China welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump to Beijing on Thursday for a closely watched summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as the two powers sought to stabilise relations strained by trade disputes, tensions over Taiwan and the ongoing conflict involving Iran.
Tension in the Strait of Hormuz is making jet fuel more expensive and has put air travel in a bind. Now a new debate has arisen: how you can travel to Spain without a plane. We analyse and note all the options available.
Latvia found itself at the centre of a national security storm last week. A series of drones crossed into its airspace, sparking not only a fire on the ground but also a political crisis that toppled the defence minister and exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Baltic state’s
Millions of European passengers travelling across borders have no guarantee that a delayed train, a missed connection, or a disputed ticket will be resolved simply, fairly, or at all. Liberals and Democrats welcome the European Commission's upcoming initiative for an integrated
Western Balkan governments and Germany have committed to a work plan for those classed as “vulnerable” groups, such as Roma. They formally named Roma as a target group for active labour market measures. The Roma Foundation for Europe, whose close collaboration with the
All eyes are on Beijing, where Donald Trump has arrived alongside CEOs from some of the world’s biggest tech companies. On his first visit since 2017, the US president is meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping, with Brussels following nervously and fearing the worst.
Experts warn that the EU’s next long-term budget needs “fundamental rethinking” and offers little real new spending power as Europe faces growing demands on defence, climate, and Ukraine.
Europe has set clear ambitions on plastic pollution. The EU’s Zero Pollution Action Plan aims by 2030 to cut plastic litter at sea by 50% and microplastics released into the environment by 30%. Its wider plastics agenda is also meant to support innovation, competitiveness and
At one of Europe’s most imposing industrial relics, urban artists are transforming rust, dust and decay into a giant open-air gallery. The Urban Art Biennale has returned to Germany’s Völklingen Ironworks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tourists can also get a 25% discount on camping and overnight stays operated by Parks Canada between June and September.
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New People, created by the Kremlin as a controlled outlet for dissent, has doubled its support to 13.4% as internet shutdowns fuel frustration with the Russian state.
A new international study suggests children may respond more positively to flavours they were exposed to during pregnancy, which could help parents trying to encourage healthy eating.
A handful of US tech titans are joining President Donald Trump in Beijing for the summit with Xi Jinping. Here’s a look at the ties that each tech company has in China.
Household gas prices rose across EU capitals between early February and early April, reflecting the impact of Middle East tensions. However, electricity prices fell on average, highlighting diverging trends in Europe’s energy markets.
The High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas Power change in Hungary helped the EU to reach such a decision. They also agreed new sanctions on leading Hamas figure. ”The European Union has chosen, arbitrarily and politically, to impose sanctions against
The drone and missile attack comes hours after a rare daytime attack on the Ukrainian capital, which had killed at least six people.
Climate scientists are calling on FIFA and fans “to realise that there is no aspect of society not affected by climate change”.
Few breakthroughs are expected on contentious issues such as the Iran conflict, trade and Taiwan, but the meeting between Trump and Xi primarily aims to stabilise relations between Washington and Beijing.
Hundreds of thousands of Catholic pilgrims gathered at Portugal’s Fatima shrine for the annual Mass of the Blessing of the Candles honouring the Virgin Mary.
The US president said he will be talking to his Chinese counterpart about trade “more than anything else.”
Britain’s Catherine, Princess of Wales visited the Italian city of Reggio Emilia during her first official overseas trip since announcing her cancer remission.
In this edition of our weekly debate show The Ring, Damian Boeselager (Volt/Greens) and Helmut Brandstätter (Renew) discuss whether Europe can lead in a changing world order.
Hungary's new PM Péter Magyar outlined how his government plans to spend EU funds, but said he will not phase out the controversial windfall taxes that Brussels has made a condition of their release.
Al-Shaibani calls for a return to the 1974 security agreement between Israel and Syria and demands the withdrawal from territories seized. Remarks coincide with high-level political dialogue between Damascus and Brussels.
The European Commission looks for options to disburse Hungarian cash, including through the country's investment bank, as it seeks to accelerate talks. A team of senior officials will be dispatched to Budapest next week.
Brazil’s ambassador to the EU Pedro Miguel da Costa e Silva told Euronews he had asked the EU Commission to put Brazil back on the list of countries complying with EU antimicrobial rules. The move comes as the Mercosur deal liberalising agricultural trade came into force on 1
Relations between the neighbours have been strained over historic grievances and Turkey’s close alliance with Azerbaijan.
The highly anticipated summit between US President Trump and his Chinese host Xi Jinping has begun - and Europe is watching from a distance. Yet, whatever the outcome is, there is little Brussels can be optimistic about.
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Misinformation about hantavirus has run rampant on social media, with online users reviving viral COVID-19 theories to spread fake news about the outbreak.
Yamal waved a Palestinian flag during Barcelona’s La Liga title celebrations, reviving a debate over whether politics and sport should be mixed with just a month to go before the World Cup begins amid geopolitical tensions.
The European Commission's recommendation falls short of the EU-wide ban on conversion practices that advocates had demanded in a citizens' initiative that gathered more than one million signatures across the bloc.
Energy ministers recognised the strategic importance of energy storage for the bloc's energy transition. Currently, the EU is producing significant amounts of clean power that are wasted due to a lack of storage infrastructure.
Low-cost airline accuses airport operator Fraport of keeping for itself the tax cut decided by the Greek government and calls on Greece to 'break Fraport's monopoly'.
Iran is likely preparing for renewed conflict with the US and Israel, Washington-based ISW think tank assessed, citing military drills and asset repositioning after reports emerged that Tehran remained in possession of significant missile stockpiles.
EU countries tighten cross-border health coordination after hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship infected multiple European passengers, as experts reassure the public that the virus is not the same as COVID-19.
Europe is expected to source almost two-thirds of its liquefied natural gas imports from the US in 2026, according to a new report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).
A 9th-century manuscript held in Rome has revealed the earliest known Old English poem, Caedmon’s Hymn, hidden within a copy of Bede’s Ecclesiastical History of the English People.
More than 1,000 passengers on board a cruise ship off the coast of Bordeaux are held on the vessel after a gastroenteritis outbreak has infected around 50 passengers.
The head of a major airline has called for a “clear resolution” to hostilities in the Middle East. The call from Emirates comes amid continuing economic and political uncertainty caused by the bitter conflict between the U.S and Iran. The war has impacted badly on global air
It is one of the biggest rivalries in Belgian football and Brussels’ two football clubs are all set to again lock horns in, arguably, the country's biggest game of the season. RSC Anderlecht and Royale Union Saint-Gilloise will contest the Croky Cup Final on Thursday (14 May)
Black Rod was symbolically denied entry to the House of Commons during the ceremonial opening of the UK Parliament ahead of King Charles III’s speech.
From rich history and coastal wildlife to art and ocean adventure, Cape Town is a fascinating city. Join Lilly Douse as she encounters penguins, journeys to the Cape of Good Hope, and uncovers the creativity and flavours of land and sea.
Passengers on the ship showing no symptoms are allowed to leave, authorities say, after 49 people fell ill from gastrointestinal sickness.
Russia had mainly carried out mass drone and missile strikes at night, but the tactic changed in March, when Moscow switched to a daytime assault strategy.
From sculptural water vessels to spice-filled kitchens, Qatar’s Venice Biennale exhibition explores identity, hospitality and cultural exchange across the Arab world and its diasporas through sound, movement and shared meals.
The International Energy Agency says the oil market is likely to remain in deficit until the final quarter of the year, as disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz continue to constrain supply, increasing the risk of renewed price volatility.
A deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has raised fears over emerging viruses with no cure or vaccine. The UK government had already commissioned researchers to develop what could become the world’s first hantavirus vaccine
A press conference by Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez turned into an explosive row after the football supremo criticised the press, made comments described as sexist, and accused arch-rival Barcelona of corruption. His remarks have turned into a political storm.