23 February 2026 | Euronews
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USA Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to killing parents Rob, Michelle Reiner in Los Angeles courtroom Nick Reiner has entered a not guilty plea to two counts of first-degree murder on Monday. The 32-year-old is accused of stabbing his parents, Hollywood actor and director Rob Reiner and photographer Michelle Singer Reiner, to death in their Los Angeles home on 14 December. -
No Comment Georgia village revives Berikaoba, an ancient pagan spring festival Each spring, Georgia’s village of Didi Chailuri revives Berikaoba, a pagan rite with masked berikas, music and wrestling, hoping for fertility and good harvest. -
United Kingdom Former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson released on bail after arrest in Epstein probe Peter Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew, are suspected of improperly passing UK government information to Jeffrey Epstein while in public office. -
Sport UEFA suspends Benfica's Prestianni for one match over alleged racist abuse towards Vinícius Júnior UEFA has provisionally banned Benfica forward Gianluca Prestianni after allegations he racially abused Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior in last week’s Champions League clash. Benfica heads into the second leg on Wednesday trailing a goal and without manager José Mourinho, who is serving a suspension. -
EU.XL ‘One Europe, One Market’: The Commission’s last attempt to boost competitiveness Europe is gearing up to close its competitiveness gap with the Commission’s new ‘One Europe, One Market’ roadmap. The aim is to achieve a fully integrated single market by the end of 2027. -
Europe News Exclusive: European Parliament rejects minute of silence for killed French far-right activist The death of Quentin Deranque has provoked intense political reactions in France and abroad, only weeks before local elections in which both the far left and the far right are expected to make substantial gains. -
Europe News EU accuses Hungary of disloyalty for vetoing €90 billion loan to Ukraine Hungary's decision to veto the €90 billion loan for Ukraine has received strong rebukes from other EU countries, which see it as an act of disloyalty. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 23rd, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Slovakia Slovakia halts emergency power supply to Ukraine as oil transit row deepens Bratislava halted emergency power to Ukraine on Monday after Kyiv did not restore Druzhba oil transit as requested by Slovakia and Hungary, with Premier Robert Fico warning of further measures on EU support to Kyiv. -
Health news Seeing influencers drink makes young adults want to drink too, study finds The content young people see on social media influences their behaviour towards alcohol, according to a new study. -
The Cube How deepfake scams are reaching record levels by targeting social media users As deepfakes become increasingly sophisticated, the sheer amount of money being lost to online scams piled up in 2025. -
Business The ‘abandoned’ NYC skyscrapers where the ultra-rich park their money Billionaires’ Row, a cluster of luxury residential skyscrapers near the southern end of Central Park in New York City, is seemingly abandoned, according to estimates from established real estate firms. -
12 minutes with Swedish foreign minister 'frustrated' by Hungary's 'illogical' blocking of Ukraine loan Sweden's foreign minister told Euronews that the EU must find a way to push through its €90 billion loan for Ukraine and put more pressure on Hungary. -
Europe News MEPs freeze US trade deal after Trump erupts over Supreme Court ruling European Parliament negotiators on Monday suspended the EU-US trade pact, as threats from Washington and a US Supreme Court ruling cast doubt over the validity of the 2025 agreement. -
Europe News Climate action is the world’s cheapest insurance policy, new study says Climate policy is not discretionary spending but collective risk pooling, according to a Vienna University study, who argue that as natural disasters proliferate, it acts as a public insurance system that protects economies and societies. -
Health news What is the ‘paracetamol challenge’ that is worrying health experts? Health bodies across Europe are warning about the so-called “paracetamol challenge,” which encourages adolescents to ingest dangerous amounts of the medicine. -
Business Lamborghini CEO says EV plans on hold due to weak luxury demand CEO says customers have yet to form an “emotional connection” with EVs, pushing the brand towards a focus on hybrid power instead. -
Sci-Tech How Japan is revolutionising healthcare with personalised genetic data and targeted exosome therapy As Japan faces the challenges of a rapidly ageing population, homegrown biotech pioneers are redefining the boundaries of preventative medicine and precision oncology. -
Earth News Baltic Sea ‘struggling with recovery’ and it's not just because of climate change The Baltic Sea is showing no sign of quality improvement, despite decades of conservation efforts. -
Travel News Iconic Paris observation deck set to close for renovations next month Tour Montparnasse, which is the tallest skyscraper within Paris city limits, will close until at least 2030. -
France French probe reveals Russian security agents on seized shadow tanker Two Russian nationals working for a private security company were confirmed to have been onboard a tanker seized by France in September, sources told French media. The vessel was suspected to be part of the Kremlin’s shadow fleet, carrying Russian oil and gas to evade Western sanctions. -
Sport Milano-Cortina Games end: How Europe saw Italy’s Winter Olympics As the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympic Games wrapped up, many European countries returned home with medals. Euronews bureaus across Europe report on how the Games were received in their respective countries. -
Destinations Marmaris, Krakow, Albufeira: These are Europe’s best budget city breaks for Easter 2026 For just over a third of what it would cost to hop over to Paris for Easter, travellers can enjoy a coastal break in Marmaris. -
Europe News 'Why do you hate Ukraine?' Hungarian minister clashes with Ukrainian journalists in Brussels Hungarian foreign minister Péter Szijjártó doubled down on his veto on Ukraine aid over an energy dispute in Brussels. Szijjártó clashed with Ukrainian journalists in Brussels after Budapest accused Kyiv of blackmail over the Druzhba oil pipeline. 'Why do you hate Ukraine?' -
Europe News EU trade chief to meet G7 counterparts as pressure mounts over US tariff threats High-stakes meetings are set for Monday afternoon after a US Supreme Court ruling and fresh tariff threats from Washington threw transatlantic trade relationships into renewed uncertainty. -
Sport EU tops combined medal standings at Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics When tallied, the results of all EU member states placed the 27-member European bloc at the top of the overall medal standings at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. -
Cinema 'Toy Story 5' trailer goes viral over Woody’s bald spot The new 'Toy Story 5' trailer is going viral, with fans commenting on one detail: Woody balding... -
Economy Lagarde in hot water over ‘additional’ BIS salary despite ECB limits on extra pay The ECB President is facing backlash after disclosing she earns over €140,000 a year as a board member for the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). ECB policy bans regular staff from accepting third-party payments. -
Tech News The US Peace Corps launches new Tech Corps to bring AI expertise abroad. Here’s what to know The Peace Corps is launching an AI division, which will send US tech experts to the developing world -
No Comment Visitors take in snowy NYC ahead of traffic closure A major blizzard sweeps the US Northeast, closing schools, cancelling flights and shutting nonessential traffic in New York as millions shelter indoors. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 23rd, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Netherlands New Dutch minority government sworn in under centrist Prime Minister Rob Jetten The minority coalition government was formed after 117 days, facing an uphill task as it will need to secure opposition support to pass legislation. -
Europe News EU's 'Made in Europe' proposal suffers another delay The French-led European Commission’s push to embed a so-called European preference in public procurement is attracting heavy lobbying from opposed EU capitals and foreign partners, like the United States and the United Kingdom. -
France After Swiss Alps deadly bar fire, France’s nightlife comes under scrutiny Since the deadly fire in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, French authorities have stepped up inspections of bars and nightlife venues. Euronews spoke to venue managers to see how they are adapting. -
EU.XL One Europe, one market: Can the EU turn 27 economies into one powerhouse? European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the “One Europe, One Market” strategy, a plan to fully integrate the EU’s single market by 2027 to help the bloc catch up with the United States and China. -
Mexico How Mexican forces killed El Mencho, the country's most powerful cartel leader Mexican forces killed cartel boss Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes aka El Mencho on Sunday, sparking violent reprisals across multiple states and raising fears of further chaos. How was he killed, and what's next for the Jalisco New Generation cartel? -
Europe News Double Hungarian veto thwarts loan for Ukraine and new sanctions on Russia "We should not tie together things that are not connected to each other at all," High Representative Kaja Kallas said on Monday amid a new crisis caused by back-to-back Hungarian vetoes. -
Culture news Sex Pistols announce 'Anarchy in the UK' tour to celebrate 50 years of punk Punk royalty Sex Pistols have announced a UK and Ireland tour in December, as 2026 marks five decades since the release of their seminal track ‘Anarchy in the UK’. -
Europe Today Change EU rules to stop Hungary's abuse of veto, Lithuanian foreign minister says With Budapest having blocked a €90 billion lifeline loan for Ukraine and a twentieth sanctions package against Russia, Kęstutis Budrys says action needs to be taken to stop Hungary abusing its veto to block key EU policies. -
Europe in Motion Europe's 'loud killer': Which countries suffer most from noise pollution? Long-term high noise exposure is linked to cardiovascular, metabolic and mental health issues. A new report reveals Europe's loudest and quietest corners. -
Europe Today Watch the video: Trump vs US Supreme Court — the homeland tariff war After the US Supreme Court ruled last week that Trump's tariffs were unconstitutional, the US president simply doubled down and announced a new 15% import tax. What actually happened, and how will it affect you? -
Europe Today Delays to Russia sanctions 'failure for Europe,' Swedish foreign minister tells Euronews The Swedish foreign minister told Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today that any delays to EU sanctions or support to Ukraine weaken pressure on Moscow at a critical moment in Russia's war on the eve of its four-year anniversary. -
No Comment Verona protesters say Italy’s winter Olympics waste public money Activists in Verona marched on Sunday before the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics closing ceremony, questioning billions spent on venues and doubting claims of renewable power and long-term benefits. -
Climate ‘Everyone should buckle up’: Scientists change El Nino labelling to keep up with temperature spike Scientists have had to update how they label El Nino and La Nina because of rapid weather changes caused by global warming. -
EU.XL Is Europe too dependent on foreign payment systems? What if global allies, like the United States, suddenly stopped offering their payment services in Europe? Take our poll. -
No Comment Deadly Russian strikes pound Kyiv suburb and energy sites across Ukraine Russia launched massive overnight strikes on Ukraine Saturday, hitting a Kyiv suburb, killing one and injuring at least a dozen including children as Zelenskyy condemned Moscow’s attacks. -
Art Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrest photo put on display in the Louvre by activists The 'Everyone Hates Elon' campaign group hung Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's now-infamous arrest photo in the Louvre, following his arrest on suspicion of gross misconduct in public office. -
Earth News EU slammed as study reveals climate-harming beef and lamb get 580 times more subsidies than legumes The EU is being urged to introduce a Plant-Based Action Plan to promote sustainable diets and help farmers transition away from meat and dairy. -
No Comment Ukraine probes deadly Lviv blasts that killed police officer Ukraine probes twin blasts in Lviv that killed a young policewoman and injured dozens, as Zelenskyy reports arrests and Russia is suspected. -
Cinema BAFTA 2026: 'One Battle After Another' takes six awards, 'Sinners' and 'Frankenstein' win three each The big BAFTA favourite 'One Battle After Another' took six prizes including Best Picture and Best Director while the period vampire epic 'Sinners' and gothic horror 'Frankenstein' both won three awards. -
Culture news Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week A groundbreaking Tracey Emin exhibit, Van Gogh through the lens of yellow, and the return of cinema's favourite masked maniac. Here's what to look out for this week. -
EU.XL How does the EU plan to step up competitiveness? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot Ursula von der Leyen has introduced the competitiveness roadmap “One Europe, One Market,” which aims to complete the single market by 2027. Wondering what Europe’s action plan is? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot. -
Europe Today Europe Today: EU foreign ministers meet as Hungary blocks Ukraine loan 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. -
Economy Europe’s wealth divide mapped: Where are adults richest and poorest? Average and median wealth per adult varies widely across Europe. See how your country ranks. -
Healthcare Digital health across Europe: Which country leads access to electronic health records and literacy? Most European countries have made progress in access to electronic health records. Despite this progress, there is still room for improvement. Low levels of digital health literacy in some countries remain another key challenge. -
Residences This Red Sea hotel was named the best new opening in the world by Forbes After a reader vote, The Red Sea EDITION on Saudi Arabia’s Shura Island beat out competitors including the Orient Express La Minerva and Waldorf Astoria New York. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | February 23rd, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News Age checks in the app store: Can they keep children off social media? Children can bypass age checks through factory resets, using alternative app stores or accessing social media sites on desktop computers. -
Mexico Death of cartel boss El Mencho triggers violence across Mexico Violence erupted across Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed in Jalisco, with roadblocks, flight cancellations and at least 14 people dead. -
Culture news Sacred bones: Thousands of pilgrims flock to see historic remains of St Francis of Assisi To mark the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis of Assisi, Christian faithful will for the first time be able to pray before his remains in the lower church of the Basilica dedicated to the saint. -
Sport Norway tops the medals count as Milan-Cortina Olympics close in Verona Arena The next Winter Games will be held in France, which received the Olympic flag in the official handover in the closing ceremony. -
Iran Oman confirms new round of US-Iran nuclear talks will be held on Thursday in Geneva US President Donald Trump warned on Friday that limited strikes against Iran are possible, and both Iran and the US have signalled they are prepared for war if the talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme fail.