Argentina erupts after late win over England to reach World Cup final

Tens of thousands celebrate in Buenos Aires after Argentina’s 2-1 win over England sends them to the World Cup final against Spain.

Rajoy repeats column after World Cup win over France and stands by controversial remark

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.

Fairytale destinations across Europe that look too magical to be real

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

Chat Control is 'treating everyone as a suspect', says expert

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".

Seed by seed: Women of Tampenau nursing Sabah’s rainforests back to recovery

In a small Sabah village, women are raising thousands of native saplings to restore one of the state's most degraded rainforests.

Starmer tells Ukraine UK support will 'endure' after his departure

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.

Iran targets military bases as US launches wave of strikes

Explosions were heard across Iran overnight, shortly after neighbouring Gulf states began to report attacks.

George Lucas says AI is ‘the future’ of filmmaking: 'There’s nothing you can do about it'

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...

Will Ferrell’s Lackluster Golf Comedy ‘The Hawk’ Is No ‘Talladega Nights’: TV Review

I am a child of the 2000s (and specifically San Diego), which is to say that the work of Will Ferrell (and specifically “Anchorman”) is deeply important to me. Star vehicles like “Step Brothers” and “Talladega Nights” — also, did I mention “Anchorman”? — epitomized the bluster

Watch Ariana Grande Unleash Series of Uncanny ‘Harry Potter’ Impressions

The pop star imitated Hermione Granger, Dobby the elf, Ron Wesley, and Severus Snape in a new video

Education comes in different forms: How do Europeans feel about vocational training?

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.

South Africa: 10 things about Tony Leon, the politician at the centre of a lobbying row

Once the face of South Africa’s opposition, Tony Leon is back in the spotlight after his communications firm was accused of using his political connections to influence DA ministers, lawmakers and municipalities, allegations he denies.

Natura 2000 Network offers opportunities for sustainable tourism across Europe

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

When could humanoid robots go to war? Sooner than you think, says firm testing them in Ukraine

AI-powered humanoid robots may become weapons by 2027, robotics firm Foundation Future Industries says.

Snake in a chain: lucky escape for Australian woman after bite from deadly reptile caught in bike wheel

Woman in her 60s was riding on popular cycling trail in northern NSW when she ran over the two-metre-long eastern brown snake, one of the world’s most venomous A woman in her 60s is recovering after being bitten by a two-metre-long eastern brown snake that had become entangled

Over 500 feared dead in two suspected shipwrecks off Myanmar: UN

New Delhi tells shipowners not to deploy Indian seafarers on Hormuz routes

NEW DELHI, July 16 (Reuters) - India has ordered shipowners, ship managers and recruitment companies not to deploy the country's seafarers on vessels undertaking trips through the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed fighting in the region. India is the world's third-largest supplier

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Europe's energy use for cooling doubled in six years: Which countries use the most?

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.

‘The Illusion of an Everlasting Summer’ Boarded by Autlook Ahead of Locarno Premiere as Clip Debuts (EXCLUSIVE)

Autlook has boarded as world sales agent for documentary “The Illusion of an Everlasting Summer,” which will have its world premiere in the Filmmakers of the Present Competition at Locarno Film Festival. Variety debuts a clip from the film here. The film was partially financed

'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano' actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, according to agent

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.

Newsletter: Drones, military gains and a contentious reshuffle

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.

Commission adds exemptions to rules on removability of portable batteries

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

Asia’s development moment demands big bets, not safe ones

There is a version of development work that looks responsible but accomplishes very little. It moves cautiously, funds what is already proven and prioritizes institutional comfort over urgency. As a region of staggering diversity, rapid change and compounding crises, Asia

Argentina risk FIFA fine for 'Las Malvinas' banner

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.

UK economy returns to growth in May

The modest growth reverses a slight contraction that had been seen the previous month.

What is the EU’s plan to triple energy storage as renewable power goes to waste?

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?

U.S. strikes around Tehran for first time since Trump declared end of cease-fire

President Donald Trump is considering expanding military operations in Iran following briefings from top aides, U.S. officials reportedly said, as American forces launched two waves of attacks on Iran's coastal defenses and missile sites

Europe Today: Middle East tensions rise as Europe deepens support for Ukraine

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.

Emergencies on planet Earth: images from the climate crisis – in pictures

From fierce flooding and escaped pigs to birds that can’t fly due to the weight of plastic in their stomachs, mankind’s biggest challenges are on stark display at Summit Photo 2026 Continue reading...

Negeri Sembilan polls: BN not contesting all 36 seats, as it eyes pact with ‘trusted friend’

Barisan Nasional (BN) will contest 25 seats, amid recent signals by Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) that it would work with the coalition’s key party United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) in the Aug 1 polls.

EU steps up international support for Palestinians with major initiative for Gaza's early recovery and stronger international coordination

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

Credit card outage hits convenience stores, other merchants across Japan

Major credit card companies are rushing to restore services.

Azerbaijan at 'real peace' with Armenia but wants it to change constitution

SHUSHA, Azerbaijan, July 16 - Azerbaijan and Armenia are at \"real peace\" and rebuilding trade links after decades of conflict, a senior Azerbaijani official told Reuters, but Baku is insisting on changes to Armenia's constitution before a final deal can be signed.

India bars seafarers from Strait of Hormuz voyages after attacks

The IMO has warned that the chokepoint remains too dangerous for commercial vessels at present.

US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, targets included Bandar Abbas

The US military said in a statement on Thursday that it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran that it carried out at President Donald Trump’s direction, with targets including Bandar Abbas, Iran’s principal port city on the Strait of Hormuz.“US forces struck Iranian

Scientists finally solved how a common gut bacterium triggers colon cancer

Researchers solved a long-standing mystery behind how a bacterial toxin associated with colorectal cancer damages the colon. The toxin first binds to a receptor called claudin-4, giving it access to attack the cells' protective barrier. After identifying this weak point, the

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang courts Japanese suppliers with pork skewers

Huang later emerged to pass red bean cakes to bystanders gathered outside an izakaya.

Europe’s cocaine highway leads to military-style crackdowns

A call-to-action memo urges European nations to adopt “engine-disabling tactics and shooting.” But the proposals stop well short of the missile strikes on alleged smuggling vessels adopted by the Trump administration.

Uganda to discharge last Ebola patient, spokesperson says

KAMPALA, July 16 - Uganda is due to discharge its last Ebola patient on Thursday, triggering a 42-day countdown that could see the country declared free of the virus, a spokesperson for the government said.

US-Iran strikes: latest developments

The United States struck Iran and Tehran hit back at US allies in the Gulf, as the foes battled over the vital Strait of Hormuz in the renewed Middle East war. Hormuz to stay shut Iran's Revolutionary Guards said the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the United States

Kurmuk gold project highlights Africa’s changing investment landscape

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

British Steel taken into public ownership to protect 'vital' UK supply

The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.

Africa: Presidency Rejects Claims South Africa Is Isolated From Africa

[SAnews.gov.za] The Presidency has dismissed what it describes as a sustained misinformation campaign aimed at portraying South Africa as isolated from the rest of the African continent, following recent anti-illegal migration protests.

Africa: South Africa Welcomes UN Report Reaffirming Findings On Palestinian Children in Gaza

[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa has welcomed the latest report by the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, saying it reaffirms previous findings that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza and documents the

Africa: Global Childhood Immunization Coverage Inches Forward Despite Conflict and Hesitancy - Unicef, Who

[Unicef] Geneva/New York -- Zero-dose children fell by nearly 750,000 in the past year, but drop-out numbers high and stagnant, increasing risk of disease outbreaks

Africa: Xenophobia - FG Evacuates 1,409 Nigerians in From South Africa

[Leadership] The federal government has so far evacuated 1,409 Nigerians successfully in the fifth phase of the voluntary evacuation of it nationals affected by xenophobic attacks and related security concerns in the Republic of South Africa.

Africa: Namibians Recount Violent Attacks After South Africa Unrest

[Namibian] When the banging on the door started, Tonateni Moses (25) thought someone had mistaken the house for another.

Africa: Govt Explores UPDF Recruitment for Skilled Returnees From South Africa

[Nile Post] Government is considering recruiting skilled Ugandans recently repatriated from South Africa into the Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) as part of broader efforts to reintegrate them into the country's workforce.