Ship from Colombia laden with food and other goods docks in Cuba to help ease crises
Regular power outages have intensified since US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs in late January on any country that sells or provides oil to Cuba.
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The G7 has a critical minerals plan, but it is missing a development chapter
The G7 has spent the past year building an ambitious plan to secure its access to critical minerals, the materials needed for electric cars, wind turbines, and semiconductors. The urgency is real. Demand for key energy transition minerals like copper, cobalt and lithium is
Federal judge rejects bid to halt removal of Trump's name from Kennedy Center building
Since returning to the White House, Trump has taken repeated measures to put his name and image in official spaces, an abrupt break with American political tradition.
Pope returns to Rome on plane offered by Spanish king after technical glitch, Vatican says
It was the first time in decades that a papal flight had experienced a problem so serious that it required the pope to change planes.
Iran says deal with US closer than ever as Trump warns Tehran to get act together
A ceasefire took effect in April, but sporadic episodes of violence have occurred, each time sparking new fears of a return to all-out war, despite Trump repeatedly stating a deal was within reach.
EU countries agree to unblock accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova
Friday's agreement allows Ukraine and Moldova to formally open the first cluster of accession negotiations, known as "Fundamentals".
'Hussarz' roar over Poland as first F-35s officially enter service
Residents of several Polish cities heard the roar of F-35 fighter engines as the first three jets delivered to Poland staged a ceremonial flypast over Gdańsk, Warsaw, Kraków and Łódź.
How Japan is helping Vietnam build resilience against disasters
Japan is sharing decades of disaster management expertise with Vietnam through infrastructure, education and early warning projects backed by The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and UNESCO.
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SpaceX makes its Nasdaq debut after the largest public offering in history
Elon Musk's SpaceX began trading on the Nasdaq this Friday under the ticker SPCX, following a record $75bn (€65bn) capital raise that valued the AI and space firm at about $1.78 trillion (€1.54trn).
New France-Ireland ferry revives Boulogne's international links
A new overnight service linking Cork and Boulogne-sur-Mer has begun operations, restoring international passenger ferries to the northern French port for the first time in 15 years and offering travellers another route that avoids the UK.
Belgian driver convicted of murder over carnival car crash that killed seven people
The trial was heard in a special hall to accommodate nearly 200 civil parties taking part. The civil claimants include some who are disabled for life and the relatives of those who died.
From Florence to Crete: 11 European hotels among the world’s best new stays
From restored palaces in Rome and Bucharest to countryside retreats in Devon and Crete, travel magazine Afar has unveiled its annual ranking of the world's best new and revamped hotels - with 11 standout properties in Europe making the cut.
How European businesses are rethinking customer support in the AI era
Across Europe, the pressure to modernise customer support operations has moved from a long-range strategic concern to an immediate business reality. Rising consumer expectations, tighter operating budgets, and a sweeping new regulatory framework are converging to push
EMYA 2026: Which museum will be named Europe’s best?
Thirty-four nominees are eyeing this year’s European Museum of the Year Award - from Portugal and Estonia to Türkiye and the United Kingdom. Here are some of the museums competing for the right to be called Europe's best museum of 2026.
Any change to EU protection scheme for Ukrainians should be 'gradual', UNHCR deputy chief says
Kelly Clements tells Euronews that any planned changes to EU protections for Ukrainian refugees should be carried out "very gradually", as some EU capitals push for excluding military-age men from the scheme.
Israel: Tel Aviv pride marchers push for LGBTQ+ equality amid tensions and war
Thousands of people joined the Tel Aviv Pride parade on 12 June, filling the city's seafront with rainbow flags, music and calls for greater LGBTQ+ rights in a region where equality remains limited.
The path to SAFE II: inside the struggle to revamp Europe's defence financing tool
EU policymakers are weighing a SAFE II defence financing tool, with Eastern-flank states pushing for grants over loans. But the final SAFE I uptake, the development of the European defence industry, Ukraine's battlefield-driven tech edge and shifting warfare scenarios are
US withdraws long-range military capabilities from NATO
The move comes at a particularly tense moment, with US Donald Trump increasingly angry at NATO allies over their refusal to join his war on Iran.
EU energy ministers eye jet fuel reserves as Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens supply
With the peak summer season drawing near, EU energy ministers are wary that jet fuel supply may be further strained, even as analysts see "sharp movement" towards greater jet fuel production within European refineries.
Washington plans to slash fighter jets and warships to NATO in Europe, US media report
The reported cutbacks come as European nations race to bolster their defence capacities since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 sparked fears that Moscow could attack a NATO country.
Pope urges 'reciprocal' integration between migrants and host countries
During his visit to Tenerife, the pontiff called for integration based on rights and duties, urging migrants to learn the language, obey the law and join in community life.
What to know about the EU's new migration and asylum reforms as they come into effect
The bloc’s new migration rules take effect on Friday after months of political wrangling. Here are the changes that are now in force.
‘Land of the fulfilled farmers’: Why the grass seems to grow greener in Austria
Austria has repeatedly been acknowledged as a success story in the intergenerational renewal of its farming sector. A combination of hard work at family-run farms, strong public support, qualitative professional training and engaged consumers is revitalizing entire rural
Disaster drills helped prevent more deaths when quake hit Philippines, officials say
The numbers of dead and missing were considerably lowered after multiple verifications, the Office of Civil Defence said in a statement.
Gaza Families search ruins after Israeli strikes hit homes
Palestinians in central Gaza searched through rubble on 12 June after Israeli strikes destroyed homes in Deir al-Balah and the Maghazi refugee camp, leaving dozens of displaced families without shelter and struggling to recover their belongings.
How EU countries watered down 'solidarity' plans to relocate asylum seekers
A new migration law introducing "mandatory solidarity" has been all but circumvented by the EU's member states, who will relocate fewer than 9,000 asylum seekers this year – even after the annual minimum was set at 30,000.
Everything you need to know about the Jared Kushner resort protests in Albania
The European Commission has warned Albania that it must act now to avoid jeopardising its bid to join the bloc, which requires it to comply with EU environmental rules.
'Do not ever use my music': Ariana Grande slams the White House over ICE video
The White House has repeatedly faced criticism for using popular music in social media posts without the approval of the artists involved. This time, the Trump administration has decided to hop on a trending track by Ariana Grande.
San Andreas Fault reaches highest stress level in 1,000 years
Researchers report that tectonic stress on the major San Andreas and San Jacinto fault systems has climbed to its highest levels in a millennium, and in some sections has already surpassed them.
Latest financial report by Corinthia Hotel owners, IHI, raises questions over financial stability
An explosive report by The Shift has renewed scrutiny of International Hotel Investments (IHI), the owner of the global brand Corinthia Hotels, after it outlined the scale of debt owed by one of Malta’s most prominent hospitality groups. The Maltese investigative outlet
Georgieva: Europeans must invest 'together'
European economic conditions "have worsened," International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said, as the IMF is now "downgrading" its growth projections and "uplifting" its inflation forecasts. Georgieva recommends that the EU invest "together" and "wisely".
Elon Musk's SpaceX IPO: the capitalist space revolution begins
World’s biggest IPO: Elon Musk wants to raise $75bn for SpaceX, making him Earth’s first trillionaire, as Rainer Zitelmann explains in an opinion piece for Euronews how it came about and what happens next.
Podcast: The most political World Cup to date?
What makes the 2026 World Cup so political? What does the entry of the EU Migration and Asylum Pact mean in reality? The two questions we answer on Brussels, My Love? the podcast.
Ukraine's drone strikes are methodically cutting Crimea off from Russia
Ukraine has significantly intensified its strikes on military and energy sites in and around Russia-occupied Crimea in what is seen as Kyiv’s deliberate strategy of cutting the annexed Ukrainian peninsula off from Russia.
Brussels joins growing list of European cities banning shared e-scooters over safety concerns
The Belgian capital will remove rental e-scooters from its streets from January 2027, citing rising accident rates, pavement clutter and their increasing use by organised crime groups. Shared bikes and e-bikes will remain available instead.
Paying ISIS to keep a cement plant running: How a major French company financed one of the world's most brutal terrorist groups
On 23 May, 2026, families of victims of ISIS attacks and U.S. military personnel killed or wounded in the fight against the terrorist group demanded access to nearly $778 million paid by French cement giant Lafarge under its 2022 settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice.
Viral Dua Lipa wedding photos were AI-generated
A series of fake images purporting to show pop star Dua Lipa celebrating her wedding in the Sicilian town of Palermo have fooled users and even some digital media outlets.
What if Trump actually seized Kharg Island?
Kharg Island is a small coral outcrop off the coast of Iran that handles around 90% of the country's crude oil exports, making it key to Tehran's economy.
Gaza residents find brief escape in World Cup opener
Palestinian Territories residents gathered in tents, cafes and makeshift community spaces on 11 June to watch the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, seeking a brief escape from the hardships of war.
Self-driving cars to be tested on Portuguese roads from July
From July, Portugal will allow autonomous vehicles to be tested on public roads under a new decree laying down strict rules on safety, insurance and oversight.
Nobody knew what the ref was saying and the internet loved it. World Cup's first meme is alredy here
'Wait, what?': Players were left speechless as the referee explained the VAR decision in an apparent shaky English after a controversial red card.
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British artist David Hockney, whose vibrant pool paintings defined an era, dies aged 88
Known for his vibrant paintings of Los Angeles swimming pools, David Hockney became a defining figure in 20th-century art, blending vibrant colour and simplified forms into instantly recognisable works.
Bach in Brussels
Brussels is set to play host to a series of much-awaited four concerts dedicated to Johann Sebastian Bach. They start this Saturday (June 13) and continue on June 20 and 27, and July 4, at the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula. It is organised by the Ars in Cathedrali
China claims 'spy sea turtles' are studying its coastline
Beijing claims foreign intelligence agencies are attaching tracking and monitoring devices to sea creatures to gather information that could expose weaknesses in China's coastal defences.
Ukrainian AI fintech startup chooses Doha as base after securing Qatari backing
GRO, a Ukrainian-founded AI fintech startup, is establishing its base in Doha after securing backing from Qatar's newly launched GrowthX Capital fund.
Russian drone barrage hits Kyiv and Mykolaiv as Ukraine reports major fires
Russian drone strikes hit multiple locations across Ukraine overnight into 12 June, damaging sites near Kyiv and in the Mykolaiv region, injuring one person and triggering a major fire, while Ukrainian air defences said they intercepted most of the 117 drones launched.
'One of the strongest since 1950': What is El Niño and why does it matter?
Forecasters say a newly formed El Niño could become one of the strongest on record since 1950. The climate pattern can influence temperatures, storms, droughts and floods worldwide, with impacts varying from region to region.
Spain inflation stuck at 3.2% for third month, hit by war in Iran
May’s CPI confirms the preliminary INE figures. Transport and holiday packages push prices up, while clothing and food fall. Core inflation rises to 3%.