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Protests triggered by Iran’s deepening inflation crisis have entered their fourth consecutive day, spreading from Tehran’s Grand Bazaar to major cities including Isfahan, Shiraz, Mashhad, Hamadan and Qeshm as tens of thousands of Iranians — from shopkeepers and bazaar merchants to university students — take to the streets across multiple provinces. Inflation has surged past 42% nationwide amid a … [Read more...]

Moscow stuck to its guns again on Wednesday, furthering its claims of an alleged Ukrainian drone attack on President Vladimir Putin's dacha, in what allies have described as an apparent attempt to throw a spanner into US-led peace talks to end Russia's all-out war. In the latest attempt at backing the Kremlin's claims, the Russian defence ministry released a video purportedly showing a downed … [Read more...]

Berlin woke to a soft blanket of snow on Wednesday, turning the city into a quiet winter postcard. Tourists and locals made the most of it, gathering around the Brandenburg Gate and the Berlin Cathedral to celebrate the final days of 2025. Families built snowmen, children tossed snowballs, and visitors stopped often to take photos as flakes kept falling. The cold didn’t seem to bother anyone; … [Read more...]

By&nbspEuronews Published on 31/12/2025 - 13:45 GMT+1 In his first New Year's speech since being elected as Germany's chancellor in February's snap elections, Friedrich Merz describes a world that is uncertain, conflict-ridden and increasingly fragmented. But he also attempted to reposition Germany in this shifting … [Read more...]

Climate change and the opening of Suez Canal have in recent years opened the floodgates to invasive species in the Mediterranean Sea, where they threaten biodiversity. Lionfish, with their red and orange stripes and antennae-like barbs, threaten to decimate indigenous fish stocks, wreaking havoc on the livelihoods of the roughly 150 professional fishermen in Cyprus. "It leaves nothing behind and … [Read more...]

2025 has been full steam ahead for rail transport with a roster of new train routes and destinations announced. It’s positive news for the future of travel and its carbon footprint, and for the increasing number of travellers hoping to ditch more flights in favour of trains. In particular, things are looking up for the UK with more frequent and potentially cheaper connections to continental … [Read more...]

The United Nations chief has issued an urgent appeal to protect the planet ahead of the New Year, warning that “chaos and uncertainty” surrounds us. Secretary-General António Guterres warned that “one fact speaks louder than words” as he revealed that global military spending soared to a staggering $2.7 trillion (around €2.3 trillion) last year. As humanitarian crises and political tensions … [Read more...]

Meta has agreed to buy artificial intelligence startup Manus, doubling down on its aggressive bid to supercharge AI across Facebook, Instagram and its wider product portfolio. The California tech giant declined to reveal the exact financial terms of the deal, but The Wall Street Journal reported that the acquisition is valued at more than $2 billion (€1.7 billion). Manus, a Singapore-based … [Read more...]

Updated: 31/12/2025 - 12:00 GMT+1 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 31st, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. … More Appeared first on: euronews.com … [Read more...]

By&nbspEuronews Published on 31/12/2025 - 11:57 GMT+1 •Updated 11:59 Turkish forces detained 125 suspected so-called Islamic State group (IS) members in coordinated operations across 25 provinces Wednesday, Interior Minister … [Read more...]

By&nbspEuronews Published on 31/12/2025 - 11:21 GMT+1 Russia launched a massive attack on the Odesa region in Ukraine overnight on Wednesday, injuring at least six people, including three children. The strikes hit residential, logistical and energy infrastructure. The attack sparked fires, forcing residents to evacuate. … [Read more...]

Washington's efforts to board an oil tanker in the Atlantic have become complicated after its crew painted a Russian flag on the ship's side, US officials said Tuesday. The Bella 1 has evaded the Coast Guard for more than 10 days since refusing an interception attempt near Venezuela on 21 December. The crew applied a Russian tricolour to the hull and now asserts the vessel operates under Russian … [Read more...]

By&nbspEuronews Culture&nbspwith&nbspAP Published on 31/12/2025 - 11:03 GMT+1 Isiah Whitlock Jr., best known for his memorable roles in HBO's The Wire and Veep, along with his frequent collaborations with director Spike Lee, has died aged 71. The news was announced on Tuesday by Whitlock's manager, Brian … [Read more...]

Six people, including three children, were injured after Russian strikes hit the Ukrainian port city of Odesa, local officials said. The attacks targeted civilian and logistical infrastructure, as well as energy facilities, according to the State Emergency Service. Footage from the scene showed a high-rise building on fire, with smoke rising as first responders evacuated residents. Emergency … [Read more...]

By&nbspEuronews&nbspwith&nbspAP Published on 31/12/2025 - 10:16 GMT+1 China’s factories returned to growth in December for the first time in eight months, offering a rare bright spot for the world’s second-largest economy as policymakers grapple with slowing demand and deepening structural strains. Factory … [Read more...]

By&nbspEuronews Published on 31/12/2025 - 10:09 GMT+1 Japanese striker Kazuyoshi Miura, the world's oldest professional footballer, will extend his career into a 41st season after signing with third-division side Fukushima United. Miura, who turns 59 in February, joined the J-League club on loan from Yokohama FC until … [Read more...]

By&nbspEuronews&nbspwith&nbspAfricanews Published on 31/12/2025 - 10:04 GMT+1 Already assured of top spot, Nigeria completed a flawless Group C campaign with a 3–1 win over Uganda in Fez. Despite resting key players, the Super Eagles dominated, with Raphael Onyedika scoring twice to secure a perfect nine points … [Read more...]

For many people in Germany, the week begins with stocking up on fireworks for New Year's Eve at their supermarket of choice. In Germany, the sale of fireworks is permitted by law only on the last three working days of the year: this year, 29, 30 and 31 December. By statute, fireworks may only be set off on 31 December and 1 January, and they remain an essential part of New Year's Eve celebrations … [Read more...]

Crowds began gathering early around Sydney Harbour ahead of New Year’s Eve, hoping to secure the best views of Wednesday night’s fireworks. From Tuesday, people lined up near the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and inside the Royal Botanic Gardens, claiming space hours before celebrations begin. Video footage showed people running into the Botanic Gardens as gates opened, keen to mark out a spot. … [Read more...]

As scientists increasingly rely on artificial intelligence for writing, coding and even generating ideas, a new study examines how AI is reshaping academic research. What once sounded like academic gossip now reflects a real and measurable shift in scientific publishing. Researchers at Cornell University, United States, have found that large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT are boosting … [Read more...]

Table of Contents Kochi (Cochin) is not a city you simply visit—it’s a place you absorb with all your senses. At sunset, you might find yourself on the waterfront watching the centuries-old Chinese fishing nets creak and dip into the shimmering Arabian Sea, orange and pink light rippling across the water. Moments later, you could be sipping cardamom-spiced coffee in a moss-laced Portuguese-era … [Read more...]

For the past 33 years, tattooing in South Korea by anyone other than a medical professional was punishable by law. This was established by a 1992 Supreme Court ruling, which stated that only medical professionals could insert needles into the body. But that didn’t erase tattoo culture, or force the art form to disappear. For years, hundreds of thousands of tattoo artists, operating underground, … [Read more...]

If your 2026 calendar is looking a bit bare, we've got you covered. Next year promises to be a cracker for art lovers, with everything from the return of the Venice Biennale to a long-awaited glimpse of the Bayeux Tapestry. Whether you're into Renaissance fashion, Finnish illustration, or climate-conscious public art in the Arctic Circle, there's something to tempt every taste. From the glamour … [Read more...]

Gridlocked roads, Disneyfied attractions and loss of local culture: these are just some of the woes plaguing tiny European villages that have shot to fame on social media. Whether they’ve gone viral as movie filming locations or are sought after for their local delicacies, these hotspots are crumbling under the pressure. Taking notes from overtouristed cities like Venice, Dubrovnik and Barcelona, … [Read more...]

From Moon missions to an expedition to Mercury, 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for space. The first part of the year will see four astronauts orbit the Moon for the first time since the Apollo missions of the late 1960s. The goal is to start testing the Orion spacecraft they will be flying in for an eventual human landing on the Moon. All eyes will also be on China as the country brings … [Read more...]

2025 proved to be a pivotal year for high-stakes elections across the European Union. Romania found itself at the centre of coordinated foreign interference campaigns on social media, while Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk failed to consolidate his party’s position against conservatives in the presidential race. And while the Christian Democrats returned to power in Germany, right-wing … [Read more...]

This year’s extreme weather has hit marginalised groups the hardest, as experts call for an “urgent” transition away from fossil fuels. A new impact report from World Weather Attribution (WWA) analyses 22 climate-fuelled disasters from the last 12 months, warning that heat-trapping emissions are driving global temperatures up and fuelling destructive weather events across every continent. While … [Read more...]

Every year, thousands of students begin and complete their medical studies in Europe, yet healthcare workforce shortages persist across the continent. In 2023, more than 66,000 doctors graduated in the European Union, equivalent to an estimated 15 graduates per 100,000 inhabitants, according to Eurostat – with numbers varying significantly from country to country. A total of 13,720 doctors … [Read more...]