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Search called off for GB surfer who disappeared off coast of Portugal
In a post on Instagram, GB Surfing paid tribute to Strong, calling him a "fantastic teammate" and "respected competitor."
Spain and Morocco agree urgent return of latest Ceuta migrants
Ceuta’s president, Juan Jesús Vivas, has urged the Spanish government to declare a national emergency and take control of managing the crisis in the autonomous city.
Italy: recipe for ancient elixir, possible Coca-Cola precursor, found in convent
In the archive of Florence's historic San Marco Pharmacy, a recipe for an "Elixir vinoso ricostituente" has been found, using the same ingredients as "French Wine Cola", the medicinal precursor of today's Coca-Cola.
Europe wants to be a strong partner of the US in the Moon race, ESA astronaut says
Italian astronaut Luca Parmitano will pilot the Artemis III mission, NASA's next step towards its first Moon landing in decades. He tells Euronews how he is preparing, his thoughts on the space race and what European aspects he’ll bring into orbit.
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Milei authorises expulsion of foreigners over anti-Argentina hate speech
The government said the changes were a response to what it described as "recent displays of hostility towards the Argentine Republic and Argentinians," although it did not cite specific examples.
UEFA announces boycott of future FIFA World Cups over investment plan
UEFA says the World Cup "cannot be treated as an investment product" and has threatened to pull its national teams from FIFA competitions unless the proposal is permanently withdrawn.
Copyright win: Sorry, ChatGPT won't help you write like Hemingway anymore
OpenAI has quietly shut the door on prompts asking ChatGPT to write "in the style of" famous authors, living or dead.
Uefa to boycott World Cups if Fifa plans approved
Uefa says "the World Cup is not for sale" after its 55 member associations vote to boycott future tournaments if Fifa and its president, Gianni Infantino, do not back down on their investment proposals.
Thousands of migrants storm Ceuta border from Morocco
Thousands crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, prompting local authorities to request a national emergency and military support.
Ceramics in Italy, glass in Czechia: Take the train to these traditional crafts centres in Europe
From clay-sculpting to glasswork, here are the ancient skills you can learn about and how to reach where they are still practised by train.
Southern Europe is dealing with fewer blazes but ‘greater’ wildfire risk. Is there a solution?
A major new study warns that Portugal, Spain, France, Italy and Greece are experiencing more ‘fire-promoting’ weather.
Copernicus: New ‘Fire Emissions Watch’ tool provides instant access to global fire emissions data
Near-real time global biomass burning emissions data is now more accessible than ever before as the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), which is implemented by ECMWF, launches ‘Fire Emissions Watch’ – a powerful and intuitive new online application that makes
Illicit tobacco: Successful raids are not enough to put an end to this criminal trade
Successful raids make the headlines. However, they also highlight just how much illegal tobacco can still be seized. Giovanni Kessler, former Director-General of the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF), is therefore calling for far-reaching measures in an opinion piece for
Hungary's Paks nuclear plant faces shutdown as Danube water levels hit record low
Hungary's Paks nuclear plant, which provides nearly half the country's power, may shut down within days as Danube water levels hit record lows. PM Péter Magyar says supply remains secure.
Low water levels: EU clears old Nazi warships from the Danube
Near Prahovo in Serbia, relics of the Second World War emerge when river levels are low. On the riverbed lie numerous wrecks of German warships scuttled by their crews in 1944 as they retreated from the Red Army.
Fire crews tackle blaze close to major nuclear power sites in UK
A spokesperson for energy company EDF told Euronews that the fire "is not currently affecting operations at Sizewell B power station" but that the company was "continuing to monitor the situation."
Azerbaijani pipelines act as critical 'arteries' linking Caspian gas to Europe, says SOCAR Executive
In an interview with Euronews, SOCAR energy executives discussed Azerbaijan’s expanding role in European energy security, following a 56 per cent increase in natural gas exports to the EU since 2021.
How the EU AI Act is reshaping company rules from Washington to Tokyo
Nearly half the companies citing the EU's AI Act in their governance disclosures have no legal obligation to follow it, as new research shows the rules are shaping practices well beyond the bloc's borders.
Greek police probe 'foul play' in death of woman found in suitcase
Elisabeth-Jane Ross's body was found in an abandoned building in the Kypseli district in Athens on 18 July.
Mercury Prize 2026: Paul McCartney becomes first-time nominee in thrilling shortlist
Established in 1992, the prestigious award honours the best album released by a British or Irish artist each year. For the 2026 nominees, RAYE, Nia Archives and Florence + The Machine will face off, while music legend Paul McCartney bags his first ever nomination at the tender
Drone footage captures massive Castellon wildfire in eastern Spain
Wildfires continue to burn across Spain as crews battle blazes in Castellon and Zamora, with thousands evacuated and aircraft supporting firefighting efforts.
FIFA's plan to sell World Cup to private investors has not been well received - but can they pull it off?
Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in FIFA’s commercial operations to private investors faces fierce opposition from UEFA, which could potentially have enough votes to block the proposal.
EU's competition chief Ribera slams climate deniers as fires rage: 'They are lying'
In her interview with Euronews, Ribera took aim at 'dangerous and stupid' European politicians who cast doubt on climate science and dismiss environmental policies as ideological rather than grounded in evidence.
A decade of growth: From headline figures to everyday change
A decade of economic reforms has reshaped investment, employment and finance in Uzbekistan. As growth continues, policymakers and international organisations are increasingly focused on whether its benefits are reaching businesses, workers and households.
Invasive mould infections are more common than thought, study finds
A new study suggests invasive mould infections are a bigger and more common health risk than previously thought.
Japan shopping mall explosion after 7.1 quake captured on dashcam footage
Dashcam footage shows a shopping mall explosion after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit Kumamoto, Japan, as rescuers search for survivors.
George and Amal Clooney forced to evacuate French home in Brignoles due to wildfires
As wildfires continue to ravage parts of southern Europe, the celebrity couple say they have “no idea” whether their French property will survive.
Seven dead after helicopter crashes during firefighting mission in Argentina
Seven people, including four senior officials from San Juan, were killed when a Bell 412 helicopter crashed during wildfire training en route to La Rioja.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% despite inflation risks
Although UK inflation fell in June, the Bank of England held interest rates steady as renewed conflict in the Middle East and volatile energy prices clouded the outlook.
Crete wildfire kills two firefighters as fierce flames spread in Greece
Wildfires continue to burn across Crete, Greece, where two firefighters died as strong winds fuelled the blaze and aircraft joined rescue efforts.
In Sudan's war, the UN weighs one side's alleged backers and overlooks the other's altogether
When a draft of the United Nations Panel of Experts on Sudan reached Reuters on 29 July, its preliminary findings were partially revealed. Reuters reported that the report traced Boeing 727 aircraft and a Chadian air corridor moving fighters, drones and weapons to the Rapid
'Crude language of MAGA’: Author Joyce Carol Oates defends 'The Odyssey' after translator's scathing review
The cultural debate over Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ continues, with Pulitzer Prize-finalist Joyce Carol Oates defending the film following a scathing review by translator Emily Wilson, who wrote that the film had “nothing convincing to say.”
EU expected to probe Balkan construction material imports over suspected Chinese tariff-dodging
There are growing suspicions that certain open mesh fabrics are being made with Chinese glass fibre already hit by EU anti-dumping and anti-subsidy duties for unfair pricing and state support.
Canadian intern of Chinese origin appeals Belgian pre-trial detention regarding spy charge
A Canadian national of Chinese origin has lodged an appeal against one-month pre-trial detention after being arrested last week on suspicion of spying for a third country while serving as an intern at a major NATO hub in Belgium.
The power struggle: The challenges for European battery producers to compete on a global stage
The European electric vehicle industry is developing at pace, and to make this possible, countries in the region are keen to develop as much of the technology locally as possible. This is why investment into locally produced battery technology has been so extensive in recent
Which European airports have the most direct flight connections?
Serving 294 destinations, Türkiye’s Istanbul Airport came out on top, followed by Paris Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam Schiphol.
Europe’s fastest-growing economies in Q2 2026: Who led and who lagged?
Eurozone GDP delivered a better-than-expected performance in the second quarter of 2026. But beneath the headline, Europe’s growth story looks increasingly uneven across member states.
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How the heatwave is taking a toll on European industry as key waterways run low
Prolonged low water levels have forced several European industries, including oil refining, nuclear power and chemicals, to reduce output because of raw-material and cooling-water shortages.
EU opens call for seven 'gigafactories' to train next-generation AI technologies
With concerns about digital dependency growing fast, the European Commission is pursuing "sovereign" AI infrastructure to become operational by mid-2028.
Cuba tourism crisis: An industry brought to ‘almost total paralysis’
Cuba’s tourism industry has been hit hard by US sanctions and fuel shortages, with nearly three-quarters of hotels now closed on the island.
Drone hits US LNG vessel at Damietta in first attack on Egyptian soil
Preliminary investigations showed a drone strike caused a fire to break out on two ships at Damietta port on the Mediterranean on Wednesday, authorities in Cairo said. No side has taken responsibility at this time.
Four migrants die trying to cross Channel from France to Britain
A boat sank late Wednesday off the coast of France near Hardelot. Four people were found dead, French authorities report.
NATO speaking with Polish authorities after 'Russian missile' crash
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha suggested the object that crashed in Poland was a Russian cruise missile that had been intended to strike Ukraine.
Thousands evacuated in Crete as wildfires threaten tourist resorts
Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.
Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian - Polish PM
The missile left a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine.
Spain inflation rises to 3.5% in July on fuel and electricity prices
Rising fuel and electricity prices push inflation up to 3.5% in July, while core inflation also edges up by 0.1 points.
Microsoft posts record profit as shares surge 10%, while Meta disappoints
Microsoft reported record quarterly profit and forecast accelerating Azure growth, while Meta’s profit and margins were hit by severance costs and legal expenses.