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Tech News Spain and EU launch new €10 million quantum computer in Barcelona This supercomputer, located at Barcelona's BSC-CNS centre, can combine classical computing with both digital and analogue quantum computing. -
USA What are the Abraham Accords — and why is Trump pushing to expand them? US President Donald Trump is calling for more Muslim-majority countries to join the Abraham Accords, the diplomatic agreements normalising ties between Israel and parts of the Arab world. -
USA Israel freezes out UN chief António Guterres over inclusion on sexual violence list The UN cited "credible information" regarding sexual violence allegedly committed by Israeli security forces against Palestinians in prisons and other detention centres. -
Iran US and Iran reach tentative deal, pending Trump's approval The US and Iran have agreed to extend the ceasefire by 60 days to make space for further negotiations to end the war but Trump still has to approve the deal, reports said Thursday, citing US officials familiar with the matter. -
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Europe News French parliament inches towards symbolic repeal of 'Code noir' slavery legislation France abolished enslaving humans more than 170 years ago and in 2001 recognised slavery and the slave trade as "crimes against humanity." -
Armenia Trump endorses Pashinyan ahead of Armenia’s high-stakes, historic elections Trump endorsed PM Pashinyan by calling on Armenians to “Make Armenia Great Again“ ahead of the decisive June elections. The US and EU’s support for Armenia’s pro-West course and Russia's mounting economic pressure to counter Pashinyan mark the geopolitical juncture. -
Europe News Top-ranked Jannik Sinner crashes out of French Open after apparent struggle with heat Sinner received medical attention and left the court and minerals were added to his drink when he returned but he wasn't able to continue. -
USA Judge refuses to block Trump order to create federal voter list and limit mail voting Democrats and civil rights groups argued it was urgent that the judge issue a restraining order in the midst of primary season and with states already gearing up for the fall midterm elections. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 28th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 28th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Brussels faces backlash over carbon trading system as production costs soar Several EU countries argue that planned cuts to free emissions allowances under the EU Emissions Trading System are too severe and do not reflect the technological limits faced by sectors such as steel, cement, chemicals and aluminium. -
Europe News EU seeks to boost Europe’s chip demand in tech sovereignty bid The EU's revamped Chips Act shifts focus from supply to demand to boost European chip demand, especially for AI. The draft law covers demand aggregation and crisis tools, as part of a broader tech sovereignty push also covering cloud services and open source. -
Europe News Italian police seize more than €200m in late mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro's assets Assets were being seized in Andorra, the Cayman Islands, Gibraltar, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Monaco, Spain and Switzerland, as well as Italy, police said. -
The Europe Conversation ‘Electrification is the answer to save Europe’s industry,’ IEA tells Euronews The International Energy Agency's chief Fatih Birol told Euronews that the EU should embrace the 'age of electricity' to boost industrial competitiveness. -
Health news France to become the first country in Europe to reimburse weight-loss drugs France will cover the costs of weight-loss drugs from 15 June, according to the country's health minister. -
Europe News Ukraine to buy up to 20 latest model Gripen jet fighters, Sweden to donate 16 Ukraine is largely reliant on its Western allies to down Russian missile barrages, despite having pioneered a system for intercepting long-range drones that is the envy of some of the world's most advanced militaries. -
Europe News EU will never be a neutral mediator between Ukraine and Russia, says Kallas The High Representative has dismissed the buzz over a special envoy for talks with Russia, arguing the EU will "never" be a neutral mediator between Moscow and Kyiv. "We have been clearly on Ukraine's side," she said. -
Europe News Hungary is on a 'very clear and steadfast' path to restore rule of law, EU justice commissioner says The comments by the EU’s justice commissioner, Michael McGrath, come ahead of talks between Peter Magyar and Ursula von der Leyen aimed at securing the release of €17 billion in EU funds that were frozen due to concerns over corruption and shortcomings in the rule of law. -
Business Airbus and BMW strike deals with France’s Mistral to bring AI to defence and safety systems As European companies look for alternatives to US tech giants in the race for artificial intelligence, Airbus and BMW have both partnered with French startup Mistral AI to develop systems ranging from flight safety and defence technology to car crash simulations. -
Lifestyle World Cup 2026 kit ranking: Which teams are the fashionable winners and unstylish losers? Here is Euronews Culture's verdict on the best and worst football kits at this year’s World Cup. -
Travel News Greece or Türkiye: Which offers the most affordable holiday this summer for Europeans? Türkiye still tops the charts for bargain all-inclusive breaks and low day-to-day costs but, as more Turkish tourists head to Greece in search of better value, Euronews Travel compares where travellers can really get the most for their money in 2026. -
Culture news 'Housing for All': Hollywood icon Richard Gere's call to end homelessness Richard Gere is one of the world’s most recognised and respected actors, but away from the big screen, he is active in bringing the crisis of global housing to light by partnering with the UN. In an interview with Euronews, the Hollywood icon expained why he's so passionate about homelessness. -
No Comment Armenia holds first military parade in a decade on Republic Day Armenia marked Republic Day on 28 May with a military parade in Yerevan, the first such event held in the country since 2016. -
Europe News Germany and Netherlands to set up NATO command centre in Baltics, Berlin says The joint German-Dutch command centre known as 1GNC will "assume a command role on NATO's eastern flank, specifically in the region Estonia and Latvia" in coming months. -
Culture news National Court overturns Ana Duato tax fraud acquittal and orders retrial The actress was acquitted in the ‘Nummaria’ case, but the tax authorities appealed the ruling. Her husband, producer Miguel Ángel Bernardeau, will also have to be retried. -
No Comment Switzerland: Footage from the scene emerge after Winterthur station stabbing injures three The first images from Winterthur station show police and paramedics securing the platforms, treating the injured and evacuating passengers as trains are halted and the area is cordoned off. -
Culture news Bad Bunny in Lisbon: 'As long as we live, let us love as much as possible' If Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio meant little to you, it doesn’t now. “DMTF”, “NUEVAYOL” and “El Apagón” may be his biggest hits, but there is far more than reggaeton. Bad Bunny has brought Puerto Rico’s history and culture to Portugal. -
Lebanon Israel strikes southern Beirut amid increasing escalation in southern Lebanon The intensification comes after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced an expansion in the Israeli military's attacks in Lebanon, despite an ongoing ceasefire. -
East-West Connect This country’s AI-driven government overhaul is starting to pay off Kazakhstan is advancing large-scale digitalisation and AI integration across government services in a bid to transform the economy and boost its GDP. -
Tech News How a looming Samsung AI workers’ strike in Korea led to €350,000 bonuses Samsung is only the second company known to strike a profit-sharing agreement with AI workers, according to local reporting. -
Gaza Plans for Gaza International Stabilisation Force in question as troop pledges stall The Iran war has made it more difficult for Arab and Muslim leaders to openly cooperate with the United States and Israel, which many in the region view as aggressors. -
Business FIFA faces US probe over World Cup ticket prices less than two weeks before the tournament The attorneys general of New York and New Jersey have issued subpoenas to FIFA as part of a formal investigation into allegedly deceptive ticketing practices ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with fans reporting sky-high prices. -
Russia New Russian law allows bank employees to take down Ukrainian drones Russia moves to arm bank staff with electronic warfare gear against Ukrainian drones, in a sign its military defences are struggling amid its all-out war against Ukraine, now in its fifth year. -
Health news Irregular eating patterns linked to higher risk of depression, study finds Skipping meals or eating at irregular times of the day could worsen mental health, according to a new study. -
Culture news Sex? ‘Non, merci’: New poll finds young French women place less importance on sexual relations According to a new study by the French Institute of Public Opinion, Gen Z women generally place less importance on sex and are more open about masturbating. As for being in a relationship without having sex? More than half of young women don’t rule it out as an option. -
Business Google engineer charged in alleged $1.2mn Polymarket insider trading scheme A Google engineer has been arrested for allegedly using his employer's secret search trend data, as landmark case tests whether prediction markets are subject to the same rules as Wall Street. -
Europe News Five arrests as Portuguese police investigate alleged corruption within Socialist Party Officers are investigating potential crimes of "malfeasance and economic participation in business, involving the awarding of various contracts by municipal councils and parish councils". -
Kenya Fire rips through dormitory at girl's school in Kenya, killing at least 16 students There have been many devastating school fires in Kenya, where boarding schools are common as a colonial legacy of missionaries and British rule. -
No Comment Dalai Lama attends swearing‑in of Tibetan government‑in‑exile in India Penpa Tsering, the head of Tibet’s government‑in‑exile, was sworn in for a second term at a ceremony in Dharamshala, India, attended by the Dalai Lama. -
The Cube Fact-check: Did the EU-Mercosur trade agreement allow ‘worm-infested’ Brazilian coffee into Europe? Posts by French and Polish politicians have falsely connected a rejected shipment of Brazilian coffee to the EU-Mercosur trade deal. -
Business Dell lands $9.7bn Pentagon contract just weeks after Trump said 'go out and buy' Dell Technologies has secured a $9.7 billion (€8.3bn) defence contract to supply Microsoft software across the entire US military, just weeks after US President Donald Trump publicly endorsed the company at the White House. -
Tech News EU fines Chinese e-commerce giant Temu €200 million for dangerous baby toys and faulty chargers An investigation by the European Commission said the Chinese e-commerce site had inadequate risk assessments, after investigators found dangerous baby toys and faulty chargers were available on its platform. -
No Comment Viral ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo spared from Eid sacrifice and sent to zoo Bangladesh's national zoo has taken custody of a rare albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump", sparing the animal from sacrifice during Eid al-Adha celebrations. -
Tech News Better than AI slop and piracy: Spotify co-CEO’s stance on new AI-generated music feature Spotify’s latest move to allow AI-generated music on its platform has led to widespread concerns about human artists being pushed out and royalty dilution. -
Europe News Swiss train station knife attack 'a terrorist act,' regional security official says Three people were injured in the incident which happened at a train station in Winterthur on Thursday morning, Swiss police said. -
Health news Norovirus cases at Attikon hospital in Greece: Management says situation under control All the prescribed monitoring and infection-prevention protocols have been activated, and nine cases have been detected so far, authorities said. -
Europe News EU regional funds can be used to address energy crisis, Commissioner Fitto says Cohesion funds, worth up to €160bn, could be redeployed to ease Europe's energy crisis, the Commissioner told EU ministers in a letter. -
Lifestyle Loewe outfits Spain at 2026 and 2030 World Cups: inside the new suits Spain’s national football team has agreed a four-year partnership with luxury fashion house Loewe, which will design La Roja’s new official suit. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 28th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 28th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
USA UFC fight venue takes shape outside White House for Trump birthday event Construction has begun on a UFC octagon outside the White House ahead of a fight night linked to Donald Trump’s 80th birthday celebrations and the 250th anniversary of the United States. -
Business Meta launches subscription push to ease investor concerns over soaring AI costs Meta on Wednesday launched paid subscription plans for its flagship apps, marking a major push by the tech giant to diversify beyond its long-standing reliance on advertising revenue. -
Uganda Uganda shuts border with DR Congo as cases of rare Ebola type surge The decision by the Ugandan Ebola task force, which goes against World Health Organization guidance, follows a rise in health workers exposed to Ebola by Congolese patients who crossed before the outbreak was declared. -
Iran Hopes for peace deal fade as US and Iran exchange fire again US forces targeted Iranian drones near Bandar Abbas as the IRGC claimed it struck back at a US airbase, while Washington sanctioned Tehran's Hormuz toll authority and both sides published contradictory accounts of a possible deal. -
Culture news Artists pull out of Trump-backed concert for America’s 250th birthday While a cage fighting ring is being built on the White House lawn, a new event celebrating the 250 years of the USA is set to take place at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The line-up has been called “a parody”, and some acts have already pulled out. -
Climate Strong El Niño may stretch to 2028 as UN warns climate change to smash heat records in next 5 years Climate scientists have warned that a "whole range of extreme weather events" are brewing, as a strong El Niño coincides with global warming. -
Europe News EU countries insist on unity to avoid falling into Russia's special envoy 'trap' The debate on who should be the special EU envoy for negotiations with the Kremlin is "a trap that Russia wants us to walk into", High Representative Kaja Kallas said on Thursday at an informal meeting of foreign ministers in Cyprus. -
Europe Today ‘Zero tolerance policy’ for corruption, EU justice commissioner McGrath tells Euronews Exclusive: With corruption in Hungary and Spain squarely thrust into the limelight, the EU’s justice chief Michael McGrath spoke to Euronews about fraud across the European Union – warning that without reforms, grafting festers and “takes from valuable public resources”.
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Europe in Motion Small but mighty: The tiny tech hubs driving Europe up global tech rankings The continent thrives on smaller ecosystems that punch above their weight, with a great concentration of tech innovation and infrastructure in a tiny territory. Which European cities are driving tech and what sets them apart? -
Travel News Europe's best stargazing destination is in Portugal The Dark Sky Alqueva reserve has been recognised at the 2026 Tourism Leaders Awards, but investment in astrotourism remains far below its full potential. -
Business China shock 2.0: Beijing targets German industry as Berlin looks on A new study finds that Germany’s weak growth is not just home-made. Economists warn of a “China shock 2.0”, yet the federal government is slow to respond. -
Europe Today Putin will try to recruit any envoy sent to talks, Ukraine's former PM says Arseniy Yatsenyuk, former Ukrainian prime minister, told Euronews that while the European leaders are considering direct talks with Russia, the only thing Vladimir Putin is ready to accept is Europe's surrender. -
No Comment France heat triggers illegal swimming in central Paris France's exceptional May heat continued on 27 May as temperatures climbed around 33C in Paris. Many residents headed to the Saint-Martin canal to cool off, despite rules prohibiting swimming in the waterway. -
Culture news Fatal friends: Matthew Perry's assistant receives three-year jail term over role in actor's death The court in Los Angeles heard that Matthew Perry’s live-in personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, had a central role in the 'Friends' actor’s descent into ketamine addiction and injected him with a fatal dose of the drug. -
Europe News Beretta to unveil its new Livet anti-drone system equipped with eight 'Drone Guardian' shotguns The company says the system is equipped with target auto-tracking and remote engagement capabilities. -
Climate Heat dome turns May into August in Spain: temperatures near 40C An anticyclonic ridge from North Africa traps hot air over western Europe. Badajoz hits 38 ºC, Santander keeps breaking records, France counts deaths. This is no blip but the new normal. -
Health news Greece: Only one in five new medicines reaches patients – the 'legacy' of the bailouts Greeks wait almost two years for access to new treatments, while pharmaceutical companies increasingly say they do not intend to launch new products in the country. -
Earth News A ‘brutal reminder of climate change’: Europe’s May heatwave sparks UN calls to shift to clean power The United Nations is warning that the main culprit behind Europe's blistering temperatures is the world's "addiction" to burning fossil fuels. -
Iran Iranians back online after months-long shutdown but heavy restrictions still remain Iranian authorities decided to lift some restrictions this week as negotiators appeared to be closing in on a more permanent truce, but many Iranians now fear access could be cut off again, at a moment’s notice. -
Europe Today Newsletter: ‘A dangerous place’, Magyar’s moment and Europe’s mouthpiece As the International Energy Agency warns of the fallout from sky-high energy prices prompted by the war in the Middle East, the Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar comes to town aiming to unlock billions of frozen EU funds – while the bloc thrashes out whether to speak to Moscow. -
Europe Today Exclusive: IEA chief Birol warns Europe easing Russian energy sanctions would be 'major mistake' IEA chief says “knocking on Russia’s door” would be a repeat of past mistakes, even as the EU is rattled by a price shock stemming from the Strait of Hormuz shutdown. Agency warns of "biggest energy security crisis ever". -
Iran US says Iran fired ballistic missile towards Kuwait Iran's Revolutionary Guards said earlier on Thursday that its forces had targeted a US airbase. -
No Comment Ireland records 30C while Portugal nears 37C in May heat A record May heatwave sent Irish temperatures above 30C and Portugal’s to 37C, drawing crowds outdoors and renewing worries over climate change. -
No Comment Ukraine: Russian strike injures 11 in Odesa daytime attack, children among injured Russian daytime strike hits the southern port city of Odesa on 27 May, injuring at least 11 including children, and igniting a huge fire that ravages shops and commercial buildings. -
Destinations Machu Picchu overtourism: A bucket list ‘dream’ is turning into a ‘nightmare’ for visitors A global heritage foundation has offered to work with Peruvian authorities to improve conditions at Machu Picchu as tourists face overcrowding, long queues and transport problems. -
Europe Today Europe Today: International Energy Agency warns of biggest energy security crisis in modern history The International Energy Agency is warning the world is “facing the biggest energy security crisis in modern history” as the shutdown in the Strait of Hormuz continues to rattle the global energy market. We have an exclusive interview with IEA's executive director, Fatih Birol. -
EU.XL Is the EU betting on a ‘one-ticket, one-journey’ plan to turn rail into low-cost flying? The European Commission is proposing a “one journey, one ticket” system to make cross-border rail travel as simple to book as flying. Is this a bid to close the gap with low-cost airline travel? -
Economy Forget London and Paris: The top 10 European cities for rental yields in 2026 Europe's best buy-to-let opportunities have moved away from its priciest cities. Here are the ten eurozone markets where rental income is highest — ending with a surprising number one. -
Europe News Beyond memory: how Holocaust remembrance must adapt to new audiences Holocaust survivors have long kept the memory of the Nazi genocide alive – but their numbers are dwindling. In an opinion piece for Euronews, Michaela Küchler of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance explains how remembrance can endure. -
Culture news No sweat: How to look cool and ready for the office during May heatwave This May has been one of the hottest on record - and we're still weeks away from summer. If what to wear or not to work is among your chief concerns, then look no further as Euronews Culture has convened a style council of fashion experts to ensure you stay cool without making any faux pas -
Tech News Racist comments, antisemitic videos, AI deepfakes: Social media fails to remove hate speech in EU Social media users complained of hate speech mainly from France, followed by Belgium and Italy. -
Health news UPatch: Could a wearable ultrasound device transform pregnancy monitoring? The device aims to reduce false alarms, cut unnecessary hospital visits, and expand access to prenatal care in low-resource settings. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 28th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 28th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Climate EU powerhouses like Germany ‘on track’ to miss 2030 emissions goal while Spain may smash its target Time is running out for EU powerhouses to change their ways, or risk missing legally-binding commitments to cut greenhouse gas emissions. -
Residences Roswyn: Mumbai’s new ‘luxury lifestyle’ hotel opens with suites, wellness and a sleek listening bar India’s first Morgans Originals hotel is an all-suite property bringing Italian dining, a Japanese-style listening bar and longevity-led wellness to Mumbai. -
Iran US military conducts second strike against Iran within days as Trump fumes over negotiations According to the US Central Command, its forces struck four Iranian one-way attack drones posing a threat around the Strait of Hormuz and a ground control station in Bandar Abbas 'that was about to launch a fifth drone'.