Eiffel Tower chief to quit after female staff replaced by men during religious visit
The company that runs the Eiffel Tower said the removal of female staff during the visit earlier this month was "unacceptable".
Headlines
- All
- Africa
- Asia
- Business
- Culture
- Environment
- Europe
- Gaming
- Markets
- Middle East
- Movies & TV
- Music
- Politics
- Science
- South America
- Tech
- World News
Ukraine pushes for 'bold action' on Russian assets to plug $78 billion gap in 2027
Russia's relentless airstrikes are deepening Ukraine's financial gap. As costs rise and the deficit swells, the country is pleading with European allies to tap into the immobilised Russian assets.
No energy shortage, but a painful winter looms for Europe, top EU energy leader warns
Europe needs to protect consumers from another energy price shock while making fossil fuels less central to the economy. Emergency measures can soften the immediate blow, but Brussels is warning governments not to let short-term subsidies or tax decisions undermine the green
Pressure grows within EPP to expel Vučić’s SNS party over Mladić funeral
The EU’s largest political family linked the participation of senior Serbian officials at Mladić’s funeral to its ongoing scrutiny of the Serbian Progressive Party, which could ultimately lead to its suspension or expulsion from the EPP.
With two Orbán-era ministers detained, Magyar's 'Operation Purge' takes shape
Prime Minister Péter Magyar’s “Operation Purge” has entered a new phase with the detention of two former ministers. Holding officials from the Orbán era to account was a central campaign pledge, and Magyar says the drive will now accelerate. Fidesz has denounced the effort as
Spanish company Sateliot to launch five satellites with SpaceX to boost global 5G
Sateliot will launch five satellites with SpaceX on Thursday, taking its constellation to 11. The Draconis mission will double passes and halve revisit time, strengthening its 5G NTN IoT service.
Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit 2026: Five of the key takeaways
Figures from across the travel industry joined Euronews in Brussels on 29 September. Here’s the most important things to know.
French students blockade schools nationwide to demand more resources
Hundreds of secondary school students blocked school entrances in Rennes and Paris during a national day of action, calling for more staff and funding for education.
Russian nuclear-capable Tu-95 crashes in Far East, killing six crew members
The bomber went down near Krasnoyarovo shortly after taking off from the Ukrainka air base, which Russia had used to shelter surviving strategic bombers after Ukraine's Operation Spiderweb destroyed or damaged more than 40 aircraft at Russian airfields in June 2025.
Latest news bulletin | September 29th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 29th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Baku Security Forum puts cross-border threats in focus
The Baku Security Forum brought together security and intelligence officials from different countries to discuss counterterrorism, emerging threats and stronger international cooperation.
What Ireland’s new AI regulator means for digital businesses
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become the tool of choice for countless businesses in Ireland over the past 18 months. Although the technology has been evolving for the best part of 75 years, it’s only recently that large language models (LLMs) have found their way into public
UK PM Burnham to lay out 'options' for EU relations later this year
The country's divisive 2016 vote to leave the EU has once again been thrust under the spotlight this year amid mounting calls from leading Labour figures for Britain to re-enter the bloc.
Nvidia rival AMD bets $8.2bn on the 'godmother of AI' and her virtual worlds
World Labs builds world models, AI systems designed to understand how objects and spaces behave, allowing them to simulate what might happen when something moves or an action is taken.
Global economic impact of Iran war ‘unbearable,’ Qatar warns as talks continue
The war has choked shipping through Hormuz and disrupted Gulf exports. Qatar said it has continued to mediate between Washington and Tehran, warning that the fallout has now affected multiple sectors and not just energy.
Eiffel Tower director announces departure after row over sidelining of female staff
A month ago, the exclusion of female staff during a visit by an ultraconservative Hindu group sparked a strike and forced the monument to close for a day.
Tokyo records longest rainy streak on record with 34 consecutive days
Tokyo has recorded 34 consecutive days of rain, marking the longest such streak on record, according to Japan's weather agency.
France's public debt soars to a record 119% of GDP
France's public debt reached 3,595.5 billion euros at the end of June, Insee said, a record high that is set to keep rising as the outlook worsens.
IEA could consider more oil reserve releases as Europe faces tough winter
The IEA says it could consider releasing more emergency oil stocks if supply disruptions worsen, although another release is not currently its top priority. Europe faces a difficult winter after spending more than €100bn extra on energy imports since the Iran war began.
Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO: Baku-Brussels flights on the horizon for 2027
Azerbaijan is boosting connectivity with four-weekly flights between Baku and Brussels. But beyond the capital, Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO Florian Sengstschmid told Euronews that visitors should discover the country’s hidden villages.
Evicted 87-year-old Madrid pensioner can return home, says tenants union
An 87-year-old woman whose eviction fuelled protests over Spain’s housing crisis will be able to return to her Madrid home following an agreement with the property owner.
Spanish government unveils new measures aimed at easing housing crisis
The government has been facing growing pressure from a housing protest movement amid high costs and public outcry over the eviction of an 87-year-old woman.
Pope's visit to France is 'beginning of a new mission to Europe', expert says
Austen Ivereigh, a fellow in Contemporary Church History at Oxford University, thinks one of the biggest themes of Pope Leo XIV's pontificate will be "to build a new world order", as he sees the old one "has crumbled".
Estonia blames Russia for arson at defence company supplying Ukraine
Russia has been accused of launching sabotage attacks across a number of European Nato countries which have been helping Ukraine.
Middle East oil exports rise as LNG traffic through Hormuz picks up
Months into the war with Iran, Gulf exporters are finding ways to keep oil and gas moving, but crossing Hormuz remains risky and some customers are still missing contracted cargoes.
One in eight cancer cases worldwide is linked to preventable infections, study finds
Infections caused by viruses, bacterium and parasites caused an estimated 2.3 million new cancer cases in 2024, with low- and middle-income countries bearing most of the burden.
Counterfeit medicine trade: how online pharmacies are selling deadly fake painkillers across Europe
Deadly synthetic opioids disguised as legitimate painkillers are being sold online across Europe, as counterfeit medicines linked to multiple deaths in the Netherlands expose the dark side of e-commerce.
Masters of Uzbekistan: how traditional crafts are passed on to new generations
Traditional workshops in Uzbekistan are teaching younger generations the skills behind woodcarving, embroidery and ceramics, while adapting their work to contemporary tastes and new opportunities.
Protesters march for unrestricted abortion access in Chile and Colombia
Demonstrators gathered in Santiago and Bogotá on International Safe Abortion Day, calling for greater access to abortion and defending reproductive rights.
'I was lured into a trap': Evan Gershkovich on moment that led to 16 months in Russian jail
The US journalist says he realised he was a "a pawn in a greater game" when he was not interrogated or tortured by FSB agents.
Italy's battery gold rush: Energy storage creates a new market
From paper projects to batteries now online: the energy market is changing and the value of storage is soaring worldwide
Battery gold rush: How energy is creating a new market in Italy
From plans on paper to batteries up and running: how the energy market is being reshaped and energy storage is becoming ever more valuable
Celine Dion surprises Paris Fashion Week with performance at L'Oréal show
Canadian singer Celine Dion made a surprise appearance at L'Oréal's fashion show in Paris, performing on stage with the Eiffel Tower in the background alongside a star-studded line-up of celebrities and models.
Inflation in Spain surges to 4.9% in September on higher fuel prices
Inflation in Spain climbed 0.6% in September to 4.9%, driven by higher fuel prices, lubricants and package holidays. Core inflation rose 0.2% to 3.1%.
French hard-right leader accuses opponents of 'total war' after claims of antisemitism
National Rally President Jordan Bardella says he will sue for libel over comments he is accused of making as a young activist.
‘KEEP OU-’: Banksy’s powerful anti-Brexit installation to go up for sale
Titled “Keep Ou T” and currently displayed ahead of Phillips' Frieze Week Modern & Contemporary Art Auctions in London, the artwork dates from 2019 and goes under the hammer next month.
Exclusive: EU-wide digital levy might generate up to €25bn annually for next budget
The European Parliament's proposed digital levy could raise up to €25bn a year for the next EU budget, five times the Commission's estimate, according to figures shared exclusively with Euronews by MEP Danuše Nerudová.
Spain announces ban on evictions after protests over 87-year-old woman's removal from flat
The ban is part of a number of proposals that must be approved in parliament within 30 days.
European Travel Commission CEO: 'Climate change is the biggest threat to tourism right now'
While Europe remains the world’s tourism playground, Eduardo Santander of the European Travel Commission told Euronews that the continent needs to coordinate better to tackle climate challenges and congestion.
Polo makes landfall in Mexico as Category 3 hurricane, cutting power and causing floods
This year's Pacific hurricane season is shaping up as more severe than usual, as a Super El Niño, an extreme version of a recurring weather pattern, wreaks devastation, in the form of historic droughts and flooding.
French students clash with police as blockades over conditions in schools intensify
Tens of thousands were expected to rally in Paris and other cities, with teachers and fire services striking nationwide although with public transport not badly affected.
‘Climate change is very much related to travel costs,’ says tourism chief
European Travel Commission CEO Eduardo Santander says rising travel costs, labour shortages and climate change are putting pressure on Europe’s tourism industry.
Central Europe should be marketed as one destination, tourism leaders tell Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit
Hungarian and French tourism leaders say closer cross-border cooperation could create richer experiences for visitors, while better use of data and greater protection of nature are vital to the region’s future.
Celine Dion kicks off Paris Fashion Week with surprise performance
The singer appeared at the end of L'Oreal's annual show as the French fashion bonanza kicked off.
Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit: US envoy says Global Entry for Belgians could come by end of 2026
Bill White, Ambassador of the United States to Belgium, told Euronews that Belgian travellers could soon breeze through major US airports as Global Entry plans move forward.
Trump's AI rebrand sparks unexpected rush for Slovenian .si domains
After Trump told the UN General Assembly that "artificial intelligence" sounded "fake" and the US would adopt "super intelligence" or SI, Slovenia's domain registrations jump from 3,500 a month to a whopping 3,700 a day.
Slovakia school attack leaves one dead and two injured, emergency workers say
The attack, at a school in the southwest of the country, was reportedly carried out by a student.
Latest news bulletin | September 29th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 29th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Iran warns no regional oil is safe as IRGC touts new weapons
Parliament speaker Ghalibaf said if Iran cannot sell oil, "no one in the region will sell oil," as the IRGC called Trump "a big liar," said US bases were the "only source of insecurity" in the region and warned new weapons were being prepared for the battlefield.
Anthropic IPO filing warns AI may pose 'existential risks to humanity'
Anthropic has devoted almost a third of its IPO prospectus to risk factors, warning that its AI may pose "existential risks to humanity", while the filing also reveals a $42 billion (€36.9bn) net loss last year and a heavy reliance on just two customers.