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Indonesia steps up in US-backed Gaza mission, and into a complex geopolitical gamble
Indonesia’s acceptance of the deputy commander role on Feb 19 signals ambition but also greater exposure.
India showcases homegrown AI models to spark its own ‘DeepSeek moment’
Indian AI startups unveiled homegrown models at the AI Impact Summit, signalling global ambitions, though analysts say a China-style “DeepSeek moment” may still be some way off.
Thai court extends sentence for lawyer who called for monarchy reform
Mr Arnon Nampa was a prominent figure during youth-led democracy movement protests in 2020.
Blackcurrants, olive oil, cheese: Why you should follow these foodie trails around Europe
From a newly developed blackcurrant trail in France to a historic route used by fishermen in Spain.
Indonesia, US sign trade deal, finalising 19 per cent tariff rate and no levy on goods like coffee
Jakarta's pledge to buy more fuel from the US is significant for Singapore, Indonesia’s largest refined petroleum supplier.
Europe Today: Albanese joins us live amid calls from France for her resignation
Tune in to Euronews' new 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.
Victorious Takaichi promises 'strong and prosperous' Japan
"China is intensifying its attempts to unilaterally change the status quo by force or coercion in the East China Sea and the South China Sea," says Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Happy Birthday György Kurtág! Legendary Hungarian composer hits 100
György Kurtág, one of the most important artist of contemporary classical music is being celebrated all around the world to mark his 100th birthday.
Exclusive-Ukraine's 2026 defence exports could hit 'several billion dollars', official says
KYIV, Feb 20 (Reuters) - Ukraine could export several billion dollars of military goods and services this year after authorising its first wartime foreign sales and is considering introducing a tax on those exports, a senior Ukrainian defence official said. Earlier this month,
US under Trump ‘turning against entire ecosystem of human rights', says HRW director
Trump's return to the White House presents an "unprecedented threat" towards human rights, the new Human Rights Watch chief told Euronews.
The 250,000 myth: Can fabricated numbers and propaganda create a political leader for Iran’s revolution?
On 14 February, coinciding with the Munich Security Conference, a rally organized by a segment of the Iranians in Munich to present the son of the last shah of Iran, “Reze Pahlavi” as a opposition figure. What propelled the event to headline status was not merely its political
Closing factory workers paid to help at food bank
Dutch coffee-making giant Jacobs Douwe Egberts (JDE) will close its plant in Banbury this year.
Japan’s Takaichi vows to break with ‘fiscal austerity’ to spark economic revival
This underlines her administration’s commitment to revitalising the economy.
The Madrid Codices: Leonardo da Vinci's treasure trove digitised by Spain's National Library
On 13 February 1967, the Spanish National Library announced the discovery of the Madrid I and II codices, two manuscripts by Leonardo da Vinci that had remained poorly catalogued for more than a century. But they are being digitised to make them accessible to the public.
Scientists uncover oxygen-loving ancestor of all complex life
For decades, scientists have believed that complex life began when two very different microbes joined forces, eventually giving rise to plants, animals, and fungi. But one major puzzle remained: how could these organisms have met if one depended on oxygen and the other
Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star actor and ALS awareness advocate, dies at 53
Dane died from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, known also as Lou Gehrig’s disease, less than a year after he announced his diagnosis.
Japan PM Takaichi warns of China ‘coercion’, vows security overhaul
Her four-month tenure has been marked by a diplomatic dispute with China.
Japan PM Takaichi warns of China 'coercion', vows security overhaul
TOKYO, Feb 20 - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warned of growing Chinese \"coercion\" in her first post-election speech to parliament on Thursday, and pledged to overhaul defence strategy, ease curbs on military exports and strengthen critical supply chains.
South Korea's ex-President Yoon apologises after life sentence over martial law
SEOUL, Feb 20 - Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol apologised on Friday for his short-lived declaration of martial law in December 2024, a day after a Seoul court sentenced him to life in prison for masterminding an insurrection.
US imports more from Taiwan than China for first time in decades
US purchase of goods from China plunged 44 per cent in December from 2024.
Starmer 'appeasing' big tech firms, says online safety campaigner
Baroness Kidron tells the BBC the PM has being "late to the party" in regulating social media.
Wildfire-friendly weather nearly triples: Will outbreaks leave countries scrambling for resources?
The risk of synchronous wildfires is rising - and help won't be as likely to come from neighbouring countries busy with their own flames.
Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane dies at 53 after ALS diagnosis
The actor, who also starred in HBO's Euphoria, battled the most common form of motor neurone disease.
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'Sled head' and ‘skier’s thumb': The common injuries at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
Winter Olympic athletes face high injury rates, yet some of the most common injuries go unnoticed.
How ‘smog capital of Poland’ saved 6,000 lives by cutting soot levels
Kraków’s ban on burning solid fuels plus subsidies for cleaner heating has led to clearer air and better health As a child, Marcel Mazur had to hold his breath in parts of Kraków thick with “so much smoke you could see and smell it”. Now, as an allergy specialist at
China’s AI chatbots censor politically sensitive questions, study finds
Chinese AI models were more likely to refuse or inaccurately reply to politically-charged questions than non-Chinese models, a study has found.
Social housing and rent aid: How much do governments spend per person?
Euronews Business examines housing benefits within Europe’s broader social protection spending. The EU has just launched its first Affordable Housing Plan, aiming to ease a deepening housing crunch.
Roma campaigners call for 'grace period' over new road safety rules
The Roma Foundation for Europe has urged the North Macedonian government to implement a “grace period” for documentation, registrations, and licence compliance linked to the country’s new “Safe City” system. The initiative, introduced by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, is
Madrid is crowned Europe’s best destination for 2026
While Spain’s capital took the top spot, Italy dominated the overall rankings.
Hong Kong’s Filmart at 30: From Marketplace to Media Powerhouse
The Asian film market celebrates its 30th edition, spotlighting AI, cross-border IP and Hong Kong’s gateway role to China.
Trump warns of ‘bad things’ if Iran doesn’t make a deal as US ramps up military presence
Trump's latest threat comes as tensions ramp up and as the second US carrier nears the Mideast.
Charges Dropped Against Country Singer Conner Smith After Fatal Car Accident That Left Senior Dead
The musician struck and killed 77-year-old Dorothy "Dot" Dobbins last summer
Ex-South Korea leader Yoon apologises for martial law crisis
Yoon Suk Yeol is facing a life sentence after a court found him guilty of insurrection.
Africa: Africa Deserves UN Security Council Representation, Improved Access to Financing - Angola's UN Envoy
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Urgent reform of the United Nations system and comprehensive debt relief for African countries are essential to the continent's development and global fairness, Angola's Permanent Representative to the UN, Francisco José da Cruz, said.
Africa: Near Point-of-Care Tests for Tuberculosis - Report
[MSF] Informed by Médecins Sans Frontières' (MSF's) extensive experience in tuberculosis diagnosis and care, this factsheet provides an overview of key technical and operational considerations for the implementation of emerging near point-of-care nucleic acid amplification
Africa: IFJ Backs Calls On Government to Take Next Steps to Enhance Media Freedom
[IFJ] But the Federation also pledged to continue to support SLAJ's advocacy for further action to promote media freedom , especially with respect to Section 44 (2) of the Cyber Security and Crime Act which threatens freedom of expression and media rights.
‘I Can Only Imagine 2’ Review: Now That He’s a Christian Rock Star, Bart Millard Has More Problems Than Ever. But Is He Only Imagining Them?
On the tour bus, Bart and his buddies, like the band manager, Brick (Trace Adkins), an aging biker with the voice of Sam Elliott, engage in a form of badinage I would characterize as bro Christianity. They’re devout, but they’re just dudes. That’s kind of the point. "I Can Only
‘Irreversible on any human timescale’: Scientist reveals best and worst-case scenario for Antarctica
Despite being far away from civilisation, a melting Antarctic’s "disastrous" consequences will ripple across the world, researchers warn.
New drone unit to investigate illegal waste dumping across England
Government announces tougher measures to tackle unlicensed sites as ‘prolific waste criminal’ is ordered to pay £1.4m A new 33-strong drone unit is being deployed to investigate the scourge of illegal waste dumping across England, the government has announced. The improvements
Scientists reveal best- and worst-case scenarios for a warming Antarctica
The climate crisis is warming Antarctica fast, with potentially disastrous consequences. Now scientists have modeled the best- and worst-case scenarios for climate change in Antarctica, demonstrating just how high the stakes are—but also how much harm can still be prevented.
Halting irreversible changes to Antarctica depends on choices made today
Antarctic Peninsula projections show accelerating ice loss, warming oceans and global sea level impacts tied to greenhouse gas emissions.
Indonesia to take deputy commander role in Gaza peacekeeping force: US general
Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs had previously said that the country’s military will be deployed strictly for humanitarian purposes and not combat operations.
China’s submarine surge testing Pacific’s undersea balance
China’s accelerating nuclear submarine buildup is no longer just a shipyard story, but a strategic test of whether faster production can be converted into real leverage against US sea power in the Pacific. This month, the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS)
‘He Was So Heroic’: Eric Dane Remembered by His Friends and Costars
Sam Levinson, Alyssa Milano, Maria Shriver, and more paid tribute to the veteran actor after he died following a battle with ALS
Africa: Why Ending Child Marriage Is Key to Advancing Africa's Economic Development
[IPS] By Zuzana Schwidrowski and Omolola Mary Lipede
Africa: Should South Africa Use the Army to Fight Gangs? the Short Answer Is No
[The Conversation Africa] When President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the deployment of the South African National Defence Force to the provinces of Gauteng and the Western Cape in his 2026 State of the Nation Address, he was met with desperate applause by a crime-weary nation.