USA Gunman who killed four in New York targeted NFL headquarters Investigators believe Shane Tamura was trying to get up to the NFL offices after shooting several people in the lobby of the building at 345 Park Avenue but entered the wrong lift. 29/07/2025
Europe News Backlash in Germany as Nürnberg Zoo kills 12 healthy baboons The zoo's population of Guinea baboons had grown to 43 and was too big for a house opened in 2009 for 25 animals plus their young, leading to more conflicts among the animals. 29/07/2025
Greece Pro-Palestine group protests arrival of Israeli cruise ship on Crete Riot police kept the crowd away from the pier where the cruise ship was docked, while scuffles broke out between demonstrators and police. 29/07/2025
Business Automotive giant Stellantis faces €1.5 billion hit from US tariffs Stellantis is bracing for €1.5 billion in losses due to US tariffs this year, placed both on cars and car parts. 29/07/2025
Europe News Starmer says UK will recognise Palestinian state if no Gaza ceasefire The situation in Gaza has drawn a wave of international criticism over Israel's conduct in the 21-month war, especially as images of emaciated Palestinian children in the territory emerged and hunger deaths began to circulate widely. 29/07/2025
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 29th, 2025 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 29th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 29/07/2025
Greenland Greenland starts football's shortest season after international blow The Arctic island's ambitions of playing competitive international football remain a pipe dream after its pathway to FIFA membership was blocked. 29/07/2025
Economy China announces fertility subsidy programm as births hit historic lows After decades of curbing births, China is urgently trying to reverse a population slump that puts its economic and political future at risk. 29/07/2025
Europe News German politicians furious at von der Leyen over new EU-US trade deal German businesses and politicians are shocked by the customs deal that EU executive chief Ursula von der Leyen negotiated with the US president, seen as potentially damaging to Germany's economy. 29/07/2025
Europe News Man arrested after two killed in central London stabbing Police did not reveal any details about the business where the crime occurred or a possible motive. None of the victims or the suspect was named. 29/07/2025
EU Decoded The battle over the EU's €2 trillion budget has begun The European Commission has proposed a €2 trillion long-term budget which would controversially merge agricultural and cohesion funds. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen defended the move as effective, but critics have warned it could undermine rural and regional development. 29/07/2025
Economy US and China push through high-stakes tariff talks in Sweden Representatives of the world’s two largest economies meet in Sweden as the expiration date for a 90‑day pause on tariffs draws near. 29/07/2025
Lifestyle Explained: Why is Sydney Sweeney’s fashion ad being called ‘Nazi’? American fashion retailer American Eagle and Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney have been the subject of fierce criticism for a jeans advert which was aimed at raising awareness about domestic abuse. Instead, the campaign has sparked backlash over racial undertones. Here’s everything you need to know. 29/07/2025
Markets Novo Nordisk shares plummet over 20% on weight-loss drug sale slump The firm also named Maziar Mike Doustdar as its new CEO on Tuesday, after a gloomy financial forecast spooked investors. 29/07/2025
Europe News More than 1,000 firefighters battle three major blazes in Portugal Blazes broke out in Arouca, Ponte da Barca and Penamacor after weeks of sweltering heat prompted authorities to place parts of the country on yellow alert for heat risk. 29/07/2025
Angola Four killed and hundreds arrested in Angola fuel hike protests Angola is one of Africa’s largest oil producers but the country doesn’t have enough refineries to meet domestic demand, so imports diesel and gasoline at high prices. 29/07/2025
Europe in Motion Which are the most studied languages in EU schools? Spanish takes second place among pupils in general education, while German wins the silver medal in vocational schools. 29/07/2025
Europe News German military helicopter crashes into river in Saxony An investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing but emergency crews say accessing the wreck of the helicopter is difficult. 29/07/2025
Travel News Lavender fields draw unmanageable tourist numbers to Spanish village Brihuega’s lavender fields attracted more than 100,000 visitors in July alone. 29/07/2025
Thailand Thailand accuses Cambodia of violating ceasefire after just hours The truce, which was signed in Malaysia, was supposed to come into force at midnight, bringing an end to cross-border clashes that have killed at least 41 people and displaced thousands. 29/07/2025
Markets Investors pivot to UK stocks as US faces continued instability UK stocks boost performance as foreign investors shift away from US assets, citing 'higher-risk' concerns. 29/07/2025
Europe News EU and US spin conflicting versions of trade deal The European Commission and the White House are making contradictory claims about the content and scope of the EU-US trade deal. 29/07/2025
Ocean How Atlantic islands are proving tourism can help the ocean In partnership with the European Commission From underwater archaeology to whale-watching tours led by actual scientists, Europe’s Atlantic islands demonstrate how tourism can protect rather than destroy natural and cultural heritage of the ocean. 29/07/2025
Energy Frontiers Can Europe’s energy grid survive war, weather and cyber attacks? In partnership with Azpromo Eurelectric’s Kristian Ruby explains why Europe must modernise its energy networks to withstand extreme weather, rising cyber attacks and geopolitical threats in an increasingly electrified future. 29/07/2025
Ocean Can coastal tourism go green — and still thrive? In partnership with the European Commission In the Atlantic’s remote islands, a new EU project is helping reinvent marine tourism. Researcher Dr. Yen Lam González explains how electric boats, hydrophones, and star-guided sailing are paving the way for a greener future of the EU blue economy’s biggest sector. 29/07/2025
Culture news German courts convicts trio for stealing ancient Celtic gold coins A German court has convicted three men of stealing hundreds of coins from a Celtic and Roman museum that are considered to be part of the biggest trove of Celtic gold found in the 20th century. 29/07/2025
Tech News Here’s how Meta’s new AI wristband works The bracelet is designed to capture the intention behind muscle movement, even if the user’s hand isn’t touching a screen or surface. 29/07/2025
Europe News Poland says Russia's secret service hired Colombian for arson attacks The Internal Security Agency says the 27-year-old Colombian national was acting on behalf of Russian intelligence when he carried out two arson attacks in Poland last year. He faces up to 10 years in prison. 29/07/2025
Healthcare Doctors vs AI: Who wins in the battle of medical diagnosis? While the AI system was faster and about as accurate, doctors offered more empathetic and personalised reports in a diagnostic competition in Shanghai. 29/07/2025
No Comment Ukraine marks Olenivka prison blast anniversary in Kyiv Soldiers and civilians gathered in Kyiv’s Independence Square on Monday to mark three years since the deadly explosion at Olenivka prison that killed 53 Ukrainian prisoners of war. 29/07/2025