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The findings of this study could eventually improve how mental health conditions are diagnosed and treated, especially for people who live with more than one diagnosis.
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Can electric air taxis really ease city gridlock? Vertical Aerospace reveals latest flying taxi
A British start-up has unveiled an electric air taxi, pitched as a future fix for gridlocked cities - but analysts warn the economics of vertical flight haven’t changed since the helicopter.
European salary rankings: Which countries offer the highest average pay?
The start of the new year is a prime time for job switching — with salary playing a key role in many employees’ decisions. Curious about what your European neighbours are earning? Here is Euronews' country comparison.
Latest news bulletin | December 16th, 2025 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 16th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Festive fare: Europeans are having to dig deep to pay for this year's Christmas feast
Euronews took a quick sleigh ride around Europe to see what bills countries are facing to put on the traditional festive banquet.
Invest in healthcare systems to improve Europeans’ health and prosperity, report finds
Non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes or cancer, cause most of the preventable illnesses and deaths in the EU. They are increasingly affecting younger people, with more children becoming inactive and obese. A new report on the state of health in the EU identifies
Trump sues BBC for $10 billion in defamation lawsuit over edited documentary
The 33-page lawsuit accuses the BBC of broadcasting a “false, defamatory, deceptive, disparaging, inflammatory, and malicious depiction of President Trump,” calling it “a brazen attempt to interfere in and influence” the 2024 US presidential election.
Parliament pushes for a more ambitious and European approach to Critical Medicines Act
The European Parliament’s public health committee has endorsed compromise amendments to the Critical Medicines Act, setting out a more ambitious approach than member states. This evening (15 December), the European Parliament’s Public Health Committee (SANT) voted on compromise
Italy's spa hotels: Must-haves guide
Italian spa hotels range from total disasters to absolute gems, and figuring out which is which before booking gets messy fast. Every place posts gorgeous photos, promises life-changing experiences, but reality swings wildly between "this is amazing" and "I paid how much for
Cardiovascular disease is estimated to cost the EU 2% of GDP
Ahead of the ‘Safe Hearts Plan’ on cardiovascular disease, the Commission released a report which shows the heavy toll on Europe’s health and pocket. The ‘State of Cardiovascular Health in the EU’ report shows that one in three deaths is caused by cardiovascular diseases
Europeans vow to assist Ukraine against future Russian attack after Berlin talks
Zelenskyy hails progress with the US during Berlin talks about security guarantees. Europeans vow to protect Ukraine, including via military means, against Russia in the future. But disagreements over territories remain.
Lawyers of the Italian police officers intend to defend the truth to the end
The trial of a group of police officers who detained Kazakh citizen Alma Shalabayeva with a fake passport of the Central African Republic in 2013 continues in Italy. Despite the apparent crime, the Kazakh woman, who is the wife of fugitive oligarch Mukhtar Ablyazov, was able to
All eyes on Italy as Mercosur deal hangs in the balance
Rome is torn between protecting farmers and maintaining exports to Mercosur countries. But supporters of the Mercosur agreement fear its silence signals Italy may not be on board.
Progress made on many issues, Zelenskyy says after two days of Ukraine talks in Berlin
Germany's chancellor said "perhaps for the first time" since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, reaching a ceasefire appears possible after two days of talks brought "progress on many issues."
MI6 chief says UK faces threat from Russia's desire to export chaos around the world
The speech is the latest in a series of warnings by Western defence and security authorities about the growing hybrid threat from states such as Russia, Iran and China.
Mortgage crisis: What are Europeans cutting back on to make ends meet?
Amid cost-of-living troubles, the 2025 festivities are likely to be subdued for many who have had to give up on amenities and, in some cases, opt for low-key Christmas plans.
Cypriot city of Larnaca wins bid to become European Capital of Culture 2030
Larnaca has been chosen to be the European Capital of Culture for 2030, beating a rival bid by Limassol, according to the Cyprus State Ministry of Culture.
Syria 'at risk of Balkanisation'
Syria is at significant risk of Balkanisation ,thanks to internal stresses and competing foreign interests since the collapse of the Assad government. The term ‘Balkanisation’ refers to the breaking up of a state into smaller entities, comparable to Yugoslavia’s disintegration
The cost of living remains the most pressing issue facing the UK
The cost of living remains one of the most pressing issues facing households across our country and it is felt even more acutely at Christmas time. During a recent visit to my local Tesco store, I spoke to staff and volunteers from FareShare and the Trussell Trust. These are
EU enters crucial week marred by uncertainty and rival interests at critical juncture for the bloc
The EU faces three key issues this week: Ukraine peace talks and making sure Europe gets a say at Trump's table, an unprecedented financial operation to issue a reparations loan facing retaliation from Moscow, and getting the Mercosur deal done. The end result of any of the
Latest news bulletin | December 15th, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 15th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Ukraine hits Russian submarine with underwater drones for the first time
Ukraine’s Security Service said its underwater Sub Sea Baby drones attacked Russia’s Novorossiysk naval base and disabled a Project 636.3 Kilo-class submarine carrying Kalibr cruise missiles.
Cheap solar power and endangered animal comebacks: Positive environmental stories from 2025
Eco anxiety is very real, so we share this year's most uplifting stories to prove there’s hope for our climate.
Capital Markets Union deal 'possible' within a year, Commissioner Albuquerque tells Euronews
European financial services chief Maria Luís Albuquerque says it is ‘possible’ to reach an agreement on the pending legislation needed to achieve the Capital Markets Union. She says political will among co-legislators will be key to get it done as she pushes for ambitious
More than 300,000 displaced in Cambodia near Thai border
Hundreds of thousands of Cambodians who live near the Thai border have fled their homes for temporary shelters.
Louvre closed as staff strike over working conditions, weeks after €88m jewel heist
Labour leaders said the strike vote was unanimous and it was not immediately clear whether the work stoppage will last longer than one day.
European Commission turns up pressure on France over Mercosur deal
France wants to delay member states’ vote on the agreement amid mounting farmer anger. But the EU executive says a shifting global geoeconomic landscape makes the deal urgent.
Belle Époque posters, sex and body art: The most unmissable art exhibitions of 2025
From Belle Époque posters to radical performance art, 2025 delivered exhibitions that pushed boundaries and opened dialogues.
The burden of cardiovascular disease in Europe: Almost 2 million deaths and €282 billion annually
A new European report warns of the burden of cardiovascular diseases – the leading cause of death for the last two decades, now accounting for one‑third of all deaths every year.
'We are all devastated': French victim of Bondi Beach attack described as 'bursting with talent'
Dan Elkayam, a 27-year-old French engineer, was among 15 people killed in the antisemitic attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday. His former engineering school in Paris described him as talented and kind, while France opened a terrorism investigation and increased security at
Meet the family bringing South African flavours to Macao
A South African–Filipino couple is adding fresh depth to Macao’s culinary landscape, blending family life, local culture and global flavours in the city they now call home.
China’s economy loses momentum amid spending and investment slump
Retail sales slowed and investment contracted compared to previous years as Chinese policymakers aim to make domestic demand a top priority in 2026.
Croatia approves radioactive waste site despite Bosnia protests
Croatia's parliament passed a law enabling construction of a radioactive waste facility near the Bosnian border. The site will store waste from the Krško Nuclear Power Plant and Croatian medical facilities, despite years of opposition from communities in Bosnia who warn it
Spain fines Airbnb €65 million: Why the government is cracking down on illegal rentals
The fine is equal to six times the profits Airbnb made while the properties were still listed despite being in breach of the rules.
Real magic: Why is French supermarket Intermarché's Christmas advert going viral worldwide?
A French supermarket’s Christmas advert is going against the AI trend and it's a hit with millions of people around the world.
Toxic smog blankets New Delhi plunging air quality to hazardous levels
Dense toxic smog blanketed India’s national capital Monday, pushing air pollution levels to their worst levels in weeks.
EU energy ministers set to tackle price discrepancies among member states
High energy taxes and extra charges on the final bill from energy producers are creating large discrepancies among member states fueling the case to complete energy market. EU member states look to narrow the gap.
EU’s Entry/Exit System delays mean passengers are missing flights. Can travel insurance help?
Although not common, air passengers have experienced missed connections due to lengthy processing times at EU borders.
Man arrested in northern Spain accused of using AI to create child pornography
The suspect had also taken photographs of minors in public spaces, such as swimming pools, and used AI to manipulate them into sexualised images.
For €15 an hour, an AI agent outperforms human hackers, study shows
The AI agent ‘demonstrated technical sophistication,’ comparable to the strongest human participants in the study.
EU energy ministers back new fund for cross-border infrastructure projects from 2028
The Connecting Europe Facility is part of the European Union's multi-annual budget for 2028-2034, which foresees nearly four times as much money as the previous budget. It is intended to increase cross-border investment in electric grids, pipelines and renewable energy projects.
Brown shooting suspect still at large after person of interest freed
Police freed a 24-year-old man detained in the Brown University shooting on Sunday night after evidence no longer implicated him. Two students were killed and nine wounded in Saturday's attack.
Bondi Beach gunmen had pledged allegiance to Islamic State group
The gunmen, father and son, who killed 15 people at a Jewish Hanukkah celebration in Australia, were heavily influenced by extremist ideology. The father, who was killed by police, had a firearm license in a country where such documents are hard to obtain.
US offers Ukraine 'strong' security guarantees but territory still unresolved
While US officials talked up progress in Berlin, there was little detail on how the issue of Ukraine's sovereignty would be resolved.
A child, a rabbi and a Holocaust survivor: Lives lost in Bondi Beach attack
The victims of the Bondi Beach attack were ordinary people — children, elders, community leaders, and families — gathered for a peaceful religious celebration, and several lost their lives while trying to protect others.
Punk group Pussy Riot ruled ‘extremist’ organisation and banned in Russia
The ruling follows a September judgment that sentenced all five group members in absentia to up to 13 years in prison.
Hundreds gather to lay flowers at the site of the deadly Bondi Beach shooting
Aerial footage showed hundreds of people on Monday gathering to pay tribute near the site where two gunmen opened fire on Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach, leaving at least 15 people dead.
German police arrest five men over Christmas market attack plot
The men were arrested over an alleged plot to drive a vehicle into crowds at a Christmas market in Lower Bavaria. Authorities say the planning was in an early stage.
Ireland’s Eurovision winner plans to return trophy in protest of Israel’s participation
Eurovision Song Contest winner Charlie McGettigan joins last year's winner Nemo in returning their winners’ trophy. This is in protest at Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026.