No, the EU is not about to censor access to the internet
Viral claims that the EU is introducing an "internet passport" to control or censor internet access are misleading. They misrepresent the European Commission's planned age-verification app.
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Chance find in Nordholz: Nazi military Sturmgeschütz III assault gun unearthed
The almost completely intact vehicle was found during construction work in Nordholz. It is due to be moved to the German Tank Museum in Munster in August.
Von der Leyen convinced by case for 'age-appropriate' social media restrictions
The European Commission President said proposals will be put to member states after the summer.
EU fails again to sanction Patriarch Kirill as Bulgaria slaps veto
Bulgaria succeeded in its opposition to blacklisting Patriarch Kirill and Vagit Alekperov, as both contentious names were removed from the EU sanctions package that remains under negotiation.
Spain's rental spiral: 71% of citizens now see a mortgage as more profitable
Seven in ten Spaniards now think paying a mortgage is better value than renting, as fears of a new property bubble grow and the Housing Law falls short.
'Mind the sticky patch!': Why has this Dutch museum covered the floor in peanut butter?
Fancy a sticky, nutty treat? This Dutch museum might be able to help. Forty tubs of peanut butter have been spread at the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen - here's why.
Norovirus outbreak affects over 100 people in Portugal
A sporting event in Caldas da Rainha, in the central region of the country, may have been at the centre of the infection. Symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhoea, nausea, fever, abdominal pain and headaches were among the signs that helped diagnose the disease.
Azerbaijan considering full withdrawal from Council of Europe, Aliyev says
President Ilham Aliyev said Baku was considering full withdrawal from the 46-member organisation after Azerbaijan's voting rights in PACE were suspended in 2024.
Hungarian MPs set to change constitution to remove Orbán-allied President Tamás Sulyok
Prime Minister Péter Magyar has repeatedly called on Sulyok to resign, branding the 70-year-old unworthy of the post as a result of his failure to stand up to Orbán's divisive rhetoric and attacks on the rule of law.
Paris to summon Russia envoy over 'vast cyber campaign'
Russia has often been accused of carrying out cyberattacks and acts of sabotage across Europe, allegations that Moscow has repeatedly denied.
Shark fin trade declines in EU as Brussels mulls total ban
EU countries export far more than they import. Europe in Motion breaks down the data.
Europe records 10,000 excess deaths during June heatwaves, new data shows
The June heatwaves would have been "virtually impossible" without climate change, the World Weather Attribution group of scientists said.
Cruises worsen overtourism and pump out emissions, so why are they taxed less than hotels?
A €15 tax per passenger per port call would raise €335 million a year in Italy, France, and Spain combined, according to Transport & Environment’s modelling.
EU clarifies rules to allow continued waste recovery shipments to Switzerland
The new amendment ensures that long-standing and sustainable waste management arrangements can continue. A targeted and limited amendment to the EU's Waste Shipment Regulation is set to enter into force later this month. It will allow the continued export of mixed municipal
Disney's live-action 'Moana' capsizes at the box office
Disney’s live action remake of their 2016 animated gem 'Moana' has earned approximately $43 million in its first three days of release - a huge blow for the House of Mouse, as fierce blockbuster competition looms...
Food security is 'at the forefront' of everybody's mind, Irish agriculture minister says
Martin Heydon, Irish agriculture minister, speaks to Europe Today ahead of the EU ministers' vote on the EU's fertiliser plan, describing it as a "very decisive clear action to support farmers".
Why is Europe still wasting clean energy? Take our poll
Europe is producing more renewable electricity than ever before, but much of it cannot be used when demand is highest. For that, EU governments have launched a new push to expand energy storage, hoping to make clean power reliable and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
European Commission’s Annual Tax Report (ART) provides latest insights into the revenue mix
The European Commission has presented its Annual Report on Taxation (ART), offering a detailed overview of taxation policies in all EU countries. This report assesses recent trends in EU tax systems and identifies ways to enhance compliance. The report reveals that the EU’s
Venezuela quake death toll rises to 4,490, officials say, but no number given for missing
Camps for families left homeless have sprung up in stadiums, plazas and on sidewalks in La Guaira as well as nearby Caracas.
New Zealand treasure Sam Neill, known for his roles in ‘Jurassic Park’ and 'The Piano', dies aged 78
The versatile actor best known for dodging velociraptors in the Jurassic Park films has died unexpectedly at the age of 78.
Major wildfire rages south of Paris during heatwave
A major wildfire has spread through France's Fontainebleau forest south of Paris, prompting a large emergency response, disrupting road and rail traffic, and forcing authorities to deploy firefighting aircraft.
UK to spend €293.5m over three years to protect Jewish communities
Funds will be used to create more police patrols outside synagogues and Jewish schools following a spate of hate attacks amid growing antisemitism.
Commission preliminarily finds the addictive design of Instagram and Facebook in breach of the Digital Services Act
The European Commission has preliminarily found Meta in breach of the Digital Services Act for the addictive design of Instagram and Facebook. The investigation focuses on features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and the platforms' highly personalised
Newsletter: Settlement trade showdown looms
Good morning. I’m Mared Gwyn writing on another stifling day in Brussels. The political agenda is also hot – today we preview a clash on Israeli settlement trade, a push for further sanctions on Russia, and an expected reshuffle in Ukraine’s government.
Europe Today: Iran war flares up as EU weighs sanctions on Israeli settlements
Hours after the US conducted new airstrikes in Iran, Tehran unleashed waves of major, simultaneous missile and drone attacks across the Gulf on Sunday. In Brussels, EU foreign ministers meet today to discuss whether to restrict trade between Europe and illegal Israeli
Brussels accused of ‘delay tactics’ ahead of talks on banning Israeli settlement trade
The EU’s foreign ministers meet in Brussels on Monday to consider proposals to restrict or ban trade with Israeli settlements, but some countries are privately accusing the European Commission of dragging its feet.
How can the EU make sure you don’t run out of green energy? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
Europe signed an agreement to expand its energy storage capacity to improve energy security and keep prices competitive for citizens and industries. But what does the agreement cover? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
Joint statement by High Representative/Vice-President Kallas and Commissioner Kos on the 31st anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide
On 11 July, Europe paid its tribute to the memory of over 8,300 Bosniak men and boys who were killed in the Srebrenica genocide 31 years ago. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims of the genocide. We share the grief of those who endure the anguish of uncertainty
Anti-tracking fashion: Startup designs clothing to foil AI surveillance cameras
Face-like prints, special cuts and shielding smartphone pockets: Urban Privacy wants to hinder surveillance, while police increasingly rely on smart cameras.
European operation dismantles €10 million illicit cigarette network in Spain
Fifty people have been arrested and six clandestine tobacco factories dismantled following a major international operation targeting the production and distribution of counterfeit cigarettes across Europe. European and national law-enforcement agencies have dismantled two
Fire at pub on outskirts of Bangkok kills at least 27 people and injures dozens
The venue has a stage, two bars and a kitchen, with a total capacity of more than 300 people, as well as four fire exits, according to a Facebook post promoting a live show this month.
Gracie Abrams, 'The Odyssey' and silhouettes: What to see, do or hear this week in Europe
From Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' and Gracie Abrams' third album to the Tate Modern showcasing the works of influential Cuban-American artist Ana Mendieta - here's what to look out for this week.
Arctic seabed mission documents fragile marine life threatened by Norway's deep-sea mining plans
A month-long Arctic expedition has revealed deep-sea ecosystems in an area being considered for mining.
From Pompeii to Bratislava: Europe’s top sightseeing stops this summer
Travellers are increasingly swapping long-distance transfers to Europe’s major tourist hubs for sightseeing opportunities in less popular destinations.
Latest news bulletin | July 13th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Srebrenica's lesson is prevention. Why isn't the world applying It to Kashmir?
Every year the international community gathers to remember the victims of genocide. The ceremonies are solemn, the speeches heartfelt, and the promise familiar: "Never Again", writes Dr. Ghulam Nabi Fai, Chairman, World Forum for Peace & Justice. On 9 July 2026, the United
Oil prices climb as Strait of Hormuz tensions reignite supply concerns
Oil prices jumped and Asian shares were mostly lower on Monday after the US carried out airstrikes and Iran retaliated.
Residents evacuated as fire of 'exceptional scale' rages in Fontainebleau forest south of Paris
The fire, which officials described as "very virulent" and of "exceptional scale", began Sunday afternoon in the sprawling Fontainebleau forest about 60 kilometres south-east of the French capital.
Maggot cheese, fermented fish, pig's stomach: these delicacies are not for the faint-hearted
Fermented fish, maggot cheese and slippery comfort food: Europe’s cuisines offer dishes that repel some and fascinate others, as Berlin’s Disgusting Food Museum shows.
‘We are doomed’: Why failing to deliver a single market is not an option for Europe
BusinessEurope’s new president urged the need to deliver the single market quickly: “If we do not give some hope for the future, the political world in Europe will suffer.”
Europe needs a shared story, not a single memory
For decades Europe has tried to answer a seemingly simple question: what does it mean to be European? Yet the answer has never felt entirely comfortable.
Jannik Sinner defeats Alexander Zverev to win second straight Wimbledon title
The top-ranked Sinner beat Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2), 6-3, 6-4 on Sunday for his second consecutive title at the All England Club after his German opponent appeared bothered by a knee issue following a slip to the grass on a key point in the third set.
Planes sent to tackle wildfires of 'exceptional scale' near Paris
It was the first time firefighting planes had been sent up from the normally drier and hotter south of the country to tackle fires in the Paris region.
US launches more strikes on Iran as renewed standoff over Strait of Hormuz intensifies
Iranian state media reported US strikes targeting large areas across southern and western Iran, including Qeshm island and Bandar Abbas near the strait, and in Khuzestan province bordering Iraq. Missile alert sirens also sounded at dawn Monday in Bahrain, home to the US Navy's
British couple return to village at heart of deadly Spanish wildfire
At least 13 people, including five believed to be Britons, were killed by Thursday's wildfire in Spain's Almeria province.
Spain wildfire: Firefighters gain ground as Almería evacuees return home
Firefighters gained the upper hand on the deadly Almería wildfire after days of battling the flames, as the blaze that killed 12 people and burned 66 square kilometres began to ease, allowing some of the nearly 1,500 evacuees to return home.
Israel to hold elections on 27 October in what is seen as referendum on Netanyahu leadership
Israel will hold national elections on 27 October, the last date allowed by law to hold national elections. The Knesset is set to end its current term on 17 July.
France: hundreds dive into the Seine for Paris’ first river race in 80 years
Swimmers plunged into the Seine near the Eiffel Tower for the Open Swim Harmonie Mutuelle, the first major organised race on the river in nearly 80 years.
Haaland look-alike contest draws fans in Miami
A look-alike contest celebrating Norway striker Erling Haaland drew crowds in downtown Miami ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against England. The event was organised by content creator Emma Kate Willman after she went viral on social media over her resemblance to the
Latest news bulletin | July 12th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.