9 February 2026 | Euronews
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No Comment Swimmers float at Argentine Lake for world record attempt Hundreds of people gathered at Mar Chiquita Lake to attempt a new Guinness World Record for the largest group floating simultaneously, aiming to surpass the previous mark set at Lake Epecuén in 2017. -
Europe News Von der Leyen pitches two-speed Europe ahead of Draghi crunch summit Commission President says bloc should consider cooperation among smaller groups of countries if unanimity is not possible to push through economic agenda. Draghi called for 'pragmatic federalism' ahead of crunch summit. -
Denmark Danish product-scanning apps gain traction amid renewed calls to boycott US goods Mobile apps, designed to help shoppers identify and boycott American goods, have seen a surge in use in Denmark. It comes after US President Donald Trump’s repeated desires to acquire Greenland. Watch the video above for more. -
Ukraine Ukraine to open battlefield-tested arms export centres across Europe, Zelenskyy says The much-anticipated decision is set to transform Ukraine’s defence industry and allow Kyiv’s partners to access the rarest type of weapons – those tested on the actual battlefield, the Ukrainian president said on Monday. -
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France Former French culture minister quits Arab World Institute over Epstein ties France has become another European country to be shaken by the Epstein affair as ex-minister Jack Lang resigns and is set to face a tax fraud probe over alleged financial ties to the late disgraced financier. -
Earth News Black carbon needs to be regulated to save the Arctic - but geopolitical tensions overshadow it “It ends up in a never-ending cycle of increased warming,” says Sian Prior, lead adviser for the Clean Arctic Alliance. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 9th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 9th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Hungarian election campaign enters hot phase with Ukraine, the EU and Trump in focus With two months until Hungary's April election, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has intensified his anti-Ukraine rhetoric, while leading challenger Péter Magyar promises to curb corruption and tax relief for low earners. -
Lithuania Lithuania wargames security incident on Russian Kaliningrad transit train Lithuania staged a drill on Monday involving a Russian train incident in Kaliningrad as tensions rise, while Polish K2 tank exercises boosted NATO’s eastern flank. -
Europe Today Tehran 'will continue to massacre people' if not stopped, Iranian chess grandmaster tells Euronews In an interview for Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today, Iranian chess grandmaster Mitra Hejazipour urged international action over Iran’s deadly protest crackdown, backed Reza Pahlavi and warned US-Iran talks are a dead end. -
Tech News Is Elon Musk's SpaceX launching a Starlink smartphone? Reports suggest that Musk's company is exploring a Starlink-branded device that could connect directly to its satellites. -
Travel News Spain rail strike ends after government reaches deal with unions The three-day national strike over safety concerns was set to last until Wednesday but has now been called off. -
Europe News Proposed EU long-term agriculture budget has monitoring flaws, Court of Auditors warns The European Court of Auditors said on Monday that the upcoming long-term EU agriculture budget raises concerns about the traceability of funds. -
Belgium 'What the hell is this mess': Belgium's De Wever bemoans Brussels crisis as deadlock hits 600 days Belgium’s PM has warned that Brussels’ 600-day coalition deadlock is hurting the country’s image and finances, as hopes rise for breakthrough talks. -
Economy French central bank governor quits and leaves Macron to pick successor François Villeroy de Galhau has unexpectedly announced his early resignation as Governor of the Bank of France. Analysts view the timing as a calculated effort to safeguard the institution's future leadership. -
Europe News Why the EU wants to end the price cap on Russian oil and move to the next stage The 20th package of EU sanctions against Moscow foresees a blanket ban on maritime services. If approved, it would discard the price cap on Russian oil that Western allies have applied since 2022. -
Iran Iran offers to dilute enriched uranium in exchange for full sanctions relief Iran says it could dilute its 60% uranium stockpile if "all sanctions" end, amid renewed Oman talks and uncertainty over missing nuclear material. -
Spain Spanish police bust marble cocaine smuggling ring from Brazil Spanish and Brazilian police bust a gang smuggling cocaine hidden in marble shipments, seizing 1.5 tonnes of drugs and arresting three suspects. -
Art Memory, motherhood and massive spiders: Louise Bourgeois exhibition arrives in Trondheim Centred around a series of gouaches that Bourgeois made in the final years of her life, PoMo's latest exhibition explores an artistic career haunted by the long-legged silhouettes of the past. -
Europe in Motion Which EU countries could reverse their nuclear energy phaseouts? Governments in Belgium and Italy are trying to lay out plans for a nuclear comeback, while calls to reverse Spain's phaseout remain stark. -
Earth News ‘Sacrifice zones’ or clean energy future? EU court weighs Portugal’s lithium mine The case raises the stakes after EU officials refused to strip the Barroso mine of its ‘strategic’ status in November. -
Health news Sex in space: Human reproduction beyond Earth policy must be urgently addressed, experts say A new international study warns that reproductive health in space is no longer a theoretical concern and that questions about fertility and pregnancy should be pressing concerns. -
Europe News France launches Orion 26, its biggest military drill since the Cold War Orion 26 mobilises 12,500 troops, 25 ships and 140 aircraft as France and 24 allies rehearse high‑intensity warfare in Europe amid growing Russian threats. -
Ukraine Russian drone and missile strikes kill at least five across Ukraine At least five people died as Russian drones hit homes in Kharkiv, Odesa and the Donetsk region, with more casualties and damage reported across Ukraine overnight. -
Culture news 'The cradle of civilisation': Europe leads inaugural celebrations for World Greek Language Day Monday 9 February marks the inaugural celebration of World Greek Language Day and tributes have been paid from across Europe in recognition of Greece's historical impact on life, literature and thought in Western society. -
Markets Asian markets rise after Takaichi election win, while US futures trend lower Asian markets rose after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured a two-thirds supermajority in a historic landslide victory in Japanese elections, boosting fiscal stimulus prospects. -
Europe News Israeli policy in West Bank 'close to ethnic cleansing', says Ehud Olmert The former Israeli premier decried his country's actions and policy in the West Bank just as the Israeli government announced radical plans to exert control of even more Palestinian territory. -
No Comment Fans with fireworks celebrate Super Bowl in Seattle streets Joyous fans packed the streets of Seattle on Sunday night, after the Seahawks won the Super Bowl. Some launched fireworks near the Seahawks' home stadium, Lumen Field. -
Sport At Milano-Cortina Olympics, curling turns into true family affair on ice Married couples and siblings turn emotion into an edge in Milano-Cortina’s mixed doubles curling, balancing heated on-ice clashes with family life and rituals. -
Travel News Olympic tourists in Cortina can explore the Dolomites with the new 'Uber Snowmobile' service The service is available for one month during the Winter Olympics. -
Culture news From ancient vases to iconic shoes: 3,000 years of Olympic history go on display in Milan Ancient Greek vases, Etruscan artefacts and Roman relics sit alongside Michael Johnson’s golden shoes and Usain Bolt’s racing kit in a new exhibition in Milan. -
Business FedEx-backed investors strike deal to buy Polish parcel locker firm InPost Consortium agrees to all-cash offer for Polish-founded InPost, betting on the rise of self-service delivery across the continent. -
Venezuela Machado's close ally 'kidnapped' hours after Venezuelan prison release Juan Pablo Guanipa was abducted in Caracas less than a day after being freed with other Venezuelan political prisoners, sparking demands for proof of life. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 9th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 9th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News Meta faces trial over child sexual exploitation claims as wave of lawsuits targets Big Tech Built on undercover accounts posing as children, the case is the first stand-alone state trial in a widening legal fight over social media’s impact on minors. -
No Comment Morocco floods: 150,000 now displaced as waters keep rising Severe floods in northern Morocco force over 150,000 to flee, with four dead and one missing as evacuees shelter in tents near Kenitra. -
United Kingdom Starmer fights for survival as chief of staff quits over Mandelson scandal Morgan McSweeney quits as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff over the Peter Mandelson–Epstein scandal, leaving the British prime minister fighting for his political survival. -
The Cube Is the EU really censoring Americans, interfering in elections and targeting conservative content? A report by Republican lawmakers in the US has slammed the European Commission for allegedly posing as a 'foreign censorship threat', claiming it unfairly targets conservative and populist views and tries to manipulate elections in EU member states. The Cube takes a look at the allegations. -
No Comment Chad’s Saharan cultures festival brings together desert nations Chad hosts the sixth International Saharan Cultures Festival in Amdjarass, uniting artists from across the Sahara to celebrate shared heritage. -
Tech News Israeli startup builds zero-click spy tools for Western intelligence agencies Following the events of 7 October, the company Radiant was quick to provide IDF intelligence with technical tools that helped track the location of several Israeli hostages. -
Europe Today Newsletter: Kallas urges Europe to make Russia ‘negotiate’ rather than ‘pretend to negotiate' Also in this newsletter: Leaders gear up for talks on restoring Europe's waning competitiveness, and Socialist moderate wins landslide victory in Portugal's presidential run-off. -
Europe Today Kallas tells Euronews Moscow must be forced to make real concessions as Brussels mulls special envoy In an exclusive interview on Europe Today, the EU's chief diplomat says the Kremlin is not taking the Ukraine talks seriously as Brussels ponders appointing a special envoy to represent the 27 at the negotiating table. -
Iran Tehran targets top reformists, tightening grip as nuclear talks resume Tehran detains top reformists and tightens pressure on dissent while juggling nuclear talks with Washington and rising military threats from the US and Israel. -
Europe Today Watch the video: Europeans are getting richer — but would your wallet actually agree? "Real household income" is what you can actually swallow after taxes and inflation. In the north, high prices ate up the entire meal. In the east, wages grew fast enough to beat the bill. -
No Comment Ice road opens between Estonia's largest islands as ferries struggle with sea ice A temporary 17-kilometre ice road has opened between Saaremaa and Hiiumaa to provide an alternative route for residents as ferry services are disrupted by heavy sea ice. -
EU.XL How can the EU better regulate its rising gun industry? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot Demand for European weapons production and exports is high. EU gun laws vary across member states, and creating a single EU framework is hard. Can the EU break this fragmentation? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot. -
EU.XL Should the EU grow its gun industry, or regulate it more? The European Union does not have a strong gun ownership culture or much public debate about firearms, yet it has become one of the world’s top exporters of small arms and light weapons. -
Nature 'Nobody gives us any incentive': A family's solitary fight to save endangered plants in the Amazon Pucha and his family have spent years building a 'living laboratory' and a vital seed bank in the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle. -
Culture news Donald Trump slams Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show: “An affront to the Greatness of America” Bad Bunny made history on one of the world’s most coveted stages, while Donald Trump ranted about the artist’s message of unity being “an affront to the Greatness of America”. -
No Comment ‘Our coastline is completely dead’: Canary Islands residents protest against fish farm Several hundred people protest on one of the beaches of Telde, on the island of Gran Canaria, to denounce fish-farming activity close to the shoreline. -
Thailand Thailand's Conservative party led by PM Anutin Charnvirakul secures win in general election Anutin Charnvirakul's party has significantly increased its number of MPs but will only have a parliamentary majority with coalition partners. Analysts say there is a chance of stabilisation in Thai politics after the turbulence of recent years. -
Culture news Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week Wuthering Heights hits cinemas, Aardman Animations celebrate 50 years of stop-motion classics, and the Berlinale Film Festival begins. Here's what's in store this week. -
Sport Thank You, Paris! Day 2 Highlights from the Grand Slam 2026 The final day in Paris delivered top-level judo and unforgettable moments. Gold medals for Oino, Ozbas, Tajima, Bellandi, Arai, Dicko and Nakano thrilled the crowd, as Paris once again proved why it is the heart of world judo. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Exclusive interview with Kaja Kallas, EU foreign affairs chief Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day. -
Moments From instant noodle libraries to saunas: These airport lounges take pre-flight relaxation up a notch From saunas and gyms to Gen Z-inspired social spaces, these are the airports shaking up your pre-flight routine. -
Ecotech An ‘Uber on rails’: French company adapts vans to train tracks to revive abandoned networks There are approximately 5,700 kilometres of small railway lines in France that are not currently in use. -
Health news Think before you ink: Research suggests tattoos could cause cancer, but how concerned should we be? Tattoos are more popular than ever, but a growing body of research suggests a link between permanent ink and the development of certain types of cancer. How concerned should people be? -
Tech News From AI chatbots to shopping and streaming: Which mobile apps are the most downloaded in Europe? Europe’s app market in 2025 shows a clear gap between what people download and what makes the most money. While utility, shopping and AI apps lead installs, entertainment, subscription and dating apps generate the highest revenues. -
Economy Electricity and gas prices across Europe: The most expensive and cheapest cities in 2026 Electricity and gas prices vary significantly across Europe. When adjusted for PPS, country rankings show a heavier burden on households in Central and Eastern Europe. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 9th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 9th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
The Big Question Trains, trains and more trains: Can Eurostar’s €2bn investment keep competition at bay? ‘If we want to have more passengers, we need to have more trains’, Eurostar’s Chief Financial, Strategy and Transformation Officer discusses their plans for growth.