2025-03-27

Europe News

Who should pay for urban wastewater treatment?

The pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries have gone to the EU's court to challenge a directive that requires them to finance at least 80% of urban wastewater treatment.

27/03/2025

Myanmar

Myanmar junta chief commits to elections by end of year

The 2021 military coup which ousted democratically-elected State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi has been met with widespread opposition, sparking widespread protests and triggering an armed resistance which has plunged much of the country into conflict.

27/03/2025

Europe News

Is it time to bring back conscription in Germany?

Calls to reinstate compulsory military service are growing louder in Berlin's political circles. But is drafting thousands of 18-year-olds the answer to Germany's defence challenges?

27/03/2025

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Watch Moscow’s squirrels live with AI-powered feeders

Viktor Bokrenev and Olga Gorlova use AI and cameras in Moscow parks to monitor and study squirrels, aiming to enhance urban wildlife conservation.

27/03/2025

Europe News

French prosecutors seek seven-year sentence for Nicolas Sarkozy

The allegations can be traced back to 2011, when a Libyan news agency and Gaddafi himself said that the Libyan state had secretly funnelled millions of euros into Sarkozy's 2007 campaign.

27/03/2025

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Air raid sirens sound in Jerusalem amid Houthi missile attack

Air raid sirens echoed sounded Jerusalem and central Israel on Thursday as the Israeli military intercepted two missiles fired from Yemen. The projectiles were destroyed before entering Israeli airspace, with no reported casualties, according to Israel's emergency response service.

27/03/2025

Football Now

Women’s European Championships: Three Months To Go

In partnership with Media City

The 2025 Women’s European Championships returns this summer, with 16 nations competing for continental glory in the most anticipated edition of the tournament yet.

27/03/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 27th – Evening

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

27/03/2025

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Ukraine calls for European military support as diplomacy grows

European leaders convened in Paris on Thursday to explore military and diplomatic strategies for bolstering Kyiv’s position in ceasefire talks with Russia amid escalating negotiations.

27/03/2025

Europe News

MEPs who signed Huawei-linked 5G letter deny payments

Five MEPs who signed a letter on 5G reported to be at the centre of a corruption probe have told Euronews they received no payments from Chinese tech firm Huawei.

27/03/2025

Business

Trump considers cutting China tariffs in exchange for TikTok sale

US President Donald Trump has revealed that he could potentially reduce tariffs on China in exchange for the latter’s help in finalising the sale of social media application TikTok, currently owned by ByteDance.

27/03/2025

Health news

Scientists find drug that makes human blood poisonous to mosquitos

"One way to stop the spread of diseases transmitted by insects is to make the blood of animals and humans toxic," according to researchers.

27/03/2025

Health news

More workers struggling with stress, anxiety, and burnout – study

Mental health challenges are increasing among the working population, who are experiencing high levels of stress, taking more sick leave, and seeking greater support from their employers, according to a new report.

27/03/2025

Europe News

Cyprus to adopt FBI recommendations on tackling sanctions evasion

A US team that spent nine months on Cyprus has produced a detailed report outlining specific recommendations and proposals including additional staff training, upgrading high-tech systems and amending existing legislation.

27/03/2025

Art

Pamela Anderson’s red swimsuit steals the spotlight in new London show

A new exhibition at London’s Design Museum is celebrating a century of swimwear in all its forms.

27/03/2025

Travel News

Cyprus to fund desalination plants for hotels amid water shortages

The government will provide €3 million of funding over the next two years to help hotels build their own desalination plants.

27/03/2025

Cinema

Comeback kid: Can Will Smith rehabilitate his image after the slap?

Stars Will Smith and Jonathan Majors are both back in public touring new material just a few years after both were embroiled in assaults. Will they be able to reclaim their friendly public images?

27/03/2025

The Europe Conversation

Dictators only understand language of 'power or strength', says Tsikhanouskaya

Belarus could be used as a launchpad for attacks on Ukraine and Western neighbours, Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya warned on The Europe Conversation.

27/03/2025

Europe News

How can the EU guarantee access to affordable housing?

The European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen, has called for more investment and 'less red tape.'

27/03/2025

Europe News

EU Commission preparing 'well calibrated' retaliation to US tariffs

As the US rolls out new tariffs, the European Commission is preparing its response. The latest measures will factor in the car tariffs announced on Wednesday night, along with the reciprocal tariffs expected next week, as trade tensions between Brussels and Washington escalate.

27/03/2025

Europe News

German and Austrian ministers cancel Syria trip due to terror warning

The two ministers had planned to speak with the interior and foreign ministers of Syria’s interim government and with representatives of UN agencies.

27/03/2025

Cinema

First trailer released for 'Rust', the production beset by tragedy

Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot on set of 'Rust' in 2021. Its first trailer has finally been released.

27/03/2025

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Legoland Windsor unveils stunning Miniland London makeover

Legoland Windsor revamped Miniland London with seven new Lego models built from two million bricks, including a 5.4m Cheesegrater.

27/03/2025

Europe News

Europe prepares for attacks on power grid while battling soaring costs

The EU has identified building up its power grid as an essential, and somewhat neglected, element in its efforts to move away from fossil fuels and cut energy bills – but it is also waking up to the need to prepare for attacks by hostile powers.

27/03/2025

Business

British Steel closes plant after failing to get UK government help

More than 2,000 jobs are at risk as Britain's second-biggest steelmaker failed to get an agreement with the UK government to support further operations.

27/03/2025

Green News

Vietnam’s fish sauce making tradition threatened by climate change

Fish sauce from the village has been recognised by Vietnam as an indelible part of the country's heritage.

27/03/2025

Economy

US growth upgraded to 2.4%, Commerce Department says

The expansion in the last three months of 2024 was supported by a surge in consumer spending and is an improvement on previous estimates.

27/03/2025

El Salvador

Top US official tours El Salvador prison holding deported Venezuelans

In a video filmed at the jail, Kristi Noem warned immigrants that they could face the same fate as the 238 Venezuelans controversially deported by the Trump administration on 15 March.

27/03/2025

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Families honour victims on anniversary of Key Bridge collapse

On the eve of the Key Bridge collapse anniversary, officials and victims' families honoured the six lost workers by casting wreaths into the water in remembrance.

27/03/2025

Tech News

Irish regulator says EU needs common approach to digital platforms

The Coimisiún na Meán warned about variety of different concepts steering DSA implementation.

27/03/2025