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TikTok and Instagram accused of pushing suicide-related content to teens

The popular social media platforms recommend "shocking levels of harmful content" to teenagers, the researchers said.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukrainian held in Italy over Nord Stream gas pipelines blast mystery

German prosecutors say the man was in a group that planted explosives in the Baltic Sea.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Greek Cypriot man who 'accidentally' entered the north arrested on suspicion of drugs trafficking

The case is being investigated by the Dhekelia bases police and a procedure to return the man's vehicle is under way under with the help of the UN.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Hungary stages Europe’s largest fireworks display for national holiday

Hungary celebrated its national holiday on Wednesday with a record-breaking fireworks display over the River Danube in Budapest, billed as the largest in Europe.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

95-year-old former North Korean soldier living in South campaigns to be repatriated to the North

Ahn Hak-sop volunteered to fight for the North Korean army in 1952 but was captured by South Korean soldiers in April 1953, months before the fighting stopped with the armistice.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Scathing new 'South Park' episode takes aim at Donald Trump’s federal takeover of D.C. police

South Park’s Season 27 continues to be one of the most talked-about in recent memory, with its new episode - which aired last night - pulling no punches when it comes to satirising Trump, tech CEOs kowtowing to the US president, and the controversial federal takeover of Washinton D.C.’s police.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukrainian suspected of links to Nord Stream pipeline blasts arrested in Italy, prosecutors say

The damage added to tensions over the war in Ukraine as European countries moved to wean themselves off Russian energy sources following the Kremlin’s full-scale invasion of its neighbour.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany: Arrest made over Nord Stream pipeline explosions

The Russian-European gas pipeline was the target of a deliberate attack in September 2022.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US lawmakers urge investigation into Spain's deal with Huawei amid national security concerns

American lawmakers accused Spain of putting US national security at risk by contracting Chinese tech giant Huawei to handle sensitive data.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How a drone and missile startup is helping Ukraine become the β€˜Silicon Valley of defence’

The Ukrainian startup is developing long-range drones and missiles to take the battle to Russia.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | August 21st, 2025 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 21st, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Uganda agrees to conditional US migrant deal

Uganda said it would accept some migrants deported from the US, but not those with criminal records. The Trump administration earlier deported migrants to the third countries of Eswatini and South Sudan.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany updates: Looking for soldiers, spies and nurses

Germany is ageing and needs new soldiers and spies to keep it safe, as well as nurses to tend to its elderly. Berlin is looking far and wide to fill gaps, from Indonesia to a games convention. DW has the latest.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Denmark cuts 25% book sales tax due to alarming low-level 'reading crisis'

With data showing one in four 15-year-olds struggle to understand a simple text, Denmark is scrapping its 25% VAT on books, the world's highest tax, in a effort to tackle a growing literacy crisis.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Brazil's former President Bolsonaro planned to seek asylum in Argentina, police say

Bolsonaro is currently awaiting a Supreme Court ruling about an alleged coup attempt and learned on Wednesday he might face another case as police formally accused him and one of his sons, Eduardo Bolsonaro, of obstruction of justice.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Why China is expanding into digital currencies

China launched its own digital yuan, the e-CNY issued by its central bank, on a trial basis in 2019.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US to cap tariffs on European cars, medicines at 15 percentΒ 

Four-page joint statement clarifies the trade deal struck by Donald Trump and Ursula von der Leyen last month.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Why has the UK banned this Sanex shower gel ad?

A shower gel commercial has been banned in the UK for β€œsuggesting white skin superior to black skin”. The company behind ad has defended their spot...

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine: Russia launches largest strikes in weeks

A large-scale Russian aerial assault targeted Kyiv and Lviv overnight, with nearby Poland scrambling jets to protect its airspace. Ukraine's Zelenskyy has said the attack proves Putin does not want peace. More on DW.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Walmart recalls frozen shrimp in the US over potential radioactive contamination

One food safety expert says the risk is low from the recalled shrimp, which was sold in 13 US states.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

β€˜Remove stops from Google Maps’: Venetians angered after tourists discover €2 gondola ferries

The β€˜traghetti’ ferry passengers between the two banks of the Grand Canal - a useful service considering there are only four bridges that cross it.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Yachts, saunas, swingers' clubs: Poland's EU funds scandal

Donald Tusk has boosted the Polish economy thanks to EU funds allocated after the COVID-19 pandemic. But opposition parties claim his government has misused the funds.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US remains opposed to Turkey re-joining F-35 jet programme, State Department says

Turkey was removed from the F-35 programme and its Defence Industry Agency was sanctioned after Ankara announced in 2017 it would purchase Russian S-400 missiles.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

World leaders condemn Israel’s new front in Gaza war

International dismay grows, while IDF announces that it has captured the outskirts of Gaza City.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Europeans back minimum tax for large multinationals and the super-rich

The majority of EU citizens are willing to increase environmental taxes, and most support the introduction of a minimum tax for the super-rich.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

SAIL festival returns to Amsterdam with hundreds of historic ships

The Dutch capital welcomed a fleet of ships from all over the world on Wednesday as SAIL began, the country’s largest maritime festival.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Green kiwis earn EU’s first-ever fruit health claim for keeping you regular

Kiwis are now EU-certified to keep your digestive system on schedule, becoming the first fresh fruit to get the bloc’s green light for health benefits.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

One killed and 15 injured in one of Russia's biggest aerial attacks of the year on Ukraine

The attacks come despite an uptick in international diplomacy and talks focused on striking a peace agreement.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Investigation into 'horrifying' death of French streamer

RaphaΓ«l Graven, also known as Jean Pormanove, was found dead at a residence in Contes, a village north of Nice, prosecutors said.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Carbon credits erase rare bird habitat in Estonia

Carbon credit projects are booming in Europe, but there are also some scams and unintended consequences. While claiming to compensate for emissions, not all schemes deliver what they promise.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

New Zealand spy agency calls China 'most active' security threat

The spy agency report called China a particularly "assertive and powerful" actor. Beijing dismissed the "groundless" claims as adoption of a "Cold War mentality."

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Why the Trump administration seeks a stake in chipmaker Intel

The Trump administration has confirmed it is in talks to take a 10% stake in struggling semiconductor manufacturer Intel. Some say the move makes perfect strategic sense, but critics warn it could set a risky precedent.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Why Trump wants US government stake in chipmaker Intel

The Trump administration has confirmed it is in talks to take a 10% stake in struggling semiconductor manufacturer Intel. Some say the move makes perfect strategic sense, but critics warn it could set a risky precedent.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Bundesliga: What you need to know for 2025-26

A new Bundesliga season means new stars and teams to cheer for. One thing that hasn't changed though, is that Bayern Munich are the favorites for the title. Here's what you need to know.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Lagarde urges Europe to expand trade beyond US after Trump tariffs

European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde has called on European governments to expand trade to non-US countries as trade tariffs are likely to bite in the third quarter of 2025.

Published on: August 21, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer