Oliver Devereaux

Germany: One in five older women faces poverty

Doing the unpaid work of caring for family members often leaves older women financially worse off than older men. In 2023, the average pension income for women 65 and over in Germany

1 year ago

Society

Germany tops list of non-English-speaking job destinations

Germany ranks as the most popular non-English-speaking country in the world as a destination for foreign workers, a study has shown. Berlin was among the most favored destinations. Germany clinched the top

1 year ago

Society

Australia: Police arrest several over Sydney church stabbing

Australian police arrested seven people in connection with an investigation into a 16-year-old accused of stabbing a priest in western Sydney. Officials said those arrested represented an “unacceptable risk and threat.” Australian police

1 year ago

World

Russia: Top military official arrested for bribery

Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov, who was once accused by the team of the late Alexei Navalny of living a lavish lifestyle, is suspected to have taken bribes. A Russian deputy defense

1 year ago

World

North Korea delegation visits Iran in rare public trip

A North Korean Cabinet minister who led a delegation visit to Moscow earlier this month is in Iran, according to Pyongyang state media. North Korean state news agency KCNA reported on Wednesday that a high-level economic

1 year ago

Politics

Tennessee passes bill to let teachers carry guns at school

The move comes a year after three children and three staff were killed in a school shooting in Nashville. The bill will now be sent to Republican Governor Bill Lee for consideration.

1 year ago

Politics

Electric cars sales expected to rise to new record in 2024

The International Energy Agency is forecasting that one in five cars sold globally is set to be electric. China continues to dominate the global market. The International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Tuesday that 2024

1 year ago

Society

German police shoot machete-wielding man at university

The incident occurred at the Mannheim University faculty of economics while lectures were taking place. Authorities are now investigating the use of firearms by the police officers. Police in Germany shot a

1 year ago

World

TikTok meets EU deadline over reward-to-watch feature

The European Commission is investigating the impact of TikTok Lite’s rewards program on users’ mental health. TikTok on Tuesday submitted a risk assessment report on its TikTok Lite rewards programme, meeting a 24-hour deadline

1 year ago

Innovations

EU to ban forced-labour products in move mostly targeted at China

The European Parliament has approved sweeping new rules designed to stamp out products tainted with forced labour from the EU market. The new law – approved on Tuesday with 555 votes in

1 year ago

World

Top EU diplomats put Serbia against the wall with Kosovo

Brussels has handed Belgrade a dilemma: Either stop obstructing Kosovo’s entry into key international organisations or its own EU aspirations will be frozen. Serbia’s path to EU membership now depends on its

1 year ago

World

UNESCO World Book Day: The books that made us

For UNESCO World Book Day, the Euronews Culture team shares the books that made them – as well as their reading recommendations. Today is UNESCO World Book Day, a celebration to promote

1 year ago

Arts & Entertainment

5 migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt

At least five people are reported to have died in an attempt to cross the English Channel. Only hours earlier, the UK Parliament voted to deport some of those who enter Britain

1 year ago

Society

Asia worst hit from climate disasters in 2023, says UN

A World Meteorological Organization (WMO) report has said floods and storms were the leading cause of climate-related hazards in Asia. It warns of “major repercussions.” Asia was most affected by climate and weather-related events in

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

North Korea says missile launch was nuclear response drill

North Korean state media has claimed Pyongyang tested a “nuclear trigger” simulation drill as a “warning signal” to the US and South Korea. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised a launch of

1 year ago

World

Rwanda plan: UK Parliament passes migrant deportation bill

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the government has already chartered commercial jets that would be ready within months. The plan to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda had previously faced legal hurdles.

1 year ago

Politics

UNRWA: Review finds ‘neutrality’ issues, no terror proof

A review of the UN agency’s neutrality was prompted by Israeli accusations that aid workers in Gaza were “terrorists.” An independent panel says Israel provided no evidence to back the claim. An

1 year ago

World

Trump accused of election fraud in hush money trial

Prosecutors have accused Donald Trump of falsifying business records in order to hide hush money that was paid to former adult film star Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 election. Donald Trump tried

1 year ago

World

India’s Modi accused of anti-Muslim campaign hate speech

At a weekend rally, Prime Minister Modi claimed the opposition wanted to take Hindus’ money and give it to “infiltrators.” The opposition Congress Party said he meant Muslims, and lodged an official

1 year ago

Politics

EU sets TikTok ultimatum over ‘addictive’ new app feature

The European Commission is threatening to suspend the TikTok Lite rewards programme, unless the Chinese-owned app provides answers within 24 hours. The European Commission on Monday gave TikTok a 24-hour deadline to submit an assessment of

1 year ago

Politics

Why Kant’s philosophy is still relevant amid today’s wars

Anyone who relies on the voice of reason cannot ignore Immanuel Kant. April 22 marks the 300th anniversary of the German philosopher’s birth. What does the author of “Perpetual Peace” still have

1 year ago

Arts & Entertainment

UK police charge 2 with spying for China

Prosecutors in Britain have charged two men with divulging official secrets to a foreign state. Britain’s Crown Prosecution Service on Monday said two men had been charged with breaking the UK’s Official Secrets

1 year ago

World

Germany’s industrial production expected to sink further

German industrial production is expected to fall further behind this year, after a dip in 2023. The usually strong manufacturing sector had already taken a hit because of higher energy prices. Industrial

1 year ago

Business

Middle East updates: Israel angered by possible US sanctions

Israel’s leadership has voiced indignation after reports that Washington intends to announce sanctions against an Israeli military battalion. The Israeli government has responded with indignation after a report that the United States

1 year ago

World

EU ministers welcome US aid for Ukraine ahead of meeting

European foreign and defense ministers are meeting to discuss support for Ukraine that has waned in recent months. Sanctions against Russia and Iran are also on the agenda. Foreign and defense ministers

1 year ago

Politics

US, Philippines kick off annual combat drills

The joint drills include simulations of US and Filipino troops recapturing islands amid maritime tensions between Manila and Beijing in the South China Sea. Some 16,700 Filipino and US troops began annual joint

1 year ago

Politics

North Korea launches suspected ballistic missiles into sea

Authorities in Japan and South Korea have reported what they suspect to be a North Korean missile launch. South Korea’s military reported the launch of what they suspected to be several short-range ballistic

1 year ago

World

Papua New Guinea PM reacts to Biden ‘cannibalism’ comment

Prime Minister Marape said his nation doesn’t deserve to be labeled cannibals. In controversial statements last week, US president Biden implied his uncle may have been eaten by cannibals in the country

1 year ago

Politics

Colombia: Thousands protest President Petro’s reforms

An estimated 250,000 people in Colombia took to the streets in various cities to protest the social and economic reforms of the left-wing President Gustavo Petro. Many chanted “out with Petro.” Hundreds

1 year ago

Politics

Sri Lanka: 7 dead after race car crashes into spectators

The crash happened at a motor sports event organized by the Sri Lankan army that was being held for the first time in five years after COVID-19 and an economic crisis. At

1 year ago

World

Ecuador prison warden killed as country votes on security

The chief warden of a prison was shot dead in western Ecuador. His death came as citizens voted on a referendum on President Noboa’s plans to crack down on criminal gangs and

1 year ago

Politics

Markets round-up: Escalating Middle East tensions deepen weekly slump

Global markets are poised for a third consecutive weekly decline as tensions rise in the Middle East. Investors are flocking to safe-haven assets, especially gold and silver, amplifying their surge as a

1 year ago

Business

Kenya’s doctors’ strike: Is there an end in sight?

Doctors in Kenya have been on strike for five weeks, demanding better wages and working conditions. President William Ruto says his government is out of money to pay the medics. Meanwhile, patients

1 year ago

World

Julian Nagelsmann to stay on as Germany coach

Julian Nagelsmann has extended his contract with the German national football team ahead of Euro 2024. Nagelsmann had been heavily linked with a return to his previous job, at Bayern Munich. Though

1 year ago

Sport

Ukraine says downs Russian bomber as 8 die in missile attack

Ukraine’s military says its forces have destroyed a Tu-22M3 strategic bomber used to attack Ukrainian cities. This comes as Russian missile strikes in the Dnipropetrovsk region are reported to have killed eight

1 year ago

World

Australia: Teenager charged with terrorism in church attack

Australian police have charged a 16-year-old boy accused of stabbing a bishop and a priest with a terrorism offense. If convicted, he could face life imprisonment. A 16-year-old boy accused of stabbing two

1 year ago

World

Netflix adds 9.3 million new subscribers, beats expectations

Netflix reported 9.3 million new subscribers this year and now claims a total audience of over half a billion. The company has tried to maximize revenues by cutting down on account sharing

1 year ago

Business

EU wants to undo Brexit, a little bit, for people 18 to 30

The European Commission argues it was Europe’s students and young graduates who were most affected by Brexit’s mobility restrictions. The UK has reportedly responded cooly to the proposal. The European Union is trying to

1 year ago

Society

250 years of Caspar David Friedrich on show in Berlin

Following a very public success in Hamburg, another blockbuster exhibition of works by Caspar David Friedrich is now opening in Berlin. We explain what makes him and his work so special. This

1 year ago

Arts & Entertainment

Russia declares German foundation ‘undesirable’

Moscow has blacklisted the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, a free-market think-tank as “undesirable,” essentially banning it. The organization said it was a sign of Russia’s “threat to civil and human rights.” The Russian

1 year ago

Politics

Middle East updates: US blocks UN membership for Palestine

The US has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that recommended full UN membership for the “State of Palestine.” The United States on Thursday vetoed a request seeking full UN membership for the

1 year ago

World

Kenya: Helicopter crash kills defense chief Francis Ogolla

Kenya’s defense chief and several other senior military officers died in a helicopter crash in a remote area of the country, the president has announced. Kenyan military chief Francis Ogolla and several

1 year ago

Politics

Top European court upholds Lithuania’s ban on Russian singer

The ECHR has upheld Lithuania’s barring of entry to Russian pop singer Philipp Kirkorov. Lithuania accuses the entertainer of being a “soft power” tool for Russia’s propaganda in former Soviet states. Judges

1 year ago

World

G7 foreign ministers meet on Capri amid Israel-Iran tensions

Foreign ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) economic powers are meeting on the Italian Mediterranean island of Capri. Tensions in the Middle East and aid to Ukraine amid a Russian invasion

1 year ago

World

German prosecutors drop probe over 2021 deadly flooding

An investigation into possible negligent homicide by the head of a district hit by deadly 2021 floods has been dropped. Altogether 135 people were killed in Ahrweiler during the catastrophe. The former

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

Poland’s Duda meets ‘friend’ Donald Trump in New York

Trump and Duda discussed a range of issues, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Ahead of the November US presidential election, Trump is taking time to forge ties with foreign leaders. Former US

1 year ago

Politics

Germany’s Habeck visits Ukraine on surprise trip

The German vice chancellor’s arrival in Kyiv comes as Ukraine struggles to defend itself against constant Russian aerial attacks. Habeck is expected to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the visit. German

1 year ago

World

German police arrest two suspected of spying for Russia

German police have arrested two men on suspicion of spying for Russia. The German-Russian nationals are accused of acting as agents for sabotage purposes. German prosecutors on Thursday said police in the

1 year ago

World

Bundesliga: TV rights auction suspended after DAZN complaint

The German Football League (DFL) has suspended its bidding process for the sale of the Bundesliga’s domestic broadcast rights following a complaint from a bidder of unfair treatment. It’s been an historic

1 year ago

Sport

Croatia: Ruling conservatives win elections without majority

Croatia’s ruling HDZ conservative party won the most seats but fell short of a parliamentary majority needed to rule without forming a coalition with other parties. Croatia’s ruling conservative Croatian Democratic Union

1 year ago

Politics

Georgia: Lawmakers pass ‘foreign agent’ law in first reading

Georgia’s parliament approved the first reading of a bill on “foreign agents” that has provoked large street protests. Critics say the law would damage Georgia’s long-sought prospects of joining the European Union.

1 year ago

Politics

EU summit updates: Leaders agree to expand sanctions on Iran

The 27 EU leaders agreed to widen the scope of sanctions on Iran, specifically targeting its drone and missile producers, at the end of day 1 of the summit. The EU will

1 year ago

Politics

Climate change to wreck global income by 2050, study shows

Researchers in Germany estimate that climate change will shrink global GDP at least 20% by 2050. Scientists said that figure would worsen if countries fail to meet emissions-cutting targets. A study by

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

EU summit updates: Leaders to discuss Middle East, Ukraine

The 27 EU leaders are set to discuss foreign policy at the start of their two-day summit in Brussels. Tensions in the Middle East and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine

1 year ago

Politics

Russia withdrawing from Nagorno-Karabakh, Kremlin says

Russian peacekeepers will withdraw from the Nagorno-Karabakh region, which Azerbaijan recaptured last year. Russian forces did not intervene in that conflict, which triggered the mass explusion of ethnic Armenians. Russian peacekeepers will

1 year ago

World

Germany busts people-smuggling ring for Chinese nationals

German police have arrested 10 people in an operation to combat people smuggling across eight states. The suspects are believed to have illegally procured clients residency permits in exchange for large sums

1 year ago

World

Solomon Islands election to decide China’s influence

The election will be the first since PM Manasseh Sogavare signed a security pact with China, which led to anti-government riots in the capital. Some opposition figures have urged the deal be

1 year ago

Politics

Croatia holds parliamentary polls amid PM-president rivalry

Croatia is holding polls marked by a bitter campaign between the present heads of state and government as candidates. The elections could determine whether the EU nation moves toward Moscow or remains

1 year ago

Politics

Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison amid heat wave

Myanmar’s junta says it has moved elderly prisoners, including former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, amid severe heat. It is not clear whether her move from prison is temporary. Myanmar’s jailed former

1 year ago

Politics

US, China defense leaders hold first talks in 18 months

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin held a video call with his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun as the two countries seek to restore dialogue amid rising regional tensions. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin

1 year ago

Politics

UN raises $600 million for Ethiopia, falls short of target

A UN-led event to secure donations to address Ethiopia’s humanitarian crisis fell short of its $1 billion target. The East African country has been hit by conflict and extreme weather in recent

1 year ago

World

Georgia: Riot police clear ‘foreign agents’ bill protesters

Riot police aimed to remove protests from outside the Soviet-era Parliament building in Tbilisi. Lawmakers have approved for further reading a draft bill of the Russian-styled “foreign agents” bill. Riot police started

1 year ago

World

Get drunk, not high at Oktoberfest, Bavaria says

Authorities in Germany’s Bavaria say they want to restrict the use of cannabis at festivals and beer gardens. Germany legalized recreational marijuana earlier this month, a move opposed by the Bavaria-based CSU.

1 year ago

Society

Brussels authorities order shutdown of right-wing gathering

Brussels authorities ordered the shutdown of the “national conservatism” conference to “ensure public security.” Keynote speaker Nigel Farage called the move “monstrous.” Brussels city authorities on Tuesday ordered the shutdown of a gathering of right-wing

1 year ago

Politics

‘Rust’ armorer handed 18 months prison over fatal shooting

The shooting on the set of the Western film killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Actor Alec Baldwin, who aimed the gun at Hutchins, faces involuntary manslaughter proceedings in July. A US court on

1 year ago

World

IMF cuts growth outlook for Germany

The International Monetary Fund has revised its growth outlook for the eurozone’s biggest economy by 0.3 percentage points. The German economy is predicted to be the slowest-growing of all G7 states this

1 year ago

Business

Olaf Scholz meets Xi Jinping in China

The German chancellor has met Chinese President Xi Jinping as a three-day visit to Berlin’s biggest trading partner draws to a close. Why is Scholz in China? German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is

1 year ago

World

Pakistan: Lightning, rain kill dozens

Millions of people were under extreme weather warnings in Pakistan. At least 50 people were killed by lightning and thunderstorms across the country in the last four days. Lightning and heavy rains

1 year ago

World

EU pledges €3.5 billion to protect world’s oceans

The European Union has pledged billion of dollars to embrace the idea of a “blue economy” to protect the world’s oceans from damage caused by human activity. The European Union has pledged €3.5

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

Greek journalists launch 24-hour strike over low wages

Greek radio and television carried no news and internet portals did not update their websites on Wednesday, as journalists staged a mass walkout to protest low salaries against the backdrop of higher

1 year ago

Society

Fire engulfs Copenhagen’s historic stock exchange building

Copenhagen’s historic old stock exchange building is in flames. Its iconic spire has collapsed onto the roof. A fire tore through Copenhagen’s 17th-century old Stock Exchange, one of Danish capital’s most iconic buildings, on Tuesday.

1 year ago

World

China: Economy outperforms first quarter forecasts

Strong performance in the manufacturing sector as well as new infrastructure projects helped China’s economy surpass expectations for the first three months of the year. China’s economy grew far more than expected in

1 year ago

Business

Georgia: Thousands protest Russian-style ‘foreign agent’ law

The ruling Georgian Dream party is once again trying to pass a bill that has been compared to Russia’s “foreign agent” law. Georgia’s president has vowed to veto the bill if it

1 year ago

Politics

Australia: 15-year-old arrested over Sydney church stabbing

Several people were injured, including a controversial bishop, after being stabbed in a church in western Sydney. Police are treating the incident as an act of terror. A 15-year-old male has been

1 year ago

World

Donald Trump’s hush money criminal trial opens in New York

The long process of selecting a jury in the first criminal trial of any ex-US president has begun. The trial could bog down Trump’s campaign for weeks as he seeks reelection to

1 year ago

World

World sees ‘severe’ coral bleaching event — US agency

The NOAA scientific agency says that the world is experiencing its second bleaching event in 10 years. A coral reef off the coast of Florida has been impacted, as has Australia’s Great

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

Australia: Several injured in west Sydney church stabbing

Several people suffered “non life-threatening injuries” after being stabbed in a church in western Sydney, police said. Officers have arrested a male suspect. A number of people were injured in a stabbing

1 year ago

World

Syrian ex-general faces Swedish court over war crime charges

Sweden has put on trial the highest-ranking Syrian military official to date to face a court in Europe. The prosecution accused the former brigadier general of “aiding and abetting” war crimes. A

1 year ago

World

Devastating floods ravage Kazakhstan and Russia

Tens of thousands of people were displaced following devastating floods after major rivers burst their banks in northern Kazakhstan and Russia. More than 125,000 people have been displaced by flooding in Russia’s southern

1 year ago

World

Indonesia: Landslides kill 18 on Sulawesi island

Rescuers in Indonesia are engaged in a search effort after deadly landslides hit villages on the island of Sulawesi. At least 18 people have died and two more were missing after landslides struck South Sulawesi

1 year ago

World

Sudan: EU ministers discuss aid on 1st anniversary of war

France is hosting an international conference to put the war in Sudan back in the spotlight, as millions face severe levels of hunger as a result of a violent power struggle that

1 year ago

World

Scholz welcomes Chinese cars but urges ‘fair’ competition

While visiting Shanghai, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has argued that the European market must be open to Chinese cars. However, he said that competition must be fair. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in

1 year ago

Politics

Iran’s attack on Israel: UN warns region ‘on the brink’

The UN Security Council has held an emergency meeting after Iran’s aerial attack on Israel. Israel called for sanctions and a firm response. Iran claimed its actions were “necessary” self-defense. The United

1 year ago

World

Afghanistan: Dozens killed as heavy rains trigger floods

More than 30 people have died as a result of flash floods across Afghanistan, including in the capital Kabul. Many of the victims were killed by their homes collapsing in on them.

1 year ago

World

Ukraine updates: Iran, Russia ‘spreading terror,’ Kyiv says

President Zelenskyy has said Iran used the same “tools of terror” against Israel as Russia uses in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military has said it’s strengthening brigades in the city of Chasiv

1 year ago

World

Somali pirates free Bangladesh cargo ship after ransom paid

All 23 crew members on board the ship were released, according to a shipping firm CEO. Somalia has seen an uptick in piracy in recent months amid other threats to maritime commerce

1 year ago

World

Lufthansa group suspends Mideast flights

Germany’s flagship carrier and affiliated airlines will be suspending flights to some Mideast destinations until Monday. The German airline group Lufthansa said on Sunday flights to Amman, Beirut, Erbil and Tel Aviv  would be suspended

1 year ago

Politics

Beijing condemns US-Japan-Philippines summit, summons envoys

China summoned Japanese and Philippines diplomats over remarks expressed during a summit of the leaders of the United States, Japan and Philippines. Beijing said it opposes countries “manipulating bloc politics.” China on

1 year ago

Politics

Russia sends military trainers, troops to Niger

Russian military personnel arrived in Niamey to train their soldiers and set up an air defense system. Russia has been trying to build stronger ties with several African nations currently ruled by

1 year ago

Politics

German food and energy prices fall, inflation sinks to 2.2%

Inflation in Germany has fallen to its lowest level since before Russia invaded Ukraine. Food prices fell for the first time in more than 9 years, figures show, with energy prices dropping

1 year ago

Business

Israel sanctions: Who has imposed curbs over Gaza war?

Calls for sanctions on Israel over its offensive in Gaza are growing louder. France has refused to rule out curbs, while Turkey has restricted exports of dozens of products to Israel until

1 year ago

World

Germany: 3 teens held over suspected Islamist attack plans

Three teenagers have been detained on suspicion of planning an attack motivated by Islamist extremism. The teenagers reportedly glorified the “Islamic State” and intended to attack Christian worshippers and police. Three teenagers who

1 year ago

World

Germany: Bundestag to vote on gender self-determination law

Germany’s lower house of parliament, the Bundestag, is to vote on Friday on a law — the Self-Determination Act— that would simplify the procedure of changing one’s gender identity and first name at government

1 year ago

Society

UN: No consensus on full membership for Palestine

Members of the United Nations Security Council failed to reach a consensus on a Palestinian bid for full UN membership. A UN Security Council committee has failed to agree on a common

1 year ago

Politics

Castaways rescued after writing ‘HELP’ in palm fronds

Three men in their 40s washed up on a desert island found an ingenious way to be noticed by rescue teams — they spelled out “HELP” in palm fronds. The US Navy

1 year ago

Earth & Climate

Mali: Junta bans media coverage of political parties

In addition to banning the activities of political parties, Mali’s ruling junta has also imposed a ban on media coverage of political life. Mali’s military junta continued to restrict political life in

1 year ago

Politics

Germany: State CDU, AfD leaders clash in Thuringia TV duel

Two leading candidates of the conservative CDU and the far-right AfD in the state of Thuringia, Mario Voigt and Björn Höcke, clashed over issues such as migration and Europe. A good five

1 year ago

Politics

Ukraine updates: Russia strikes infrastructure nationwide

А number of power stations were hit after Russia launched a fresh wave of attacks across Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ukrainian lawmakers passed a bill to overhaul military conscription. Russia launched a fresh wave of

1 year ago

Ukraine

US, Japan, Philippines to hold summit amid China threat

US President Joe Biden is to host a defense summit with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines. The meeting is expected to focus on countering growing Chinese assertiveness in the disputed

1 year ago

World

Pakistan: 17 pilgrims killed, dozens injured in bus crash

The bus carrying pilgrims to Eid al-Fitr celebrations fell into a ditch in southwest Pakistan. Deadly accidents are not uncommon in the country, due to poor driver training, lax safety measures and

1 year ago

World