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'Primetime', M83 and obsolete tech: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
Robert Pattinson takes on the role of a lifetime as fame-hungry TV host Chris Hansen; French dream pop band M83 mark their tenth anniversary, and Matthew McConaughey becomes 'Brothers' with Woody Harrelson. Here's what to look out for this week.
Venezuelan man shot and injured by ICE agent in Texas, officials say
The Mayor of Austin, Kirk Watson, has called for an independent probe involving local police, saying ICE should not investigate the incident by itself.
Singer Damon Albarn speaks out as Gorillaz kick off US tour: 'Don’t ever be neutral'
Gorillaz frontman Damon Albarn's action and words come at a time when discussion continues regarding artists' ability to freely express their thoughts about Palestine. His words also resonate as the neutrality of figures like Ed Sheeran has drawn widespread condemnation.
2025 International Humanitarian Law report: The EU continues efforts to promote the respect of international humanitarian law across the globe
2025 was marked by all too many events that called into question the effective implementation of International humanitarian law (IHL). The need for humanitarian protection and assistance has never been greater. The current global challenges, with over 130 armed conflicts
How is the EU improving kids’ safety online? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed the EU KIDS ACT on 17 September. It limits children’s access to social media and makes online games, video-sharing sites, and AI chatbots minor-proof. But what does it include? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
Europe Today: Merz under pressure again, Ukraine's biggest strike hits Moscow
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is under pressure again after his CDU party suffered a disastrous result in Sunday's German state elections, as Ukraine launched its biggest-ever drone strike on Moscow. Today on Europe Today we also cover rising Iran-US tensions and Meloni's
Demand for trade defence action, EU commitment to tackle unfair trade remain strong in 2025
Strong demand for trade defence action continued in 2025, with the European Commission again opening an above-average number of investigations, reveals a new report. The Commission initiated 32 new investigations last year – just slightly below the record high of 2024, shows
Putin's United Russia party set to retain power after vote hit by cyberattacks and drones
The election, held to elect members in all seats of the lower house State Duma, is the first since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
A tooth from the Ice Age: Mastodon fossil found in San Francisco Bay Area
A 23cm long fossilised tooth discovered in a California creek is offering scientists a glimpse into the Bay Area's prehistoric past.
Commission publishes draft list of countries authorized to import EU waste and an assessment of plastic waste exports to Türkiye
Under the Regulation, exports of plastic waste from the EU to non-OECD countries will be banned from 21 November 2026. The European Commission published a draft list of non-OECD countries today (18 Sep) that could be authorised to import non-hazardous waste from the EU after
US arrests 18 suspects in killing of Haitian president Jovenel Moïse, officials say
Moïse, 53, was gunned down on 7 July 2021 at his private residence by a hired group of about 20 military-trained Colombian mercenaries. His security detail did not intervene to protect him.
Dirty air is killing Europeans and costing trillions. These cities prove change is possible
From London's ULEZ to Sofia's clean air zone, European cities are proving that cleaner air is achievable – but there's still much work to do.
October 2026 travel guide: Where to go, what to see and the new hotels to book
Planning an autumn escape? From spooky season in Transylvania and Ireland to food festivals in San Sebastián, Oktoberfest in Munich and new hotel openings in Lisbon and London, these are the travel highlights to know about this month.
Latest news bulletin | September 21st, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Brussels to keep ban on Arctic oil and gas drilling despite Norwegian pressure
Euronews has learned that the European Commission will maintain its ban on new oil and gas drilling in the Arctic, ahead of the 20 October announcement of its revamped Northern Neighbourhood strategy.
MEPs adopt 'tough' new measures to combat narco trafficking
MEPs have adopted a “stronger, coordinated” EU response to narco-trafficking in Europe's waters. A resolution adopted on Thursday is hailed as an “urgent step towards a Europe that protects its own waters and law enforcement officers who defend them.” The resolution addresses
The Big Question: Can a viral sensation become a global brand?
‘We don't see anyone as competitors’: Meet the viral brand who count Ashton Kutcher and PepsiCo among their investors
Accessibility in video games and board games: the game nobody wants to miss
Players with visual or motor disabilities devise their own ways to keep playing, while Microsoft, Sony and ONCE develop adapted controllers and editions of video and board games.
US and China to seek 'AI dialogue' to communicate shared concerns
US and Chinese economic officials discussed creating a communication channel for AI concerns at meetings Sunday as they set the stage for a summit of the countries' top leaders this week.
France debt set for highest level since 1978 as fiscal strain grows
France is facing mounting pressure to rein in its public finances as it prepares a €54 billion package of spending cuts for next year.
Germany: The Left triumphs in Berlin as AfD surges in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
Germany’s final state elections of the year have delivered a sharp political shake-up. The Left has won Berlin, while the AfD has come out on top in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, with the CDU suffering heavy losses in both elections.
Macron and Carney vow closer France-Canada ties amid strained US relations
Macron welcomed Canadian PM Mark Carney to Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon for talks aimed at deepening economic and security ties, as Canada seeks closer relations with France and Europe amid tensions with the US.
German Chancellor Merz calls state election a 'disaster' for his party but vows to stay on
Exit polls show damaging losses for Merz's centre-right CDU party in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Berlin.
Why Some Europeans Are Moving to Russia
For Europeans thinking about leaving home, Russia would not normally be the easiest choice. Direct travel is more limited than it once was, banking between Russia and the European Union has become cumbersome, and relations between Moscow and Western governments remain poor.
Exit polls show Merz’s party suffering heavy losses in 2 German state elections
Merz’s centre-right Christian Democratic Union is projected to fall to 5.5% in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. That would be its worst result there since World War II. The CDU is projected to come in second with 20%, behind the Left party at 24.5%, according to the exit poll by
Meloni announces ban on burqa and niqab in Italian schools, cap on foreign students
Italy’s government is preparing new school measures, including a ban on niqabs. Meloni is facing competition from retired general Roberto Vannacci, who has called for tougher measures on migration.
Latest news bulletin | September 20th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Climate Week warns of challenges in delivering the energy transition
The event coincides with the United Nations General Assembly and is organised by the NGO Climate Group, which aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions worldwide by 2050.
Russians vote in final day of parliamentary elections
The vote comes as the Russian capital was hit by what its governor described as the "largest-scale attack" on the city since the war in Ukraine began.
Germans head to the polls in state elections as pressure mounts on Merz
The AfD comes into Sunday's vote fresh off the back of its election success in Saxony-Anhalt earlier this month and will be hoping for further gains.
Largest attack on Moscow sees Ukraine fire hundreds of drones, mayor says
Moscow's mayor says 450 drones were downed during the overnight barrage, in which two people died.
Moscow hit by 'largest-scale attack' on capital so far, mayor says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that Ukraine had targeted the Moscow region overnight, saying a "key" oil industry facility as well as a logistics facility were hit.
Newsletter: Carney is right on EU associate membership — the name is irrelevant, the politics aren’t
Each week, Euronews’ chief Europe editor Maria Tadeo debriefs the ins and outs of continental politics. This week, reporting from Strasbourg, she examines the EU’s pitch for associate membership for Canada.
Latest news bulletin | September 20th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Macron touts relationship with Canada in visit to Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Macron said he saw the planned meeting with Mark Carney as "a very strong gesture of friendship" and pointed to the Canadian leader's blossoming relationship with Brussels.
North Korea launches 'suspected ballistic missile' into East Sea
In August, Trump told reporters that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un had "57 very powerful nuclear weapons" as he once again touted the pair's relationship.
German elections under way which could decide fate of Chancellor Merz
The chancellor is facing intense political pressure which will increase if his party struggles in Sunday's polls.
CNN, MS NOW, POLITICO journalists denied access to the White House after Trump said he'd bar them
The White House Correspondents’ Association, led by Fox News’ Jacqui Heinrich called on the Trump administration to immediately restore access to the representatives of the media organisations it barred, arguing that the move sets a dangerous precedent for free speech.
US military says four killed in strike on suspected drug-trafficking boat in Caribbean
The US has moved to clamp down on drug-smuggling routes under US President Donald Trump, who has pledged to "wage war" against drug cartels.