Swiss voters set to vote on capping population at 10 million
Swiss voters will decide Sunday on an SVP-backed cap on population growth, which polls suggest will narrowly fail amid warnings it would harm the economy and EU relations.
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The passion and resurrection of Kaja Kallas
In her weekly newsletter, Euronews’ Europe editor Maria Tadeo reports on the week from hell for the EU’s top diplomat and her plan to salvage the European diplomatic service, plus Pope Leo’s apostolic journey in Spain and the Eurogroup meeting in Luxembourg.
Russia's opposition looks for a leader as new party launches in Berlin
Around 71% of Russians approve of President Vladimir Putin, according to the state-run pollster VCIOM. Yet a newly founded opposition party in exile believes it can help shape Russia's political future. How realistic are its ambitions?
Too much ‘football fever’? Why some World Cup fans should limit their excitement
Watching your team play can send your heart racing as fast as if you were sprinting, and for some fans that carries genuine medical risks.
Latest news bulletin | June 13th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Why Anthropic is halting access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models
The US government issued a directive ordering Anthropic to suspend access to the models for foreign nationals.
Thefts of rare Pushkin editions in France: perpetrators face up to 7 years in jail
French magistrates say these flights may reflect a drive to repatriate Russian cultural heritage, amid rising tensions between Moscow and the West since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
'Pushkin thieves' face up to 7 years in French prison
None of the stolen works has been recovered, but some of the men behind the criminal organisation have been brought to justice. It is believed the theft is a bid to repatriate Russian art.
Twitter 'miracle' during Pope's visit to Barcelona
A photograph of Leon XIV holding the hands of a seven-year-old boy during his visit to Barcelona went viral. Days later, the boy’s parents, convinced they had experienced a miracle, managed to find the photographer thanks to X.com, ChatGPT and Instagram.
UK: Royal Opera Chorus marks 2026 World Cup start with London performance
London marked the 2026 World Cup kick-off with SeokJong Baek and the Royal Opera Chorus performing Puccini’s ‘Nessun dorma’ in Covent Garden.
Could drones target Germany's parliament? Minister warns of growing threat
As drone-related security concerns rise across Europe, German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt is calling for permanent protection of the Bundestag and other constitutional bodies while authorities expand the country's counter-drone capabilities.
USA make impressive start to World Cup campaign in front of Hollywood stars
Some of Hollywood's biggest names were in attendance for the match at LA's SoFi stadium, including Tom Cruise and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Backlash against Kallas reveals hard truths of EU foreign policy
The growing criticism of Kaja Kallas as High Representative has laid bare structural shortcomings and tensions in the European Union's foreign policy.
Trump says US forces killed leader of the Tren de Aragua gang
The Tren de Aragua gang has been designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the US since February 2025.
She shoots, she scores: Spain's pioneering women's footballers get big screen treatment
Decades before Spain won the World Cup, a group of women toured the country promoting women's football and even played Italy and Portugal with an unofficial national side.
Are football stocks a good investment? The Pelé Index has an answer
The 'Pelé index' has tracked every listed European football club since 1998. A portfolio manager explains what almost three decades of data reveal about owning a piece of the beautiful game.
Latest news bulletin | June 13th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
‘A huge anomaly’: Antarctica records winter temperatures 20C warmer than normal
The new heat record comes amid a prolonged heatwave that has seen maximum daily temperatures above zero degrees for three consecutive weeks.
World's first large-scale hydrogen engine starts generating electricity
A giant hydrogen-powered engine has successfully supplied electricity to Spain's national grid in what its manufacturer says is a world first for large-scale power generation. Supporters say the technology could help balance renewable energy systems without carbon emissions.
David Beckham receives star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Football icon David Beckham was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognising his sporting achievements and influence on the growth of football in the United States.
Cuban president announces economic reforms to 'liberalise' the embargo-hit and blockaded island
Díaz-Canel announced a slew of reforms in key sectors such as tourism, foreign trade and private business, amid new US sanctions designed to cripple the island nation into submission.
European Commission seeks further answers over Russia's participation at the Venice Biennale
The European Commission has requested further clarifications from the Venice Biennale Foundation over Russia's participation, saying issues raised earlier remain unresolved and giving it 30 days to respond.
Ship from Colombia laden with food and other goods docks in Cuba to help ease crises
Regular power outages have intensified since US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs in late January on any country that sells or provides oil to Cuba.
The G7 has a critical minerals plan, but it is missing a development chapter
The G7 has spent the past year building an ambitious plan to secure its access to critical minerals, the materials needed for electric cars, wind turbines, and semiconductors. The urgency is real. Demand for key energy transition minerals like copper, cobalt and lithium is
Federal judge rejects bid to halt removal of Trump's name from Kennedy Center building
Since returning to the White House, Trump has taken repeated measures to put his name and image in official spaces, an abrupt break with American political tradition.
Pope returns to Rome on plane offered by Spanish king after technical glitch, Vatican says
It was the first time in decades that a papal flight had experienced a problem so serious that it required the pope to change planes.
Pakistan says US-Iran peace deal likely to be finalised 'in the next 24 hours'
A ceasefire took effect in April, but sporadic episodes of violence have sparked renewed fears of a return to all-out war.
EU countries agree to unblock accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova
Friday's agreement allows Ukraine and Moldova to formally open the first cluster of accession negotiations, known as "Fundamentals".
'Hussarz' roar over Poland as first F-35s officially enter service
Residents of several Polish cities heard the roar of F-35 fighter engines as the first three jets delivered to Poland staged a ceremonial flypast over Gdańsk, Warsaw, Kraków and Łódź.
How Japan is helping Vietnam build resilience against disasters
Japan is sharing decades of disaster management expertise with Vietnam through infrastructure, education and early warning projects backed by The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and UNESCO.
Latest news bulletin | June 12th, 2026 – Evening
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SpaceX makes its Nasdaq debut after the largest public offering in history
Elon Musk's SpaceX began trading on the Nasdaq this Friday under the ticker SPCX, following a record $75bn (€65bn) capital raise that valued the AI and space firm at about $1.78 trillion (€1.54trn).
New France-Ireland ferry revives Boulogne's international links
A new overnight service linking Cork and Boulogne-sur-Mer has begun operations, restoring international passenger ferries to the northern French port for the first time in 15 years and offering travellers another route that avoids the UK.
Belgian driver convicted of murder over carnival car crash that killed seven people
The trial was heard in a special hall to accommodate nearly 200 civil parties taking part. The civil claimants include some who are disabled for life and the relatives of those who died.
From Florence to Crete: 11 European hotels among the world’s best new stays
From restored palaces in Rome and Bucharest to countryside retreats in Devon and Crete, travel magazine Afar has unveiled its annual ranking of the world's best new and revamped hotels - with 11 standout properties in Europe making the cut.
How European businesses are rethinking customer support in the AI era
Across Europe, the pressure to modernise customer support operations has moved from a long-range strategic concern to an immediate business reality. Rising consumer expectations, tighter operating budgets, and a sweeping new regulatory framework are converging to push
EMYA 2026: Which museum will be named Europe’s best?
Thirty-four nominees are eyeing this year’s European Museum of the Year Award - from Portugal and Estonia to Türkiye and the United Kingdom. Here are some of the museums competing for the right to be called Europe's best museum of 2026.
Any change to EU protection scheme for Ukrainians should be 'gradual', UNHCR deputy chief says
Kelly Clements tells Euronews that any planned changes to EU protections for Ukrainian refugees should be carried out "very gradually", as some EU capitals push for excluding military-age men from the scheme.
Israelis celebrate first Pride Parade in Tel Aviv since October 7 attack
Thousands of people joined the Tel Aviv Pride parade on 12 June, filling the city's seafront with rainbow flags, music and calls for greater LGBTQ+ rights in a region where equality remains limited.
The path to SAFE II: inside the struggle to revamp Europe's defence financing tool
EU policymakers are weighing a SAFE II defence financing tool, with Eastern-flank states pushing for grants over loans. But the final SAFE I uptake, the development of the European defence industry, Ukraine's battlefield-driven tech edge and shifting warfare scenarios are
US withdraws long-range military capabilities from NATO
The move comes at a particularly tense moment, with US Donald Trump increasingly angry at NATO allies over their refusal to join his war on Iran.
EU energy ministers eye jet fuel reserves as Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens supply
With the peak summer season drawing near, EU energy ministers are wary that jet fuel supply may be further strained, even as analysts see "sharp movement" towards greater jet fuel production within European refineries.
Washington plans to slash fighter jets and warships to NATO in Europe, US media report
The reported cutbacks come as European nations race to bolster their defence capacities since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 sparked fears that Moscow could attack a NATO country.