Council offers funerals at 'affordable price'
The council says it has launched a new website to promote its own lower-cost funeral options.
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UK had 'obligation' to approve controversial London mega embassy, China says
The 20,000-square-metre site is set to become the largest embassy complex in the UK by area and one of the largest in the centre of a Western capital.
Train crash survivor: "It will be difficult for Spaniards to overcome this trauma"
Javier Garcia, a nurse, was aboard one of the two trains that tragically crashed on Sunday, killing at least 42 people and causing a generational trauma in a country where train travel is a symbol of mobility. He shared his experience with Euronews.
Solar flares triggered by cascading magnetic avalanches, new observations reveal
Just as avalanches on snowy mountains start with the movement of a small quantity of snow, the ESA-led Solar Orbiter spacecraft has discovered that a solar flare is triggered by initially weak disturbances that quickly become more violent. This rapidly evolving process creates
Support to EU-Republic of Azerbaijan research and innovation cooperation: Upcoming proposal writing camp and expert consultations
From 9 to 13 February 2026, the European Commission invites researchers, innovators and National Contact Points from Azerbaijan to a three-day Proposal Writing Camp and two days of expert consultations in Baku. The training will focus on collaborative research project
Razzie Nominations 2026: ‘Snow White’ and Ice Cube’s ‘War of the Worlds’ Lead With Six Nods, The Weeknd Is Worst Actor Contender
The Golden Raspberry Awards has announced the nominations for its 46th edition, with the live-action “Snow White” and Ice Cube’s “War of the Worlds” in the lead with six nods apiece. Alongside “Snow White” and “War of the Worlds,” the parody award show — whose members recognize
Razzie Awards Nominations: ‘Snow White,’ Ice Cube-Starring ‘War of the Worlds’ Lead With Six Nods Each
Other top contenders on the list of the worst projects of the year include five-time nominees 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' and 'Star Trek: Section 31.'
Trump says there is 'no going back' on Greenland before Davos meetings with European leaders
US President Donald Trump will deliver a speech in Davos on Wednesday where he is also set to have meetings with European leaders to discuss Greenland.
China is now Central Asia’s top trading partner. Will there be a tug of war with Russia?
China’s ties with Central Asia are in the spotlight after the authorities said Beijing topped trade in the region in 2025.
Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell to Reunite for Horror Comedy
The Good Burger co-stars will front and produce Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein
Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu accepts invitation to join Trump's 'Board of Peace'
The board was originally envisioned as a small group of world leaders overseeing the Gaza ceasefire plan but appears to have changed into a body tasked with solving conflicts more broadly.
Germany’s India pivot a test of strategic consistency
The Indo-Pacific has become the principal arena in which economic security, military power and political norms intersect. No longer defined simply by maritime geography, it now serves as a stress test for the credibility of the so-called rules-based international order. It is
Africa: The Shared Challenges of Giving Birth
[MSF] Hermina lives in the Central African Republic (CAR), Murjanatu in northern Nigeria, and Sabera is a Rohingya refugee in Bangladesh. Though they live in vastly different places, the struggles they have faced simply for being pregnant bring them closer together.
Parliament draws the battle lines on Europe’s Critical Medicines Act
The European Parliament gave a resounding endorsement of Tomislav Sokol’s (EPP, Croatia) report on the Critical Medicines Act (CMA), setting out the Parliament’s battle lines for negotiations. With 503 votes in favour, 57 against and 108 abstentions, the report sailed through
Over 1,400 Indonesians left Cambodian scam groups in five days: Embassy
Between Jan 16 and 20, 1,440 Indonesians left sites operated by online scam syndicates.
Newsletter: Trump flies to Davos with Europe-US relations in the balance
Also in this newsletter: why Trump's Gaza Board of Peace is complicating efforts to defuse Greenland tensions, and the view from Strasbourg ahead of a vote that could kick the ratification of the EU-Mercosur deal down the road.
UK inflation rises to 3.4% in December, above forecasts
The U.K. inflation rate rose to 3.4% in December, above forecasts of 3.3% from economists polled by Reuters.
Def Jam Recordings China Launches in Chengdu, Partners With Migu on ‘Guofeng Hip-Hop’
Universal Music Greater China has established Def Jam Recordings China, marking the iconic hip-hop label’s entry into the Chinese market with headquarters in Chengdu, a city recognized as the country’s hip-hop capital. The move extends Def Jam’s 40-year legacy into China’s
Netflix earnings beat estimates but subscriber growth risks linger
Netflix shares have fallen more than 5% in after-hours trading despite earnings beating Wall Street estimates.
Easier mobility for architects as EU-Canada agreement enters into force
EU and Canadian architects wishing to work in each other’s jurisdictions can now easily do so. The Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for architects with Canada – the first such EU deal covering services – has become binding, facilitating professional mobility and expanding
Africa: The Somaliland Crisis Demands That the AU Break Free From Its Rigid Adherence to Postcolonial Sovereignty
[Daily Maverick] The African Union operates within a framework where sovereignty is treated as a static legal artefact, a 'frozen right' granted irrevocably at the moment of decolonisation, ignoring the functional, governance-filled reality of Somaliland.
Malaysia’s IJM denies money-laundering allegations as anti-graft agency freezes US$3.9 million in probe
Following the investigation, which comes just days after the construction giant emerged as a takeover target for conglomerate Sunway Bhd, IJM also denied reports that it is under investigation by the UK Serious Fraud Office.
At Davos, Canada’s prime minister warns of ‘rupture in the world order’
Mark Carney said middle powers such as Canada could build a new order in an era of unfettered great powers, without directly mentioning Trump or the U.S.
Defections from North Korea fall further as regime tightens grip
Just 224 North Korean defectors entered South Korea for resettlement last year – a sharp drop from pre-2020 levels, when over 1,000 people made the perilous journey south each year.
UK inflation rises to 3.4%, driven by tobacco and airfares
It is the last set of monthly inflation figures before the next interest rate decision on 5 February.
China says trade deal with U.S. will 'drain Taiwan’s economy' for American benefits
China doubled down its rhetorics on the trade agreement between Taiwan and the U.S., saying it would benefit Washington while eroding the island's strategic advantages.
Prabowo backs Indonesia’s new capital Nusantara, but how far does it go?
The President's visit reinforces Nusantara's political importance, but tighter budgets will shape the city's progress.
Italy's 'Tutankhamun's tomb': Archaeologists hail discovery of sole Vitruvius basilica
The newly excavated basilica is the only building definitively attributed to Marcus Vitruvius Pollonius, a founding figure of western architecture.
Africa: Magogo - East Africa to Deliver 'Huge and Memorable' Afcon 2027
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The President of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), Moses Hassim Magogo, has expressed confidence that Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania will successfully co-host the 2027 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Why you need to visit Finland’s newest European Capital of Culture
Oulu has a year-long programme of events putting the spotlight on Sámi culture and climate change.
Why has Greenland become so important that everyone wants it?
Europe and the US are interested in Greenland's rare earths and other minerals. This interest has sparked disputes and tariff threats.
Ship recycling: New certificate formats to reduce administrative burden
Ship owners who wish to have their vessels recycled will now be able to fulfil their legal obligations using a single administrative form. The European Commission has on 19 January adopted new formats for the certificates used to list all hazardous material present on board a
Angelina Jolie, Marilyn Monroe, Charli XCX Movies, 13 Scottish Films Set for Glasgow Festival
Among the Scottish films world premiering are 'Molly vs The Machines,' "the story of a heartbroken father’s quest to uncover the truth behind his daughter's death," and the doc 'Psalms of the People.'
Japan to restart world's biggest nuclear plant for the first time since Fukushima disaster
Residents have raised concerns about the risk of a serious accident, citing frequent cover-up scandals, minor accidents and evacuation plans that they say are inadequate.
South Korea court sentences ex-PM Han to 23-year jail term in case related to martial law
SEOUL, Jan 21 - A South Korean court on Wednesday sentenced former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 23 years in jail for charges including engaging in a key action of insurrection concerning ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law in December 2024.
What China’s falling population means for its future
Its current trajectory may have far-reaching economic consequences.
'Really scary': Sydney residents react to shark attacks
The BBC spoke to people in Sydney about the four shark attacks in 48 hours along Australia's New South Wales coast.
Israel's Netanyahu accepts invitation to join Trump's Board of Peace
Jan 21 (Reuters) - Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday accepted U.S. President Donald Trump's invitation to join the so-called "Board of Peace", an initiative that aims initially to end the conflict in Gaza but which could then be expanded to tackle
Europe Today: Trump dominates Davos amid fears over Greenland and tariffs
Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Why the EU is wary of targeting US services in a trade clash
As Washington renews tariff threats, Europe is weighing retaliation. Hitting US services would hurt the US the most, but it comes with high risks.
Asylum applications in October 2025
In October 2025, 62,010 first-time asylum applicants (non-EU citizens) applied for international protection in EU countries, marking a 28% decrease compared with October 2024 (86,470) and a 6% increase compared with September 2025 (58 ,495). There were also 14,495 subsequent
South Korean ex-PM Han gets 23 years' jail for martial law role
The 76-year-old was ordered to report to prison immediately after the ruling.
Study debunks Trump’s claim foreigners pay his tariffs
US President Donald Trump has long insisted, in the face of decades of research by economists, that foreign producers are the only ones who are paying for his tariffs on imported goods. However, a major new study released Monday by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, an
Azerbaijan says it agreed to join Trump's 'Board of Peace'
MOSCOW, Jan 21 - Azerbaijan said on on Wednesday that it had accepted an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump to join his \"Board of Peace\".
Demand for second-hand school uniform store surges
The council-run store in the Queensgate Centre supports about 100 families a week, organisers say.
India beefing up space-based surveillance after border conflict
India encountered surveillance blind spots during a border conflict in 2025 with neighbour Pakistan.
Forest fires break out in Sumatra, Kalimantan despite ongoing rainy season
In Aceh, at least 9ha of land was ablaze.
Community warm space a 'lifeline' for the lonely
The Somerset centre is described as a 'vital safety net' offering people a warm and safe venue.
