International tourist arrivals rose by 5.2% in April to 26.5 million in the first four months of the year, and the industry now sees topping 100 million visitors as increasingly within reach.
The latest Hotel Price Index has also revealed all the money-saving tips you need to know about when booking.
Planned as Europe's biggest joint defence project, FCAS has been abandoned after French and German companies failed to resolve years of disputes, despite repeated political intervention.
Daily Russian attacks have intensified in recent months and Ukraine has hit back with its own drone strikes further into Russian territory, saying these are mainly against military and energy facilities.
Idris Elba has stated that James Bond was “written how he was written for a reason” and suggested that some international audiences would not embrace “a Black male” playing 007.
China's President travelled to North Korea for the first time in seven years, underscoring the strategic importance of ties between the two neighbours.
The nascent "EU inc" strategy will attempt to complete the single market before the bloc becomes unable to compete with global superpowers.
Exports to the US dropped by nearly a third in the first three months of 2026, as the EU prepares to implement its side of a trade deal with Washington.
Speaking after Monday's exchange of strikes — the biggest blow yet to the April ceasefire in the Iran war — Trump said bombing Iran further would keep the Strait of Hormuz closed for months and cost lives.
International tourist arrivals rose by 5.2% in April to 26.5 million in the first four months. The industry now sees topping 100 million visitors as increasingly likely.
Large crowds gathered in Brussels on 8 June to condemn what protesters described as excessive police force during recent demonstrations. The dispute is rooted in planned spending cuts affecting French-speaking education in Belgium
Europe’s drug market is growing more complex, with potent opioids, stronger cannabis and new substances raising health risks, the EU agency warns.
A powerful earthquake struck western Cuba on 8 June, sending people rushing out of buildings in Havana. Witnesses described scenes of confusion as offices were evacuated and workers waited outside for safety checks.
US President Donald Trump was booed by some spectators as he attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden in New York. He appeared during the national anthem before the matchup between the Knicks and the Spurs.
Peatlands are more than carbon sinks and havens for rare species. Amid rising security tensions, they are seen across Europe as natural barriers to attackers.
The submission phase of the first-ever Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) sub-call under the European Defence Fund (EDF)-funded MAJoR project has successfully concluded, attracting strong interest from innovative small and medium-sized companies across Europe. The MAJoR
Karim Khan denies all allegations of sexual misconduct and his lawyers say he rejects the decision in the strongest terms.
NASA astronaut Jessica Meir shared a stunning timelapse of the Southern Lights filmed from a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The aurora, triggered by recent solar activity, appears to dance across the atmosphere above Antarctica.
Ukraine reported fresh civilian casualties on 8 June after Russian drone strikes hit residential areas in Zaporizhzhia and Sumy.
A three-year-old interview with Lewis Hamilton has resurfaced online, which has prompted fresh conversation about society’s wealth gap, inequality, and for some, tone-deaf hypocrisy. Especially considering who his date was in Monaco last weekend...
Some say 'animal underdogs' have been left off the shortlist, which is now open to a public vote.
A recent military designation has sparked a major diplomatic crisis between Warsaw and Kyiv, exposing deeply conflicting national narratives. What has happened?
The main suspect, Jérôme Barella, had faced multiple complaints for sexual violence against minors but was never investigated or questioned - until now.
In Lisbon, June is about more than the popular saints’ festivities: it is also the month when Parque Eduardo VII turns into the country’s biggest bookshop. Ninety-six years after its first edition in 1930, the Book Fair still draws huge crowds. We went to find out why.
June in Lisbon isn’t just about the Popular Saints festivities: it’s also when Parque Eduardo VII turns into the country’s biggest bookshop. Ninety‑six years after its first edition, in 1930, the Book Fair still draws huge crowds. We went to find out why.
Today, the EIB and the European Commission are launching the implementation of the €400 million financing facility first announced in October 2025 through the signature of sub-MSME loan agreements between the Palestine Monetary Authority (PMA) and Bank of Palestine for $150
The Philippines is often hit by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions due to its location on the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” an arc of seismic faults around the ocean.
Also in this newsletter: A group of MEPs are up in arms over planned technical talks between EU and Taliban officials on the return of migrants to Afghanistan.
In 2025, the EU exported 2.7 thousand tonnes of shark fins to countries outside the EU, worth €44.8 million. Compared with 2024, the export volume decreased by 15.2% (from 3.1 thousand tonnes), and the export value dropped by 31.3% (from €65.3 million). These decreases
A new ranking shows Switzerland and Luxembourg dominate Europe's priciest property markets, with apartment prices in Zurich more than double those in Paris.
Co-legislators agreed on “return hubs” on 1 June, preparing to rollout the Migration and Asylum Pact of 12 June. Stricter border controls, uniform asylum rules, and a new digital monitoring system will crack down on illegal migration. But are member states ready for the new
The European Commission has approved a €23 billion Italian state aid scheme to support electricity production from renewable energy sources, in line with the objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal. This measure will contribute to the transition towards a net-zero economy and
Former Italian prime minister and President of the Jacques Delors Institute Enrico Letta speaks to Euronews. We also cover the Middle East, where Iran announced the end of military operations against Israel but warned of “a more crushing” response if it resumes strikes on
It was Xi's first visit to North Korea in seven years. Xi and Kim last met in Beijing in September after viewing a military parade alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and other foreign leaders.
The initiative faces broad opposition across the government, parliament and business sector, but opinion polls suggest the vote could be tight.
Bridgers joins artists like Bob Dylan, Jack White and Ghost in outright banning phones from live shows.
On 4 June, Justice and Home Affairs Ministers from EU member states and Schengen Associated Countries met at the JHA Council in Luxembourg. Among other topics, Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner presented the main findings of the 5th Report on the
The Secret Service deployed counter-drone technology as part of its operation to protect the US leader, who has faced three alleged assassination attempts in less than two years.
OpenAI filed preliminary paperwork that would open the door to it becoming a publicly traded company, the third in a powerhouse trio of artificial intelligence companies racing to Wall Street debuts.
Solar is helping rescue Europeans from the soaring cost of fossil fuels, but experts warn that energy bills may still increase due to the ‘rebound’ effect.
From fake websites to malicious calendar invitations, here is how cyber attackers have already been taking advantage of the FIFA World Cup hype.
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 9th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Lace up your hiking boots and swap crowded city breaks for volcanic landscapes, dramatic peaks and coastal trails across the continent.
Most dietary guidelines recommend five portions of fruits and vegetables a day, but new research suggests that for heart health, which one you choose matters more than how much you eat.
Looking to help get your life/career off the ground? If so, a leading airline is offering you the chance to do just that....literally. Emirates, widely acknowledged as the world’s largest international airline, is looking for candidates to join its multinational cabin crew
The master craftsman of Catalan modernism created the architectural stereotypes that now draw hordes of tourists to Barcelona, which will not see his magnum opus, the Sagrada Família, completed in 2026 as planned.
The project was seen as a key test of European efforts to work more closely on defence as they seek to present a united front in the face of a hostile Russia at a time of souring ties with the United States.
The 56-year-old Karim Khan is facing allegations of sexual misconduct with a female aide, in a scandal that has dragged on for more than two years. He has steadfastly denied any wrongdoing.
Iran has warned that it will resume attacks if Israel continues striking Lebanon, but Israeli leaders on Monday insisted they would not be deterred.
Kyiv has made it difficult for Moscow to provide military and civilian supplies to the territories it occupies.
