Business Trump cuts India tariffs as Modi 'agrees' to stop buying Russian oil Trump said that India would also start to reduce its import taxes on US goods to zero and buy $500 billion worth of American products. Trump has long had a warm relationship with Modi, only to find it complicated recently by Russia's war in Ukraine and trade disputes. 02/02/2026
World News France adopts budget after government survives no-confidence votes After several months of stalemate, the long-overdue State budget for 2026 has finally been adopted. 02/02/2026
Culture news Portuguese guitarist Nuno Bettencourt wins Grammy Award The Portuguese singer won the Grammy in the category of Best Rock Performance for his participation in 'Changes (Live from Villa Park)'. The show took place in Birmingham in 2025 at the final concert of legendary British heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne. 02/02/2026
Iran Iran : mocking over protest deaths on TV sparks outrage Tehran Prosecutor has brought charges against the director, the production team, and the host of Ofogh TV, a channel close to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. 02/02/2026
Economy From ‘Moscow gold’ to record reserves: Spain’s gold, then and now The Bank of Spain closed 2025 with gold and currency reserves valued at almost €94 billion, an all-time high driven by astronomical demand for the metal. 02/02/2026
Norway Kallas denies rift between NATO and EU EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warned that creating a separate EU army alongside NATO would be “extremely dangerous”, arguing it would blur chains of command in a crisis. 02/02/2026
Europe News Germany opposes direct talks with Putin due to 'maximalist demands' As Paris and Rome push for reopening diplomatic channels with Moscow, Berlin is taking the opposite position. 02/02/2026
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 2nd, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 2nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 02/02/2026
Europe News EU's climate goals at risk without China's raw materials, auditors say Despite the EU's ongoing efforts to diversify supply chains, Chinese materials are crucial for the bloc's climate transition. China accounts for 60% of global production of critical raw materials and 90% of refining capacity. 02/02/2026
Tech News Inside Moltbook, the a social network where AI bots hang out No humans allowed: Inside the AI social network where AI bots can hang out and post ‘submots’. 02/02/2026
Qatar Varoufakis: Capitalism has already ended and we don’t even know it Speaking to Euronews after his panel at Web Summit Qatar, the former Greek finance minister said the world could be heading toward another crisis like 2008, driven by the rise of stablecoins and powerful tech platforms. 02/02/2026
Italy Italy rushes security law after Turin clashes injure 100 officers Italy is fast-tracking a security decree following violent clashes in Turin that injured over 100 officers, including an attack on a policeman with a hammer, which Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said was "attempted murder". 02/02/2026
Earth News Finnish startup uses sand to slash industrial heat emissions by 90% Finland is leading the race to decarbonise industrial heat emissions, using sand to produce fossil-free steam. 02/02/2026
Tech News 30,000 at Web Summit Qatar for AI, quantum and creator economy In Doha, Web Summit Qatar is underway, with startups and global investors connecting and tackling the next wave of tech challenges. 02/02/2026
Cinema Why is Elon Musk taking aim at Christopher Nolan? Elon Musk is mad at the thought that Helen of Troy could be played by a Black actress, saying that Oscar winning director Christopher Nolan “has lost his integrity” over the casting of the peerless Lupita Nyong’o. 02/02/2026
No Comment Groundhog Day: Punxsutawney Phil predicts six more weeks of winter On Groundhog Day, Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter in Pennsylvania. The event attracts a large crowd with its roots in European farming customs. 02/02/2026
Europe Today Watch: Kyiv is freezing — would you survive in -20C without heating? Can you imagine starting your week in -20C? Here in Brussels, a power cut is an inconvenience. In Kyiv right now, it is a matter of survival. And severely cold weather has become a weapon just as powerful as any missile. 02/02/2026
Lifestyle Grammys 2026: Best looks from music's biggest award ceremony Hot to trot celebrities and stars shined, shimmied and shocked on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday night. There were some breathtaking outfits and gorgeous gowns as the music world gathered for the industry's biggest event. 02/02/2026
Tech News Indonesia allows Grok to resume operation under tight supervision Indonesia has let Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok back online after a deepfake scandal involving women and minors, but under strict supervision that officials say could quickly turn into another ban. 02/02/2026
Travel News Everything travellers need to know about the EU's Entry/Exit System Travellers can expect information campaigns and awareness-raising activities at border crossing points. 02/02/2026
No Comment Rome: Why tourists now pay €2 to get closer to the Trevi Fountain City authorities introduced a two-euro fee for closer access to the Trevi Fountain, aiming to manage crowds and finance local museums. Timed tickets will regulate entry. 02/02/2026
Smart Regions Czech Republic: Pioneering postnatal support project for families at psychosocial risk wins award In partnership with the European Commission Breastfeeding difficulties, depression, violence... A pioneering project in the Czech Republic offers psychosocial support for mothers. The first step is a simple questionnaire, which nurses give them a day or two after giving birth. 02/02/2026
Norway Norwegian crown princess' son detained ahead of rape trial Just days prior, newly released US documents revealed Høiby's mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, maintained extensive contact with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein between 2011 and 2014. 02/02/2026
Space What is NASA’s ‘wet dress rehearsal’ for Artemis II Moon mission If the test goes well, NASA could attempt as early as February 8. 02/02/2026
Tech News What Is Upscrolled? The social media platform rivalling TikTok Upscrolled wants to create a space where users can ‘freely express thoughts, share moments and connect with others’ outside of conventional Big Tech platforms. 02/02/2026
Economy Cheap Chinese exports flood Latin America, battering local industry China is flooding Latin America with low-priced exports as US tariffs bite, squeezing local industries and forcing governments to weigh protectionism against Beijing’s growing influence. 02/02/2026
Europe News Draghi: EU must become a 'genuine federation' to avoid decline The former Italian prime minister said the European Union risks subordination, division and deindustrialision all at once if it does not pull closer together. 02/02/2026
Culture news 'F*ck ICE': Artists stand up to Trump at politically-charged Grammys This year's Grammy Awards saw several artists stand up to Donald Trump and ICE. From host Trevor Noah to Olivia Dean, Billie Eilish and Bad Bunny - who targeted US immigration authorities in his acceptance speech - politics loomed large at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. 02/02/2026
EU.XL How can the EU keep its unicorns? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot Ursula von der Leyen introduced the EU’s “28th Regime”, which would set up a pan-European market to make it easier for startups to form and operate across borders. If you want to learn more about how the EU plans to build its own Silicon Valley, ask the Euronews AI chatbot. 02/02/2026
The Cube How AI character Amelia spread across Europe An AI character created for education has been transformed into a political meme spreading across Europe, largely associated with far-right and misleading narratives. 02/02/2026