US President Donald Trump says Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro has been captured after US conducted a ‘large scale strike’ on the country. Follow the latest updates: https://l.euronews.com/p7Et

South Korea officials have confirmed that the controversial bear bile farming industry will come to an end as part of an animal welfare drive.

From packed clubs in Spain to newly built venues across Europe and beyond, padel is rapidly growing into a global phenomenon.

Authorities said the body of a three-year-old boy was recovered from the rubble of a destroyed apartment building after the attack.

Bringing the satellites down will reduce the risk of collisions between satellites, the company said.

Videos showed explosions in Venezuela's capital Caracas and the coastal city of Higuerote in the early hours of Saturday. https://l.euronews.com/mzxn

Antibiotic use varies greatly across Europe, and in some countries it is even increasing. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/1fc4

As overtourism and extreme heat take over several of Europe’s most popular southern destinations, more destination dupes are emerging for hotspots like Barcelona and Venice. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/gDPy

Several explosions were heard in Venezuela's capital Caracas in the early hours of Saturday. The southern area of ‌the ‌city, ⁠near a major military ‌base, was reportedly without electricity.

The researchers say the technology could eventually support more personalised care, allowing treatments to be better matched to how an individual’s heart is functioning.

The quake interrupted President Claudia Sheinbaum's first press briefing of the new year as seismic alarms sounded. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/PhJv

Joshua will initially stay in Nigeria as he recuperates from injuries sustained after the crash, his promoter said on Thursday.

Meanwhile, Russia's battlefield gains in Ukraine last year were the highest since 2022, an analysis by the AFP news agency showed.

From red-carpet welcomes and coups to trade wars and new faces of global politics, Euronews takes a look at the main events that shaped a turbulent year.

Budanov's appointment to lead the office of the president marks an unusual shift, placing a serving intelligence chief at the centre of Ukraine's political and diplomatic coordination. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/h6NS

Chinese President Xi Jinping said 2025 was the year of breakthroughs for Chinese artificial intelligence and semiconductor chip companies. What did they accomplish and what can we expect in 2026?

The difficulty known as “time blindness” is a well-documented feature of ADHD, but experts say it's not an automatic excuse and not everyone who turns up late has ADHD.

The levies aim to boost funds for protecting Hawaii's nature and environment. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/mzxu

Tesla’s early dominance of the electric car market is being challenged as China’s BYD posts record sales and wins over European consumers with lower prices. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/GAAW

Russia carried out a massive drone attack on Zaporizhzhia overnight on Friday, hitting dozens of buildings but causing no casualties. Ukraine intercepted most of the drones.

Wind power has surged across Europe, sparking concern that billions are being wasted due to "insufficient" grid investment. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/sd6O

The move comes after the US government suspended leases on all large US offshore wind projects in December.

Trump in 2026: leader of the free world or lame duck president?

A military robotics plant in rural Spain has become a key player in the European defence industry, exporting technology to more than 20 countries and transforming the economy and employment in a small Aragonese town.

Throughout history, our cities’ skylines have told the story of human ambition. From ancient pyramids to modern skyscrapers, these landmarks reflect one journey: humanity’s climb upwards.

The Greek tennis player and former world number three opened his heart at a press conference ahead of the start of the United Cup in Perth, Australia

Victoria Kafka Jones was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency services were called to the Fairmont Hotel in the early hours of the morning.

US President Donald Trump warned that Washington is "locked and loaded" if Iran kills demonstrators, following deadly clashes amid hyperinflation-triggered unrest.

The Chinese Communist Party has officially turned the island province of Hainan into a free trade port, one of the government's most ambitious economic experiments to date.

Investigators continue to identify victims of a deadly fire in Crans-Montana's Le Constellation bar, which killed at least 40 and injured 115 during a New Year's celebration. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/nNFv

Ready to test your brain cells in 2026? How many of last year's biggest pop culture moments and scandals do you remember?

The Arwa Amba in northern Ethiopia has been widely hailed for its radical commitment to equality, peace and pacifism. Now, fighting has erupted on its doorstep, and the community is struggling to stay unaffected. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/BsXH

Despite being the size of a Post-It note, these tiny fiddler crabs can ingest and break down microplastic particles, researchers say.

These upcoming European vintage train journeys will offer passengers stunning landscapes and exclusive experiences without compromising on style or luxury.

Zelenskyy announces Coalition of the Willing meeting on 6 January

Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro says Caracas is ready to engage in constructive dialogue with Washington to combat drug trafficking amid continued pressure and military strikes from the Trump administration. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/l1K7

Zohran Mamdani vows to 'reinvent' New York in first speech as mayor

Crans-Montana: Mourners pay tribute after deadly fire at Swiss ski resort People gathered at a makeshift memorial in Crans-Montana to remember victims of a deadly bar fire during New Year celebrations.

At least 40 people were killed and around 115 were injured when fire swept through a crowded Crans-Montana bar during New Year celebrations.

The latest attacks bring the total number of known boat strikes to 35 and the number of people killed to at least 115 since early September, according to official figures.

China has wrapped up two days of live-fire drills around the island featuring rocket launches, aircraft and warships. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/QO5H

A vehicle carrying the former heavyweight champion and two of his associates crashed into a stationary truck on Monday on a major thoroughfare, the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, which links Ogun state to Lagos. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/kQhe

Countries in the Baltic Sea region have been on high alert following a string of incidents which saw undersea power cables, telecoms links and gas pipelines damaged.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian says there is not much he can do as the currency has rapidly depreciated, with $1 now trading at around 1.4 million rials.

Planned tariff hikes on imported furniture are pushed back a year, while punishing tariffs on Italian pasta are scaled down after months of negotiations.

Meanwhile, similar incidents of the police being targeted by fireworks were reported in Belgium and two youngsters died in an accident involving home-made explosives in Germany. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/KuqK

Bulgaria has become the 21st country to adopt the euro, replacing the lev after nearly 20 years in the EU. While many hope it will boost the economy, concerns about inflation and political instability persist. ➡️ https://l.euronews.com/rYg4

The interior ministry said it had information that the Jihadist group planned "suicide operations and attacks ... by targeting churches and civilian gathering spots," prompting security to be tightened.

With the bolívar down sharply and access to official dollar rates limited, most Venezuelans now turn to crypto-based markets for foreign currency amid sanctions and persistent inflation.

Israel will enforce a ban on 37 international NGOs in the Gaza Strip, citing failure to meet security and transparency standards.