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Brazil marked Three Kings Day on Tuesday with a colourful procession in Rio de Janeiro, where music and dance echoed through a hillside neighbourhood.
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Eurozone inflation falls to ECB’s 2% target as price pressures ease
Inflation in the eurozone returned to the European Central Bank’s 2% target in December, offering reassurance to policymakers as price pressures continue to ease.
Latest news bulletin | January 7th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Families shocked Swiss ski bar was not inspected for years before deadly fire
The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116.
How an information vacuum about Maduro's capture was filled with deepfakes and AI
A real-time flood of AI-generated images and videos of Maduro's capture by US forces on Saturday were re-shared by public figures and garnered millions of views across Europe.
Putin attends Orthodox Christmas service with soldiers
President Putin attended an Orthodox Christmas service near Moscow, highlighting soldiers' sacred duty and unity.
Western Europe deals with travel chaos as Storm Goretti brings heavy snowfall and ice
Since the mercury dropped on Monday, five people have died in France and one woman in Bosnia as heavy snow and rain sparked floods and power outages across the Balkans.
‘Serious deficiencies’ in security and long queues see soldiers stationed at Lisbon airport
Security flaws at Humberto Delgado Airport already led to the EES rollout being suspended last month.
What to know about the changes to child vaccine recommendations in the US
This week, the United States announced an unprecedented change to its vaccine schedule, removing six recommended childhood shots. Here’s what to know.
Ex-CIA agent Aldrich Ames convicted of spying for Soviet Union dies in prison, US officials say
Ames had been head of the Soviet branch in the CIA's counterintelligence group and gave the Kremlin the names of dozens of Russians who were spying for the United States.
South Korea's Lee says he urged China to help curb Pyongyang's nuclear programme
Lee's visit this week was the first by a South Korean leader to China in six years, with Seoul seeking a reset in relations with its largest trading partner as well as help with the North.
Trump tells Republicans: If we don't win midterms, I'll get impeached
President Donald Trump warned House Republicans that failing to win the midterm elections could lead to his impeachment, urging party unity as he cited past impeachments and argued Republicans should prevail based on what he called a highly successful first year back in office.
Can we reduce AI’s environmental cost? |Euronews Tech Talks
AI has a significant environmental impact — one that is difficult to quantify due to companies' lack of transparency with their data. But can end-users and companies take action to reduce it?
Do Europeans believe their pensions will still exist when they retire?
A new survey finds that state pensions are considered too low, but there is no consensus among Europeans for overhauling them.
AFCON 2025 : Algeria, Côte d’Ivoire cap quarterfinal lineup
The Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal lineup was finalized Tuesday with Algeria and defending champion Ivory Coast booking the last places.
USA: New Orleans kicks off Carnival season with parades and more security
New Orleans kicked off the Carnival season on Tuesday with parades for Twelfth Night, featuring police motorcycles, marching bands, and colourful floats.
Why scientists are worried that Greenland’s Prudhoe ice dome could melt away – again
An ice dome the size of Luxembourg melted around 7,000 years ago. Is history about to repeat itself?
Use of military force 'always an option' in Greenland takeover bid, White House says
Greenland sits off the northeastern coast of Canada, with more than two-thirds of its territory lying within the Arctic Circle making its location crucial to the defence of North America since World War II.
Commission publishes 'fitness check' on EU laws covering the security of electricity and gas supply in view of future revision
A “fitness check” on energy security has been published by the Commission, evaluating the key EU regulations on the security of gas supply and electricity risk preparedness. The two regulations date from 2017 and 2019 respectively, before the energy crisis that affected the gas
Ethiopians gather for Orthodox Christmas Eve candlelight ceremony
Thousands gathered for Ethiopia's Orthodox Christmas Eve in Addis Ababa, marking the end of a 43-day fast with prayers, hymns, and midnight Mass.
Venezuelan migrants in Peru sell T shirts of captured President Maduro
Peruvian street sellers Kely Peraza and Jeanelys Torres use AI to create T-shirts depicting President Maduro, helping Venezuelan migrants stay connected to home.
Joint statement by High Representative Kallas and Commissioners Lahbib and Šuica on the registration of international NGOs in Palestine
The humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to worsen. As winter sets in, Palestinians are left exposed to heavy rain and falling temperatures, without safe shelter. Children remain out of schools. Medical facilities are barely functioning, with minimal staff and equipment. In
Help for heritage: Rome to charge tourists to visit Trevi Fountain
Tourists in Rome next month will have to pay two euros to visit the Trevi Fountain, but entry remains free for residents. The measure is the latest in a series of heritage preservation schemes in Europe where cities such as Venice, Athens and Seville are increasing efforts to
Bremerhaven’s journey from industrial wasteland to iconic attraction
For more than 30 years, EU funding has helped support the transformation of Bremerhaven’s abandoned harbour into one of northern Germany’s most popular visitor attractions. The regeneration which began in the early 1990s is still going on, with restaurants, shops, historic
Aliyev: If you are not strong, being right has no meaning
The interview given by President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev (pictured) to the local media in Azerbaijan on 5 January 2026 constitutes a strategic manifesto that clearly reveals how the new global order is perceived and where Azerbaijan positions itself within
Rare Iron Age war trumpet and boar standard found
The discoveries are "extraordinarily rare", say the archaeologists who helped find them.
A new era of AI shopping: How brands are chosen by algorithms
Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly present in the business world, with more shoppers using the tech to navigate purchases. But what does this mean for the future of commerce?
Blue zones: Are global longevity hotspots a myth? New study shows where people really live longer
Regions known as blue zones are genuine areas where people live longer and are far more likely to reach 100, according to a new study.
Latest news bulletin | January 7th, 2026 – Morning
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AI software that can create digital clones of employees unveiled at CES 2026
Too many meetings, too little time? A new AI software, unveiled at CES in Las Vegas, builds “digital twins” using an employee’s voice, video and knowledge, allowing them to be in two places at once.
What to expect for the first ever EU-Jordan summit
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to meet King of Jordan Abdullah II in Amman, Jordan, to discuss trade and security partnership.
Western Sahara, Trump, and the moment international law Was Exposed
For decades, international relations were governed not only by written rules, but by a shared pretense. The United Nations Charter, international courts, and diplomatic language provided a normative framework that masked the raw exercise of power behind legal and moral
Europe loves night trains - so why are many routes disappearing across the continent?
New night trains are launching across Europe, but funding gaps and ageing infrastructure still threaten their revival.
Health tech at CES 2026: From LED masks to smart scales and a smart menstrual pad
A smart menstrual pad, an allergy device, and an LED mask were some of the health tech devices worth watching at CES 2026.
Russia sends navy to guard oil tanker being pursued by US forces
US officials say that American forces plan to seize the Russian-flagged ship, which is accused of breaking sanctions.
Chris Mason: UK grapples with new era of US unpredictability
This week has seen two case studies in how Europe is trying to bind the US into its future, writes the BBC's political editor.
UK and France to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal agreed
The announcement was made by UK PM Sir Keir Starmer after a meeting of Ukraine's allies in Paris.
US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, says White House
It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island.
Paris under blanket of snow as temperatures drop below zero
Severe winter weather disrupted transport across Britain, France and the Netherlands on Monday, forcing road closures, flight and train cancellations as heavy snow and ice hit parts of northwestern Europe.
France and UK confirm boots on the ground after ceasefire in Ukraine
The security guarantees for Ukraine envisioned by the "Coalition of the Willing" and the United States include a high-tech mechanism to monitor a ceasefire, a multinational force led by France and the UK, and a legally binding obligation to assist Kyiv in case of a future
At least 24 Venezuelan security officers killed in US operation to seize Maduro, Caracas says
The death toll for Venezuelan security officials comes after Cuba’s government on Sunday announced that 32 Cuban military and police officers working in Venezuela had also been killed.
Confused and divided: Where do Europe's citizens stand on the Ukraine peace plan?
Data shows Europeans are reluctant to make significant concessions to Russia, while at the same time agreeing that it is time to push for a settlement with Ukraine.
At least six dead as cold snap grips Europe with snow and ice wreaking travel havoc
Since the mercury dropped on Monday, five people have died in France and one woman in Bosnia as heavy snow and rain sparked floods and power outages across the Balkans.
Security forces clash with protesters in Iran's main bazaar as 36 killed in rallies
The economic situation is likely to worsen as Iran's Central Bank drastically reduced the subsidised exchange rates for dollars it offers to importers and producers.
Swiss bar owners 'overwhelmed with grief' in first public comments since 40 killed in fire
Those comments come on the same day it emerged that fire safety inspections hadn't been carried out at the bar since 2019.
Kazakhstan enters a decisive phase of modernisation, President Tokayev says
Kazakhstan has entered an irreversible new stage of modernisation, underpinned by political reform, economic restructuring and a renewed emphasis on social justice, according to Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. In a wide-ranging interview marking the start of 2026, the Kazakh president
Six dead and hundreds of flights cancelled as snow causes chaos across Europe
Hundreds of flights have been cancelled in Amsterdam and Paris, with thousands of people stranded.
Curfew imposed in southern Nepal city after mosque vandalism sparks protests
Muslim groups began protesting in the streets of Birgunj on Sunday against the vandalism of a mosque in a nearby town.
Morgan Stanley files to launch Bitcoin and Solana ETFs as Wall Street embraces crypto
Morgan Stanley is diving into crypto waters after filing to launch Bitcoin and Solana ETFs on Tuesday. The move signals major US banks are no longer sitting on the sidelines.
Von der Leyen pledges early funding to farmers in final push to secure Mercosur deal
The Commission has offered early access to €45 billion of fuding under the next Common Agricultural Policy budget as soon as 2028 to appease farmers. While France’s backing for the Mercosur deal remains highly uncertain, all eyes are on Italy. Prime Minister Meloni welcomed the