William Orbit, Grammy-winning British producer for Madonna and Blur, dies aged 69
The British producer was best known for his work on Madonna's 'Ray Of Light' and Blur's '13', as well as several charting hits like All Saints' hit song 'Pure Shores'.
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Italy and France announce international meeting on addiction prevention and recovery
Italy and France, co-founders of the European Coalition Against Drugs (ECAD), on Thursday announced an international meeting on prevention and addiction recovery. The summit will be held on 23 October 2026 at the San Patrignano community.
Once-abandoned Spanish village becomes NASA's eclipse hotspot
Villalibado, a village brought back to life after decades of abandonment, will host a NASA team broadcasting the 12 August total solar eclipse to a global audience.
Why NASA chooses this small Burgos village to broadcast the eclipse
Villalibado, a village brought back to life after decades of abandonment, will host a NASA team broadcasting the 12 August total solar eclipse to a global audience.
Volkswagen’s top stakeholders call for immediate steps to boost competitiveness
As Volkswagen continues to deal with tariff impact and rising competition from Chinese carmakers, taking drastic cost-cutting and strategy steps have become all the more crucial to maintain its market position.
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Taiwan tests emergency response with air raid drill
Taiwan holds an air raid drill in Kaohsiung, stopping traffic and guiding residents as authorities test civilian emergency responses.
Denmark tightens rules on secondary school students to prevent AI cheating
The new Danish measures include oral defences for written take-home exams, and monitoring tools for screen-use during in-school written tests.
Copenhagen, Normandy, Exmoor: European destinations where tourists are rewarded for good behaviour
Cities in Europe have been inspired by Copenhagen’s good behaviour rewards with Exmoor the latest to announce the launch of a new scheme.
Six arrested as fresh anti-immigration protests break out in UK
It comes amid pushback over a government proposal to turn the former military air base RAF Barnham - which sits just outside of Thetford - into accommodation for people seeking asylum in the UK.
Five arrested as fresh anti-immigration protests break out in UK
It comes amid pushback over a government proposal to turn the former military air base RAF Barnham - which sits just outside of Thetford - into accommodation for people seeking asylum in the UK.
From playing games to building rockets: Portugal's Ubbu brings coding to primary school
Just a day before the summer holidays, excitement fills the air at Lisbon's PaRK International School.
Belarus ban of Euronews sparks debate and support for press freedom across Europe
Earlier this week, the Belarusian information ministry placed Euronews’ website on its "Republican List of Extremist Materials," according to Belarus-based media.
Spain to introduce retaliatory border checks on travellers from Italy
Rome had earlier said it "does not accept ultimatums or impositions from abroad regarding national security and border control."
Italy says it has no plans to review border controls with Spain until 15 August
"Italy does not accept ultimatums or impositions from abroad regarding national security and border control," the Italian government said in a statement on Friday.
Spain gives Italy two days to lift border checks on Spanish travellers after Ceuta migrant rush
The government believes Italy's checks on travellers from Spain breach the spirit of Schengen and has given Rome until Sunday to lift them before taking "proportionate measures."
Scientists create first AI-designed viruses to fight drug-resistant superbugs
Researchers in the United States have used artificial intelligence to create viruses, opening pathways for new drug development and raising biosecurity fears.
'Disney need to sue': White House blasted over Spider-Man ICE campaign post
"Your friendly neighborhood ICE agents." Marvel fans have criticised The White House for using Spider-Man in their latest campaign to promote Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Forget the ferry: Hop aboard a high-speed sailing boat from England to France this September
A week of trial crossings in the English Channel will link Shoreham-by-Sea in West Sussex and Fécamp in Normandy.
Spanish police dismantle major Mediterranean migrant and drugs smuggling network
Investigators believe the group was responsible for at least 64 migrant smuggling operations in which more than 2,000 people were brought to Spain, generating profits of more than €24 million.
EU sanctions five people linked to Russia’s military industry after Ukraine strikes
The EU sanctioned five individuals tied to Russia’s military-industrial complex after recent Russian air strikes on Ukraine, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said, accusing Moscow of escalating attacks on civilians as its forces stalled.
Trojan horse alert: Pirated online versions of 'The Odyssey' could contain hidden viruses
Desperate to watch The Odyssey for free? Pirated copies are already spreading malware capable of raiding your passwords, payment details and more.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Her Private Hell' - Nicolas Winding Refn's horny bore
Ten years since his last feature ('The Neon Demon'), the director of 'Drive' and 'Only God Forgives' signs his most vacuous and boring film yet.
"A shame for Portugal": Israeli ambassador urges cancellation of Kanye West concert in Algarve
Israel's embassy in Portugal accuses Kanye West of spreading hate speech and urges Friday's concert be cancelled, to reject antisemitism and glorifying Nazism.
Cyprus energy minister: Meridiam's entry into Great Sea Interconnector is 'vote of confidence'
Nicosia's final decisions will be based on the findings of the European Investment Bank, which will also determine the final cost of the Greece–Cyprus power interconnection project, Michalis Damianos said.
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Military shake-up poses little threat to Ukraine's ongoing drone revolution
Ukraine has built a sprawling drone industry from scratch, hailed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as the best in the world.
Portugal: next week starts with sharp drop in fuel prices
Next week brings good news for drivers: a sharp drop in prices is expected, affecting both diesel and petrol at the pumps.
Uzbekistan-developed AI module launches aboard Earth observation satellite
The Samarkand-2028 Earth observation satellite has entered orbit carrying an AI module developed by Uzbek engineers, processing data in orbit before transmission to improve efficiency in fields including agriculture and environmental monitoring.
Surprise discovery as ancient domus uncovered beneath restoration site in Rome
A routine restoration project on Rome's Caelian Hill has led to the discovery of an ancient Roman building decorated with mosaics, frescoes and painted ceilings. Archaeologists have uncovered eight rooms dating back to the second century AD.
Danube: Wehrmacht soldiers and WWII motorbike recovered after 80 years
The Danube is at such a low level that Second World War relics are resurfacing in Budapest: alongside a motorbike, the bodies of two soldiers have been recovered.