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IOC criticised for selling Nazi-era Olympics T-shirt
The International Olympic Committee defends the T-shirt as being part of its Heritage Collection, celebrating styles from all editions of the Games.
Mexican Navy ships carrying humanitarian aid dock in Cuba as US blockade sparks energy crisis
The ships arrived two weeks after US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on any country selling or providing oil to Cuba, prompting the island to ration energy.
French Defence Minister questions whether Russia ‘really wants peace’ with Ukraine
The French Defence Minister told Euronews that, based on what she witnessed on a recent visit to Ukraine, she questioned whether Russia wants peace. She emphasised, however, the importance of continued dialogue with Moscow.
Europe's flagship Ariane 6 rocket launches with 32 satellites for Amazon Leo network
The Ariane 6 programme is backed by 13 nations, all members of the European Space Agency and building the rocket requires the expertise of around 600 subcontractors led by ArianeGroup.
Louvre museum: Police in Paris arrest ten people over major ticket fraud operation
A large-scale fraud ring at the Louvre museum has been busted by police in Paris. Up to ten people have been arrested including museum staff and guides.
Interest-free home loans and €250 per child: Can France boost its falling birth rate?
A parliamentary committee has unveiled a plan to tackle France’s collapsing birth rate. But with experts and the public sceptical, the proposals are proving deeply divisive.
World Governments Summit: Flying cars and robots move from science fiction to reality
With advances in artificial intelligence beginning to reshape mobility, Dr Hongdi Brian Gu, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Co-president of XPeng, told Euronews at the World Governments Summit that technologies once confined to science fiction are moving closer to
Europe’s most powerful rocket Ariane 64 launches carrying Amazon satellites
The launch from Europe's spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, on the northeastern coast of South America, is a first for Amazon Leo.
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'My conscience is clear': Hungary's opposition leader says he was lured into sex tape 'honey trap'
Péter Magyar has claimed his former girlfriend lured him into a compromising situation and rejected allegations of drug use, saying Viktor Orbán's government is using secret service methods to smear him.
Controversial Minnesota immigration crackdown ending, Trump's border czar says
While the Trump administration called those arrested in Minnesota "dangerous criminal illegal aliens," many people with no criminal records, including children and US citizens, were detained.
Belgian federal police raid European Commission offices over alleged property sale irregularities
The Belgian federal police raided several European Commission buildings on Thursday as they probe suspected irregularities in property transactions carried out in 2024.
'NATO 3.0': US and Europe appear to agree rebalancing of power is needed
Washington wants to focus more on other theatres, while Europeans are wary of the mercurial nature of the current US administration.
Winter Olympics: False claims and AI video of JD Vance being booed buffet Milano Cortina
From a fake viral video of JD Vance being booed to Russian-backed disinformation, did you spot these fake claims surrounding the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics?
Switzerland to vote on proposal to cap population at 10 million by 2050
Switzerland will vote on capping its population at 10 million by 2050, a right-wing Swiss People's Party plan that pits immigration limits against labour needs.
Greece bets on LNG corridor to power Europe’s post-Russia energy future
Once overlooked, the region around Alexandroupolis is now at the centre of plans to secure gas supplies and reshape the EU’s energy map.
Storm Nils lashes France's Atlantic coast, damaging boats and uprooting trees
Storm Nils causes significant damage around the Arcachon Basin (Gironde), tearing sails from boats in Arcachon harbour and uprooting pine trees along the beachfront.
The narrative around AI must change from job loss to enablement, says Tech Mahindra CEO
Speaking to Euronews in Dubai at the World Governments Summit, Mohit Joshi, CEO of Tech Mahindra outlined the impact of AI on their clients, the narrative around ai today and the potential of the historic free trade agreement between the UK and India.
Wind power pacts and pollution-busting kitchen appliances: Positive environmental stories from 2026
Eco anxiety is very real, so we share this year's most uplifting stories to prove there’s hope for our climate.
Beijing stages molten iron fireworks show ahead of Lunar New Year
Residents in Beijing watched a traditional molten iron fireworks performance as part of celebrations leading up to the Lunar New Year.
From beyond the grave: Archaeologists bring 'vampire' back to life after 400 years
After 400 years, the face of a so-called “vampire” has been reconstructed by bioarchaeologists. It follows the discovery in 2023 of a man buried face down in Croatia; a Slavic folklore practice meant to prevent the dead from returning as mythical blood-thirsty demons.
Sinking star: Mercedes operating profits dropped by more than 50%
Following a year marked by US tariffs and severe competition from China, the German car manufacturer Mercedes recorded a huge drop in operating profits in 2025.
Israel charges two with using military secrets to profit from bets
The Attorney General's Office decided to prosecute the two individuals following a joint investigation by police, military intelligence and other security agencies.
Cancer in the EU: Cases rising across the bloc as health spending surges
Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in EU countries, and as countries rush to invest more in combatting the disease, the rising number of cases poses a growing social burden.
Luxury and AI stocks drive European markets to record highs
Upbeat earnings from Hermès and industrial groups linked to data-centre demand pushed the STOXX 600 to new highs.
EU court challenges controversial €10.2bn payment to Hungary
A court opinion says the European Commission should not have unfrozen funds for Hungary in 2023. MEPs suspected that the payment was made to convince Orbán to drop his veto on Ukrainian aid and EU accession.
Norway police search former PM Thorbjørn Jagland's properties in Epstein links probe
Ex-PM Thorbjørn Jagland’s properties were searched as his immunity was lifted over links to the late disgraced financier, amid wider Norwegian fallout over Epstein.
Manchester United co-owner apologises after saying UK ‘colonised’ by immigrants
Jim Ratcliffe apologises for saying Britain has been “colonised” by immigrants, after condemnation from Keir Starmer, Manchester leaders and Man United fans.
Heavy rains cause flooding, evacuations and motorway collapse in Portugal
Flooding, evacuations and infrastructure damage were reported in several areas of Portugal as rising river levels and heavy rain increased the risk of landslides and further flooding.
German parliament chief visits Gaza Strip under Israeli military escort
The Federal Foreign Office and the German embassy in Tel Aviv expressed security concerns and explicitly advised against entering the Gaza Strip, according to reports.
Motorway collapses as deadly storms hit France, Portugal and Spain
Storm Nils batters several European countries, leaving one person dead and several others injured.
The world’s most welcoming travel destinations have been revealed for 2026, and seven are in Europe
The new lists reveal 10 cities and 10 regions that have been praised for their hospitality over the past 12 months.
Galicia, Vestland, Normandy: Why these quieter European regions are trending
As overtourism plagues popular destinations and climate change makes traditional holiday spots uncomfortably hot in summer, visitors are changing tack.
Kim Jong-un's daughter close to being named North Korea's next leader, Seoul says
North Korean state media have never published the name of Kim Jong-un's daughter, only referring to her as his "respected" or "most beloved" child.
Portugal tops EU leaderboard as over 80% of electricity in January came from renewables
Portugal’s electricity production last month was largely led by hydro and wind power, according to a new report.
AI or human? Researchers question who’s posting on AI bot social media site Moltbook
Moltbook claimed to be the exclusive social media site for autonomous agents, but a new study suggests there might be humans behind the posts.
NATO ministers insist Ukraine is top priority following launch of Arctic activity
The row over Greenland last month had sparked fears the 70-year-old military alliance could implode, but allies now appear to be getting back to business as usual.
Storm batters France, killing lorry driver and leaving 850,000 homes without power
The storm arrived late on Wednesday evening and swept across western France before moving southeast towards the Mediterranean coast and Corsica.
Hungary's Péter Magyar calls out 'Russian-style' sex tape threat as campaign turns ugly
The opposition leader, who is leading the polls ahead of April's elections, says Viktor Orbán's party is orchestrating a smear campaign with secretly recorded intimate videos.
Fans think a 2000 The Simpsons episode warned about Epstein island
The Simpsons has a strange pop culture reputation for predicting the future. A resurfaced clip from a 2000 episode is going viral online, with many suggesting that the animated show hinted at Epstein island years ago.
Lufthansa strike forces mass flight cancellations across Germany
Lufthansa did not specify how many flights would be cancelled but said it expects extensive disruptions. The airline's cargo division and regional subsidiary CityLine are also affected.
From almonds to pistachios: These are the healthiest nuts
Nuts are packed with health benefits. How can each of them improve diets?
Ukrainian Olympian disqualified for helmet honouring war-fallen athletes
Disqualified Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych said, “This is price of our dignity” as he left the Olympics before his first run.
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Estonians drive on ice road across frozen sea: What's behind the cold weather?
Passengers cannot wear seat belts to allow for fast exit in case of an accident.
Hollywood in Berlin: See the stars expected on the Berlinale red carpet
The opening night of the Berlinale belongs to the stars – and this year an unusually high number will be walking the red carpet, with a few high-profile surprise celebrity guests also expected.
Messy Milan: What is the viral Olympics girlfriend cheating scandal?
The Winter Olympics started less than a week ago, and it's been messy... The latest headline-grabbing scandal is a cheating one - and not the sports kind.
Bosnia and Herzegovina unveils Roby, its first humanoid robot in Sarajevo’s streets
Humanoid robot Roby debuts in Sarajevo’s Old Town, showcasing Bosnia’s first public humanoid robotics demo and its role in tourism and services.
Russia moves to block WhatsApp after introducing Telegram restrictions
Critics and rights groups say the measures are a clear attempt by the Kremlin to expand surveillance and tighten control over internet use, amid a broad crackdown on dissent during the ongoing war in Ukraine.