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Europe News Starmer set to contribute €4.75 million to Meloni's anti-irregular migration initiative The UK prime minister met with his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni in Rome Monday to discuss how the two countries could bolster cooperation in tackling illegal migration. -
Europe News Thousands rally in Brussels to back Audi workers and call for EU industrial action Initially launched in solidarity with employees at the Audi plant in Brussels, Monday's rally in the Belgian capital became the call for measures to preserve Europe's industrial sector. -
Europe News Brain drain in Western Balkans spikes amid absence of opportunities Youth brain drain is becoming a worrisome problem for the Western Balkan countries of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Kosovo and Serbia. -
Europe News New twists to European Commission saga as Breton rips into von der Leyen on his way out Tensions rose on Monday as Breton publicly resigned from his role as Commissioner complicating her efforts to present a new College of 26 for the new term. -
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Europe News Germany reinstates land border checks for six months in much-criticised move Germany has reinstated border checks at all land crossings on its nine borders to curb migration and tackle crime, according to officials. -
Health news Exclusive: EU wants to ban smoking and vaping in outdoor areas, leaked draft says The European Commission will recommend smoking bans in cafe terraces, bus stops, and zoos, and plans also cover nicotine-free products, according to a leaked document obtained by Euronews. -
Europe Decoded Analysis: With Breton out, Ursula von der Leyen tightens her grip on power The Frenchman's dramatic resignation sets the tone for Ursula von der Leyen's second mandate at the top of the European Commission. -
Earth News Italy and Spain at risk of austerity in climate-neutrality race, new study suggests Study suggests green financing will boost the economy but Mediterranean countries will endure fiscal challenges. -
Scenes Watch: The climbing duo scaling heights and uplifting spirits in France Those who join Amassa Climb have gone through life-changing circumstances that drastically changed their lives. Together, they are transforming their troubles into triumphs, one climb at a time. -
Tech News UK telecoms provider records 2,000 possible cyber-attacks every second The UK’s largest telecommunications provider says there are roughly 2,000 potential cyber-attacks every second recorded through its platforms. -
Health news Botulism led to 5 people being hospitalised in France. What is it and how can you avoid it? A local artisanal pesto in France was linked to cases of botulism. What is it? -
Climate Barcelona and Majorca will shift to a desert-like climate by 2050, new drought study warns Summer has increased by an average of 36 days across Spain over the last 50 years. -
Europe News EU bungled plastic waste tax, auditors say A new levy intended to discourage the landfill and incineration of plastic waste is plagued by dodgy data, and may have led to an uptick in crime, auditors warn -
Ukraine What was the man said to be behind the Florida assassination attempt on Trump doing in Ukraine? Ukrainian soldiers and other sources revealed Ryan Routh was repeatedly warned against his "illegal" actions in Ukraine, while others labelled him as a "grifter". -
Tech News Slack is adding AI agents. This is what you can do with them The new AI features could help humans with tasks such as drafting emails. -
Travel News Frequent flyer? Here's which European airline has the best rewards programme This new ranking considered more than 60 individual frequent flyer programmes worldwide - and European airlines performed well across the board. -
Earth News Italian butterfly thieves handed highest-ever fine for wildlife crime in Sri Lanka The two men from northern Italy face two years in jail if they fail to pay the fine by 24 September. -
Culture news Floristry, game art, fashion: Lyon WorldSkills Competition showcases young creative talent The WorldSkills competition is open to under 23s and sees participants compete in fields from jewellery making to welding and aircraft maintenance to hairdressing. -
Healthcare Where in Europe are there restrictions on smoking outdoors? Experts say limiting smoking in outdoor areas such as beaches, parks, and restaurants could be the next move for many countries to tackle tobacco smoking. -
Europe News UN slams EU Commission over protection of people with disabilities The chair of the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities claims that a draft EU regulation on the cross-border protection of adults conflicts with several provisions of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) - the Commission disagrees. -
Business Titanic builder Harland & Wolff to enter administration amid debt woes RMS Titanic shipbuilder Harland & Wolff announced on Monday that it will enter administration following financial troubles. -
Culture news Real Madrid halts concerts over noise complaints – but is this enough for angry residents? Following complaints of excessive noise, the Spanish football club said it was rescheduling or cancelling all upcoming shows at its Santiago Bernabéu stadium to comply with the city's noise regulations. -
Earth News UK high court blocks first new coal mine in 30 years. Is it the end of the ‘climate-damaging’ plan? The developer’s claim that it would be a ‘net zero mine’ is legally flawed, according to the ruling. -
Smart Regions Respect for heroes and the environment at the Juno Beach Centre The Juno Beach Centre in northern France honours thousands of British and Canadian soldiers while offering visitors an eco-friendly and immersive experience. -
Europe News Russian President Vladimir Putin issues decree boosting Russian army troops to 1.5 million The decree issued on Monday came as Ukrainian forces pushed further into Russia's Kursk region. -
Culture news 'I love Taylor Swift!' trends as backlash against Donald Trump’s ‘hate’ post intensifies Trump's four-worded outburst comes just days after Taylor Swift informed her 284 million Instagram followers that she was going vote for Kamala Harris. -
Balkan Trip Discover Uvac River Canyon’s Griffon vultures and Pešter Plateau delicacies in Serbia In this episode of Balkan Trip we discover Serbia's hidden gems as we travel through the Uvac Canyon and the Pešter Plateau. -
Economy Draghi's competitiveness report: Can Europe heed the call to action? Mario Draghi's competitiveness report urges the EU to invest €750-800bn annually to close the economic gap with the US and China. While experts praise its push for joint action and reforms, concerns remain over funding, political consensus and its future impact. -
Economy Budapest district joins other cities in Airbnb-style rental rebellion Residents in one of the most popular parts of Hungary's capital, Budapest, have joined other European cities in voting to call time on short-term rentals. -
Europe News Portugal asks EU for assistance as wildfire reaches residential area Almost 1,600 firefighters have been deployed to fight fires in 20 different areas on Monday, as the country battles with high temperatures and strong winds. -
Lifestyle eBay and Oxfam present pre-loved pieces at London Fashion Week The shows by eBay and Oxfam were the first on-schedule catwalks to exclusively feature second-hand clothing. -
Europe News European Commissioner Thierry Breton’s seven most memorable moments After an eventful five years, the EU’s most colourful commissioner is leaving Brussels. From fighting Elon Musk to buying COVID-19 vaccines, and challenging his boss to announcing the death of NATO, Euronews takes you through some career highlights. -
Culture news Cake & Figs: How the spirit of Mahsa Amini lives on in two Iranian films challenging state despotism Two years after the death of Mahsa Amini, two Iranian films which defy state censorship and expose the crimes of the Islamic State begin their European rollouts in cinemas. They remind us how fortunate we are to have filmmakers who dare to challenge oppression, misogyny and tyranny. -
Europe News Russian attacks kill two and injure dozens across Ukraine Russia launched another deadly wave of attacks in Kharkiv and the Donetsk region, killing two and injuring scores more, including children. -
Health news West Nile virus vaccine still 'years away' as disease spreads in Spain Residents in the south of Spain are growing increasingly desperate as the West Nile virus continues to spread. -
Europe News At least 16 dead and several missing as 'once in a century' floods hit Central and Eastern Europe Heavy rains from Storm Boris have caused widespread flooding across several countries, with the Czech Republic declaring the highest flood warnings in 100 places. -
Business BMW took two years to discover billion-euro car fault The company's shares plummeted last week on its profit warning as it revealed the scale of the problem, with €5bn at one stage being wiped off its value. -
Tech News China lures academics with bribes from fake LinkedIn profiles, Czech intelligence says The Czech national intelligence agency says China bribes its academics to write favourable reports about them through fake LinkedIn profiles. -
Germany Could Germany's new border controls end up getting revoked by Brussels? The German government ordered spot passport controls at all its land borders from Monday morning, going against the EU's free movement principle. -
Europe News France nominates Stéphane Séjourné as European Commissioner after Breton steps down Séjourné has served as France's Minister for Europe and foreign affairs since January. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 16th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Iran Does Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian remember Mahsa Amini's death? More than ever, Iran needs to rebuild its image and identity — an identity that has been unfairly sacrificed for the ambitions of a select few, Babak Kamiar writes. -
Health news Former Commissioner says EU needs ‘more power to address health challenges’ European public health policy came into sharp focus during the coronavirus pandemic, but momentum towards creating a more coordinated and centralised EU system is now ebbing away, a leading MEP and heart surgeon tells Euronews in an exclusive interview. -
Europe News Large explosion rocks venue in Cologne city centre Police have announced a "major operation" and closed a road running between two central locations in the city. -
Ukraine Ukrainian Foreign Legion and Azov Brigade refute links to suspected Trump Florida shooter The International Legion for the Defence of Ukraine and Azov Brigade both denied reports that Donald Trump's suspected would-be assassin was one of its members. -
Europe News Breton and an inconvenient delay, Newsletter This week's key events presented by Euronews' editor in chief for EU policy, Jeremy Fleming-Jones. -
Europe News Uncertainty hangs over European Parliament plenary as Viktor Orbán cancels speech The Hungarian Prime Minister had intended to address the Strasbourg plenary on Wednesday. -
Culture news Emmy Awards: The lowdown on winners, including big night for 'Shogun' and 'Baby Reindeer' 'Shogun' and 'Hacks' win top series Emmy Awards; 'The Bear' and 'Baby Reindeer' take four apiece. 'Shogun' had an unmatched performance with 18 overall wins for one season. -
Europe News Starmer seeks to learn from Italy's 'dramatic' decline in migrants The centre-left Labour Party prime minister isn't a natural ally of Giorgia Meloni, who heads the far-right Brothers of Italy party, yet the two sides hope to work together to reduce irregular migration to Europe and improve the UK's relations with the rest of the continent. -
Europe News Breton quits as EU Commissioner, blames von der Leyen's 'questionable governance' Thierry Breton has resigned as European Commissioner, dealing a new blow to Ursula von der Leyen's efforts to build her next team. -
Culture news Jackson 5 founding member Tito Jackson dies aged 70 Tito Jackson, founding Member of the Jackson 5 and brother of the late Michael Jackson, has died. -
Art 'Surrealism manifesto' takes pride of place in Paris celebration of movement's centenary The Pompidou Centre in Paris has gathered about 500 Surrealist works from international public and private collections. -
Euronews Tech Talks How the first astronaut with a disability is preparing to travel into space | Euronews Tech Talks In this episode, we will explore how space exploration affects the human body and how scientific research is fundamental to advancing medicine here on Earth. -
Culture news The secrets of solidarity: NATO opens up its cultural diplomacy archives NATO is 75 this year but its archive of historic documents and items has only been gathered together over the last 25-years. Alliance officials occasionally call on historic pieces, pulled from its archive, to help strengthen their cultural diplomacy efforts. -
Europe News What will a European Commissioner for housing do? | Radio Schuman In July, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed the introduction for a European Commissioner for housing in her upcoming team. So what will be their task, and how will it work on the national level? -
Business China and EU set for talks aimed at easing tensions over trade tariffs Amid escalating trade tensions, China’s commerce minister, Wang Wentao, and the European Commission’s trade commissioner, Valdis Dombrovskis, are set to meet this morning in Brussels to discuss trade relations between the two parties. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 16th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
USA Trump shooting: What we know about the attack and the suspect Records show that while living in North Carolina, suspected shooter Ryan Wesley Routh had multiple run-ins with law enforcement and was convicted in 2002 of possessing a weapon of mass destruction. -
Business From digital nomad to nightmare: How remote working can challenge employers Remote working opportunities are once again on the rise in Europe in certain industries. However, employers face potential risks and challenges when offering staff the opportunity to work away from the office. -
Markets Markets look ahead: EU final CPI, BoE, BoJ, and Fed rate decisions in focus This week is packed with critical economic data and events, shaping global market sentiment. Three major central banks are scheduled to hold policy meetings and make decisions on their interest rates. -
Europe News Moroccan police stop hundreds of migrants from entering Spanish enclave of Ceuta Sunday has been a day of high tension in the area after hundreds of people gathered at the border following reported calls on social media for a collective breach attempt. -
Europe News Scholz and Mirziyoyev ink migration deal to simplify entry of skilled Uzbek workers The bilateral deal is intended to ease the entry of skilled workers from Uzbekistan to Germany, particularly those working in the healthcare sector. -
Europe News Six days of joint military drills between China and Russia end in Sea of Japan Chinese state media said the drills, named Northern/Interaction-2024, aim to deepen strategic cooperation between the two countries and strengthen their ability to respond to security threats.