18 April 2026 | Euronews
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Europe News Exclusive: EU-based chemical producers ask Commission to probe Chinese group over deal in the UK European chemical producers want the Commission to launch a probe into Chinese LB Group as it seeks to purchase a competitor’s plant in the UK to export to the EU, according to sources. The group fears it could be used to get around anti-dumping duties. -
Europe News Spain's Sánchez builds anti-Trump coalition looking for political lifeline at home Spanish PM led a progressive conference in Barcelona bringing together world leaders opposing MAGA politics, as Brazil's Lula lashed out at warlords and tech billionaires. "They're destroying democracy, workers and nature." -
Europe News Europe's Patriots rally in Milan against immigration while Salvini backs Russian oil Far-right leaders met in Milan calling for a plan to introduce remigration in Europe. League chief Salvini proposes a points-based residence permit and attacks the EU over its energy-crisis response, backing a reopening to Russian oil. -
Europe News Pope Leo XIV lands in Angola, says it is 'not in my interest at all' to debate Trump After visiting Cameroon, Angola is the third leg of Pope Leo XIV's 11-day tour of Africa. People hope for appeals for peace and for him to tackle the economic woes of the oil- and rare-earth-rich nation. -
Culture news Nathalie Baye, star of Catch Me if You Can and The return of Martin Guerre, dies aged 77 The multi-award-winning actress, known for the diversity of her roles, from drama to thriller to comedy, also formed a high-profile couple with Johnny Hallyday in the 1980s, a union that gave birth to Laura Smet, also an actress. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Ukraine: gunman opens fire in Kyiv, killing several people, mayor Vitali Klitschko said A gunman who opened fire on people in Kyiv on Saturday, has left at least six dead and others wounded, the Ukrainian capital's mayor Vitali Klitschko said. According to police the man has now been shot dead after barricading himself in a nearby supermarket. -
Earth News Olive harvesting at the Colosseum: a plantation in Roman ruins in the heart of the city There are about 2,200 farms within the city limits of Italy’s capital alone, making it the largest agricultural municipality in Europe. -
Food and Drink 'She was taking handfuls of earth and eating it': Meet the artist encouraging people to consume soil In honour of the upcoming Earth Day (Wednesday 22 April), Euronews Culture spoke with Amsterdam-based artist masharu, whose Museum of Edible Earth is currently on display at London’s Somerset House. -
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Europe News Moscow bombards Ukraine while Kyiv targets Russian oil facilities Ukraine struck multiple Russian oil refineries with drones on Saturday while simultaneously repelling a 219-drone Russian assault on its own territory. -
Culture news Grammy-winning producer Swizz Beatz: Tech is changing the game but originality still rules Grammy-winning music producer and entrepreneur Swizz Beatz tells Euronews Culture how technology is reshaping creativity, why originality still stands out, and what keeps drawing him back to the Middle East. -
World News Starmer faces calls to step down after appointing Epstein associate Opposition leaders demanded Starmer's resignation on Thursday after it emerged that US envoy Peter Mandelson was appointed despite having failed his security check. -
Lebanon Israel accuses Hezbollah militants of violating ceasefire A French UN peace worker has been killed in southern Lebanon as Israel accuses Hezbollah militants of breaching the 10-day ceasefire with Hezbollah. -
Lifestyle History and heritage: Vacheron Constantin look back in time to create new watchmaking marvels New horizons, near and far. Wherever you set your sights on going the Swiss luxury firm Vacheron Constantin want to help you get there with its latest collection which is themed around elegant and stylistic travel. -
Health news Smoothies, juice, or whole fruits. Which is the healthiest way to consume fruit? Fruit is a key part of any healthy diet, but the way it is consumed matters as much as whether it is consumed at all. -
Tech News Would you work with a joke-cracking robot? Japan tries to catch up with China’s humanoids At Japan’s first robotics expo, Tokyo turns to ‘physical AI’ as China and the US dominate robot manufacturing -
Iran Iranian gunboats fire on tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz, UK military says The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre says two gunboats from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard opened fire on a tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz after Iran said it had reimposed restrictions on the vital waterway. -
Culture news Le coup de Grasset: The exodus of authors and the choice of a collective response Not wanting to drift with their publishing house after Olivier Nora's ouster, 170 authors have announced that they are leaving Grasset. Writer Oscar Coop-Phane reflects on his experience. Bookseller Gwilherm Perthuis denounces an ultra-concentrated publishing industry. -
Lifestyle 'Time is everything to me' Usain Bolt reveals what makes him tick at Watches and Wonders Music, art and sport are the sources of powerful emotions which the Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot is seeking to harness with the former Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt fronting its latest Big Bang Reloaded collection. -
Climate Trump brands UK ‘crazy’ for not drilling the North Sea. But would it actually lower energy bills? Donald Trump’s latest attack on renewables has reignited calls to drill the North Sea for oil – despite research showing it won’t lower energy bills. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Destinations Padel holidays: One of the world’s fastest-growing sports becomes a smash hit for travel Hotels and resorts are turning padel into a travel draw, blending sport, luxury stays and social play across Europe and beyond. -
Business The rapid ascent of Anthropic: Inside the strategy behind an $800 billion valuation The AI firm Anthropic has emerged as a dominant force in the global technology sector, attracting investor interest that values the company at approximately $800 billion (€678.3bn), but what is behind the success?