

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New media museum opens, showcasing digital art through immersive technology

Sibiu's new Immersive Museum features digital art by Julius Horsthuis and Maotik, aiming to connect art, education, and technology for visitors.

17/11/2025

Chile

Jara and Kast head to second round in Chile's tight presidential race

Jeannette Jara of Chile's Communist Party leads narrowly against far-right candidate José Antonio Kast after the first presidential election round, with a runoff set for 14 December.

17/11/2025

Green News

Czechia plans nuclear boost to ditch fossil fuels and cut emissions

The country is hoping nuclear power will generate up to 60 per cent of its electricity by 2050.

17/11/2025

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Rare 15th-century illuminated Bible goes on public display for Vatican Holy Year

A rare 15th-century illuminated Bible, considered a masterpiece of Renaissance art, has gone on display in Rome for the Vatican’s Holy Year after being transported under heavy security from Modena.

17/11/2025

Spain

Puigdemont appeals to Spain's top court to lift his arrest warrant

Carles Puigdemont, Catalonia's former president, seeks to return to Spain following a favourable yet not definitive EU Advocate General's ruling on Spain's amnesty law.

17/11/2025

Culture news

Massive backlash as Disney CEO says company to embrace generative AI

Recent comments made by Disney CEO Bob Iger have resulted in calls to boycott the streaming service.

17/11/2025

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Hundreds of tons of waste dumped in southern England spark ‘ecological disaster’ warning

A massive illegal waste dump near Kidlington in Oxfordshire has raised fears of an ecological disaster as authorities say cleanup costs could exceed their entire budget.

17/11/2025

Business

South Korean firms, including Samsung, lift domestic investment

South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung credited the business sector for helping his government negotiate a trade deal with Washington but urged the companies to maintain strong domestic investments.

17/11/2025

Economy

Japan's economy contracts as exports are hit by US tariffs

On a quarter-on-quarter basis, GDP in the three months to September contracted for the first time in six quarters, a challenge for new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

17/11/2025

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Léa Seydoux switches on Champs-Élysées Christmas lights as Paris launches festive season

Léa Seydoux launched the Christmas lights on the Champs Élysées, marking the start of Paris's festive season with a lively set by Canadian singer Charlotte Cardin.

17/11/2025

Culture news

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

A Wes Anderson exhibition in London, a technological takeover at the MUNCH Triennale in Oslo, and the highly-anticipated release of 'Wicked: For Good'. Here's what to look out for this week.

17/11/2025

World News

Ecuadorian voters reject hosting foreign military bases in referendum

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, a conservative closely aligned with the Trump administration, had pushed Ecuador's courts to include the question about launching a process that could lead to a new constitution.

17/11/2025

Green News

Cyprus schoolchildren lead the way in environmental protection

The programme is starting to deliver results, with Cyprus school children at the forefront of the effort

17/11/2025

USA

US escalates military presence as Trump signals talks with Maduro

US President Donald Trump hinted at potential talks with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro amid heightened tensions and increased US military presence near Venezuela.

17/11/2025

Sport

Big Finish in Zagreb as the Grand Prix Concludes

The Zagreb Grand Prix ended in style. Ivaylo Ivanov, Yelyzaveta Lytvynenko, Nikoloz Sherazadishvili, Celia Cancan and Kanan Nasibov took gold, while Croatia’s Helena Vukovic earned bronze, rounding off an outstanding weekend of judo.

17/11/2025

Tech News

Age verification in Europe: Which countries require age checks?

Italy is the latest European country to pass sweeping age-verification laws that force users to prove they’re at least 18 before accessing adult websites.

17/11/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | November 17th, 2025 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 17th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

17/11/2025

The Big Question

Wall Street trumps again: Why Europe still lacks financial firepower

“Member states would feel much more comfortable about ceding power to supranational European regulators if they thought they were pro-growth,” said former commissioner Lord Jonathan Hill.

17/11/2025

Health news

Europe’s kids and teens face growing mental health crisis, WHO warns

A rising share of children and teenagers have mental health conditions, but global health experts warn that professional support is lacking.

17/11/2025

USA

Trump calls on House Republicans to vote to release Epstein files

If the bill passes, the US Justice Department would be required to release all files and communications related to Epstein, as well as details about the investigation into his death in federal prison.

17/11/2025