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Haiti protests turn violent as gunmen open fire on police

A protest over escalating gang violence in Port-au-Prince turned into chaos when armed individuals fired at police, intensifying concerns over Haiti’s growing instability.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dow and S&P drop as Trump's tariffs spark trade chaos on Wall Street

Financial markets around the world are reeling Thursday following President Donald Trump’s latest and most severe volley of tariffs, and the US stock market may be taking the worst of it.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trade war with penguins? Trump's tariffs hit some remote targets across the globe

US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs extend to some uninhabitated islands that have no trade and are home only to wildlife.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Secret of the Thames: London exhibition reveals stunning artefacts discovered by mudlarks

A new exhibition at the Museum of London Docklands showcases over 350 historic items discovered by mudlarks along the River Thames.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Myanmar earthquake death toll passes 3,000 with hundreds still missing

The leader of Myanmar's ruling military junta, Min Aung Hlaing, is due to travel to Bangkok on Thursday for a regional summit.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Sahel juntas drive new era in mineral extraction

In Niger, a local company has been granted a license to mine copper. Meanwhile, military governments in Mali and Burkina Faso aim to reduce dependence on foreign mining companies and diversify their economies.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Eleven people detained in Turkey as part of investigation into boycott call

The Istanbul Prosecutor's Office is investigating protesters who called for a shopping boycott, accusing them of 'hate and discrimination' and 'inciting the public to hatred and hostility'.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

NATO members seek assurances at summit amid US tariffs

Ministers are meeting in Brussels amid continued antagonism from the US, including 20% tariffs against the EU. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called for 5% defense spending.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

The Hunger Games fans are furious about this SHEIN collaboration – and for good reason

Sometimes, reality truly is the best satire. 'The Hunger Games' fans have been left outraged after this recent merchandise release... Here’s why.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

At least seven dead after migrant boat capsizes near Greek island of Lesbos

Greece is one of the main entry points into the EU for people fleeing conflict and poverty in the Middle East, Africa and Asia, with many making the short but treacherous journey from Turkey to Greek islands in inflatable dinghies.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US will stay in NATO, but it must be 'stronger', Marco Rubio tells his 31 counterparts

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reassured allies that Donald Trump is not anti-NATO and that the country will remain in the alliance, but he's also asking his counterparts to make sacrifices and raise defence spending to 5%.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Here's why President Trump's tariffs could benefit European consumers

President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping reciprocal tariffs, which were far steeper than many had anticipated, has sparked a global outcry. What do they mean for European consumers?

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Mass grave mystery: Archaeologists discover 150 Roman-era soldiers in Vienna

Archaeologists in Vienna have uncovered an incredibly rare Roman-era mass grave, possibly linked to Emperor Domitian’s Danubian campaigns.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What we know about China's plans for a new supersonic jet that can fly 50% further than Concorde

Chinese media reported that the C949 would have a 50 per cent range boost over the Concorde and fly with a noise level like a blowing hairdryer.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Keukenhof Gardens become the ultimate spring social media hotspot

As tulips bloom in vibrant hues at Keukenhof Gardens, social media influencers flock to capture the perfect shot, while farmers work to protect their precious fields.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | April 3rd – 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: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Inflation eases in Turkey although Trump tariffs pose economic risks

Turkey's inflation rate slowed more than expected in March, although domestic political turmoil and Trump tariffs pose risks to price pressures.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

The EU-Central Asia summit's elephant in the room β€”Β political repression

While dictators in central Asia are speaking about progress and democratic reform, opposition parties are forbidden while its members are imprisoned. It is therefore telling that democracy and human rights are not mentioned in EU Council president Antonio Costa’s statement on the first-ever EU-Central Asia summit.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

How Trump's tariffs will affect international trade

Businesses and governments worldwide are trying to understand their new reality as Donald Trump reveals another round of US tariffs.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Will Trump's latest tariffs launch a global trade war?

Businesses and governments around the world are trying to make sense of their new reality as Donald Trump reveals another round of US tariffs. Contingency plans and retaliation are being openly discussed.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

ECB vice-president: trade uncertainty now higher than under Covid

Without mentioning Donald Trump’s tariffs, ECB vice president Luis de Guindos said trade uncertainty is now over eight times its historical average β€” β€œwell beyond” pandemic peaks.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Germany's asparagus season shrinking

Fewer seasonal workers, smaller fields β€” is this once ubiquitous vegetable releasing its hold on German spring?

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU seeks talks with US over 20% tariffs, prepares countermeasures

β€œI know many of you are disappointed in our old ally,” said EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen, following the US decision to impose a 20 percent tariff on all European products. "There seems to be no order in the disorder."

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

'Our unity is our strength' - EU responds to Trump's tariffs

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen has vowed a united response to US tariffs, warning of further countermeasures if negotiations fail.

Published on: April 03, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

At least four killed in Russian strikes on Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih

Kryvyi Rih, the hometown of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is often targeted by Russian strikes. The city lies around 70 kilometres from the nearest frontline.

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Marine Le Pen's ban outraged France's far right - and they may well take revenge

Could the National Rally retaliate in parliament by attempting to bring down the fragile coalition government?

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Marine Le Pen's ban outraged France's far right - they may well take revenge

Could the National Rally retaliate in parliament by attempting to bring down the fragile coalition government?

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Trump announces 10% reciprocal global tariffs, with higher rates on some nations

US President Donald Trump announced the long-awaited β€œLiberation Day” reciprocal tariffs at the White House Rose Garden. Global markets shifted into β€œrisk-off” mode, with US stock futures tumbling sharply and gold surging to a new high.

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

TikTok sale: Popular video app's US future comes down to the wire

Donald Trump seems confident he can pull off a deal to drive TikTok into American hands. The stakes are high for the popular Chinese video app's 170 million US users who are hoping for an end to the waiting game.

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

White House team set up at least 20 SignalΒ group chats for crises across the worldΒ 

National security adviser Mike Waltz’s team regularly set up chats on Signal to coordinate official work on issues including Ukraine, China, Gaza, Middle East policy, Africa and Europe, according to four people who have been personally added to Signal chats. Two of the people said they were in or have direct knowledge of at least […]

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Mass Roman grave discovered outside Vienna

Archaeologists have said the remains of around 150 soldiers have been unearthed on the outskirts of Vienna in what they have described as an exceedingly rare find.

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Central Asian countries embark on strategic pivot towards Europe

The upcoming summit in Samarkand will bring together for the first time the leaders of the five Central Asian countries and the European Union.

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US: Could Trump run for a third term in 2028?

The US Constitution bars presidents from running for a third term, but Donald Trump apparently wants to run anyway. He says there are "methods." And historically, he hasn't shown much concern for the law.

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU hones in on Central Asia in race for raw materials

The EU has raised billions for the region to diversify supply chains and reduce dependence on China. Experts say the idea is to offer competitive deals and build local industry while encouraging sustainable mining.

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

White House disputes report on timing of Musk's departure

The Trump administration called a report saying Elon Musk would resign from his position as the head of DOGE "garbage." Politico reported Trump said the world's richest man would soon abandon his government role.

Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)