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Culture news Bad Bunny arrives in Barcelona as Spain's biggest tour of the year gets under way The Puerto Rican artist kicks off his 'Debí tirar más fotos world tour' this Friday at the Estadi Olímpic, with tickets from €73 and over 600,000 spectators expected nationwide. -
Europe News Air France and Airbus convicted of manslaughter in 2009 Rio-Paris crash over Atlantic On 1 June 2009, Air France Flight AF447, travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Paris, was cruising over the Atlantic when the pilots lost control of the aircraft, causing it to plunge into the ocean. -
No Comment Ancient Buddhist hall with 1,000-year-old ‘eternal flame’ burns in Japan A Buddhist hall on Japan’s Miyajima Island that housed an “eternal flame” believed to have burned for more than 1,000 years was destroyed in a fire, with aerial footage showing the building engulfed in flames. -
Azerbaijan Cities must plan for migration as permanent reality, experts say at World Urban Forum Governments must treat migration as a permanent feature of urban planning, not an emergency, the IOM deputy director general told Euronews at the World Urban Forum in Baku. -
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Europe News Mother arrested after two French boys found abandoned in Portugal, police say The boys were reported missing from their hometown of Colmar, in eastern France, by their father around 10 days ago. -
Cuba Rubio says US focused on changing politics in Cuba as Havana accepts €86m in aid Rubio, a Cuban-American and vociferous opponent of Havana's government, described the island 145 kilometres from the US shore as a "failed state" as it suffers a major economic crisis. -
Turkey Turkish court annuls leadership of main opposition CHP party, sparking turmoil The case concerns allegations of vote buying at the CHP congress in November 2023, with prosecutors alleging that Özgür Özel secured his election as party leader with promises of jobs and other kickbacks. -
Europe News European carmakers face EU pressure to diversify chip suppliers EU set to force carmakers to source chips from multiple suppliers after the Nexperia crisis exposed dangerous dependence on a single Chinese-linked provider. -
Europe News Merz's plan of 'associate EU membership' for Ukraine gets mixed reviews Diplomats in Brussels are casting doubt over German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's bold plan to grant Ukraine "associate membership". The European Commission says any innovative solution should respect the "merit-based" nature of the multi-chapter accession process. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 21st, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy Stellantis to launch 60 new models by 2030: electric car made in Pomigliano Stellantis chairman John Elkann calls the overhaul “ambitious but realistic”, as CEO Antonio Filosa outlines plans to save and create over €3 billion by focusing on flagship models. -
United Kingdom 'Historic' UK trade deal with Gulf states set to add billions to British economy The deal is the first of its kind between the GCC and a G7 country, and will scrap tariffs on billions of euros worth of British exports. -
Space Greece opens laser ground station as Europe races to strengthen satellite links A new laser ground station has opened in northern Greece. Where else in Europe is this novel technology being used, and why does continent-wide connectivity matter? -
Europe News Spain to launch biggest forest fire campaign after record losses last year, Sánchez says Spain is one of the southern European countries on the front line of climate change as higher average temperatures stoke heatwaves, droughts and forest fires. -
Art 'Ongoing': Tilda Swinton's intimate revelations on her art and close collaborations Actress Tilda Swinton's displays her art, recollections, personal items and more in a revealing exhibition at the Onassis Ready in Athens which is closely linked to eight key figures in her life from the world's of film and fashion. -
Israel Israel says all Gaza flotilla activists have been deported amid global outrage over their treatment Multiple European countries are calling for EU sanctions against Israeli national security minister Itamar Ben Gvir. -
Iran Who is Ahmad Vahidi, Interpol-wanted IRGC general and key Iranian war strategist? Ahmad Vahidi, deputy IRGC commander and the man Argentina formally accused of planning the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing that killed 85 people, has emerged as the key figure in organising Tehran's military response and partaking in back-channel negotiations with regional mediators. -
Business Ahead of the SpaceX IPO, a look at the biggest stock market debuts ever From Saudi Aramco to Facebook, these are the biggest IPOs in history and why SpaceX could dwarf them all. -
Europe News EU's largest party threatens to sanction MEP for appearing with far right The European People’s Party is considering sanctions against its MEP Branko Grims after he took part in an event alongside far-right lawmakers. “It is the most normal thing,” he told Euronews, pointing to growing alignment on migration issues among right-wing political forces. -
No Comment Intensifying heat wave grips northern India as temperatures near 48°C India’s northern plains are enduring another intense heat wave, with authorities warning of prolonged extreme temperatures close to 45 degrees Celsius in New Delhi on Thursday. Cooling shelters and health alerts have been introduced across New Delhi and nearby states. -
Business EasyJet losses deepen as Iran war drives fuel costs higher and hits bookings EasyJet reported wider first-half losses as the Iran war pushed up fuel costs and weakened demand. The airline warned of continued pressure from higher prices and softer summer bookings despite strong growth in its holidays business. -
Health news New AI atlas reveals how obesity affects the entire body An AI-powered “body atlas” helps scientists study obesity, allowing them to see its effects across the whole body in a single view rather than organ by organ. -
Europe News 'No way out': Italian divers who died in the Maldives may have become lost in cave, rescuers say The divers went missing while "attempting to explore caves at a depth of 50 metres," the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs previously said. -
Focus What can post-conflict reconstruction teach future city planners? President Ilham Aliyev says Azerbaijan’s post-conflict reconstruction experience offers lessons in urban planning, infrastructure development and the creation of smart communities from the ground up. -
No Comment Israel destroyed a four storey house in overnight airstrike in central Gaza camp Israel destroyed a four storey house in Gaza’s Maghazi refugee camp after residents received a warning call ordering evacuation before the strike. -
Iran Tehran politicians are holding back military from striking US fleet, Iranian MP tells Euronews In an exclusive interview, a senior member of Iran's parliamentary National Security Commission tells Euronews that political authorities have actively restrained the military from attacking US naval assets — but warns Tehran will sink a US warship if that check is gone. -
Europe News EU countries urge sanctions on Israeli minister for video of Gaza flotilla activists The video even drew a sharp rebuke from senior politicians within Israel’s government with both Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar slamming its publication. -
Travel News How to have a responsible day trip in Europe’s most overtouristed cities Intrepid Travel has launched ‘uncommon day trips’ in Barcelona, Venice and Paris which aim to take travellers away from the main sights. -
No Comment Ukrainian drone pilots compete in high-speed contests Ukraine is turning FPV drone training into competitive tournaments to boost pilots’ speed, precision and tactics in its war against Russia. -
Armenia Pashinyan grabs megaphone as exchange turns heated during election campaign Armenian's election campaign turns fiery as Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan grabbed a megaphone and confronted critics accusing him of giving up Karabakh, during an election campaign event in Yerevan. -
Health news Syphilis and gonorrhoea reach record highs, European health agency warns Bacterial sexually transmitted infections have been rising across Europe for a decade, reaching record levels, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. -
Tech News Meta accused of using “momfluencers” to shape child safety narrative amid scrutiny Parent influencers and doctors allegedly advocated for Meta’s teen accounts amid criticism of keeping young people safe on its platforms, according to a new report. -
Business Million-dollar salaries, billion-dollar stakes: Top AI talent every tech giant is fighting over As Big Tech and a whole cohort of new-generation AI start-ups race towards artificial general intelligence (AGI), elite researchers and engineering leaders have become the equivalent of franchise athletes. -
Culture news Bruce Springsteen slams Donald Trump on Stephen Colbert’s penultimate show On the eve of Stephen Colbert’s final The Late Show, Bruce Springsteen performed his anti-ICE protest song ‘Streets of Minneapolis’. The Boss used the opportunity to thank Colbert, and hit out at Donald Trump - as well as Paramount head David Ellison. -
Gaza Gaza students sit exams in tents as nearly all schools lie in ruins With 658,000 children locked out of classrooms for two consecutive years, Gaza's official secondary exams begin next month. Teachers and students told Euronews what it means to prepare without textbooks, chairs — or walls. -
Europe News Turning point: Germans lose faith in US as NATO ally and turn to defence, study shows A German defence survey suggests that trust in the US as a NATO ally has fallen sharply, while support for higher defence spending and the military has continued to rise. -
World News Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery in long-range drone attack, Kyiv says Ukraine has been ramping up its retaliatory long-range strikes on Russia in recent weeks, particularly targeting oil infrastructure. -
Travel News Airbnb expands beyond rentals with AI planning tools, airport pickups and World Cup experiences The holiday rental giant is expanding far beyond accommodation, adding car hires, luggage storage, boutique hotels, AI-powered planning tools and exclusive travel experiences. -
No Comment Paris hosts Franco-Lebanese music event to aid Lebanon’s humanitarian crisis France hosted a large charity concert for Lebanon on Thursday evening at the Arab World Institute in Paris, where several hundred people gathered to support civilians affected by the conflict. -
Culture news Agatha Christie's Poirot is returning to the screen with new series in production Talk about big shoes to fill... Or should that be, a powerfully dainty moustache to sport? -
Europe News Russia delivers nuclear warheads to Belarus as NATO tensions spike Russia has delivered nuclear munitions to field storage facilities in Belarus as part of major nuclear drills amid tensions with European NATO members sparked by drone incursions in the Baltic. -
Culture news Felipe VI presents Margaret Atwood, author of 'The Handmaid's Tale', with 2025 Joan Margarit prize The head of state is using his visit to Canada to personally present the author of ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ with an honour, 18 years after granting her the Princess of Asturias Award for Literature. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 21st, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
World News Who is Raúl Castro: the man who inherited the revolution and still shapes Cuba under pressure Fidel Castro’s brother and a central pillar of Cuban power for decades, the former leader is back in the spotlight after a US indictment, amid mounting pressure on the regime. -
Europe News EU cuts 2026 growth forecast as Strait of Hormuz crisis pushes inflation up The EU has downgraded its 2026 economic growth forecast after the Strait of Hormuz crisis sent energy prices sharply higher earlier this year. With no end to the conflict in sight, rising energy costs are fuelling tensions among member states calling for additional fiscal support measures. -
Earth News Petrostates tried to squash this historic climate ruling. The UN just voted to back it Sinking nations are one step closer to ‘receiving justice’ for fossil fuel harms as the UN backs a historic climate ruling. -
Iran Iran secretly executes four as it hits global death sentence record Four more men, including two Kurdish political activists, were put to death in secret this week without informing their families, as Amnesty International recorded 2,159 executions in Iran last year — the highest of any country. -
Economy Recession warning? Eurozone activity hits lowest level in over two and a half years due to Iran war Business activity across the eurozone slowed sharply in May, hitting its lowest level in more than two and a half years. -
Europe News EU countries and Parliament clash on controversial return rules for migrants The European Parliament and EU member states have failed to agree on a law enabling home searches and setting up deportation centres outside the EU to speed up migrants’ returns. -
Europe News Latvia issues warning to residents after detecting unmanned aerial vehicle in its airspace On Wednesday, Lithuania's Vilnius airport also temporarily shut down after the government announced a suspected drone threat over its airspace. -
Sport North and South Korean women meet in rare football clash as fans cheer both sides Fans in rain ponchos cheered both North and South Korean women’s football teams during a rare inter-Korean match in Suwon, where North Korea’s Naegohyang Women’s FC defeated Suwon FC Women in the AFC Women’s Champions League semifinal. -
Earth News 'Highly explosive' whale Timmy to be towed out to sea The dead humpback whale 'Timmy' off the Danish coast is at risk of exploding. Authorities now plan to tow it out to open sea. -
No Comment Jeanette revives cult film anthem "Por qué te vas" in Cannes event Jeanette, the voice behind the iconic song Porque te vas from 1976’s Cría Cuervos, led celebrations in Cannes as France marked the film’s 50th anniversary with a restored screening and live performance at the Cannes Film Festival. -
The Cube No, the US hasn't announced a total withdrawal of troops from Europe Amid real reports of the US scaling back its military presence in European countries, there are also false claims that Washington is removing the entirety of its personnel from the continent. -
Europe News Italy moves to Airbus A330 tankers in major NATO-aligned shift Rome shifts course: six Airbus A330 MRTT tanker aircraft, worth around €1.39 billion in total, to bolster the European pillar in NATO. -
Health news White House denies blocking Ebola evacuation The White House has denied a report claiming that the United States blocked the return of Ebola-infected missionary doctor Peter Stafford. -
Europe News Merz proposes 'associate EU membership' for Ukraine, with mutual assistance The "associate membership" envisioned by Friedrich Merz would allow Ukraine to request assistance from other EU countries against a Russian attack. This, Merz says, would create a "substantial security guarantee". -
World News Trump envoy says US should restore its 'footprint' in Greenland The US is reported to have had 17 military facilities and more than 10,000 troops on Greenland at the height of the Cold War. -
Europe Today Technological sovereignty is not about isolation, EU digital chief says Henna Virkkunen says tech sovereignty means cutting risky dependencies and boosting European capacity in areas from semiconductor supply chains to cloud services. -
Europe News Paris nursery abuse probe expands as 16 staff held over extended custody The suspects worked at the Saint-Dominique state nursery school in Paris’ 7th arrondissement and are being questioned over rape and other allegedly excessive or violent behaviour. -
Cinema Michael Bay to direct Iran movie about Donald Trump’s Operation Epic Fury The film will be based on journalist Mitchell Zuckoff's forthcoming book and will chronicle the rescue mission of two downed American pilots in Iran. Here’s why it already sounds like a terrible idea. -
Europe Today Baltics must adapt to drone incursions because more will come, Lithuanian defence minister warns Exclusive: As the Baltics continue to be rattled by repeated drone incidents – with at least six actual or suspected incidents rocking the region this month – Lithuania’s Minister of Defence Robertas Kaunas told Euronews there is a “high possibility” more unmanned aerial incidents will materalise. -
Europe News Marking 20 years of independence, Montenegro eyes EU as next milestone Concerts and various celebrations are being held in the capital Podgorica this week and other towns in Montenegro, which is known for its stunning Adriatic Sea coastline and towering mountains. -
Culture news Volunteers create collection of audio stories for blind children The ‘Words that Embrace’ project is an initiative by writer Maria Saraiva de Menezes, born of a partnership between Alcântara Municipal Library in Lisbon and the Bengala Mágica association. -
Europe News Naples woken by strong earthquake as tremors hit city A 4.4-magnitude tremor was recorded at dawn on Thursday in Naples. INGV reports that the quake, with its epicentre in the Gulf of Pozzuoli, was 3 kilometres deep. -
No Comment Israeli security minister Ben Gvir releases footage of detained flotilla activists Video released by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir showed detained Gaza flotilla activists handcuffed on the ground at Ashdod port. -
No Comment Bangladesh: Albino buffalo nicknamed “Donald Trump” becomes unlikely star attraction An albino buffalo nicknamed “Donald Trump” draws huge crowds near Dhaka ahead of Eid al-Adha, as visitors flock to see its rare blond coat. -
World News Netanyahu speaks out after video shows minister taunting activists The Global Sumud Flotilla set sail from Turkey last week in an effort to breach Israel's blockade of Gaza. -
Europe Today Watch: tough love and record-low polls—inside the Friedrich Merz disaster One year into Friedrich Merz’s chancellorship, the honeymoon is long gone - and much of the damage is self-inflicted. What went wrong? -
Europe Today Newsletter: NATO alliance and Balts hold the defensive line As NATO foreign ministers meet in Sweden on Thursday to discuss the role of Washington in the military alliance, as well as dwindling ammunition stocks, the Baltics are coming to grips with repeated drone incursions threatening chaos in capitals – and Europe's eastern flank. -
Business Nvidia beats expectations again as AI boom drives revenue surge, but shares slip The world's most valuable company beat forecasts as revenues jumped 85%. Yet rising competition and efforts to diversify beyond big tech left investors cautious, sending shares lower in late trading. -
EU.XL The EU simplified its toughest AI law: what changed and why it matters EU lawmakers have agreed to simplify the bloc’s landmark AI Act. Supporters call it a pragmatic fix to cut red tape, while critics see a concession to Big Tech. What is changing and what could it mean for businesses and citizens? -
No Comment Lebanon rescuers search rubble after attacks in Tyre province Rescuers search rubble in southern Lebanon after Israeli strikes kill at least 19, including women and children, despite an extended ceasefire. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Drones, bunkers and political turmoil: what’s going on in Lithuania? A drone incursion into Lithuania on Wednesday brought the capital to a standstill and forced the country’s leaders to shelter in a bunker. Ursula von der Leyen has said Europe will respond with “unity and strength”. We speak to Lithuania’s defence minister, Robertas Kaunas. -
Markets SpaceX IPO ready for launch as countdown begins for what could be the biggest ever listing SpaceX plans a record-breaking IPO that could raise around $75 billion (€64.5bn) despite ongoing losses. The Elon Musk-led firm says funds will support Moon and Mars missions, while strong Starlink earnings contrast with losses in X and xAI. -
World News Trump sets tone on Taiwan after Xi summit, signals talks Trump last week issued a warning to Taiwan against formally declaring independence from China. -
Economy Winners and losers: Real household income growth across Europe in 2025 Poland and Portugal saw the strongest real household income growth in Europe over the last two years. Among major economies, Spain led the way. -
Food and Drink International Tea Day: Jamming it up with Azerbaijan’s enduring tea ritual To mark International Tea Day, Nadira Tudor stopped for a brew in Azerbaijan where the history of sharing a cuppa is shaped by a particular pairing defined by tradition and flavours. -
Europe News United States: sanctions lifted on UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese The US Treasury Department has announced that sanctions against UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese have been lifted. Last week, a federal judge ordered their suspension after upholding an appeal lodged by Albanese’s relatives. -
Australia Australian court fines Musk's X close to €400,000 for not disclosing data to online safety watchdog The initial violation notice was sent by Australian authorities to Twitter Inc shortly before billionaire Elon Musk acquired the company and renamed it to X. The social media platform’s attorneys argued that the fine was not justified as the violation came during a period of change and transition. -
Egypt EU pays Egypt billions to manage migration — Cairo says it is not enough Egypt’s growing refugee and migrant population, seeking safety from wars in Sudan, Syria and the wider region, has put further pressure on aid agencies and public services as Cairo urges Europe to share more of the cost. -
Travel News A brand new airline is set to launch this July – and you can book tickets from London now Riyadh Air is set to launch flights to Manchester and Madrid too, with more than 100 destinations set to join the network before 2030. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 21st, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News NATO ministers meet as US plans to pull away from European security The summit will focus on the Trump administration's plans to withdraw guarantees of support for European security architecture – even in wartime – and the depletion of the alliance's critical weapons stocks due to the ongoing war in Iran. -
Earth News ‘Colossal profits’: Christian leaders lambast fossil fuel giants as they demand EU windfall tax “Europe holds a historic duty and opportunity to lead the transition to a new era away from fossil fuels”, say faith groups from across the EU. -
Cuba US raises pressure on Cuba as it indicts former President Raul Castro on murder charges Trump called the indictment of Castro a “very big moment” but dismissed plans of the US taking military action on the island nation as they had with Venezuela in recent months. -
Europe News Germany targets major stake in Europe’s tank titan KNDS The KNDS weapons group is a merger between France’s Nexter and Germany’s Krauss-Maffei Wegmann weapons firms. The German state is set to initially own 40% of the company with plans to reduce its stake to 30% within two to three years.