Pope Leo XIV draws huge crowds in Paris as 600,000 await Mass
On Saturday, Pope Leo XIV continues his visit to France with a large outdoor Mass at Paris's Place de la Concorde, followed by prayers with the faithful in Lourdes.
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Can this German company help end Europe's lithium dependence on China?
China produces up to 70% of the battery-grade lithium chemicals used in Europe. A German recycling firm hopes its new plant can help reduce that dependence, but significant obstacles remain.
Thousands of protesters take to the streets in Madrid over Ceuta migrant crisis
Almost two months after the mass arrival of tens of thousands of migrants in Ceuta, the situation in the autonomous city remains unresolved.
New study reveals surprising origins of bats dating back 65 million years
A genomic study of 103 species and 44 fossils places the origin of bats in Europe 65 million years ago and dates the birth of flight and echolocation, in a Nature paper with CSIC participation.
Latest news bulletin | September 26th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
At least two dead after explosion destroys building close to Acropolis in Athens
Local media report the property included a holiday rental, with US tourists and a UK national among the missing.
Russia strikes Ukraine as Putin denies plans to attack Europe amid growing tensions
On Saturday, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said Russia had also carried out a "double strike" attack on a logistics facility serving fast-food chain McDonald’s.
Baku's week of F1 racing, global security, and record investments
Baku has completed a week of octane-fuelled racing, high-level security facilitation and secured record investments in one of its most dynamic events-filled weeks of the year.
Lourdes: Everything you need to know about Pope Leo XIV's visit
After spending two days in Paris, Leo XIV is set to land at Tarbes Lourdes Pyrénées airport on Saturday evening. He will then begin his visit to Lourdes with Mass at the Massabielle grotto.
The secret behind the Sagrada Familia's final towers: Stone, steel and 21st-century glue
An innovative modular construction system and 24 tonnes of structural adhesive have dramatically accelerated work on Gaudí's Sagrada Familia. More than 140 years after construction began, the Barcelona basilica is reaching one of the defining milestones in its extraordinary
Are you in pain? In some cases, exercising may be as good as painkillers
From pilates to tai chi, even modest amounts of exercise can relieve pain as effectively as common pain medicines, opening the door to holistic therapeutic approaches, according to a new study.
Israeli settlers seizing natural springs in the West Bank
Earlier this month, 12 countries announced new trade sanctions on Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank amid what they called a "rapidly deteriorating" situation marked by increasing settler attacks on Palestinians.
Behind the scenes: How the C8 summit and an oil deal exposed fragile Hungary-Ukraine ties
A dispute over Hungary’s role in Ukraine’s Carpathian Eight summit and the disclosure of an oil-storage deal between MOL and Naftogaz have further strained ties between Budapest and Kyiv, as a separate row over minority rights continues to hold up Ukraine’s EU accession talks.
Saudi coalition says it intercepted Houthi drones and missiles bound for Saudi Arabia
The Houthis declared a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia in July and have since been launching increasing attacks on Saudi cities and shipping, further heightening tensions in the Middle East.
Caught in the crossfire: Cognac pays the price for Europe’s trade wars
French Cognac producers are battling falling sales as trade disputes with China and the US squeeze the export-dependent industry and leave growers seeking EU support.
How Russia recruits Belarusians for war in Ukraine: Methods and consequences
Russia's recruitment drive targeting Belarusians has become a key tool to boost manpower on the battlefield and exploits economic hardship and isolation.
‘Godzilla’ El Niño to be the strongest in living memory. How can we prepare for the unavoidable?
El Niño can’t be stopped, but experts say better preparation and climate action could reduce the damage both now and in the future.
Ljubljana vs Zagreb: Which Central European capital should you visit next?
The capitals of Slovenia and Croatia are overlooked in favour of lake and coastal destinations elsewhere – here’s why it’s time for you to change that.
Why are Norwegians buying more Chinese EVs despite growing scepticism?
Electric cars account for more than 95% of new car registrations in Norway, the highest share in the world. About one in four new EVs registered there are from fully or partly Chinese-owned brands.
Latest news bulletin | September 26th, 2026 – Morning
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Ceuta crisis reignites debate over suspending the EU’s right to asylum
UN Refugee Agency, civil society groups and left-wing MEPs fear any proposal to suspend the right of asylum could enable illegal pushbacks, potentially exposing migrants to violence, torture or death.
What is killing whale calves in Patagonia? bacteria under suspicion
Dozens of southern right whale calves have been found dead on Argentina's Patagonian coast. Scientists are probing a possible bacterial infection after an unusually deadly season.
Three-way race for FIDE Presidency reaches the finish line in Samarkand
The race to become the next president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) is reaching its climax in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Three candidates are vying for the top position, with voting taking place on 26 September. If no ticket secures the required majority in the first
The US lays groundwork for possible military action in Cuba, according to 'CBS News'
The US Army is considering deploying medical, logistics and military police units, as the Pentagon keeps plans ready for possible action in Cuba, the US broadcast network CBS is reporting exclusively.
Russia targeting 'ordinary life' with attacks on Ukraine's data centres, Zelensky says
Such strikes aim to disrupt "people's ability to stay connected, study, work", says Ukraine's president.
AI must serve humans, rather than 'become an instrument of domination and injustice', pope warns
Pope Leo XIV, who has made AI a central component of his pontificate, warned against the dangers of the technology at UNESCO.
Protests erupt in Granada after eviction of 87-year-old woman in Madrid
Protesters gathered in Granada in support of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal after she was evicted from her Madrid apartment.
Iran proposes plan to US to reopen Hormuz in seven days and end the war
Iran’s foreign minister has proposed a seven-day roadmap to Washington by which Iran would reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the US lifts its naval blockade, together with other conditions aimed at ending the war.
Death of a rapper: European Parliament pays tribute to murdered Greek musician Pavlos Fyssas
Marking 13 years since the murder of Greek rapper Pavlos Fyssas by a member of the neo-Nazi Golden Dawn party, MEPs at the European Parliament in Brussels were invited to a performance to pay tribute to the musician's life.
Trump and Xi declare harmony, no confrontation, as US state visit ends
Chinese president Xi Jinping’s state visit to Washington ends on a high note of pomp and less confrontation, as key details of his talks with US president Donald Trump are still to emerge
Latest news bulletin | September 25th, 2026 – Evening
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Emmanuel Macron and Pope Leo XIV set out clashing world views at first meeting in France
Speaking at the Elysée, the pontiff set the tone for his first visit to France; dialogue with the Republic, warnings over AI and a call for peace, while acknowledging ongoing disagreements.
Students strike across Germany in protest against military service
A law establishing voluntary military service came into effect in January, but protest organisers fear compulsory service could follow.
Watch: Pope Leo XIV warns AI could threaten humanity in ‘paradise of machines’
Pope Leo XIV has warned against losing humanity in a “paradise of machines” as artificial intelligence increasingly shapes daily life. During his first papal visit to France, he called for greater ethical discernment and for keeping human beings at the centre of AI discussions.
Four suspects in murder of Dominican singer Julián Oro Duro's wife arrested
The artist was left seriously injured, while his wife, 60-year-old Zeneida Socorro Castillo, was killed. Investigators say she was tortured for six hours in their Santo Domingo home.
Four suspects arrested over murder of Dominican merengue singer's wife
The artist was seriously injured and his wife, 60-year-old Zeneida Socorro Castillo, was killed. According to investigators, she was tortured for six hours in her home in Santo Domingo.
Deep mining for memories: Greece opens digital archive to preserve Serifos ironworks history
"The Living History of the Serifos Mines", a project by the Friends of Serifos funded by Cycladic Identity, has created a digital archive of Greek mineworkers' history and memories.
Ukraine: Russian drone barrage on Kyiv kills teenage boy and wounds 20 residents
A 14-year-old boy was killed after a Russian drone tore into a 16-storey apartment block in Kyiv’s Pecherskyi district overnight on Friday 25 September 2026.
‘Sunlight salary’: Exactly how much solar panels knock off your energy bills – even under grey skies
Despite the money they can save households on electricity bills, just one in 10 European roofs has solar panels.
Obesity and overweight cost European economies billions of euros a year, industry says
Obesity and overweight are costing European economies billions of euros every year, with the burden equivalent to what some countries spend on housing or defence, according to a pharmaceutical industry’s report.
Small businesses in rural France bears the brunt of energy crisis triggered by Iran war
In the Oise department, soaring energy prices driven by the war in Iran are hitting rural businesses hard, as they face rocketing bills for heating oil and diesel.
From Croatia without waste: “truly circular” process offers hazardous chemicals a second life
A clean-tech company in Croatia claims to recycle around three million kilograms of polluted solvents annually – without any waste. An “efficient, safe and economically valuable” recycling process of hazardous chemicals… made in Europe.
Hungary dramatically cuts EU defence loan request under new government
The administration of Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has significantly reduced its requested EU defence loan, from €16.4 billion to €5.4 billion, Brussels announced on Friday.
EU countries agree to release long-stalled €6.6 billion in military aid for Ukraine
The decision to release €6.6 billion through the European Peace Facility comes at a critical juncture for Ukraine, which is grappling with a significant shortfall in its Ministry of Defence budget that could jeopardize drone deliveries.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Primetime' - Robert Pattinson needs to catch his predator (and ratings)
Lance Oppenheim’s narrative debut features a masterful turn from Robert Pattinson in a dark media satire about blurring the lines between journalism and exploitation. Primetime will fascinate and occasionally frustrate as a surface-level mood piece.
Explosion near Acropolis collapses building in Athens’ Plaka, injuring two
A powerful explosion in Athens’ historic Plaka district brought down a two-storey building near the Acropolis on Friday 25 September 2026, injuring at least two people. The cause remains under investigation, although a gas leak is suspected.
Euronews explains: What would a US diesel export ban mean to European countries?
The EU has deepened energy ties with the US while seeking to reduce its exposure to geopolitical shocks. Yet US plans to limit diesel exports expose how quickly commercial dependence can become a strategic vulnerability.
Turkish forces to withdraw from strategic military base in northern Iraq
Turkey will gradually hand over the Bashiqa-Zilkan camp, where it has had troops since 2015, to the Iraqi government.
Ceuta's crisis 'has not been completely solved', says far-right MEP
Marion Maréchal, an MEP from the European Conservatives and Reformists, believes the European asylum rules "must be reviewed", as she considers them "too broad". She said the EU must create a "list of safe countries" from which asylum claims should not be considered.
Europe's top leagues add to pressure on Infantino by calling for FIFA reform
It is the latest rift between football leagues and Infantino, whose biggest projects have been seen as attacks on domestic football and were successfully resisted by a backlash from European officials.