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Belgium through to World Cup knockout stage as Iran forced to wait
Iran now face an anxious wait to see if they'll progress to the round of 32 after their final group game finished 1-1 against Egypt.
US launches strikes against Iran following drone attack on cargo ship
Iranian state media reported that strikes hit a telecommunications mast in the Sirik area of southern Iran.
The investments that soared and slumped in the first half of 2026
The first half of 2026 has rewarded investors who backed the machinery behind AI and punished those who reached for crypto and gold, as the technology boom reshaped which assets thrived and which were left behind.
Rooftop solar can provide five hours of 'free' air conditioning a day. But is it green?
Energy analysts say solar power and air conditioning are ‘complementary technologies’ – but is the race to cool Europe down backfiring?
Latest news bulletin | June 27th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 27th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
‘The best scenery under heaven’: Why Guilin needs to be on your China itinerary
Located in south west China’s Guangxi region, the area is known for its limestone karst scenery which is UNESCO World Heritage listed. In this Guilin travel guide, Dianne Apen-Sadler discovers the city’s top attractions, the cuisines to try and shares her top tips for travellers.
Record listing shifts focus from fundraising to deeper capital markets
Executives from the London Stock Exchange, Franklin Templeton and Uzbekistan’s government say governance and liquidity remain central to reform.
Frozen feasts and cool pools help Rome zoo animals survive heatwave
As a severe heatwave grips Italy, Rome's Bioparco is helping its animals stay cool with frozen treats, chilled pools and climate-controlled shelters while the capital remains under a red heat alert.
Small plane crashes into Beijing's tallest building
Police and emergency crews sealed off the area around Beijing's tallest skyscraper after a small plane crash damaged the building. Images from the scene showed a large hole in the upper floors of the 528-metre CITIC Tower, while witnesses reported seeing aircraft debris at the
IRGC denies direct hotline with US, as Trump warns of ceasefire violations in Strait of Hormuz
The spokesperson for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) denied claims by American officials regarding the establishment of a direct hotline between Iran and the United States concerning the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "sheer lie".
Venezuela updates earthquake toll: 920 dead, 3,360 injured
National Assembly president Jorge Rodríguez updated the figure on Friday. The UN reports over 50,000 missing. Spain urges its citizens in Venezuela to contact consular emergency services.
Marco Rubio announces Israel-Lebanon framework deal, hailing it as first step toward peace
The officials did not disclose details of the deal, which was signed by Yechiel Leiter and Nada Hamadeh, Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors to the United States.
Going on holiday to this beach? Wild boars may steal your lunch
Wild boar have once again been spotted at Portinho da Arrábida, coming right up to beach towels and making off with holidaymakers’ food.
US President Donald Trump threatens 100% tariffs if Europe implements digital services tax
US President Donald Trump threatens to slap a 100% tariff on European countries that impose a digital services tax, adding that existing trade deals would be scrapped.
Europe's deadly heatwave breaks German record and halts public events
Germany's highest ever temperature of 41.3C is recorded provisionally in Saarbrücken, over the border from France.
Poor show: Ecuador win, Germany disappoint, Neuer blunders
The German national team lost 2–1 to Ecuador in New York. Ecuador must win; Germany is already through.
Israel declassifies Entebbe raid documents on eve of 50th anniversary
Secret documents reveal Israeli officials privately weighed negotiations before ordering the daring 1976 Uganda hostage rescue operation.
'Help, we are trapped': Venezuela earthquake victims turn to Euronews' TikTok to beg for rescue"
Lack of resources and patchy telecoms have driven many Venezuelans to despair. In this context, outlets’ social networks, including Euronews, have become key platforms for appeals for help.
New Europol report delves into EU's most threatening criminal networks
The EU's law enforcement agency stresses criminal networks exploit vunerabilities in financial systems and digital infrastructure, operate across borders and adapt quickly.
‘Very worried’: Rome airports could suspend new EES border checks over fears of summer travel chaos
There have already been calls to put the system on hold and airports requiring extra security to manage queues.
Latest news bulletin | June 26th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
EU countries move to revive temporary message-scanning regime, but it could backfire
The proposed detection regime for child sexual abuse material was rejected by the European Parliament in March, and reviving it could derail talks on a longer-term law.
Heatwave in France: baby dies in A&E, fourth child death this week
An 18-month-old baby died after being found unconscious with heatstroke in a car in Marseille on Tuesday 23 June. A parent is believed to have left the child on the La Timone medical campus car park while going to work.
France heatwave: baby dies in A&E, fourth child death this week
An 18-month-old baby died after being found unconscious with hyperthermia in a car on 23 June in Marseille, apparently forgotten by a parent on the La Timone medical campus car park while going to work.
Home Heroes and Japanese Stars Shine in Qingdao
The Qingdao Grand Prix opened with memorable performances as home favourite Wenna Zhuang delighted the local fans. Hayato Kondo claimed a second Qingdao title, Kokoro Fujishiro earned her first Grand Prix gold, Hifumi Abe added another title, Maysa Pardayeva celebrated a maiden
EU energy ministers secure greater role in bloc's future power grid after rows with Brussels
The EU's Cypriot Presidency has successfully reached an agreement among EU countries that paves the way for talks between the European Parliament and the Council.
France heatwave: homeless people on the front line against the heat
With 61 departments still on red heatwave alert, people sleeping rough are among the most exposed. In Marseille, outreach teams step up to provide water, support and shelter.
Kyiv mayor at Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk: 'Ukraine must do exactly what Poland did'
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko told the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk that, despite recent diplomatic tensions between the two countries, the atmosphere at the gathering was friendly, and that Ukraine should look to Poland as a model for infrastructure development and
Why extreme heat makes people angrier and how our brain reacts to heatwaves
Extreme heat not only harms the body but can also trigger a cascade of mental health effects ranging from irritability and anxiety to increased aggression.
Russia and Ukraine swap 160 soldiers each in latest prisoner exchange
The United Arab Emirates brokered the handover, which brought home fighters captured in the early weeks of the full-scale invasion.
Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia ablaze after Russian missile and drone attack leaves at least nine hurt
Russian missile and drone strikes set an office building ablaze in central Zaporizhzhia on 26 June, injuring at least nine people and triggering a major emergency response.
Panting and hyperthermia: Paris vet sees uptick in pets being admitted due to extreme heat
Several days of extreme heat across France are sending large numbers of pets to the vet.
To use air con or not? The facts behind the politicised battle to stay cool in Europe
French politicians have drawn ideological battle lines over air conditioning as Europe struggles with record-breaking temperatures. What do experts say about the debate?
Von der Leyen to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia to build on EU engagement
The European Commission president will visit Baku and Yerevan to build on the EU’s strategic engagement with the South Caucasus and to strengthen energy cooperation, trade and regional connectivity for the EU economies.
Watch: South Korea holds first live-fire drill against drone swarms
South Korea's air force carried out its first live-fire exercise against a simulated swarm drone attack. Military forces used Vulcan air-defense guns, a portable laser and shotguns to intercept all 50 drones during the drill.
Commission opens disparagement investigation into Sanofi
The European Commission has opened a formal investigation into possible anticompetitive conduct by Sanofi for disparaging a competitor’s flu vaccine intended for vulnerable patient groups. Sanofi’s ‘Efluelda’ and CSL Seqirus’s ‘Fluad’ enhanced flu vaccine are specifically
Barcelona proposes to nearly triple tourist tax on cruise ship passengers to €30 a day
The hiked fee would only apply to cruises that make port calls and spend less than 12 hours docked.
Can travel solve the loneliness epidemic? WeRoad's co-founder Fabio Bin thinks so
Speaking to Euronews in Cannes after being shortlisted for the European CMO of the Year Award, Fabio Bin explained he turned a personal frustration into a fast-growing social travel brand.
Tashkent International Investment Forum ends with €37.6bn in deals
More than 10,000 participants, including delegates from 102 countries, examined market access, transport links, green power, digital exports and the policies needed to turn commitments into operating projects.
Buurtzorg: the Dutch proximity health care revolution
In the Netherlands, Buurtzorg’s self-managed nurses provide holistic home care and social support, helping older people live independently with dignity.
'Marketing is more important than ever': Serviceplan CEO at European CMO of the Year awards
Speaking to Euronews, Serviceplan Group CEO Florian Haller said marketing has evolved far beyond traditional advertising, and now sits at the centre of the "whole customer journey" where "data, technology and creativity" meet.
The jobs most exposed to extreme heat — and why it matters for Europe's economy
Construction and agriculture are Europe's most heat-exposed industries, with transport, manufacturing and energy also facing growing disruption as climate change pushes temperatures higher.
Lebanon: thousands mark Ashoura in Nabatieh amid rubble left by Israeli strikes
Thousands of Shiite Muslims marked Ashoura in Nabatieh on 26 June, holding processions through neighbourhoods devastated by recent Israeli airstrikes in a powerful display of resilience.
Oil, cod, Kirill: friction points emerge in new EU sanctions against Russia
The EU wants to agree on a new round of measures targeting Moscow before 15 July, but the closed-door negotiations have difficult obstacles to navigate.
Europe's best lakes for a safe summer dip, from the Italian Alps to the Hungarian plains
The report ranked European countries for their abundance of lakes rated as “excellent”, meaning their water quality was safe for swimming.
Fact check: Were you fooled by these AI-generated images of the World Cup?
Watching tense, fast-paced football games requires focus, but so does consuming World Cup content online, because false images surrounding the tournament are becoming increasingly common.
'Measures needed to face extreme heat or it will kill us,' Copernicus director says
As scorching weather hits Europe, climate expert Carlo Buontempo told Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today that "record-breaking temperatures should not be breaking news" and that strategies are needed to face extreme weather lest humanity suffers the consequences.
Life sentence for Magdeburg attacker
When he drove a car into the Magdeburg Christmas market, he killed six people and injured more than 300. Taleb al Abdulmohsen has now been sentenced to life imprisonment.
Seismic doublet: the phenomenon that turned Venezuela's tragedy into catastrophe
On Wednesday 24 June 2026 at 18:04 local time, north-western Venezuela began to shake and, 39 seconds later, a second quake hit, feeding back into the first. But what exactly is a seismic doublet, and why is it so dangerous?