Severe storms in France: at least two dead, over 50,000 homes lose power
Thirty French departments were placed on orange alert for storms, with a risk of large hailstones on Thursday evening.
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Sunbed wars and music bans: Europe’s surprising beach rules travellers should know this summer
To avoid having possessions confiscated or paying fines, here are all the rules you might not know about when spending time on Europe’s beaches this summer.
ECR MEPs Question the European Commission on Cardiovascular Health and Diet Promoting the Mediterranean Diet as an Alternative to Ultra-Processed Foods Is Key to Tackling Obesity
MEP Carlo Ciccioli, in coordination with Carlo Fidanza, Head of the Fratelli d’Italia delegation (Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s party within the ECR Group) in the European Parliament, and fellow members of the Parliament’s Public Health Committee, MEP Ruggero Razza and MEP
Diesel and petrol prices soar: find out how much you'll pay from Monday
Petrol and diesel prices are set to rise in the week of 20–26 July, and the increase is expected to be far from negligible.
Sánchez to attend Spain-Argentina World Cup final in New York without his wife
Pedro Sánchez will fly to New York for the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, after days of doubt about his timetable. After the match, the prime minister will travel on to Algeria for an official meeting on Monday.
Podcast | Is social media over for under -13s in the EU?
The EU is edging closer to restricting social media for children. But this step would not be without contention. Why is it stirring debate? And what is needed to the ban's implementation?
World Cup final in smoke: for fans, like smoking 10 cigarettes a day
A thick blanket of smoke from Canada’s wildfires has worsened air quality in New York and New Jersey, where Spain and Argentina will meet in Sunday’s 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.
Zaragoza wildfire nears 12,000 hectares and is Spain's biggest of the year
The Cinco Villas wildfire in Zaragoza has burned 12,000 hectares and forced six villages to evacuate. Guadalajara and Madrid battle two other fires, with over 2,000 people confined, while the Ciudad Real blaze is out after burning 800 hectares.
Major drop in pollution: How the 'Typhoon Project' is transforming Greece's beaches
Volunteers have helped transformed coastal areas across a slew of popular Greek islands.
Chile assesses damage after deadly storm surge floods coastal city of Penco
Chile's central coast has been hit by an exceptional storm surge that flooded homes and damaged infrastructure. Authorities are urging residents to stay away from the shoreline as dangerous sea conditions continue.
Aqua adventures: Europe’s best islands for water sports, diving, surfing and more
A new study has ranked the best islands in Europe for water sports based on search interest for activities such as surfing, diving, kayaking, sailing, snorkelling, windsurfing and kitesurfing.
Andy Burnham set to become Labour leader before taking over as UK PM
Burnham is expected to deliver a speech on Friday where he will reportedly pledge to be "unashamedly Labour" and vow that his government will have the "courage to fix the big things that politics has neglected."
Qatar’s air defence intercepts fresh Iranian missile barrage over Doha
Iran has unleashed a new wave of attacks across the Gulf, targeting Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, following Tehran’s continuous threats of dragging the Gulf countries back into its escalating confrontation with the US over the Strait of Hormuz.
Kazakhstan's fixed capital investment tops 9.5 trillion tenge in H1 2026
Investment in fixed capital in Kazakhstan exceeded 9.5 trillion tenge in the first half of 2026, while private investment increased by 21.4 percent, according to a government review on the implementation of the president's directives to modernize the country's economic model,
How do citizens of NATO countries view the alliance?
NATO has often been in the headlines in recent years, amid Russia's war in Ukraine and US President Donald Trump's threats against fellow member states and other crises. While citizens' opinions of the military alliance are generally positive, there are significant difference
Commission adopts simpler rules for EU agri-food promotion policy
The European Commission has adopted simpler rules for EU agri-food promotion policy, reducing administrative and financial requirements for beneficiaries and Member States. The changes will make the programmes easier to implement, and benefit organisations applying for EU
Trump media to sell faster access to president's market-moving posts
Customers will receive posts from Truth Social’s “most influential accounts” in milliseconds through a service aimed at financial institutions and professional traders. The feed could include Donald Trump’s market-moving posts, although the company has not confirmed which
Trump Media to sell faster access to key market-moving social media posts
Customers will receive posts from Truth Social’s “most influential accounts” in milliseconds through a service aimed at financial institutions and professional traders. The feed could include Donald Trump’s market-moving posts, although the company has not confirmed which
Spain 'strongest' team, EU Sport Commissioner backs La Roja
Glenn Micallef, EU sport commissioner, says the expanded World Cup format "worked" ahead of Sunday's final. Micallef says the tournament reflects the improvement of football worldwide, but insists the "best talent and best football is still being played in Europe", making him
Desire, Tongues and Love: What are the best albums of 2026... So far?
How many have you heard? And do you agree with our first-half of 2026 ranking?
Commission approves €659 million German state aid for four new semiconductor facilities
The European Commission has approved €659 million in German State aid to support the establishment of four first-of-a-kind facilities in the semiconductor value chain. The measures will contribute to strengthening the EU's position and autonomy in the semiconductor value chain
A Greek tragedy, and a postcard from Djibouti
Hello, I’m Mared Gwyn with the final newsletter of the week. Today I take you from Greece to Djibouti, and provide exclusive insights into a closed-door Brussels meeting addressed by Jared Kushner.
Japan revises imperial succession law but retains ban on female emperors
Nationwide opinion polls in Japan have suggested broad public support for a female emperor, but some conservative political figures remain opposed to the idea.
EU law on nitrates pollution remains effective, with scope for smarter implementation
On 15 July, the European Commission published the first comprehensive evaluation of the Nitrates Directive since its adoption in 1991. Covering more than 30 years of implementation, the evaluation shows that EU rules remain effective to protect Europe's waters from agricultural
Four engine failures abort Starship's 13th launch bid at the last second
The world's biggest rocket was grounded Thursday when four of its 33 engines failed to ignite, leaving SpaceX to replace two engines ahead of a new launch attempt early next week.
Dinosaur-loving nine-year-old boy recognised by Guinness World Records as youngest museum curator
Anderson Taylor of Cambridge, Illinois has officially been recognised by Guinness World Records as the youngest museum curator in the world.
Why your heat pump isn’t saving you money – and what could change that
The right mix of energy upgrades saved houses as much as €1,150 annually, according to a new study.
Europe Today: Trump-Iran standoff tests the limits of diplomacy
The US and Iran exchange fresh strikes as the Gulf crisis escalates. Europe Today also looks at the EU’s security role in the Horn of Africa, the bloc’s annual Rule of Law Report, Spain’s amnesty ruling, and anticipation builds ahead of the World Cup final.
European Commission rewards spurious PA textbook reforms
The European Commission and the Palestinian Authority (PA) held a high-level meeting in Brussels on Monday (13 July), at which the EU showcased reforms that the PA says it has made to incendiary textbooks. The EU also announced the renewal of funding for PA education, which had
China ‘firmly opposes’ UK nationalisation of British Steel
The UK government announced on Thursday that it had passed legislation to nationalise British Steel, previously owned by China’s Jingye Group, to protect the country’s steelmaking capacity after Jingye moved to shut the company’s blast furnaces.
‘China’s model is flawed’: top MEP says trade pressure could test Beijing’s stability
In an interview with Euronews, German liberal MEP Engin Eroglu, chair of the European Parliament’s delegation for relations with China, said the EU’s market of 450 million consumers gives the bloc leverage over Beijing and challenges China’s claim to global dominance.
Iran’s regime in crisis: Negotiations, internal divisions and growing resistance
Iran has returned to confrontation with the United States weeks after the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding sought to halt the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The immediate dispute concerns security and retaliation; the deeper issue is the clerical regime’s survival.
‘Almost one in three people cannot afford a healthy diet’, UN warns
Nearly three billion people globally are unable to afford a healthy diet, as the cost of eating healthy has spiked in recent years.
The empty middle seat: A perk that every economy passenger hopes for when flying
Following the unveiling of its ‘Relax Row’, US airline United has now announced plans to roll out its new offering in Economy Plus – a special row that has no middle seat and instead uses the extra space for a shared table and more elbow room.
Latest news bulletin | July 17th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
'The tide is turning': Inside Ursula von der Leyen's trip to Kyiv
Ursula von der Leyen's latest visit to Kyiv captured a shift in momentum. The battlefield has moved to the skies and accession is yielding tangible results. "The tide is turning," she declared.
Top EU official speaks of 'very special feeling' over new deal with UK
This Agreement is the result of more than four years of negotiations and completes the legal framework of the relations between the EU and the UK following Britain’s withdrawal from the EU. It entered into provisional application on 15 July. Gibraltar is not included in the
US airstrikes hit Iranian civilian sites as Tehran attacks Gulf neighbours
In a primetime address to the nation, Trump said the US was "winning big in Iran" and the public would see "the fruits of that labour". However, a deal seems far out of reach as fighting in the region continues to escalate.
Real wages are still below 2021 levels in a third of European countries analysed
Real wages fell by almost 2% in the eurozone between early 2021 and early 2026, but the impact on workers’ purchasing power varied sharply across Europe. Euronews Business examines where wages gained and lost the most — and why.
Trump revives claims of election interference during address to nation
The US president said he would declassify intelligence data that revealed China had illicitly acquired 220 million US voter files. Trump's claim contradicts reviews that have found no evidence of significant interference in the 2020 election.
Rubik’s Cube stars shine at European speedcubing event in the Netherlands
More than 1,000 speedcubers from 53 countries are competing in Arnhem, the Netherlands, from 16 to 19 July 2026. Events range from blindfolded solves to solving while wearing oven gloves.
As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to Chinese air-conditioners
Chinese brands are meeting surging air-conditioner demand in Europe, a region with typically low ownership rates.
Spain battles major Aragon wildfire amid heatwave
Spain has deployed more than 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft to combat a fast-moving wildfire in the northeastern region of Aragon after flames swept across around 7,600 hectares by 16 July.
Trump teleprompter operator suspended for alleged prediction market bets on speeches
US media had reported that Gabriel Perez, who has been operating Trump’s teleprompter since 2016, used his inside knowledge to win more than $100,000 (€85,900) betting on what the president would say in big speeches.
Italian police conduct raids on several luxury brands in labour abuse probe
At issue is the near-ubiquitous practice of brands subcontracting work to suppliers that in turn contract to others, ending up with firms who employ Chinese workers in exploitative conditions.
Watch: What to know as Genoa bridge disaster trial ends
More than 50 defendants have been on trial in Italy over the 2018 bridge collapse which killed 43 people.
Fire at Algerian orphanage kills 11 children, injures 19
Algerian authorities did not say what caused the deadly blaze, which occured amid a heatwave that has sparked nearly 1,000 fires.
Supporters welcome France's assisted dying law
Supporters welcomed France's assisted dying law after parliament approved the landmark legislation, calling it "a huge relief" for people with incurable illnesses. The law still requires approval from France's Constitutional Council.
Algeria investigates Mohammadia orphanage fire that killed 11 people
Algeria is probing a deadly orphanage fire near Algiers, early on 16 July, that killed at least 11, injured 19 and struck amid a heatwave and nearly 1,000 recent blazes.
Authorities deny reports of booms in downtown Dubai
Authorities have denied reports on Thursday evening of booms heard above downtown Dubai, amid renewed Iranian attacks on the broader region.