‘Important threshold crossed’ as renewables meet world’s energy demands and fossil power drops
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Timelapse footage shows maritime traffic around Gulf, Straight of Hormuz
The passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz - the world's busiest oil shipping canal - has been severely disrupted amid the US-Israeli war with Iran. Timelapse footage shows maritime traffic in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz from April 18 to April 20, amid a fragile
Appetite among NATO members to join Iran war 'very limited', says Norwegian foreign affairs minister
Norway's foreign affairs minister Espen Barth Eide believes Europe is 'doing its part' in the Hormuz Strait, but argues NATO 'is not party to the conflict' in Iran.
Marijuana smokers celebrate 420 in New York
New York's 420 crowds filled Washington Square Park and Tompkins Square Park as revellers marked legal cannabis with music, joints and shifting police controls.
Single-use plastics: Ten countries ahead of schedule on collection targets
Belgium, Denmark and Germany are among the member states to have already met the 2025 single-use plastic (SUP) collection target of 77%. The European Commission published the first report under the Single Use Plastics Directive (SUPD) on Thursday (16 April) based on data from
‘This is a sacrilege’: Nancy Sinatra calls out Donald Trump for using father Frank’s ‘My Way'
Donald Trump recently posted a clip of Frank Sinatra singing his seminal hit song ‘My Way’. No context. Just the clip. And now, Frank's daughter Nancy is speaking out...
Wrist test 'crucial' for Alcaraz French Open hopes
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz says the results of the test on his injured wrist will be "crucial" in determining whether he plays at the French Open.
Following four years of full-scale war, which EU countries are hosting the most Ukrainians?
Millions of Ukrainians remain under EU protection, yet some are heading back. From rising living costs to emotional strain, what’s driving this unexpected reversal?
EU and South Korea strengthen trade and technology co-operation
Trade and Economic Security Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič (pictured) and South Korean Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo co-chaired the thirteenth EU-Republic of Korea Trade Committee, under the Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The two sides strengthened their partnership by holding their
Mexico City: Video shows armed man shooting at tourists at Teotihuacán pyramids
Video and photos published by local media shows a man standing with a gun on top of a pyramid while people duck for cover. A number of gunshots ring out in the videos.
Making housing affordable in the EU
Reform and Investment Task ForceRecovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) Decent housing is a basic need, which also determines access to education, employment, health services, and democratic rights. Affordability and accessibility of housing in the EU has become a source of
Loewe Craft Prize 2026 reveals finalists shaping the future of craft
Loewe names 30 finalists for its 2026 Craft Prize, highlighting global makers across disciplines. The shortlisted works will be shown in Singapore.
Scroll, like, repeat: how the EU plans to boost children's protection online
The Commission presented its plan to protect minors online as it presents a new age-verification system. Member states are legislating to ban children from social media, while the European Parliament is calling for a strict 16-year limit.
EU and Iceland advance ocean cooperation at high-level dialogue in Reykjavik
The European Union and Iceland have held a High-Level Dialogue on ocean cooperation in Reykjavik, reinforcing their shared commitment to sustainable fisheries, Arctic governance, and the blue economy. Fisheries and Oceans Commissioner Costas Kadis, met with Iceland's Minister
Europe Today: Israel ties, Ukraine support top agenda as EU foreign ministers meet in Luxembourg
Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Tim Cook names successor as he steps down as Apple CEO
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down from the job that he inherited from the late Steve Jobs, ending a 15-year tenure that saw the company’s market value soar by more than €3.3 trillion during an iPhone-fuelled era of prosperity.
EU presents first Action Plan under the Pact for the Mediterranean
The European Commission has outlined to representatives from EU member states and the Southern Mediterranean the first set of key initiatives, in the form of an Action Plan, to advance the implementation of the Pact for the Mediterranean. The Pact was developed through an
US Labour Secretary Chavez-DeRemer quits amid misconduct probe
Us labour secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer quits Trump cabinet amid misconduct probes, including alleged affair with a subordinate and misuse of staff.
Here's punk in your eye: Pussy Riot's provocative art manifesto hits Europe
The mission: struggle, protest, resistance. The means: provocation, performance, punk rock. The famous Russian group Pussy Riot is on a European tour with a performance based on Maria Alyokhina's books.
Social media fine print may restrict users’ right to sue, analysis shows
Terms and conditions documents are becoming harder to read and sometimes waive a user’s right to sue the platform in court, according to a new analysis.
‘Miracle tree’ removes 98% of microplastics from drinking water, outperforming chemical alternatives
Moringa is thought to have been used by Ancient Egyptians to sterilise water.
Latest news bulletin | April 21st, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Brushing teeth could cut hospital pneumonia risk, study finds
Regular oral hygiene could reduce hospital pneumonia risk by up to 60%, according to a new study.
These are the best airports in the world for dining – and four are in Europe
From Roman pizzerias at Fiumicino Airport to taxiway views in Munich, these airports take pre-flight food and drink up a notch.
Kazakhstan President Tokayev’s Antalya message and the rise of the 'The World Is Bigger Than Five' approach
Summarizing the speech delivered in Antalya by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev (pictured), it is observed that an emphasis aligned with the perspective of “The world is bigger than five” was made, writes Ahmet SAĞLAM (pictured, below). Held
Gunman opens fire on tourists at Teotihuacan pyramids in Mexico, killing one
Mexican authorities launched an investigation to uncover the motives behind the attack, which took place just before noon local time.
Watch: Magyar visits Tusk - will there be a Warsaw on the Danube?
Péter Magyar has made his first diplomatic priority clear. Before Brussels or Vienna, Hungary's prime minister-elect is heading to Warsaw to meet Donald Tusk. What will they discuss?
Slovakia to vote in July referendum on scrapping lifelong payments for politicians
Slovak prime ministers and parliament speakers who served at least two terms in office receive a lifelong payment, a monthly sum that equals the salaries of lawmakers in Parliament.
Trump refuses to lift Hormuz blockade until Iran deal agreed
Trump’s announcement comes after Iran said earlier it would not be sending a delegation to participate in the second round of high-stakes peace talks in Islamabad that were set to take place on Monday.
Pope Leo XIV holds a giant open air Mass in Angola
Tens of thousands of people attended a giant open-air mass by Pope Leo XIV outside the Angolan capital.
France and Poland discuss boosted defence ties as US commitment to Europe wavers
One theme Macron has repeatedly come back to is a "European preference" for military procurement to ensure greater independence and self-reliance on the continent.
Crime rates in Germany are falling but sexual offences are significantly on the rise
The statistics only cover police investigations so no conclusions can be drawn about convictions or the actual number of offenders. The study also does not include cases that are not reported.
FBI director Kash Patel files $250m defamation suit against The Atlantic
According to The Atlantic, Patel's job as head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation is in jeopardy in part because of what it said were "bouts of excessive drinking" and "unexplained absences".
Timmy, the whale stranded off Germany's coast, swims off and gets stuck...again
The plan was to lift the whale from the seabed using inflatable cushions and transport it with pontoons back to the North Sea or possibly as far as the Atlantic Ocean.
'If Druzhba is operational, Zelenskyy should open it,' Magyar says about pipeline
"He should not go down that street," incoming Hungarian PM Péter Magyar said when asked about new potential Ukrainian demands to reopen the Druzhba pipeline. Brussels ready for Hungary to lift veto if oil flows resume.
Almost 43,000 migrants register in first three days of Spain's regularisation amnesty
Spain's position sharply differs from prevailing attitudes on immigration in Europe, where many governments have been trying to curb arrivals and step up deportations.
Spain's call to suspend EU-Israel agreement set to fail amid broad opposition
Sánchez’s call to suspend the EU association agreement with Israel lacks support ahead of ministerial meeting. Madrid revived proposal after hosting a tw-day progressive convention, urging an end to the war.
Turkey arrests 90 people with suspected links to so-called Islamic State group
Authorities have not officially connected the arrests to a shootout outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on 7 April in which two police officers were wounded.
EU considers freezing Serbia's €1.5 billion in EU funds amid rule of law scrutiny
Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos warned MEPs about concerns including pressure on the judiciary, restrictions on media freedom, and a crackdown on protests in Serbia, alongside broader political tensions linked to its closer ties with Russia.
Hermes – European Research Center appoints Giovanni Kessler as President of the Scientific Committee
Rome, 20 April 2026 – Hermes – European Research Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Giovanni Kessler as President of its Scientific Committee. The Committee, which will be formally established in the coming weeks, will be composed of highly distinguished
From soldier to developer: How German troops are test building their own drones
During the "Grand Quadriga 2026" exercise, the German army has been demonstrating the transformation of modern warfare, where drones, data and speed are increasingly decisive.
UK PM Starmer admits Mandelson envoy appointment was a mistake amid Epstein row
UK police are investigating allegations of misconduct in office by Mandelson, 72, when he was a Labour minister more than 15 years ago. He was arrested and released in February.
Tour de France Femmes UK stage routes revealed
The routes for the UK stages of the 2027 Tour de France Femmes have been revealed, with riders saying it will be "super brutal".
Latest news bulletin | April 20th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Businesses start claiming refunds on Trump's 'unlawful' tariffs
A long-awaited refund portal opened on Monday for US businesses hit by Trump's tariffs, with $127bn in eligible claims already registered. The catch? It could take months, and shoppers will see few benefits.
Fake footage allegedly shows Zelenskyy's friendship with Jeffrey Epstein
The Ukrainian president is a key target of disinformation narratives, with many online users pushing false claims of links between Jeffrey Epstein and other Western leaders.
Can AI read your future? South Korea’s digital shamans put it to the test
A shop in South Korea is using AI to reinvent traditional fortune-telling, replacing human shamans with digital avatars and robots. Visitors enter personal details to receive predictions based on “saju”, a centuries-old belief system.
Foreign airlines to gradually resume flight operations at Qatar’s Hamad International Airport
Qatar Airways also ramps up its global routes for summer as the Gulf state’s aviation sector moves to restore normality following regional tensions.
You can now track the prices of individual hotels with Google
Would-be guests can get email updates on the costs of their choice of hotel for their preferred travel dates.
Singing truth to power: The best protest songs of the past 10 years
Musicians have always harnessed the power of music to protest war, inequality and oppression, in the aim of promoting positive change. Euronews Culture delves into the best protest songs of the last decade.