Train collision in Spain kills at least 21, injures dozens
UGC footage shows the aftermath of a train collision in southern Spain that killed at least 21 people.
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At least 21 killed in Spain after crash involving high-speed trains
The incident happened near the town of Adamuz, close to the city of Cordoba.
At least 21 dead after Spanish high-speed trains collide in Cordoba
Spanish railway infrastructure operator ADIF has suspended all train services between Madrid and Andalusia until further notice.
EU weighs response to Trump's tariff threat over Greenland
Europe is split between hitting back at Trump's tariff threat or holding fire to avoid a damaging trade war.
EU holds back trade ‘bazooka’ as it seeks diplomatic solution with the US over Greenland
European Union countries will not yet deploy the anti-coercion instrument (ACI) in response to Trump’s Greenland tariff threats, people familiar with the matter told Euronews. The EU will prioritise a 'diplomatic solution'.
Presidential elections in Portugal could bring another victory for populists in Europe
A record number of 11 candidates are running in Sunday's presidential elections in Portugal, with a populist leader set to bring another political breakthrough to Europe's rising far-right parties.
Syrian government announces ceasefire with Syrian Democratic Forces
A ceasefire agreement and the integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) into the Syrian army was announced following the army's takeover of areas in the east of the country, including military, security and administrative arrangements.
World leaders to gather at Davos as Trump reshapes global order
The annual gathering of political and business elites comes as Europe faces its biggest test ever over its relationship with Washington, its economic model and its security architecture.
'Europe won't be blackmailed,' Danish PM says in wake of Trump Greenland threats
The US president threatens to impose tariffs on countries that oppose his plans to take over the territory.
What is the EU's anti-coercion instrument, and how does it work?
Calls grow for the EU to deploy its ultimate trade bazooka as Trump threatens fresh tariffs to force the sale of Greenland. The anti-coercion instrument would shut off access to the European single market, punishing US companies. It is powerful on paper, but untested in real
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US invasion of Greenland would be ‘death knell for NATO,’ warns Spain’s Sánchez
US President Donald Trump is threatening several European countries that oppose his plan to seize the Danish territory with tariffs. "An invasion of Greenland by the US would make Putin the happiest man in the world," the Spanish leader adds in an interview with Spanish media
Trump's Greenland threat risks 'dangerous downward spiral,' European leaders say
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni called US tariff threats over Greenland a "mistake", adding that she has spoken with US President Trump on the telephone.
'It's like zombies have attacked us' says eyewitness to Iran protests
Eyewitnesses recall the scenes of suppression and bitter days many Iranians spend nowadays amid ongoing anti-government protests. Speaking to Euronews, they recount their personal experience from violence witnessed, to being shot at to losing loved ones.
'It's like zombies attacked us,' Iran protests eyewitness tells Euronews
Speaking to Euronews, eyewitnesses recall the scenes of suppression and recount their personal experience from violence witnessed, to being shot at and losing loved ones.
Lufthansa tightens rules for carriage of power banks inside the cabin
After a fire broke out due to a power bank in an overhead compartment on a South Korean Air Busan aircraft in January 2025, airlines are taking action to minimise risks. Germany's Lufthansa is leading the charge in Europe.
Pressure grows on the EU to deploy trade bazooka against Trump's Greenland tariff threat
Pressure is mounting on the European Union to deploy its anti-coercion instrument in response to President Trump's threat to impose tariffs until Denmark agrees to sell Greenland. France's Macron calls for trade bazooka to be deployed, while Italy's Meloni says Trump's tariffs
Dutch National Tulip Day: 200,000 tulips handed out in Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s Museumplein distributed 200,000 free tulips to celebrate Dutch National Tulip Day, marking the start of the international cut tulip season.
Rethinking ownership in a rising cost-of-living Europe
Across Europe, the pressure of rising living costs is changing how households think about spending. While public debate often centres on housing, energy and food prices, a quieter shift is taking place in everyday life one that rarely features in policy speeches but
Watch: What actually happens during the World Economic Forum in Davos?
For 55 years, the World Economic Forum has set the global agenda. So, what actually happens in the snow?
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Zelenskyy says Russia taking aim at Ukraine's nuclear power stations
Zelenskyy says the Kremlin is gearing up to carry out a major offensive targeting Ukraine’s nuclear power system, in what would deal a major blow to the country’s power grid and cause alarming levels of civilian suffering.
Nigeria take bronze as Morocco and Senegal set up AFCON final
As AFCON 2025 heads towards a thrilling finale in Morocco, the host cities are buzzing with far more than football. In Casablanca and Rabat, art, culture and the passion of fans are turning the tournament into a continent‑wide celebration.
Five skiers killed in pair of avalanches in the Alpine regions of western Austria
Five skiers were killed in a pair of avalanches in the Alpine regions of western Austria on Saturday. Authorities say two others were injured with one having suffered critical wounds.
Thousands march in Greenland to oppose Trump's interest in taking over the Arctic island
Thousands took to the streets of the Greenlandic capital, Nuuk, to oppose Trump’s intent of taking over the Arctic nation, a self-governing territory under the Danish throne. The protests, according to officials, is the largest to ever be staged in the country.
New research shows how back pain may affect men’s sleep quality later in life
Chronic back pain in men over 65 can lead to sleep problems later in life, new study finds.
EU bets on Mercosur as geopolitics clash with eurosceptic backlash
Geoeconomic tensions are pushing supporters of the EU-Mercosur trade deal to press for a swift ratification. But the agreement risks inflaming euroscepticism, particularly in France, where most political forces oppose it.
Faisal Islam: Trump's Greenland threats to allies are without parallel
The US president's latest threats will baffle the leaders of allied nations, writes the BBC's economics editor.
‘Complete contradiction’: Meet the athletes calling out the 2026 Winter Olympics’ polluting sponsors
Just three sponsorship deals for the 2026 Olympic Games are predicted to generate 1.3 million tonnes of CO2 emissions.
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Winter flight chaos: The surprising reason even Finnish airports are struggling with extreme cold
Aviation experts explain that grounding flights is more complex than just clearing a runway of snow and ice.