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From hospital bed to hero status - Bonmati 'could write a book'

Aitana Bonmati's place at Euro 2025 was under threat when she was struck down with viral meningitis before the tournament. She might yet leave it with a winner's medal.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

US judge denies bid to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts

The ruling is the first in a series of attempts by US President Trump to release information related to the Epstein case. Meanwhile, a panel of lawmakers voted to subpoena the Justice Department for its files on Epstein.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Macrons file defamation suit against US influencer Candace Owens

The French president and his wife say they have repeatedly asked for a retraction from the popular conspiracy theorist.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Euro 2025: Germany lose to Spain in semifinal

After 113 minutes, Aitana Bonmati scored the winner to knock Germany out and put Spain in the final.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Humans are using more resources than the planet can restore

Little more than half a year into 2025, mankind has already hit Earth Overshoot Day, consuming resources at a rate that far outpaces the capacity to restore them. Are there ways to slow things down?

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ukraine: New law curtails anti-corruption bodies' powers

A controversial law gives Ukraine's prosecutor general control over the country's once independent anti-corruption authorities. The move has drawn fierce criticism and sparked nationwide protests.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Defence and tariffs top the agenda at Merz and Macron working dinner

As Merz hosted Macron in Berlin, their agenda included a long list of topics, such as defence, energy and EU trade policy.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ten workers killed battling wildfires in Turkey

Forestry workers and rescuers were trapped by fire following a change in the wind direction.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Ukraine updates: Third round of talks ends in Istanbul

The Ukrainian and Russian delegations concluded negotiations in Istanbul in less than an hour. According to reports, another prisoner exchange has been agreed upon.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Backlash grows after Zelensky strips anti-corruption bodies of independence

Protests gather pace in Ukrainian cities as some of Kyiv's closest allies sound alarm bells.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

France's first couple sue right-wing influencer Candace Owens over claims Brigitte Macron is a man

In the suit filed inthe Delaware Superior Court, the Macrons said Owens had waged a "campaign of global humiliation" for personal gain to promote her podcast.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU pushes for tougher tools to fight organized crime

Governments want to stop criminals from using technology to evade the law.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Firefighters in Cyprus battle huge wildfires that forced evacuation of four villages

Wednesday's fires broke out on the first day of a heatwave in Cyprus with forecasters expecting temperatures on Thursday to hit 45 degrees Celsius, making it the hottest day of the year.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Macrons sue hard-right commentator Candace Owens for defamation

The French president and his wife allege that Owens has spread false transphobic rumors about the French first lady to boost her own business.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Germany: Would compulsory military service hurt the economy?

The idea of bringing back compulsory military service in Germany is controversial, not least because some business leaders fear this could harm the economy.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Adult dies with listeriosis as outbreak investigated

The death follows news announced on Tuesday that nine cases of listeriosis have been identified.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

World’s top court says climate inaction can breach international law

Nonmembership of the Paris Agreement doesn't exempt countries from duty to fight global warming, ICJ says.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Thailand closes some border crossings with Cambodia after soldier loses leg in landmine explosion

Many border checkpoints had already been closed by one side or the other after relations deteriorated following an armed confrontation in which one Cambodian soldier was killed.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU prepares heavy artillery for US in tariff war

The European Commission and member states are discussing the possible use of the anti-coercion instrument, which would allow the bloc to target digital and financial services in the event of a failure to reach a deal with the US on tariffs.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU eyes 15 percent US tariff β€” and retaliation if deal talks fall apart

If no deal is reached by Donald Trump’s Aug. 1 deadline, Brussels is prepared to launch two-stage counterstrike.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Taiwan warns of Chinese interference before recall vote

Taiwan says China has no right to intervene in the recall vote on lawmakers whom activists see as cozying up to Beijing. China views Taiwan as its own territory.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Russia’s top court bans non-existent β€˜Satanist movement’

Moscow continues to use a 2002 extremism law to shield the Orthodox Church and the Kremlin. Critics say the courts are inventing threats to do the government's bidding.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

With US out of picture, EU tries to fill the climate void with China

When leaders meet Thursday in Beijing, they might strike a climate deal, but there's no guarantee it will be meaningful.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Syria asks Turkey for defence support after sectarian clashes, officials in Ankara say

Turkey, which has long expressed readiness to assist Damascus, was working towards providing training and technical support to help strengthen Syria's defence capacity, the officials added.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

'States must ACT NOW': Climate activists protest outside ICJ

Climate activists gathered outside the International Court of Justice in The Hague on Wednesday, holding banners that read, β€œCourts have spoken. The law is clear. States must ACT NOW.”

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

AI weapons for Westminster? β€˜Defense disruptor’ Anduril trains its sights on the UK

The arms company has launched a behind-the-scenes lobbying blitz – and it’s already paying off in the millions.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Amid violence in Syria, pressure on interim government grows

The latest violence in Syria shows just how far the country has to go to overcome decades of repression and division stoked by its previous rulers. Can the country's new government get the situation under control?

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Latest news bulletin | July 23rd – 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: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany moves to fast-track weapons purchases

Berlin wants to speed up the rate at which it can buy weapons, bypassing lengthy tender processes for military contracts. Critics warn that it could open a path to the unfair awarding of contracts and corrupt practices.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ambassador to 'Westarctica'? Indian police arrest man over fake embassy scam

Harshvardhan Jain, 47, claimed to have acted as an adviser or ambassador to made-up places such as "Seborga" or "Westarctica", according to police.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany updates: Ship collision triggers oil spill at port

Two vessels collided in Cuxhaven port, spilling 6,000 liters of oil into the water, with crews racing to contain the spill. Meanwhile, Germany's chancellor is hosting the French president in Berlin.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Cleared of all charges: Ex-star trader Tom Hayes' rate-rigging convictions quashed

A decade-long battle ended on Wednesday when the UK Supreme Court overturned the convictions of two former city traders, Tom Hayes and Carlo Palombo, who were at the centre of one of the largest financial scandals following the 2008 financial crisis.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

From Princess Diana to Tupac: London exhibition celebrates Gianni Versace’s dazzling fashion legacy

Chainmail, silk shirts, pin dresses, and a whole lot of gold - Versace’s most iconic looks are lighting up London in a throwback to ’90s fashion royalty.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

UN's top court says healthy environment is a human right in historic climate ruling

Experts say the non-binding advisory opinion could mark a turning point in international climate law.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

World's top court says healthy environment is a human right

The International Court of Justice has issued its ruling on states' legal obligations in relation to climate change, saying that failing to protect the planet may be a violation of international law.

Published on: July 23, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)