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Italy's Ferrero to buy WK Kellogg in $3.1 billion deal

The deal could allow the chocolate maker to establish a strong foothold in the US cereal market.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Patriots for Europe look to derail signature EU climate policy with key parliament file

The far-right Patriots for Europe are now a step closer to derail one of the EU’s flagship policy, the so-called Green Deal.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Armenia and Azerbaijan move closer to peace, pushing Russia out from the South Caucasus

Leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan meet in Abu Dhabi to finalise the peace agreement and forge a future side by side after nearly four decades of conflict. What was previously seen as an impossible peace became a reality after Russia’s all-out war against Ukraine.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

German-Polish border checks: 'They make our life difficult'

For years, people living near the German-Polish frontier took the open border for granted in their daily lives. With the re-introduction of border checks, all that is changing.

Published on: July 10, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Greece to suspend asylum applications of migrants from Libya

In recent days, more than 2,000 migrants have landed on Crete, prompting the Greek authorities to halt asylum hearings for those arriving from Africa.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Plastic waste is a solvable problem

A global instrument to combat plastic waste is only the start. Coordinated action, innovative financing and consistent reporting metrics are needed for countries to implement the right solutions and infrastructure.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump threatens to slap Brazil with 50 percent tariffs over treatment of Bolsonaro, other disagreements

Trump called the investigation into the former far-right leader of Brazil a β€œWitch Hunt that should end IMMEDIATELY.”

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Kyiv spurns suggested head of economic crimes bureau, setting up clash with Western partners

Ukrainian officials head to a conference in Rome to ask for more aid having derailed an independent selection process backed by the country's Western allies.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti charged with tax evasion, handed one-year prison sentence

The now Brazil national team head coach was found guilty of evading taxes on his image rights in 2014. Although he will probably not serve the prison term, he'll have to pay a fine and is set to be disqualified from receiving tax benefits in Spain for three years.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump officials used shadowy website to target pro-Palestinian academics for deportation, court records show

The unsealed court records also reveal how deeply involved Trump aide Stephen Miller was in the effort to revoke the visas of pro-Palestinian academics.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Socialists to back von der Leyen in no-confidence vote after she backs down on EU budget

European Commission president expected to easily survive ― but she has made two major concessions.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Turkey: Government silences last critical media outlets

Over 95% of Turkish media are already considered pro-government. Now the regulatory authority has imposed a ten-day broadcasting ban on the two largest channels critical of the government.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Seoul court approves new arrest of former President Yoon over martial law decree

Yoon described his martial law imposition as a necessary step to quash his β€œanti-state” liberal opponents, accusing them of using their majority to obstruct his agenda.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump is interested in new Russia sanctions. But there’s a catch.

President Donald Trump is ready to sign a punishing Russia sanctions bill that GOP hawks have pushed for months. But only if it changes to give him more control. A senior administration official granted anonymity to discuss the president’s view said that β€œconceptually there’s an openness” to the bill from Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), but […]

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Do young Europeans believe in democracy?

Despite the fact that the majority of young Europeans said they backed democracy, 21% said that under certain circumstances, they would favour an authoritarian government over a democratic one.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US sanctions Italian UN official who called for criminal action against Israel

Rubio accused U.N. Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese of leading β€œpolitical and economic warfare” against the U.S. and Israel.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Kenya: President Ruto says 'anarchy' will not be tolerated

Kenyan President William Ruto made his first public remarks since deadly anti-government protests broke out this week. He said that "anyone going to burn people's property should be shot in the leg."

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Middle East: Houthis claim deadly Red Sea attack on ship

Yemen's Houthis have claimed the attack on a ship in the Red Sea this week that killed several crew members. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has said there is a 'good chance' for a Gaza cease fire. DW has more.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ukraine updates: Russia fires nearly 750 drones and missiles

Kyiv has called for "biting" sanctions after Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles overnight. US President Trump has now approved sending more Patriot missiles to Ukraine, accusing Russia of not wanting peace.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Volkswagen reports electric vehicles sales surge in 2025

The Volkswagen Group reported an almost 50% surge in electric vehicles sold worldwide, with total global deliveries also up over 1%

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU cuts ties with interpreter over Zelenskyy security fears

European Commission said it took action over "an incident related to note-taking" at a meeting with Ukrainian president.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Germany updates: Police commissioner slams migrant pushbacks

Germany's federal police commissioner says tougher border controls are stretching police forces thin. And Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government faced opposition scrutiny at a parliamentary budget debate. Follow DW.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Taiwan launches record military drills amid China threats

The 10-day drills aim to test Taiwan's response to a potential Chinese invasion, with the military, firefighters, police, and civil society all set to take part.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Al-Shabaab militants claim responsibility for explosion at military school in Somalia

Al-Shabaab frequently targets military installations as part of its insurgency aiming to topple the Somali government and impose its strict version of Islamic law.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Linda Yaccarino steps down as CEO of Musk's X platform

Linda Yaccarino was hired by Elon Musk after he took over the company previously known as Twitter. Her departure comes at a time Musk has announced his intention to integrate X with his artificial intelligence firm, xAi.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Greece suspends asylum applications for migrants from North Africa

The temporary measures come as Crete grapples with a 350% increase in arrivals compared to last year.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Nigerians face new US visitor visa restrictions

The US State Department has said it is going to issue single-entry three-month visas for Nigerians in non-immigrant and non-diplomatic categories, rolling back five-year multiple-entry visas.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Allies need to ramp up arms production, NATO's chief Mark Rutte says in Berlin

The alliance's secretary general underlined that NATO allies need to increase military and defence production after meeting German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump shares 6 more tariff letters addressed to Philippines, other emerging economies

The new tariff rates threatened in the letters Trump shared Wednesday are similar to those he announced on what the White House dubbed β€œLiberation Day” in early April.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Russia's summer push in Ukraine targets three fronts but faces stern resistance

Analysis of Russia's advance in northern and eastern Ukraine in maps.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

At least two killed as series of earthquakes jolt Guatemala over course of hours

The tremors resulted in the evacuation of buildings and landslides, officials said, adding they were felt as far away as El Salvador.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How to avoid contributing to overtourism in Mexico City as residents protest against gentrification

Here’s our pick of the best neighbourhoods to stay and alternative museums, to help travellers tread lightly.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | July 9th – 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 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Too much love to own: EU Court blocks 'I love' trademark request

A trademark request for β€œI ” logo for clothing has been rejected by the EU top court for lacking the necessary distinctiveness.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Malawi's largest refugee camp in crisis

A humanitarian crisis is looming at Malawi's largest refugee camp. The UNHCR says it can no longer fund the camp that houses some 57,000 people from DR Congo, Rwanda, Somalia, Burundi and Ethiopia.

Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)