Western Europe swelters as late May heat dome shatters records
Western Europe faces record late-May heat, with France, the UK and Spain sweltering up to 11C above normal and officials warning of rising health risks.
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Copenhagen Forum underlines importance of energy infrastructure
Policymakers, industry representatives and stakeholders met in Copenhagen on 21-22 May for the 12th Energy Infrastructure Forum, opened by Energy and Housing Commissioner Dan Jørgensen and Danish Deputy Permanent Secretary Christian Stenberg. Participants shared a near
Newsletter: Drone crisis talks in Lithuania as Russia steps up Kyiv threats
Also in this newsletter: Pope Leo weighs in on the AI.race, and Belarus's opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya slams President Aliaksandr Lukashenka's willingness to "sacrifice" Belarus's "sovereignty" to stay in power.
Do German holiday destinations benefit from the Iran war?
A rise in bookings is expected above all on the North Sea and Baltic coasts, said CDU politician Christoph Ploß, the federal government’s tourism commissioner.
'Generational health drift': Younger people not getting healthier, UK study finds
Researchers said the differences were unlikely to be explained solely by improved healthcare, increased screening or better diagnosis.
Rubio says US ready to mediate peace as Moscow steps up threats to strike Kyiv
Russia's weekend barrage, involving dozens of drones and missiles, killed four people and caused widespread damage across the Ukrainian capital.
Turkish tourists flock to Greece as rising costs put Greeks off Turkey
Tourism between Greece and Turkey has tripled, but only in one direction as Greeks avoid steep prices in Turkey while Turkish tourists pour in.
Directorate-General of Research and Innovation at the EU Green Week 2026
This June, the 26th edition of EU Green Week will spotlight the business case for nature, demonstrating how a nature-positive economy can strengthen Europe’s prosperity, resilience and competitiveness. Organised by European Commission Directorate-General for Environment, the
Europe Today: Von der Leyen heads to Lithuania, condemns Russia as Baltic tensions rise
Ahead of her visit to Lithuania today following recent drone incursions in the three Baltic states, the European Commission president Ursula Von der Leyen has said “Russia’s public threats against the Baltic states are completely unacceptable."
Can heat pumps cool down your home and how do they compare to air conditioning units?
Europe consumes huge amounts of electricity and generates tonnes of CO2 through cooling. Could heat pumps save us during the next heatwave?
Latest news bulletin | May 26th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Europe could fall into ‘dependency trap’ in AI trade with US and Asia, report finds
Europe relies on Asia for much of the infrastructure to power AI, and American companies hold large market shares in many tech fields, which could leave the continent at risk.
You can now buy Marriott’s luxury hotel look for your home – but some pieces cost more than €6,500
From sculptural lighting and designer rugs to wellness-inspired bedroom furniture, Marriott Bonvoy has launched a new online interiors shop allowing travellers to recreate the look and feel of its luxury hotels at home.
From tanks to drones: Ukraine's drone war is redefining Germany's battlefield strategy
Ukrainian drone commanders fighting on the front line say modern warfare has changed faster than Europe's armies can adapt. As Germany races to rearm, Kyiv's soldiers argue the future of war will be decided not just by tanks – but by drones, mass production and trained operators.
Where in Europe do households save most of their income?
Net household saving rates vary widely across Europe, with Greece being the only country where households spend more than they earn. Experts point to precautionary reasons and retirement as the dominant saving motives.
VAT in the Digital Age: 2026 Work Programme available
The European Commission has published the work programme for VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA), covering implementation activities planned for 2026. The programme builds on the implementation strategy released in September 2025 and is intended to support the rollout of the ViDA
Commission awards €400 million to European projects to decarbonize heat production
The European Commission has selected 65 projects under the Innovation Fund Heat Auction, the first ever EU-wide auction to accelerate the deployment of innovative clean heat technologies across European industry. Across 10 European Economic Area countries, Austria, Belgium,
'We can halt warming – and we must': IPCC scientist on why Europe keeps choosing fossil fuels
'Budapest will also hit 50°C, the only question is when', predicts Hungarian climate scientist Diána Ürge-Vorsatz, a professor at CEU.
Job insecurity and poor care quality drive nurses to quit the profession
A study in Spain reveals that job insecurity, excessive workload and perceptions of poor care quality are the main reasons nurses want to quit the profession. The phenomenon also reflects a structural trend across Europe.
US military says it has launched new strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
According to a statement from the US Central Command, the strikes were carried out “to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces".
Jewelry, watches and cash in golf bags seized in Zapatero case in Spain
Spain's National Police found 286,070 euros in cash at the home of businessman Julio Martínez Martínez, a friend of former prime minister Rodríguez Zapatero and alleged front man in the court investigation.
UK: Centuries-old cheese rolling in Brockworth attracts crowds from across Europe
The famous annual cheese rolling contest brought chaos and excitement back to Brockworth on 25 May, where runners raced down a near-vertical hill chasing a wheel of Double Gloucester.
Saxony premier Kretschmer on Ukrainian refugees and Russian gas
"We see that large parts of Ukraine are places where people can live well and safely," Saxony's premier Kretschmer (CDU) tells Euronews about refugees returning. "Our capacity to help is limited," adds the CDU vice-chair.
Two swimmers killed as French authorities warn of deadly riptides across Atlantic coastline
Warm weather across France attracted large crowds to the Gironde coastline in the southwest despite dangerous sea conditions. Authorities said over 30 people were rescued, while two others lost their lives after being caught in strong currents.
Health ministry confirms second hantavirus case in Spain: 2 patients in Madrid quarantine
The Health Ministry has confirmed a second hantavirus case among Spaniards isolated in Madrid after a cruise-ship outbreak, while 12 remain in medical quarantine.
Russia threatens more Kyiv strikes and tells foreign nationals to leave
It comes after the Ukrainian capital suffered one of the biggest aerial assaults of the war overnight on Saturday.
Shocking case in France: Two minors in custody after 12-year-old found dead with towel around neck
Rennes's public prosecutor said a 16-year-old boy has been arrested and a girl later came forward; both are in custody as divers search the nearby Vilaine for clues.
Russia urges foreign residents and diplomats to leave Kyiv as it threatens more strikes
One day after one of Russia's worst attacks on Kyiv since its 2022 full-scale invasion, Moscow warns foreign residents and diplomats to leave Ukraine's capital, as it says it does not intend on slowing down its attacks.
Mexico set to host Iranian football team during World Cup
The future of Iran's World Cup campaign has been thrown into doubt by the Trump administration's military attacks and the ensuing chaos in the Middle East and beyond.
Housing and climate resilience dominate Latin American agenda at WUF13
Latin American leaders at World Urban Forum 13 called for new housing finance models, stronger private investment and climate-resilient urban development.
Belarus opposition leader visits Kyiv after Russia's most devastating attack this year
Ukraine and its allies are increasingly concerned about Belarusian-Russian collaboration, while Moscow has warned that further strikes on Kyiv are coming.
MENA leaders call for housing to go beyond 'bricks and mortar' at Baku forum
Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Morocco took to the stage at WUF13 in Baku to argue that housing policy must go beyond construction — linking shelter to jobs, climate resilience and human dignity.
Pope Leo says AI must be 'disarmed' in first major teaching
The pontiff also warned of a "new digital slaveries" in his first encyclical since becoming Pope last year.
Latest news bulletin | May 25th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Qatar exports World Cup know-how as 2026 tournament approaches
As football fans gear up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Qatar is sharing its 2022 experience and knowledge in organising football's top tournament with its North American peers.
Iran delegation in Qatar seeks deal on frozen assets and Hormuz blockade
A high-level Iranian delegation led by parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, FM Abbas Araghchi and central bank chief Abdolnaser Hemmati arrived in Doha on Monday to discuss US accords and the unfreezing of blocked assets, according to anonymous sources familiar with the
Ukraine reburies remains of divisive nationalist World War II leader
Ukraine reburied the repatriated remains of a divisive military figure Andrii Melnyk, who was leading the Organisation of Ukrainian Nationalists, an independence group that challenged Soviet rule, including by working with Nazi Germany during World War II.
Tokyo governor urges global capitals to share best practices in Astana visit
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike discussed hydrogen energy, AI cooperation and urban resilience during visits to the Netherlands and Kazakhstan.
WHO chief warns Ebola outbreak 'outpacing us' as deaths hit 220
The spread of one of the world's most feared viruses has left responders 'playing catch-up' in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.
Head of Gagauzia Releases Prison Letters Book Alleging Political Repression in Moldova
Evghenia Gutul, the elected Head (Baskan) of the Gagauz Autonomous Region in southern Moldova, has released a book written during her imprisonment titled “The Gutul Case. Anatomy of Political Persecution.” The publication contains 30 letters written from prison, describing what
Portugal's Meo seeks €82m from state over Huawei 5G exclusion
Portuguese telecoms operator Meo is taking the state to court over its decision to ban Huawei equipment from 5G networks, arguing the move caused serious financial damage.
What is a heat dome? Why Europe is sweltering under record-breaking May temperatures
“What we used to call a July phenomenon is now arriving in mid-May", according to one weather forecaster.
FBI ‘concerned’ about death threats to Bruce Springsteen during tour
Legendary rocker and vocal Trump critic Bruce Springsteen has received an increasing number of death threats during his tour. It's a dangerous time to speak up in 'The Land Of Hope and Dreams'...
Ebola alert in Italy: Tests of two suspected cases in Lombardy return negative
In an official statement, the Health Ministry stressed that the risk of Ebola in Italy "remains very low."
More than 1.5m Muslim pilgrims begin hajj as Iran peace deal hangs in the balance
Despite the uncertainty triggered by the Iran war, Saudi officials noted over the weekend that more pilgrims had travelled from abroad to participate in this year’s hajj than in 2025.
Spain unveils climate social plan with €9 billion for energy transition
The plan, which the government hopes to submit to Brussels before the end of the year, is built on two pillars: access to “decent, efficient” housing and the promotion of “sustainable, affordable” mobility.
Panic at Tokyo luxury mall after man sprays unidentified substance
Firefighters, police and hazmat crews surrounded a luxury shopping mall in Tokyo’s Ginza district after a man sprayed an unidentified substance inside, with 19 people taken to hospital.
From creepypasta to Hollywood: Everything you need to know about 'Backrooms' and liminal horror
Ever been in an empty corridor which seems to stretch on forever, or found yourself in a deserted room that feels "off"? An upcoming film taps into "liminality", an important concept in architecture, psychology and anthropology. Here's everything you need to know about
From fur to data: How eDNA is revolutionising wildlife monitoring in Africa
Scientists in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park are using new technology to detect and protect endangered species like mountain gorillas and golden monkeys without disturbing the animals. Here's how it works – and why it could change conservation forever.
Violent clashes break out after mass protest in Belgrade
Protesters clashed with police in central Belgrade after a mass rally over the weekend demanding early elections in Serbia, with demonstrators throwing flares and stones as riot police responded with tear gas.