2026-01-25

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Drone footage shows snow-covered US cities, snow plows at work

Much of the United States was braced for a monster storm this weekend.

25/01/2026

Economy

World Bank Group opens first office in Qatar

The World Bank Group has officially opened its first office in Doha, marking a new phase in its partnership with Qatar and strengthening cooperation on development, private investment and support for fragile economies in the region.

25/01/2026

Ukraine

Zelenskyy seeks more air defence amid harsh winter and Russian attacks

The Ukrainian president said that Russia launched over 1,700 drones, 1,380 bombs, and 69 missiles over the past week, leaving hundreds of buildings in the capital without heating.

25/01/2026

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Latest news bulletin | January 25th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

25/01/2026

Albania

Clashes erupt during anti-government protest in Albania's capital

The demonstrations were led by opposition leader and former prime minister Sali Berisha, and drew thousands of people who gathered in front of Tirana's main government building.

25/01/2026

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American climber Alex Honnold scales 101-floor skyscraper without safety gear

American rock climber Alex Honnold took on Taiwan's tallest building on Sunday, without ropes or safety gear.

25/01/2026

Sport

US rock climber reaches top of Taiwan skyscraper without ropes

Alex Honnold ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes, using small outcroppings as footholds. The climb, broadcast live on Netflix, took around 90 minutes.

25/01/2026

Art

Vhils in view: Portugal celebrates 20-years of pioneering urban artist

For years, Vhils has been pushing the boundaries of graffiti and urban art by constantly changing his approach and using different techniques and materials. Now some of the Portuguese artist's most famous works are part of the Selected Editions 2008-2024 exhibition at Lisbon's MUDE Design Museum.

25/01/2026

France

Macron calls for social media ban for under-15s to be fast-tracked

According to France's health watchdog, one in two teenagers spends between two and five hours a day on their smartphone.

25/01/2026

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Latest news bulletin | January 25th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

25/01/2026

USA

Calls grow for ICE to leave Minnesota after latest shooting of citizen

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets after the shooting, while several Democrats demanded that federal immigration officers leave Minnesota.

25/01/2026

Food and Drink

What makes for a Michelin starred luxury breakfast?

At this high-end London restaurant, the day begins with lobster on croissant toast, carefully paired drinks, and chefs working within touching distance from their guests.

25/01/2026

Culture news

Fantasy futsal: Azerbaijan impress indoors as global game reach soars

Futsal, the fast-paced, small-sided version of indoor football, has grown into a truly global sport, played in over 100 countries and enjoyed by more than 30 million players worldwide, according to FIFA.

25/01/2026

Tech News

Who uses AI in Europe - and where it’s still taboo?

The EU is funding AI adoption, drafting preparedness plans, and issuing ethics guidance, but AI tool use remains uneven and sometimes taboo. With 64% of Europeans saying AI literacy will be essential by 2030, the real test is turning ambition into measurable, high-scale outcomes.

25/01/2026

Health news

Underfunding women's health costs 75 million years of life

Collectively, women lose approximately 75 million years of healthy life each year – equivalent to a week of health lost per woman annually, according to a new report.

25/01/2026

Moments

Why visiting Japan in cherry blossom season could cost less this year

Both independent travel and tour packages are seeing more competitive pricing this year.

25/01/2026

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Latest news bulletin | January 25th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

25/01/2026

Nature

Why residents of this Italian city have a ‘wolf emergency’ committee

Italy’s wolf population now numbers 3,000-3,500; at the beginning of the 1970s, they were nearing extinction in the country.

25/01/2026

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Hundreds gather at memorial for Alex Pretti, the man killed by Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis

Hundreds gather at memorial for Alex Pretti in Minneapolis to protest his killing.

25/01/2026