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Fact check: Sweden is not deporting immigrants for 'not adhering to Western values'

The Swedish government has made cracking down on migration one of its key goals, however online claims are misleading.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Man jumps on to moving high-speed train

The man was left behind after apparently taking advantage of a scheduled stop to have a cigarette.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Thieves make off with $7,000 in Labubu dolls as toy craze sparks smash-and-grab in LA

Masked thieves raided a California toy store for dozens of sought-after Labubu dolls, as demand for the quirky collectible continues to skyrocket worldwide.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Thousands of firefighters combat three major fires in Portugal

A fire in the municipality of Trancoso has threatened to engulf homes as Portugal struggles to contain a worsening wildfire season.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | August 11th, 2025 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 11th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Palestinian territories: What makes a state a state?

The question of Palestinian statehood continues to draw support, with more and more countries willing to recognize Palestine. But the pathway to statehood is built on conventions and custom β€” and is rarely easy.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

'Depravity and lawlessness’: U2 speak out on Israel’s actions in Gaza

Bono and his bandmates have released personal statements condemning Hamas' "diabolical" actions and how Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government deserve "our categorical and unequivocal condemnation."

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Rental demand in Portugal is shrinking: Where is it easiest to find a home?

In the second quarter of 2025, each house available for rent received an average of 17 enquiries, a 43% drop from the same period in 2024. Portalegre is the city with the highest demand for rental properties.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany updates: Domestic travel drives highest-ever hotel bookings

New figures show that holiday and business travel in Germany is more popular than ever, even though demand from other countries has dropped. Meanwhile, lawmakers are turning to TikTok to engage the youth.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Strong earthquake strikes Turkey’s BalΔ±kesir province, killing one

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck the town of SΔ±ndΔ±rgΔ± in Turkey’s BalΔ±kesir province on Sunday evening, killing one person and injuring at least 29 others.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nigel Farage is β€˜odious,’ says Nicola Sturgeon

The former Scottish first minister said Farage was "not particularly comfortable" around women.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Israel kills 5 Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza airstrike

Prominent correspondent Anas al-Sharif shares video of "relentless bombardment" shortly before he died Sunday night.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

At least 20 injured in Russian strike on southern Ukrainian city

A guided aerial bomb launched by Russian forces struck Zaporizhzhia’s central bus station on Sunday evening, injuring 20 people and damaging civilian infrastructure.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Willy Chavarria and Adidas apologise for shoe design criticised as cultural appropriation

Adidas and designer Willy Chavarria have apologised after their Oaxaca Slip-On sparked backlash for using Indigenous Mexican design without credit or collaboration.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukrainian drone strikes hit defence industry facilities across Russia

Ukrainian forces have launched a new series of drone strikes against companies involved in supplying the Russian army, some located thousands of kilometres away from the Ukrainian border.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

The recycling dilemma: Why most plastic still ends up as waste

Of the record volumes of plastic being produced, less than 10% is made into something new. Is it time to rethink recycling?

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Man survives after clinging to Austrian high-speed train after cigarette break

The incident occurred in St PΓΆlten, west of Vienna, and prompted an emergency stop after the man banged on carriage windows to alert passengers and crew.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Is Streeting’s NHS plan an effective cure?

The government has a 10-year health plan it says can fix the NHS, but what does it look like in practical terms, and when will the public see a difference? On this episode, Sam and Anne are joined by Alastair McLellan, the editor-in-chief of the Health Service Journal, to deep dive into the details. They […]

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Chipmakers Nvidia and AMD to pay 15% of China revenue to US government

The unprecedented deal is part of a bargain to secure US export licenses for the Chinese market.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Kneecap banned in Hungary but vow to use their platform to call out β€˜genocide and the war criminals’

The Irish rap trio Kneecap would have graced the stage at this year's Sziget festival today had the Hungarian government had not banned the band from the country. Regardless, the band continues to tour and have vowed to keep using their platform to call out 'genocide and war criminals'.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Zelenskyy warns of Russian deception as Putin-Trump talks loom

"The only thing they are looking for is a way to kill Ukraine,” says Kyiv's leader.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Nvidia, AMD to pay US 15% of AI chip sales to China

The US government began issuing artificial intelligence chip export licenses after the revenue-sharing deal, despite security concerns.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU scrambles ministers for talks on Trump and Netanyahu

EU foreign ministers will repeat red lines on a Ukraine peace deal and discuss sanctions on Israel in emergency talks on Monday.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Is Turkey becoming football's next Saudi Arabia?

The high prices Turkey's top football clubs have been paying on the transfer market has some comparing it to Saudi Arabia. But what's behind this spending spree, and is it sustainable?

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

War of words - the EU clampdown on plant-based 'bacon, ribs and chicken'

The EU Commission has proposed banning 29 terms β€” like "bacon", "ribs" and "chicken" β€” for use in plant-based products. The proposal is a direct attack on the plant-based industry and on any attempt at meaningful food system transformation. And it’s been put into place thanks to meat and diary lobbyists.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

ECB expected to delay rate cuts until December amid Trump trade shock

The European Central Bank is expected to delay its final interest rate cut until December, as policymakers weigh the fallout from US president Donald Trump’s renewed trade offensive.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

EU demands Israel amend restrictive new law on NGOs

A group of foreign ministers plus the EU's foreign policy chief demand Israel amend a law that restricts international NGOs working on Palestinian issues.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Their loved ones are missing at war. So these Ukrainian children spend summer together

Will Vernon gets exclusive access to a pioneering summer camp for Ukrainian children with missing parents.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Ecuador: 8 people killed in shooting outside nightclub

The shooting took place in Guayas, one of the four provinces where President Daniel Noboa declared a state of emergency to combat gang violence.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Turkey earthquake flattens buildings in north-east Balikesir province

The magnitude 6.1 quake left one person dead and caused 16 buildings to collapse in the north-west Balikesir province.

Published on: August 11, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Turkey: 6.1 magnitude earthquake kills 1 in Balikesir

Over a dozen buildings collapsed as a result of the tremor, which was felt as far as Istanbul.

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

In Ukraine's occupied Luhansk, many 'struggling to get by'

Electricity and water are in short supply, and foods prices are rising. As Moscow pressures people in occupied eastern Ukraine to take on Russian citizenship, people in the Luhansk region spoke with DW about daily life.

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

Big Tech’s next major political battle may already be brewing in your backyard

The data center debate is inching up the ballot as state lawmakers race to regulate a nascent industry, governors rush to embrace a new economic boon and Big Tech makes major investments in AI growth.

Published on: August 10, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

EU, NATO chief back Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin summit

European foreign ministers will hold a video call on Monday to discuss how to best support Ukraine ahead of a summit between the US and Russia.

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

UN Security Council holds emergency session on expansion of Gaza military operation

UN chief AntΓ³nio Guterres described Israel's planned expansion of military operations earlier as a β€œdangerous escalation” for the two million civilians trapped in the enclave as well as the remaining Israeli hostages still held captive.

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