Latest news bulletin | January 20th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 20th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
An Oscar-winning lens on Ukraine’s battle for the strategic village of Andriivka
Oscar-winning filmmaker Mstyslav Chernov, known for his documentary 20 Days in Mariupol, again presents the brutal face of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in his latest film, 2,000 Metres to…
Jack of all trades? Around a quarter of Europeans consider job sector hopping
Talent experts say traditional careers are over. How much is job volatility forcing people to explore multiple paths rather than sticking to a single field? Read More
Northern lights shine in the night sky over Germany
The northern lights illuminated Germany in pink and green hues, visible from Hamburg to Munich, due to a strong geomagnetic solar storm. Read more at Read More
UNRWA says facing ‘unprecedented attack’ as Israel demolishes building at east Jerusalem HQ
Israel has repeatedly accused UNRWA of providing cover for Hamas militants, claiming that some of its employees took part in the group’s 7 October 2023 attack on Israel. Read more…
The carbon cost of your burger: How much would a meat tax cost the average EU household?
Scientists have put forward the “first step” in tackling meat-related emissions without sending food prices skyrocketing.Read More
Trump doubles down on Greenland annexation as Europe struggles to coordinate a response
European leaders are closing ranks in response to Donald Trump’s threat of additional tariffs to force the acquisition of Greenland. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe would hit back “if…
Trump says UK’s Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius is an act of ‘great stupidity’
The US president said the UK’s decision to cede the Chagos Islands to Mauritius is among the reasons he wants to take control of Greenland. Read more at Read More
Activists project satirical Trump image in Davos
In Davos, activists projected a satirical image of US President Donald Trump onto a ski slope. Read more at Read More
Giant ice blocks transform Elbe river in northern Germany
Giant blocks of ice give the Elbe river an almost Arctic appearance 50 kilometres upstream from Hamburg in northern Germany. Read more at Read More