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Europe’s wealth divide mapped: Where are adults richest and poorest?
Average and median wealth per adult varies widely across Europe. See how your country ranks.
Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects
Steve Rosenberg reports on the economic consequences of Russia's war, and how people are coping.
Digital health across Europe: Which country leads access to electronic health records and literacy?
Most European countries have made progress in access to electronic health records. Despite this progress, there is still room for improvement. Low levels of digital health literacy in some countries remain another key challenge.
This Red Sea hotel was named the best new opening in the world by Forbes
After a reader vote, The Red Sea EDITION on Saudi Arabia’s Shura Island beat out competitors including the Orient Express La Minerva and Waldorf Astoria New York.
Latest news bulletin | February 23rd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Age checks in the app store: Can they keep children off social media?
Children can bypass age checks through factory resets, using alternative app stores or accessing social media sites on desktop computers.
Violence erupts in Mexico after military kills notorious cartel leader 'El Mencho'
The drug lord was the Mexican government's biggest prize yet to show the Trump administration in its efforts to crack down on the cartels, and his death was met with a forceful reaction from the the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, known by its Spanish initials CJNG.
Sacred bones: Thousands of pilgrims flock to see historic remains of St Francis of Assisi
To mark the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis of Assisi, Christian faithful will for the first time be able to pray before his remains in the lower church of the Basilica dedicated to the saint.
Norway tops the medals count as Milan-Cortina Olympics close in Verona Arena
The next Winter Games will be held in France, which received the Olympic flag in the official handover in the closing ceremony.
Oman confirms new round of US-Iran nuclear talks will be held on Thursday in Geneva
US President Donald Trump warned on Friday that limited strikes against Iran are possible, and both Iran and the US have signalled they are prepared for war if the talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme fail.
Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped
Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war.
EU demands Trump to deliver on trade pledges after tariffs blocked
The European Commission demanded the US honor its trade commitments after the Supreme Court struck down some of Trump's tariffs. A top EU lawmaker has since moved to pause ratification of last year's EU-US trade deal.
Civil organisations rally in Budapest to mark four years of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine
Civil organisations rally in Budapest to mark four years of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Around 200 people are thought to have attended the event.
Bones of St Francis of Assisi go on public display in Italy
The remains of Italy's patron saint have only been seen in public once before - for one day in 1978.
Greenland says 'no thanks' to Trump US hospital boat
Greenland's PM reminded Trump of its free healthcare, after Trump said he was sending a boat to aid people who were allegedly "not being taken care of".
Latest news bulletin | February 22nd, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Hungary blocks adoption of EU sanctions package until transit oil supplies resume
No EU loans can be handed to Ukraine until oil deliveries to Hungary are resumed, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said after a meeting with the Energy Security Council.
Secret Service shoots and kills armed man at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate
The US Secret Service said the man was observed carrying something that “appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can.”
Mar-a-Lago: Secret Service erschießt bewaffneten Mann an Trumps Anwesen
Der Secret Service teilte mit, dass der Mann dabei beobachtet wurde, etwas bei sich zu tragen, was "wie eine Schrotflinte und ein Benzinkanister aussah".
Ex-CIA agent reveals US could attack Iran as early as Monday
John Kiriakou, a former CIA agent, revealed in a conversation with 'Julian Dorey' during a podcast, that based on information he received from one of his former colleagues in the White House, an attack on Iran could happen as soon as Monday or Tuesday.
Larijani takes over Iran's preparations for war, says report
There has been key changes to Iran's management and defence structure in the wake of a possible war with the United States, according to an article by the New York Times.
80% of Spanish apples contain residues of several toxic pesticides at the same time
A study coordinated by PAN Europe across 13 countries has found that 85% of conventionally grown apples tested contained multiple pesticides at the same time. In Spain, the figure stands at 80%. The combined effects of these substances have not yet been officially assessed.
At least one person person killed as Russia targets Ukraine with 50 missiles
Explosions which Ukrainian authorities have called a terror attack have killed a 23-year-old police officer and injured 25 people in the western city of Lviv.
Experts warn of rapid loss of water in the Baltic Sea: 'A vibrant reef is turning into an underwater wasteland'
At the beginning of February, the water level in the Baltic Sea dropped sharply. Experts tell Euronews it is a result of climate change.
More than 100,000 plastic lids complete world's tallest recycled mural in El Salvador
Venezuelan Óscar Olivares is the man behind the world's tallest mural of plastic lids in the Zacamil neighbourhood of San Salvador. The piece is more than 13 metres high and was built with more than 100,000 pieces recycled by the community.
Explosions kill police officer and injure 25 in western Ukraine
Twenty-five people were injured by explosions overnight in what officials are calling a terror attack.
Pope Leo XIV: 'No change in Church doctrine on gays and trans people'
The Pontiff has dismissed any immediate prospect of change in the Vatican's stance on LGBT+ rights. It's one of many views he's discussed openly with Vaticanist Elise Ann Allen that are contained in a new book "Pope Leo XIV - The Biography."
New luxury tourist train connecting Osaka to UNESCO-listed Mount Kōya to launch in April
Passengers will be able to explore pilgrimage routes, Shingon Buddhist temples and the largest cemetery in Japan.
Latest news bulletin | February 22nd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Arab and Islamic states protest US Ambassador to Israel’s remarks on Israel land expansion
Tensions rise in the Middle East after US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggested Israel could control Arab territories, prompting strong condemnation from Arab and Islamic countries and regional organisations.
Alcaraz stays perfect in 2026 with dominant Doha title run
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz improved to 12–0 in 2026, defeating Arthur Fils 6–2, 6–1 to win the Qatar Open, while Fils capped a breakthrough week with a runner-up finish in Doha.
Iranian students renew anti-government protests in Tehran amid a US military buildup
Videos geolocated at universities in Tehran show students chanting "bi sharaf," or "disgraceful" in Farsi, as clashes erupted against supporters of the government.