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Germany: Police probe death of author Alexandra FrΓΆhlich

German bestselling author Alexandra FrΓΆhlich was found dead on her houseboat in Hamburg last week. Now the police have commented on the cause of her death.

Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Upward trend in people facing EU jails for helping migrants

People continue to face criminal charges for helping migrants, in what activists say is an increasingly common trend through most of the EU.

Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

People cheer as power comes back on in Madrid

Residents applauded as the lights came back on in Spain's capital, after a huge power cut brought the country to a standstill.

Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Amnesty International warns global human rights are at risk

In its annual report, Amnesty International says that the global system of rule-based human rights is in danger.

Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Spain and Portugal hit by sweeping power outage, Here is what we know

Spain’s Interior Ministry declared a state of emergency after a nationwide blackout paralysed much of the Iberian Peninsula. Work is still underway as technicians scramble to restore power.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US fighter jet falls overboard while avoiding Houthi attack

The $60M mishap adds to an increasingly expensive price tag in the administration’s effort against the Iran-backed group.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

EU part of 'beyond alarming' global demise in human rights, Amnesty says

The EU has so far failed to stand up as it should to Donald Trump in all aspects and to its own internal violators such as Hungary, said Amnesty International.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

'Everything went off': How Spain and Portugal's massive power cut unfolded

Residents stuck on trains, phones not working, checkouts off: How a massive power cut caused chaos.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Spain and Portugal scramble to restore power as officials chase cause of outage

Spain declares a national emergency as millions of people are left without power amid chaotic scenes.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Freak disappearance of electricity triggered power cut, says Spain PM SΓ‘nchez

"This has never happened before," said SΓ‘nchez, warning it may take longer than expected to restore power.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

100 days of Donald Trump: US in a 'whirlwind'

Republican Donald Trump has been US president for 100 days. Which of his promises has he kept? And what do Americans think about their country in transition?

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

What could have caused the major power outage in Spain and Portugal? Experts weigh in

Several scenarios have been put forward by experts as a possible cause behind the major power outage that plunged Spain and Portugal into disarray.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU must boost euro’s international role, ECB's de Guindos says

European Central Bank vice-president Luis de Guindos warns Europe must act fast to boost the euro’s global role, as Trump’s trade policies threaten the stability of the dollar system.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Bulgaria could play key role in European defence efforts, says Antonio Costa

Costa said that his visit to Bulgaria comes at a significant time for the country, following its entry into the Schengen Area and its preparations to join the eurozone.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

More than €100 billion a year: The cost of work-related stress in the EU

A study conducted by the European Trade Union Institute assessed the cost of cardiovascular disease and depressive disorders attributed to five psychosocial risks.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU backs Olympic bid for 2036, while London wants the Games in 2040

Europe’s sports chief calls for the Olympics to return to the EU β€” but that aspiration could clash with a bid from London.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

'You can count on us,' says Germany's president marking 70 years in NATO

Former West Germany sought protection as its 15th member on 6 May 1955 as concern grew about the Soviet army massed east of the Iron Curtain.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

India-Pakistan tensions: US, China urge de-escalation

China's Wang Yi has backed Pakistan's call for an independent probe into the recent attack in Kashmir. Meanwhile, India said troops from both sides exchanged fire for the fourth night in a row. DW rounds up the latest.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Conclave to elect new pope begins May 7

The date was decided in a closed-door meeting of cardinals, who came together at the Vatican. The new pope will lead a community of 1.4 billion Catholics.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Spain and Portugal power chaos - in pictures

Photos show the disruption caused by power cuts that have affected large parts of Spain and Portugal.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

European Commission questions legality of US seabed mining plans

The EU executive β€œdeeply regrets” President Trump’s decision to promote deep-sea mining in international waters, joining a chorus of voices questioning the legality of Washington’s latest bid to secure supplies of lithium, rare earth metals and other critical raw materials.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

France: Mosque stabbing suspect surrenders in Italy

The French national turned himself in at a police station in Italy, several hundred kilometers from the scene of the crime.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

When the lights went out: How Euronews was there for you in the dark amid the Iberian blackout

Throughout the afternoon, Euronews teams fought to piece together the developing situation.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Millions could still spend night in the dark as Spain and Portugal work to restore power

Spain's national cybersecurity office stated that it had gathered evidence suggesting the power outage could be the result of a cyberattack, but this claim has been denied by Portuguese and EU officials.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Watch: The Ugandan innovator turning weeds into clean energy

Through Eco-Erudites, Amanda Natukunda and her team repurpose toxic water weeds into eco-friendly products like biogas, fertiliser, and animal feed.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Brazil official optimistic for EU-Mercosur deal amid US tariff war

Brazilian trade official Jorge Vian considered the current international trade climate favourable for concluding the EU Mercosur deal.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Watch: Traffic chaos as Spain and Portugal face power outages

From traffic lights turning off in Spain, to Metro stations plunged into darkness in Portugal - power outages have caused havoc.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Power cut leaves card users in the lurch in Spain, Portugal

Despite the dash for cash, Spain's core settlement infrastructure continues to operate normally, says the Bank of Spain.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

How Spain and Portugal’s economies could be hit by the blackout

Euronews asks the experts and speaks to businesses about how Spain and Portugal's economies could be impacted by the power cut that hit large parts of both countries on Monday.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Child damages €50m Rothko painting in Dutch museum

It is not yet clear who will be held responsible for the cost of repairing Rothko's Grey, Orange on Maroon, No. 8.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Latest news bulletin | April 28th – 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: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Portuguese leaders postpone election debate due to power cut

With most of the country without power, both leaders agreed to postpone their televised clash.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Travel mayhem in Spain and Portugal as power outage grounds flights and paralyses train networks

Airport are urging passengers to monitor local travel advice and flight trackers for updates.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Spain tops workplace productivity in Europe while unemployment rises

Although Spain’s unemployment rate rose to its highest level in a year in the first quarter of the year, workplace productivity and economic growth remains robust.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Brazilian study links ultraprocessed foods to early death

Overhauling public policy could be key to improving long-term health outcomes says Brazil investigation of eight national dietary surveys.

Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)