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UN aid agency cuts appeal for 2026 to €28bn after lowest annual support in a decade
This year, the UN system slashed thousands of jobs, notably at its migration and refugee agencies, and Secretary General António Guterres' office has launched a review of UN operations.
Global Tourism Forum annonces ultra-exclusive 'Power of 40' event in Davos during World Economic Forum 2026
The Global Tourism Forum (GTF), the flagship platform of the World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI), will convene an elite group of international leaders on 20 January 2026 in Davos, running in parallel with the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. The gathering, titled “The
EU reduces asylum seeker relocations from countries under migratory pressure
EU countries agreed to 21,000 relocations and €420 million in financial contributions for 2026, which is less than the Commission had pitched.
Turkish police officer dies from gunshot wounds suffered in Istanbul drug raid
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said in a social media post on Monday that 970 suspects had been detained in nationwide counter-narcotics operations over the previous week.
What's stopping Europe from plugging the gender gap?
Despite new data showing that complete gender parity in decision-making is still far from a reality, Spain and Ireland have made the most progress in the past 10 years.
European leaders walk tightrope between backing Ukraine and keeping US on board
Europe's leaders are trying to avoid alienating Donald Trump while fighting for Ukrainian sovereignty and future continental stability.
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Yermak's resignation could lead to significant changes in Ukraine's banking sector
28 November will be remembered by many as 'Black Friday' due to the dismissal of Andriy Yermak (pictured). For external observers, the event is unremarkable, but inside Ukraine it is a real game changer. The searches of Yermak's house and his immediate resignation from the post
Louvre workers announce strike over work conditions and security after €88m heist
The robbers took less than eight minutes to force their way into the museum using a freight lift to reach one of the building’s windows and angle grinders to cut into jewellery display cases.
France returns 70-million-year-old dinosaur fossils to Mongolia
French customs have seized a large collection of dinosaur fossils illegally exported from Mongolia, and the specimens will soon be returned to their country of origin.
Did Tusk say that Poland will pay for Germany's World War II crimes?
Viral claims online have misrepresented Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's remark that Warsaw would pay for the Polish victims of WWII, and not Germany, amidst an ongoing reparations debate with Berlin.
'Escape wizard' inmate flees Milan prison in fourth breakout from European jails
Taulant Toma escaped Milan's maximum security prison over the weekend, marking his fourth prison break since 2009 from Italian and Belgian facilities.
“Peace brings a new confidence in the region” says Azerbaijan Tourist Board CEO
Azerbaijan Tourist Board CEO Florian Sengstschmid explains how regional peace, expanding connectivity and cultural diversity are driving new tourism opportunities, positioning Azerbaijan and the wider South Caucasus as an emerging multi-country travel destination.
German chancellor 'sceptical' of US peace proposals for Ukraine as Europeans reaffirm support
Volodymyr Zelenskyy started another intense diplomatic week on Monday after Ukraine concluded talks with US negotiators without a breakthrough, triggering criticism from Trump.
Protesting Greek farmers force their way onto Crete airport tarmac, causing flight suspensions
The demonstrations on Monday are the latest escalation in protests over delays in the payment of EU-backed agricultural subsidies in the wake of a scandal which revealed fraudulent subsidy claims.
Magnitude 7.2 earthquake strikes off Japan's northern coast and triggers tsunami alert
Nuclear power plants in the region were conducting safety checks, public broadcaster NHK said.
Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros, challenging Netflix
The announcement comes just days after Netflix said it had agreed a $72 billion takeover deal for Warner Bros Discovery.
Meet the Kiwi pilot who built Macao’s first gin distillery
In Macao, New Zealand–born pilot-turned-distiller Dan McAulay opened the first gin distillery.
EU countries ramp up deportation drive with new return hubs agreement
EU member states will be allowed to strike bilateral agreements with non-EU countries to facilitate the deportation of rejected asylum seekers.
Golden Globe nominations 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ is favourite with nine nods
The shortlisted films and TV shows have been announced, with the Golden Globes taking place in Los Angeles on 11 January 2026. Here's the full breakdown of the nominations.
Ukraine seeks 'dignified peace' as Russian strikes kill one and injure 15
At least one person was killed and more than 15 others were wounded in overnight Russian strikes targeting several Ukrainian cities. The attacks come as efforts continue to bring an end to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, well into its fourth year.
Doubts grow over reparations loan for Ukraine as final deadline nears
The push to approve the reparations loan for Ukraine has entered the final stretch ahead of an EU leaders' summit on 18 December. Belgium continues to oppose the proposal, while Hungary rejects the Plan B of joint debt. Ursula von der Leyen has warned there are "no easy options".
IBM to buy Confluent in $11 billion deal to bolster AI offerings
Data streaming platform Confluent is responsible for infrastructure that underpins AI systems, allowing companies to rapidly transfer information.
Powerful wave kills four at popular seawater pool in Spain's Tenerife
The pool at Isla Cangrejo, on Tenerife's Los Gigantes coast, is popular with foreign tourists, according to local media.
Shield protecting Chernobyl nuclear power plant no longer blocks radiation, IAEA says
The Europe-built multilayered confinement building completed in 2019 was designed to contain the radiation coming from the melted-down nuclear fuel.
Seven EU countries pressure European Commission to rethink 2035 diesel and petrol car ban
Pressure from EU countries, lawmakers and the automotive industry is likely pushing the European Commission to delay the revision of the bloc's ban on diesel and petrol cars by 2035.
Croatians turn to cold plunges to boost health. Are near-freezing swims good for you?
Local swimming group, Opatija Kukali, has been organising winter swims for 22 years.
Amazing architecture: Frank Gehry's most provocative designs
Frank Gehry's buildings are routinely described as organic, spellbinding and striking. His architecture was unconventional, challenging traditional forms and therefore divisive, but few, if any, could claim indifference . Here's Euronews Culture's look at some of his most
Strikes threaten to paralyse travel across Portugal. Here’s what to expect
About half of the country’s workforce is expected to take part in the walkout.
Thousands march in Brazil to raise attention to femicides
Tens of thousands of women in cities across Brazil rallied against gender-based violence on Sunday amid a series of recent high-profile cases that have shocked the country and sparked fury.
Liberal Ciprian Ciucu defeats hard-right candidate to become mayor of Bucharest
Ciprian Ciucu, a close ally of Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, won the mayoral election in Bucharest with around 36% of the votes, defeating hard-right contender Anca Alexandrescu, who polled at 22%.
Global brands fight legality of Trump’s 'Liberation Day' tariffs
Major multinationals are turning to the US Court of International Trade to claw back duties paid under Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs.
Getting enough sleep may be the key to staying healthy, new research finds
Around 1 in eight people in the global study got enough sleep and exercise.
Norway police say suspect detained in shopping centre shooting, no injuries reported
In a statement, police determined that the Storo Storsenter centre was now safe after the perpetrator, who appeared to have acted alone, fired at least one shot inside.
Lisbon airport queues spark security warnings as police unions cite pressure to speed up checks
Portuguese police unions have warned that government pressure to reduce airport queues is forcing the use of simplified border checks that bypass security databases.
Shell-funded school materials accused of downplaying fossil fuels’ climate impact
School materials emblazoned with the Shell logo are shaping how children as young as 10 learn about climate change.
Football vs soccer: Does Trump want to rename sport before World Cup?
For Americans, the word “football” refers to American football, a sport primarily played with hands. Donald Trump has suggested a new name for the NFL, because “soccer” deserves the name “football”... And even some of his critics are saying he's got a point.
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European Commission to unveil €1.2 trillion plan to upgrade the EU's electric grids, leak shows
The European Commission has identified eight key energy projects under the "Grids Package" to be announced this week, Euronews has learned. The plan aims to increase electricity transmission across the EU27. The EU executive will also endorse storage and hydrogen projects.
Council President António Costa says Europe will not accept political interference in US rebuff
The Council president said the EU will not tolerate political interference in response to a controversial US government document warning of "civilisational erasure" as a result of the bloc's domestic policies, while stating Washington remains an ally and partner.
L’Oréal shares dip as it bets on Galderma and science-based skincare
The firm’s investment in Galderma signals a pivot towards injectables and more cutting-edge beauty technology.
One year after Syria ouster, al-Assad lives under strict Russian supervision in Moscow exile
Former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad lives in Moscow under strict Russian supervision with banned public appearances, limited movements and no political activity since fleeing Damascus in December 2024.
Inside Doha’s new M.F Husain museum: a visionary artist's sketch comes to life
Doha has opened the M.F. Husain Museum, a vibrant new space based on a sketch the Indian modernist artist created in 2008. Designed by architect Martand Khosla, the museum displays six decades of Husain’s work, from early pieces to his later creations inspired by Arab
Migrant boy killed by boat propeller in Greece hours after Crete shipwreck
The body of a 12-year-old boy was found ashore near the Greek island of Samos right after a deadly shipwreck left at least 18 people dead south of Crete.
Elon Musk's war against the EU — should it really be 'dismantled'?
The European Union has become the new favorite enemy of X's owner. Is it just about business? Or is it more about actual political interference?
Italy swimmer Damiano Lestingi proposes during Olympic Flame event
Italy’s Damiano Lestingi proposed during the Olympic Flame event in Civitavecchia, turning his Milano Cortina 2026 duties into a personal milestone.
Thailand ends its afternoon alcohol ban: Here’s what travellers need to know
The afternoon alcohol sales ban dated to 1972, when it was passed to prevent civil servants from drinking during the workday.
New Russian drone strikes hit Ukraine's Sumy region, residents evacuated amid fires
Ukraine reports new Russian drone strikes in Sumy region as firefighters tackle fires and rescuers evacuate residents from a damaged building in Okhtyrka.
Dictators 'testing the borders of Europe', Belarus opposition leader tells Euronews
The exiled Belarussian opposition leader says a "quick, bad deal for Ukraine' would endanger the entire security architecture of Europe beyond Kyiv's borders in an interview with Euronews' morning show Europe Today.