Storm Austen hits northwestern France: 161,000 homes lose power
The first major autumn storm is sweeping across northwestern France. Named Austen by UK forecasters, it brings violent gusts, disrupts transport and causes power cuts.
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World Culinary Awards: Which are the best airlines and airports for dining?
Where are the best places to eat in the skies or before you board? Airlines, airports and airport lounges were among the winners at this year’s World Culinary Awards.
First Russian diesel shipment is heading to US under Trump-Putin deal
The shipment, carrying nearly 300,000 barrels of diesel, according to Kpler, follows a deal that temporarily eased US sanctions on Russian diesel as Trump seeks to lower fuel prices.
From education to cancer care: Global summit calls for better support for children
Experts interviewed by Euronews explained why improving children's lives requires more than simply expanding access to essential services.
Suspect arrested after 1 killed and several injured in a shooting in Paris suburb
The man was arrested in nearby Coignieres after opening fire in Trappes and neighbouring La Verriere around 10:30 am, police said.
Gaza: Moment Israeli airstrike hits building in Nuseirat caught on camera
Footage captures the moment an Israeli strike hits a building in Gaza's Nuseirat camp. No deaths were reported, but images show a wounded person.
Starlink restrictions not lifted in Ukraine despite Trump's claims, defence officials say
Ukrainian forces continue to experience disruptions to critical battlefield communications despite Donald Trump's assertion that restrictions have been removed, raising fresh questions about Kyiv's dependence on an American-controlled satellite network.
Latest news bulletin | October 23rd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
France slips into contraction as Europe’s growth slows: How bad could it get?
France’s private sector contracted this month, dragging eurozone business activity growth to a four-month low amid political uncertainty and high energy costs.
Another rescue operation in the Black Sea following a distress signal from a ship
A ship is reported to have been struck by several drones 13 miles from the Romanian port of Constanța. Rescuers recovered nine of the thirteen sailors on board alive.
French kids use AI far more than their parents think, survey finds
A new YouGov survey has found parents in France underestimate their children’s use of AI. While 40% of 11- to 12-year-olds report using general-purpose AI services like ChatGPT weekly, only 26% of parents realise their children are engaging with the technology.
Pope Leo XIV cancels Assisi trip on doctors' advice as he recovers from surgery
The pope's doctors said a follow-up chest X-ray confirmed he was recovering well. However, given the short time that has elapsed since the operation, they recommended as a precaution that he not make the trip to Assisi by helicopter.
Trump says he has the right to seek a third presidential term
US President Donald Trump has again suggested he could run for a third term in 2028, arguing that the 2020 election was stolen despite the US Constitution's two-term limit.
Was Maricarmen a manager at a property company? This is what we know
A Spanish news outlet says, citing companies register records, that Maricarmen Abascal was deputy board secretary at a property firm between 1994 and 1995.
Oil spill hits UAE beaches as tanker attacks multiply near Hormuz
The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change said teams were deployed to contain a spill affecting Umm Al Quwain’s beaches, days after a tanker was struck by a projectile off the UAE coast, causing a fire.
New 007 incoming: James Bond casting down to these actors according to insider reports
An official announcement regarding the new actor to portray James Bond is expected soon... And if reports are to be believed, one actor is emerging as the favourite to play the new 007.
Tributes paid to actor Tom Skerritt as star of Alien and Top Gun dies aged 93
Tom Skerritt, a Hollywood veteran actor, known for iconic roles in Alien and Top Gun, has died aged 93 of natural causes, according to a statement released by his family.
Fitch Ratings: Hungary could meet eurozone entry criteria by 2030
According to the credit rating agency, Hungary’s 2027 draft budget supports its aim of meeting the conditions for adopting the euro by the end of the decade.
Flash floods swamp southeast Australia as record October rainfall forces school closures
A television reporter abandoned his shoes and glasses and dived into rising floodwaters to save a driver whose car was sinking fast in Morayfield, Queensland.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Clayface' – Gloopy, gruesome, but not quite great
An admirably dark and wince-inducing detour for DC Studios, who get a lot right with 'Clayface' when it comes to horror. However, the script lets it down in the second half, leading to a bold but uneven result.
Albania: Parliament descends into chaos as MPs clash over protests
Heated exchanges and chaotic scenes gripped Albania's parliament in Tirana on Thursday as rival MPs clashed inside, while student demonstrators continued their protests outside for a tenth day.
'Music is medicine': RAYE wins Mercury Prize 2026 for her second album 'This Music May Contain Hope'
British jazz and soul artist RAYE beat competition from heavyweights including Paul McCartney, Florence + The Machine and favourite Olivia Dean. The Mercury Prize honours the best album released by a British or Irish artist each year.
Central Park’s horse-drawn carriages face ban as New York votes to end tourist attraction
Horse-drawn carriage rides could end in Central Park in June 2028, following years of debate over animal welfare and public safety.
Taiwan: Deadly Typhoon Champi brings travel chaos and school closures
Towering waves crashed against Taiwan's coastline as Typhoon Champi swept past the island on Friday, leaving one person dead, 94 injured and hundreds of flights cancelled.
Volvo Cars announces 2,500 job cuts as it swings to quarterly loss
Chinese ownership has not shielded Volvo Cars from competition in China, as the Geely-owned carmaker steps up its turnaround efforts amid pressure from local rivals, US tariffs and the removal of EV incentives.
Serbia election results expected to be ‘very tight’, analyst says
Berta López Domènech, an analyst at the European Policy Centre, said this is the first time an alternative to Serbia’s current leader, Aleksandar Vučić, has “real options” ahead of Sunday’s snap elections.
Less product, same price: what is supermarket ‘shrinkflation’?
From chocolate bars to toothpaste, everyday products are getting smaller while prices stay the same. Known as “shrinkflation,” this is making groceries increasingly expensive for Europeans, who end up paying the same for less.
Won a dream, got reality: why a German is selling his Haribo island
A private island, a log cabin and Canada on the doorstep: in 2005, Matthias R. from Bavaria won an unusual jackpot. Some 20 years on, he is looking for a buyer, as even wilderness needs upkeep - and it is a long way to go just for a short break.
Dream prize, everyday reality: why a German is selling his Haribo island
A private island, a log cabin and Canada next door: in 2005, Bavarian Matthias R. won this unusual prize. Twenty years on, he wants to sell, as wild land needs upkeep and it is a long way to travel for a short holiday.
A Budapest reset, and a scramble to get Ukraine peace talks back on track
Good morning. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this Friday edition: Ursula von der Leyen is set to become a headline act at Hungary’s 1956 revolution commemoration, and Europeans grapple with Trump’s “terrifying” Ukraine approach.
Could lab-made gold crash prices like diamonds? US start-up says it turned mercury into gold
Little-known San Francisco start-up Marathon Fusion says it has turned mercury into stable gold at ten times the rate of CERN's record, raising a question that has haunted the diamond trade: could lab-made gold one day sink the price of the mined metal?
Europe Today: France braces for fresh protests as EU leaders seek Hungary reset
France is bracing for another weekend of protests after last week’s demonstrations turned violent, as the government faces pressure to restore order. Meanwhile, EU leaders visit Hungary amid hopes of a reset in relations, while Serbia’s snap election puts President Aleksandar
EU-Canada 'love story' needs more than warm words, senior MEP warns
European Parliament’s point man on Canada, Tobias Cremer, told Euronews that the planned “associate membership” should include an institutional framework formalising closer ties between the EU and Canada.
Lionel Messi sparks euphoria in Oviedo ahead of Princess of Asturias award ceremony
The Argentinian footballer has arrived in Spain's Oviedo region with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo, greeting hundreds of fans awaiting him. This Friday he will receive the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports.
Oil tops $114 as European shares fall and Kering tumbles
Rising energy prices added to inflation concerns as European shares fell and Kering tumbled on weak Gucci sales. An AI sell-off drove investors towards US bonds, while France’s borrowing costs remained above 5%.
Europe just had its deadliest summer. Which country was hit the hardest by extreme heat?
Europe faced its ‘worst summer on record’ for heat deaths – with climate change responsible for two-thirds.
Drones, AI and cybersecurity on display as Milipol Qatar brings together firms from 33 countries
Around 280 companies from 33 countries gathered at Milipol Qatar, displaying drones, robots and AI systems. Exhibitors discussed changing security needs, while officials examined how to protect essential services and respond to cyberattacks and emergencies.
Latest news bulletin | October 23rd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
'It's terrifying': Ukraine and Europe on edge as Trump sides with Putin
Trump’s pivot towards Putin has reignited fears that Washington is pushing Ukraine towards capitulation, regardless of the consequences. Alarmed, Europeans are scrambling to get the peace talks back on track.
Québec, Kyoto and Wachau Valley: These are the world’s best places to visit for autumn foliage
The top spot went to Québec City, with only one European destination making the cut.
Major emitters fall short on climate action despite health pledges in their climate plans
Governments claim to protect public health while failing to tackle fossil fuel dependence, as new research by the Global Climate and Health Alliance exposes a gap between climate rhetoric and action.
Albanian opposition and ruling party lawmakers scuffle in parliament over student protest tensions
The clashes broke out after parliamentary leadership rejected opposition demands to debate ten days of student demonstrations that have gripped the capital Tirana.
Japan village looks to young Peruvians to tackle ageing population
A small Japanese village facing an ageing population and labour shortages is hoping to attract young residents from Peru through a new sister-city partnership.
Magnitude 7 earthquake strikes Tibet killing at least 16 people and destroying hundreds of homes
It was the most powerful earthquake to strike the region in five years, according to Chinese media.
Surveillance and 'constant paranoia': Western diplomats tell BBC of life in war-time Moscow
Officials compare working in Russia since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine to the Cold War era.
Watch: Catholic bishops pray over Trump in the Oval Office
Catholic bishops and archbishops gathered around US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office to pray for him and the country.
Four Italian activists held during West Bank olive harvest amidst rising settler violence
Italy's Foreign Ministry is seeking information on the detention of several Italian activists in a West Bank village as they accompanied Palestinian olive farmers.
Ukraine says Starlink still restricted after Trump says limits lifted
Issues remain with the network used by the Ukrainian military, sources say, after repeated denials of a deliberate slowdown.
China: Panic as 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocks Tibet
A powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Baqen County in Nagqu, in southwest China’s Tibet Autonomous Region, at 10.33 pm on Thursday 22 October, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center.
Spanish and Portuguese unions discuss joint general strike
Several Spanish trade unions have already called a general strike for 11 November, but the leader of Spain's biggest union CCOO says a joint strike with Portuguese unions is now being considered.