Malaysia school stabbing: Hundreds attend funeral of murdered schoolgirl

100 blue and white balloons were released into the sky in memory of Shing Xuen.

Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

The magic of unicorns in art, a Bruce Springsteen biopic, and '90s post-rockers Tortoise return - here's what to look out for this week.

Indonesian students to protest as Prabowo marks one year in office

Protesters will gather near the presidential palace to protest against government policies on Oct 21.

Invisible poison: Airborne mercury from gold mining is contaminating African food crops, study warns

In a recent study published in the journal Biogeosciences, scientists have confirmed that mercury pollution from artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is contaminating food crops not through the soil, as previously believed, but directly from the air. Driven by the

The Commission hosts the third plenary of the EU Network Against Corruption

On 15 October, the European Commission hosted the third plenary meeting of the EU Network Against Corruption in Brussels. Launched in May 2023 as part of the European Commission's anti-corruption set of proposals, the EU Network brings together national authorities, civil

Gaza ceasefire burnishes Qatari image as global mediator

Having transformed an Israeli attack on Qatari soil into diplomatic momentum for a ceasefire in Gaza, Doha is forging ahead on other thorny conflicts.

Airport inferno could cost Bangladesh $1bn in damages - experts

The blaze broke out at a key logistics hub in Dhaka that stored clothes and other goods.

Grand Finale in Guadalajara: Heavyweights Bring the Heat

The final day in Guadalajara delivered fireworks as judo heavyweights battled for glory. Christian Parlati, Kurena Ikeda, Zelym Kotsoiev, Raz Hershko and Ushangi Kokauri all struck gold, closing the Pan-American tour with style and power.

Japan set for new coalition and first woman PM

Japan’s Ishin party joins political establishment it vowed to fight

Ishin leader Hirofumi Yoshimura said politics should be about taking risks when necessary to open up new paths.

Japan's Ishin party joins political establishment it vowed to fight

TOKYO - Formed in 2010 to shake up Japan's political establishment and loosen Tokyo's administrative stranglehold, the Japan Innovation Party, known as Ishin, is now set to help the ruling Liberal Democratic Party extend seven decades of dominance.

Cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway, kills two

A cargo plane veered off a runway Monday during landing in Hong Kong, hit a security patrol car and then skidded into the sea, leaving two men in the vehicle dead, authorities said. Officials said an investigation would aim to determine what caused the Boeing aircraft to leave

Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol Celebrate 30 Years of Bollywood Classic ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’: ‘How Indian Cinema Dreams of Love’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Three decades after its Oct. 20, 1995 release, Aditya Chopra’s “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” continues to reign as India’s most beloved romantic film, with stars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol reflecting on the historic blockbuster’s unprecedented cultural impact. The Yash Raj Films

Pact for the Mediterranean enhancing jobs, energy and security

The European Commission and the High Representative have set out a Pact for the Mediterranean that will step up cooperation and economic connection across the Mediterranean Sea. The Pact builds on historic and cultural ties and previous EU work in the region to create a Common

Your DNA may shape how you use cannabis

A major collaboration between UC San Diego and 23andMe identified genes that shape cannabis use behaviors. The study linked the CADM2 and GRM3 genes to cannabis use and connected these patterns to more than 100 traits across mental and physical health. Researchers say

Australia’s Albanese to discuss rare earths, security in first Trump summit

Australia is willing to sell shares in its planned strategic reserve of critical minerals to allies.

Australia's Albanese to discuss rare earths, security in first Trump summit

SYDNEY - Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will hold his first summit with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday, targeting a bigger U.S. commitment to Australia's critical minerals sector as China tightens control over global supply.

Centrist Rodrigo Paz wins Bolivia's presidential runoff, topping right-wing rival

Centrist senator Rodrigo Paz won Bolivia's presidency with 54% of the vote, ending 20 years of rule by the Movement Toward Socialism party amid economic turmoil.

This new iron supplement heals anemia without hurting your gut

Researchers have created a new iron supplement that merges iron, probiotics, and prebiotics. This “three-in-one” formula restores iron levels while maintaining gut health and preventing inflammation. In mice studies, it normalized hemoglobin and gut bacteria without side

China’s economy grows at slowest pace in a year as trade war bites

Official data put the annual growth rate at 4.8 percent, a sobering number for Chinese Communist Party leaders as they begin an important planning meeting.

Pakistan steps up polio vaccination campaign amid security and misinformation hurdles

Despite years of eradication efforts, Pakistan remains one of two countries in the world where polio remains endemic.

Budapest is the bridge to peace in Ukraine

Budapest offers the opportunity for a peace settlement that will enable both sides to break this impasse, former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz writes in a Euronews exclusive.

Latest news bulletin | October 20th, 2025 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 20th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Health care spending: Where are out-of-pocket costs highest across Europe?

Fifteen per cent of health care spending in the EU comes from household out-of-pocket payments. Euronews Health takes a close look at how and why these shares vary widely across Europe.

Toxic haze chokes Indian capital, pollution spikes due to Diwali fireworks

Air pollution levels on Oct 20 were more than 16 times the World Health Organisation’s recommended daily maximum.

Annual awards shine a light on best practice in tourism industry

A leading annual tourism awards event aims to “shine a light” on those in the industry flying the flag for sustainability. The ceremony, held on the final day of the European Week of Regions and Cities, honoured tour operators, hotels and others deemed to be promoting

The Big Question: Can Revolut continue to grow without a French banking licence?

Béatrice Cossa-Dumurgier said that while additional European licences would support Revolut’s business operations, the focus is on meeting customer needs through innovation.

Time is ‘running out’ for SpaceX as Artemis III mission deadline looms, despite successful launch

SpaceX’s Starship successfully took off and landed in its 11th launch last week. What’s next for the rocket that’s supposed to take humans back to the Moon and beyond?

Chancellor says Brexit deal caused long-term damage to economy

Rachel Reeves made the comments about the 2020 deal at a key meeting of the world's leading finance ministers and central bankers.

South Korean park asks social media users to remove posts promoting off-limits cliff

More than 1,000 posts on Instagram have been uploaded with the #1275peak as at Oct 20.

China's economic growth slows as trade tensions with US flare up

Beijing has avoided any sharp downturn but faces economic challenges including the US' tariffs.

US military entanglement in Gaza is a mistake

The drums of military escalation are beating louder in Washington. As the conflict in Gaza continues to rage, there are growing calls—some whispered in policy circles, others shouted from political podiums—for direct US military involvement. Already, approximately 200 US troops

Japan’s Gifu castle offers ‘lord for a night’ experience

The city is accepting applications for the nighttime rental of Gifu Castle’s main keep on Nov 21.

Two killed as cargo plane skids off runway and crashes into sea at Hong Kong airport

Two people have been killed in a cargo plane crash, after it skidded off Hong Kong's airport runway into the sea.

A cheap SanDisk memory card was just found completely unscathed inside an underwater camera found among OceanGate submersible wreckage

A host of images and videos were recovered from the encrypted card, but none reveal new information about Titan's implosion.

China removes top trade negotiator from former WTO post

BEIJING - China has formalised the new role of top trade negotiator Li Chenggang, dropping him from the post of permanent representative to the World Trade Organization, the official news agency Xinhua said on Monday.

Trump announces tariffs and an end to U.S. aid to Colombia amid clash over drug trade

The U.S. will slash assistance to Colombia and enact tariffs on its exports because the country's leader, Gustavo Petro, "does nothing to stop" drug production, President Donald Trump said Sunday.

Trump’s Argentina gambit is not ‘America First’

For all the triumphal nationalism on show at the White House, there are times when it’s unclear what American interests are boosted by Trump’s agenda.

Police seek to detain most South Koreans returned from Cambodia over online scam schemes

SEOUL - South Korean police are seeking to detain most of the 64 South Koreans repatriated from Cambodia over allegations they were involved in online scams in the Southeast Asian country, the police said on Monday.

A wolfberry gelato or a herbal cocktail? In China, TCM meets F&B amid wellness boom

Stores selling food and drink infused with TCM have sprung up around China in recent years.

Man in China jumps into river, smashes car sunroof to rescue trapped driver

Mr Di Shuangcheng said he would do it again if faced with a similar situation in future.

The hidden evolution making men’s sperm more dangerous with age

Groundbreaking research shows that as men age, harmful genetic mutations in sperm become more common—not just from random chance, but because some are naturally favored. Advanced sequencing revealed dozens of genes under selective pressure, many linked to serious disorders. The

China's top trade negotiator removed from WTO post, Xinhua reports

The announcement is part of a list of ambassadorial appointments and dismissals by President Xi Jinping.

South Korea police issue warrants for 45 scam centre suspects

64 South Koreans who had been detained in Cambodia for their alleged involvement in cyberscam operations returned home on Oct 18.

Today's Wordle clues, hints and answer for October 20 (#1584)

Fresh help and hints for Monday's Wordle.

South Korea seeks to become 4th-largest global defence power

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said that the country will devote a “larger-than-expected budget” in defence.

Sombr Addresses Online ‘Drama’ After Concertgoer Called His Show ‘Cringe’

“It’s kind of started a body shaming hate train directed towards me,” the 20-year-old artist says