A thick orange haze hung over Toronto on Wednesday 15 July as smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario engulfed Canada's largest city, giving it the worst air quality of any major city in the world that morning, according to monitoring service IQAir.
MEP Niclas Herbst (EPP, Germany) says the German government should not fuel "fear of war" while being "honest" about the current geopolitical situation. But he says there is a need for a "discussion about resilience in society".
The European Commission has approved a €63 billion French scheme to support offshore wind energy in line with the objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal. This measure will contribute to the transition towards a net-zero economy. The scheme was approved under the Clean
Tens of thousands celebrate in Buenos Aires after Argentina’s 2-1 win over England sends them to the World Cup final against Spain.
The former president has published a new column in 'El Debate' after Spain’s win over France in the semi-finals, refusing to retract his remarks about the French side and hitting back at criticism from Pedro Sánchez and the French authorities.
A new ranking of Europe's most enchanting destinations includes storybook castles, medieval towns, dramatic islands and ancient forests. Voted for by travellers and experts, the list blends famous landmarks with lesser-known gems that look as though they've stepped straight out
Simeon de Brouwer, policy adviser at digital rights organisation EDRi, calls for "proportionality" to avoid "mass surveillance" and "undermining everyone's privacy" under the proposed Chat Control law to tackle online child sexual abuse. He advocates for "targeted scanning".
The outgoing prime minister will use his final visit to Kyiv to tell Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine's resistance has helped preserve Europe's security and that UK support will continue after he steps down.
Someone has turned to the dark side... In a recent interview, Star Wars creator George Lucas said that rejecting using AI to make movies is like rejecting cars in favour of horses...
A majority of EU citizens value general education more than vocational training, but 80% agree that the latter leads to in-demand jobs amid perceived skill shortages.
The guidelines help sites integrate tourism and recreational activities while highlighting the growing importance of ecotourism. The European Commission published new guidelines on 14 July, outlining how Europe's Natura 2000 network of protected areas can act as a powerful
AI-powered humanoid robots may become weapons by 2027, robotics firm Foundation Future Industries says.
The last three years were the hottest on record globally. Energy consumption for cooling has also been rising, with household consumption in the EU doubling in just six years.
Neill’s longtime agent says the actor’s family agreed to release the information due to "inaccuracies and outright falsehoods" in media. The actor died of pneumonia and will be honoured at his New Zealand farm in a private family memorial.
Hello, readers. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this morning's newsletter: the EU’s defence chief tells Euronews Ukraine’s military successes could force Putin to the negotiating table, and why President Zelenskyy’s government reshuffle is raising eyebrows.
The list contains six new categories, including wearable devices such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, and electric toys. The European Commission adopted a delegated act on 14 July, introducing new rules that exempt additional products from EU requirements on the removability
Following their 2-1 World Cup win over England, Argentina players held up a banner about the disputed UK territory, known as the Falkland Islands.
Brussels, member states, industry, and banks have signed the EU's first Tripartite Agreement for Energy Storage to address a significant capacity gap, essential for lower energy costs and grid stability. Can a non-binding pact really deliver the storage Europe needs in time?
US strikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East as fears grow over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets. In Kyiv, the EU and Ukraine deepen defence cooperation with a new drone partnership, while Europe debates its role in supporting Ukraine’s war effort.
The European Commission is convening the second meeting of the Palestine Donor Group (PDG), co-chaired by Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Šuica and Palestinian Authority's (PA) Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa. 65 delegations gather in Brussels for the launch of a
For much of the past several years, Europe has concentrated on securing reliable access to the minerals needed for the green transition. Policymakers in Brussels have focused heavily on lithium, copper, cobalt and rare earth elements, while also seeking to strengthen economic
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
London, Paris and Rome have been captivating visitors for centuries, but each offers something different. From cultural icons and culinary highlights to transport links and hotel prices, here's how the three European tourism heavyweights compare for a city break.
The prime minister will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv later on Thursday.
People in Japan - where many workers are forced to wear suits to work - are divided over whether shorts are appropriate for work, with one saying, “I just don't think hairy legs look very neat”.
The Maldives is a long way away and, for some, it may seem out of reach. But, even so, one Belgian found her way there and then fell in love with the place. So much so, in fact, that she made it her home. Isabelle Gobert (pictured) works as Cluster Assistant Director of
Food inflation in Europe is easing, but the recent oil and fertiliser shock could still push up supermarket prices with a delay of more than a year, while this summer's extreme weather is likely to be a bigger driver of eurozone food inflation next year than the Iran war,
A new study in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism suggests a diagnosis that could explain the death of Simonetta Vespucci, Botticelli’s muse, using facial recognition technology.
The defending champions' victory means they will face Spain, who defeated France on Tuesday, in Sunday's final in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Fans flooded the streets of Buenos Aires in celebration after Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1.
AI solutions are being deployed across European hospitals; however, only a few countries govern them, putting patients at risk, the WHO Europe chief said.
A CSIC team in Barcelona has developed CADI, a platform that, on a 10‑kilometre grid, estimates how much farmland will lose productivity to climate change by 2100. In Spain, inland areas fare worse than the Cantabrian coast.
A CSIC team in Barcelona has developed CADI, a platform that uses a 10-kilometre grid to estimate how much farmland will lose productivity to climate by 2100; in Spain, inland areas fare worse than the Cantabrian coast.
The US says it fired a missile into a Curaçao-flagged oil tanker's funnel after claiming the ship, which was sailing toward Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export terminal in the Persian Gulf, "ignored multiple warnings".
A large section of the giant Morandi motorway bridge crumbled and collapsed on to the railway tracks below.
Civilian casualties are reported in a number of Ukrainian regions, while Kyiv hits 20 Russian vessels in the Black Sea.
“It was a great honour to serve the Ukrainian people as defence minister," Fedorov said on Wednesday evening, confirming his dismissal amid Zelenskyy’s government reshuffle. While not a very public figure, Fedorov has been widely praised within the military and among civil
Scientists are using instruments to record data on temperatures, sunlight, rainfall, wind and soil heat to create observations in order to forecast heatwaves. While also helping to predict future extreme weather as hot temperatures become more common.
In this week’s episode of The Ring, EU lawmakers Markus Ferber and Pasquale Tridico clash over whether common debt is the answer to Europe's stagnant economy and weakened competitiveness.
After years of debate, French MPs have voted to adopt a bill to establish a right to assisted dying for some adults suffering from an incurable condition.
European delegations continued to arrive in Qatar on the third day of national mourning, with France, Germany and Britain among those sending senior representatives, as Iran's foreign minister, the UAE president, Jordan's king and Palestinian president also paid their respects.
The bill would allow assisted dying for terminally ill adults who meet strict criteria.
The Trump administration has cut billions of dollars in public research funding and fired government scientists.
Péter Szijjártó announced his resignation and details of his new position with the world's largest electric carmaker, China's BYD, on his Facebook page on Wednesday, detailing that he'll be filling an "international executive position".
Andy Burnham’s rise to Downing Street No. 10 may buy the Labour Party time. But Britain’s political crisis runs far deeper than personalities, campaign skills or messaging strategies, write Stephan Richter and Denis MacShane. The question of whether Andy Burnham (pictured)
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
The 4th Shusha Global Media Forum explored how journalism is adapting to artificial intelligence, disinformation and declining public trust, with discussions focusing on responsible reporting, media ethics and international dialogue.
Italy is stepping up efforts to clear thick algae from the River Po in Turin after weeks of high temperatures accelerated its spread along the country’s longest river.
Emergency crews battled fires and searched damaged buildings across Ukraine on Tuesday 15 July after Russian strikes on the cities of Sumy and Odesa killed six people and injured at least 20 others, according to regional authorities.
No hops, no beer. And without rain there are no hops. Climate change, rising heat and dry farmland are hitting Bavaria’s key crop. Could solar panels seven metres up help hop farmers?