Polish Olympic chief Radosław Piesiewicz arrested in crypto-linked graft probe, officials say
Authorities launched an investigation in April, which prompted most of Poland's sports federations to call for Piesiewicz's resignation.
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EU’s frugals push for cuts but can’t agree on how much as budget talks enter key phase
The EU's frugals gathered in Berlin to push for cuts. But they still cannot agree on how much as European budget talks enter key phase.
Italy faces summer's most intense heatwave with 45°C highs
Nine cities will be under red heat alerts on Friday, while northern regions face a growing risk of torrential rain, hail and strong winds.
Convicted Bosnian Serb war criminal Ratko Mladić dies in Hague prison
The former Bosnian Serb military commander, sentenced to life for the summary execution of more than 8,000 Bosniaks in July 1995 and the years-long siege of Sarajevo, died at 84. He spent 15 years as a fugitive before his arrest in Serbia in 2011.
Is Spain facing another major earthquake? A geologist tells Euronews about the risks
Euronews talks to a National Geographic Institute geologist about the real danger, the areas most at risk and what science can – and cannot – predict.
Russian MP threatens Hungary with energy cut-off after Budapest labels Moscow a security threat
Hungary’s new Tisza government has labelled Russia a security threat, marking a sharp break with the Orbán era. Moscow has warned the shift could put Hungary’s Russian oil and gas supplies at risk.
CIA boss Moscow trip was about Iran, not the Baltics, ex-Estonian president tells Euronews
Former Estonian president tells Euronews Ratcliffe’s Moscow talks were more likely about Iran than a warning against aggression in the Baltics. He says Russia’s calculus in the region has not changed.
Strict rules on French cheesemaking relaxed as farmers battle record heat and drought
Depleted grasslands have forced farmers to temporarily supplement their cows' diets with feed from elsewhere.
2027 eclipse sends prices soaring: Up to €33,129 a night in El Palmar
With almost a year to go, accommodation prices in southern Spain are soaring, with some stays already reaching €33,129 for a single night.
Gamescom 2026 opens in Cologne with record exhibitors and visitors
Gamescom 2026 has opened in Cologne, bringing together developers, industry professionals and gamers for the world’s largest trade fair dedicated to computer and video games.
How a glacier collapse may have triggered the Nepal-Tibet disaster
While individual glacial events cannot be directly attributed to climate change, experts say rising global temperatures are putting increasing pressure on glaciers.
The literary scandal of the year? Rachel Cusk's 'Life of M' / Natalie Portman drama explained
Is Natalie Portman really the subject of Rachel Cusk’s new novel? Or is this manufactured literary drama designed to generate buzz?
Coffee for a Frenchman, police for an Algerian: Users accuse Gemini of bias
Google's AI search tool gave starkly different advice depending on the nationality named in questions posed to its chatbot, prompting accusations of racial bias that have swept French media.
Von der Leyen turns up pressure on China over trade deficit
The European Commission's president said that the EU’s trade relationship with China had to be rebalanced, and pointed out that the bloc's trade defence investigations into Chinese products had ramped up significantly in recent years.
Villena Treasure stolen in under four minutes, major Bronze Age find in Europe
The thieves diverted security forces with a false alarm on the outskirts, then entered the museum and stole 59 prehistoric artefacts in under four minutes.
Thieves steal Villena Treasure in under four minutes, one of Europe's great Bronze Age hoards
The thieves distracted security forces with a false alarm on the outskirts of Villena and stole the museum's 59 prehistoric pieces in under four minutes.
Can French debt really be cancelled? Mélenchon’s proposal sparks debate
Mélenchon’s call to cancel part of France’s debt heats up the presidential race, with prominent French banker Matthieu Pigasse backing the proposal.
ESA signs €158.9 million first major European Launcher Challenge contract with PLD Space
The European Space Agency has signed its first contract with PLD Space under the European Launcher Challenge, worth 158.9 million euros. The Alicante-based company will use the funds to increase MIURA 5 launch cadence and develop new orbital capabilities.
ESA signs first major European Launcher Challenge contract with Spain's PLD Space
ESA has signed its first contract with PLD Space under the €158.9 million European Launcher Challenge. The Alicante company will use the funds to increase MIURA 5 launches and develop new orbital capabilities.
Nepal flash flood: dramatic footage shows Rasuwa valley engulfed
Dramatic footage shows a flash flood tearing through Nepal’s Rasuwa district, killing 157 people and leaving hundreds missing.
Apple to unveil foldable ‘iPhone Ultra’ on 9 September
Incoming CEO John Ternus will present the company’s first foray into the foldable phone market, hitting shelves by the end of the year starting at €2,200.
Nordics weigh merging their stock exchanges into one regional market
A group of the Nordic region's largest companies and investors is examining whether Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland could combine their national stock exchanges into a single regional marketplace in an effort to deepen liquidity and win more listings.
Could high-speed trains run from London to Europe every 15 minutes?
Catching a train from London to mainland Europe could soon become a lot easier, with services to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam potentially departing as often as every 15 minutes by the end of the decade as Eurostar faces a wave of new competition.
How Dubai became the world’s easiest place to set up and scale a business
Dubai’s streamlined regulation, free zones and Founders HQ are drawing investors and startups, turning the emirate into a launchpad for global expansion.
Gdansk Shipyard: Art atelier fights to save site's historical legacy amid redevelopment threat
Gdansk Shipyard - the place where Lech Wałęsa led the strikes that brought about the fall of communism and Poland's transition to democracy - is now undergoing another transformation. Private developers are turning the site into new housing estates and business spaces.
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Kilometre-long petrol queues in Iran signal further strain on Tehran
Lines formed outside Tehran petrol stations from midnight as a daily shortfall met with panic buying, while officials denied a shortage and said prices would have to change, without clarifying when or by how much.
US Democratic Party’s progressives and moderates face off in pre-midterms civil war
A string of recent primaries across the US have thrown new light on the deep divisions between the party's political factions. Is opposition to Trump enough to unify the coalition?
Fidesz weighs a future without Orbán and even dissolution after historic defeat
Insiders say Viktor Orbán's party is looking into the abyss amid corruption scrutiny, a wave of senior departures and Tisza's dominant poll lead. Orbán's personal future in politics will be discussed next year.
Ceuta faces second night of tense protests: government and media in the crosshairs
Ceuta has seen two days of protests over the migration crisis, with barricades and rubber bullets fired on Trampolin beach. Crews from La Sexta and RTVE were harassed while reporting, amid an escalation of tensions condemned by journalists' associations.
Trump says Mojtaba Khamenei alive but 'very seriously wounded' in February strikes
The US president told conservative commentator Glenn Beck that Khamenei sustained serious injuries to the left side of his body, including his arm and leg. Khamenei has not appeared publicly since his appointment in March and was absent from his father's funeral in July.
Spanish Nutrition Agency issues menopause guidelines based on male studies
The agency will review the report after criticism from several women researchers, who argue that some advice on nutrients like iron or vitamin C relies only on studies on men.
Syria's president pays for coffee with Visa card as Damascus rejoins financial systems
Syria's president paid for a coffee in Damascus with a Visa card this week to mark the country's removal from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism and the reconnection of its banks to the global financial system.
West Nile virus: 75 new cases in a week, 232 infections and 19 deaths in Greece
As of 26 August, a total of 19 deaths had been reported, all among patients aged over 65.
La Tomatina 2026 in pictures: Tomato chaos takes over the streets of Buñol
One of Spain's most famous (and messiest) festivals returned to the streets of Buñol, as thousands gathered to pelt tomatoes at one another.
Polls too close to call in Iceland's pivotal EU membership referendum
The gap between the two camps appears to be steadily closing ahead of Saturday's vote.
Think Scandinavia is best for an active coolcation? The Alps are giving it a run for its money
Scandinavia may be an obvious choice for a cooler summer holiday, but a new ranking has found the Alps are just as tempting for travellers looking to hike, cycle and escape the heat. France’s Mont Blanc region takes the top spot, while Alpine destinations claim four places in
Norway's royal family gathers at King Harald's bedside as his condition worsens
The 89-year-old has been in hospital for over a week receiving treatment for a rare blood condition.
Fan backlash as gay World Cup star joins Saudi club
Spain forward Esther Gonzalez attracts backlash after signing for Saudi Women's Premier League side Al Qadsiah.
Gamescom: Germany is Europe’s largest video game market
Gamescom in Cologne is the world's biggest fair for computer and video games. In 2026, it set a record for exhibitors and was visited by the German president and leading politicians.
Polka dots, infinity rooms and phallic sculptures: Yayoi Kusama’s art in pictures
“She continued to paint until her final days, never setting aside her brush, and continued exploration of forever love and eternal soul.” Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who splashed her signature polka dots on paintings, sculptures and museum installations around the world, has
Norway's King Harald in 'extremely serious' condition, palace confirms
The 89-year-old monarch has been in hospital in Oslo since 17 August with a blood disorder as senior royals cancel their engagements.
World-first: AI guides live brain surgery in the UK to save patient's sight
A British man has become the first patient in the world to undergo brain surgery guided live by artificial intelligence, in an operation that saved his sight.
Russian driver arrested after two killed in France car ramming, officials say
The suspect, lawfully residing in France, was not known to intelligence services and had never been convicted of a crime, according to authorities.
9/11: Trial for alleged mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed set for June 2028
The US used Guantanamo, an isolated naval base, to hold militants captured during the "War on Terror" that followed the September 11 attacks in a bid to keep the defendants from claiming rights under US law.
Commission approves €6.1 billion for Ukraine's defence
On Ukraine Independence Day (24 August), the European Commission approved €6.1 billion in new defence procurement for Ukraine. This funding covers air and missile defence systems, missiles, ammunitions and radars, reaffirming Europe's commitment to supporting Ukraine's defence
Hundreds of tourists among victims in Nepal as Europe issues travel advice
European governments have issued safety guidance and emergency contacts for travellers as flooding and landslides disrupt transport across parts of Nepal.
Stunning adults-only hotel set within historic villas opens in Sitges
The 38-key property is just steps away from the beach as well as the city’s historic centre.