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Community holds vigil after Louisiana mass shooting
Residents gather near the scene of a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana hugging and consoling one another after a father shot dead eight children in a domestic rampage.
Kneecap, Fontaines D.C. and more back ‘Stop The Game’ campaign protesting Ireland v Israel game
Several high profile figures from the music world are backing a campaign to boycott the upcoming Ireland v Israel football game: "Playing Israel is supporting Genocide.”
ECDC highlights HPV vaccination for European Immunisation Week
European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is marking European Immunisation Week 2026, by shining a spotlight on HPV vaccination. All countries in the EU and the European Economic Area now recommend HPV vaccination for both adolescent girls and boys. A Council
Commission proposes measures to Google on sharing search engine data with third parties under Digital Markets Act
The European Commission has sent preliminary findings to Google outlining proposed measures to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Under these proposed measures, Google should allow third party search engines to access search data, such as ranking, query, click and view
Moment US navy fires on and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship
US military footage shows a destroyer firing warning shots before boarding and seizing an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after it tried to evade a naval blockade, amid heightened tensions near the Strait of Hormuz.
Obama and Mamdani sing with kids during first meeting in New York
Barack Obama joined New York mayor Zohran Mamdani at a child care centre, reading to preschoolers and backing his affordability agenda for families.
Bulgaria's Radev 'pro-EU on surface' but a 'practical Trojan horse for Kremlin', says expert
The winner of the Bulgarian parliamentary elections, Rumen Radev, won't be "openly anti-EU", analyst Martin Vladimirov tells Europe Today. But he caveats that this is "a major win for the Kremlin and a culmination of a long strategy of Russia to solidify its influence in the
More European countries cancel Kanye ‘Ye’ West gigs – Will the EU tour go ahead?
Kanye ‘Ye’ West’s upcoming concerts in Poland and Switzerland have been cancelled, as more European countries are turning their backs on the controversial rapper amid a furore over his past antisemitic comments.
Should kids be on social media? Europe moves toward age limits
Should kids be on social media? When are teens old enough to safely navigate the online world?
Commission advances cloud sovereignty through strategic procurement
This April, the European Commission awarded its Sovereign Cloud call for tender through which the EU institutions, bodies, offices and agencies (Union entities) can procure sovereign cloud services for up to EUR 180 million over a period of six years. The tender was launched
Louisiana gunman kills eight children in suspected domestic mass shooting
A man in Louisiana fatally shot eight children, including seven of his own, in an attack on his family on Sunday morning in Louisiana.
Major fire in Malaysia destroys hundreds of homes, displaces thousands
A massive fire in Sandakan, Malaysia, destroyed about 1,000 stilt homes and displaced more than 9,000 people, with survivors now sheltering in temporary camps.
EU plans major new investment in pan-European reporting
The EU has launched a multi-million-euro initiative aimed at “improving the quality” of news gathering at EU level. The European Commission says the proposal seeks to support independent audiovisual and digital pan-European reporting on EU affairs by European media outlets. The
David Bowie, Stranger Things and Foo Fighters: What's to see, do or hear this week in Europe
Ziggy Stardust illuminates London's Lightroom, Baby Reindeer creator Richard Gadd returns with a new, even grittier series, and Foo Fighters release their 12th album. Here's what to look out for this week.
Kites fill the sky as Berck-sur-Mer launches 39th international festival
The 39th International Kite Festival in Berck-sur-Mer fills the sky with giant creations and hosts the World Kite Cup, drawing huge international crowds.
How does the EU protect minors online? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a new age-verification app to strengthen online child protection. 90 per cent of EU citizens back increased action. How has Europe addressed minors’ online safety so far? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
New approaches to tackling cervical cancer
More than 27,000 women in Europe die from cervical cancer each year. The human papillomavirus (HPV) is responsible for this disease and for at least five other cancers that affect both women and men. HPV vaccination is among the most effective tools available, yet its full
Europe Today: Russia-friendly Radev wins in Bulgaria as Orbán hints at lifting EU Ukraine loan veto
Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
‘We are disruptors of the industry’: Can sustainable aviation fuel protect airlines from fuel shock?
As we head towards carbon-neutral aviation in 2050, the sustainable aviation fuel industry is set to boom. We spoke to a key innovator to learn more.
Europe must engage on the Iran issue, but not be misled by false alternatives
Europe stayed out of the recent confrontation between the United States and Iran. Yet the European Union remains a major stakeholder, for a simple and important reason: energy. Europe depends significantly on oil and gas produced in, or transported through, the Gulf region,
Oil prices climb as US-Iran stand-off keeps Strait of Hormuz in limbo
Oil prices climbed more than 5% while European markets fell on Monday morning as a stand-off between Iran and the US prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz.
'You’re Not Alone': David Bowie immersive show invites fans inside the artist’s world in London
A new immersive exhibition, 'David Bowie: You’re Not Alone', is opening in London, inviting fans to step inside the world of the “Starman” himself.
An aquatic adventure ends: Lisbon's Oceanarium to close 'Forests Underwater' exhibition
Eleven years after its inauguration, the exhibition 'Forests Underwater' by Takashi Amano' is closing at Lisbon's Oceanarium. This marks the end of an era for visitors and staff alike, who leave behind thousands of hours of work underwater that kept the Japanese artist's vision
Solar and wind outpace coal as energy crisis fails to spark fossil fuel revival
Fears of a ‘coal comeback’ triggered by the Iran war energy crisis are not supported by the data.
Empowering children online: the Council of Europe is sceptical of blanket social media bans
As politicians rush to impose blanket social media bans on minors, recent Council of Europe recommendations urge a smarter approach. They stress that online safety measures must protect children without sacrificing their freedom of expression or cutting off essential digital
Latest news bulletin | April 20th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Longevity retreats: Life-enhancing escapes to book in Europe in 2026
From Swiss medical clinics to Mediterranean wellness resorts, these are the top longevity retreats in Europe where you can reset body and mind.
Carbon pricing waste won’t send Europe backwards
Bringing incineration into the EU’s carbon market could finally push Europe up the waste hierarchy - not back to landfill, writes Janek Vahk. As the EU considers bringing waste incineration into its Emissions Trading System (ETS), a familiar warning has resurfaced: put a price
EU population to fall by 12% by 2100: Which countries will decline the most?
Projected population changes across Europe vary significantly, with the EU population set to fall by 53 million by 2100. Experts point to the role of immigration in explaining differences between countries. By 2100, one in three Europeans will be over 65.
US military strike on alleged drug boat kills at least three people in the Caribbean Sea
US strikes on drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean have so far killed a minimum of 181 people. Critics have slammed the Trump administration over the strikes, saying they constitute a violation of international law.
Carney says Canada must cut reliance on US as tariffs hit economy
The Canadian leader stressed that his country cannot hinge its future on hope that the US will return to the partner it formerly was to his country and that active steps must be taken to protect Ottawa from the disruptions caused by the Trump administration.
Tehran vows swift response after US seizes Iranian-flagged vessel near the Strait of Hormuz
The US said its naval blockade of Iranian ports will continue despite the ongoing ceasefire, prompting Iran to U-turn on its reopening of the Strait of Hormuz just hours after it declared it open for maritime traffic, and firing at vessels trying to transit.
Rumen Radev wins Bulgarian Parliamentary election
With 87% of the vote now counted, Progressive Bulgaria has secured a majority in the Bulgarian parliament.
Two police officers suspended after fleeing Kyiv shooting scene
An inquiry was opened after a video showed officers fleeing in panic from Saturday’s shooting, which left six dead and many injured. The patrol police chief has resigned.
Bulgaria's former President Rumen Radev set to win parliamentary vote
"Europe has, in many ways, become a victim of its ambition to act as a moral leader in a world without clear rules," said Rumen Radev shortly after early exit polls indicated his victory in the country's parliamentary election.
Ukraine police chief resigns after officers allegedly fled deadly shooting
Authorities say the officers have been suspended and an investigation into their actions is under way.
Pope Leo XIV heads to shrine in Angola that was a center of African slave trade
Pope Leo XIV headed to a Catholic shrine in Angola that was a center of African slave trade. Earlier, the pontiff celebrated Mass before an estimated 100,000 people.
Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Thousands of Parisians evacuated as WW2 bomb detonated
Residents within a 450m radius of the device were told to leave their homes while it was neutralised.
Spain's Sánchez urges EU to break Association Agreement with Israel within 48 hours
During a Socialist Workers' Party rally in Gibraleón under the slogan 'Defend Public Services', on Sunday, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Socialist candidate María Jesús Montero confirmed they would ask the EU to end its Association Agreement with Israel.
Ukraine targeted with over 230 Russian drones, Zelenskyy blasts US green light for Russian oil
Ukrainian Defence Forces targeted drone manufacturing plants in Russia and on occupied Ukrainian territory.
Bulgaria votes in eighth election in five years
Bulgarians headed to the polls on Sunday in their eighth election in five years, with former president Rumen Radev's anti-corruption bloc leading in polls.
Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jar in Austria, police say
The brand warned on Saturday that consuming the purées may be potentially "life-threatening".
Strait of Hormuz standoff reignites as IRGC defies Iran’s diplomats
The Strait of Hormuz has been blocked again by Iran, as the IRGC’s hardline stance appears to prevail in Tehran. US Vice President JD Vance will lead the US delegation for talks in Pakistan on Monday, after President Trump said he would not attend.
EU and Magyar agreed to work together for release of EU cash after weekend talks
Ursula von der Leyen's right-hand man sent to Budapest to begin work for the release of €10 billion as Magyar races to unfreeze the cash in exchange of reforms. According to sources involved in the negotiations, the release of funds is not connected to Ukraine.
Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Zelensky condemns US extension of Russian sanctions waiver
The US argues that the waiver is meant to ease the energy supply crunch sparked by the US-Israel war with Iran.
Argentina: Buenos Aires mixes faith and techno in tribute to Pope Francis
Argentina marked one year since Pope Francis’s death on Friday 18 April 2026 with a large open air tribute in Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires. A DJ priest led the tribute, mixing electronic music with messages of peace. The gathering drew large crowds.