Swedish man jailed for four years for coercing wife into sex with 120 men
The 61-year-old was found to have coerced his wife into sexual acts with men he found online in exchange for payment.
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Hungary's MPs block return of Orbán, limiting rule of PM to eight years
The vote fulfils a promise by new PM Péter Magyar to stop his predecessor from becoming prime minister again.
SpaceX buys AI coding startup Cursor for $60bn as AI race with OpenAI and Anthropic intensifies
SpaceX has agreed to acquire Anysphere, the company behind the popular AI coding tool Cursor, in an all-stock deal valuing the startup at $60 billion (€51.7bn), just days after Elon Musk's firm had a record-breaking IPO.
Who is Pico Lopes, the unlikely Cape Verde World Cup hero recruited through LinkedIn?
The national team's call came from 4,500 km away across the Ocean and not in the way most people would expect.
London West End's Shaftesbury Theatre to be renamed to honour Judi Dench
The name change of one of the West End’s most iconic stages celebrates one of the greatest British performers. Dame Judi Dench has been left “truly overwhelmed” by the news.
Investors look beyond the 'Magnificent 7' as Wall Street embraces the 'FAB 10'
SpaceX's record-breaking market debut has pushed Wall Street to widen its favourite shorthand of the so-called 'Magnificent 7', with strategists folding Elon Musk's firm, OpenAI and Anthropic into a new 'FAB 10' label that captures the next phase of the AI trade.
Rolls-Royce secures deal to build small nuclear reactors for Sweden
Rolls-Royce SMR has won a "multi-billion pound" contract to build three small modular nuclear reactors for Sweden, marking a major step in the British engineering group's ambition to become a leading supplier of the technology in Europe.
Russian Tu-22M3 bomber crashes during training flight
Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber has crashed in the Irkutsk region during a training flight, amid reports of engine failure. The Defence Ministry said it was not carrying weapons and the crew ejected safely. Four people were taken to hospital.
Trump tells Netanyahu 'be responsible with Lebanon, let Syria handle Hezbollah' at G7
Trump questions Netanyahu's methods, says Beirut strike was excessive, and points to Syria’s President as the most “capable” of countering Hezbollah.
Watch: German chancellor surprises Trump with 'Trump 47' football jersey at G7
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz presented U.S. President Donald Trump with a personalized football jersey during the G7 summit in France.
MEPs approve EU-US trade deal despite Trump’s new trade war threats
The agreement removes EU tariffs on US goods while accepting a 15 percent levy in the other direction.
Education: Where in the EU has the most early school dropouts?
The number of young Europeans leaving education early is falling, but geography and employment prospects still shape the picture. How do EU countries compare with each other?
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Robert Kuzovkov, who used the pseudonym Semyon Skrepetsky, has been known for his caricatures of politicians including Vladimir Putin.
Humanoid robots join models at fashion show in Seoul
Humanoid robots wearing designer outfits shared the runway with human models at a futuristic fashion show in Seoul, highlighting advances in robotics and AI.
Deadline looms for UniCredit's hostile bid for Commerzbank
Tuesday marks the final day for UniCredit's hostile and highly political takeover offer for Commerzbank, as Italy's second-largest bank has its sights on an ambitious pan-European banking merger.
Moscow oil refinery ablaze after retaliatory Ukrainian drone strike
Kyiv claimed the attack as retaliation for Russia's intensifying aerial campaign, a day after drones damaged a UNESCO-listed monastery complex in the capital.
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Anish Kapoor brings darkness, mirrors and the 'sublime' to London’s Hayward Gallery
A major new exhibition showcasing the work of Turner Prize-winner Anish Kapoor has opened at London’s Hayward Gallery, bringing together blood-red suspended sculptures, distorted mirror installations and void-like forms that warp perception and space.
Nvidia raises over €21.5bn in first bond sale since 2021 as AI growth race continues
Nvidia has returned to the corporate debt market for the first time in five years, pricing a $25 billion (€21.5bn) bond sale that drew roughly $85 billion (€73.2bn) in orders, a sign of investors' strong appetite for exposure to AI.
Triumph of democracy or a geopolitical game? Election fraud in Armenia before the eyes of the West
The parliamentary elections held in Armenia on 7 June did not merely determine the country's political future. They also became another test demonstrating how the West approaches issues of democracy, electoral transparency, and political legitimacy. Once again, the West failed
Ships start to trickle through Strait of Hormuz, but who will run it still in doubt
Trump said the strait would be "completely open" by Friday, but key details over who will manage the crucial waterway remain unresolved. Meanwhile, Iran has made further claims that it will control Hormuz in the future based on its interpretation of the framework deal with the
Rare first edition of ‘Wuthering Heights’ (complete with spelling mistakes) to go up for auction
It’s the first copy of the Gothic novel in the publisher’s original cloth binding to be auctioned since 1908.
Europe’s most welcoming countries and cities for expats
A new report looks at factors including foreign-born employment rates, safety, and overall expat experience.
Hundreds of cats destined for slaughter rescued in Vietnam as police dismantle theft ring
Vietnamese police arrested nine people and rescued more than 400 live cats destined for slaughter, reuniting dozens with their owners. Around 100 of the animals later died from their ordeal.
The best FIFA World Cup 2026 aircraft liveries
National carriers have sent their teams to the world’s biggest stage in style aboard special themed planes.
'I'll have to buy new nets': Killer pufferfish are devastating Crete's fishing industry
Fishermen are calling for an immediate subsidy scheme to cull toxic pufferfish, while scientists look for ways to neutralise their lethal toxin.
Seaplanes: Greece-Albania link takes off, with more international routes planned
Hellenic Seaplanes is expanding its network, introducing new routes that will connect the city of Ioannina with Vlorë and Pogradec in neighbouring Albania.
Fact check: Is the EU fining member states that don't accept migrants?
A major reform of the EU’s migration and asylum system has recently entered into force, prompting political figures in France to criticise one of its key provisions. However, their claims are misleading.
Türkiye’s capital is packed with cultural treasures, many of which will be on display this year
As the 2026 Turkic World Tourism Capital, Ankara will be promoting its deep cultural routes and inviting global travellers to explore its UNESCO sites and museums, attend musical performances and savour its delightful gastronomic scene.
Europe's top listening hotels: Check in for music, DJs and vinyl
From vinyl-fuelled cocktail lounges in Athens and London to a luxury listening suite in Lake Como, European hotels are turning sound into the main attraction, blending analogue music, DJ culture and design-led hospitality into immersive stays.
Crowds flock to JR's giant cave installation on Paris' Pont Neuf
Visitors queued to explore French artist JR's new immersive installation, which transforms Paris' oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, into a giant cave open around the clock.
A cave for a crowd: French artist JR opens 'Caverne' art work on Pont Neuf bridge in Paris
Open until 28 June, JR’s ephemeral art installation, by the master of XXL photography, immerses Parisian passers-by in a vast cave.
Why a nature-positive economy is Europe's smartest investment
Commissioner Jessika Roswall writes that restoring ecosystems can unlock billions in sustainable growth and resource security at the same time as mitigating severe climate risks. After this year’s EU Green Week in Brussels, one message stands out above all others: investing in
WATCH: Bolton says Trump played like violin by Iran
Iran outmanoeuvred US President Donald Trump "like a violin" in negotiations, walking away with far better terms after sensing his desperation for a deal to end the war, former National Security Adviser John Bolton told Euronews.
€31bn drug trade, 7,600 deaths: How the EU plans to tackle the drug crisis
29 million Europeans use drugs every year, and the market has an estimated €31 billion value. The European Council has released a new framework to completely change how the EU handles this enormous problem, from enforcement to public health.
CBAM webinar follow up: 'How to make your decarbonization efforts pay off'
On Thursday 7 May 2026, DG TAXUD hosted the second in a series of webinars on the implementation of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). The webinar aimed to help producers in a third country understand the CBAM methodology and turn their decarbonisation efforts
Protesting and cheering as Iran's World Cup match divides diaspora
Iran's opening World Cup match drew both supporters and protesters outside the stadium near Los Angeles, highlighting divisions within the Iranian-American community.
Eight killed in US Air Force B-52 bomber crash in California
Eight people were killed when a B-52 bomber crashed and burst into flames shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California. Officials said the aircraft was on a routine test mission and the cause remains under investigation.
Iran 'played Trump like a violin' in deal, former national security adviser Bolton tells Euronews
Bolton tells Euronews the US sacrificed its strategic leverage as Trump prioritised lowering oil prices, while Iran walks away with the deal it wanted.
G7 summit: Focus turns to Middle East as Arab leaders join talks
The second day of the G7 summit in Évian, France, is underway. The topics on the agenda include Russia's war on Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East and international partnerships.
Bank of Japan raises its key interest rate to a three-decade high
The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 1% on Tuesday, citing challenges stemming from a weak Japanese yen and higher prices.
Unlock Your Power: New EU campaign to help citizens better understand and use their energy rights
On 11 June the European Commission launched 'Unlock Your Power! Your energy. Your rights. Your choice.' - a new awareness-raising campaign designed to improve citizens’ understanding of their energy consumer rights. Through this campaign the Commission aims to inform, empower
Bonnie Tyler out of induced coma but still in serious condition
The 75-year-old Welsh singer has been in intensive care at Faro Hospital since early May following emergency surgery for a perforated bowel.
Europe Today: Inside the G7 Summit in Évian
Global leaders are gathering in the French spa town of Évian les Bains for the second day of the G7. US President Donald Trump told allies that he expects the Strait of Hormuz to be “fully open” on Friday, where the framework deal to end the war is expected to be formalised in
Protecting local food and drinks: More than 3,700 geographical indications registered
The European Commission has now registered more than 3,700 geographical indications (GIs), helping to protect Europe’s rich food and drink heritage while promoting quality products across the EU and beyond. Geographical indications protect the names of products that are closely
Are you prepared for the safety risks of the modern workplace?
A safe and healthy working environment benefits all, whether you’re an employee or the boss. The latest episode of the Just Europe podcast tackles the hurdles involved and potential solutions. Did you know that today firefighters have only three to five minutes to safely exit a
Human skills increasingly in demand as AI reshapes labour market, PwC finds
As AI takes on more routine tasks, employers are placing a higher premium on judgment, creativity and leadership, according to a new PwC report.
Book a ‘Chef’s Table’ in business class: United upgrades dining on select long-haul flights
Ever wondered what happens when a streaming hit and an airline unite? US carrier United is collaborating with Netflix’s Chef’s Table to bring 30 new chef-curated dishes to its Polaris international business class.
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‘AI is the key to global power status’: Inside China's race to militarise artificial intelligence
The true extent of China's military AI remains unclear, despite public displays of autonomous drones, AI-powered naval weapons and "robot dogs," experts told Euronews.