Arrests made in Berlin and Brandenburg as police target pro-Russian networks
The two men are to be brought before the investigating judge of the Federal Court of Justice on Thursday, who will decide whether they should be remanded in custody.
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‘Big Idiot’ boost: Ryanair cashes in as Musk feud takes off on X
A war of words between Michael O’Leary and Elon Musk over Starlink has spilled onto social media, with Ryanair turning insults into publicity and €16.99 "idiot" fares.
France wants NATO exercise in Greenland and is 'ready to contribute,' presidency says
At the White House on Tuesday, Trump said "you'll find out," when asked how far he was willing to go to seize the world's largest island.
European Parliament freezes Mercosur deal, referring it to EU Court of Justice
After clearing major political hurdles after more than two decades, the mammoth trade deal now faces further delay pending a judicial verdict.
"Subzero forest": Ice forest created at mountain inn in Takayama
An inn in Takayama, Japan, creates a stunning ice forest each winter by spraying water onto trees and slopes, forming icicles and ice layers that draw visitors nationwide.
Power or principle? Europe must expand Its room for manoeuvre
In a world of open power politics, the EU must demonstrate its ability to act - while internal political shifts are jeopardising its foreign-policy and economic capacity to do so.
Davos 2026: Who said what so far at world's top political and business summit
The annual gathering in the Swiss Alps resort town has been dominated by escalating tensions between the US and its European allies, with leaders warning of a crumbling world order, rising unilateralism and AI's threat to the world's workforce.
Mads Mikkelsen, Renate Reinsve and Stellan Skarsgård on how cinema can (re)humanise us
Euronews Culture was on the red carpet for this year's European Film Awards - Europe's counterpart to the Oscars. We asked the A-listers whether they believe cinema can counter hate and still be a beacon of hope in increasingly dark times.
Ali Khamenei will resist 'to the last drop of blood,' his nephew tells Euronews
Exiled in France since 1986, Mahmoud Moradkhani is a doctor and an opponent of the Iranian regime. The nephew of Iran's ayatollah tells Euronews that the security crackdown will not end the demonstrations.
The worst of the worst: ‘War Of The Worlds’ and ‘Snow White’ lead Razzies 2026 nominations
The Razzies have announced their nominations for 2026 – and love or loathe them, it’s hard to argue with their picks. Here's the lowdown.
Gold rises to record high and stocks fall as Trump travels to Davos
Precious metals notch higher, stocks tumble, and dollar risks loom as the US-EU conflict over Greenland unfolds.
Latest news bulletin | January 21st, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Housing crisis: Who's most affected by Europe's lack of affordable housing?
A decade of soaring house prices and rents across the EU is straining household budgets, deepening overcrowding and reshaping living and career choices.
Stiff with tension, European leaders await the Trump show in Davos
The US President has completely upended the annual Davos gathering of the World Economic Forum. A rapt audience is waiting to hear from him how far he might go on Greenland.
Train crash near Barcelona: Emergency teams deployed to accident site
Commuter rail services across Catalonia were suspended after a train crash near Barcelona killed one and injured 37. Heavy rainfall likely caused the derailment.
From the danger zone to Davos: Why did Emmanuel Macron's aviator sunglasses go viral?
Emmanuel Macron's gone viral for reasons he may not have expected after he wore reflective aviator sunglasses at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The French president sported the specs to not let his bloodshot eye dominate the headlines but did the prop choice backfire?
Elon Musk’s Grok still being used to generate explicit images despite new safeguards, study finds
An overwhelming majority of Grok user-generated content from a mid-January analysis depicts nudity or sexual activity, according to a think tank.
Man who assassinated former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe gets life in prison
Abe was serving as a regular lawmaker after leaving the prime minister's job when he was killed in 2022 while campaigning in the western city of Nara.
Fact check: Are Romanians protesting against an 'anti–free speech' law?
Thousands of people took to the streets of Bucharest last week to protest against a law that they say threatens freedom of expression in Romania. However, an investigation by The Cube suggests that the legislation is intended to combat extremist activity.
EU leaders face 'critical' moment at Thursday’s summit amid Trump's threats, Calviño says
The EU Summit on Thursday will be a critical meeting where leaders must demonstrate Europe’s 'superpower' ability to push back against Donald Trump, EIB President Nadia Calviño told Euronews.
'Appeasement strategy is over': MEP Valérie Hayer calls for shift in EU response to Trump
MEP and Chair of the Renew Europe parliamentary group Valérie Hayer spoke to Euronews about Trump's threats to seize Greenland and impose new tariffs on European countries saying Europe's response should shift from "appeasement" to "deterrence."
AI-powered ultrasounds get medical approval. Here’s how they may revolutionise prenatal screenings
Prenatal ultrasounds miss up to half of fetal abnormalities, but a new AI-powered tool just cleared by the United States could help close that gap.
Iran's foreign minister issues most direct threat yet to US as protester death toll rises
The death toll from the protests has reached at least 4,519 people, the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency said.
US Treasury Secretary asks Europe to “sit down and wait” for Trump in Davos
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday decried Europe’s “anger” and “bitterness” over Trump’s tariff threat. Speaking in Davos, Bessent said he believes Europeans will be persuaded to support Trump’s concerns about Greenland once they hear his argument.
Invitation to Trump’s Board of Peace complicates EU bid to defuse transatlantic tensions
EU leaders will discuss Trump's controversial Gaza Board of Peace when they gather for emergency talks on Greenland on Thursday, with some warning that the board's 'charter' reads as an effort to supplant the United Nations.
Gael García Bernal calls for union between Latin American and European cinema in face of US hegemony
Celebrated Mexican actor and filmmaker Gael García Bernal believes that Latin American and European cinema share a critical perspective that is “more necessary than ever” in the face of the “hegemony” of American cinema.
Spain train crash: Canine units deployed to gather evidence
Identification efforts and work to remove the derailed trains are ongoing at the scene of the tragedy.
Police seize 1,000 tonnes of chemicals in 'largest-ever' drugs bust, Europol says
Authorities dismantled 24 industrial-scale labs and seized around 1,000 tonnes of chemicals used to make street drugs such as MDMA, amphetamine and meth.
New calculator shows exactly how much environmental damage is behind your internet searches
9,000 monthly searches on YouTube.com uses 10 litres of water – enough for a capuchin monkey to survive for 77 days.
Storm Harry hits Malta with strong winds and high waves
Malta was hit by strong winds and high waves as Storm Harry battered its islands.
Cyprus Presidency includes focus on effective migration management and ProtectEU
Cyprus holds the Presidency of the Council of the EU from 1 January to 30 June 2026. Under the slogan “An Autonomous Union. Open to the World,” the Presidency focuses on 5 overarching priorities: Migration and Home Affairs Priorities During its Presidency, Cyprus will focus
UK had 'obligation' to approve controversial London mega embassy, China says
The 20,000-square-metre site is set to become the largest embassy complex in the UK by area and one of the largest in the centre of a Western capital.
'It will be difficult for Spaniards to overcome this trauma,' train crash survivor tells Euronews
Javier Garcia, a nurse, was aboard one of the two trains that tragically crashed on Sunday, killing at least 42 people and causing trauma in a country where train travel is a symbol of mobility. He shared his experience with Euronews.
Support to EU-Republic of Azerbaijan research and innovation cooperation: Upcoming proposal writing camp and expert consultations
From 9 to 13 February 2026, the European Commission invites researchers, innovators and National Contact Points from Azerbaijan to a three-day Proposal Writing Camp and two days of expert consultations in Baku. The training will focus on collaborative research project
Davos braces for Donald Trump's arrival amid Greenland row with Europeans
US President Donald Trump will deliver a speech in Davos on Wednesday where he is also set to have meetings with European leaders to discuss Greenland.
Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu accepts invitation to join Trump's 'Board of Peace'
The board was originally envisioned as a small group of world leaders overseeing the Gaza ceasefire plan but appears to have changed into a body tasked with solving conflicts more broadly.
Parliament draws the battle lines on Europe’s Critical Medicines Act
The European Parliament gave a resounding endorsement of Tomislav Sokol’s (EPP, Croatia) report on the Critical Medicines Act (CMA), setting out the Parliament’s battle lines for negotiations. With 503 votes in favour, 57 against and 108 abstentions, the report sailed through
Newsletter: Trump flies to Davos with Europe-US relations in the balance
Also in this newsletter: why Trump's Gaza Board of Peace is complicating efforts to defuse Greenland tensions, and the view from Strasbourg ahead of a vote that could kick the ratification of the EU-Mercosur deal down the road.
Netflix earnings beat estimates but subscriber growth risks linger
Netflix shares have fallen more than 5% in after-hours trading despite earnings beating Wall Street estimates.
Easier mobility for architects as EU-Canada agreement enters into force
EU and Canadian architects wishing to work in each other’s jurisdictions can now easily do so. The Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for architects with Canada – the first such EU deal covering services – has become binding, facilitating professional mobility and expanding
Italy's 'Tutankhamun's tomb': Archaeologists hail discovery of sole Vitruvius basilica
The newly excavated basilica is the only building definitively attributed to Marcus Vitruvius Pollonius, a founding figure of western architecture.
Why you need to visit Finland’s newest European Capital of Culture
Oulu has a year-long programme of events putting the spotlight on Sámi culture and climate change.
Why has Greenland become so important that everyone wants it?
Tensions have escalated between the US and Europe as Donald Trump ratchets up efforts to acquire Greenland. Its wealth in rare earths and other minerals makes it highly attractive. Watch the video.
Ship recycling: New certificate formats to reduce administrative burden
Ship owners who wish to have their vessels recycled will now be able to fulfil their legal obligations using a single administrative form. The European Commission has on 19 January adopted new formats for the certificates used to list all hazardous material present on board a
Europe Today: Trump dominates Davos amid fears over Greenland and tariffs
Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Why the EU is wary of targeting US services in a trade clash
As Washington renews tariff threats, Europe is weighing retaliation. Hitting US services would hurt the US the most, but it comes with high risks.
Asylum applications in October 2025
In October 2025, 62,010 first-time asylum applicants (non-EU citizens) applied for international protection in EU countries, marking a 28% decrease compared with October 2024 (86,470) and a 6% increase compared with September 2025 (58 ,495). There were also 14,495 subsequent
Grief after a pet’s death can be as long-lasting as losing a human loved one, study finds
A UK study found that some pet owners develop prolonged grief disorder after the death of a pet, with symptoms mirroring those seen after human bereavement.
‘The Silicon Gaze’: ChatGPT rankings skew toward rich Western nations, research shows
ChatGPT’s viewpoints are shaped by the predominantly Western, white, male developers and platform owners who built it, a study finds.
The world has entered an era of ‘global water bankruptcy’, UN warns. What does it actually mean?
Decades of human activity have left “irreversible damage” to the planet’s water supply, a new report warns.