New book reignites rumours of relationship between French president and Iranian actress
On Wednesday, Paris Match journalist Florian Tardif published his book "Un couple (presque) parfait" about Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron.
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Waterfront goals: Seattle will host a floating World Cup fan zone
The Pacific Northwest city is turning its waterfront into a floating football festival complete with fan zones, watch parties and a pitch.
Ship seized near UAE coast headed for Iranian waters, UK maritime agency says
A ship has been taken near the UAE coast and is headed for Iranian waters, the UK's UKMTO said, in the latest vessel seizure around the Strait of Hormuz.
Hungary's Orbán-era wartime state of emergency ended, PM Péter Magyar says
The emergency governance framework was first introduced by the government of previous Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in 2020 as part of measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Artemis III: NASA details next steps in Moon programme
NASA has announced preliminary plans for Artemis III, its next Moon mission.
Xi Jinping vows to 'open door wider' to US firms during Trump visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping used US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing to reassure American business leaders that China remains committed to further opening its economy to foreign investment.
Ornella Mkrtchyan on how practical challenges create the talent of tomorrow
For decades, the path from education into work followed a familiar sequence: theory first, application later. That structure is not disappearing, but it is beginning to shift. Ornella Mkrtchyan, director of the Centre for Youth Initiatives, who works at the intersection of
Seoul court orders North Korea's leader to pay compensation to Korean War POWs
Thursday's ruling was the third time former South Korean POWs have won damages against Kim and North Korea, according to local reports, although none has yet succeeded in collecting compensation.
Tariffs, weak demand and climate confusion drag EU business investment rate to 11-year low
It's the lowest point since 2015, with firms blaming geopolitical disruption, a disorderly market and regulation uncertainty. Hungary and Croatia buck the trend.
UAE denies Netanyahu office's claim of secret wartime visit as Iran dubs it 'unforgivable'
The UAE denied Netanyahu's office's claim of a secret wartime visit, as Tehran threatened those "colluding with Israel".
Deepfake Meloni clips distort relations between Italy and Israel
Several viral deepfake clips have spread online with misleading claims about Italy’s relationship with Israel.
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa announces shock resignation
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa announced on Thursday she will resign, triggering the collapse of the country's governing coalition ahead of key October parliamentary elections.
Watch: Silicon Valley in Beijing—should Europe be worried?
Donald Trump has landed in Beijing for a summit that feels less like diplomacy and more like a Silicon Valley board meeting. And he hasn’t just brought officials; he has arrived with an "AI Cabinet" to navigate a high-stakes tech cold war.
Marco Rubio says Cuba's leaders must go as US offers country €85 million in aid
Cuba lost the source for around half its fuel needs when US forces snatched Venezuela’s president in a stunning January raid, with his successor complying with US pressure not to aid the island.
American doctor who helped patients on hantavirus-hit cruise ship cleared to leave isolation
American doctor Stephen Kornfeld, who helped care for sick passengers during the hantavirus cruise ship outbreak, was the only American sent to Nebraska’s high-security biocontainment unit after an inconclusive test result.
‘The problem is not the antibiotics’: Animal welfare groups react angrily to Brazilian meat ban
Inhumane farming is a bigger problem than antibiotics, experts say, after Brazil meat ban.
It will be hard to survive if the EU does not speak with one voice, MEP tells Euronews
The EU must realise that "it's difficult to survive" if it does not speak with one voice, Michael Bloss, a Greens MEP, tells Euronews. He made the comments off the back of US President Donald Trump visiting China to speak with President Xi Jinping about a raft of issues that
Zelenskyy's former chief of staff in custody amid major corruption investigation
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy remains silent on the case and the allegations against Andriy Yermak, who used to be the president's most trusted ally and Ukraine’s "number two."
Europe’s New War on Corruption: Can AI Succeed Where Politicians Failed?
Europe may have lost the global artificial intelligence race to Silicon Valley and China, but across the continent a quieter revolution is underway — one that could fundamentally reshape the fight against corruption. From Rome to Kyiv, Brussels to Tirana, governments and
TreviPay research reveals growing pressure on B2B payments amid global trade uncertainty
New research from global B2B payments and invoicing network TreviPay has highlighted significant changes taking place across the international payments landscape, with businesses increasingly turning to AI-driven solutions and invoice-based payment systems to improve efficiency
The young skipper from Culatra defending his island’s fishing identity
Fishing is woven into the identity of the small island of Culatra, but with fewer young fishers entering the profession, it is in danger of being lost. Coming from a long line of fishers, Hugo Padinha was determined not to let that happen. By investing in his own fishing boat
Singapore, Sanctions and the Vanishing Trail of Alex Cano
How a Russia-linked businessman accused of facilitating sanctioned networks appeared to evade scrutiny — and why the case exposes critical gaps in Western sanctions enforcement What initially appeared to be a breakthrough in the disruption of Russian-linked transnational
These are the best cities for culture in Europe for 2026, according to Time Out
London nabbed the top spot thanks to a slate of new openings including V&A East Storehouse.
Rescuers pull dead from rubble of Kyiv flats after massive Russian strikes
Children are among the injured after Russia launched drones and missiles across Ukraine, officials say.
'Barbaric' LGBTQI+ conversion therapy akin to 'torture', EU commissioner tells Euronews
The bloc must combat 'barbaric' and 'shameful' conversion therapies hurting Europe's LGBTQI+ communities, European Commissioner for Equality Hadja Lahbib said in exclusive comments to Euronews.
‘We’re the two superpowers’ – so, where is Europe?
As US President Donald Trump continues a closely-watched visit to Beijing to speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping about trade and security, Europe is anxiously wondering how it will fit into what comes out.
Drug counsellor who supplied fatal ketamine to Matthew Perry sentenced to two years in prison
The counsellor admitted he connected the actor to a dealer prosecutors dubbed the “Ketamine Queen,” later cooperating with investigators after being tracked down months after Perry’s death.
Ukraine: Russian drone and missile barrage slams Kyiv, killing at least one
Ukraine’s capital Kyiv was struck by a large-scale Russian drone and missile attack early on Thursday, leaving at least one person dead and 31 injured, according to local officials.
Sweden sees changes to integration policy and research on migrant youth
Nordic Migrant Expert Forum developed recommendations for improving migrant integration The Nordic Migrant Expert Forum, established by the Nordic Council of Ministers and comprising 16 experts on integration born outside the Nordic region, developed recommendations for
Watch: Key moments from Trump’s first day in Beijing
China welcomed US President Donald Trump to Beijing on Thursday for a closely watched summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as the two powers sought to stabilise relations strained by trade disputes, tensions over Taiwan and the ongoing conflict involving Iran.
Jet fuel crisis: How to travel to Spain without taking a plane as flight prices soar
Tension in the Strait of Hormuz is making jet fuel more expensive and has put air travel in a bind. Now a new debate has arisen: how you can travel to Spain without a plane. We analyse and note all the options available.
Late warnings and a minister’s fall: Latvia’s air-defence failures revealed
Latvia found itself at the centre of a national security storm last week. A series of drones crossed into its airspace, sparking not only a fire on the ground but also a political crisis that toppled the defence minister and exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Baltic state’s
Simpler tickets, stronger rights: Liberals and Democrats ahead of the European Passenger Mobility Package
Millions of European passengers travelling across borders have no guarantee that a delayed train, a missed connection, or a disputed ticket will be resolved simply, fairly, or at all. Liberals and Democrats welcome the European Commission's upcoming initiative for an integrated
Roma campaigners welcome "new commitment" to inclusion
Western Balkan governments and Germany have committed to a work plan for those classed as “vulnerable” groups, such as Roma. They formally named Roma as a target group for active labour market measures. The Roma Foundation for Europe, whose close collaboration with the
Europe Today: Trump meets Xi Jinping as Brussels watches nervously
All eyes are on Beijing, where Donald Trump has arrived alongside CEOs from some of the world’s biggest tech companies. On his first visit since 2017, the US president is meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping, with Brussels following nervously and fearing the worst.
Why the EU needs to rethink its budget to match its priorities
Experts warn that the EU’s next long-term budget needs “fundamental rethinking” and offers little real new spending power as Europe faces growing demands on defence, climate, and Ukraine.
Tackling plastic pollution in Europe’s waterways starts upstream
Europe has set clear ambitions on plastic pollution. The EU’s Zero Pollution Action Plan aims by 2030 to cut plastic litter at sea by 50% and microplastics released into the environment by 30%. Its wider plastics agenda is also meant to support innovation, competitiveness and
Urban Art Biennale: Rust, dust and decay revamps Germany's Völklingen ironworks
At one of Europe’s most imposing industrial relics, urban artists are transforming rust, dust and decay into a giant open-air gallery. The Urban Art Biennale has returned to Germany’s Völklingen Ironworks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Canada is offering free access to its national parks this summer
Tourists can also get a 25% discount on camping and overnight stays operated by Parks Canada between June and September.
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'New People': Russia's Kremlin-made spoiler party is now its second most popular
New People, created by the Kremlin as a controlled outlet for dissent, has doubled its support to 13.4% as internet shutdowns fuel frustration with the Russian state.
Eating vegetables in pregnancy may influence children’s tastes later, study finds
A new international study suggests children may respond more positively to flavours they were exposed to during pregnancy, which could help parents trying to encourage healthy eating.
These are tech titans in Beijing with Trump and what they want from China
A handful of US tech titans are joining President Donald Trump in Beijing for the summit with Xi Jinping. Here’s a look at the ties that each tech company has in China.
Europe’s household energy prices surge after Iran war: Which capitals were hit hardest?
Household gas prices rose across EU capitals between early February and early April, reflecting the impact of Middle East tensions. However, electricity prices fell on average, highlighting diverging trends in Europe’s energy markets.
Kallas: ‘EU foreign ministers gave green light to sanction Israeli settlers’
The High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas Power change in Hungary helped the EU to reach such a decision. They also agreed new sanctions on leading Hamas figure. ”The European Union has chosen, arbitrarily and politically, to impose sanctions against
Russian attack on Kyiv continues overnight, killing at least five people
The drone and missile attack comes hours after a rare daytime attack on the Ukrainian capital, which had killed at least six people.
‘Hazardous’ heat could put World Cup players’ health and performance at risk, report warns
Climate scientists are calling on FIFA and fans “to realise that there is no aspect of society not affected by climate change”.
Xi warns Trump that Taiwan issue could lead to 'conflict' at bilateral talks in Beijing
Taiwan's foreign ministry said that China is the "sole risk" to regional peace and stability, after Xi warned Trump that the issue of Taiwan could lead to conflict.
250,000 pilgrims gather at Fatima shrine in Portugal for annual candlelight Mass
Hundreds of thousands of Catholic pilgrims gathered at Portugal’s Fatima shrine for the annual Mass of the Blessing of the Candles honouring the Virgin Mary.