Ireland backs 'ambitious' new EU taxes as budget talks intensify
The Irish government, which is chairing member-state discussions on the EU’s long-term budget, will present an “ambitious” draft text featuring proposals for new EU taxes.
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Merz's political crisis threatens Germany's obsession with stability
Political shifts in Germany are being watched closely in Europe and beyond, Katya Adler writes.
More flight disruption in UK after second air traffic control glitch this month
Irish budget carrier Ryanair has called on NATS CEO Martin Rolfe to resign following the latest issue, which has impacted flights across the UK and Ireland.
Former enemies form alliance to overthrow Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed
The TPLF, Amhara's Fano militias and the Oromo Liberation Army — groups that fought on opposing sides in the Tigray war — said they had been coordinating for more than a year and aimed to install a transitional government.
13 EU countries call for 'deep cleaning' of European laws
Austria is leading a new alliance on regulatory simplification, pushing for a systematic review of how new rules would impact businesses and a "deep cleaning" of existing rules to be conducted during an "implementation and consolidation year."
ECB launches 'Pontes' to settle tokenised assets in central bank money
The Eurosystem has launched Pontes, a system allowing banks to settle trades in tokenised assets using central bank money, and the ECB said it will invest some of its own funds in tokenised securities through it, the first concrete steps towards making the euro fit for the
2026 Michelin Key hotels: All the new three key properties in Europe
From an exclusive Venetian island retreat to a 17th-century convert turned wellness resort, these hotels in Europe are guaranteed to blow you away.
'Be realistic, demand the impossible': Portugal's MUZEU wants visitors to think and reflect
Braga is the third biggest city in Portugal, but it was missing a museum of contemporary art until April this year. MUZEU has a mission to help people experience the moment through the art and to encourage them to think and reflect.
Dubai declares 10 days of mourning for ruler's brother Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Dubai has declared ten days of official mourning after the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the emirate's ruler's youngest brother.
Flying with your cat or dog? These are Europe’s best pet-friendly airlines
From cabin rules and weight allowances to dedicated airport lounges, a new ranking reveals which carriers make travelling with pets the easiest.
How Europe’s energy shock is fuelling the far right ahead of elections
Far-right parties in Europe are exploiting the fuel crisis, blaming the mainstream for soaring energy bills. With key elections upcoming, governments are recognsing that a prolonged energy crisis could have political costs.
CNN, MS NOW, Politico to sue Trump administration over White House access
President Donald Trump said on Friday he was banning the outlets from the presidential residence as punishment for distributing what he calls "fake news."
Qatar rules out Hormuz pipeline bypass and reshapes its sovereign wealth strategy
Qatar said a gas pipeline to bypass the Strait of Hormuz would make no economic sense. It also launched a new investment platform to manage QIA’s domestic holdings and outlined more than $60bn in investment opportunities, in a major reshaping of its sovereign wealth strategy.
Nvidia chip-use emissions match that of a Russian state coal producer, report says
The AI boom has driven US chipmaker Nvidia’s supply chain emissions up by 725% since 2020, according to a new report by environmental and civil society groups.
Greek stock market joins world’s leading exchanges after debt crisis
The Greek stock market joined FTSE Russell’s developed-market group on Monday, potentially attracting more international investment, while recent credit rating upgrades reflect the country’s improving public finances.
For once, Big Tech agreed on something — now it's being sued for it
Four AI giants publicly agreed to slow their own technology in the name of safety — but now a new lawsuit argues that "agreement" was really an illegal pact to shortchange paying customers.
Lowriders take over San Francisco streets in colourful parade
Thousands lined Mission Street in San Francisco for the King of the Street parade, where more than 300 custom lowriders celebrated Chicano culture.
Most underage migrants who entered Ceuta will not be returned, Spanish minister says
Minister says minors who arrived in Ceuta during July's mass border breach will most likely stay in Spain. Madrid is facing serious operational difficulties in completing returns, while tensions with local residents are growing.
Russian drones slam southern Ukraine city after Kyiv's 1,000-drone weekend barrage
The war's relentless daily attacks underscore the absence of any significant progress in diplomatic efforts to stop the fighting, more than four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of its neighbour.
US and Iran trade threats as fears of return to all-out war mount
The IRGC warned it has prepared for a "long-term war" with unused strategic weapons, while Trump told Fox News he was weighing options "if and when do I blow the entire nation up."
EU nears deal to break impasse over French request to remove Usmanov from sanctions
EU sanctions on Russia are at risk of expiring as France pushes to remove Uzbek-Russian Usmanov from the blacklist in a deal that could secure the release and pardon of two French nationals in Azerbaijan.
Another Big Tech fine: Google penalised €403m by Irish data watchdog
Ireland's privacy watchdog has finally closed the book on a six-year probe into Google's location tracking — and the tech giant is €403 million lighter for it.
Pressure grows on Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz after bruising election defeats
The string of election debacles comes as Merz has struggled to push through promised economic and social welfare reforms with his coalition partners in the SPD.
A breeze of cool air - and a chance for clearer thinking in Europe
This summer Europe was hit by a record-breaking heatwave. As millions of Europeans turned to Chinese air conditioners for relief, some politicians reached for tariffs, quotas, and trade restrictions. The question is not whether Europe needs protection from Chinese products, but
Yemen's Houthis pledge not to target US ships after Trump cancels strikes
A senior Houthi official said Washington reached out after the group's advance to Bab el-Mandeb, as US media reported Trump cancelled planned strikes at the last minute after a call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Haier showcases its "Home of Intelligent Possibilities" at IFA 2026
At IFA 2026, Haier presented its “Home of Intelligent Possibilities”, showcasing AI devices, robotics and connected services for a smarter home.
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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
'Only high I.Q. individuals need apply': Trump resists calls to slow AI development
The US President plans for the force to be overseen by a new AI Czar to help the sector grow, amid industry calls for a slowdown.
Volkswagen exits Euro Stoxx 50 as index removal adds to pressure on troubled firm
Volkswagen has been removed from the Euro Stoxx 50, the eurozone's benchmark index of its largest listed companies, taking effect as markets opened on Monday just days after Europe's biggest carmaker warned that one-off charges would wipe out most of its profit this year.
French diesel prices top €2.40 a litre as European fuel costs hit records
As the Middle East war disrupts global oil supplies and refining costs soar, diesel prices in France have reached record levels, making them among the highest in the EU.
Born into a burning Europe: How extreme fire weather will worsen for children and how to stop it
Scientists have warned that one particular European country will be hit hard by extreme fire weather conditions if our reliance on fossil fuels doesn’t end.
Extreme heat fire risk, an exponential threat to children born today in Spain
A study by Vrije Universiteit Brussel and the University of Murcia estimates that people born in Spain in 2025 will endure 7.3 years of extreme weather favouring wildfires, 3.8 years more than those born in 1950.
AI-generated 'experts' make up large network of German political videos
Researchers identified 47 YouTube channels using artificial presenters to discuss conflicts, geopolitics and German politics, with videos recording more than 7.5 million views.
Tightrope walker crosses 400 metres between Europe’s highest slag heaps
A tightrope walker crossed a 400-metre wire between Europe's two highest slag heaps in Loos-en-Gohelle, France, watched by over 9,000 people on Sunday.
'It's been resolved': Trump's ambassador to Belgium trumpets US-Greenland deal
Donald Trump's envoy to Belgium Bill White has hailed an agreement between Washington, Nuuk and Copenhagen over Greenland's security status, seemingly ending the transatlantic row over the Danish territory.
AI 'actress' Tilly Norwood suffers embarrassing glitch during now-viral interview
The now-viral exchange saw AI-generated "actress" Tilly Norwood abruptly switching languages during an interview to promote "her" feature film debut.
Sunbed argument in Greece leaves 82-year-old dead after beach fight
A dispute over a sunbed on an Attica beach turned deadly when an 82-year-old man suffered cardiac arrest during a fight and later died in hospital.
Oktoberfest kicks off with beer, cheers and a traditional first tap
Oktoberfest 2026 opened in Munich, Germany, when the mayor tapped the first keg. Crowds sang and drank beer while police stepped up security checks.
Europe cannot afford to miss AI transformation, with fiscal dividend within reach, OECD chief says
AI offers a major opportunity to boost productivity, wages and living standards, but only if Europe moves quickly to support its adoption, writes OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann.
Historic monarchy movement brings hundreds together in Misrata
Hundreds of Libyans gathered in Misrata on Saturday, September 19, for a major national meeting of the constitutional monarchy movement, bringing together delegates from organizing committees across the country. Participants represented a wide range of ages, including many
Three South Korean soldiers injured in DMZ explosion, Seoul says
The Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) is a 248 km buffer zone separating North and South Korea and is one of the world’s most heavily fortified borders.
Volvo Cars names Škoda boss Klaus Zellmer as next CEO for a turnaround
Volvo Cars has appointed Klaus Zellmer, current chief executive of Volkswagen's Škoda brand, as its next president and CEO, handing him the task of completing a turnaround at a carmaker whose shares have fallen by around 40% this year.
Presley Gerber, son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, dies at 27, family spokesperson says
Gerber died at a rehab facility, according to online records of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
People 'lost their trust' in Merz's government, S&D MEP says
German Social Democrat MEP Sabrina Repp says the German governing coalition, which includes her party and Friedrich Merz’s CDU, is now under “lots of pressure” following the latest regional election results.
Commission publishes evaluation report on the EPPO Regulation
The Commission is publishing an evaluation report looking at the existing legal framework for the European Public Prosecutors Office (EPPO). The report comes together with an evaluation report on the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF). The EPPO and OLAF are two central actors of
Who can solve it fastest? Speed puzzlers race against the clock at World Championships
Puzzle fans from 70 countries raced to solve an unseen jigsaw at the World Championship in Valladolid, Spain. A Dutch biology student won the final.
US has deported 25,000 people to third countries under secretive deals, report shows
Since US President Donald Trump took office in January 2025, Washington has been signing deals with developing countries to take migrants who cannot legally be sent home.
Lisbon hosts Europe’s largest exhibition of models built with Lego bricks
More than 15 million pieces make up this exhibition, which is open both to the curious and to die-hard fans of the famous coloured bricks.
Can the EU protect kids from the dangers of social media?
The European Commission is set to announce new measures to protect children online. The EU Kids Act will establish a “digital majority age” of 15, regulating spaces like TikTok, Instagram, and certain video games.
54% of EU’s electricity came from renewables in Q2 2026
In the second quarter of 2026, 54.1% of the electricity generated in the EU came from renewable energy sources, a slight decrease from 54.3% in the same period of 2025. Solar was the leading source of renewable electricity in the EU (41.6% of the total renewable electricity),