Turner Prize 2025: Nnena Kalu makes history to claim Britain's top art award
British-Nigerian artist Nnena Kalu has won the Turner Prize, one of the world's top art awards, for her "compelling" sculptures and drawings made from recycled materials.
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Rising EU sales of animal antimicrobials raise concern
The latest annual surveillance report from the European Medicines Agency (EMA) shows a worrying increase in antimicrobial sales for animal use across the European Union. According to the European sales and use of antimicrobials for veterinary medicine report (ESUAvet), 98% of
Listeria remains Europe's most lethal foodborne threat
ECDC and EFSA warn over danger of Listeria and Salmonella in latest One Health report. In their joint European Union One Health 2024 Zoonoses Report the ECDC (European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control ) and EFSA (European Food Safety Agency) have highlighted Listeria
France's National Assembly narrowly approves contentious 2026 social security budget
The high-stakes vote gives some respite for the weakened French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu
What will China’s 15th Five-Year Plan bring to the world?
The Communist Party of China (CPC) held the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee, at which it deliberated over and adopted the recommendations for formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan, drawing significant global attention. Li Yan (Pictured above), Charge
Peace prize for Trump triggers complaint about Infantino to FIFA ethics investigators
FIFA's ethics code calls for a ban from football of up to two years for violating the duty of neutrality, though it is unclear if the case will be taken up.
UK sanctions Russian and Chinese firms suspected of being 'malign actors' in information warfare
Officials pointed to fake websites and political ads during Moldova's recent election and fake news sites carrying videos with false claims about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy designed to undermine support.
Zelenskyy meets Pope Leo XIV and PM Meloni in Italy visit
Zelenskyy visited Italy, meeting Pope Leo XIV and Prime Minister Meloni, and reiterated Ukraine's firm stance against ceding territory to Russia.
ICC sentences Sudanese militia leader to 20 years in prison for Darfur atrocities
Abd-Al-Rahman's crimes were committed more than two decades ago, but violence continues to plague Darfur as Sudan is torn apart by civil war.
UN agency reports rise in violence against women journalists and activists linked to online abuse
The study by UN Women follows a similar report by the UN cultural and educational agency UNESCO in 2021 that highlighted the same issue.
Japan earthquake caught on camera in late night videos
Social media videos show the moment a 7.5 quake struck Japan overnight, with residents filming intense shaking and damage inside their homes.
Are small European businesses punching above their weight thanks to AI?
At the same time, many entrepreneurs believe that the only way to build trust with the community is through more investments in human-made content.
Latest news bulletin | December 9th, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 9th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
French far right wants to reopen brothels and put sex workers in charge
National Rally (RN) lawmaker Jean-Philippe Tanguy said his proposed bill would allow sex workers in France to be "empresses in their kingdom."
Cocaine overtakes cannabis as France's most lucrative illicit drug
Cocaine overtook cannabis as France's most lucrative illicit drug in 2023, generating €3.1 billion as usage tripled over a decade despite falling prices.
EU hydrogen market hampered by costly production and uncertainty, energy regulators say
The European Union's goal of producing 10 million tonnes of renewable hydrogen by 2030 are at odds with current market reality, where production and regulation costs leave investors unconvinced.
Zelenskyy seeks backing from Pope Leo XIV and Meloni as he refuses ceding Ukrainian land to Russia
Zelenskyy met Pope Leo XIV and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni in Rome on Tuesday, meanwhile voicing his refusal to surrender territory to Moscow despite pressure from Washington for territorial concessions.
Lithuania declares emergency situation over Belarus balloons
Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene says the "hybrid attack" poses a real risk to national security and civil aviation.
Is it safe to travel to Thailand and Cambodia as border clashes escalate?
In July, a five-day flare-up displaced more than 200,000 people, left 40 dead and affected flights and land routes.
EU's ‘Buy European’ strategy delayed by division among member states
A European plan to favour “made in Europe” products has been pushed back to 2026 by the Commission, with several member states insisting such a preference should be used only as a last resort.
Exclusive: Armenia and Azerbaijan representatives come together publicly in Euronews interview
In what they said was "another brick in the wall of trust," Armenia and Azerbaijan representatives revealed to Euronews in an exclusive interview in Doha how the peace process started, and a joint future both countries should now look forward to.
Italy’s banking clash: MPS, Mediobanca, and their billionaire backers
Although the EU is pushing for greater banking consolidation in Europe, the reality in Italy is proving complicated.
Why businesses are turning to self-hosted crypto payment gateways in 2025 — And what this signals for 2026
Throughout 2025, cryptocurrency payments moved firmly into the mainstream as businesses searched for faster, more secure, and globally accessible transaction models. One trend clearly stood out: the accelerating shift toward the self-hosted crypto payment gateway, a model that
Safe from harm: Study reveals world record breaking dinosaur footprint park protected by mud
A new study paints an enormous picture of almost 17,000 dinosaur footprints in a mountainous area of Bolivia, making it the world's largest find of its kind that's been protected from centuries of erosion.
Right-wing billionaire Andrej Babiš sworn in as Czech Republic's new prime minister
The new coalition is set to follow Hungary and Slovakia and shift the Czech Republic away from supporting Ukraine in Russia's nearly four-year war.
From contacts to contracts: How strategic networking drives international business
Today we are speaking with Mehmet Göktürk İplikçioğlu (pictured), an entrepreneur and international advisor who has been active in global business since 2001. İplikçioğlu has developed his own investments across several sectors, from the international higher education sector to
International exhibition "100 presepi in Vaticano” showcases global nativity creations
The exhibition presents 132 nativity scenes from around the world, on view until 8 January 2026.
Saro Spadaro: From Caribbean commitment to a global blueprint for responsible leadership
Few entrepreneurial journeys in the hospitality and real estate sectors speak as clearly of integrity, vision and resilience as that of Saro Spadaro. For more than two decades, he has led The Maho Group in Sint Maarten, turning the Caribbean island into a blueprint for
How digital archaeology and open science are transforming heritage preservation in China and Europe
From the AI-driven conservation of China’s Dazu Rock Carvings to the Rijksmuseum’s transparent restoration of Rembrandt’s Night Watch, China and Europe are embracing a new model of preservation.
Australia banned social media for under-16s. Could Denmark do the same?
Australia is cracking down on social media for kids under 16, and Denmark looks set to follow with a ban for under-15s.
Uzbekistan’s entrepreneurs are fueling new jobs, fresh ideas and stronger local economies
Small businesses now play a central role in Uzbekistan’s growth, with rising output, more jobs and expanding opportunities for entrepreneurs across the country.
Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum brings 3,000 years of UAE history to the Saadiyat skyline
A new landmark in Abu Dhabi is opening its doors, telling the story of the UAE through the legacy of its founding father.
UK's MI5 accused of concealing the truth over 'Stakeknife' agent who killed for the IRA
Official investigation strongly criticised how the UK's intelligence agency MI5 handled the double agent during the Troubles in Northern Ireland.
Japan earthquake: Is it safe to travel despite the ‘megaquake’ warning?
The ‘megaquake’ warning is the first since the category was introduced in 2022.
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
Airstrikes along Cambodia-Thailand border displace tens of thousands
Airstrikes and rocket fire along the Cambodia-Thailand border have displaced many. Both governments blame each other for breaking the ceasefire, with casualties rising.
Shares in Germany’s Thyssenkrupp slide as it forecasts heavy losses
Thyssenkrupp is entangled in a restructuring process as it seeks to shore up its finances, hit by high energy costs and cheap competition.
Google will launch AI glasses in 2026. Here’s what we know
The announcement marks Google’s return to the smart glasses market after its earlier Google Glass project stalled in 2015.
French PM wins crucial budget vote
Sebastien Lecornu narrowly survived a crucial test on Tuesday as France's divided parliament voted in favour of a 2026 budget bill.
XS.com Review 2026: Is XS a reliable and trustworthy broker?
Trading platforms are rising in popularity, as they are welcoming spaces that allow investors and traders, regardless of experience, to explore market strategies and effortlessly open, close, and manage positions. With the number and variety of online trading platforms that, in
Suspect arrested in Brazil over theft of eight Matisse artworks from library
Two armed men entered the Mario de Andrade Library in São Paulo on Sunday and stole a dozen artworks, according to authorities.
Is Czech Republic's new PM Babiš Orbán 2.0? It is not that simple
Andrej Babiš returns on Tuesday as the prime minister of the Czech Republic. He is more of a CEO than an ideologue.
Excessive heat: How rising temperatures are harming young children's development
Researchers have warned that spells of excessive heat driven by climate change may lead to delays in early childhood development.
Clash over new EU plans for asylum and migration
The European Council has reached agreement on a raft of policies, which will set the direction for the EU’s new asylum and migration system. The agreement between member states, reached on Monday, comes only six months after the European Council, on 26 June, called for efforts
Building peace through connectivity: A strategic outlook on Azerbaijan–Armenia normalization process
Azerbaijan has consistently supported peace and stability in the South Caucasus and maintained constructive relations with its neighbors, including Russia, Iran, Georgia, and the Central Asian states. Following the 2020 war, Azerbaijan sees a historic opportunity to
Severe food poisoning linked to Listeria on the rise in Europe, EU authorities warn
There were more than 6,500 foodborne outbreaks in 2024, a new report says.
How peace and connectivity could redesign the South Caucasus economy
Anyone who has spent time in the South Caucasus knows how much of everyday life has been shaped by what isn’t possible. A short drive on a map becomes a day-long detour. A railway line that once carried families across borders now sits abandoned. Old neighbours avoid mentioning
Revealed: What are the most annoying Christmas songs?
Not everyone gets into the holiday spirit with the same tunes, and Christmas classics often get overplayed. Google Trends and a poll of the American public have revealed the most annoying festive songs.