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Carpet weaving, fire dancing and argan oil: Discovering the ancient traditions of Marrakech

Marrakech’s enduring, age-old traditions are the soul of the city. Here’s how to seek them out on your next trip.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Peace with PKK could boost Turkey's status in Middle East

After its four-decade insurgency against Turkey's government, the Kurdistan Workers' Party has symbolically laid down its arms. The historic turning point presents opportunities and challenges for both sides.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

AI scams can now impersonate your voice. Here’s how to avoid them

The voice of a senior member of US President Trump’s administration was impersonated by an artificial intelligence scam. Here’s how you can avoid the same happening to you.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Live Aid at 40: Hope, hype and hard questions

Though often seen as a moment of unity, the trans-Atlantic concert for famine relief in Ethiopia wasn't devoid of cultural blind spots. What is today's view of the global gig that made history?

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

New Caledonia to become a state in 'historic' agreement, but will remain French

French President Emmanuel Macron hailed the agreement as 'historic'. But it stops short of full independence sought by Indigenous Kanaks.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

'A loss of balance': Korek Bojanowski explores abuse of power in Polish film schools

It's no understatement to say Korek Bojanowski is the pride of Poland. His coming-of-age story, 'A Loss of Balance' has touched a nerve that's echoed far and wide. It was also Poland's choice to screen his debut feature in Brussels at the close the country's presidency of the European Union.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | July 13th – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Malaysia grapples with growing religious conservatism

There has been a surge in support for conservative Islamic policies, particularly among younger and more religious Malay voters.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Spain: Two missing as heavy rains hit Catalonia

Firefighters in the northeastern region were searching for two people who were reportedly swept away by floodwaters. The torrential rainfall has also disrupted transport services in and around Barcelona.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump urges MAGA supporters to forget about Epstein files

A US Department of Justice and the FBI memo concluded that Jeffrey Epstein did not maintain a client list involving high-profile associates. It frustrated Trump's supporters who criticized Attorney General Pam Bondi.

Published on: July 13, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU goods as trade talks stall

The announcement follows failed attempts in recent weeks to strike a trade deal between the US and EU. Top EU leaders said negotiations would continue but have vowed to protect the bloc's interests.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

North Korea reaffirms support for Russia's war in Ukraine

The North Korean leader pledges backing for Moscow, during talks with Russia's foreign minister.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Euro 2025: Germany progress but have big problems

A shambolic 4-1 defeat to Sweden did not stop Germany from qualifying for the Euro 2025 knockouts. But it further revealed a number of significant issues that coach Christian WΓΌck must address quickly.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

London police arrest over 40 supporters of Palestine Action

Protesters have gathered for a second straight week to support the banned Palestine Action. Its outlawing means support for the group is now a crime.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Bavarian fairy tale castles and French Carnac Megaliths among new UNESCO World Heritage sites

UNESCO has reviewed the applications of several new World Heritage sites, adding the Carnac Megaliths in France, the Palaces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the Minoan Palatial Centres in Crete, Greece to the list.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU vows response to Trump's 30% tariff announcement

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc was ready to take all "necessary" steps to safeguard its economic interests, after US President Donald Trump announced that he would impose 30% tariffs on all EU goods.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

"Forever our number 20": Liverpool retires Diogo Jota's shirt number

The number 20 will be retired across all levels of the English club, including LFC Women and Academy.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Wimbledon: Poland's Iga Swiatek wins women's tennis title

It took Iga Swiatek less than an hour to swat aside Amanda Anisimova, of the USA, in the Wimbledon women's final on Saturday. In winning her maiden Wimbledon title, Swiatek also did something few players have ever done.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Latest news bulletin | July 12th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Slovakia aims to reach deal with EU on ending Russian gas supplies by Tuesday, Fico says

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico told reporters in Bratislava he wants to resolve the issue involving the proposed phase-out of all Russian fossil fuels by Tuesday, adding that he spoke to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about the matter.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Italian court hands Meloni partial victory in UniCredit banking merger battle

The future of UniCredit's controversial takeover bid for BPM remains in doubt after the ruling.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Germany updates: Bavarian castles join World Heritage list

UNESCO has added Neuschwanstein, along with several other castles, to its list of international heritage. DW has more.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Why Russia is stepping up attacks on Ukraine

Ukraine has recently suffered the most intense bombing it has seen since Russia began its full-scale invasion three years ago. What does Vladimir Putin hope to achieve? And how can the destruction be stopped?

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

European Foreign Ministers express deep concern over 'deteriorating situation in Georgia'

A joint statement by European foreign ministers came in response to a progress report recently approved by the European Parliament on Georig'as accession process.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU ready to retaliate after Trump hits bloc with 30 percent tariff

β€œWe will take all necessary steps to safeguard EU interests,” says European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

US to raise tariff rate on EU goods to 30% from 1 August, EU open to talks but ready to respond

The European Commission responded to Trump's announcement in a written statement, saying it remains ready to reach an agreement, while also taking "necessary steps to safeguard EU interests, including the adoption of proportionate countermeasures."

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Canada pauses new tariff threats as Trump escalates

The president’s letter to the prime minister extends the trade deadline to Aug. 1.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump allies, foreign officials take new Aug. 1 deadline seriously

Trump insiders maintain that it would make little sense β€” politically or from a policy standpoint β€” for the president to offer any further extensions on trade.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Ukraine: Russia steps up bombings as Lavrov meets Kim

At least two civilians were killed overnight when Russia launched more than 600 drones and missiles against Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met with Kim Jong Un in North Korea.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Turkey's leader says PKK disarmament opens 'new page in history' after group lays down arms

Recep Tayyip Erdogan claimed the disarmament of the Kurdish PKK militant group as a victory for his country after its members began laying down their weapons in a symbolic ceremony on Friday.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Slovakia’s Fico eyes deal Tuesday on EU’s Russian gas ban and sanctions package

Slovakia has blocked the EU sanctions package over concerns that a proposal to end Russian gas imports could damage Bratislava's economic interests.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

White House probe fuels speculation Trump could oust Fed chief Powell

The investigation into cost overruns on a renovation of Fed headquarters is drawing concern that it's a pretext to eventually fire the central bank chief.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Latest news bulletin | July 12th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Japan steps up earthquake, tsunami defenses amid quake swarm

Authorities have evacuated dozens of people from remote islands in southern Japan that have been shaken by over 1,700 tremors in recent weeks.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Deal struck to create new state of New Caledonia

French Prime Minister FranΓ§ois Bayrou hailed the agreement for a β€œunique organization” enshrined in France's constitution.

Published on: July 12, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe