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German police launch raids against Syrian trafficking ring9 hours ago
Israeli army jails soldiers for vandalising Jesus statue in Lebanon9 hours ago
Six on trial in Istanbul over poisoning deaths of whole family9 hours ago
Sheinbaum urges better security at Mexico tourist sites after shooting10 hours ago
Humpback whale Timmy remains stranded in shallow waters in northern Germany11 hours ago
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Latest news bulletin | April 21st, 2026 – Evening11 hours ago
Qatar backs ceasefire as uncertainty surrounds Islamabad peace talks12 hours ago
Gaza reconstruction to cost over $71 billion, EU-UN report says13 hours ago
Russia and North Korea connect road bridge ahead of summer opening15 hours ago
Russia faked economic data to mask damage from its war, report says15 hours ago
Dozens of Turkish coal miners detained after march for unpaid wages16 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 21st, 2026 – Midday16 hours ago
Iran hangs man accused of ties to Israel and arson during protests17 hours ago
Trump wants to extend Iran ceasefire, until negotiations conclude4 hours ago
Timelapse footage shows maritime traffic around Gulf, Straight of Hormuz19 hours ago
Marijuana smokers celebrate 420 in New York19 hours ago
Mexico City: Video shows armed man shooting at tourists at Teotihuacán pyramids20 hours ago
US Labour Secretary Chavez-DeRemer quits amid misconduct probe20 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 21st, 2026 – Morning22 hours ago
Stranded cruise ships on way to Europe after passing Strait of Hormuz1 day ago
Whale stranded on German coast swims off and gets stuck again1 day ago
'Miracle tree' removes 98% of microplastics from drinking water12 hours ago
Trump refuses to lift Hormuz blockade until Iran deal agreed20 hours ago
Gunman opens fire on tourists at Teotihuacan pyramids, killing one33 minutes ago
Pope Leo XIV holds a giant open air Mass in Angola1 day ago
Migrants rush to apply under Spain's new mass legalisation programme11 hours ago
FBI director files $250-million defamation suit against US magazine - According to The Atlantic, Patel's job as head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation is in jeopardy in part because of what it said were "bouts of excessive drinking" and "unexplained absences". 20/04/202610 hours ago
'If Druzhba is operational, Zelenskyy should open it,' Magyar says - "He should not go down that street," incoming Hungarian PM Péter Magyar said when asked about new potential Ukrainian demands to reopen the Druzhba pipeline. Brussels ready for Hungary to lift veto if oil flows resume. 20/04/202610 hours ago
Turkey arrests 90 people with suspected links to Islamic State - Authorities have not officially connected the arrests to a shootout outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on 7 April in which two police officers were wounded. 20/04/202611 hours ago
How German troops are building and field-testing their own drones - During the "Grand Quadriga 2026" exercise, the German army has been demonstrating the transformation of modern warfare, where drones, data and speed are increasingly decisive. 20/04/202611 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 20th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 20/04/202633 minutes ago
Netanyahu condemns IDF soldier for vandalising Jesus statue in Lebanon - Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has condemned the desecration of a statue of Jesus Christ that was carried out by an IDF soldier in a southern Lebanese village. 20/04/202612 hours ago
Rescuers evacuate hundreds after snowstorm hits Russia's Far East - Dozens of vehicles were rescued from deep snowdrifts in Zabaikalsky Krai, where over 250 people were taken to shelters after a rare April snowstorm. 20/04/20269 hours ago
Skydiver crashes into scoreboard during Virginia Tech Spring Game - A skydiver crashed into the scoreboard at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Virginia, leaving him suspended mid-air. First responders rescued him within 30 minutes as the crowd watched. The incident delayed the spring football game, and the skydiver was reported to be in stable condition. 20/04/202611 hours ago
Turkey rallies global middle powers in Antalya amid Hormuz crisis - At the Antalya summit, Erdoğan brought together leaders of 150 countries to tackle crises, promote alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz, and showcase the growing diplomatic clout of middle powers. 20/04/202617 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | April 20th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 20/04/202612 hours ago
Japan issues tsunami warning after powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake - Authorities have urged residents of the affected areas to seek higher ground, heed safety instructions and exercise caution. 20/04/202614 hours ago
WWII bomb destroyed in controlled explosion in Paris - Video provided by French police shows the controlled detonation of a large bomb dating from the Second World War in Colombes. After attempts to remove the bomb's detonator failed at midday, authorities buried it and later destroyed it in a controlled detonation. 20/04/202615 hours ago
Community holds vigil after Louisiana mass shooting - Residents gather near the scene of a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana hugging and consoling one another after a father shot dead eight children in a domestic rampage. 20/04/202617 hours ago
Moment US navy fires on and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship - US military footage shows a destroyer firing warning shots before boarding and seizing an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after it tried to evade a naval blockade, amid heightened tensions near the Strait of Hormuz. 20/04/202618 hours ago
Obama and Mamdani sing with kids during first meeting in New York - Barack Obama joined New York mayor Zohran Mamdani at a child care centre, reading to preschoolers and backing his affordability agenda for families. 20/04/202619 hours ago
Louisiana gunman kills eight children in suspected domestic shooting - A man in Louisiana fatally shot eight children, including seven of his own, in an attack on his family on Sunday morning in Louisiana. 20/04/202619 hours ago
Major fire in Malaysia destroys hundreds of homes, displaces thousands - A massive fire in Sandakan, Malaysia, destroyed about 1,000 stilt homes and displaced more than 9,000 people, with survivors now sheltering in temporary camps. 20/04/202619 hours ago
Kites fill the sky as Berck-sur-Mer launches 39th international festival - The 39th International Kite Festival in Berck-sur-Mer fills the sky with giant creations and hosts the World Kite Cup, drawing huge international crowds. 20/04/202620 hours ago
Oil prices climb as US-Iran stand-off keeps Strait of Hormuz in limbo - Oil prices climbed more than 5% while European markets fell on Monday morning as a stand-off between Iran and the US prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz. 20/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 20th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 20/04/202621 hours ago
US military strike on alleged drug boat kills at least three people - US strikes on drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean have so far killed a minimum of 181 people. Critics have slammed the Trump administration over the strikes, saying they constitute a violation of international law. 20/04/202622 hours ago
Carney says Canada must cut reliance on US as tariffs hit economy - The Canadian leader stressed that his country cannot hinge its future on hope that the US will return to the partner it formerly was to his country and that active steps must be taken to protect Ottawa from the disruptions caused by the Trump administration. 20/04/202623 hours ago
Iran pulls out of Islamabad peace talks after US seizes cargo ship - Tehran's decision comes after the US Navy halted an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, in what was the first interception since Washington instated its naval blockade of Iranian ports. 20/04/202618 hours ago
Two police officers suspended after fleeing Kyiv shooting scene - An inquiry was opened after a video showed officers fleeing in panic from Saturday's shooting, which left six dead and many injured. The patrol police chief has resigned. 19/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/04/20261 day ago
Strait of Hormuz standoff reignites as IRGC defies Iran's diplomats - The Strait of Hormuz has been blocked again by Iran, as the IRGC's hardline stance appears to prevail in Tehran. US Vice President JD Vance will lead the US delegation for talks in Pakistan on Monday, after President Trump said he would not attend. 19/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/04/20261 day ago
Argentina: Buenos Aires mixes faith and techno in tribute to Pope Francis - Argentina marked one year since Pope Francis's death on Friday 18 April 2026 with a large open air tribute in Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires. A DJ priest led the tribute, mixing electronic music with messages of peace. The gathering drew large crowds. 19/04/20261 day ago
China hosts humanoid robots in Beijing half marathon - China has tested humanoid robots in a real race setting in Beijing. The event highlights advances in endurance, balance and AI behaviour. Engineers see it as a step towards wider use. 19/04/20261 day ago
Trump signs order to fast-track research on psychedelic drugs - Trump signed an executive order Saturday to ease research restrictions on psychedelic drugs like psilocybin and LSD, aiming to accelerate studies into their potential for treating mental health conditions. 19/04/20261 day ago
North Korea conducts multiple ballistic missile tests - North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea on Sunday, the latest in a series of recent weapons tests that analysts say signal Pyongyang's rejection of South Korea's attempts to ease tensions. 19/04/20261 day ago
Iran says deal still 'far off' as Hormuz Strait remains shut - Amid stalled US-Iran negotiations, Iranian officials warning the crucial shipping lane will remain shut until the US lifts its blockade of Iranian ports. 19/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/04/20261 day ago
Pope Leo XIV says it is 'not in my interest at all' to debate Trump - After visiting Cameroon, Angola is the third leg of Pope Leo XIV's 11-day tour of Africa. People hope for appeals for peace and for him to tackle the economic woes of the oil- and rare-earth-rich nation. 18/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/04/20261 day ago
Rome reconnects with its historic Colosseum olive oil production - There are about 2,200 farms within the city limits of Italy's capital alone, making it the largest agricultural municipality in Europe. 18/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/04/20261 day ago
UK PM faces calls to step down after appointing Epstein associate - Opposition leaders demanded Starmer's resignation on Thursday after it emerged that US envoy Peter Mandelson was appointed despite having failed his security check. 18/04/20261 day ago
Israel accuses Hezbollah militants of violating ceasefire - A French UN peace worker has been killed in southern Lebanon as Israel accuses Hezbollah militants of breaching the 10-day ceasefire with Hezbollah. 18/04/20261 day ago
Iran fires on tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz, UK military says - The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre says two gunboats from Iran's Revolutionary Guard opened fire on a tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz after Iran said it had reimposed restrictions on the vital waterway. 18/04/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/04/20261 day ago
First cruise ship transits the Strait of Hormuz since Iran war began - Iran and the US said the strategic waterway, which has been effectively closed since the beginning of the war, will be fully open to commercial traffic for the remainder of the ceasefire - 17/04/20261 day ago
White House vs the pope: What is behind the Catholic just war doctrine - Theologians Euronews spoke to believe that the escalating war of words between Washington and the Holy See has raised important questions over Catholic and Christian moral thought. 17/04/20261 day ago