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Cambodia shuts over 700 cyberscam locations over past year, government says
The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) said last year that hundreds of industrial-scale scam centres across Asia generate just under €35 billion in annual profits.
Iceland’s EU referendum: What to know ahead of vote and what's at stake for Europe
Everything you need to know about Iceland’s Saturday referendum on whether the country should negotiate again to join the European Union.
Oslo mayor calls off wedding ceremony after death of Norway's king
Anne Lindboe, the mayor of Norway's capital, had planned to marry her fiance on Friday.
Extreme heat splits Italy: over 44C in the south, heavy downpours in the north
Italy's stifling summer heatwave continues with temperatures above 44C in the south and islands; the fifth heatwave will peak on Friday and forecasters say the muggy weather may last into September.
Extreme heat splits Italy: over 44C in south, heavy downpours in north
The stifling heat that has gripped Italy all summer shows no sign of easing, with temperatures above 44C in the south and islands, and forecasters warning the sultry weather will persist into September.
Extreme heat splits Italy in two: over 44C in south, heavy showers in north
Sweltering heat continues to grip Italy, with temperatures above 44 degrees in the South and islands. Meteorologists warn the suffocating humidity will persist into September.
Shootings surge as drug gangs torment Brussels
This year alone there have been more than 65 shootings in the Belgian capital, as drug crime soars.
‘Disgusting’: Donald Trump faces backlash for posting AI image of him and Dolly Parton
In one of his latest AI slop posts, Trump took to Truth Social to share an AI-generated illustration of him arm in arm with Dolly Parton walking around the White House. This was a step too far for fans of the artist, who died this week and has left millions mourning her loss.
Greek F-16s intercept Turkish drone over northern Aegean
The Turkish drone reportedly operated in the wider maritime area between Samothrace and Lemnos, immediately triggering surveillance and interception procedures.
Switzerland's Beznau nuclear power plant back online after heatwaves force shutdown
Reactor 1 was first brought online in 1969 and Reactor 2 in 1971, making it one of the oldest nuclear plants in the world.
Waymo in Munich: Could autonomous vehicles make Europe's roads safer?
Waymo is bringing driverless taxis to Munich, its third city outside the US, as data suggests autonomous vehicles are far safer than human drivers.
Are the Baltics safe? CIA director's Moscow trip raises more questions than answers
A rare CIA mission to Moscow has fuelled fears of a possible Russian test of NATO. Baltic officials insist their threat assessments have not changed, but are their reassurances mostly intended to keep public anxiety in check?
Skyrocketing windmills: The world’s tallest wind power plant is going to dwarf the Eiffel tower
The world’s tallest wind turbine is currently under construction in eastern Germany; it will rise 365 metres above ground level. This makes it taller than the Eiffel Tower. The technical masterpiece is due to be operational this autumn. Hans von der Brelie was granted access to
Anna Unger becomes head of Hungary's top anti-corruption body NVVH
The National Asset Recovery and Protection Office is given sweeping investigative and prosecutorial powers. Choosing its head sparked heated debate among experts and politicians and even a surprise withdrawal.
Spain wins EU backing for temporary fuel tax cuts as Middle East crisis keeps prices high
Spain has joined the EU's fuel tax relief club, but also secured exceptional permission to breach the bloc's normal tax floor under the bloc's energy taxation rules.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'The Dog Stars' - A smouldering Jacob Elordi can't save us
Ridley Scott's latest film proves that while a smouldering Jacob Elordi and his faithful dog can't save us in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, Josh Brolin’s goatee can spark some hope.
Fight for water: Dried-up lakes and mass fish deaths at one of Hungary's largest fish farms
The fish farm's manager blames upstream irrigation, but water authorities say water was shared according to the rules and none was witheld.
Major US airlines to launch new European routes for 2027 – here’s where they are flying to
Alaska, American, Delta and United are among the US airlines to announce new direct flights to destinations in Europe next year.
From Caravaggio to Korea: How Malta’s artists are breaking out of the baroque
The BEJN pavilion connects Malta and Korea through poetry, sacred ropes, festa traditions and space data.
August full moon 2026: 126 monuments and museums open with free entry across Greece
Once again this year, archaeological sites, monuments and museums across Greece are bathed in the glow of the August full moon at night.
Kyiv theatre turns Homer’s Odyssey into a story of war and return
A Kyiv theatre is reimagining Homer’s Odyssey through the lens of Ukraine’s war. Odysseus, Maeotis draws on the experiences of Mariupol defenders and former prisoners of war, exploring captivity, separation and the enduring struggle to return home.
Kids' discounts and play areas: The European countries where train travel is a dream for families
Rail companies in Europe are increasingly offering family-friendly services on board and reduced fares for children and young people.
Syria's top Druze leader calls community 'integral part of Israel'
Sheikh al-Aql Hikmat al-Hijri made the declaration at a gathering in Suwayda, praising Israel's model of state-building and saying the two communities shared doctrinal "common denominators," a statement that deepens the rift with Damascus.
Fitch to unveil France's debt rating: 'Status quo seems the most likely scenario'
Fitch, the global credit rating powerhouse, cut France's rating in September of 2025 and upheld it in March 2026. Despite a weaker outlook, Fitch may now delay tougher action until 2027, experts told Euronews.
Russian drone strikes hit Ukraine as warehouses burn
Warehouses, homes and critical infrastructure were damaged across Ukraine, while officials in Kherson warned residents to leave ahead of a winter onslaught.
Who is Norway's new King Haakon VIII?
Haakon becomes the king at a turbulent time for Norway's monarchy.
Spain: Clashes erupt in Ceuta as anti-migrant protesters confront police
Clashes broke out between police and protesters in Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta on 27 August, amid growing tensions over the presence of thousands of migrants.
Is Twitter back? Ex-employee fights to revive the blue bird
Is Twitter back? A startup including former Twitter staffer Stephen Coates launched a new platform this week, giving users early access to a “reclaimed” social media platform and the chance to take the fight to Elon Musk.
Congo begins Ebola vaccinations against world's fastest-growing outbreak
Authorities are deploying a vaccine already proven against a related Ebola strain as trials continue on a new jab designed specifically for Bundibugyo virus.
Russia plans to mobilise 600,000 troops this year and next, Ukraine says
Ukrainian intelligence said Moscow has already decided to call up 300,000 this year and 300,000 in 2027, driven by massive losses and a collapse in voluntary recruitment. Kyiv expects the announcement to come after September's elections.
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Nepal: army rescues hundreds as diaspora mourns lives lost
Nepal’s army rescues hundreds from a flooded hydropower tunnel as more than 1,500 remain missing, while the Nepali diaspora holds vigils in New York.
Dolly Parton offered to undergo experimental cancer treatment to help others, sister reveals
Even as she faced the end of her life, Dolly Parton’s sister has revealed the country music icon was still considering how she could help out others.
Barton… Jack Barton: Could this unknown British actor be the next James Bond?
Relative unknown Jack Barton is reportedly emerging as the surprise frontrunner to become the next James Bond, ahead of further screen tests expected in September.
No more doomscrolling till dawn: Meta sets curfews for teen Instagram use
Meta's Instagram and Facebook will soon lock kids out at midnight and cap their scrolling at two hours a day, part of an $18bn (€15.4bn) settlement with 48 US states.
Norway's new monarch King Haakon VIII: His life, role and challenges ahead
Norway's monarchy dates back to King Harald Fairhair in the ninth century. When the country regained independence in 1905, three-quarters of voters backed restoring the monarchy in a national referendum.
Chad bombing reignites debate over Turkey’s role in the Sudan war
Sudan's war has entered a more dangerous phase after fighting spilled across the country's borders, raising fresh concerns about the conflict's regional consequences, writes Mohsin Osman. The Chadian army accused the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) of carrying out an airstrike
West Nile virus hits Seville: 89-year-old man dies, second death this season
The patient had been in Hospital Virgen del Rocío since Monday with meningoencephalitis caused by West Nile virus, which has already led to 54 cases in Andalusia this season.
Inside Kazakhstan’s new political era: EU Reporter journalist Derya Soysal questions President Tokayev after historic Kurultai vote
EU Reporter journalist Derya Soysal was among the members of the press given direct access to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in Astana after he cast his vote in Kazakhstan’s first elections to the newly established Kurultai — an opportunity that offered a rare first-hand
'Grief, anger, rage': Former Nazi camp site becomes business park, sparking anger in Austria
Construction of a business park on part of a former Nazi concentration camp site has prompted calls for its surviving remains to be preserved.
At least 552 dead and 1,400 missing after Nepal-Tibet floods
Rescuers have reached previously inaccessible areas as Nepal appeals for international aid and continues to attempt to rescue 100 workers trapped in a hydropower plant tunnel.
Is global warming supercharging El Niños? New study may reveal the answer
El Niño can supercharge the impacts global warming. But burning fossil fuels could also be strengthening the destructive climate phenomenon.
Why Kazakhstan’s AI challenge might not be adoption, but capability
Kazakhstan is moving rapidly to position artificial intelligence at the center of its economic modernization strategy, investing in computing infrastructure, skills, startups and Kazakh-language technologies as governments worldwide compete for a place in the emerging AI
From off-season sun to snowy adventures: 10 of the best European destinations to visit this winter
From the warm beaches of Fuerteventura and Madeira to snow-covered Cappadocia and the Bavarian Alps, these European destinations offer plenty of reasons for winter travel once the crowds have disappeared.
Commission clears acquisition of joint control of Eurowind Energy by Norlys, EWH and Blackstone
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of joint control of Eurowind Energy A/S by Norlys a.m.b.a. and EWE Holding ApS (‘EWH'), all of Denmark, and Blackstone Inc. of the US. The transaction relates primarily to the development,
Peter Cullen, the iconic voice of Optimus Prime, Eeyore and Predator, dies aged 85
Peter Cullen, whose voice defined 80s pop culture and beyond, died surrounded by his family.
Top trade in goods partners in Q2 2026: US and China
In the second quarter of 2026, the EU imported €701.8 billion in goods from non-EU countries and exported €680.0 billion. Compared with the previous quarter, both imports and exports increased, by 9.9% and 5.4%, respectively. Compared with the second quarter of 2025, imports
Norway's King Harald V dies aged 89 as leaders pay tribute to a 'true European'
The Norwegian monarch, who reigned for 35 years, is praised for his warmth and humility as his death was confirmed by the palace.
Norway's King Harald dies aged 89: A beloved monarch buffeted by family crises
The late king, who reigned for 35 years, broke with tradition by marrying a commoner and was widely loved by Norwegians.
