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Hungary confirms fifth foot-and-mouth outbreak as virus persists

Hungary and Slovakia are battling outbreaks of the highly contagious livestock disease.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Rubio suggests US will drop Ukraine-Russia peace efforts if no progress made in days

After weeks of efforts by the Trump administration to broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine have failed to bring an end to the fighting, Rubio said the US administration wants to decide 'in a matter of days whether or not this is doable in the next few weeks.'

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How β€˜dangerous’ chemicals’ detected in products in the EU could be impacting your health

A banned fragrance, lead, and restricted β€œforever chemicals” were found in products in the EU last year, a new report has found.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

People who microdose psychedelics say it boosts their mental health. Scientists aren’t so sure

Small studies on how microdosing affects people’s mental wellbeing have uncovered a powerful placebo effect.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine's deserters returning to the front

Ukrainian deserters were given until early March to rejoin their units without penalty. DW spoke with several about why they left, and why they're now returned.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

United in diversity, divided by holidays: How Easter breaks across the EU

If you’re planning your spring getaway - or just nursing holiday envy - remember: when it comes to Easter in Europe, no two calendars are quite the same.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How to protect your financial assets against Trump's tariffs

Deutsche Bank's Chief Investment Officer and chief strategist from private bank Merck Finck gives advice on how to protect assets against market volatility sparked by Trump's tariffs.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

LVMH CEO criticises Brussels bureaucrats as US-EU tensions simmer

French businessman Bernard Arnault warned trade tensions with the US would wreak havoc on European businesses β€” criticising Brussels' negotiation skills.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

French rape victim GisΓ¨le Pelicot’s book to be adapted by HBO?

Pelicot won international acclaim last year for her courage during the trial of her former husband, Dominique Pelicot. Her upcoming memoir "A Hymn to Life" will be published next year and reports indicate that HBO will adapt the book.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US strikes Yemen fuel port as Hamas rejects 'partial' truce

The US airstike on Ras Isa fuel port in Yemen is one of the deadliest since the bombing started. Meanwhile, Hamas rejected Israeli terms for a "partial" ceasefire in Gaza and called for a comprehensive agreement instead.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Raising a unified European army: myth or reality?

Some European leaders have recently renewed calls for the creation of a European armyβ€”an idea that has long stalled on the continent. But is it time to revive it? Not for now, and likely not in the longer term either, several EU officials told Euronews.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Netflix profit jumps as price hikes and subscription growth beat expectations

Netflix’s first quarter earnings again topped analysts’ expectations, thanks to its price hikes across the board and higher-than-expected subscription growth. The company appears to be sheltered from the global trade routs, with the stock significantly outperforming peers this year.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Venice doubles entry fee for last-minute day-trippers

Venice has reintroduced an entry charge for day travellers. Those planning a last-minute trip will need to pay twice the amount compared to 2024.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Which European countries are most exposed to Russian disinformation?

A new study says that there's a sophisticated effort to spread disinformation in regions of strategic value to the Kremlin, particularly Eastern Europe.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump administration announces fees on Chinese-built vessels at US ports

The Trump administration announced new fees on Chinese-built vessels on Thursday, stating that the move aims to "begin to reverse Chinese dominance, address threats to the US supply chain, and send a demand signal for US-built ships."

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How Trump’s tariffs are dampening hopes of a luxury sector revival

The global luxury sector, which has been facing slowing demand and an eroding customer base in the last several months, could be further hit by the escalating trade war between China and the US.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Battleground: Big Tech β€” Where US tariffs and EU trade collide

The EU has a 90-day breathing space to negotiate while a blanket 10% US tariff rate continues to apply. The bloc is hoping for the best, while preparing for the worst - with targeting of US Big Tech among its options. How feasibly could Europe smite the tech it relies on?

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Crisis-proofing Europe: Why Brussels must rethink corporate restructuring

If the EU wants to build an economy that is sustainable, inclusive, and adaptable, it must treat restructuring as an essential policy tool β€” not a stigma, and not an afterthought.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

French program for US scientists draws flood of applicants

France's Aix-Marseille University offered a program for scientists "threatened in their research" in America. Europe is sensing an opportunity to attract talent as the Trump administration cuts funding to colleges.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Lithuania aims to deter Russia by upgrading β€˜critical’ road and anti-border defenses

The project aims to make it easier to move troops and equipment between Poland and the Baltic countries.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump and Meloni talk up chances of US trade deal with Europe

The US president separately said he is confident of making "a very good deal" with China.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Luigi M. faces federal charges in killing of healthcare CEO

Luigi M. faces federal charges for killing UnitedHealthcare's CEO, including one that makes him eligible for the death penalty if convicted.

Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Could JD Vance meet the most famous Catholic of them all?

The US vice-president will meet Italy's prime minister but an audience at the Vatican could also happen, the BBC learns.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Colombia suspends ceasefire with FARC dissident group

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has sought to end conflict with armed groups since taking office in 2022. But the suspension of a ceasefire agreement with FARC dissidents makes achieving that vision a tricky one.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Colombia suspends ceasefire with former FARC dissident group

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has sought to end conflict with armed groups in the country since taking office in 2022. But the suspension of a ceasefire agreement with former FARC dissidents makes peace tricky.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Meloni-Trump meeting, US president will come to Rome: possible meeting with EU institutions

Answering journalists' questions in the Oval Office, the two leaders showed agreement on the main issues on the table: tariffs, defence spending, migration and the war in Ukraine

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US: 2 killed in shooting at Florida State University

The suspect who opened fire on the Florida University campus has been identified as the 20-year-old son of a local sheriff's deputy. He had access to his mother's weapons in the attack, according to police.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ukraine updates: Ministers meet EU, US officials in Paris

Senior Ukrainian officials were in Paris to meet with delegations from the US and Europe to discuss a truce in the war in Ukraine, after at least six people were killed in Russian air strikes overnight. DW has more.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

After US talks, is Europe back in the game on Ukraine?

France heralded positive momentum after talks that brought together US, Ukraine and European officials in Paris. Further meetings could help Ukraine's European allies shape the course of peace negotiations with Russia.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Kenya halts kidney trafficking operation after DW report

A report by DW and other German media outlets put the spotlight on a kidney trafficking operation based in Kenya. Now the government is launching an investigation.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Zelenskyy says he has information that China is supplying weapons to Russia

China has publicly always maintained its neutrality in the Ukraine conflict, but Beijing has provided diplomatic backing and economic support to Russia since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Poland: 'Hajnowka 5' on trial for aiding desperate refugees

Polish activists gave food and clothes to a group of refugees before trying to smuggle them to safety. Now they are on trial and could face years in prison.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

ICC opens inquiry into Hungary for failing to arrest Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor OrbΓ‘n announced his country would quit the court, claiming on local radio that the ICC was 'no longer an impartial court, not a court of law, but a political court.'

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

French court green lights Ukrainian gas firm's compensation claim against Russia

Ukraine’s state gas company hails a milestone in its campaign to enforce a compensation ruling over seized assets in Crimea.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Italy: At least 4 dead in cable car accident near Naples

A cable car crashed to the ground at Monte Faito, a peak around 45 kilometers southeast of Naples. It is a popular hiking and tourist destination.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)