Europe

Ukraine

Return of forcefully deported children is non-negotiable, Kyiv says

Kyiv insists all Ukrainian children illegally deported by Russia should be returned home "unconditionally" as it reiterated its "red lines" for any possible deal to put an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine.

17/04/2025

Green News

Could this Dutch skating race be lost to climate change?

In the 20th century, the Elfstedentocht could be expected to take place every four to five years.

17/04/2025

Business

Hermès leaves wealthy clients to pay for cost of Trump tariffs

The luxury company, based in France, announced that it would be hiking prices in the US to offset the impact of US President Donald Trump’s 10% tariffs against the EU.

17/04/2025

Vatican

The faithful start off Easter celebrations around the world

Thousands of people gathered in the Vatican's St. Peter's Basilica to witness the Easter week mass on Holy Thursday.

17/04/2025

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People in Spain welcome in Easter with traditional drumming

On the afternoon of Holy Wednesday, the tamborada of Hellín begins, in which thousands of drummers of all ages march through the streets of the town beating their drums and thundering out ancestral rhythms.

17/04/2025

Russia

Putin praises Musk's Mars plans, compares billionaire to Soviet icon

The Russian president made the comments speaking to students at the Bauman Moscow State Technical University.

17/04/2025

EuroVerify

Are online claims about the WHO's pandemic treaty true?

While conspiracy theories and fake news about the WHO are commonplace online, the pandemic treaty has given them a new opportunity to resurface.

17/04/2025

Economy

ECB cuts rates again as Trump tariffs weigh on economic outlook

The European Central Bank cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to 2.25% on Thursday as threats to growth outweigh inflationary concerns.

17/04/2025

Travel News

New Madrid-Lisbon high-speed train to be operational by 2030

Portugal is also planning a new airport near Lisbon to improve connections to the city.

17/04/2025

Nutrition

Spain's schools ordered to ban fatty foods from menus to curb obesity

The rules come amid concerns that children from lower-income families are struggling to eat well, creating health disparities.

17/04/2025

France

US officials meet with European leaders in Paris for talks on Ukraine

European leaders are meeting Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's special envoy, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as well as a delegation from Kyiv.

17/04/2025

Ukraine

Russian airstrike in Dnipro kills 3 and injures 30, including children

Deadly Russian attacks against Ukrainian cities have escalated in recent weeks despite calls by US President Donald Trump for a ceasefire.

17/04/2025

Nutrition

How to slow down and eat more mindfully at dinner

Experts tend to focus on which foods can improve your health, but the speed at which you devour your dinner matters too.

17/04/2025

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Volunteers help frogs cross road in Russia to reach spawning sites

The work begins in mid-April and continues for around two months, with more than 700 volunteers taking part every year.

17/04/2025

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Millions tune in to Sweden's moose migration slow TV hit

The livestream's remote cameras capture dozens of moose as they swim across the Ångerman River, some 300 kilometres northwest of Stockholm, in the annual spring migration toward summer grazing pastures.

17/04/2025

Europe News

EU countries decry Hungary's Pride ban as Brussels mulls legal action

Hungary is facing the ire of its fellow member states after the country's parliament approved a law that prohibits the Pride parade.

17/04/2025

Turkey

Hundreds detained in Turkey's biggest ever drugs raid in Ankara

The crackdown began early on Thursday morning and 525 suspected drug dealers were arrested. This operation comes after six months of planning and surveillance.

17/04/2025

Europe News

Romanian troops simulate urban warfare to boost military readiness

Situated on NATO's eastern flank, Romanian military forces have begun conducting military combat drills in urban areas.

17/04/2025

Cinema

French cinema finally examines slavery and its colonial chapters

For years, French cinema has ignored stories that dealt with France’s colonial history, but something is now changing.

17/04/2025

Radio Schuman

Is Meloni the new special EU envoy for tariffs?

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is in Washington for bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump.

17/04/2025

Art

The Garden of Pythia: Greek oracles, art and artificial intelligence

Greece's Delphi oracle is the inspiration behind an immersive art installation by data artist Charles Sandison that's aimed at encouraging a deeper understanding of history and a greater appreciation of the possibilities of AI. Apostolos Staikos visited the site to find out more.

17/04/2025

Europe News

Europe's defence sector bets on space amid growing geopolitical threat

In recent years, defence companies have stepped up their involvement in space projects, prompting calls for more EU-level coordination and investment.

17/04/2025

Europe News

Meloni in Washington: A test for Italy’s role in Europe

Meloni hopes to strengthen her leadership by positioning herself as a mediator between the EU and the US.

17/04/2025

Climate

Glaciers in Sweden and Norway are melting faster

In 2024, the warmest year on record in Europe according to the EU's Copernicus system, Swedish and Norwegian glaciers melted by an average of 1.8 metres.

16/04/2025

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Trump's tariffs threaten to be tough nut to crack in German workshop

Alongside classic fare such as a variety of Santas, Scrooge and the Mad Hatter, specifically American-themed collectibles are a staple at Steinbach Volkskunst.

16/04/2025

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Easter arrives early for animals in UK's Whipsnade Zoo

Whipsnade Zoo is part of the Zoological Society of London, a science-driven conservation charity working to restore wildlife in the UK and around the world.

16/04/2025