2026-01-12

Finland

Vessel suspected of damaging subsea cable allowed to leave Finland

The vessel, flagged from St Vincent and the Grenadines, is believed to have dragged its anchor along the seabed for several kilometres, according to Finnish authorities.

12/01/2026

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German Chancellor Merz visits India to boost economic and defence ties

During his first official visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and India's PM Modi discussed trade, technology, and green development, aiming to reduce reliance on China.

12/01/2026

Climate

‘Psychological bias’ to climate change risks slowing progress - study

Scientists warn that our understanding and perception of climate-fuelled risks are “limited and flawed”.

12/01/2026

United Kingdom

Russian captain in deadly North Sea ship collision faces UK trial

Russian captain Vladimir Motin is on trial in London for manslaughter after his ship collided with a US-chartered tanker in the North Sea in March 2025, killing one crew member.

12/01/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 12th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

12/01/2026

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Syria: Aleppo residents return after clashes between government and SDF

As fighting eased on Sunday, residents cautiously returned to contested neighbourhoods in the northern city of Aleppo. The area is now controlled by government forces, though unexploded ordnance continues to threaten civilian safety.

12/01/2026

Europe News

EU and China take new step to resolve row over electric vehicles

Brussels has published new guidelines that allow Chinese electric vehicle producers to submit offers for minimum prices, which could potentially replace the steep tariffs imposed to counter Beijing's subsidies.

12/01/2026

Europe Today

Watch: Trump vs Greenland — what will he choose to do?

NATO is watching its largest and most important member thinking how to reshape borders by using diplomacy, economic influence or military force. What will Trump choose to do?

12/01/2026

Culture news

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

A dazzling celebration of Art Deco in Paris, the return of the infected in '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple', and a new Game of Thrones spin-off. Here's what to look out for this week.

12/01/2026

EU.XL

The race for Greenland: Should Europe bet its future on rare earths?

Has Europe already fallen behind in the race for rare earths, and what price, if any, should it pay to catch up? Take our poll and share your view.

12/01/2026

Greenland

Germany pledges increased Greenland role as Trump derides its defences

Germany is increasing its Arctic commitments after the US president threatened to seize Greenland, sparking a diplomatic crisis with Europe.

12/01/2026

Europe News

Kaja Kallas to push new Iran sanctions after deadly crackdown

The measures would build on an extensive EU sanctions framework targeting Iran over human rights violations, nuclear activities, and support for Russia’s war in Ukraine.

12/01/2026

Culture news

'Be Good': Celebrities protest ICE at the Golden Globes ceremony

The protests follow last week's fatal shooting of Renee Good by a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.

12/01/2026

Lifestyle

Golden Globes 2026 best looks: Gothic glamour and sparkling sequins

Who got the look on the first major night of award season? Euronews Culture runs the rule over the best outfits on display at the 2026 Golden Globes.

12/01/2026

Europe Today

'Do not intervene' in Iran, former French premier tells Euronews

Former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin told Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today that foreign intervention in Iran "must find the right balance to not make things worse."

12/01/2026

Tech News

Indonesia and Malaysia are first countries to block Grok AI

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is facing mounting scrutiny, including in the European Union, Britain, India and France, for being misused to generate sexually explicit and non-consensual images.

12/01/2026

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Londoners ditch trousers for laughs during the 2026 No Trousers Tube Ride

Over a hundred people brought humor to the London Tube on Sunday by joining the 2026 No Trousers Tube Ride, traveling in their underwear to break the winter routine.

12/01/2026

Culture news

Golden Globes 2026: 'One Battle After Another' takes top awards

'One Battle After Another' was the big winner of this year's Golden Globes, taking home four trophies, including Best Film (Comedy or Musical) and Best Director. British drama Adolescence also won four prizes in the TV categories. Here’s everything you need to know.

12/01/2026

Europe Today

Europe Today: Trump weighs Iran options, EU jolted in new world order

In this newsletter: former French PM Dominique De Villepin reacts to Iran protests; European NATO allies mull response to Trump's Greenland threats; the EU-Mercosur trade deal risks deepening political turmoil in France.

12/01/2026

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Thousands in Paris support Iranian protesters and exiled crown prince

Thousands marched in Paris on 11. January supporting Iranian protesters, waving monarchy flags and calling for the return of exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi.

12/01/2026

Economy

US opens criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Powell said the investigation, linked to a testimony he gave to a Senate committee about renovations to Fed buildings, was an attempt to limit central bank independence.

12/01/2026

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Video of bodies outside Tehran morgue raises alarm about Iran crackdown

A verified video shows bodies outside a Tehran morgue, indicating a deadly crackdown on protests in Iran, with human rights groups reporting numerous deaths.

12/01/2026

Gaza

Hamas to dissolve Gaza government after Palestinian body takes over

The government and other elements of the truce that went into effect on 10 October, such as disarming Hamas and sending an international security force, are to be supervised by US President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace".

12/01/2026

Europe Today

Europe Today: Former French Prime Minister discusses Trump and Greenland

Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

12/01/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 12th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

12/01/2026

Health news

One night of sleep data can reveal risk of over 100 diseases: study

Stanford researchers taught an AI to “learn the language of sleep” to predict whether patients were at risk of developing over 100 conditions.

12/01/2026

Tech News

2026 cyber forecast: AI attacks and rising political tensions

We take a look at the biggest topics in cybersecurity for 2026.

12/01/2026

The Big Question

Security investment will create healthy tourism sector, says WTFI boss

Europe sends and receives some of the biggest tourist numbers on the planet. Collecting that behavioural data could revolutionise the industry, suggests the president of the World Tourism Forum Institute.

12/01/2026

Iran

Tehran ready for 'war' as Trump warns of military action over protests

Iran declared readiness for war after Trump repeated that the US would embark on military action over deadly protests.

12/01/2026