Long COVID costs could cost up to €115.3bn per year over the next decade, study shows
Six years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, its economic impact lingers, with long COVID disrupting the employment of around one in five workers.
Headlines
- All
- Africa
- Asia
- Business
- Culture
- Environment
- Europe
- Gaming
- Markets
- Middle East
- Movies & TV
- Music
- Politics
- Science
- South America
- Tech
- World News
Germany cuts fuel tax as oil prices surge on Iran blockade
Following tense exchanges between Economics Minister Reiche and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, the government held talks over the weekend. Will the coalition succeed in easing the burden on citizens, or will it collapse?
Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja arrested at Palestine Action protest in London
Massive Attack frontman Robert Del Naja was among 500 people arrested at Palestine Action protest in London this weekend. The celebrated trip-hop musician said he wanted to attend the protest despite the consequences a potential arrest could have on his career and touring.
'What House Are You From?': A daughter's take on her mother's exile from civil war in Spain
Portuguese-Spanish film director and artist Ana Pérez-Quiroga focuses on her mother's memories in her documentary, 'What House Are You From? The film delves into the life of Angelita who was taken from Spain to the then Soviet Union at the age of four, during the civil war.
Watch: 2026 Hungarian elections and 'Péter the Conqueror'
Ladies and gentlemen, the fight is over and we have a winner in the Hungarian elections. Seems like now we can all go home. Or can we? Who is Péter Magyar, and what does his election really mean for Hungary and Europe?
Thinking about moving to Ireland? This entire village, complete with a spa, is up for sale
The Village at Lyons, once owned by Ryanair founder Tony Ryan, has 47 bedrooms and is on the market for a cool €20 million.
Combined air-rail tickets: How to fly, ride and explore Europe on one booking
Booking a train ticket through your airline can take all the hassle out of onward travel, and will ensure you’re protected when things don’t go to plan.
‘Sickening’: Donald Trump plans for ‘Arc de Trump’ blasted online
If approved, Donald Trump's “Triumphal Arch” would be taller than both the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.
Latest news bulletin | April 13th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
US to blockade Iranian ports, risking wider war over Strait of Hormuz
US‑Iran talks in Pakistan have collapsed as Trump announced the blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz starting on Monday afternoon, stoking war fears and pushing oil prices sharply higher.
Poland and South Korea upgrade ties to strategic defence partnership deal
During a visit to Seoul on Monday, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung pledged to strengthen their cooperation, particularly in defence.
Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV in ongoging feud with Catholic Church leader over Iran war
The US president launches an unprecedented attack on Pope Leo XIV over the pontiff's rejection of the Iran war, accusing him of being "weak on crime" and hurting the Catholic Church.
Reopening of the Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale: EU threatens to cut funding
In a letter addressed to the president of the Venice Biennale, the European Commission has threatened to freeze €2 million to the cultural institution in response to the reopening of the Russian pavilion.
“I’m not a fan of Pope Leo”: Trump criticises pontiff over Iran comments
US President Donald Trump criticised Pope Leo XIV following comments on the Iran conflict, calling him “very liberal” and saying he was “not a fan” of the pontiff.
Haiti: At least 25 dead in stampede at UNESCO Citadelle Laferrière fortress
At least 25 people died on Saturday, 11 April 2026, after a stampede at the Citadelle Laferrière near Milot, a major tourist site in the north of the country.
Hungary after Orbán: What Péter Magyar’s victory means for Budapest — and for Europe
Hungary has delivered one of the biggest political shocks in modern European politics. After 16 years in power, Viktor Orbán has conceded defeat, and Péter Magyar’s Tisza party is set to take control of parliament after a landslide result in the 12 April 2026 election. With
'Rare rediscoveries': Two Monet paintings unseen for a century to be auctioned in France
Two rare works by French Impressionist Claude Monet will be auctioned this week at Sotheby’s. The paintings, “Îles de Port-Villez” from 1883 and “Vétheuil, effet du matin” from 1901, highlight Monet’s obsession with the River Seine in Paris and until recently were only known
German Chancellor Merz the most unpopular head of government in the world, survey shows
Surveys show Friedrich Merz as the most unpopular leader across 24 democracies, far behind Narendra Modi, Lee Jae-myung and Andrej Babiš in approval.
Oil jumps above $100 after failed peace talks, forint surges after the Hungarian election results
Oil prices surged and stock markets dipped after reports that the US may move to block the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile in Europe, the Hungarian forint rose following the election results.
Magyar victory will bring more 'European unity', former European Council chief Michel says
Former European Council President Charles Michel told Euronews' Europe Today morning show this is a "historic moment" for Hungary and says Orbán's relationship with Ukraine and the US was "disturbing".
235 key cross-border energy projects to boost Europe’s interconnectivity
The second list of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union. It outlines 235 selected cross-border energy infrastructure projects that will strengthen energy connectivity across
The EU is boosting drone production - is it ready for war?
Is the European Union doing as much as it can to protect its citizens?
Britney Spears enters rehab facility weeks after alleged DUI arrest
Britney Spears has voluntarily entered a rehab clinic following her alleged DUI (Drinking Under the Influence) arrest on 4 March.
New energy market integrity and transparency rules
Two important sets of rules aimed at making energy markets more transparent and fairer have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union. One set of rules, a Delegated Regulation on inside information platforms and registered reporting mechanisms, relates to the
Peru faces protests as election delays fuel doubts over vote integrity
Peru’s presidential election on Sunday, 12 April 2026, was thrown into uncertainty after widespread logistical failures prevented thousands of voters from casting their ballots, delaying the outcome.
Iconic Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92
Asha Bhosle, one of the most celebrated Indian singers of all time and one the most versatile Bollywood artists, has died.
Hungary: jubilant scenes across Budapest follow Magyar’s victory
Hungary saw large crowds take to the streets on Sunday, 12 April 2026, after Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat, ending 16 years in power.
Newsletter: Cautious optimism in Brussels as Orbán ousted in landslide Hungarian opposition win
Péter Magyar's stunning electoral win is instilling hope that critical EU support to Ukraine blocked by the Orbán government could be unlocked. But officials also warn the new government faces a huge challenge in undoing democratic backsliding and tapping into frozen EU funds.
Leaders' statement on the two-week ceasefire concluded between the United States and Iran
This statement has been endorsed by President Macron, Prime Minister Meloni, Chancellor Merz, Prime Minister Starmer, Prime Minister Albanese, Prime Minister Carney, President Dan, acting Prime Minister Frederiksen, Prime Minister Frostadóttir, Prime Minister Jetten, Prime
Galician genes: New study suggest Christopher Columbus was from Spanish nobility
For the first time, a new scientific study has provided genetic evidence that points to Christopher Columbus having descended from Galician nobility in Spain and specifically from the Sotomayor lineage.
Can Europe boost its drone defence? Ask the Euronews chatbot
Russia has violated NATO airspace approximately 37 times since 2022. The EU wants to accelerate the bloc’s drone production and boost its defence strategy against hybrid threats. Can Europe ramp up its hybrid-detection system? Ask the Euronews chatbot.
Rail leads Europe towards energy independence
Amid the latest energy crisis, the Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER) has reiterated the key role rail transport plays in keeping citizens and goods moving across the Single Market while reducing Europe’s fossil fuel dependence. CER calls on the
Europe Today Special: Magyar beats Orbán — what's next for EU-Hungary relations?
Watch Europe Today's special edition on the Hungarian elections, live from Brussels and Budapest with top interview guests and in-depth analysis of Péter Magyar’s landslide victory over Viktor Orbán.
Is the UK about to rejoin the EU?
No one should be surprised by the growing number of voices calling for Britain to return to the EU, or at least to accelerate and deepen the “reset” currently underway. There are four sets of reasons for this, writes Richard Corbett, former UK MEP: Economic: Brexit has turned
Black British music, Beef and bandaged terror: What's to see, do or hear this week in Europe
Netflix's hit series Beef returns for season 2 while London's V&A East celebrates British Black music in a landmark new exhibition. Here's what else to look out for this week.
‘Mezcal is a way of life’ for Mexican communities – but its popularity is costing the earth
Mezcal production in Mexico has gone from about 1 million litres in 2010 to more than 11 million in 2024.
Latest news bulletin | April 13th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Iconic hotels made famous by film and TV shows
From obvious scene stealers in The White Lotus to the unexpected gem in David Lynch’s Twin Peaks, these properties are well worth checking into for cinephiles.
AI is already in British classrooms and policy needs to catch up
Artificial intelligence has moved well beyond the experimental phase in education. By 2026, it is no longer something schools approach cautiously or debate in the abstract, but a technology embedded in daily practice, shaping how lessons are planned, how students engage with
Peruvian presidential election results delayed as tens of thousands get one-day voting extension
Peruvian voters will now have to wait at least one additional day to learn the results of the country’s presidential elections due to an issue authorities said was logistical, which left thousands of people unable to vote on Sunday.
UK could adopt EU single market rules under new legislation
The move has raised questions over parliamentary scrutiny of future rules to deliver planned EU deals.
Viktor Orbán's Hungarian experiment runs out of steam
Péter Magyar's historic win offers peace for a country exhausted by the tensions of Viktor Orbán's rule, Nick Thorpe reports from Budapest.
Orbán era swept away by Péter Magyar's Hungary election landslide
Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule is over, defeated by a 45-year-old ex-party insider who convinced a majority of Hungarians to oust him.
The Dutch village at risk of being demolished
Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.
Hungary's incoming PM Péter Magyar demands 'Orbán's puppets' leave office
Hungary's incoming PM Péter Magyar said he plans to visit Brussels in a bid to get billions in frozen EU funds unlocked as he vows to restore system of checks and balances.
No clouds on the horizon: France and Portugal strengthen their relationship with Treaty of Porto
The Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between the two countries entered into force this Sunday, a partnership 'at the service of the French and the Portuguese, and of a Europe that decides for itself'.
Hungary election: Supporters of Peter Magyar's party celebrate in Budapest
Supporters of Peter Magyar, leader of the pro-European conservative TISZA party, celebrate on the banks on the river Danube in Budapest.
'A truly historic moment': Hungarian opposition wins election landslide
Rajini Vaidyanathan broadcasts from outside Hungary's parliament as crowds hear about the prime minister's concession.
Sinner beats Alcaraz at Monte Carlo ATP and returns to top spot in the rankings
The South Tyrolean champion beat the Spaniard with a score of 7-6, 6-3. The victory on clay enabled him to return to first place in the rankings, collecting a new record.
Whale Timmy: Can whale songs still save him? Biologist prepares autopsy
For days now, marine biologists have been assuming that there is no rescue for Timmy the humpback whale stranded in the Bay of Wismar. The Environment Minister of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is now talking about a "minimally invasive attempt to mobilise the whale".