Tiny capsules could make radiotherapy safer and more effective, Portuguese scientists find
This approach aims to reduce the side effects of radiotherapy on healthy tissues. The project relies on the use of lithium-6.
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Iran war has 'material impact' on inflation, ECB's Lagarde warns
ECB holds rates, warning Middle East tensions and oil risks could push inflation higher. Baseline sees 2.6% in 2026, but energy shocks could lift it to 3.5% or 4.4%, depending on how long supply disruptions persist.
Slovenia corruption scandal deepens as Prime Minister Robert Golob urges EU probe
The scandal has overshadowed the pre-election campaign, leaving the electorate divided and raising tensions across the political spectrum.
Major Gulf airlines change loyalty requirements as Iran war impacts flights
Etihad and Qatar Airways have modified their loyalty programme requirements reflecting the reduction in air travel.
Strikes on Gulf energy hubs threaten global LNG supply for months
Strikes on key Gulf energy sites are becoming more frequent and more damaging, beginning to unsettle supply and expose vulnerabilities across the region.
Global stock markets slide as oil market volatility rattles investors
Increased targeting of oil and gas infrastructure in the Iran war is hitting trader sentiment hard as concerns mount that the current energy crisis is going to have a lasting impact on the global economy.
Iran hangs three men in first executions over January anti-government protests
Rights groups said the trio, who included a teenager who had taken part in international wrestling competitions, were executed without a fair trial and had given confessions under torture.
Air pollution linked to greater health risks in poorer European regions, study finds
In Europe, the poorest regions suffer the most from the health effects of air pollution, according to a new study.
"Brains on wheels": will.i.am unveils AI-powered autocycle designed for city commuters
The vehicle, designed for city commuters, can chat with drivers, assist with tasks, and turn travel time into productivity.
‘My cat is my family’: Greece launches animal airlift to evacuate pets from Middle East
Fourty-five pets and their owners were repatriated to Greece after weeks of being trapped in the Middle East.
Inside the Centre for Islamic Civilization: A new hub for heritage and research
The complex brings together manuscripts, research facilities and interactive exhibitions, offering public access to Islamic heritage through education, technology and international collaboration.
ECB keeps rates steady as rising energy prices fuel inflation concerns amid Iran war
The European Central Bank (ECB) kept its key policy rates on hold on Thursday, as fresh spikes in oil and gas prices threaten to derail recent progress in reducing inflation.
How does private cloud improve IT security?
Organizations throughout Europe and across the wider world face an escalating wave of cyber threats, which range from ransomware campaigns that target critical infrastructure to sophisticated supply-chain attacks that exploit shared resources. As data breaches grow more costly
Bank of England holds rate at 3.75% amid Iran war inflation fears
The Bank of England has held its main interest rate at 3.75% in the wake of rising oil and gas prices following the start of the Iran war.
The Dijon five: Ancient skeletons found sitting upright in French school playground
French archaeologists have discovered five new Gallic 'seated' burials at an excavation site in Dijon town centre. While barely 75 skeletons in this position have been found anywhere in the world, the latest discovery brings to 20 the number found in the city famed for its
Denmark deployed troops to Greenland in January fearing US invasion, local media report
Danish public broadcaster DR said it had seen a military operations order dated 13 January that described an operation organising the defence of Greenland.
Revealed: The world’s best airports and airlines for 2026
The winners of both the Skytrax World Airport Awards and AirlineRatings.com’s World's Best Airline Awards have just been announced.
New iPhone hack steals messages, emails, and location from ‘millions’ of phones in seconds
So-called ‘DarkSword’ attacks break through Apple devices’ security defences to steal personal data in seconds.
‘Sheer fantasy’: Why drilling the North Sea for oil won’t lower Europe’s soaring energy bills
Escalating conflict in the Middle East has emboldened calls for the UK to open up North Sea drilling licences.
‘Yassified graphics’ and uncanny faces: Gamers turn Nvidia’s DLSS 5 reveal into a meme storm
Nvidia’s DLSS 5 reveal triggered a wave of memes and backlash, with gamers on social media calling its AI-enhanced visuals uncanny, over-processed and harmful to game art direction.
‘National disgrace’: UK airports hike drop-off fees while continental Europe keeps them free
Earlier in the year, London Gatwick raised its 'kiss and fly' fee to become the most expensive in the UK and now Stansted has increased its drop-off charge.
Iceland wary of Brexit-like 'lies' ahead of EU referendum, says foreign minister
Iceland's foreign minister says now is the time to revive talks to join the EU. Within today's context of instability in transatlantic relations as well as in global politics in general, Iceland must not be left "alone".
Watch: European Council meets today. What will be discussed - and why it will be war?
Today, 27 EU leaders meet in Brussels for the European Council. The official agenda highlights competitiveness and migration, but war overshadows it all. Your reporter does not yet know exactly what they will say. But we can certainly guess what keeps them up at night.
Latest news bulletin | March 19th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Hungary: Wellness day for endangered tortoises at Nyíregyháza Zoo
Staff at Nyíregyháza Zoo carried out a wellness programme for resident tortoises on Wednesday 18 March, providing cleaning, grooming and veterinary checks.
'Free-riding on our work’: Dictionary sues OpenAI for using copyrighted materials to train ChatGPT
Merriam-Webster claims OpenAI used approximately 100,000 articles, encyclopedia and dictionary entries to train ChatGPT without authorisation.
Airlines increase airfares and cut thousands of flights as Iran war drives jet fuel price spikes
Increased demand on flight routes that avoid Middle East and Gulf stopovers also means flyers are having to pay more.
Cyprus leader calls for frank discussion on 'colonial' UK bases
The UK's two military bases on Cyprus are a "colonial consequence" on the island, says President Nikos Christodoulides.
My private passion: Yórgos Lánthimos exposes his personal photography collection
The acclaimed film director presents for the first time in Greece a large exhibition of 182 photographs he has taken over the last five years.
Colombia: Baby grey titi monkey gets cuddly ‘mum’ ahead of return to wild
An orphaned grey titi monkey was released back into the wild after rehabilitation at a wildlife centre in Antioquia, authorities said on 18 March.
Fact check: Is 'Polexit' really on the cards for Poland?
Social media is abuzz with claims that Poles want to leave the EU and that Warsaw is on the cusp of launching the trigger to do so, off the back of a warning by Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
MEPs clear path for full adoption of EU–US trade deal
EU lawmakers moved closer to implementing the EU–US trade deal after a key committee vote, but tensions with Washington persist.
Six little known facts about Cáceres, Spain's candidate for European Capital of Culture 2031
The Extremaduran city is competing to become European Capital of Culture 2031. While the candidates are being judged, Euronews Culture takes a look at six curiosities in the city to understand the history, legends and attraction of its historic centre.
US envoy meets Belarus' leader Aliaksandr Lukashenka to push for political prisoner releases
There are more than 1,100 political prisoners in Belarusian jails, many arrested after a disputed 2020 election that triggered widespread protests.
Old and new: How Egypt’s modern attractions are bringing its ancient past to life
From the Grand Egyptian Museum to a new capital, the north African nation is showcasing its 'unmatched diversity' beyond pyramids and beach resorts.
Iran: Mass funeral in Tehran for Larijani and other officials killed in strikes
Thousands gathered at Enghelab Square in Tehran on 18 March for the funeral procession of national security chief Ali Larijani, Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani and dozens of sailors killed in recent strikes.
A 'people's republic' on NATO's edge: The Narva narrative testing Europe's defences
A pro-Russian online campaign is casting the Estonian city of Narva as a "people's republic", spreading propaganda and at times calling for violence and sabotage.
Brent crude oil briefly crosses $119 after Iran hit largest Qatari energy site
Brent crude oil traded briefly above $119 a barrel after Iran struck Qatar’s largest energy site, the Ras Laffan gas field. The attack was in response to Israeli strikes against the Iranian South Pars gas field.
Commission makes available €200 million for submarine cable and digital infrastructure projects
The European Commission has opened two new Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) calls today worth €200 million for projects in high-capacity networks, including submarine cables. These investments are in line with the goals of the EU Action Plan on Cable Security and will help
China unveils UFO-shaped eVTOL vehicle capable of urban takeoffs
A UFO-shaped eVTOL aircraft, built for tight urban air mobility, has been completing tests flights in Wuhan, China.
War in Iran: Where in Europe have petrol prices spiked?
Motorists across Europe are facing higher fuel prices as the war in Iran has rattled global energy markets, with governments looking at how best to react.
Commission failed to meet transparency rules in secret EU-US talks to ease LNG standards
The European Commission wants to revise its methane emissions standards after pressure from the US gas industry. At least two key 2025 talks were held privately and not officially registered, raising questions about EU transparency requirements.
Markets on edge as ECB prepares to set interest rates amid energy price surge
European markets have opened lower as investors await the European Central Bank’s rate decision, with a sharp rise in gas and oil prices fuelling fresh inflation concerns.
Commission delivers additional €189 million under the Reform and Growth Facility for Moldova
The European Commission has delivered €189 million under the Moldova Reform and Growth Facility, following Moldova's successful completion of 24 reforms. This highlights the significant progress the country has made to advance on its EU path. Out of this, €173 million will be
No 'definitive time frame' for ending Iran war, Pete Hegseth tells reporters
Hegseth told reporters on Thursday that "we're very much on track" and that President Donald Trump would be the one to decide when to stop.
Pakistan: Karachi thunderstorm kills at least 16 as powerful winds wreak havoc
A thunderstorm with strong winds hit Karachi overnight on Wednesday, killing at least 16 people, according to local rescue services.
Iran missile strike hits Tel Aviv area as deaths mount across region
Iranian missile fire damaged a Tel Aviv residential block and hit multiple sites nearby, as soaring violence across the region has killed over 2,000 people.
Newsletter: Iran war and Druzhba dispute to dominate EU leaders’ summit
Also in this newsletter: how the 50th anniversary celebration of the centre-right European People's Party (EPP) was overshadowed by allegations of coordinated collaboration with anti-EU forces; and Iceland's Foreign Minister speaks to Europe Today.
Access to Colombia’s frozen fries market restored for EU exporters
Colombia has revoked all anti-dumping duties on imports of EU frozen fries from Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, restoring full market access to the 85% of EU frozen fries exports which had been affected by the duties. This restoration of full market access constitutes a