‘We must not become Barcelona’: Athens considers banning new hotels, mayor says
After the 'freezing' of short-term rentals in the centre of Athens, the discussion about 'freezing' the licenses for new hotels opens.
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From successor to architect: Key moments that defined Tim Cook’s leadership at Apple
When Tim Cook took over from Steve Jobs, he wasn't expected to reinvent Apple, only to keep it running. 15 years later he hands over one of the worlds most valuable companies. Here's how he did that.
From raw materials to value-added exports: A structural trade transformation
Uzbekistan is broadening its export base through market diversification, industrial growth, and trade reforms, targeting higher value-added products and new international markets.
France's president to welcome Lebanon's PM amid fragile ceasefire and tensions with Israel
The visit highlights France's efforts to back the Lebanese state even as its diplomatic standing with Israel weakens.
Unprecedented ruling finds Hungary's anti-LGBTQ laws in breach of EU values
The EU's top court finds that the reforms breached EU values on a number of levels and broke the founding values of the EU treaty.
German business expectations fall to their lowest levels since 2022
German business confidence dropped sharply in April, reaching its lowest point since the 2022 energy crisis.
Russia and North Korea connect road bridge ahead of summer opening, Moscow says
Ties between both countries have surged amid Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Moscow and Pyongyang deepening economic, political, cultural and military links.
Thales reports strong growth as defence orders jump on Iran war tensions
The French company recorded five defence orders worth more than €100 million each, as global demand rises amid the Iran war.
Looking inland: Portugal to boost regional tourism with €11 million projects
The projects will support nature, gastronomy, wellness and cultural tourism within Portugal’s inland, and attract visitors away from major tourist hotspots like Lisbon and Porto.
Armenia and Azerbaijan open up to trade after years of strained ties
Early signs of economic contact emerge between Armenia and Azerbaijan, as export data points to a modest resumption of trade.
Zelensky says failure of US envoys to visit Kyiv is 'disrespectful'
US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner have travelled to Moscow several times, but never to Kyiv.
Astronauts' brains retain memory of gravity even after months in space, study finds
Researchers working with 11 astronauts discovered that even in weightlessness, the brain continues to behave as if gravity is still present - a finding that could impact future space exploration.
Russia faked economic data to appear more resilient to its war and sanctions, intel report says
Swedish intelligence said Russia has been covering up a weak, debt-driven economy hit by war costs and sanctions, warning of rising inflation and banking risks.
The Iran war's biggest 'losers' are now 2026's top-performing markets
The stock markets that were supposed to pay the highest price for the Iran war are now the ones leading the 2026 league table, and the rebound from March's Hormuz panic has been one of the most aggressive relief rallies in years.
Dozens of Turkish coal miners detained after march for unpaid wages
Some 110 Doruk Madencilik workers who had been marching to Ankara to demand unpaid wages and compensation were detained as demands for rights and safety grow louder.
EU optimistic about ending Hungary's veto on €90 billion loan for Ukraine
Brussels is ready to move on with the €90 billion loan for Ukraine as soon as Hungary removes its controversial veto. The resolution could also pave the way for the adoption of a new package of sanctions against Russia.
BTS agency chairman Bang Si-Hyuk faces arrest over alleged fraud scheme
South Korean police are seeking to arrest Hybe chairman Bang Si-Hyuk over alleged investor fraud tied to the company’s IPO, in a case that could impact the K-pop giant as BTS resumes touring.
One of the world’s longest pedestrian bridges just opened in Helsinki
Spanning 1,191 metres, Kruunuvuorensilta bridge in Finland connects Korkeasaari and Kruunuvuorenranta.
Global markets on edge as investors await outcome of US-Iran negotiations
European markets are trading mostly flat with Asian indices jumping higher and oil prices rising slightly as suspense builds around potential US-Iran negotiations and the end of the ceasefire in less than 48 hours.
Eurovision crisis: Massive Attack, Kneecap and Sigur Rós call on fans to boycott over Israel
Celebrated musicians including Massive Attack, Kneecap, Brian Eno, Sigur Rós, Nadine Shah, and many more have signed an open letter calling for a boycott of the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest in protest of Israel’s participation.
Gut microbiome may predict Parkinson’s risk years before symptoms, study finds
Scientists have found that distinctive patterns in gut bacteria can identify people at risk of developing Parkinson’s disease years before symptoms appear.
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EU Court rules Orbán’s anti LGTBQ+ law breaches core values, calls on Budapest to cancel it
The European Court of Justice rules that Hungary's 2021 Child Protection Law unlawfully discriminates against LGTBQ+ community; the first time a member state has been found in violation of EU fundamental values charter.
Martin Scorsese’s Pope Francis film ‘Aldeas’ premieres at Vatican one year after pontiff’s death
The Vatican will screen the film 'Aldeas', which features Pope Francis' last on-screen interview. The premiere takes place on the one-year anniversary of his death.
Iran hangs man accused of ties to Israel and setting mosque on fire during pre-war protests
Iran executes Amirali Mirjafari for allegedly plotting to burn a Tehran mosque and collaborating with Israel and the US, as rights groups decry rising executions.
Watch: Europe’s relationship with Israel is fracturing — how far will it go?
The EU is Israel’s largest trading partner, with a relationship worth more than €45 billion a year.
German-made components found in Russian drones despite EU sanctions
Hundreds of thousands of German components can be found in Russian drones and weapons systems. How do these components get to Russia? Research shows complex supply chains via intermediaries and third countries.
No Iran delegation sent to talks with US yet as ceasefire set to expire
The talks were initially planned to take place on Monday but were disrupted after Tehran announced its withdrawal, partly prompted by the US seizure of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel en route to a port on Sunday.
‘Important threshold crossed’ as renewables meet world’s energy demands and fossil power drops
Countries continue to turn to renewables for national security despite Trump's attacks on wind and solar.
Timelapse footage shows maritime traffic around Gulf, Straight of Hormuz
The passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz - the world's busiest oil shipping canal - has been severely disrupted amid the US-Israeli war with Iran. Timelapse footage shows maritime traffic in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz from April 18 to April 20, amid a fragile
Appetite among NATO members to join Iran war 'very limited', says Norway's foreign affairs minister
Norway's foreign affairs minister Espen Barth Eide says Europe is 'doing its part' in the Hormuz Strait but argues NATO 'is not party to the conflict' in Iran.
Marijuana smokers celebrate 420 in New York
New York's 420 crowds filled Washington Square Park and Tompkins Square Park as revellers marked legal cannabis with music, joints and shifting police controls.
Single-use plastics: Ten countries ahead of schedule on collection targets
Belgium, Denmark and Germany are among the member states to have already met the 2025 single-use plastic (SUP) collection target of 77%. The European Commission published the first report under the Single Use Plastics Directive (SUPD) on Thursday (16 April) based on data from
‘This is a sacrilege’: Nancy Sinatra calls out Donald Trump for using father Frank’s ‘My Way'
Donald Trump recently posted a clip of Frank Sinatra singing his seminal hit song ‘My Way’. No context. Just the clip. And now, Frank's daughter Nancy is speaking out...
Wrist test 'crucial' for Alcaraz French Open hopes
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz says the results of the test on his injured wrist will be "crucial" in determining whether he plays at the French Open.
Following four years of full-scale war, which EU countries are hosting the most Ukrainians?
Millions of Ukrainians remain under EU protection, yet some are heading back. From rising living costs to emotional strain, what’s driving this unexpected reversal?
EU and South Korea strengthen trade and technology co-operation
Trade and Economic Security Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič (pictured) and South Korean Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo co-chaired the thirteenth EU-Republic of Korea Trade Committee, under the Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The two sides strengthened their partnership by holding their
Mexico City: Video shows armed man shooting at tourists at Teotihuacán pyramids
Video and photos published by local media shows a man standing with a gun on top of a pyramid while people duck for cover. A number of gunshots ring out in the videos.
Making housing affordable in the EU
Reform and Investment Task ForceRecovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) Decent housing is a basic need, which also determines access to education, employment, health services, and democratic rights. Affordability and accessibility of housing in the EU has become a source of
Loewe Craft Prize 2026 reveals finalists shaping the future of craft
Loewe names 30 finalists for its 2026 Craft Prize, highlighting global makers across disciplines. The shortlisted works will be shown in Singapore.
Scroll, like, repeat: How the EU plans to boost children's protection online
The Commission presented its plan to protect minors online as it presents a new age-verification system. Member states are legislating to ban children from social media, while the European Parliament is calling for a strict 16-year limit.
EU and Iceland advance ocean cooperation at high-level dialogue in Reykjavik
The European Union and Iceland have held a High-Level Dialogue on ocean cooperation in Reykjavik, reinforcing their shared commitment to sustainable fisheries, Arctic governance, and the blue economy. Fisheries and Oceans Commissioner Costas Kadis, met with Iceland's Minister
Europe Today: Israel ties, Ukraine support top agenda as EU foreign ministers meet in Luxembourg
Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Tim Cook names successor as he steps down as Apple CEO
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down from the job that he inherited from the late Steve Jobs, ending a 15-year tenure that saw the company’s market value soar by more than €3.3 trillion during an iPhone-fuelled era of prosperity.
EU presents first Action Plan under the Pact for the Mediterranean
The European Commission has outlined to representatives from EU member states and the Southern Mediterranean the first set of key initiatives, in the form of an Action Plan, to advance the implementation of the Pact for the Mediterranean. The Pact was developed through an
US Labour Secretary Chavez-DeRemer quits amid misconduct probe
Us labour secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer quits Trump cabinet amid misconduct probes, including alleged affair with a subordinate and misuse of staff.
Here's punk in your eye: Pussy Riot's provocative art manifesto hits Europe
The mission: struggle, protest, resistance. The means: provocation, performance, punk rock. The famous Russian group Pussy Riot is on a European tour with a performance based on Maria Alyokhina's books.
Social media fine print may restrict users’ right to sue, analysis shows
Terms and conditions documents are becoming harder to read and sometimes waive a user’s right to sue the platform in court, according to a new analysis.
‘Miracle tree’ removes 98% of microplastics from drinking water, outperforming chemical alternatives
Moringa is thought to have been used by Ancient Egyptians to sterilise water.
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