France swelters in new heatwave as water restrictions tighten
Seventy-eight departments, including Rhône, Hauts-de-Seine, Calvados and Finistère, are on orange heatwave alert as weeks of drought trigger new water-use curbs.
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Moment Cali hospital collapses after powerful Colombia earthquake
A 7.4 quake in Colombia partially collapsed the Hospital Universitario del Valle in Cali on Monday, forcing patients outside as rescuers search for hundreds feared trapped.
Golden homecoming for Alexandri sisters to Greece: life after Austria, medals in Paris
From Austria, where they lived and excelled for 14 years, to their comeback for Greece and two Paris golds. Anna Maria, Irini Marina and Vasiliki Alexandri discuss their decision to return and their plans for the future.
Europe scrambles for eclipse glasses as solar power output set to dip
Shops and opticians across Europe are running short of certified eclipse glasses ahead of Wednesday’s total solar eclipse, with queues forming in Paris, London and Brussels as demand surges.
Water-smart by 2030: the EU's plan to boost water efficiency by 10%
Europe is losing 38 percent of its soil to droughts. The EU's Water Resilience Strategy wants to restore water ecosystems, cut waste, and digitalise water management to increase water resilience across the bloc. Watch the video.
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World markets mixed as oil and gold rise ahead of US inflation data
Oil prices climbed and Wall Street pulled back from record highs, while South Korea's Kospi surged more than 4% on renewed chip-buying, as markets brace for a crucial US inflation reading.
Children's safety at sea and in pools: 10 rules that can save a life
Doctors and the Red Cross issue practical advice to help swimmers stay safe in the water this summer.
Just married! Cristiano Ronaldo finally weds Georgina Rodriguez in quiet civil ceremony in Cascais
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez were married on Tuesday in a discreet ceremony in Cascais, a small picturesque coastal resort west of the capital Lisbon.
Cristiano Ronaldo says 'yes' in secret intimate ceremony in Cascais
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez were married on Tuesday in a discreet ceremony in Cascais, Portugal.
Cristiano Ronaldo says secret "I do" at intimate ceremony in Cascais
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez were married on Tuesday in a low-key ceremony held in Cascais, away from the public eye and the media spotlight.
European stocks often crash in August: Is this time different?
European stocks have historically struggled in August, but the average hides an important detail. A handful of major crises account for most of the losses.
Colombia: Rescuers search for survivors after 7.6 magnitude earthquake kills 216 people
As rescuers search through the rubble for survivors, volunteers join to help clear the wreckage. People brought water and food to the victimes and lined up in front of blood donation centres.
From empty benches to real debate? Metsola's bid to revive the European Parliament
Starting in September, new rules will reshape debates in the hemicycle, with one goal: keep MEPs in their seats and turn a succession of social media clips into genuine political exchanges.
'You want it darker?' The ideal total solar eclipse playlist is here
Mainland Europe experiences its full solar eclipse in two decades tonight. The Euronews Culture team picks the 10 songs you need to listen to when darkness falls...
A solar eclipse followed by a meteor shower: Portugal prepares for two rare celestial events
In some parts of the country, the Moon will completely cover the Sun, plunging onlookers into a sci-fi-like scene.
Solar eclipse and meteor shower: Portugal prepares for two rare celestial events
In some parts of the country, the Moon will completely cover the Sun, plunging onlookers into a sci-fi-like scene. Find out all about the total solar eclipse, followed by a meteor shower.
Solar eclipse followed by meteor shower: Portugal prepares to watch two rare events
In parts of the country, the Moon will completely cover the Sun, plunging spectators into a sci-fi-like scene. Find out all about the total solar eclipse, followed by a meteor shower.
Anxious dogs and silent birds: What happens to animals during a total solar eclipse?
Today's rare solar eclipse is thrilling for humans, but animals will face something they can't prepare for: sudden confusing darkness in the middle of the day.
Worried your child is a loner? A new study says playing alone may be just fine
What matters may not be how much time a child spends alone, but whether they still feel they belong.
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Winding trails and coastal treks: Three of Europe’s best autumn hikes, according to Lonely Planet
In its new guide book, Lonely Planet has picked out some of the best hikes around the world. Here we take a look at three of the top European options for hiking this autumn.
Over 16,000 Ukrainian civilians remain detained and tortured by Russia, UN says
The UN also reported more than 95% of the Ukrainian prisoners of war and 85% of the civilian detainees are being tortured or ill-treated, often repeatedly.
More than 16,000 civilians detained by Russia in its invasion of Ukraine are still held, UN says
The UN also reported more than 95% of the Ukrainian prisoners of war and 85% of the civilian detainees are being tortured or ill-treated, often repeatedly.
Secret Service and military wanted me off Air Force One in Turkey due to threat, Trump says
“They wanted me to go on a different flight, a different plane,” Trump told reporters after returning from an event in Ohio. “I guess there was a threat out there. I didn’t really ask too much about it,” he said. “I get a lot of threats.”
Remains of two Wehrmacht soldiers from the Danube: one served in the Waffen-SS
A well-preserved Wehrmacht motorbike is recovered from the Danube, along with the remains of two German soldiers. One likely served in the Waffen-SS.
Remains of two Wehrmacht soldiers from Danube: one served in Waffen-SS
A Wehrmacht motorcycle has been recovered from the Danube with two German soldiers' remains and ID tags. One likely served in the Waffen-SS; their bones are examined for age and signs of a mine.
How Christopher Columbus used an eclipse to save his life in Jamaica
Stranded on Jamaica and close to starvation, the navigator studied astronomical tables and accurately predicted a lunar eclipse that he used to carry favour with the indigenous Taínos.
How Christopher Columbus used an eclipse to save his live in Jamaica
Stranded on Jamaica and close to starvation, the navigator studied astronomical tables and accurately predicted a lunar eclipse to sway the Taíno.
How Christopher Columbus saves his life in Jamaica with an eclipse: astronomical ruse
Stranded on Jamaica and close to starvation, the navigator studied his astronomical tables and accurately predicted a lunar eclipse to sway the Taíno.
Belarusian opposition politician and scientist Aliaksandr Milinkevich dies at 79
The former Sakharov Prize laureate ran against Aliaksandr Lukashenka for the Belarusian presidency in 2006.