Five European countries will save 58% on energy bills this year thanks to clean power
Consumers in five EU countries will save up to €8.5 billion on their energy bills this year, compared to those with the dirtiest energy mix.
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UK ambassador to UAE warns of regional risk but backs UAE resilience amid fragile Iran ceasefire
In an interview with Euronews, British Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Edward Hobart said the fragile US-Iran ceasefire should pave the way to a lasting peace with "a clear way forward".
Ghost fishing gear: The hidden threat at the bottom of our seas and oceans
The NETTAG+ project, funded by the European Union, aims to combat fishing waste and mitigate its effects on marine life. To do so, fishermen are our greatest allies.
Almost 8,000 people died or disappeared on migration routes in 2025, IOM says
The migration agency highlighted that at least around 340,000 family members are estimated to have been directly affected by the missing migrant crisis since 2014.
Italy summons Russian ambassador over TV presenter's insults at PM Giorgia Meloni
Relations between Rome and Moscow have been tense because of Meloni's strong support for Ukraine as it continues to fight off Russia's full-scale invasion.
Time is on our side: Frederique Constant CEO Niels Eggerding sets sights on young watch lovers
Niels Eggerding is out to prove that size isn't everything in watchmaking. The CEO of the relatively new Swiss brand Frederique Constant is hoping to attract younger buyers with creative reimagings of classic designs
The fine art of ethical sourcing: Chopard's Caroline Scheufele digs deep for luxury jewels
Caroline Scheufele, Chopard's co-president and artistic director, talks to Euronews Culture at Watches and Wonders about the history of the company's ethical sourcing, satisfying collector's demands and sustainable jewel and watch production.
German police launch mass raids of 50 premises to smash Syrian trafficking ring
Police believe the ring operated by using genuine residency documents issued to Syrian refugees in Germany, which were sent to people in Syria with a similar appearance.
Israeli army jails two soldiers for smashing head of Jesus statue in southern Lebanon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had said on Monday he was "stunned and saddened to learn that an IDF soldier damaged a Catholic religious icon in southern Lebanon."
'The place par excellence for wandering': Évora prepares to be European Capital of Culture in 2027
With "Vagar" as its motto, a concept "deeply rooted in the characteristics of the people of Alentejo and its territory", the Portuguese city Évora is now planning a cultural and artistic offer centred on its heritage and "its people" in order to become European Capital of
EU ministers reject calls to suspend Israeli trade agreement over 'war crimes'
Spain, Ireland and Slovenia’s proposal to suspend the EU–Israel Association Agreement over alleged war crimes in Lebanon and Palestine failed to secure sufficient support among EU foreign ministers. However, a separate proposal concerning settlement goods will be referred to
Six stand trial in Istanbul over insecticide poisoning deaths of Turkish-German family
The Turkish-German Böcek family were staying at the Harbour Suites Old City hotel in Istanbul’s Fatih district when they fell ill on 12 November, the state-run Anadolu news agency said.
Mexico's president urges tighter security at tourist sites ahead of World Cup after shooting
Security officials said that the shooting at the world-famous Teotihuacan pyramids that left one person dead and 13 others wounded "wasn't spontaneous."
Homer and the mummy: Rare copy of the Iliad poem found inside ancient Egyptian tomb
A Spanish-Egyptian team have uncovered a fragment of Homer’s Iliad inside a mummy at Oxyrhynchus, revealing how ancient texts were reused in burial practices and shedding light on the spread of Greek literature in Roman Egypt.
All winners: European Heritage Awards celebrate conservation and reconversion projects
The European Heritage Awards were launched by the European Commission in 2002 and are run by Europa Nostra.
NATO intercepts Russian military aircraft flying over the Baltic Sea, French team says
Many of the Russian flights that NATO monitors with its Baltic air policing mission, in place since Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia joined the alliance in 2004, are to and from the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
Humpback whale Timmy remains stranded in shallow waters in northern Germany
A stranded humpback whale in the Baltic Sea remains stuck near Poel island, Germany, as rescuers struggle to guide it back to deeper waters.
Latest news bulletin | April 21st, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Robot chases wild boars off the streets of Warsaw
The Polish capital has seen the number of wild boar on its streets soar to more than 3,000 - a 20-fold increase since 2020.
EU to boost jet fuel imports from the United States amid shortage fears
EU Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas has said there are no indications of jet fuel shortages, but stressed the importance of acting quickly and appropriately. The use of emergency stocks is under consideration "if real supply issues arise".
This Central Asian destination is growing its national parks and adventure offerings
This move is expected to open up new birdwatching, wildlife tracking and hiking opportunities for eco-tourists, as Kazakhstan attempts to restore ecological balance.
‘Fit and feisty’: Once extinct bandicoots are now running wild on this Australian island
Eastern barred bandicoots were once considered extinct on mainland Australia, but conservationists are determined to give them a “fighting chance”.
Qatar backs ceasefire as uncertainty surrounds US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad
Qatar has urged diplomacy on Tuesday as uncertainty surrounds US-Iran talks, warning prolonged tensions risk wider global fallout, particularly if disruption in the Strait of Hormuz affects energy flows and markets.
What do we know about the ABINSK ship, and why wasn't it stopped?
The ship recently docked at an Israeli port and is en route to Turkey despite allegations it is carrying wheat from Russian-occupied Ukraine.
China’s iQIYI faces backlash after launching AI “actor database” for film and TV
Chinese streaming giant iQIYI has launched a controversial new AI “actor database” designed to connect filmmakers with actors willing to have their likeness used in AI-generated content.
Zelenskyy announces Druzhba oil pipeline repaired and 'can resume operation'
The repair of the Druzhba pipeline paves the way for the adoption of the €90 billion loan for Ukraine and a new round of sanctions against Russia, both of which are currently vetoed by Hungary.
Ukraine family get cancer and bomb news on same day
The couple learn the home in Ukraine is hit by drones on the day of their baby's cancer diagnosis.
NASA rolls out key Artemis III rocket stage for 2027 Moon mission
NASA has rolled out a major section of its Space Launch System rocket for the Artemis III mission, set to launch in 2027. The core stage will be transported to Kennedy Space Center as part of preparations for a future crewed lunar landing.
Travelling to Albania? New hotels and key things to know for visitors in 2026
From a range of upscale hotels to relaxed visa rules for some visitors, there’s plenty to look forward to in Albania this year.
Crypto Collapse to Legal Goldmine: FTX Admins Feeding on the Fallout
What is becoming harder and harder to justify in the never-ending FTX litigation is the glaring mismatch between an outdated bankruptcy system, the wild volatility of the crypto market, and the perverse incentives that mismatch has created. U.S. bankruptcy law was written
'Insult of top of mockery': Meloni criticises Swiss hospital for billing victims of bar fire
The blaze at Le Constellation, a bar in the upmarket Alpine resort town of Crans-Montana, broke out in the early hours of 1 January as people celebrated the New Year.
Gaza needs more than $71 billion for recovery and reconstruction, EU-UN report says
Gaza would need over $71 billion for recovery after two years of war, EU and UN warned Monday, as damage to homes, hospitals, and schools leaves most people displaced.
‘We must not become Barcelona’: Athens considers banning new hotels, mayor says
After the 'freezing' of short-term rentals in the centre of Athens, the discussion about 'freezing' the licenses for new hotels opens.
From successor to architect: Key moments that defined Tim Cook’s leadership at Apple
When Tim Cook took over from Steve Jobs, he wasn't expected to reinvent Apple, only to keep it running. 15 years later he hands over one of the worlds most valuable companies. Here's how he did that.
From raw materials to value-added exports: A structural trade transformation
Uzbekistan is broadening its export base through market diversification, industrial growth, and trade reforms, targeting higher value-added products and new international markets.
France's president to welcome Lebanon's PM amid fragile ceasefire and tensions with Israel
The visit highlights France's efforts to back the Lebanese state even as its diplomatic standing with Israel weakens.
Unprecedented ruling finds Hungary's anti-LGBTQ laws in breach of EU values
The EU's top court finds that the reforms breached EU values on a number of levels and broke the founding values of the EU treaty.
German business expectations fall to their lowest levels since 2022
German business confidence dropped sharply in April, reaching its lowest point since the 2022 energy crisis.
Russia and North Korea connect road bridge ahead of summer opening, Moscow says
Ties between both countries have surged amid Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Moscow and Pyongyang deepening economic, political, cultural and military links.
Thales reports strong growth as defence orders jump on Iran war tensions
The French company recorded five defence orders worth more than €100 million each, as global demand rises amid the Iran war.
Looking inland: Portugal to boost regional tourism with €11 million projects
The projects will support nature, gastronomy, wellness and cultural tourism within Portugal’s inland, and attract visitors away from major tourist hotspots like Lisbon and Porto.
Armenia and Azerbaijan open up to trade after years of strained ties
Early signs of economic contact emerge between Armenia and Azerbaijan, as export data points to a modest resumption of trade.
Zelensky says failure of US envoys to visit Kyiv is 'disrespectful'
US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner have travelled to Moscow several times, but never to Kyiv.
Astronauts' brains retain memory of gravity even after months in space, study finds
Researchers working with 11 astronauts discovered that even in weightlessness, the brain continues to behave as if gravity is still present - a finding that could impact future space exploration.
Russia faked economic data to appear more resilient to its war and sanctions, intel report says
Swedish intelligence said Russia has been covering up a weak, debt-driven economy hit by war costs and sanctions, warning of rising inflation and banking risks.
The Iran war's biggest 'losers' are now 2026's top-performing markets
The stock markets that were supposed to pay the highest price for the Iran war are now the ones leading the 2026 league table, and the rebound from March's Hormuz panic has been one of the most aggressive relief rallies in years.
Dozens of Turkish coal miners detained after march for unpaid wages
Some 110 Doruk Madencilik workers who had been marching to Ankara to demand unpaid wages and compensation were detained as demands for rights and safety grow louder.
EU optimistic about ending Hungary's veto on €90 billion loan for Ukraine
Brussels is ready to move on with the €90 billion loan for Ukraine as soon as Hungary removes its controversial veto. The resolution could also pave the way for the adoption of a new package of sanctions against Russia.
BTS agency chairman Bang Si-Hyuk faces arrest over alleged fraud scheme
South Korean police are seeking to arrest Hybe chairman Bang Si-Hyuk over alleged investor fraud tied to the company’s IPO, in a case that could impact the K-pop giant as BTS resumes touring.
One of the world’s longest pedestrian bridges just opened in Helsinki
Spanning 1,191 metres, Kruunuvuorensilta bridge in Finland connects Korkeasaari and Kruunuvuorenranta.