26 February 2025 | Euronews
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Europe News A business plan for a low-carbon, competitive European economy The European Commission has presented its Clean Industry Pact to support companies in the race to develop clean technologies. It has announced that it is putting €100 billion on the table initially, in response to international competition. -
Europe News No time to waste: Emmanuel Macron hosts Friedrich Merz for impromptu dinner in Paris The winner of Germany's parliamentary elections has travelled to Paris to meet the French president for a working dinner on Wednesday. -
Lifestyle Gucci’s new era meets Dsquared2’s wild anniversary at Milan Fashion Week Milan Fashion Week is underway: Gucci marked a new era by trading its signature red for deep green, while Dsquared2 celebrated 30 years with a high-octane, star-studded spectacle. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 26th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
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Tech News European Parliament to grill Commission over ditched AI liability rules The EU Parliament remains divided over the need for the rules, aimed to help consumers when they experience harm from an AI service or product. -
Business Stellantis sees plunging performance amid weaker sales across board Stellantis’ disappointing performance comes as the wider global car market continues to face a number of challenges, particularly escalating tariff threats. -
Europe News Commission delivers first phase of ‘simplification’ drive All but the largest companies operating in the EU will be released from environmental reporting obligations and having to prove they are not trading indirectly with firms tainted by exploitation or human rights abuses. The EU executive insists this is not deregulation. -
Nutrition Scientists have discovered a new health benefit from the world's most consumed drink Brewing tea can act as filter against potentially harmful heavy metals in drinking water, a new study has found. -
Europe News The EU Commission's jetting to Delhi, but what's it looking for? India is a tough partner, but Ursula von der Leyen and her team are hoping for closer ties on three fronts: trade, technology and Ukraine. -
Design A living memorial: Witches of Scotland tartan honours the victims of witch hunts Discover the way to commemorate the Witchcraft Act’s many victims in Scotland through a “living memorial”. -
Culture news Five English football teams commission official poems to encourage youth literacy Five English football teams are commissioning official poems for their clubs as part of a scheme to encourage youth literacy. -
EuroVerify Fact-checking President Trump's claims on US financial support to Ukraine Trump says the framework of a minerals deal he has agreed with Kyiv will allow the US to recuperate up to $350 billion in financial support. Euronews fact checks the claims. -
Business BP scraps renewables target, returns to oil and gas in strategy reset The move comes in response to pressure from investors, notably from activist hedge fund Elliot management. -
Climate Buy a passport, save a nation? So far, Nauru has just six takers Nauru’s first ‘golden passport’ scheme fell apart after the country granted citizenship to Al-Qaeda members. -
Travel News Dragons at half mast: Welsh tourist attractions to close on St David’s Day in tourist tax protest Welsh tourist attractions are preparing to fly flags at half mast or even close their doors entirely in protest of the Welsh tourist tax. -
Europeans' Stories Child protection or censorship? The legal battle between the Court of Justice of the EU and Hungary Necessary for some, discriminatory for others, Hungary's so-called “child protection law” has been the subject of a hearing at the Court of Justice of the European Union. Whatever its nature, the ruling could further determine the already tense relationship between Hungary and its EU partners. -
Food and Drink Here's the menu that Wolfgang Puck will be serving A-listers at the Oscars Governors Ball Wolfgang Puck’s Oscars Governors Ball menu features a mix of classics and new delights, including chicken pot pie, smoked salmon Oscars, shrimp pad thai, and beef Wellington. Guests will also enjoy indulgent treats like chocolate Oscar statues and Miyazaki beef. -
Europe News Top court ruling may bar Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik from politics Dodik, who serves as the president of the Western Balkan country's Serb-majority entity of the RS, has the right to appeal Wednesday's verdict. -
Europe News Kaja Kallas meeting with Marco Rubio cancelled due to scheduling issues Kallas was expected to meet Rubio during her two-day stay in Washington. -
The Exchange Unleashing the power of 5G and beyond Advancements in global telecom solutions are underway, with 5G technology improving connectivity and paving the way for the future of 6G, benefiting communities worldwide. -
East-West Connect How digital innovation is transforming urban life and driving economic growth in Astana In this episode of East-West Connect, we explore how smart city innovations are transforming Astana into a model for urban sustainability, smarter living and economic growth in Central Asia. -
Slovakia Suspect in Robert Fico assassination attempt may face terror charges, Slovak police say Prosecutors will now assess the evidence and decide whether the suspect, identified only as J.C., will stand trial. -
Europe News Renault recalls over 15,000 vehicles due to risk of start-up failure Thousands of drivers of Renault R5s and Alpine 290s were asked to visit Renault drivers due to the risk of start-up failure, though the French carmaker highlighted the issue does not affect driver safety. -
Italy US military base in Italy locked down over 'security incident' Personnel working at the Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily were instructed to take shelter where they were. -
North Korea Western tourists enter North Korea for first time in five years Besides a number of Russian tourists last year, few sightseers have been allowed into North Korea since the Covid-19 pandemic — until now. -
Business Record year for UniCredit bank sees top banker's pay rise by a third The increase in salary for UniCredit SpA's chief executive officer, Andrea Orcel, further enhances his status as one of Europe's best paid bankers. -
Culture news Spanish government removes mummy remains from museum view Spain’s Ministry of Culture has ordered a Madrid museum to remove a mummy from view as part of a government policy to “decolonise” state-owned museums. -
Europe News Romanian prosecutors charge Georgescu on six counts in criminal case rocking the country The Romanian ultranationalist politician was picked up by police for questioning earlier on Wednesday regarding false funding sources and false information in his last campaign. -
Culture news Ancient artefacts worth over €2 million to return from New York to Greece and Italy The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has announced the recovery of ancient artefacts worth a staggering $2.2 million (€2.1 million), which will be returned to Greece and Italy. -
Tech News US government tech workers resign rather than help Elon Musk's DOGE initiative The staffers refused to use their technical expertise to "dismantle critical public services". -
Business Trump launches probe into copper imports as global trade tensions heat up The US President's copper imports investigation has contributed to rapidly escalating global trade tensions. The metal is a vital component in a number of products, and is also important for the green transition. -
Europe in Motion Which European regions attract the highest number of talents? Northern and central capital and urban regions have the highest rates of highly skilled people, while the lowest shares were reported in southeastern Europe. -
Business Luxury car maker Aston Martin to cut 170 jobs after another annual loss Job losses are expected to save Aston Martin £25 million as it struggles with supply chain disruptions, inefficiencies, and weak Chinese demand. -
Art Glitz, Glam, and Chaos: Tate Modern celebrates the outrageous legacy of Leigh Bowery Tate Modern’s latest exhibition is celebrating the outrageous genius of Leigh Bowery - artist, fashion designer, clubland icon and muse to Lucian Freud. -
Europe News Emmanuel Macron briefs EU leaders on meeting with Donald Trump The video conference was convened by António Costa, the president of the European Council, in anticipation of an emergency summit on 6 March. -
USA White House seizes control of press pool that covers Trump Critics say the decision, which breaks with decades of tradition, will undermine independent journalism. -
Business BP unveils multi-billion-dollar deal to redevelop Iraq's oil fields The energy giant's announcement of the tie-up comes as it finalises plans to ditch renewables targets set under previous CEO. -
Culture news John Lithgow confirms Harry Potter casting as Dumbledore in new HBO remake The controversial reboot of Harry Potter has its first official cast member... -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 26th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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USA Trump proposes $5 million 'gold card' for wealthy investors, including Russians The US's existing investor visa has already been flagged domestically as a fraud risk, but the new proposal did not come with any details of enhanced vetting for applicants. -
No Comment Colombian man arrested for hiding cocaine under toupee at Cartagena airport Colombian police arrested a man at an airport in Cartagena for trying to smuggle cocaine under a toupee on a flight to Amsterdam. The 220 grams of drugs were worth €10,000 euros. -
Argentina Argentina’s Milei sparks row after appointing Supreme Court judges by decree Critics see the move as an overreach of executive power and an attempt to fill the judiciary with loyalists. -
Culture news Charli XCX named Brits songwriter of the year Charli XCX has been named songwriter of the year by the Brit Awards ahead of this weekend's ceremony, hinting that the star – who’s a front-runner with five nominations – may dominate the awards. -
Lifestyle What’s inside the 2025 Oscars goodie bag worth six figures? Luxury vacations, pricey skincare products, and cannabis goods... The Oscar nominees won’t go home empty handed on Sunday. However, this year’s “Everyone Wins” gift bag comes with the option to do some good... -
Health news Can countries just withdraw from the World Health Organization? Not exactly The WHO constitution doesn’t have a legal mechanism that allows countries to pull out. But that doesn’t mean they can’t. -
Space Asteroid 2024 YR4 is no longer a threat to Earth, scientists say Scientists have ruled out any harm to Earth from the YR4 asteroid, which had an impact likelihood as high as 3 percent earlier this month. -
Business Apple shareholders reject proposal to scrap company's diversity programmes The proposal, drafted by a self-described conservative think tank, urged Apple to follow a litany of high-profile companies that have retreated from diversity, equality and inclusion initiatives currently in the Trump administration's crosshairs. -
Europe News Pope Francis remains in critical but stable condition In a short update on Wednesday morning, the Vatican said Pope Francis "had a peaceful night and is resting." -
Israel Israel and Hamas strike hostage exchange deal, keeping ceasefire intact The first phase of a three-part ceasefire began to look fragile when Israel accused Hamas of cruel treatment of hostages and the militant group returned a misidentified body. -
Business Bitcoin plunges as risk assets experience broad selloffs globally Bitcoin price experienced a sharp decline due to risk-off sentiment in the global markets, causing a broad selloff in risk assets on Tuesday. -
Business Tesla's European buyers turn away? Sales slide amid Musk's political controversy Elon Musk's involvement in politics may have weighed on Tesla's sales performance in Europe, with its share price sinking the most in the Magnificent Seven stocks this year. -
Europe News The US' new approach to Ukraine: how to make sense of it | Radio Schuman Kirill Shamiev, an expert on civil-military relations and Russian domestic politics at the European Council on Foreign Relations, discussed how the European Union should navigate the growing rift between Washington and its allies over the war in Ukraine. -
Health news Could gynaecological disorders raise your risk of heart disease? New research suggests they might Chronic inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic issues such as insulin resistance could contribute to the risk, researchers said. -
Economy Which tax scams should you look out for and how to avoid them? With tax filing season around the corner, a number of tax scams such as phishing and smishing attacks are likely to be on the rise. Euronews Business looks at which tax scams are the most common and how to protect yourself from them. -
Europe News ‘Skilled workers wanted’: The EU’s defence industry struggles to find the right talent The EU defence sector is increasingly struggling with finding workers with the skills needed to match the sector needs, industry representatives say – Why? What profiles are they looking for and what is the bloc doing to address the gaps? -
EuroVerify Fact check: Zelenskyy hasn't banned Trump's Truth Social platform Some have falsely claimed that the Ukrainian president did so in retaliation against Trump's recent tirade against him. -
Climate Heat pumps, EVs and net zero: What does the German election result mean for climate action? What will Europe’s biggest emitter do next? Politicians, energy experts and campaigners share their hopes and fears. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 26th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Europe News Notorious fugitive 'The Fly' extradited to France after arrest in Romania Mohamed Amra had fled after armed men ambushed his prison transfer van, killing two officers and injuring three others. -
Europe News High inflation rate pushes more Belgians to go cross-border shopping in France Belgium's inflation rate is one of the highest compared to its neighbouring countries, report by FPS Finance shows.