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Hurricane Iona forms after strengthening in Pacific Ocean but poses no threat to Hawaii

Iona emerged on Sunday from a tropical depression and was about 1,440 kilometres southeast of Honolulu, the US National Hurricane Centre in Miami said.

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

Riot police scuffle with demonstrators on Rhodes during visit by Israeli cruise ship

Anti-war activists had called for demonstrations on the island during a scheduled stop by the Israeli cruise ship, the Crown Iris, which was reportedly carrying more than 600 tourists.

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

Palestinians mourn the 11 victims of an attack in Khan Younis

Palestinians gathered in mourning on Monday after an Israeli airstrike hit a two-storey house in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, killing at least 11 people, according to Nasser Hospital.

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

Wiebes wins chaotic stage of Tour de France Femmes

Lorena Wiebes out-sprints Marianne Vos to win a chaotic stage three of the Tour de France Femmes as Vos regains the yellow jersey.

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

At least four killed and several missing as heavy rains and floods lash northern China

Beijing authorities said they would launch a top-level emergency response at 8 pm on Monday, ordering people to stay inside, closing schools, suspending construction work and stopping outdoor tourism and other activities until the response is lifted.

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

Watch: The floating hospitals bringing medical care to India’s isolated Islands

In the Sundarbans, West Bengal, 10 million people lack access to medical facilities.

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

Three suspected militants killed in gunfight in disputed Kashmir region, India says

Nuclear-armed rivals India and Pakistan each administer part of the Himalayan region of Kashmir, but both claim the territory in its entirety.

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

Under-fire EU says trade deal with Trump was best it could do

Critics say Brussels should have taken a tougher line β€” but the bloc's trade chief maintains that was easier said than done.

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

Cameroon: What keeps Paul Biya in power?

At 92, Paul Biya is already the oldest head of state in the world. He wants to be re-elected in October. The power apparatus is kept stable through harshness and fear of losing privileges.

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

Latest news bulletin | July 28th, 2025 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 28th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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

'Kung fu' Shaolin temple abbot under investigation for embezzlement and misconduct

The temple confirmed the inquiry on its official WeChat account, noting that a joint investigation is being carried out by several government departments.

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

Virtual reality could train our bodies to fight off infections, study says

People’s immune systems kicked into gear to protect them against infections after they entered a virtual reality (VR) world with visibly sick people, a new experiment shows.

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

Three killed and 10 injured in Turks and Caicos' first mass shooting, police say

At least four suspects were involved in the shooting early on Sunday on the island of Providenciales but no one has been arrested, the police commissioner said.

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

Listen: The EU-US tariff deal: A costly compromise or strategic win?

In this episode, Evi Kiorri breaks down the tariff agreement reached by U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen after months of intense negotiations.

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

Dramatic hunger surge strikes the Middle East and Africa, UN survey shows

Global crises are fueling hunger in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, with trade tensions, conflicts, and climate change driving food inflation, according to the UN's SOFI report.

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

Putin must agree Ukraine ceasefire in 10 or 12 days, says Trump

The US president says there is "no reason" for waiting amid little sign of progress towards peace.

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

Human immune system reacts to the mere sight of infection

Researchers monitored brain activity when people were shown images of sick-looking avatars via VR. The brain appeared to spark an immune response.

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

Putin has 10-12 day deadline to reach Ukraine deal β€” Trump

US President Donald Trump escalated pressure on his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, for Russia to make progress toward ending the war in Ukraine or face consequences.

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

Five things we don't know yet about the EU-US trade deal

The EU and the US struck a long-awaited agreement on Sunday, establishing a 15% tariff on EU exports, with certain sectors exempted. However key details remain unclear.

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

China to offer $500 per child in move to boost birth rate

More than 20 provincial-level administrations in China now offer childcare subsidies. But analysts are skeptical that they will be able to reverse the declining population or spur spending.

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

Pro-Ukraine hacker group claims Aeroflot cyber-attack

The Kremlin says reports of a cyber-attack on Russia's national carrier Aeroflot are "worrying".

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

Wacken Open Air 2025: Germany's legendary metal festival

Much more than a festival of metal music, mud and beer, Wacken is a unique community and cultural experience. Here are five things you need to know about W:O:A.

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

Wacken Open Air 2025: The mega metal festival is back

Much more than a festival of metal music, mud and beer, Wacken is a unique community and cultural experience. Here are five things you need to know about W:O:A.

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

COP30 will be different: Brazil wants world leaders to face the climate crisis head-on

In Belem, the UN climate summit will bring global leaders face to face with the harsh realities of climate change and inequality.

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

Finland's Niinisto: Trump will continue diplomacy with Putin, EU needs to be involved

Finland's ex-President Niinisto has met Russian President Putin and his US counterpart Trump. DW spoke to Niinisto about the diplomatic efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine, NATO, and the Helsinki Accords.

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

Cuts to US tariffs on British steel coming β€˜pretty soon,’ says Trump

U.S. trade rules have stymied the implementation of a deal struck back in May.

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

Intense floods strike Romania as wildfires rage across Turkey and Albania

In Turkey, three volunteer firefighters were killed when their vehicle overturned near Bursa, and at least 17 people have died in fires since late June.

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

How the Sahel became a smuggling hotspot

International criminal gangs have exploited instability in Sahel countries to build flourishing drug and human trafficking networks, while Russian promises of bringing order have so far failed.

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

Which EU countries recognise Palestine amid France's decision?

France is set to recognise the state of Palestine in September. Ten EU countries have already taken this step, with Sweden leading as the first member state to do so.

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

EU-US trade deal leaves future of pharma tariffs uncertain

Despite a new EU-US trade deal, tariffs on pharmaceuticals remain uncertain and unchanged for now, pending the outcome of a US national security investigation that could later impose duties of up to 15%.

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

'Best we could get': Brussels defends EU-US trade deal amid mounting criticism

"This is clearly the best deal we could get under very difficult circumstances," said Maroő Šefčovič, the European Commissioner for Trade.

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

Trump acknowledges β€˜real starvation’ in Gaza as he breaks with Netanyahu

The president promises the U.S. will work with Europe to get aid to Gaza amid growing humanitarian crisis.

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

Debunking claims that sunscreen is harmful and causes cancer

Summer is officially here. While many Europeans have been swapping their computers and desk chairs for beachside sun loungers, the longstanding online debate about sunscreen persists.

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

Why is 'Mary Poppins' Britain’s most complained about film of 2024?

Supercalifragilisticexpialido-WHAT?? How did the 1964 classic 'Mary Poppins' become the most complained about film of 2024 in the UK?

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

Trump shortens Russia's peace deal deadline from 50 to '10 or 12 days'

Earlier this month, Trump said he had given Moscow 50 days to reach a peace deal or face what he said would be "very severe" economic sanctions during a visit to Washington by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.

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