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Helsinki Airport resumes flights after drone alert forces suspension, officials say
Europe has been on high alert for weeks after drone flyovers into NATO airspace reached an unprecedented scale last September, prompting leaders to agree to develop a "drone wall" along their borders.
Protests erupt in Havana as Cuba faces severe fuel shortages
Small protests broke out in Havana over worsening shortages of food, power, and fuel, as Cuban authorities blamed US sanctions for the crisis and warned that fuel reserves had run out.
Blocked sunlight and changing clouds: How coal pollution is damaging our solar potential
Scientists warn that solar capacity is being damaged, as the world clings to polluting coal power.
Trump-Xi summit: Europe watches as Washington and Beijing reset the board
Donald Trump’s Beijing summit with President Xi Jinping has ended with both sides claiming success — but Europe should be cautious before celebrating. After two days of talks, Trump described the visit as “great” and said the two leaders had reached “fantastic trade deals”.
Heading to Mexico City for the World Cup? Here’s where to go and what to see
Azteca stadium is set to host five matches this summer as one of the host cities.
Fact check: Is the EU about to restrict the use of VPNs?
Claims that the EU could restrict the use of VPNs have spread widely online in recent weeks, prompting concerns among some users about digital freedoms and online privacy. However, they seem to have stemmed from a misunderstanding.
Letting Israel participate in Eurovision 'wrong from the beginning', Spain’s culture minister says
Eurovision is 'whitewashing’ the Israel-Hamas war by allowing Israel to compete, Spain's Minister of Culture Ernest Urtasun told Euronews in exclusive comments.
Europe’s AI defence revolution: who’s leading and what comes next?
Analysts told Euronews Next that Germany, France, Ukraine and the United Kingdom stand out as countries that have done the most for AI military integration so far.
Ireland sees changes to migration policies and improved digital inclusion
Registration fee waived for migrant victims of domestic abuse The Department of Justice announced the domestic abuse concession scheme for migrant victims of domestic abuse. Under the scheme, anyone who experiences domestic abuse - and whose permission to be in Ireland is
North Korea slams UK over sanctions on camp allegedly linked to abducted Ukrainian children
Since the war in Ukraine erupted in 2022, 2,318 Ukrainian children remain missing, while 20,570 have been deported or forcibly displaced and 704 killed, according to a Ukrainian government portal.
King Charles and Idris Elba share the DJ stage at royal garden party
King Charles III marks 50 years of The King’s Trust at Buckingham Palace, celebrating its support for 1.5 million disadvantaged young people worldwide.
Drone fallout rocks Latvia and fragile US–China reset
Latvia is reeling from a major drone incursion last week that resulted in the resignation of the prime minister and the sacking of the defence minister. As the country reckons with major questions about its air defences, Europe is also watching the finale of Trump's visit to
BYD in talks to buy idle European car plants as it eyes Maserati
BYD is in talks with Stellantis and other carmakers about buying underused European plants, according to the Chinese carmaker's vice-president.
Podcast | Hungary after Viktor Orbán: How 16 years vanished in 30 days
After 16 years of Viktor Orbán’s rule, Hungary suddenly feels like a different country. The billboards are gone, the propaganda machine has fallen silent, and new Prime Minister Péter Magyar is promising sweeping change. This week on Euronews’ weekly podcast Brussels, My Love?,
Rise in dolphin and whale sightings in Cyprus prompts increased protection measures
In recent weeks, an increased presence of dolphins and other cetaceans has been recorded in the marine areas of Cyprus.
New EMN inform examines digital inclusion and accessibility in legal migration procedures
A new European Migration Network (EMN) inform examines how digital services can enhance accessibility for applicants with disabilities and for those who are digitally disadvantaged, drawing on contributions from 25 EMN Member and Observer Countries. Overview A new European
Xi gives Trump private tour of secret garden in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping accompanies US counterpart Donald Trump on a walk through the gardens of Zhongnanhai, a central leadership compound next to Beijing's Forbidden City.
Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Ten more countries complete lineup for Saturday's finale
The Eurovision Song Contest's final lineup has been decided, with five more countries on their way home after failing to make it out of second semifinal on Thursday.
US reportedly seeks to indict Cuba's ex-president Raúl Castro as energy crisis deepens
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has renewed an offer of €85 million in aid on the condition that the assistance be distributed by the Catholic Church, bypassing the government.
Revised 2026 EU ETS auction calendars published
The European Energy Exchange (EEX) has published the revised 2026 EU ETS auction calendars. The published calendars reflect the auctioning of 50 million allowances for the Social Climate Fund (SCF), of which 10 million allowances originally auctioned and allocated to member
Commission launches the European Housing Alliance
Energy and Housing Commissioner Dan Jørgensen (pictured) is inviting member states, regions, cities and stakeholders across the Union to join Europe’s first-ever Housing Alliance. This landmark initiative is designed to strengthen cooperation, mutual learning, and sharing of
Europe Today: Latvia in turmoil after PM resigns over drone incursion — what now?
Latvia, an EU and NATO member, is facing political turmoil after PM Evika Siliņa resigned yesterday following a drone incursion described as a major security failure. Europe Today has exclusive comments from former Defence Minister Andris Sprūds, who also stepped down this week.
Commission launches call for applications for revised Expert Group on drones and innovative air mobility
The European Commission is set to review the Drone Strategy 2.0 this year, to assess progress since its adoption in 2022 and identify possible adjustments or additional measures for the development of the EU’s drone market. To support this work and reflect developments in the
Cannes Film Festival: Alexandra Matthaiou on the Directors' Fortnight
The director spoke to Euronews about her third short film participating in the acclaimed film festival. It makes its world premiere during the Directors' Fortnight, the section that has long highlighted independent and daring cinematic voices.
Israel and Lebanon meet for third round of direct talks in Washington
Israel and Lebanon will meet for a second day in Washington to continue its third round of direct talks, as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues.
From London to Athens: Europe’s best cities for easy day trips revealed
New research has revealed the European cities that travellers most frequently use as bases for day trips, from London escapes to Stonehenge and Bath to island visits from Athens and wine tours from Florence.
Are you sleeping too little or too much for healthy ageing?
A large new study suggests that too little and too much sleep are linked to faster ageing and several diseases. How much sleep do we really need to avoid fast ageing?
Latest news bulletin | May 15th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Iran eyes fees on Hormuz internet cables as new lever against the West
IRGC-linked media have called on Tehran to impose fees on submarine cables through the Strait of Hormuz and monitor global data traffic, citing claimed sovereignty over the waterway.
Spain, France and Portugal miss out on top 10 most climate-resilient capitals – see full list
Europe has been identified as the planet’s fastest-warming continent, underlining the ‘urgency’ to reduce emissions and strengthen climate resilience.
Exclusive: Inside Gaza's hunger crisis as aid falters and funding dries up
Community kitchens serving basic foodstuffs like lentils once a week are the last food source for hundreds of thousands in Gaza, as aid flows have dropped by 37% and only 10% of funding has been secured, Euronews learns on the ground in the Strip.
Partnerships at the centre of employment service delivery: Insights from the PES Network Annual Stakeholder Conference
The Public Employment Services (PES) Network has just released a Synthesis Paper capturing the outcomes of the Annual Stakeholder Conference, “Partnerships in shaping and delivering employment services”, held on 21 October 2025 in Brussels. The conference explored how
Average wages across Europe: Countries with the highest and lowest salaries
Euronews Business takes a closer look at annual gross average wages across Europe, based on the OECD's 2026 report. The figures reveal significant disparities both in nominal and purchasing power terms.
Trump and Xi wrap up summit claiming progress in stabilising ties but differences remain
The two leaders met on Friday at final talks of the superpower summit, which the US president said "settled a lot of different problems". Xi described Trump's visit as a "milestone visit".
Five Italians die during cave scuba dive in Maldives
Four of the Italians were part of a team from the University of Genoa.
Erdoğan visits Astana as Turkey and Central Asia deepen ties amid shifting regional order
Turkey and Kazakhstan signed a friendship and strategic partnership declaration in Astana, targeting €13 billion in trade.
War criminal Ratko Mladić's jail release request denied
A UN judge admits the 84-year-old is "in the final stages of his life", but says prison conditions in The Hague ensure his maximum comfort.
'Door is open' for Canada to join Eurovision
Prime Minister Mark Carney has already floated the idea of Canada joining the song contest.
Rafa Nadal opens his museum in Mallorca and rules out role in Real Madrid elections
The new Rafa Nadal Museum has opened in Manacor as an immersive tour of the great Spanish tennis player's career. But his sporting past was slightly overshadowed as he denied any links with Enrique Riquelme's candidacy in the Real Madrid elections and expressed his respect for
Ex-defence minister admits Latvia faces security 'questions' but no silver bullet to stop drones
Latvia faces political turmoil after its prime minister resigned and the defence minister stood down, raising concerns about the country’s readiness to counter potential Russian aggression on Europe’s frontline.
Latest news bulletin | May 14th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Poland makes history with first same-sex marriage registration following EU court ruling
In November, the European Union’s highest court ordered Poland to register same-sex marriages that were entered into in other EU countries even if Polish law does not currently permit them.
"Super Mario" celebrated for defending the euro and European unity
Former European Central Bank president Mario Draghi received the 2026 Charlemagne Prize on Thursday, 14 May, in Aachen, Germany, in recognition of his contributions to European unity and his leadership during the eurozone debt crisis of the 2010s.
How has Eurovision voting changed this year?
The director of the Eurovision Song Contest says organisers are watching voting patterns "very, very carefully" after concerns were raised about Israel's ability to influence the results at last year's contest
Inside the Korean hotel training humanoid robots with cameras on workers’ hands
The project reflects South Korea’s wider ambition to turn its chip industry, manufacturing strength and industrial know-how into an edge in ‘physical AI’. But can it catch up in a field still dominated by the US and China?
Denmark's Queen Margrethe hospitalised in Copenhagen with chest pain, royal court says
Hugely popular among Danes for subtly modernising the monarchy, Margrethe has faced multiple health problems in recent years.
‘Contradictory signal’: Germany scraps renewable heating law just as heat pumps gain momentum
Germany has back-peddled on its green heating law, despite heat pumps recently outselling traditional gas boilers.
Russian parliament approves law allowing Putin to invade other countries
Russia's State Duma approved a law allowing the use of the armed forces “to protect Russian citizens abroad,” which de facto permits Vladimir Putin to invade other countries.
Iran's World Cup team feted at home with public farewell amid US visa fears
Iran's football team was given a state send-off in Tehran on Wednesday with Hezbollah flags and anti-US chants from those gathered, as players and officials await US visas for their World Cup group games.