2026-02-13

Europe Today

Two-speed Europe could be 'pathway to unity,' Metsola tells Euronews

In an interview with Euronews' morning show Europe Today, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said her institution is not opposed to closer EU integration as Mario Draghi called for a 'pragmatic' federation.

13/02/2026

Netherlands

Dutch initiative helps women newcomers to Rotterdam mix by cooking

At the Mixblik food factory, women from around the world combine their passion for cooking with lessons in sales, administration, food industry standards and the Dutch language.

13/02/2026

Space

Kazakhstan and China launched joint satellite into orbit

Kazakhstan is emerging as a regional hub for space, sharing technology, expertise, and talent, launching the Di’er-5 nanosatellite with China, and preparing to launch the Soyuz-5/Sunkar rocket.

13/02/2026

Tech News

Portugal approves social media restrictions for kids under 16

Portugal is the latest European country to approve social media bans for children.

13/02/2026

Business

Goldman Sachs' top lawyer to resign over close Epstein ties

Kathy Ruemmler will resign this summer as email releases show her close ties to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, whom she named “Uncle Jeffrey”.

13/02/2026

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Japan: Akiba Festival draws crowds despite winter cold

Japan’s Akiba Festival in Niyodogawa features samurai parades and fire rituals, preserving a 200-year-old prayer for protection from disasters.

13/02/2026

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Snow and ice sculptures draw visitors to winter festival in Japan

Visitors gathered in Sapporo as the annual snow festival concluded after eight days of large-scale snow and ice sculptures across the city.

13/02/2026

Europe Today

Newsletter: Summer deadline for EU economic relaunch

Also in this newsletter: our correspondent Shona Murray reports from Kyiv as continued bombardment of energy sites leaves civilians needing urgent aid; and why the top adviser of the European Court of Justice has taken issue with an EU payment to Hungary.

13/02/2026

Brussels, My Love?

From Brazil to Brussels: What's the beef with the Mercosur trade deal?

What are the pros and cons of the EU-Mercosur trade deal? Which EU leader would you choose for a Valentines dinner date? The questions we answer on this episode of "Brussels, my love?' the podcast.

13/02/2026

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Vienna Opera Ball dazzles 5,500 guests at Austria’s grand gala

Austria’s Vienna Opera Ball returned to the Vienna State Opera in glittering style, bringing together politics, business and culture as around 5,500 guests gathered in Vienna for one of Austria’s most prestigious charity evenings.

13/02/2026

Food and Drink

How low can you go: alcohol-free wines boost sales at Wine Paris show

With slogans like "No Alcohol, No Regrets", the message from the Wine Paris trade show in Paris is crystal clear, alcohol-free wine is moving up from being a back shelf, niche curiosity to a mainstream choice.

13/02/2026

Moments

Young travellers cite high costs as a major barrier to visiting Europe

Rising costs, shifting priorities and a cautious outlook for long-haul travel are reshaping who visits Europe in 2026.

13/02/2026

Europe Today

Europe Today: Roberta Metsola, Glenn Micallef and Hadja Lahbib join us

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.

13/02/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | February 13th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

13/02/2026

Nature

Frog ‘love songs’ are getting sexier as the climate heats up - study

Rising temperatures are having a direct impact on male frogs’ mating calls, and females are taking note.

13/02/2026

Economy

Top personal income tax rates in Europe: Who pays the most in 2026?

In most European countries, people who earn more generally pay higher taxes. But top personal income tax rates for those in the highest brackets vary widely, with a clear divide between Northwestern and Eastern Europe.

13/02/2026

Tech News

Is Europe’s digital backbone ready for the AI supercycle?

More than 1,000 executives at European firms show deep concern about Europe’s AI infrastructure. The need for reliable and affordable energy as well as secure and stable connectivity, is seen as key.

13/02/2026

USA

Trump scraps key EPA climate finding, dismantling US emissions rules

Donald Trump’s EPA scraps the landmark 2009 climate "endangerment finding", gutting US greenhouse gas rules and triggering fierce legal and political backlash.

13/02/2026

Travel News

Top 10 perfect places to visit on Valentine's Day in Europe

From intimate alleyways to monumental bridges, Europe offers endless ways to celebrate love.

13/02/2026