Russian strikes kill two in Kherson overnight, Ukraine retaliates
Overnight Russian drones killed two in Kherson region while Ukraine strikes back killing two in Russia, including an 8-year-old child.
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Russia-Ukraine strikes kill four people including 8-year-old in Russia
Ukrainian drone strikes killed two in Russia, including an 8-year-old child, while overnight Russian drones killed two in Kherson region.
Colombia quake rescuers save woman after 36 hours trapped in rubble
A 32-year-old woman has been rescued alive in Pereira after spending 36 hours trapped beneath a collapsed building. Rescuers located her 10 hours before reaching her.
Spotify to label AI-generated artist personas with new ‘AI Persona’ badges
Spotify's move comes as AI-generated music floods streaming platforms, with Deezer recently reporting that AI tracks accounted for more than half of all new daily uploads in June.
Europe readies for total solar eclipse- So, what will happen in the once-in-a-generation stellar spectacle?
Maximum totality will occur off Iceland’s west coast. By the time it reaches a small patch of Portugal and then Spain with its massive crowds, totality will have dwindled to a minute or so. The spectacle will end in the Mediterranean.
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Europe readies for total solar eclipse- So, what will happen in the once-in-a generation stellar spectacle?
Maximum totality will occur off Iceland’s west coast. By the time it reaches a small patch of Portugal and then Spain with its massive crowds, totality will have dwindled to a minute or so. The spectacle will end in the Mediterranean.
Germany’s best viewpoints from above: Scenic walks, mountain peaks and sky-high bridges
Some of Germany’s best places to take in the views are from above, including at the country’s highest mountain standing next to a statue of mythological hero Hercules.
Fewer rules: Europe was built on coal and steel, not paperwork
The EU keeps churning out new rules, writes Gitta Connemann, head of Germany's CDU's influential business association, MIT. Small and medium-sized businesses bear the brunt of EU bureaucracy, she argues, calling for a halt to new regulation and for rules that add no value to be scrapped.
Putin threatens retaliatory seizures of European ships
Vladimir Putin threatened to seize European ships in response to the interception and seizure of Russian vessels presumed to be part of Moscow's 'shadow fleet'.
EU sends €2 million to Colombia after deadly earthquake
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc continues to support Colombia wherever possible following the deadly quake.
Fake videos and false allegations target candidates in French 2027 presidential election
Independent researchers and French authorities have identified a raft of false content focusing on two former prime ministers who intend to run in next year's presidential race.
Pyongyang tests another missile within one week and ahead of US-South Korean military drills
A ballistic missile fired from the North’s eastern coastal Wonsan area around 6am flew more than 700 kilometres, South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said. Seoul condemned the test and warned it remains ready to repel any provocation in cooperation with the US.
Morocco accuses Spain of assaulting migrants crossing into Ceuta and claims sovereignty over enclave
Morocco's National Human Rights Council condemns mistreatment "out of sight of the cameras", while Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi says Rabat still claims sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla.
Italy: Po River runs low amid prolonged heat and drought
Italy's Po River is running unusually low in Turin after weeks of heat and little rain. The exposed riverbed is revealing rocks normally underwater, while algae and vegetation spread along the banks.
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.
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.
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.