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Several arrested as climate activists block major highway in The Hague

Europe • 7:40 PM

Climate activists from the Dutch branch of Extinction Rebellion blocked traffic at a major entry and exit point to the city of The Hague.

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Israel's Netanyahu sends Mossad chief to Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is sending the director of the Mossad foreign intelligence agency to ceasefire negotiations in Qatar.

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Latest news bulletin | January 11th – Evening

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

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Ukraine says its captured two North Korean soldiers fighting in Russia

The two captured North Korean soldiers were fighting alongside Russian troops in Russia’s Kursk border region, Ukraine's president said on Saturday.

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LA's wildfires fuelled by high winds and drought - in pictures

Los Angeles wildfires - in pictures

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Dolce & Gabbana bring Baroque splendour and Sicilian heritage to Paris in stunning exhibition

Culture • 2:00 PM

For the first time in their 40-year history, the Italian design duo Dolce & Gabbana are showcasing their work in the French fashion capital.

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Croatia's 'Trump-like' president is favourite to win run-off election

Europe • 1:18 PM

The polls suggest Croatia’s left-leaning president Zoran Milanovic, who is an outspoken critic of Western military support for Ukraine, will win.

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First foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany for 35 years

Europe • 1:03 PM

As a precaution animal transportation has been banned in Brandenburg state after the disease was detected in a buffalo herd just outside Berlin.

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Openly gay men can now become priests, Vatican signals

New guidelines released by the Italian Bishops’ Conference on Friday brings the ordination of openly gay men to the Catholic priesthood closer.

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At least nine wounded as Ukraine and Russia exchange fire overnight

Europe • 11:23 AM

Both countries exchanged drone attacks early on Saturday morning, injuring two in Zaporizhzhia in Ukraine and at least seven in Russia's Tambov region.

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Latest news bulletin | January 11th – Midday

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

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Poland and Ukraine agree to exhume WW2 Volhynia massacre victims

Europe • 10:26 AM

The massacre of around 100,000 Polish civilians by a Ukrainian paramilitary force had long soured diplomatic relations between the otherwise close allies.

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'Black box' from South Korean plane crash is missing last four minutes of data

South Korea's transport ministry said on Saturday that the black box on the Jeju plane that crashed landed failed to record the last four minutes of the flight.

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Flu season is in full swing. Why are vaccination rates down across Europe?

Business • 9:00 AM

Several countries expanded their influenza jab guidelines this year, but vaccination rates remain sub-optimal, health experts say.

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Love, Clones and Bloodsuckers: The 25 most anticipated movies of 2025

Culture • 8:14 AM

Welcome to your moviegoing guide for 2025! Here are our picks for the unmissable movies coming to a cinema near you soon.

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Germany tugs drifting oil tanker - believed to be Russian - to safer waters

The oil tanker Eventin is believed to be part of Moscow’s efforts to evade sanctions - Greenpeace says it belongs to Russia's 'shadow fleet.'

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Iceland, Norway, Germany: Where to find the best European beaches in winter

As part of the shift towards ‘coolcations’, beaches are becoming increasingly popular for winter trips.

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The €170k AI 'girlfriend,' the 20-second toothbrush and other weird tech at CES 2025

Business • 7:01 AM

Innovation can create some life-changing products and others that might not be necessary, as we found out this week at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

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Why are nuclear energy companies racing to make mini batteries?

Business • 6:21 AM

Nuclear energy companies have been focusing more on making microreactors in the last few years, which are cheaper, safer and more modular. These are also expected to go a long way in helping decarbonisation efforts across sectors.

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Brussels, my love? Poland's New Year's resolution: Make Europe strong again

Europe • 6:00 AM

In this edition, we ask if Poland's Donald Tusk can steer Europe to safety as he takes on the rotating presidency of the EU's Council; and whether the extraordinary interventions of Elon Musk make him the king of free speech — or a threat to democracy.

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Latest news bulletin | January 11th – Morning

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

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Biden extends stay for 800,000 migrants by 18 months as Trump threatens rollback

The Department of Homeland Security also extended Temporary Protected Status for more than 103,000 Ukrainians and 1,900 Sudanese that are already living in the US.

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Oil tanker attacked by Houthi rebels burning in Red Sea salvaged, says security firm

The MV Sounion carrying one million barrels of crude oil was struck in August and later sabotaged with explosives by the Houthis as part of their solidarity campaign with Hamas over the war in Gaza.

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UK's finance minister visits China in bid to boost economic ties

Europe • 5:29 AM

Officials said Prime Minister Starmer wants a 'pragmatic' approach to working with Beijing on global stability, climate change and the transition to clean energy.

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Supreme Court appears poised to uphold TikTok ban on national security grounds

TikTok has been 'on notice' since 2020, during Trump's first term, that its sale could be required if it couldn’t satisfy the US government’s national security concerns.

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Italy's FM Antonio Tajani meets Lebanon's new president for talks in Beirut

Europe • 5:01 AM

Tajani's talks in Lebanon come on the same day he met Syria's de facto leader in his first visit to Damascus since the fall of long-time ruler Bashar al-Assad.

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Overnight curfew orders in place as death toll from California wildfires rises to 11

Dozens of blocks of the scenic Pacific Palisades area have been flattened to smouldering rubble while in neighbouring Malibu, blackened palm strands were all that was left above debris where oceanfront homes once stood.

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Dismay, ridicule over Pakistan Airlines 'tone deaf' ad campaign for flights to France

Europe • 4:25 AM

The image, posted by the airline on social media, appears to show a plane flying into the Eiffel Tower, with some on social media comparing the campaign to the 9/11 terror attacks in New York.

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'We do not want to be Americans' says Greenland's PM as Trump hints at land grab

Europe • 4:13 AM

The United States is a strong ally of the European Union and the leading member of NATO and many in Europe were shocked by the suggestion that an incoming US leader could consider using force against an ally.

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Germany's AfD confirms Weidel to run for chancellor and SpD confirms Scholz

Europe • 12:48 AM

Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany party confirms Alice Weidel as its candidate for chancellor, whilst the SpD confirms Olaf Scholz.

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Adorable pups strut in 2024's most iconic celebrity looks in New York showcase

Culture • 12:06 AM

Pet couturier Anthony Rubio's 2024 Year In Review Showcase in New York featured his pups modelling iconic celebrity looks, including Zendaya, JLo, and Lady Gaga-inspired outfits.

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Yesterday

Do Meta's announcements run counter to the European regulation on digital services?

Business • 11:44 PM

Meta's new rules on content moderation in the United States will not apply in the EU.

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CES 2025 live on day 5: All the latest news, announcements and tech reveals from Las Vegas

Business • 11:39 PM

Stay up to date live on the fifth and final day of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the largest tech fair of its kind in the world.

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US imposes sanctions on Serbia's Russian-owned petrol industry

Europe • 9:14 PM

Serbia's Vučić plans talks with Putin after US sanctions on NIS, demanding Gazprom's exit. The sanctions could impact Serbia's economy and its deal with Moscow.

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EU: Maduro 'lacks any democratic legitimacy' due to lack of election result verification

Europe • 8:06 PM

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the country's authorities "have not respected" the will of the Venezuelan people.

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Protests erupt once more in Slovakia over Fico's pro-Moscow stance

Europe • 6:36 PM

The protests started back in December after Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.

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Maduro's inauguration sparks controversy in Venezuela

Demonstrators took to the streets of Caracas, Venezuela, on Thursday in a spontaneous attempt to block Nicolas Maduro's inauguration for a third term on Friday

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US blocks plea deal for ‘9/11 mastermind’ Khalid Sheikh Mohammed

If Mohammed, the alleged plotter behind the 11 September terrorist attacks, had pleaded guilty on Friday, he could have avoided the death penalty.

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Maduro's inauguration sparks demonstrations across South America

Protests erupted across Latin America against the controversial inauguration of President Nicolas Maduro for a third term.

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UK government plan 30% price cap on resold tickets

Culture • 5:01 PM

The UK government has announced plans for legislation to cap the price of resale tickets to tackle touts.

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Latest news bulletin | January 10th – Evening

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

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Italian FM Tajani meets with head of Syria's new government in Damascus

The Italian minister spoke of cooperation between Syria and Italy in crucial sectors, but EU sanctions imposed over the last decade of conflict remain an obstacle to progress.

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The cost of transparency: Nazi collaboration files spark painful Dutch reckoning with WWII past

Eight decades after the defeat of the Nazis, a debate in the Netherlands asks how much of the largest Dutch war archive should be made available online.

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Free Airbnbs and discounted hotels: How the travel industry is helping LA wildfire victims

Dozens of hospitality and tourism businesses are offering their support to residents and travellers forced to flee from fire-impacted areas.

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Young people’s eating disorders could be linked to lagging brain development, study finds

Business • 3:55 PM

The new study followed young people for about a decade, tracking their brain development, eating habits, and genetics.

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Hurkle-durkling: The travel trend for dark winter days where you bring the hotel to you

Hurkle-durkling is the practice of lounging in bed until late, hunkered down amongst warm covers.

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'You fall back in love with yourself': How UK City of Culture will transform Bradford in 2025

Culture • 3:34 PM

As Bradford’s huge celebration of arts and community engagement begins, Euronews Culture talked to creative director Shanaz Gulzar about what it means for the city.

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Donald Trump to serve no jail time after hush money sentencing

The president-elect will still be inaugurated on 20 January, when he will become the US's first commander-in-chief to carry a felony conviction.

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Creators of Ukrainian war film 'Bucha' on cinema as a 'weapon of truth'

Culture • 3:02 PM

Following a successful world tour with private screenings and a premiere at the Warsaw Film Festival last year, 'Bucha' is now set for wider distribution across Europe, with hopes of reaching a global audience.

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Von der Leyen won't attend Trump's inauguration but seeks 'early contacts'

Europe • 2:41 PM

There are "no plans" for Ursula von der Leyen to attend the inauguration of Donald Trump, the European Commission has confirmed.

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Austria swears in Schallenberg as interim chancellor after Nehammer steps down

Europe • 2:27 PM

Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg has been entrusted to lead the country in the interim as negotiations to form the country's new leading coalition continue.

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A new mini series about Mussolini threatens to deepen Italian divisions

Culture • 2:00 PM

A new mini-series on Benito Mussolini now out in Italy is already attracting controversy after Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she won't be making time to watch it.

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Estonian navy steps up patrols in Baltic Sea after suspected sabotage of undersea cables

Europe • 1:00 PM

Officials say the damage to Estlink 2, a power connection with the capacity to provide half of Estonia's winter electricity needs, did not disrupt service, although it did drive up energy prices in the country and the other Baltic nations.

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US Supreme Court to hear arguments on TikTok ban law in case about national security and free speech

Business • 11:58 AM

TikTok's fate arrives at the US Supreme Court in a case that represents a collision of free speech and national security.

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Airbus remains positive on yearly deliveries despite missing target

Business • 11:49 AM

The European planemaker delivered 766 jets last year, marginally missing its goal due to supply chain disruptions.

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Is smoking immune to New Year's resolutions? These EU countries have the highest smoking rates

Europe • 11:38 AM

The percentage of smokers in the EU has remained almost unchanged since 2020, data shows.

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Poland says Netanyahu will not be arrested if he attends Auschwitz memorial event

Europe • 11:32 AM

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu will not be detained despite the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant.

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Ubisoft appoints advisors to explore strategic options for a potential buyout

Business • 11:01 AM

Ubisoft, the owner of the popular game Assassin’s Creed Shadows, announced it had appointed advisors to look at “strategic” options for a potential buyout deal.

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Latest news bulletin | January 10th – Midday

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

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Thousands protest in Austria as far-right FPÖ coalition talks kick off

Europe • 10:58 AM

Austria's far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) is currently leading negotiations to form a coalition with the centre-right ÖVP after a plan by other parties to block it from a ruling coalition failed.

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Syria's road ahead: How transport infrastructure could be the key to stability

Turkey has a major role in Syria's reconstruction, and transport investments like railway links are on the agenda although Gulf money may prove vital.

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Who's watching which films? How European cinema markets fared in 2024

Culture • 10:26 AM

Dutch cinemas sold fewer tickets last year than the year before, while the French film industry moves from strength to strength.

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Vatican's 2025 Jubilee: Economic boost or missed opportunity?

Europe • 10:13 AM

Rome anticipates a €17 billion economic boost from the 2025 Jubilee, though experts caution that estimates might be overblown and housing costs could rise.

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An 'air kiss' ruled not sexual harassment by UK tribunal

Culture • 9:51 AM

A UK employment judge has ruled that giving a colleague an “air kiss” does not amount to sexual harassment. What does this ruling mean and what even is an "air kiss"?

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Video. Trump and Biden pay tribute to Jimmy Carter

In separate ceremonies held on different days, Donald Trump and Joe Biden paid tribute to former President Jimmy Carter, honouring the legacy of the United States' 39th leader.

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Alec Baldwin sues for malicious prosecution after judge dismissed case of fatal 'Rust' set shooting

Culture • 9:28 AM

The lawsuit was filed at state district court in Santa Fe, where a judge in July dismissed a charge of involuntary manslaughter against Baldwin in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

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The man tipped to be Austria's next Chancellor advocates 'remigration'. What does it mean?

Europe • 8:45 AM

Herbert Kickl, the man tasked with forming a new coalition in Austria, openly advocates the "remigration of uninvited strangers". What does he mean?

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New German court sparks row over return of Nazi-looted art

Culture • 8:02 AM

The German government has approved a new system to make it easier to return Nazi-looted art to their rightful owners.

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The Musk effect: Could the X owner actually impact Germany’s election?

Europe • 7:41 AM

The tech billionaire’s comments online have caused Germany’s government to claim he was ‘interfering’ in the country’s upcoming elections – but it's unclear yet if his efforts would have a substantial impact on the vote’s outcome.

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How will Russia's cut gas supply impact the EU? | Radio Schuman

Europe • 7:18 AM

On January 1st, Russia stopped supplying gas to Europe, ending decades of dominance over the bloc’s energy markets.

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From Tracey Emin to Ancient Egypt: The best art exhibitions and openings to catch in 2025

Culture • 7:15 AM

With groundbreaking biennials, major exhibitions and highly anticipated museum debuts, 2025 promises an exciting year of art openings across Europe and beyond.

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Power 25 for 2025: Who will impact EU policy this year?

Europe • 7:15 AM

As the new European Commission and Parliament sets off for the first new year of its mandate, Euronews has picked 25 to watch in 2025.

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The new smart glasses and AI watches that will make Meta, Google and Apple think twice

Business • 6:31 AM

Smart glasses are getting big attention at CES 2025, with some set to challenge Meta's Ray-Bans. AI watches for children and adults were also on show.

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Latest news bulletin | January 10th – Morning

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

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Death toll rises to 10 as wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles

At least 10 are believed to be dead as multiple blazes scorch several cities in the Los Angeles County Area in one of the worst outbreaks of wildfires to strike southern California.

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Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Machado arrested then freed after leading protests in Caracas

Venezuela’s opposition leader María Corina Machado defies Maduro to lead protests that ended with her brief arrest.

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US President Joe Biden delivers eulogy at late president Jimmy Carter's state funeral in Washington

The late US President Jimmy Carter received a funeral service at the National Cathedral in Washington DC. All living current and former presidents were in attendance, in addition to foreign dignitaries, to witness the final honouring of the 39th US presid

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France's Sarkozy tells trial he never received campaign funding from Libya

Europe • 12:58 AM

Sarkozy is accused by prosecutors of having struck a deal with Libya's late dictator Muammar Gaddafi to receive millions of euros in illegal funding.

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'Standing under a collapsing roof': Serbian students demand justice after fatal awning collapse

Europe • 12:54 AM

Euronews has spoken to five students across Serbia who are part of the Western Balkan country’s protest movement demanding justice after the deadly Novi Sad train station awning collapse killed 15 and injured two.

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Video. Los Angeles fires leave a devastated landscape

Large-scale fires in Los Angeles have forced thousands to evacuate their homes and claimed at least 10 lives,

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Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Babygirl' - Nicole Kidman shines in sex-positive BDSM drama

Culture • 12:37 AM

‘Babygirl’ created quite the buzz when it premiered at the Venice Film Festival last year, and it's already one of the most talked about films of 2025. Nicole Kidman stars as a woman willing to risk it all for a torrid affair which allows her deepest desi

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German election 2025: Who’s ahead in the polls?

Europe • 12:04 AM

Support for Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s SPD, the Greens, and the FDP has declined as opposition parties like the CDU and the AfD have gained momentum — get the latest opinion poll results on Euronews and follow live updates here.

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Thursday, january 9, 2025

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado arrested after reappearance at protests

Machado's reappearrance coincided with the announcement of Edmundo González in the Dominican Republic of returning to Caracas to assume the presidency.

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Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González is in Panama for regional support tour

Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González is mobilizing regional backing, asserting he won July’s election over President Nicolás Maduro.

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Germany's far-right AfD chief pushes back on Nazi claims in chat with Elon Musk on X

Europe • 8:00 PM

The tech billionaire hosted an online discussion with the far-right party's leader Alice Weidel, an event the European Commission warned could have legal repercussions.

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Tehran: Swiss national held on espionage charges 'commits suicide' in Iranian prison

According to local reports, prison officials stepped in to rescue the Swiss national at the Semnan prison, some 180 kilometres (110 miles) east of Tehran. But their efforts were in vain.

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The highs and lows of Elon Musk: How the world's richest man was made

Business • 5:48 PM

The road to becoming the billionaire owner of Tesla, Space X, and X was bumpy. From his failures and successes, here is how Elon Musk made it.

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On show at the CES: Ever more efficient robots

Formerly known as the Consumer Electronics Show, CES attracts participants and exhibitors from all over the world to Las Vegas.

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Ramstein: Germany pledges more tanks, missiles, and air defence for Ukraine

Europe • 5:22 PM

The German Defence Minister has pledged additional military aid to Ukraine at today's meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group in Ramstein.

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Latest news bulletin | January 9th – Evening

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

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How smoke from LA wildfires is now threatening millions of people's health

Business • 4:48 PM

As major fires spread through Los Angeles, what are the risks of wildfire smoke on people's health?

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How can European rearmament be financed?

The member states are divided on joint arms purchases, joint borrowing and the need to buy European.

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EU companies forced to 'silo' operations in China, harming competitiveness, report finds

Business • 4:14 PM

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China warned that the trend could accelerate deglobalisation and reduce global economic growth.

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Poland picks apple as its EU presidency symbol

Europe • 4:07 PM

Attendees at events during Poland’s EU presidency are in for a fruity treat — local apples will take centre stage as the official symbol of this six-month term.

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EU financial watchdog warns that 'IBAN discrimination' still harming consumers

Business • 4:00 PM

From February 2021 to September 2023, consumers reported almost 3,500 cases of alleged IBAN discrimination on the 'Accept My IBAN platform', mostly in France and Spain, accounting for 31% and 21% of all cases respectively.

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