French teen who licked vending machine straw faces jail in Singapore
The teen, who posted on social media a video of himself licking the straw, could be jailed for more than two years.
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Japanese public wants energy-saving steps as Takaichi holds back
Some 74 per cent of those surveyed in a recent poll said energy-saving is needed.
Greens issue list of demands for 'EU change'
MEPs have issued “five essential points" for EU reform following the Hungarian election results. They say the EU needs to “seize the opportunity and ensure that we will never see another member state steal EU funds, block decisions and take away people’s rights”. The Tisza
European markets set to open higher despite US-Iran negotiations stalling
European markets set to open higher on Monday morning, despite talks between Iran and the US stalling.
Orangutan uses Indonesia canopy bridge in 'world first': NGO
A Sumatran orangutan has been filmed for the first time crossing a man-made canopy bridge constructed to help the endangered animals bypass a tarred road on the Indonesian island, an NGO said Sunday.
‘Joint venture in reverse’: Foreign carmakers seek edge with China partners
Legacy overseas brands are now seeking out collaborations in China to boost competitiveness.
How can Europe avoid a new energy crisis? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
EU fossil fuel imports have increased by €24 billion since the US-Iran war, with oil prices up 60 per cent and gas 70 per cent. How will the EU’s new AccelerateEU plan avoid a full-scale energy shortage? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
Five cool European cities you can’t miss - or pronounce
Some of Europe’s most compelling destinations aren’t the ones you already know—they’re the ones you’re not quite sure how to say. From Wrocław (vro-tswahf) to Aalborg (awl-borg), a new wave of cities across Central and Northern Europe is redefining travel through design,
Jonah Hill Says David O. Russell Was “F***ing Nuts” While Filming ‘I Heart Huckabees’
Hill came quick with compliments — “I mean 'Flirting With Disaster' and 'Three Kings,' he’s so goated” — while getting real about Russell’s notorious 2004 production, which he said was drowning in drama as he screamed at Lily Tomlin and wrestled with production designer K.K.
Lightning strikes kill 14 as Bangladesh lashed by seasonal storms
DHAKA, April 27 - At least 14 people were killed after lightning strikes hit several parts of Bangladesh, officials said on Monday, as seasonal thunderstorms swept across the country.
Europe Today: Suspect of White House press dinner shooting reportedly targeted Trump
Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Record bear sightings in Japan cause alarm as hibernation ends
Woman’s body found in Iwate prefecture last week, soon after a police officer was injured in bear attack nearby Rested but famished bears emerging from hibernation in Japan are already coming into contact with humans, with the pace of sightings outstripping that seen in 2025, a
The Devil Wears Prada 2, Melanie C and birds: What to see, do or hear this week in Europe
Meryl Streep returns as the world's most fearsome fashion magazine editor while former Spice Girl Melanie C releases her ninth studio album. Here's what to look out for this week.
This one change to your exercise routine could add years to your life
Mixing up your workouts might be the real secret to a longer life. Long-term research tracking over 100,000 people for more than three decades suggests that doing a variety of physical activities—rather than just more of the same—can significantly lower the risk of death.
The rising Chinese carmaker not named BYD
Geely is rising at a pivotal moment, having built a business model designed to handle volatility.
MEP Schilling calls for private jet ban: 'If everyone is asked to cut back, start with the super-rich'
In response to soaring energy prices, Green MEP Lena Schilling and 20 Green MEPs are calling for an temporary EU-wide grounding of private jets in a letter to Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas (pictured). The blockade
Son Suk-ku, Ha Jung-woo Board Yoon Jong-bin’s ‘The Generals’ for Netflix
Netflix has begun production on “The Generals” (working title), a Korean political drama directed by Yoon Jong-bin in which Son Suk-ku and Ha Jung-woo play real-life historical figures Roh Tae-woo and Chun Doo-hwan. The film is Yoon’s first feature since “The Spy Gone North” in
At least 16 killed across Ukraine and Russia in exhange of strikes on Chernobyl anniversary
Russian drone and missile strikes on the city of Dnipro killed at least nine, Ukrainian authorities said Sunday, while Russian officials claimed one man was killed in a Ukrainian drone strike on the port city of Sevastopol.
Africa: Envoy Allays Fears Over Tanzanians' Safety in South Africa
[Daily News] Pretoria, SA -- Tanzania's High Commissioner, James Bwana, has assured that the Tanzanian community living in various cities in South Africa is safe and not being targeted by attacks from locals, contrary to claims made in a video clip circulating on social media
Iran war disrupts the circuit board supply chain, raises costs for tech firms
The disruption is a fresh blow to electronics manufacturers.
Free-to-air events, swanky stadium: What HK’s sports push is really about
The city seeks to boost the economy and unite society.
Korea Box Office: ‘Salmokji: Whispering Water’ Holds Strong
The local horror-thriller “Salmokji: Whispering Water” maintained its dominance at the South Korean box office during the weekend of Apr. 24–26, 2026. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the film earned $2.4 million from
'I loved everything about it': Reconnect with nature on Germany's barefoot hiking trails
Germany's barefoot hiking trails have inspired the launch of similar nature walks in the US.
As climate disasters grow, early skills may help children’s brains before they are born, study finds
Prenatal stress is detrimental to a child’s developing brain. Researchers think there might be a way to reduce the damage done by helping children in their first years build strong adaptive skills.
Europe’s best destinations and routes for cycling holidays in 2026
From Portugal’s Atlantic coast to Catalonia’s new gravel routes, the top European cycling trips for 2026 focus on accessible distances and slower, more immersive travel.
‘I needed to be in that strange, flat place’: how an Orkney garden healed a writer
After her sister died, Victoria Bennett left Cumbria for the remote Scottish archipelago, where she learned to go with the ebb and flow of life It was during her first winter in Orkney that the nature writer Victoria Bennett experienced the joy of baying into the sea during a
Africa: Dr Chris Van Straten On Why Malaria Remains Africa's Biggest Health and Economic Threat
[Capital FM] Dr Chris van Straten, Spokesman, Global Health Advisor for Clinical Governance at International SOS
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Here's the Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred release time for your region
Find out when you can cross the sea to Skovos.
Gravity follows Newton and Einstein’s rules, even at cosmic scales
By tracking galaxy clusters hundreds of millions of light years apart, Penn physicist Patricio Gallardo and collaborators find that the laws of gravity written by Newton and Einstein still hold, leaving little doubt that invisible dark matter exists. Key takeaways Gravity, as
'I don't want the children to see how worried we are': UK family finances hit by Iran war
British families tell BBC Panorama how the Iran war is affecting their monthly budgets.
DeepSeek slashes fees for new AI model in Chinese price war
The move threatens to re-ignite a price-based war that erupted after DeepSeek up-ended the industry with the R1 in 2025.
Which country in Europe has the most data centres driving the AI boom?
The US is the clear global leader of data centres, with more than double the EU total. Germany and the UK rank ahead of China. Euronews Next takes a closer look at the number of data centres and the factors driving investment.
Jonah Hill “Wasn’t Happy” But He Got Married, Became a Dad And Is Ready to Be Funny Again
The Oscar nominee was the guest at SiriusXM’s ‘Smartless LIVE’ at Hollywood’s Palladium where he teased his new chapter: "I'm about to go on a run of just the dumbest shit you've ever seen in your entire life.”
Africa: Renewables Rising, Part 2 - Seeking Stability Amid Volatile Fossil Fuel Markets
[UN News] As global energy markets remain volatile and the price of oil high due to instability and conflict in the Middle East, more countries are looking at investing in renewables to shield their economies from the shocks caused by fossil fuel reliance, rein in import bills
Africa: Black British Music Takes Centre Stage As London's V&A East Opens Doors
[RFI] London - More than 125 years of black music in Britain is being celebrated in the inaugural exhibition at the new V&A East museum in Stratford, London. RFI was at the opening to explore how music from Africa, the Caribbean and North America merged to make a distinctly
Africa: Renewables Rising, Part 1 - How Four Countries Are Reshaping Energy Security
[UN News] The ongoing insecurity in the Middle East, where a large proportion of the world's oil and gas is extracted, is forcing many countries to focus on how they can ensure access to cheap and reliable energy supplies primarily through the use of renewable power sources.
China Box Office: ‘Michael’ Claims Top Spot During Another Sluggish Weekend
Universal’s biographical drama “Michael” debuted at the top of the China box office during the April 24–26 weekend, earning RMB32.6 million ($4.8 million), according to data from Artisan Gateway. With $217.3 million, “Michael” is also the No. 1 film in the world, per Comscore.
Malaysia's jailed ex-PM Najib withdraws appeal on house arrest, local media reports
The ex-premier launched a legal bid for home detention after his sentence was halved by a pardons board decision chaired by Malaysia's former king in 2024.
Iranian foreign minister heads to Russia, Trump says 'call us' to negotiate
WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 27 - U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran could telephone if it wants to negotiate an end to their two-month war, as Tehran's foreign minister landed in Russia on Monday to seek support from President Vladimir Putin.
Farmer charged with murder over fatal shooting of 3 at Johor restaurant
Lim Lian is accused of murdering two Malaysian men and a foreign woman.
Key US senator lifts block on Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh
The Republican senator who had effectively blocked confirmation of President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve said on Sunday he was dropping his opposition after the Department of Justice ended its investigation of the current central bank chair.
Mali's junta in crisis as rebels seize towns and military bases after killing defence chief
According to a government statement, Gen. Sadio Camara’s residence was targeted by a suicide car bomber and other jihadist attackers on Saturday.
Gothic Remake is committed to the original's immersive open world: 'You don't have a minimap, we very strictly kept that'
They considered "a card minigame, or maybe some fishing" but decided against stuffing it with filler.
US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget
TAIPEI, April 27 - The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan on Monday pressed the island's opposition-majority parliament to pass a \"comprehensive\" defence budget, saying integrated air and missile defence systems and drones are critically important and in high demand globally.
US presses Taiwan Parliament to pass ‘comprehensive’ defence budget
The top US diplomat in Taiwan said integrated air and missile defence systems are in high demand globally.
China vows countermeasures if EU enacts 'Made in Europe' plan
The Chinese Chamber of Commerce to the EU said this month the plan marked a shift towards protectionism that would affect trade cooperation between the EU and China.
Orang utan uses Indonesia canopy bridge in ‘world first’: NGO
UK-based charity Sumatra Orangutan Society chief executive said it was a “huge milestone for conservation”.