‘Tax the rich’: Austrian Green MEP brings climate message to the red carpet with daring outfit
Lena Schilling used the Vienna Opera Ball to condemn Austria’s mega wealthy, and call for a return to a ‘fair’ inheritance tax model.
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Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: “Wuthering Heights”: A horny and vapid take on Brontë's classic
Director Emerald Fennell guts one of the most emotionally violent novels ever written for a surface-level flirtation with corset kink that's as vapid as it is bafflingly tame.
Latest news bulletin | February 13th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
'No room for water': How planning failures worsened Portugal’s deadly storms
The devastation of recent storms has sparked questions about how cities are being built and planned in the face of climate change.
2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics: Who leads the medal count?
Which country is doing best at this year's Winter Olympics, held in Italy's Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo? Track the official medal standings as they are updated throughout the Games.
Uzbekistan expands domestic capacity for complex pediatric surgery
Expanded use of advanced procedures has reduced overseas referrals for children, lowered treatment costs for families and shifted pressure onto domestic healthcare systems, raising new questions about training, funding and long term sustainability as demand grows.
Valentine's Day: Can Benin's Venice still compete with dating apps?
In Benin, the lakeside village of Ganvié is seeing a quiet shift: its once discreet meeting spots are fading as young couples swap secret night encounters for smartphones and social media.
Waymo turns to humans to close robotaxi doors to keep vehicles moving
Human help is still needed to keep Waymo’s driverless taxis moving when passengers leave vehicle doors open.
Munich Security Conference 2026: Global leaders gather as transatlantic ties dominate talks
Follow our live blog as we bring you updates for three days of talks on global security, war in Ukraine and the future of transatlantic relations.
Rubio warns Europe of new era in geopolitics before big Munich speech
The US Secretary of State will address the first major transatlantic meeting since Donald Trump threatened to annex Greenland.
Ukraine's call to join EU in 2027 forces major re-think of enlargement rules
EU officials and diplomats say several “new models” for integrating candidate countries are being considered in response to Zelenskyy’s demand for a date on Ukraine’s EU membership in US-brokered peace talks.
Serbian 'iceman' defies sub-zero extremes for mental reset
Vladimir Stevanovic braves Serbia’s icy lakes and snowy ridges in shorts, using extreme cold as daily meditation that slows his mind and resets his body.
Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar files police report over 'honey trap sex tape' scandal
Péter Magyar accuses the government of secretly recording a sexual encounter with his ex-girlfriend, a scandal erupting just as Hungary's electoral campaign intensifies.
Watch the video: Love is all around us — but babies are not?
Valentine’s Day is coming, so let’s talk about love because that is all you are going to read about this weekend anyway. Have you heard already that Europe is running out of babies? But your reporter is not here to lecture you on whether to have children. Quite the opposite.
Measles cases are dropping, but is Europe out of danger?
At least eight European countries have reported a steep increase in cases, despite a general downward trend.
Italy reviews progress on Mattei Plan at Africa summit in Ethiopia
The summit marks the first time the biennial Italy-Africa meeting has been held on the African continent since the Mattei Plan was launched in Rome in January 2024.
Berlinale 2026: Politics and protests dominate film festival's opening ceremony
Berlinale jury President Wim Wenders has made clear that film can only change people and not politicians but at the Berlin film festival's red carpet opening ceremony, political protest grabbed all of the attention.
Munich Security Conference warns of era of 'wrecking-ball politics'
As heads of state and government gather in Munich, a new report warns that the international order is under growing pressure, alliances are becoming more fragile, and geopolitical tensions are intensifying.
‘Akin to flat Earth or denying gravity’: Experts weigh in on Trump repeal of key climate finding
As the US rolls back the endangerment finding, what impact could it have on citizens' health?
Europe can defend itself against Russia without the US if it wants to
Trump is alienating the US from the West, while the threat from Russia is becoming ever more real. Even without the US, Europe could secure its defence independently in the future, former President of the Federal Academy for Security Policy Karl-Heinz Kamp writes in an opinion
Two-speed Europe could be 'pathway to unity,' European Parliament president Metsola tells Euronews
In an interview with Euronews' morning show Europe Today, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said her institution is not opposed to closer EU integration as Mario Draghi called for a 'pragmatic' federation.
Dutch initiative helps women newcomers to Rotterdam integrate by cooking together
At the Mixblik food factory, women from around the world combine their passion for cooking with lessons in sales, administration, food industry standards and the Dutch language.
The Commission sets up the European Ocean Board and calls for experts to advise on ocean policy
The European Commission is calling for applications for the High-Level European Ocean Board, a new expert group established under the European Ocean Pact. The call for applications is open for a period of four weeks, offering professionals and organisations the opportunity to
From Baikonur to Beijing: How Kazakhstan is carving out new space horizons
Kazakhstan is emerging as a regional hub for space, sharing technology, expertise, and talent, launching the Di’er-5 nanosatellite with China, and preparing to launch the Soyuz-5/Sunkar rocket.
Portugal green lights restrictions for social media access for children under 16
Portugal is the latest European country to approve social media bans for children.
Joint Statement by High Representative Kallas and Commissioners Šuica and Lahbib on the Israeli Security Cabinet decision to amend the land registration and property acquisition procedures in the West Bank
The new steps approved by Israel’s security cabinet for the West Bank are counterproductive and incompatible with international law. They risk undermining ongoing international efforts aimed at stabilization and the advancement of peaceful efforts in the region. The EU has a
Goldman Sachs' top lawyer to resign over close Epstein ties
Kathy Ruemmler will resign this summer as email releases show her close ties to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, whom she named “Uncle Jeffrey”.
Japan: Akiba Festival draws crowds despite winter cold
Japan’s Akiba Festival in Niyodogawa features samurai parades and fire rituals, preserving a 200-year-old prayer for protection from disasters.
Snow and ice sculptures draw visitors to winter festival in Japan
Visitors gathered in Sapporo as the annual snow festival concluded after eight days of large-scale snow and ice sculptures across the city.
Newsletter: Summer deadline for EU economic relaunch
Also in this newsletter: our correspondent Shona Murray reports from Kyiv as continued bombardment of energy sites leaves civilians needing urgent aid; and why the top adviser of the European Court of Justice has taken issue with an EU payment to Hungary.
Podcast: From Brazil to Brussels: What's the beef with the EU–Mercosur trade deal?
What are the pros and cons of the EU-Mercosur trade deal? Which EU leader would you choose for a Valentines dinner date? The questions we answer on this episode of "Brussels, my love?' the podcast.
EUDIS Defence Hackathon Spring 2026: Eight local organizers selected across Europe
The Spring 2026 edition of the EUDIS Defence Hackathon will take place simultaneously across eight locations in the European Union and Norway from 26-28 March 2026, bringing together regional innovation ecosystems to address key European defence and security challenges. The
Vienna Opera Ball dazzles 5,500 guests at Austria’s grand gala
Austria’s Vienna Opera Ball returned to the Vienna State Opera in glittering style, bringing together politics, business and culture as around 5,500 guests gathered in Vienna for one of Austria’s most prestigious charity evenings.
Bottoms up: No-alcohol wines take pride of place at Paris international trade fair
With slogans like "No Alcohol, No Regrets", the message from the Wine Paris trade show in Paris is crystal clear, alcohol-free wine is moving up from being a back shelf, niche curiosity to a mainstream choice.
Europe may see drop in overseas visitors as young travellers cite high costs as a major barrier
Rising costs, shifting priorities and a cautious outlook for long-haul travel are reshaping who visits Europe in 2026.
€347 million to protect Europe’s submarine cables
A new ‘Cable Security Toolbox’ and projects worth €347 million have been adopted by the European Commission, with the aim of improving the security of submarine data cables. Submarine data cables carry almost all internet traffic between continents. As risks to these cables
Europe Today: Roberta Metsola, Glenn Micallef, and Hadja Lahbib join us for an interview
Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
French coin found near Culloden may have been used to pay Jacobite
Ian Deveney made his find on land between Inverness and the 280-year-old battlefield.
European Group on Ethics publishes Opinion on how a just green transition tackles inequality at its roots
The European Group on Ethics in Science and New Technologies (EGE), an independent advisory body to the European Commission, has published its Opinion ‘Towards a Just Green Transition: Addressing structural inequities’. The Opinion was requested to provide guidance in the
Investigation brings closure for long-lost family after WW2 Nazi kidnap
Jozef Domanski's family spent decades wondering what had happened to him in Wolverhampton.
Latest news bulletin | February 13th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Croaking love songs: Is climate change making male frogs sound ‘sexier’?
Rising temperatures are having a direct impact on male frogs’ mating calls, and females are taking note.
Top personal income tax rates in Europe: Who pays the most in 2026?
In most European countries, people who earn more generally pay higher taxes. But top personal income tax rates for those in the highest brackets vary widely, with a clear divide between Northwestern and Eastern Europe.
Can Europe’s infrastructure handle the AI boom?
More than 1,000 executives at European firms show deep concern about Europe’s AI infrastructure. The need for reliable and affordable energy as well as secure and stable connectivity, is seen as key.
A new chapter in US–Azerbaijan relations: Strategic partnership, connectivity and peace
The recent visit of the US Vice President to Azerbaijan marks a significant milestone in bilateral relations. The visit demonstrated Washington’s continued engagement in the South Caucasus and its intention to deepen cooperation with Baku, writes Parvana Valiyeva, member of the
Trump scraps key EPA climate finding, dismantling US emissions rules
Donald Trump’s EPA scraps the landmark 2009 climate "endangerment finding", gutting US greenhouse gas rules and triggering fierce legal and political backlash.
Top 10 perfect places to visit on Valentine's Day in Europe
From intimate alleyways to monumental bridges, Europe offers endless ways to celebrate love.
Leaders embrace two-speed Europe to break impasse as Macron sets June deadline for economic reset
President Macron sets June deadline for a comprehensive reboot of the European economy and sees Eurobonds as an integral part of plan.
IOC criticised for selling Nazi-era Olympics T-shirt
The International Olympic Committee defends the T-shirt as being part of its Heritage Collection, celebrating styles from all editions of the Games.
