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Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 23rd, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

23/03/2026

United Kingdom

UK police investigate Jewish charity ambulance arson as hate crime

British police said they were investigating a suspected arson attack as an antisemitic hate crime, after volunteer ambulances run by a Jewish organisation were set on fire.

23/03/2026

Travel News

Spanish court orders Airbnb to pay €64 million fine

Madrid’s High Court refuses to suspend a €64 million fine on Airbnb by Spain’s Consumer Ministry for illegal holiday rentals and misleading ads; the platform must pay while it appeals.

23/03/2026

Space

The best places in Spain to see the total eclipse of the Sun

The astronomical phenomenon is already having an impact on tourism in the areas within the band of totality.

23/03/2026

Culture news

‘Quit or I’ll murder you’: Harry Potter star receives death threats

British actor Paapa Essiedu has revealed he received racist death threats over his casting as Professor Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter series on HBO.

23/03/2026

France

Former French Prime Minister Lionel Jospin dies at 88

Jospin, who was head of government from 1997 to 2002 before losing to the far right in presidential polls, has died aged 88, his family said on Monday.

23/03/2026

Health news

Meningitis B cases in the UK drop as authorities expand vaccination

The number of confirmed cases in the Kent meningitis B outbreak has fallen to 29 following laboratory reclassification, according to United Kingdom health authorities.

23/03/2026

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New Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire cycles to city hall after election win

Emmanuel Grégoire heads to Paris City Hall on a rental bike after winning the mayoral election.

23/03/2026

Europe Today

Spain is spending €5bn to lower energy costs — will others follow?

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez just took drastic action, rolling out a €5bn energy emergency package featuring 80 different measures. What are they and will they help to cut the bills?

23/03/2026

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Two pilots killed after Air Canada plane collides with vehicle at New York's LaGuardia Airport

Two pilots killed after plane and ground vehicle collide at New York's LaGuardia Airport.

23/03/2026

Markets

Oil prices slide after Trump withdraws from Iran ultimatum

Oil prices dropped and stock markets started to climb after comments from US President Donald Trump raised hopes for a quick end to the Iran war.

23/03/2026

Iran

Trump says Iran 'means business' but Tehran denies peace talks

Trump didn't clarify who has been involved in the talks but Iran's parliament speaker and foreign minister denied any such negotiations have happened.

23/03/2026

Travel News

New York LaGuardia collision: Two pilots killed and flights grounded

An Air Canada regional jet struck a rescue and firefighting vehicle that was responding to a separate incident.

23/03/2026

Culture news

Buffy The Vampire Slayer cast pay tribute to Nicholas Brendon

Best known for playing Buffy’s sidekick Xander Harris on Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Nicholas Brendon died in his sleep from natural causes. He was 54. Over the weekend, his Buffy co-stars paid tribute to him. “Some people leave a mark without trying.”

23/03/2026

EU.XL

Home shortages and rising prices: can the EU solve the housing crisis?

The European Parliament adopted a wide-ranging report on March 10, warning that millions of European citizens face precarious housing. Take our poll, join the conversation!

23/03/2026

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Clashes erupt in Albania’s capital during opposition protest

Protesters launched fireworks and petrol bombs toward government buildings, prompting police to respond with tear gas and water cannons.

23/03/2026

Europe Today

Iran has always been 'lethal spoiler,' EU counter-terror chief says

EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Bartjan Wegter told Euronews' flagship show Europe Today that instability, conflict or violence always creates opportunity for violence, including for the Tehran regime.

23/03/2026

Europe Today

Newsletter: Hungary accused of briefing Moscow on sensitive EU talks

Also today: The results from a nail-biting parliamentary election in Slovenia and French muncipal runoffs considered a political litmus test a year before a pivotal presidential ballot.

23/03/2026

Economy

IEA: Global economy faces ‘major, major threat’ because of Iran war

War in the Middle East has 'severely' damaged more than 40 energy assets across nine countries, said the head of the International Energy Agency, as he warned of deepening risks to the global economy.

23/03/2026

Culture news

The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

A housekeeper battles a satanic cult in 'They Will Kill You', Swedish pop powerhouse Robyn sings about dating apps and IVF, and Liza Minelli spills all about affairs and addiction. Here's what to look out for this week.

23/03/2026

Europe News

Slovenia parliamentary elections: Preliminary results show tight race

Slovenia faces political uncertainty after near-final results show Robert Golob’s Freedom Movement and Janez Janša’s SDS virtually tied in parliamentary vote held on Sunday.

23/03/2026

Travel News

Flying from the UK is about to get more expensive

Air Passenger Duty changes will come into play on 1 April, with bigger increases for longer flights and private jets.

23/03/2026

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Footage shows uncrewed Russian tanker adrift in Mediterranean

Footage released Sunday by NGO Sea-Watch shows an uncrewed Russian tanker adrift in the Mediterranean. The damaged LNG vessel has been drifting for two weeks and is now nearing Libya. Authorities warn it poses a serious environmental risk, though no gas leaks have been detected so far.

23/03/2026

Europe Today

Iran vows retaliation if Trump hits power grid as war enters 24th day

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.

23/03/2026

EU.XL

What answer to the EU's housing crisis? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot

Europe's housing crisis has hit a breaking point. Wages cannot keep pace with soaring costs, and EU-wide solutions keep running into national rules. Ask the Euronews AI chatbot how the EU aims to make housing more affordable.

23/03/2026

Nature

‘They’re not aggressive’: Meet France's hedgehog rescue hero

This woman has transformed her home into a sanctuary for urban hedgehogs threatened by habitat fragmentation, cars and pesticides.

23/03/2026

Health news

Could python blood hold the secret to healthy weight loss?

Lessons in weight loss: The metabolism of pythons could inspire therapies.

23/03/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 23rd, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

23/03/2026

Tech News

Old masters, new methods: The tech transforming art restoration

From an AI-generated mask that can restore a 15th-century painting in three hours to scientists developing eco-friendly cleaning gels from renewable materials, a new wave of technology is saving masterpieces.

23/03/2026

Moments

New 170km cycling route from Gothenburg will open in May

The Ljungleden trail from Gothenburg to Falköping is designed for both experienced cyclists and more casual riders.

23/03/2026