2026-03-04

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India: Holi brings colour and crowds nationwide

India celebrated Holi this week, as millions gathered to mark the Hindu spring festival of colours.

04/03/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 4th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

04/03/2026

Culture news

Mysterious men-only Mithras cult site found by German archaeologists

German archaeologists have discovered new insights into Bavaria's Roman past from an ancient buried temple where Roman legionaries once worshipped the sun god Mithras.

04/03/2026

Business

Musk faces court over claims he tanked Twitter stock before buyout

The billionaire faces a shareholder lawsuit alleging he deliberately spread false information about fake accounts to drive down Twitter's stock price ahead of his takeover of the social media platform.

04/03/2026

World News

'No to war': Sánchez reaffirms Spain's stance on Trump's Iran campaign

The Spanish prime minister has hit back at Donald Trump's announcement that he will block trade with Spain due to Madrid's reluctance to take part in the US offensive against Iran and allow the US use of the Rota and Morón bases.

04/03/2026

Libya

Russian LNG tanker catches fire and sinks off the coast of Libya

Libyan authorities said on Wednesday that the "Arctic Metagaz" tanker had sunk in the Mediterranean Sea between their coast and nearby Malta.

04/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE brigadier shows Euronews intercepted Iranian missiles

UAE Defence Ministry spokesman Brigadier Abdul Nasser Al Humaidi tells Euronews air defences destroyed hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones in recent days, while showing debris of intercepted weapons during a government briefing in Abu Dhabi.

04/03/2026

Earth News

Trump Tracker: How the POTUS is gutting climate progress in 2026

Euronews Green is holding the world's most powerful man to account, by documenting all the ways he's sabotaging climate progress this year.

04/03/2026

Markets

South Korean stocks suffer worst day on record amid Iran war shocks

Asian markets suffered heavy losses on Wednesday, with South Korea’s main index (Kospi) plunging more than 12%, recording its worst single-day decline in history as the widening conflict in Iran continues to disrupt global markets.

04/03/2026

Europe in Motion

Gender equality is improving in the EU, but the pension gap persists

There's a gap between men's and women's pensions across the EU, both in the average and median amounts received.

04/03/2026

Europe Today

Middle East war shows 'Europe must reinforce its autonomy': Calviño

European Investment Bank chief Calviño tells Euronews a world in disarray means Europe 'must enforce its strategic autonomy' faster. Europeans worry new energy shock stemming from the war in Iran could rattle industry again.

04/03/2026

Iran

Virgin Atlantic resumes scheduled Dubai to London route

Emirates, Etihad Airways and flydubai are continuing to operate a limited schedule, while Qatar Airways has extended its flight suspension until 6 March.

04/03/2026

Culture news

Berlinale crisis: Festival bosses rally to defend Berlinale director

“Supporting freedom of expression has never been more important.” Film festival bosses from Cannes, Locarno, London, San Sebastian, Tokyo and Toronto have signed a letter to support Berlinale boss Tricia Tuttle, amid fears that she may be fired over filmmakers expressing their support for Palestine.

04/03/2026

Europe Today

Watch the video: Iran war and your wallet — have you checked the bill?

At Euronews, we usually report big politics, but this time your reporter wants to ask a different question: how will the Middle East conflict affect your wallet?

04/03/2026

Earth News

A climate ‘catch-22’: Can EV batteries cope with extreme heat?

Warmer temperatures accelerate the degradation of batteries in EVs, posing a “make-or-break” for people considering making the switch.

04/03/2026

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Spain: From AI assistants to humanoid robots, 5G dominates MWC Barcelona

Spain’s MWC in Barcelona showcases real-world AI and 5G, from humanoid robots to connected ambulances.

04/03/2026

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Lebanon counts dead and wounded as Israeli airstrikes batter Beirut

Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut and southern Lebanon on 3 March 2026 as the conflict with Hezbollah and Iran widened, leaving dozens dead, many injured, and shelters overwhelmed.

04/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

Video shows fire near US consulate in Dubai after drone attack

Smoke and flames were seen near the US consulate in Dubai on March 3 after a drone attack in the area. Local authorities said the fire was brought under control. Police set up a security perimeter as residents reported hearing a loud explosion.

04/03/2026

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Israeli strike hits Beirut hotel as Israel-Hezbollah clashes escalate

Israeli strikes hit a Beirut hotel and areas southeast of the city, killing several people as Israel and Hezbollah traded fire amid a widening regional conflict.

04/03/2026

Destinations

Kyrgyzstan: The next frontier for adventure and nature tourism

With more than 90% of the country covered by mountain ranges, Kyrgyzstan offers visitors an impressive natural spectacle.

04/03/2026

Health news

Weight loss drugs can help heart attack recovery, study

Weight-loss medication improves blood flow and can reduce the chance of complications, a new study has found.

04/03/2026

Space

This is what an 8.5 million year old 'jellyfish gallery' looks like

Seen as it was 8.5 billion years ago, the galaxy shows that the early universe was harsher than scientists previously thought.

04/03/2026

EU.XL

Why Europe needs a payment system beyond Mastercard and Visa

Europe spends trillions of euros every year on card payments, yet almost none of them run through a European system. Now the EU wants to change that, but can it? Watch the video.

04/03/2026

Europe Today

Iran war death toll nears 1,000 as Trump threatens Spain over stance

Watch Europe Today as we bring you the latest developments and reactions to day five of the Iran war. Live from 8 am Brussels time.

04/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE urges US, Israel and Iran to return to the negotiating table

In a press conference, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy condemned what she called "blatant Iranian attacks" on her country and other Gulf states.

04/03/2026

Iran

Iranian regime 'are toast,' US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says

Explosions sounded in Tehran on Wednesday with the war now in its fifth day as Iran continues to cause anger in Gulf states with repeated strikes targeting US military assets.

04/03/2026

Art

Jubilee joshin: drMáriás political portraits unite in landmark show

Complex and provocative, Hungarian artist drMáriás is turning more than heads with his jubilee show in Budapest. Figures from world history and modern day politics are frequent targets for his satirical portrait brush.

04/03/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 4th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

04/03/2026

Earth News

‘Toxic’: Europe’s most polluting ferry port revealed - see full list

Ferries in certain European cities are responsible for more toxic air pollution than all the cars in those cities, a new study warns.

04/03/2026

World News

‘We can’t afford it’: EU workers leave Germany despite labour shortage

Despite high immigration, Germany struggles to retain many EU migrants beyond their first few years in the country, even as they play a key role in the labour market. A new study examines why many ultimately choose to move on.

04/03/2026