US Senate confirms controversial nominee Pete Hegseth as new Defence Secretary
Hegseth was questioned about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon amid allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behaviour toward women by the defence committee.
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Donald Trump’s Davos speech: Should Europe really fear tariffs?
Donald Trump’s address at the World Economic Forum showcased his familiar economic rhetoric. Yet, it could be argued that his speech was marked by economic misconceptions and exaggerations, Piero Cingari writes.
Brussels, my love? The EU mood on Trump: Keep calm and carry on
This week, two very different speeches from two very different Donalds suggest the EU should fasten its seatbelt for a turbulent few years.
Latest news bulletin | January 25th – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Huawei Europe CEO confident in facing any Trump-era tech challenges
The CEO of Huawei Europe spoke to Euronews' business editor, Angela Barnes, in Davos about the pending Trump-era tech challenges and whether the group is prepared to tackle them.
Tens of thousands protest across Slovakia against PM Robert Fico's stance on Russia
The latest wave of rallies was fuelled by Fico’s recent trip to Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, a rare visit to the Kremlin by an EU leader since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.
Serbian students lead strike as protests against Aleksandar Vučić's rule continue
Protesters have blocked traffic daily across Serbia to protest the deaths of 15 people killed when a concrete canopy collapsed at Novi Sad railway station in November.
Work under way to mark 80 years since liberation of Auschwitz Nazi death camp
More than 1.1 million people were murdered at Auschwitz and historians say that most of them, about one million, were Jewish but the victims also included Poles, Roma and Soviet prisoners of war.
UN suspends travel into Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen after staffers detained
The Houthis have previously detained UN staffers, as well as individuals associated with the then US Embassy in Sanaa and aid groups.
Belarus election: 'There is no alternative to Lukashenko'
Even "rival" candidates support the current leader staying in power, Steve Rosenberg finds in Belarus.
What is the Pantsir-S1, the missile system believed to have shot down Azerbaijan Airlines 8243?
Euronews Next takes a closer look at the Pantsir-S1 missile system that is believed to have played a role in shooting down Azerbaijan Airlines flight 8243.
Romania celebrates Unification Day
On 24 January, thousands of people gathered in Iaşi to celebrate the unification of the Romanian Principalities, which was the first step towards the unification of all provinces.
'Europe's last dictator': Belarus election set to extend Lukashenko's 30-year rule
Belarusians will vote on Sunday in a presidential election that is all but certain to see President Alexander Lukashenko win a seventh term.
Latest news bulletin | January 24th – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Los Angeles wildfires: Residents sue over lack of water, but did this cause the devastation?
Even before the wildfires are extinguished, LA residents look to blame a lack of water on the devastation.
IMF chief: Eurozone has tools for greater growth if it learns from US
The head of the IMF, Kristalina Georgieva, was speaking at a panel in Davos alongside ECB President, Christine Lagarde.
Euronews Culture's Verdict on new albums by Central Cee, Mogwai & FKA twigs
UK rap sensation Central Cee releases his debut album ‘Can’t Rush Greatness’; Scottish post-rockers Mogwai deliver their eleventh album ‘The Bad Fire’; and FKA twigs is back with ‘Eusexua’. All on the same day. Here is Euronews Culture’s verdict on a busy day for music releases.
At the US-Mexico border, migrant crossings slow as Trump policies take hold
Shelters in Ciudad Juárez and Tijuana are only half-full as illegal border crossings in San Diego drop, but concerns about Trump's policies and migrant conditions remain.
Official sources: Russian investigators suggest Pantsir-S1 missile downed Azerbaijan Airlines flight
Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243 was downed on 25 December by a missile from a Pantsir-S1 system brought from Syria to Russia, killing 38 and injuring 29, sources reveal.
Ending Russia's war in Ukraine this year is possible, says ex-NATO chief Stoltenberg
The former NATO secretary general and the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine outlined to Euronews ways to reach a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
The next frontier? Why space tourism might not be as far-fetched as you think
As companies like SpaceX and Virgin Galactic make waves in space tourism, how long does the rest of the world have to wait before we can all become astronauts?
Hamas announces names of next four hostages to be released on Saturday
The Palestinian militant group made public on Friday the names of the next four hostages that it plans to release as part of the ceasefire deal signed with Israel. Israel is expected to publish a list of its own, naming Palestinian prisoners it will release in return.
Maltese businessman charged over journalist’s murder granted bail
Yorgen Fenech was arrested in 2019 over the murder of anti-corruption journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. He denies the charges.
Billionaire Michael Bloomberg to fund UN climate change body after US exits Paris Agreement
The core of the UNFCCC's budget comes from its almost 200 member countries.
Focus on EU single market to boost competitiveness, says Kristalina Georgieva
Three things are holding Europe back: the absence of a capital markets union, investments not going to the most productive firms and energy costs, the managing director of the IMF told Euronews.
Too loud to ignore: How is noise pollution affecting EU citizens and their children?
More than 20% of EU citizens live in areas where traffic noise levels harm health. The European Court of Auditors claims lawmakers and local authorities are failing to take the issue as seriously as air pollution.
‘I couldn’t bear it any more’: Crushing guilt led this Air France pilot to quit his dream job
Euronews Green exclusive: Anthony Viaux had it all - a dream job, a thriving career and a great salary. But he didn’t want any of it in the age of the climate crisis.
Pope receives Tecar therapy device from Maltese President
The device will be used to offer physical rehabilitation treatment to homeless people.
Storm Éowyn hits Ireland and the UK with gusts of 183km/h
Storm Éowyn hit Ireland and the UK with gusts of 183 km/h, causing school closures, power cuts and flight cancellations.
Rolls-Royce lands biggest UK defence contract in nuclear submarine deal
Under the deal with the Ministry of Defence, the British engineering company will make nuclear submarine reactors for the Royal Navy.
Germany's opposition leader Merz under fire for vowing migration crackdown
Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), has pledged to impose tough border controls if elected chancellor in next month's vote.
Jakarta hosts exhibition of looted cultural masterpieces returned by Netherlands
A collection of 800 artefacts taken from Indonesia during Dutch colonial rule is now on display in Jakarta's National Museum as part of the exhibition Repatriated.
'Playing with fire': Orbán's sanctions veto threat puts Brussels on edge
With a key deadline set to expire next week, Viktor Orbán and his deputies have raised the spectre of vetoing EU sanctions against Russia, a move which would upend the bloc's foreign policy.
Tesla unveils new premium model Y in Europe, the US and Canada
Tesla has revealed a new premium model Y version, first launched in China, which comes with a range of improved features.
Ukraine claims drone strike on Russian oil refinery
Russia says it shot down more than 120 drones overnight, in what would be one of the largest attacks of the war.
Indonesia agrees to repatriate ailing French national who spent almost 20 years on death row
The release deal for Serge Atlaoui comes weeks after five Australians, serving sentences for drug smuggling, were allowed to return home last month.
Battle against new wildfires continues in California
New wildfires have been affecting California, with the latest near Castaic Lake on 22 January.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'The Brutalist' - An uncompromising triumph heading for Oscars
Freshly nominated for 10 Academy Awards and a frontrunner for Best Picture alongside ‘Emilia Pérez’, Brady Corbet’s powerful American saga is astounding.
Eurozone firms see activity lift but barriers to growth persist
Business activity in the eurozone is now expanding for the first time since August 2024, although the upturn remains modest.
What do we know about the Russian ‘spy ship’ tracked in UK waters?
The Kremlin is suspected of deploying the vessel to stalk the seabed, gathering intelligence that could be used in acts of sabotage.
Man jailed for 30 years for knife attack targeting French magazine Charlie Hebdo
Pakistani national Zaheer Mahmood was sentenced to 30 years in prison for attempted murder and terrorist conspiracy by a court in Paris.
OpenAI launches first AI agent ‘Operator’ but it won’t be coming to Europe yet
OpenAI said the tool can do your shopping and book your travel.
At least three killed in overnight Russian drone attack on Kyiv
As the war in Ukraine approaches the three-year mark, Russia has stepped up its air attacks, sending dozens of drones almost every night.
Brasil! Brasil! exhibition brings Brazilian Modernism to the UK for the first time
A landmark exhibition, Brasil! Brasil! The Birth of Modernism, has opened at London’s Royal Academy, showcasing 134 works from ten pivotal Brazilian artists, many displayed in the UK for the first time.
UN HRC commends human rights situation in Kazakhstan
The Fourth Report of Kazakhstan on the fulfilment of human rights obligations and recommendations of the previous review was considered during the 48th session of the Working Group of the United Nations Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review. The delegation of the
Italy’s oldest bank makes multi-billion takeover bid for rival Mediobanca
The deal could potentially help both Monte dei Paschi and Mediobanca maintain a robust capital position, as well as deliver profits.
Online platforms participate in stress test ahead of German election
The test follows a roundtable on Friday conducted with seven of the largest online platforms.
Man jailed for 30 years for Charlie Hebdo meat cleaver attack
Zaheer Mahmood, from Pakistan, seriously injured two people outside magazine's former offices after republication of Muhammad cartoons.
Italian court upholds slander conviction against Amanda Knox
Knox wrongly accused a man of killing 21-year-old British student Meredith Kercher. Her lawyers say police pressured her into doing so.
Troubled Boeing reports multi billion dollar loss at end of 2024
The US aircraft manufacturer closed last year with a steep loss and weak sales, according to preliminary figures released by the company.