La Tomatina 2026 in pictures: Tomato chaos takes over the streets of Buñol
One of Spain's most famous (and messiest) festivals returned to the streets of Buñol, as thousands gathered to pelt tomatoes at one another.
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Polls too close to call in Iceland's pivotal EU membership referendum
The gap between the two camps appears to be steadily closing ahead of Saturday's vote.
Think Scandinavia is best for an active coolcation? The Alps are giving it a run for its money
Scandinavia may be an obvious choice for a cooler summer holiday, but a new ranking has found the Alps are just as tempting for travellers looking to hike, cycle and escape the heat. France’s Mont Blanc region takes the top spot, while Alpine destinations claim four places in the top 10.
Gamescom: Germany is Europe’s largest video game market
Gamescom in Cologne is the world's biggest fair for computer and video games. In 2026, it set a record for exhibitors and was visited by the German president and leading politicians.
Gamescom: Germany is Europe’s largest video game market
Gamescom in Cologne is the world's biggest fair for computer and video games. In 2026, it set a record for exhibitors and was visited by the German president and leading politicians.
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Polka dots, infinity rooms and phallic sculptures: Yayoi Kusama’s art in pictures
“She continued to paint until her final days, never setting aside her brush, and continued exploration of forever love and eternal soul.” Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who splashed her signature polka dots on paintings, sculptures and museum installations around the world, has died aged 97.
Norway's King Harald in 'extremely serious' condition, palace confirms
The 89-year-old monarch has been in hospital in Oslo since 17 August with a blood disorder as senior royals cancel their engagements.
World-first: AI guides live brain surgery in the UK to save patient's sight
A British man has become the first patient in the world to undergo brain surgery guided live by artificial intelligence, in an operation that saved his sight.
Russian driver arrested after two killed in France car ramming, officials say
The suspect, lawfully residing in France, was not known to intelligence services and had never been convicted of a crime, according to authorities.
Driver rams pedestrians outside Caen station in France, killing two
In Caen, France, a 26-year-old man deliberately drove into a group of pedestrians, killing two and injuring several others. He fled before being arrested later that evening in Ouistreham.
9/11: Trial for alleged mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed set for June 2028
The US used Guantanamo, an isolated naval base, to hold militants captured during the "War on Terror" that followed the September 11 attacks in a bid to keep the defendants from claiming rights under US law.
Hundreds of tourists among victims in Nepal as Europe issues travel advice
European governments have issued safety guidance and emergency contacts for travellers as flooding and landslides disrupt transport across parts of Nepal.
Hundreds of tourists missing in Nepal: Travel advice and emergency contacts
European governments have issued safety guidance and emergency contacts for travellers as flooding and landslides disrupt transport across parts of Nepal.
Nepal floods: What foreign travellers need to know
European governments have issued safety guidance and emergency contacts for travellers as flooding and landslides disrupt transport across parts of Nepal.
Stunning adults-only hotel set within historic villas opens in Sitges
The 38-key property is just steps away from the beach as well as the city’s historic centre.
Frankfurt Airport employee dies after contracting malaria, operator Fraport says
The cause of the infections is believed to be a mosquito that travelled by plane from a malaria-endemic area to Germany, likely in July.
EU GDP shares: Which countries are rising and which are falling?
The share of each EU country in the bloc’s total GDP changes over time. Euronews Business looks at how these shares have evolved over the past 20 years.
Which EU countries invest more in maritime defence and why?
Europe's naval rearmament is rising. Which countries drive the maritime defence boom and why the map may be misleading.
Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, famed for her polka dots, dies aged 97
Born into a middle-class family, Kusama felt misunderstood by parents who wanted her to marry rather than pursue art. She eventually left for the US.
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, famed for her polka dots, dies aged 97
Born into a middle-class family, Kusama felt misunderstood by parents who wanted her to marry rather than pursue art. She eventually left for the US.
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, famed for her polka dots, dies at 97
Born into a middle-class family, Kusama felt misunderstood by parents who wanted her to marry rather than pursue art. She eventually left for the US.
Beyond heatstroke: 33 conditions linked to extreme heat, from skin rashes to violence
A new study links extreme heat to more than 30 overlooked illnesses, from skin rashes to violent trauma.
Is Stuttgart’s air-con free train station a genius design or the megaproject’s next blunder?
Stuttgart's subterranean railway megaproject plans to stay cool without air-con – but critics say it risks making one of Germany’s hottest cities even warmer.
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Thailand, Japan or Australia? The travel destinations dividing Gen Z and Millennials
New research reveals a clear generational divide in travel, with Gen Z favouring affordable, trending destinations such as Thailand, Cambodia and Laos, while Millennials are opting for Australia, Japan and Greece.
Around 1,300 people missing in Nepal and Tibet after catastrophic floods caused by a glacial collapse
Officials in Nepal earlier said 826 people, including some 341 foreigners, are missing after the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods.
Around 1,000 people missing in Nepal and Tibet after catastrophic floods caused by a glacial collapse
Officials in Nepal earlier said 403 people, including 341 foreigners, were reported missing.
Iran to allow no military ships in Hormuz under potential deal with Oman
The latest development comes amid US President Donald Trump's threat to bomb Oman if it “gets in the way," as his administration opposes parts of the evolving agreement.
Iran to allow no military ship in Hormuz under potential deal with Oman
The latest development comes amid US President Donald Trump's threat to bomb Oman if it “gets in the way", as his administration opposes parts of the evolving deal.
Nvidia bets on another blockbuster year, guiding for 70% growth into 2028
Nvidia's $96.2bn quarter and bullish 2028 guidance eased some fears about an AI bubble — but its reliance on a handful of big customers, and a cautious re-entry into China, suggest the picture is more complicated.