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Europe News Le Pen: Paris appeals court will consider Le Pen's case with 'a decision' in summer 2026 The far-right leader, who was convicted of embezzlement on Monday and banned from running for office, accused the political establishment of trying to scupper her bid for the presidency. -
Europe News UK targets Russian influence with new registration system, security minister says The government said the new programme will be a key tool for the “detection and disruption of harmful activity against our country.” -
Europe News EU fines carmakers €458 million for anti-recycling cartel Ten years after the Dieselgate scandal over cheating in exhaust emissions tests, European carmakers are in the frame again, this time for market skulduggery in the form of a clandestine agreement not to compete on grounds of environmental friendliness on the basis of their support for recycling. -
Europe News Fourth US soldier missing in Lithuania swamp found dead, President Nausėda says The announcement comes after the bodies of three of the four US Army service personnel were found on Monday after their armoured Hercules vehicle was recovered from a peat bog. -
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World Judge who sentenced Marine Le Pen under police protection amid online threats A torrent of online abuse has been directed at Bénédicte de Perthuis, the judge who presided over the Paris court on Monday. -
Space CERN unveils plans for new atom smasher even bigger than the Large Hadron Collider Officials believe it will lead to new scientific discoveries that could drive innovation in fields that could benefit humankind. -
Europe News Water and defence - but not bullets: EU reallocates regional funds The EU executive has invited member states to redirect regional spending - accounting for one-third of the EU budget - toward various strategic areas such as water resilience and affordable housing, including defence to a limited extent. -
USA Prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione in health insurance CEO shooting case An Ivy League graduate from a prominent Maryland family, Mangione appeared to have isolated himself in the months leading up to the December shooting in New York. -
Europe News Belgium bans display of tobacco products in shops The new law is designed to curb impulse purchases of cigarettes and tobacco — and supermarkets are prohibited from selling them altogether. -
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Travel News Iceland’s Blue Lagoon spa and nearby town evacuated due to volcanic eruption Flames and smoke shot through the air as the volcanic fissure opened near the town of Grindavik. -
Tech News Google’s AI feature on hold in most EU member states due to ‘strict rules’ The company faces regulatory concerns which led to a delay in rolling out the AI tool across Europe. -
No Comment Mass protests in Tbilisi demand new elections and release of prisoners Opposition groups and civil society organisations staged a protest rally in front of the Georgian Parliament building on March 31, symbolically choosing Georgia’s Independence Restoration Day. -
EU Decoded Will European agriculture convert to new genomic techniques? The European Union has just taken a step towards deregulating New Genomic Techniques used for the improvement of agricultural plants. The agrichemical sector argues that they are essential to ensuring the future of food production, but many remain sceptical. -
Europe News Two killed and several injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine, local media report Ukraine's General Staff said Russia launched two missiles and used more than 2,000 drones in its wave of strikes. -
Europe News Construction of private bunkers in Spain rises 200% as fears of war in Europe grow Some citizens in Europe have created safe spaces in their homes while the EU has urged people across the bloc to prepare 72-hour survival kits. -
Culture news Oscar-winning director Oliver Stone is to testify on latest JFK assassination files The director, whose 1991 Oscar-winning film 'JFK' has been derided by historians for suggesting the CIA had a role in the killing of John F Kennedy, will speak to task force today aiming "to get to the bottom of this mystery." -
Spain Tech involved in three-quarters of gender violence cases among children, Spanish research shows Spain's ANAR foundation analysed more than 11,000 cases and found 56% involved the digital sphere. -
Moments Nervous flyer? These airlines have dedicated support programmes and in-flight apps Turbulence, screaming children and randomly allocated seats are most likely to make passengers feel uncomfortable. -
Earth News Türkiye’s 20,000-year-old glaciers are disappearing. Scientists want to close them to visitors The remaining glacial area in the Cilo Mountains has been damaged and degraded, scientists say. -
No Comment French authorities clear migrant camps along Seine in Paris With the winter truce over, Paris authorities began clearing migrant camps along the Seine, drawing criticism from NGOs over forced evictions and relocations. -
Europe in Motion Migrant deaths hit new record high in 2024, United Nations agency says The year 2024 marked the deadliest year for migrants, with drowning remaining the leading cause of death. -
Lithuania Four US soldiers missing in Lithuania swamp: What we know so far The search for the fourth soldier continues after three US Army members were found dead when their armoured vehicle was pulled from a swampy area in eastern Lithuania. -
Climate Electric cars, leaky homes, and food: How does France plan to get emissions cuts back on track? After a sluggish 2024, France is “mobilising” to meet its 2030 climate goal. -
Europe News Europeans overwhelmingly endorse retaliatory tariffs against the US, poll finds While aware of the economic impact of US tariffs on EU goods, a YouGov study finds that a vast majority of European citizens support retaliatory measures in the escalating trade dispute between Brussels and Washington. -
Europe News EU to enforce social media laws despite US pressure, Commission VP Henna Virkkunen says Legislation will ensure a fair, democratic and safe digital environment, European Commission Executive Vice President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy Henna Virkkunen told Euronews. -
No Comment Gas pipeline fire near Kuala Lumpur injures more than 100 Dozens were injured after a massive fire broke out in Puchong, near Malaysia's capital, when a gas pipeline burst, sending flames spreading to homes. -
Economy Will Trump’s tariffs against Canada and Mexico hit the 2026 World Cup? Increasing concerns about the feasibility of holding the 2026 FIFA World Cup between the US, Canada and Mexico have emerged, following Trump's tariffs against both these countries. -
Economy UK house price growth stays stagnant in March ahead of stamp duty hike Northern Ireland continued to experience the strongest house price growth in the UK in the first quarter of the year, followed by the North West. London, meanwhile, struggled. -
Tech News OpenAI to release new ‘open’ language model in coming months Under pressure from competitors like DeepSeek and Meta’s Llama 3, OpenAI said it is working on releasing a new open-weight large language model in the coming months. -
Culture news Vote Idris: Is Labour eyeing actor Idris Elba for next London Mayor? Following the celebrated actors' work leading the UK-wide knife-crime campaign, it now seems that Labour have Idris Elba at the top of its 'wish list' for its next City Hall candidate... -
Ukraine German foreign minister says Ukraine peace talks at 'deadlock' but China disagrees Ukraine's European allies are putting on a show of support as Trump-brokered talks show little sign of progress. -
Europe News MEPs reject call to halt funding for environmental NGOs In a knife edge vote, the European Parliament’s environment committee voted down an objection jointly tabled by the conservative European People’s Party (EPP) against continued funding of civil society campaign groups. -
Food and Drink Michelin's 2025 France guide: Who are the winners and losers? From the heady heights of newly crowned three-star restaurants, to the ones who didn't make the cut, here's everything you need to know about the new Michelin Guide for France. -
USA Trump administration admits man was deported to El Salvador mega prison due to 'error' Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia had legal protection from being deported to his home country of El Salvador, from which his lawyers say he fled aged 16. -
Business OpenAI secures $300bn valuation in funding round led by SoftBank The firm has raised $40 billion, one of the largest ever funding rounds secured by a private start-up. -
Business End of bikini nights? US restaurant chain Hooters files for bankruptcy Hooters, the US-based restaurant chain known for chicken wings and staff wearing skimpy outfits, has filed for bankruptcy protection. -
No Comment Floodwaters sweep away cars as heavy rain hits Paros island Experts warn that more severe weather is on the way, with heavy rain expected to hit the Aegean islands, particularly the Cyclades. -
France Macron and Tebboune attempt to defuse brewing French-Algerian diplomatic crisis After a months-long diplomatic spat, the French president and his Algerian counterpart have reiterated their commitment to work together. -
Economy Eurozone inflation falls to 2.2%: Could the ECB cut rates this month? Eurozone inflation hit a four-month low at 2.2% in March, but rising monthly prices and persistent services inflation leave the ECB divided ahead of its April 17 meeting, with markets pricing a 65% chance of a rate cut. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 1st – 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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Culture news Donald Trump signs executive order against ‘exploitative ticket scalping’ The new directive is aimed against “exploitative” ticketing scalping for concerts – an issue which is not exclusive to the US. -
Markets Wall Street swings as Trump's 'Liberation Day' weighs on investors President Donald Trump’s fast-approaching “Liberation Day” sent stock markets swinging sharply worldwide on Monday. -
No Comment Hopes fading for more survivors in Myanmar's devastating earthquake Rescue operations in Myanmar continue after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed over 2,000, injuring thousands, with infrastructure damage and power shortages complicating relief operations. -
Destinations Discover Türkiye’s best lakes: where nature meets adventure Some of the most remarkable lakes in the world lie across Türkiye's beautiful and diverse landscapes, offering natural beauty, cultural heritage, and outdoor adventure. -
Art Tate Britain to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish collector’s heirs Looted by the Nazis during World War II and lost for decades, a 17th-century masterpiece is finally returning to its rightful heirs. -
Myanmar Woman rescued from rubble in Myanmar as hope for earthquake survivors fades Emergency workers are warning of acute hunger and disease outbreaks as the confirmed death toll keeps on rising. -
Europe News Von der Leyen vows to use all cards to 'push back' against Trump's reciprocal tariffs Brussels has a "strong plan to retaliate" against Trump's reciprocal tariffs, Ursula von der Leyen has said while calling for a "negotiated solution". -
Health news An experimental brain-computer implant is helping a stroke survivor speak again Scientists trained an AI model that translates brain activity into sound to help a stroke survivor regain speech. -
Space Bitcoin investor buys SpaceX launch for first rocket flight over North and South Poles A Bitcoin investor, who bought a SpaceX flight for himself and three polar explorers, blasted off Monday night. -
Economy BOJ survey says big manufacturers are gloomier as Trump tariffs loom Japan is home to major auto and electronics firms, whose exports to the US are a major driver for the Japanese economy. -
Economy Japan's prime minister says he will push for US auto tariffs exemption The tariffs proposed by the Trump administration would be a blow to major Japanese carmakers like Honda and Toyota. -
Uzbekistan Q&A: We have a historic chance to make our region prosperous, Uzbekistan president tells Euronews The upcoming summit in Samarkand will be truly historic as it will bring together for the first time the leaders of the five Central Asian countries and the EU in one place, Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev said in a Euronews exclusive. -
No Comment Israeli airstrike hits Beirut suburb, killing at least three Israel's early Tuesday airstrike, launched without warning, followed its first attack on Beirut since November’s ceasefire, escalating tensions with Hezbollah after recent hostilities. -
Cinema Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Joseph Quinn and Harris Dickinson to star in four biopics of The Beatles Directed by Sam Mendes, all four Beatles biopics, focusing on each member of the band, will be released in cinemas in April 2028. -
Markets Novo Nordisk shares post the biggest monthly decline since 2002 Novo Nordisk’s stocks experienced the sharpest monthly decline since July 2002 due to growing competition and several disappointing trial results. However, analysts remain optimistic about the shares, forecasting a potential price upside of up to 60% over the next 12 months. -
Art Dutch museum showcases 60 contemporary takes on Vermeer’s 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' After receiving over 2,700 submissions for new takes on Vermeer’s 'Girl with a Pearl Earring', the Mauritshuis museum is showcasing 60 selected artworks in a 3D-printed frame replica of the original. -
Markets European stock markets record first monthly drop as US tariffs loom US President Donald Trump is set to unveil reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, with ongoing uncertainties surrounding his policies weighing on market sentiment. European stock markets posted their first negative monthly performance of 2025 in March, reflecting the potential economic impact ahead. -
Europe News Is Marine Le Pen politically dead or poised to become a martyr? | Radio Schuman On Monday, a French court found National Rally leader Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzling EU funds and barred her from contending any election for five years, including France’s next presidential election in 2027. -
Culture news April Fools' Day: What are its origins and how do Europeans celebrate? April Fools' Day: Why do we collectively try to mess with others on 1 April, and how do different countries celebrate this festival of foolishness? -
EuroVerify No, the UK isn't forcing school pupils to study Islam In reality, there's a legal expectation that school curriculums should reflect that traditions in England are "in the main Christian". -
Earth News Finland ‘ahead of schedule’ on coal phase out as Helsinki’s Salmisaari plant closes Wind power in Finland has more than doubled since 2020 to supply a quarter of the country’s energy. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 1st – 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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Taiwan Chinese military launches large-scale military drills around Taiwan Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence said it had tracked 19 Chinese navy vessels in the waters surrounding the island in a 24-hour period from 6am Monday until 6am Tuesday. -
Europe News Severe storms cause flooding and destruction on Greek islands of Mykonos and Paros Forecasters warned that further severe weather was on the way, with heavy rain to hit the Aegean islands, particularly the Cyclades, where a red warning was imposed until early Tuesday. -
Gaza Thousands flee Gaza's Rafah after Israel issues new evacuation orders UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini said 140,000 people are impacted by the Israeli military's latest displacement orders, which indicate it could soon launch another major ground operation in Gaza's southernmost city.