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What is DeepSeek, the AI chatbot from China that is sending shockwaves through the tech world?

Business • 7:44 PM

DeepSeek-R1, the latest in a series of models developed with fewer chips and at low cost, is challenging the dominance of OpenAI, Google, and Meta.

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Ceasefire in Gaza: Palestinians return home as roads reopen

Hundreds of thousands of Gazans are returning home, despite the destruction and difficult conditions, to rebuild their lives.

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Georgia's FM says EU decision to suspend visa-free travel is 'politically wrong'

Europe • 6:45 PM

The European Commission had proposed to suspend the visa-free travel regime for Georgian diplomats and officials in response to the violent crackdown on protesters, who took to the streets for weeks to denounce the ruling party's gradual pivot away from E

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Paris Louvre Museum: Higher entrance fee for non-EU visitors in 2026, Macron announces

Culture • 6:06 PM

The announcement comes after the Louvre Museum director revealed the dire state of the famous Parisian arts gallery last week.

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Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni says she is being investigated for repatriating Libyan warlord

Meloni said her justice and interior ministers and an under-secretary are also targeted in the investigation.

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What we know about the EU’s revived Rafah border mission

Europe • 5:12 PM

The EU’s top diplomat has said the civilian mission can play a “decisive role” in supporting the Gaza ceasefire. Euronews breaks down what we know about its mandate and operations.

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UN honours Auschwitz liberation on Holocaust Remembrance Day

UN chief António Guterres warned of growing antisemitism and urged the release of Israeli hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza, marking the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation.

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Latest news bulletin | January 28th – 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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Gaza ceasefire has re-opened the door for aid workers - WFP chief

Europe • 4:58 PM

The recent ceasefire in Gaza has provided a crucial opportunity for humanitarian efforts, significantly improving conditions for the aid organisations, said the chief of the UN’s World Food Programme.

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Johannesburg neighbourhood devastated by fire

A fire in Johannesburg destroyed 1,500 flats, leaving hundreds of people homeless. The tragedy was caused by the explosion of a paraffin stove.

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Bare feet, obscene t-shirts and body art: Watch out for these dress code violations on flights

Passengers can be turned away if they are barefoot or wearing clothing with swear words.

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'Ready to defend': EU hardens line on Greenland as Trump doubles down threat

Europe • 4:35 PM

Donald Trump's repeated threat to take control of Greenland one way or another has aroused a sense of alarm across Europe.

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Russian delegation visits Syria for the first time since al-Assad’s fall

While Russia has maintained its military presence in Syria, recent reports suggest that key agreements — among them a Russian-managed Tartus port project — have been cancelled.

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Does the weather affect young people’s mental health? One study suggests it may

Business • 4:07 PM

Hot weather played a role in Spain, while colder temperatures seemed to affect young people in the Netherlands.

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Serbia's university students lead protests demanding justice for deadly awning collapse

Serbia's university students began a 24-hour blockade in Belgrade on Monday to demand accountability for the November canopy collapse in Novi Sad, which killed 15 people.

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Google Maps will rename Gulf of Mexico as 'Gulf of America' in the US after Trump order

Business • 3:26 PM

Google has said it will make the change in line with US President Donald Trump's executive order, but users in Mexico will still see the Gulf of Mexico.

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General Motors revenue outshines hefty charges tied to China

Business • 3:11 PM

General Motors swung to a loss in the fourth quarter on huge charges related to China, but still topped profit and revenue expectations on Wall Street.

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Book your summer holiday now to beat rising package holiday prices, expert warns

Package holidays have been more popular since COVID - but that is driving up prices.

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Mediobanca rejects MPS takeover bid, calling it ‘destructive of value’

Business • 3:03 PM

Mediobanca rejected a €7bn takeover bid from MPS, calling it “destructive of value” and warning it would weaken its business model.

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When considering Syria, the world should be patient

Syria should be able to approach its future with careful and inclusive steps backed by plenty of international assistance. Syrians are starting to trade, to mend, to plan. They deserve our support and our patience, IOM Director General Amy Pope writes.

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EU DECODED: Should access to abortion be harmonised within EU?

Europe • 3:00 PM

For more than 60 years, Europe has led a global trend towards legal access to abortion. Fears of a reversal of this trend have led to the campaign “My Choice, My Voice”, a citizens’ initiative calling for action from the European Commission.

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European People's Party rejects Jordan Bardella’s proposal to temporarily suspend EU Green Deal

Europe • 2:59 PM

"If we go bankrupt, no one will care about the natural environment in the world anymore," Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said last week in Strasbourg.

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Can EU revitalize its stalled enlargement processes?

Europe • 2:50 PM

Enlargement is often referred to as the EU’s most effective foreign policy, but since its biggest wave of new members joined in 2004, the process has largely stalled.

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Spanish Foreign Minister rejects Trump's plan to clean up Gaza

Europe • 2:43 PM

"Gaza belongs to the Palestinian and the people living in Gaza," José Manuel Albares Spanish Minister for Foreign Affairs told Euronews' Europe Conversation, reacting to recent comments by Donald Trump.

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Microsoft is eyeing a potential bid to buy TikTok, says Donald Trump

Business • 2:41 PM

The new US president told journalists onboard Air Force One on Monday that the Big Tech giant was eyeing a bid for the popular entertainment app.

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Hospital admissions for mental health increase by 65% in a decade among young people

Business • 2:40 PM

Hospital admissions for eating disorders and those among girls aged 11 to 15 had particularly steep increases.

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The Omagh bombing inquiry begins — what happened and what is at stake

In the single deadliest event of the Troubles, 29 people were killed by a car bomb in Northern Ireland's County Tyrone on 15 August 1998.

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Tesla and BMW sue EU as discontent over Chinese EV tariffs mounts

Business • 1:41 PM

Both BMW and Tesla have been hit with tariffs by the EU on imports of electric vehicles made in China, along with other Chinese manufacturers such as BYD and SAIC.

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ICC to pursue arrest warrants over atrocities in Sudan’s West Darfur region

ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan told the UN Security Council that 'criminality is accelerating in Darfur", with gender-based violence a particular concern.

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Boeing posts significant losses as strikes and production challenges hit

Business • 1:31 PM

Boeing posted a fourth-quarter loss of $3.8 billion (around €3.4bn) on Tuesday as a machinists strike and other problems continued to plague the troubled aircraft manufacturer.

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Protesters attack foreign embassies in DR Congo over M23 rebel advance

Dozens of protesters in Kinshasa attacked foreign embassies, demanding action against M23 rebels in the country's east. Police used teargas to disperse them.

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The US is threatening global tariffs: What are they and how do they work?

Business • 1:19 PM

The United States in recent years has gradually retreated from its post-World War II role of promoting global free trade and lower tariffs. That shift has been a response to the loss of US manufacturing jobs, widely attributed to unfettered tree trade and

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Coca-Cola drinks recalled in 3 European countries due to high chlorate levels

Business • 1:15 PM

The company said the recalled drinks had a higher level of the chemical chlorate, but the risk to consumers is low.

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Kubilius: Space is an EU top priority, but budget is still limited and fragmented

Europe • 11:53 AM

In ten years, the global space economy could triple in size. Europe wants to remain at the forefront of this sector, but risks being left behind if words are not matched by action, said EU Commissioner for Space and Defence Andrius Kubilius.

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Ikea looks to expand second-hand furniture offering after test success

Business • 11:48 AM

The Swedish furniture maker is going head to head with competitors including eBay and Depop.

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LVMH sells Stella McCartney minority stake as luxury sector struggles

Business • 11:34 AM

LVMH has already sold the streetwear fashion brand Off-White recently, as well as its stake in Cruise Line Holdings amid dampened global demand for luxury goods and falling Chinese sales.

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Denmark to inject almost €2bn into Arctic security amid Trump's Greenland threats

Europe • 11:26 AM

Copenhagen is boosting its military spending and holding talks with European allies as Trump ramps up his expansionist rhetoric.

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Chinese New Year 2025: Everything you need to know about the Year of the Snake

Culture • 11:25 AM

The Lunar New Year starts tomorrow, welcoming the Year of the Snake. What can we expect from this year and how are people celebrating? With soup and puppets, for some...

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Industry calls on EU competition chief to wrap up investigations

Europe • 11:23 AM

EU probes into Apple, Alphabet and Meta — which were opened last March — remain unclosed.

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

Los Angeles wildfires - in pictures

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Latest news bulletin | January 28th – 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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New York hosts first-ever full replica of Anne Frank’s hiding place outside of Amsterdam

Culture • 10:39 AM

A full-scale replica of Anne Frank's secret annex opened in New York City on Holocaust Remembrance Day, offering a look into her two years in hiding.

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Serbian Prime Minister Miloš Vučević resigns after months of protests

Vučević resigned just one day after President Aleksandar Vučić announced plans for urgent government reconstruction.

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One of Europe's most wanted fugitives is hiding out in Sierra Leone, Dutch officials say

Europe • 10:28 AM

The Netherlands and Sierra Leone are investigating reports that the Dutch cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers is living in the West African nation.

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ECB set to cut rates this week: Could Trump tariffs cloud outlook?

Europe • 10:26 AM

The ECB is expected to cut rates by 25bps to 2.75% on Thursday as inflation nears 2% and growth remains weak. Analysts see further cuts in 2025, but US trade tariffs could add uncertainty.

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Data security: Which EU countries protect themselves the most?

Europe • 10:00 AM

Most online users don't read privacy statements and prefer to focus on managing their own data security on the internet.

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US health officials ordered to stop working with WHO immediately, speeding up impact of withdrawal

Business • 9:27 AM

US experts said the sudden pause came as a surprise and would set back efforts to contain health threats abroad.

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French film academy behind the César Awards quits Elon Musk’s X

Culture • 9:04 AM

The group behind France's equivalent to the Oscars has announced its decision to quit X: "The X platform, particularly due to the actions and stances of its leader, no longer aligns with our values."

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Watch: Just Stop Oil activists disrupt Sigourney Weaver on stage during 'The Tempest' show

Culture • 8:02 AM

The climate activists have targeted works of art, Stonehenge, Taylor Swift's jet and Charles Darwin's grave. Now, they're interrupting a Hollywood legend on stage, in order to raise the alarm about a "global shipwreck"...

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Afghans in Albania face uncertainty as Trump suspends refugee programme

US President Donald Trump has suspended a policy that would have allowed Afghan refugees who fulfill certain criteria to resettle in the US.

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EU lacks guidance on AI prohibitions, as rules start to apply

Business • 7:39 AM

The AI Act's rules on banned AI systems including facial recognition systems start to apply 2 February.

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Chinese startup DeepSeek rattles global markets as Nvidia shares plunge

Business • 7:27 AM

The unveiling of Chinese AI startup DeepSeek's latest AI model, which outperforms its US rivals, caused a sharp decline in the value of US and Europe's tech stocks.

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How Poland’s historic Upper Silesia coal mining region is turning towards jewellery

Culture • 7:15 AM

Upper Silesia, a region in southern Poland with long historic ties to the coal industry, is marked by the blood, sweat, and tears of miners. Now, designers are taking this “black gold” and transforming it into pieces of jewellery infused with the local et

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From MrBeast to Elon Musk, who is in the running to buy TikTok?

Business • 7:01 AM

The countdown is on again for a US-based buyer to take on TikTok, as it faces a ban. Euronews Next takes a look at the contenders to take over the app.

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Pascal Lamy warns EU to be tough with Trump | Radio Schuman

Europe • 6:53 AM

Pascal Lamy, the former chief of staff to European Commission President Jacques Delors and former two-term head of the World Trade Organization, told Euronews how the EU should deal with Donald Trump if the American president follows up on threats to impo

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Europe’s 5G coverage lagging amid declining investment: report

Business • 6:11 AM

The European Commission warned last year that its aim to connect all EU households to 5G by 2030 are off target.

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'Dubai is on steroids': How overtourism is fuelling a quiet crisis in the UAE

Skyscraper-studded Dubai has been on a hot streak for the last five years — and some residents are starting to feel burned.

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Latest news bulletin | January 28th – 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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Trump signs order to revise policy on transgender service members in military

The new order on transgender troops does not impose an immediate ban, but directs the Pentagon to come up with a policy on their service in the armed forces based on military readiness.

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Trump Justice Department fires employees involved in criminal investigation against President

The action was the latest effort to turn the table on criminal investigations that for years shadowed Trump, resulting in separate indictments that never went to trial and were ultimately abandoned.

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Israel claims to have killed two Hamas members in strike on vehicle in Tulkarem

The two men were killed as Israel’s large-scale military raid in Jenin continued into its seventh day.

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Storm Herminia brings heavy rain and powerful winds to Europe

Europe • 1:10 AM

Weather warnings were in parts of Spain, Portugal, France, the UK, and Ireland as Storm Herminia brought strong winds, heavy rain, and powerful waves.

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Abramovich accused of dodging millions in tax through yacht scheme

Business • 12:57 AM

The Russian billionaire denied knowledge of the arrangement, saying he was not personally responsible or liable for the alleged tax evasion.

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Thieves use explosives to steal artefacts from museum in the Netherlands

Culture • 12:43 AM

The main artefact stolen from the Drents museum was the golden helmet of Cotofenesti, which was on loan from the National History Museum of Romania.

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The Prince Charles Cinema: Iconic London picturehouse threatened with closure

Culture • 12:35 AM

London’s legendary Leicester Square picturehouse is facing possible redevelopment and could be forced to close. A petition to save one of the UK’s best-loved cinemas and the last independent cinema operating in London’s West End has gained more than 11,00

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CCTV footage shows thieves using explosives to steal golden helmet from Dutch museum

Culture • 12:33 AM

Three thieves broke into the Drents Museum in the Netherlands and stole the ancient Cotofenesti helmet, a priceless Romanian cultural treasure, along with three golden wristbands.

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Masked dancers chase away evil spirits in Bulgaria

The Surva festival in Pernik, Bulgaria, brings together 12,000 performers to drive out evil spirits, mark the end of winter and welcome spring.

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Generative AI code contradicts copyright law, industry says

Business • 12:14 AM

A group of experts appointed by the EU Commission is working on a draft code with a view to publication in April.

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Samsung's new Galaxy S25 handsets unleash new AI features in hotly contested market

Business • 12:04 AM

Samsung has lifted the lid on its newest artificial intelligence (AI) in its new Galaxy S25 series. Euronews Next got hands-on with the new devices.

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Knife attack in Aschaffenburg sparks heated debate on Germany's migration policy

Europe • 12:02 AM

The attack in Aschaffenburg is the latest in a series of violent incidents in Germany, intensifying fears surrounding migration and increasing support for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD).

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Ship with 49 migrants on board arrives in Albania from Italy

An Italian navy ship arrived Tuesday in Albania with 49 migrants who were intercepted in international waters. Their asylum applications are set to be handled by processing centres in Albania.

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Serbian university students stage 24-hour blockade in Belgrade over deadly canopy collapse

Europe • 10:24 PM

Thousands of citizens joined the blockade that followed weeks of protests demanding accountability of the deadly accident in the northern city of Novi Sad that critics have blamed on rampant government corruption.

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'We are the champions again': France wins prestigious Bocuse d'Or contest

Culture • 8:20 PM

France has beaten Denmark and Sweden to win the bi-annual 'Bocuse d'Or' haute cuisine prize and reclaimed the much coveted title, known to many as the Olympic crown of gastronomy.

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Japan: Expo 2025 Osaka gears up to take the world by surprise with its 'resonant society' concept

Expo 2025 in Japan is set to take the world by surprise with its innovations and focus on humanity at a time of sombre global challenges.

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Fire 'under control' in Paris' 12th arrondissement town hall

A fire broke out in the roof of the town hall in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, damaging the bell tower. 150 firefighters brought the flames under control.

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EU agrees on 'step-by-step' roadmap to start easing sanctions on Syria

Europe • 6:06 PM

The suspension of EU sanctions will be temporary and contingent upon the progress made by the new Syrian authorities.

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Holocaust survivors warn of rising antisemitism on 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation

Europe • 5:32 PM

Politicians were asked not to speak at this year's event, as it could be the last time survivors gather on 27 January, the date when the Soviets liberated the Nazi death camp in 1945.

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NATO chief says Russia 'trying to destabilize our countries' and calls for more defence spending

Europe • 5:21 PM

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called on alliance members to step up their defence spending beyond their common goal of 2% of their GDP,

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Latest news bulletin | January 27th – 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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Human case of bird flu detected in UK

Business • 4:23 PM

The risk to the general public remains low, authorities said, after someone was infected with bird flu while in close contact with birds.

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New Zealand: Digital nomads welcome under new visitor visa rules

All the details on who can get the visa and how to apply.

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Swimmers from all over Europe brave the icy Danish waters of Skagen

Founded in 2012 by Rita Eeg, the Skagen Winter Swimming Festival brings together swimmers from all over Europe each year.

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Good grief! Everyone wants a tattoo of Wallace and Gromit villain Feathers McGraw

Culture • 3:45 PM

UK tattoo parlours have seen a huge demand for Wallace and Gromit's arch-nemesis following the release of the Oscar-nominated film 'Vengeance Most Fowl.'

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EU should negotiate with US, China with 'gun in pocket', says Pascal Lamy

Europe • 3:36 PM

The US and China pose existential challenges for the EU, former Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Pascal Lamy tells Euronews' Europe Conversation.

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Ryanair accused of blackmail by Spanish airports as it cuts 800,000 seats for summer 2025

Travellers will find fewer low-cost options at Spanish regional airports this summer.

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US backs down on tariffs after Colombia agrees to deportation flights

Business • 3:00 PM

The Colombian President Gustavo Petro initially refused to accept two flights carrying deported migrants, accusing Trump of not treating the returnees with "dignity".

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Eight out of 33 hostages Hamas is due to release are dead, Israel says

Israeli government spokesperson David Mencer told reporters on Monday that a list provided by Hamas shows 25 of the 33 hostages to be released in the first phase of the ceasefire deal are still alive.

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This Ukrainian drone is safe from electronic warfare thanks to fibre-optic cables

Business • 2:34 PM

Radio signals from standard remote-controlled drones can be interfered with.

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Sweden seizes and boards ship suspected of cable damage in Baltic Sea

Swedish authorities seized the Vezhen, sailing under the flag of Malta and registered with a Bulgarian shipping company, on Sunday over suspected sabotage of an underwater cable.

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Grand Christmas Charity Orchestra: the foundation that changed Polish medicine

Europe • 1:58 PM

Since its creation, the foundation has raised almost 474 million euro for medical aid.

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China’s first corgi police dog loses bonus over 'workplace misconduct'

Despite his misdemeanours, Fu Zai was honoured for his exceptional service in 2024 as an explosives-detection dog and received a Lunar New Year gift package, including gourmet pet treats.

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European leaders criticise Musk for telling Germans to move 'beyond the past'

The tech billionaire made the controversial comment at an AfD rally, two days before the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.

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Universal Music Group and Spotify sign new deal as Björk slams streaming company

Culture • 1:23 PM

“Spotify is probably the worst thing that has happened to musicians.” Despite new agreements between the world’s largest music label and one of the largest providers of music streaming services, the Icelandic artist’s words continue to ring true.

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All together now: Barcelona Liceu's 'La Traviata' showcases the future of opera co-productions

Culture • 11:51 AM

Barcelona's Liceu theatre is currently staging Verdi's La Traviata, a co-production with three European opera companies. The Liceu's revival director Leo Castaldi spoke to Euronews Culture about the process of keeping the performance fresh, cost effective

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Russia claims to have occupied Velyka Novosilka in Ukraine's Donbas

As the EU agrees to extend sanctions on Russia by another six months, the Russian Defence Ministry has said its forces have occupied the east Ukrainian town of Velyka Novosilka in the Donetsk region, a key defensive hub for the Ukrainian army.

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Social media delights in snowball fights and sledding across Texas and the Gulf Coast

Videos posted on social media captured nuns having a snowball fight and Houston firefighters having a friendly battle as a rare storm swept across Texas and the Gulf Coast. The snow closed motorways, grounded flights and closed schools for more than a mil

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House next to Auschwitz opens to public amid alarming international survey results on Holocaust

Culture • 11:32 AM

The family home next to Auschwitz – immortalized on screen in last year’s Oscar-winning film ‘The Zone of Interest’ - is opening its doors to the public for the first time. This coincides with an alarming international survey examining Holocaust knowledge

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