Norway police investigate diplomat over Epstein links
Mona Juul and her husband Terje Rød-Larsen - who played a vital role in the Oslo Accords - are being investigated for "aggravated corruption".
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Swimmers float at Argentine Lake for world record attempt
Hundreds of people gathered at Mar Chiquita Lake to attempt a new Guinness World Record for the largest group floating simultaneously, aiming to surpass the previous mark set at Lake Epecuén in 2017.
Von der Leyen pitches two-speed Europe ahead of Draghi crunch summit
Commission President says bloc should consider cooperation among smaller groups of countries if unanimity is not possible to push through economic agenda. Draghi called for 'pragmatic federalism' ahead of crunch summit.
Danish product-scanning apps gain traction amid renewed calls to boycott US goods
Mobile apps, designed to help shoppers identify and boycott American goods, have seen a surge in use in Denmark. It comes after US President Donald Trump’s repeated desires to acquire Greenland. Watch the video above for more.
Ukraine to open battlefield-tested arms export centres across Europe, Zelenskyy says
The much-anticipated decision is set to transform Ukraine’s defence industry and allow Kyiv’s partners to access the rarest type of weapons – those tested on the actual battlefield, the Ukrainian president said on Monday.
Former French culture minister quits Arab World Institute over Epstein ties
France has become another European country to be shaken by the Epstein affair as ex-minister Jack Lang resigns and is set to face a tax fraud probe over alleged financial ties to the late disgraced financier.
Black carbon needs to be regulated to save the Arctic - but geopolitical tensions overshadow it
“It ends up in a never-ending cycle of increased warming,” says Sian Prior, lead adviser for the Clean Arctic Alliance.
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Hungarian election campaign enters hot phase with Ukraine, the EU and Trump in focus
With two months until Hungary's April election, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has intensified his anti-Ukraine rhetoric, while leading challenger Péter Magyar promises to curb corruption and tax relief for low earners.
Lithuania wargames security incident on Russian Kaliningrad transit train
Lithuania staged a drill on Monday involving a Russian train incident in Kaliningrad as tensions rise, while Polish K2 tank exercises boosted NATO’s eastern flank.
Tehran 'will continue to massacre people' if not stopped, Iranian chess grandmaster tells Euronews
In an interview for Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today, Iranian chess grandmaster Mitra Hejazipour urged international action over Iran’s deadly protest crackdown, backed Reza Pahlavi and warned US-Iran talks are a dead end.
Is Elon Musk's SpaceX launching a Starlink smartphone?
Reports suggest that Musk's company is exploring a Starlink-branded device that could connect directly to its satellites.
Munich Security Conference warns of era of 'wrecking-ball politics'
As heads of state and government gather in Munich, a new report warns that the international order is under growing pressure, alliances are becoming more fragile, and geopolitical tensions are intensifying.
Proposed EU long-term agriculture budget has monitoring flaws, Court of Auditors warns
The European Court of Auditors said on Monday that the upcoming long-term EU agriculture budget raises concerns about the traceability of funds.
'What the hell is this mess': Belgium's De Wever bemoans Brussels crisis as deadlock hits 600 days
Belgium’s PM has warned that Brussels’ 600-day coalition deadlock is hurting the country’s image and finances, as hopes rise for breakthrough talks.
French central bank governor quits and leaves Macron to pick successor
François Villeroy de Galhau has unexpectedly announced his early resignation as Governor of the Bank of France. Analysts view the timing as a calculated effort to safeguard the institution's future leadership.
Why the EU wants to end the price cap on Russian oil and move to the next stage
The 20th package of EU sanctions against Moscow foresees a blanket ban on maritime services. If approved, it would discard the price cap on Russian oil that Western allies have applied since 2022.
Iran offers to dilute enriched uranium in exchange for full sanctions relief
Iran says it could dilute its 60% uranium stockpile if "all sanctions" end, amid renewed Oman talks and uncertainty over missing nuclear material.
Spanish police bust marble cocaine smuggling ring from Brazil
Spanish and Brazilian police bust a gang smuggling cocaine hidden in marble shipments, seizing 1.5 tonnes of drugs and arresting three suspects.
Memory, motherhood and massive spiders: Louise Bourgeois exhibition arrives in Trondheim
Centred around a series of gouaches that Bourgeois made in the final years of her life, PoMo's latest exhibition explores an artistic career haunted by the long-legged silhouettes of the past.
Which EU countries could reverse their nuclear energy phaseouts?
Governments in Belgium and Italy are trying to lay out plans for a nuclear comeback, while calls to reverse Spain's phaseout remain stark.
‘Sacrifice zones’ or clean energy future? EU court weighs Portugal’s lithium mine
The case raises the stakes after EU officials refused to strip the Barroso mine of its ‘strategic’ status in November.
Sex in space: Human reproduction beyond Earth policy must be urgently addressed, experts say
A new international study warns that reproductive health in space is no longer a theoretical concern and that questions about fertility and pregnancy should be pressing concerns.
France launches Orion 26, its biggest military drill since the Cold War
Orion 26 mobilises 12,500 troops, 25 ships and 140 aircraft as France and 24 allies rehearse high‑intensity warfare in Europe amid growing Russian threats.
Russian drone and missile strikes kill at least five across Ukraine
At least five people died as Russian drones hit homes in Kharkiv, Odesa and the Donetsk region, with more casualties and damage reported across Ukraine overnight.
'The cradle of civilisation': Europe leads inaugural celebrations for World Greek Language Day
Monday 9 February marks the inaugural celebration of World Greek Language Day and tributes have been paid from across Europe in recognition of Greece's historical impact on life, literature and thought in Western society.
Asian markets rise after Takaichi election win, while US futures trend lower
Asian markets rose after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured a two-thirds supermajority in a historic landslide victory in Japanese elections, boosting fiscal stimulus prospects.
Israeli policy in West Bank 'close to ethnic cleansing', says Ehud Olmert
The former Israeli premier decried his country's actions and policy in the West Bank just as the Israeli government announced radical plans to exert control of even more Palestinian territory.
Fans with fireworks celebrate Super Bowl in Seattle streets
Joyous fans packed the streets of Seattle on Sunday night, after the Seahawks won the Super Bowl. Some launched fireworks near the Seahawks' home stadium, Lumen Field.
At Milano-Cortina Olympics, curling turns into true family affair on ice
Married couples and siblings turn emotion into an edge in Milano-Cortina’s mixed doubles curling, balancing heated on-ice clashes with family life and rituals.
Olympic tourists in Cortina can explore the Dolomites with the new 'Uber Snowmobile' service
The service is available for one month during the Winter Olympics.
From ancient vases to iconic shoes: 3,000 years of Olympic history go on display in Milan
Ancient Greek vases, Etruscan artefacts and Roman relics sit alongside Michael Johnson’s golden shoes and Usain Bolt’s racing kit in a new exhibition in Milan.
FedEx-backed investors strike deal to buy Polish parcel locker firm InPost
Consortium agrees to all-cash offer for Polish-founded InPost, betting on the rise of self-service delivery across the continent.
Machado's close ally 'kidnapped' hours after Venezuelan prison release
Juan Pablo Guanipa was abducted in Caracas less than a day after being freed with other Venezuelan political prisoners, sparking demands for proof of life.
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Meta faces trial over child sexual exploitation claims as wave of lawsuits targets Big Tech
Built on undercover accounts posing as children, the case is the first stand-alone state trial in a widening legal fight over social media’s impact on minors.
Morocco floods: 150,000 now displaced as waters keep rising
Severe floods in northern Morocco force over 150,000 to flee, with four dead and one missing as evacuees shelter in tents near Kenitra.
Starmer fights for survival as chief of staff quits over Mandelson scandal
Morgan McSweeney quits as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff over the Peter Mandelson–Epstein scandal, leaving the British prime minister fighting for his political survival.
Is the EU really censoring Americans, interfering in elections and targeting conservative content?
A report by Republican lawmakers in the US has slammed the European Commission for allegedly posing as a 'foreign censorship threat', claiming it unfairly targets conservative and populist views and tries to manipulate elections in EU member states. The Cube takes a look at the
Chad’s Saharan cultures festival brings together desert nations
Chad hosts the sixth International Saharan Cultures Festival in Amdjarass, uniting artists from across the Sahara to celebrate shared heritage.
Israeli startup builds zero-click spy tools for Western intelligence agencies
Following the events of 7 October, the company Radiant was quick to provide IDF intelligence with technical tools that helped track the location of several Israeli hostages.
Spain rail strike ends after government reaches deal with unions
The three-day national strike over safety concerns was set to last until Wednesday but has now been called off.
Newsletter: Kallas urges Europe to make Russia ‘negotiate’ rather than ‘pretend to negotiate'
Also in this newsletter: Leaders gear up for talks on restoring Europe's waning competitiveness, and Socialist moderate wins landslide victory in Portugal's presidential run-off.
Kallas tells Euronews Moscow must be forced to make real concessions as Brussels mulls special envoy
In an exclusive interview on Europe Today, the EU's chief diplomat says the Kremlin is not taking the Ukraine talks seriously as Brussels ponders appointing a special envoy to represent the 27 at the negotiating table.
Tehran targets top reformists, tightening grip as nuclear talks resume
Tehran detains top reformists and tightens pressure on dissent while juggling nuclear talks with Washington and rising military threats from the US and Israel.
Watch the video: Europeans are getting richer — but would your wallet actually agree?
"Real household income" is what you can actually swallow after taxes and inflation. In the north, high prices ate up the entire meal. In the east, wages grew fast enough to beat the bill.
Ice road opens between Estonia's largest islands as ferries struggle with sea ice
A temporary 17-kilometre ice road has opened between Saaremaa and Hiiumaa to provide an alternative route for residents as ferry services are disrupted by heavy sea ice.
High-level experts to advise the Commission on research and innovation policy
Top experts of the ESIR group will continue providing the Commission with evidence-based policy advice to support the development of EU research and innovation (R&I) policy. Following the renewal of its mandate, the group held its inaugural plenary meeting on 6 February in
Senegal arrests 14 members of alleged paedophile gang linked to France
Police say the "transnational" criminal group has been in operation since 2017.
How can the EU better regulate its rising gun industry? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
Demand for European weapons production and exports is high. EU gun laws vary across member states, and creating a single EU framework is hard. Can the EU break this fragmentation? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.