In a bid to reduce fragmentation in the EU banking sector and meet companies’ growing investment needs, the European Commission has unveiled proposals aimed at making banks more competitive and potentially unlocking billions of euros for investment, but obstacles remain.
Spanish cardiologist José Abellán explains how the stress of the 2026 World Cup final can increase heart risks and which three heart attack symptoms fans should never ignore.
China launched a large-scale rescue operation after a landslide struck Pengshui County in Chongqing municipality on 17 July, burying part of a residential area and trapping an unknown number of people.
The availability of cheap solar panels has led to a massive expansion of photovoltaic systems in rural areas. But will this result in a loss of farmland? It doesn’t have to be that way: a team of German inventors has developed systems that allow farmers to reap a double
Health experts are urging people to take precautions as wildfire smoke from Canada blankets New York City. They recommend limiting time outdoors, wearing a properly fitted N95 mask when necessary, keeping windows closed and using HEPA air purifiers to reduce exposure.
From Erling Haaland's social media domination to the controversial Trump card and Lamine Yamal's little brother Keyne going viral online, Euronews Culture rounds up the 10 biggest viral moments from the 2026 World Cup.
Surrogacy is banned in Germany, a policy firmly backed by Jens Spahn's Christian Democrat party, and several years ago by Spahn, too.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visited Djibouti and signed a new security agreement to strengthen Europe's naval presence, as reports say Tehran has asked the Houthis to shut the Bab el-Mandeb if the US strikes Iranian infrastructure, threatening a second global shipping
Dismissal of the reformist defence minister ignites protests, pushing Zelenskyy to rethink his wartime strategy and even yield to pressure from civil society and the armed forces, while his office urges patience.
A blurry 2008 photograph led researchers on an 18-year search to confirm a new monkey species.
After months of speculation, the European Commission announced a 46 percent electrification target for the bloc's economy by 2040. The move is intended to cut dependencies on imported fossil fuels but critics argue that high electricity prices may complicate the EU's goals.
Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer's epic poem is one of the year’s most anticipated new movies. Here we look at The Odyssey’s film locations and the destinations inspiring a blockbuster set-jetting holiday.
Not everyone is a fan of the upcoming World Cup final halftime show, with The Cure's Robert Smith posting his blunt but oddly poetic (considering the image) thoughts on FIFA's Super Bowl-style performance on Sunday.
Greece has thrown a spanner into the works of fresh EU sanctions by demanding an exemption to a full ban on Russian LNG. Member states are aghast at the request, with one diplomat calling it "shameless".
CIA documents declassified by Donald Trump confirm that the Venezuelan regime had, from 2012, a system capable of altering up to 1.5 million votes, though they do not prove fraud in every election mentioned.
Macron and Merz are holding the critical talks in a symbolic setting where President Charles de Gaulle and Chancellor Konrad Adenauer previously met and agreed on establishing friendly Franco-German ties.
Within days of Michelin releasing its inaugural winery guide, one Burgundy estate requested to be removed from it.
Students are asked to analyse Odysseus’s intelligence in relation to his physical strength and to decide whether killing the suitors is a just act.
India launches its first hydrogen-powered passenger train, NaMo Green Rail, boosting clean rail transport and cutting diesel emissions.
The Hungarian leader argues that the EU's stance has shifted as other member states pursue similar border policies. He also wants €2 billion in lost recovery funds returned in an upcoming budget deal.
Andy Burnham (pictured) is due to be named leader of the Labour Party on Friday (17 July), before he becomes prime minister on Monday (20 July). The outgoing mayor of Manchester will be confirmed as Keir Starmer's successor at a special party conference in central London later
Recent diplomatic strains have once again demonstrated the vulnerability of the Strait of Hormuz, through which approximately one-fifth of the world's traded oil passes. Any disruption to this key maritime chokepoint has immediate implications regarding global energy markets,
Under the European Union's revised carbon market rules, international flights arriving in Europe from destinations within 5,000 km will be required to pay for their CO2 emissions starting in 2029.
A dispute over one of Albania's flagship infrastructure projects is emerging as a fresh test of the country's institutional credibility, just as Tirana pushes to accelerate its path toward EU membership by 2030. At issue is Vlora International Airport, a concession project that
China has sought to reassert its position in the Korean peninsula in recent years. Chinese President Xi Jinping made his own visit to Pyongyang in June as part of this push.
As US restrictions continue to limit China's access to advanced technology, Xi Jinping used a major summit to rally developing nations around Beijing's vision for AI.
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Seasonal depression is often associated with the cold, dark days of winter, but some people experience it in summer instead. And heatwaves and tropical nights can be behind it.
Thirty French departments were placed on orange alert for storms on Thursday evening, with a risk of large hail.
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.
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
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
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.
Petrol and diesel prices will increase in the week of 20 to 26 July, and the rise is expected to be particularly significant.
US Navy Blue Angels jets flew low over a crowded Florida beach, startling beachgoers as chairs and tents were blown away and children covered their ears. The dramatic flyover sparked renewed debate over the safety of low-altitude military demonstrations.
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.
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?
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.
The Cinco Villas wildfire in Zaragoza has burned 12,000 hectares and forced the evacuation of six villages. Guadalajara and Madrid are battling two other wildfires, with more than 2,000 people ordered to remain indoors.
Volunteers have helped transformed coastal areas across a slew of popular Greek islands.
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.
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.
"This generation of politicians, myself included, have failed to challenge a political culture and an economic model that simply does not work well enough for ordinary people," Burnham said.
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.
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,
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
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
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
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
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