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Crowds celebrate Saudi National Day with flags, performances and military parade
Crowds celebrate Saudi National Day in Riyadh with flags, traditional performances and a military parade amid heightened regional tensions.
Fire at Starlink station in central Poland was 'sabotage,' digital affairs minister says
Poland, a NATO and EU member state along the alliance's eastern flank, has accused Russia of "sabotage" on several occasions since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Netherlands confirms Eurovision return as Spain weighs continued boycott
Despite broadcaster AVROTROS maintaining its concerns over Israel’s participation and the war in Gaza, the Netherlands will return to Eurovision in 2027, with the country’s entry now being coordinated by the NPO.
80 years and still steaming: A milestone year for the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer
This October, the Waverley paddle steamer is marking its 80th anniversary with cruises along London’s iconic River Thames.
We need to talk: Greek PM says efforts to return Parthenon Marbles must be revived
Talks on the future of the Parthenon Marbles appear to have reached an impasse according to new reports, as Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis renews diplomatic efforts for all sides to resume stalled negotiations.
Germany seeks wider 'Made with Europe' rules, setting up clash with France
Berlin wants the EU’s “Made with Europe” rules opened to trade partners, challenging France’s push to reserve public contracts for European-made goods.
Britain's largest banks make first interbank transactions using tokenised deposits
Britain's largest banks have completed what the industry describes as the first transactions anywhere using tokenised deposits to move money between one another, a milestone for a blockchain-based form of bank money that the Bank of England favours over privately issued
Wave of AI videos showing far-right protests in Europe spreads online
A mass of AI-generated videos of protests across Europe has emerged on TikTok, which experts say aims to "amplify societal polarisation".
What we know about CIA warning of Russian drone threat to southern Europe
The US has warned southern states of a possible Moscow attack that would see Russia fire 600 km-range drones from commercial ships at Spain, France and Italy. We examine what is known and how the threat is mounting.
US admits there were eight suicide attempts on US aircraft carrier during record Middle East deployment
In August, military families and lawmakers raised the alarm about reported suicide attempts and other serious mental health issues, food shortages and poor hygiene.
Autumn begins but summer heat lingers in Portugal, catching tourists off guard
Autumn has arrived in Portugal, but the summer heat is still being felt. In Lisbon, 36 degrees surprised tourists who did not expect such atypical temperatures for this time of year.
Energy expert warns higher prices will drive up food costs
Osama Rizvi, global market and product strategist at Primary Vision, said consumers are likely to face higher energy bills in the coming months as energy prices continue to rise.
Aman set to open first hotel in the Maldives complete with an entire island dedicated to wellness
Amanolu in the Vaavu Atoll will have just 52 keys as well as 16 private residences, which also have their own island.
Bulgaria's battery storage boom pays off as summer drought hits power plants
Low administrative hurdles, a receptive market for clean energy and EU funding are among the reasons expert cite for the country's leading green energy role in the region.
Udi Christians worship at Azerbaijan's Karabakh monasteries
A religious service at the historic Gandzasar monastery has offered a rare insight into Karabakh’s Christian heritage, as historic religious disputes linger while Azerbaijan and Armenia work toward lasting peace.
EU must 'act now' over Trump's attack on ICC, MEP Chloé Ridel says
Socialists and Democrats MEP Chloé Ridel said US President Donald Trump's attacks on the International Criminal Court (ICC) are "unacceptable", accusing him of seeking to "erase the court" because it is "out of his control".
Commission opens registrations for first Zero Pollution Forum and launches next phase of making zero pollution work in practice
The renewed platform will focus on implementation and integrated solutions that contribute to environmental protection and competitiveness. Registrations for the 1st EU Zero Pollution Forum opened on 22 September, which takes place in Brussels on 7 December. Jessika Roswall,
Germany to abandon fossil fuels by 2045. How does the rest of Europe compare?
Germany has become the third country in Europe to unveil a national roadmap away from fossil fuels. But experts say targets still 'fall short'.
Hurricane Polo brings powerful waves to Mexico's Pacific coast
As Hurricane Polo weakens to Category 4, Lazaro Cardenas residents and military brace for more damage, reinforcing Playa Azul’s seafront against pounding waves.
The AI battlefield: Europe embraces the ‘new normal’
Good morning. It’s Thursday, and my name is Angela Skujins. On today’s agenda: exploring the role of artificial intelligence (AI) on Europe’s battlefield, keeping the international justice system accountable, and how to stop the world’s islands from sinking.
Europe's security and prosperity start before people reach its borders
Europe is looking in the wrong direction, writes Jean-Nicolas Beuze, UNHCR Representative to the EU, in an Euronews opinion piece. Europe cannot prevent every conflict or stop every person moving, but it can help shape their future closer to home.
UN to protect statehood of disappearing island nations
The United Nations General Assembly will endorse, by consensus, a landmark declaration aimed at ensuring that countries whose territory may become partly or entirely uninhabitable because of rising sea levels do not lose their statehood or their place in the international system.
The EU wants to protect children online. What about everyone else?
The EU's new EU Kids Act wants to protect minors from addictive platform designs. Critics warn that age-based protection alone may deepen exclusion for disabled users, migrants and the undocumented.
Help shape the future of Europe’s defence industry
The EU Defence Readiness Roadmap 2030 sets out objectives and milestones to strengthen Europe’s defence technological and industrial base. It aims to expand production capacity, accelerate delivery, and reduce critical dependencies across supply chains. In support of these
Carrara marble: Can a sculpture created by an AI robot be considered as art ?
In Italy's Carrara marble quarries, a centuries-old craft is being transformed by artificial intelligence. Robots can now carve complex sculptures from blocks of stone, raising a fundamental question: if a machine does the carving, where does the art begin and the craft end?
Trump welcomes Xi Jinping with red carpet, military honours and flyover
Xi Jinping arrives in Maryland for a US state visit, greeted by Donald Trump in a ceremony with flags, military honours and a flyover.
Most EU citizens says CAP is 'delivering on its promises'
Most Europeans consider agriculture and rural areas important for Europe's future. Another93% say that securing a stable food supply for the EU is “crucial.” This is according to the latest Eurobarometer published on 22 September. An even larger share of Europeans believe that
Swiss voters expected to reject bid to enshrine stricter neutrality in constitution
Switzerland's traditional position is one of well-armed military neutrality, but Russia's war in Ukraine reopened questions over its non-engagement in foreign conflicts.
Night-time grape harvest is Alentejo estate's answer to extreme heat
More frequent heatwaves are changing how winegrowers work. In Alentejo, one of Portugal's hottest regions, an estate now harvests at night to improve working conditions.
Markets mixed as investors eye oil price volatility and US bonds
Shares were trading mixed early on Thursday morning, as investors tried to digest the recent swings in oil prices and the US bond market.
Europe Today: Trump tells countries to quit ICC, EU defence chief speaks to Euronews
EU defence chief speaks to Euronews as US President Donald Trump calls on every country belonging to the International Criminal Court to quit. Meanwhile, as war in the Middle East disrupts global oil supplies and refining costs soar, European consumers are feeling the pinch
Kazakhstan's new political era: Constitutional reform
When the Mission of Kazakhstan to the European Union gathered diplomats, journalists and academics under the round felt roof of a traditional yurt for the latest edition of the Shanyraq Dialogues, the symbolism was deliberate. Key takeaways As Ambassador Roman Vassilenko, Head
Judge orders Trump to restore CNN, Politico and MS NOW's access to White House
Trump justified the ban in a social media post on Friday, accusing the outlets of publishing "fake news" and warning that other news organizations could face similar treatment.
EU told: 'Strongly support member states’ efforts to combat poverty'
The EU and its member states are being urged to do more to combat poverty in Europe. The demand is timely as it comes just ahead of International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (17 October). Approximately 20.9% of the European Union population—about 92.7 million people—was
Albanese says OpenAI hacked government health website in 'obviously unacceptable' breach
OpenAI did not raise the alarm with the Australian government until September, when it sent a message to a generic email inbox that is only checked once each day.
Is the EU's electricity ‘diverse’ enough? Renewables slip year-on-year despite huge solar boom
More than half of electricity generated in the EU came from renewable energy sources during the second quarter of 2026, new data shows.
Montenegro's EU accession bid faces race against time to solve bilateral issues with Croatia
Montenegro's 2028 EU accession timeline is at risk unless it resolves soon its bilateral disputes with Croatia over war crimes, maritime borders, and property claims.
Latest news bulletin | September 24th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
'No one's happy': Europe wrestles with fallout from Usmanov saga
France's successful push to remove Uzbek-Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov from the sanctions list has left a bitter aftertaste among officials and diplomats in Brussels, who now fear a dangerous precedent.
The world’s best spas for 2026 have been revealed – and Italy leads the way
Italy took centre stage at this year’s World Spa Awards after being named the world’s best spa destination. Italian retreats and other European spas were also crowned at the 2026 gala.
Never a better time to visit British capital
“Bayeux mania” is officially sweeping the art world and that means there’s never been a better time to visit London where the famous Bayeux Tapestry is now on display to the public. The legendary tapestry has just made its highly anticipated public debut at London’s British
Turkish Airlines orders 150 Boeing 737 MAX jets in major new deal
Turkish Airlines said on Wednesday it was to buy 150 jets from Boeing that would be scheduled for delivery between 2033 and 2037.
Europe’s fuel crisis: These 10 oil stocks soared as much as 87% in 2026
Record diesel prices and refining margins have pushed Europe's oil majors up 40% to 87% this year. Here are the ten best performers.
Chinese goods transshipment haunts Trump-Xi meeting: Nine Latin American countries flagged by the White House
The White House named nine Latin American nations among 40 flagged for transhipping Chinese goods, before the Trump–Xi summit in Washington as the issue is likely to be discussed during the meeting on Thursday.
US President Trump offers grand welcome to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping
In comments released by Chinese state media Xi also said that he was looking "forward to in-depth exchanges with President Trump on major issues concerning our bilateral relations and the global situation,".
Eating garden weeds to survive in Russian-occupied city cut off from food and water
The BBC has spoken to residents in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian town of Oleshky who say they are being "constantly shelled".
'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia
Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity.
Lidl banned from selling copycat Birkenstock sandals, Dutch court rules
Lidl must also compensate Birkenstock and pay its legal fees, according to the court ruling
Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for continued pressure on Russia at UN General Assembly
Zelenskyy questioned Russia’s willingness to end the war, portraying Vladimir Putin as a leader who continues to expand conflict rather than seek peace.