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ISTANBUL TRAVEL GUIDE: Where Continents Collide and History Breathes

Istanbul is not just a city you visit—it’s a city you feel. From the first echoing call to prayer drifting across the Bosphorus at dawn to the glow of lantern-lit streets in the evening, Istanbul wraps itself around your senses. This is the only city on Earth that straddles two continents, where Europe and Asia meet not just geographically, but culturally, spiritually, and gastronomically. One … [Read more...]

Pope Leo XIV revives tradition with multilingual Christmas message

Pope Leo XIV used his first Christmas Day message to revive a tradition set aside by his predecessor, offering greetings in several languages from the loggia of St Peter's Basilica. The return to multilingual addresses drew a warm response from the crowd gathered in St Peter's Square. Cheers rose when the first US pontiff spoke in English and Spanish. Addressing around 26,000 people during the … [Read more...]

In 2025, French people's desire to leave the country is at an all-time high

Julien* left Paris in December. "I didn't feel happy in France any more," said the restaurant entrepreneur, now based in Georgian capital Tbilisi. At his restaurant, Julien had observed a clear drop in customer numbers this year. "I've lost a lot of customers this year. People can't afford to go out and shop like they used to," he told Euronews. In his view, there is"a lack of opportunities" for … [Read more...]

From paperwork to platforms: Uzbekistan accelerates digital governance

Uzbekistan has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-rising digital nations, leaping 24 places in the UN E-Government Development Index since 2018. Now ranked 63rd globally (from 87th place six years ago), the country has officially entered the "Very High" development category. This is a milestone fueled by the "Digital Uzbekistan - 2030" strategy. By prioritizing citizen-centric services and a … [Read more...]

Weapons made in Germany? Why the Bundeswehr does not only buy arms at home

Germany spent €24 billion on military procurement in 2025, focusing on European suppliers while relying on US systems where domestic capabilities fall short in its bid to modernise — and quickly. The force's 2025 procurement balance sheet indicates that modernisation has progressed despite high demand, primarily due to simplified procedures and numerous Bundestag resolutions. Financed primarily … [Read more...]

Winter storm brings flooding, mudslides and near-whiteout snow to California

A powerful winter storm swept across California on Wednesday, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and near white-out snow in the mountains. The system hit as millions of people travelled for the holidays, making roads hazardous across large parts of the state. Evacuation warnings were issued in parts of Southern California, especially in areas burned by January's wildfires. In Los Angeles, … [Read more...]

Unlikely bedfellows: Castrol deal draws private capital into industry

Stonepeak, a US investment firm that specialises in infrastructure and real-asset businesses, has agreed to buy a controlling stake in Castrol, one of the world’s biggest lubricants companies, in a deal valuing the business at about $10.1 billion (€8.49bn). The pairing is a novel one. Castrol is a century-old industrial brand long associated with oil majors, mass-market motorists and the physical … [Read more...]

AFCON 2025: Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso start strong on matchday one

Four fixtures were on the schedule across Groups E and F, starting in Casablanca, the country’s economic and industrial capital, where Burkina Faso faced Equatorial Guinea. Group E results In the Group E opener, a goalless first half gave way to late drama. Equatorial Guinea took the lead before Burkina Faso struck twice in stoppage time through Georgie Minoungou and Edmond Tapsoba to seal a 2–1 … [Read more...]

Zelenskyy wishes Putin would 'perish' in Christmas Eve address

In his traditional address to Ukrainians on Christmas Eve, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his compatriots have one wish as "the heavens open" on this night — the death of Russian President Vladimir Putin. "Since ancient times, Ukrainians have believed that, on Christmas night, the heavens open. And if you tell them your dream, it will surely come true. Today, we all share one dream. And we … [Read more...]

US Department of Homeland Security turns Santa into an ICE agent in 'digusting' AI video

Ho ho... holy hell. US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been getting into the festive spirit, and their latest AI-generated video has sparked backlash online, with many labelling it as "disgusting" way to promote a divisive immigration agenda. The clip posted by the Department of Homeland Security, aimed to promote voluntary self-deportation before the end of 2025, was shared on … [Read more...]

Listen to Queen’s previously-unreleased Christmas song 'Not For Sale (Polar Bear)'

Just in time for Christmas... Queen have released a never-before-heard Christmas song, titled ‘Not For Sale (Polar Bear)’. It was recorded in 1974 during the sessions for the band’s second album, ‘Queen II’. The song, featuring Queen guitarist Brian May and the late Freddy Mercury on lead vocals, never made the final cut and remained unreleased for five decades. Until now. May played the song … [Read more...]

Pasta à la army: How influential is military's stake in Egypt's economy?

Driving down a bustling street in Cairo, an Uber driver pointed out various businesses repeating the same refrain, “huwa Gaysh” - “That’s army.” A burger restaurant, a hotel, even the cement used to build the bypass above. He turned into a petrol station and nodded. “Gaysh.” In fact, their household brands are omnipresent for those living in the country. Egypt’s national dish koshary recently won … [Read more...]

Best of 2025: Top five defining moments in the European Parliament

As the year draws to a close, Euronews explores the key moments that shaped the policy and politics at the European Parliament in 2025. This parliamentary year was shaped by multiple attempts, albeit unsuccessfully, to topple the European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen. Then there was an emerging — if informal — alliance of conservatives with the hard right that could pave the way for a … [Read more...]

Me, myself and I: Meet Celia Paul, the solitary self-portrait artist exposing herself in Warsaw

British painter Celia Paul says doesn't go out very often. She prefers the familiarity of her central London studio. It also doubles as her home and is an essential fortress of solitude for someone who's constantly looking within herself. Knowing that made her recent visit to Poland even more special as she's one of several female artists being featured at the Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw as … [Read more...]

How the reading retreat became this year’s favourite wellness travel trend

A hotel immersed in nature, warming sunshine, and a good book: it’s the dream getaway trifecta for many travellers. Recently, reading retreats guaranteeing holidaymakers just that have surged in popularity, becoming one of this year’s biggest wellness travel trends. More than just time to make headway on a long-neglected reading list, these experiences mean meeting like-minded travellers, taking … [Read more...]

Health in 2025: The 5 medical breakthroughs that gave us hope

This year saw major scientific advancements that could eventually transform health care for millions of people around the world. Euronews Health scoured leading medical journals to find the most promising – and sometimes offbeat – developments of the year, whether that’s pig organ transplants, weight loss drugs, or new vaccine technologies. Here are five medical breakthroughs that gave us hope in … [Read more...]

Why Christmas tree farms are turning to drones and AI this year

As the Christmas season nears, tree sellers are once again filling streets and town squares across Europe, stacking rows of firs destined for homes, offices and public spaces. Behind the scenes, however, the way those trees are grown is beginning to change. In Denmark, some farmers started using drones to map their fields and artificial intelligence (AI) to count and measure trees. Denmark is … [Read more...]

From historic rulings to the green energy boom: Here are the climate wins of 2025 worth celebrating

Climate change’s ubiquitous presence looms over the world like a grey cloud, pushing millions into a constant state of fear. The internet is saturated with bad news, not all of it accurate. But the reality is extreme weather events are getting worse, planetary boundaries have been breached, and fossil fuel emissions are at an all-time high – despite the stark consequences of baking our … [Read more...]

Europe 2026 salary projections: Countries with the strongest pay rises

Real wages in the eurozone have largely recovered from their sharp decline during the high-inflation period of 2022, according to the European Central Bank (ECB). Nominal wages have been rising faster than prices, meaning Europeans can stretch their paychecks further. As a result, real wages in the eurozone in early 2025 are close to the levels seen before the inflation surge in late … [Read more...]