Cuts to income tax: experts back the measures but warn situation in Portugal may worsen
A cut in income tax and pension bonuses bring some relief amid inflation and clawback measures, but global conditions may yet make matters worse.
A cut in income tax and pension bonuses bring some relief amid inflation and clawback measures, but global conditions may yet make matters worse.
EU Parliament boss Roberta Metsola speaks exclusively to Euronews, a day after Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU's first "associate member" — a plan Trump has threatened with "very serious tariffs." Canadian PM Mark Carney is set to address the EU Parliament
The US trade war is pushing Canada towards Europe. Defence, aerospace and industrial technology are where European companies may gain first.
The head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen (pictured), says AI has the “potential to benefit humanity”. Her comments came on Wednesday in her landmark “state of the union” address to MEPs. A speech touched on numerous areas and they included AI which has rocketed
Researchers said the flood was caused by a "compound crisis" shaped by long-term warming, glacier retreat, permafrost thaw and geological instability. A 2015 earthquake is also thought to have played a role.
The circular economy is no longer an aspiration—it is becoming a necessity. As industries seek to reduce their environmental footprint while preserving valuable resources, extending the life of products through refurbishment has emerged as one of the most effective strategies
Rheinmetall boss Armin Papperger on empty missile stocks, ramping up arms production and tomorrow’s weapon systems: what part will Skyranger, drones, robots and space play?
Rheinmetall chief Armin Papperger on empty missile stockpiles, expanding defence production and the weapons systems of tomorrow. What role will Skyranger, drones, robots and space play?
Thermal conversion technology is being used to turn rubbish into products including vinegar, biochar and oil.
The Paris talks come as Lebanon is seeking international backing to strengthen its armed forces and prevent a security vacuum in the south of the country.
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Traders are pricing Anthropic above $2 trillion (€1.73tn) in pre-IPO markets, more than double the company's valuation in its last private funding round, as investors wait for the public release of the S-1 filing that could open the way to the largest flotation in history.
The State of the Union speech saw the Commission president outline what sound like grand plans for European security, but big questions remain unanswered.
On 18 August, Israel launched eight airstrikes against the Abu al-Duhur air base in northwestern Syria, located approximately 70 kilometres from the Turkish border. Israel also reportedly informed the United States that Turkey might be preparing to deploy radar systems and air
People with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are significantly more likely to experience a range of gastrointestinal symptoms, according to a new systematic review covering more than 1.9 million people.
European Commission chief Ursula Von der Leyen pitched the idea of associate membership for Ottawa during her annual State of the Union speech on Wednesday, with Canadian PM Mark Carney in attendance.
Europe claims four places among the world’s top 10 cities for economic strength, liveability and future potential: London, Paris, Dublin and Zurich. The US accounts for five, led by New York.
A new Greenpeace study has found that fares have risen in 14 European capitals since 2023, with some cities seeing prices climb by more than 50% – although public transport has become cheaper in four others.
In a Euronews Forum panel in Dubai, Azerbaijan’s presidential advisor Hikmet Hajiyev said peace with Armenia is “an uphill struggle,” but Azerbaijan is committed to preserving the Christian heritage on its territory as it is part of its history.
Former minister and MEP Rachida Dati is on trial in Paris in the Renault-Nissan case, accused of corruption and influence peddling after taking €900,000 from a group subsidiary for counseling. Carlos Ghosn is being tried in the same case in absentia.
For a third time, the US House has voted to end the war in Iran, approving a war powers resolution that would halt President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military action without congressional approval.
The La Liga president criticised Mbappé, Vinícius and Ibrahima Konaté for partially rolling up a T-shirt supporting Ceuta, hiding the message "We are all from Ceuta", amid a migration crisis and social tension in the city.
The Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to a range of 3.75% to 4%, its first increase since July 2023, in a unanimous 12-0 vote that puts Chair Kevin Warsh directly at odds with the US president who appointed him.
Kosovo’s ex-president Hashim Thaçi gets 25 years for war crimes, sparking mass protests in Pristina as supporters chant and clash with police.
Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and MEP Dirk Gotink (EPP, Netherlands) Photographer: Mathieu Cugnot © European Union The European Parliament has approved a major overhaul of the EU’s customs system, tightening requirements on e-commerce platforms, introducing a new handling
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the podium Photographer: Dati Bendo © European Union European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen used her State of the Union address on Wednesday (16 September) to make the case for a more independent Europe,
Residents of Piddington, an Oxfordshire village, have voted for symbolic independence from the UK in protest against plans to house more than 1,000 migrants at a nearby former military base.
TotalEnergies service stations are accused of distorting competition as they display France's lowest-priced fuel. Supermarkets that usually sell fuel as a loss leader to pull in customers are furious, along with independent service stations.
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The leaders of the six nations agreed to deepen cooperation in manufacturing, technology and transport, with a stronger focus on regional value chains. The new format will meet again at the leaders’ level in Kazakhstan in 2028.
A source familiar with the matter said around 680 Revolut customers across several European countries were affected.
The deal underscores a broader push by drugmakers to integrate AI across research and development to boost new drug discovery.
The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 27th Latin Grammys. The ceremony will take place on 12 November at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
The Latin Recording Academy announced on Wednesday the nominees for the 27th Latin Grammy Awards. The ceremony will be held on 12 November at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
Anthropic's latest report on the abuse of its AI model found that a Russian-linked hacking group used Claude to automate attacks on more than 20 organisations, including Ukrainian defence ministries and drone suppliers, while separate operators ran pro-Kremlin disinformation in
Rome-based startup Exein raises $270 million, reaching a $1.7 billion valuation. The company secures Physical AI, protecting over 1.5 billion connected devices across multiple industries.
At least 21 people, including 11 children, have died and dozens more are missing after an apartment building collapsed in Gaza from damage sustained in earlier Israeli strikes.
Russia's new rules requiring medical graduates to commit to regional hospital postings before enrolment have left 1,500 residency places unfilled at top universities, even as applications hit record highs.
"I would like to work with you on opening the door for Canada to be the first associate member of the EU," von der Leyen told the Canadian prime minister, who was attending her annual keynote speech -- drawing a standing ovation in the chamber.
Christian Democratic Union leadership throws its weight behind the chancellor ahead of two state elections this weekend.
Greer was known for incisive TV and radio appearances and for her novels, plays and essays which delved into politics, culture and identity.
In a highly unusual move, fast-growing German AI start-up Langdock has moved its legal headquarters from the US to Germany as it seeks to become a "European hyperscaler".
From synthetic drugs to concealed cargo, trained dogs can detect what scanners may miss. At a WCO forum in Tashkent, experts showed how canine units and new technology are increasingly working side by side.
Syria's president delivered the opening keynote in Dubai on Tuesday, a day that also brought the UAE's most complete account of the cyber-attacks it faced this year and new figures on Dubai's media economy.
MEPs give overwhelming backing to a new EU cardiovascular strategy, placing alcohol, food and tobacco policy at the heart of a wider drive to tackle Europe’s biggest killer The European Parliament has given overwhelming backing to a new EU cardiovascular diseases strategy, with
Annual pay differs by about €10,000 between Spanish regions, but a 90-square-metre home can cost up to €383,000 more. In the Balearic Islands and Madrid, buyers need more than €129,000 saved for the deposit and other upfront costs.
Catherine Ringer died at 68 from cancer on 14 September. Since then, artists, politicians and cultural figures have paid tribute to the voice and freedom of the music icon.
Canada is in early talks to join Erasmus+ and possibly Horizon Europe, as Ottawa and Brussels weigh an unprecedented "associate membership" of the EU short of full accession.
“I don’t know if this president is aware that the movie says these [characters] are fascists without knowing that they’re fascists. That’s the point,” said Paul Verhoeven, the director of 'Starship Troopers' - which was the direct reference cited by Trump when posting about
Spain’s firefighters were battling a major wildfire in Tuéjar, in the Valencia region, on 15 September, after flames spread through the Alto Turia Biosphere Reserve.