13 August 2026 | Euronews
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Europe News Polls close in UK by-election with Nigel Farage and Count Binface going head-to-head Vote counting has already begun and will continue through the night with a result expected by around 7:00 am local time on Friday. -
Europe News Millions across Europe swelter through a new wave of extreme temperatures Repeat heatwaves and drought have fuelled a historically hot summer of wildfires, and contributed to the deaths of thousands of people. -
Europe News Two injured after train derails in southeast England, emergency services say The ambulance service said there were around 150 passengers on board the train which departed from London Victoria station and veered off the tracks shortly before 4:00 pm local time. -
Vietnam Vietnam discovers more than a tonne of concealed ivory illegally shipped from Africa Most trade in ivory from elephants and other endangered animals is banned by international agreement under CITES, a treaty to which almost all UN member countries are parties. -
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Health news Ebola spreads to sixth DR Congo province raising fears it could spread to South Sudan The DRC's deadliest Ebola outbreak from 2018-2020 killed nearly 2,300 people out of 3,500 recorded cases. -
Europe News Swedish lawmakers cut age of criminal responsibility to 14 ahead of general election The Scandinavian country has been rocked by gang battles for more than a decade, particularly for control of the drug market. -
Culture news Víctor Coyote dies: a life devoted to exploring diverse cultural forms Víctor Coyote, the stage name of Víctor María Aparicio Abundancia, died on Thursday in Galicia in a cycling accident. He was 67 and leaves a bold four-decade career spanning music, comics, film and videos. -
Zimbabwe Survivors tell of horror of Zimbabwe ferry sinking as police say death toll hits 46 The overloaded government ferry, a vital link for villagers and fish traders around the vast Lake Kariba, overturned in choppy waters on Tuesday in one of the country's worst passenger boat disasters. -
Europe News Explosion rocks ammunition factory near Rome, Italian police say Italian media reported that there were no casualties, with the AGI news agency saying employees sheltered in secure areas at the facility. -
Europe News Etna eruption enters seventh day in phenomenon unseen since the 1970s Euronews has gathered the views of experts and local guides on the unusual length of the eruption and on the precautions to take to watch it safely. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Travel News In Paris, tourists increasingly choose cycling to explore the city On Paris's streets, bicycles are increasingly common, and tourists play a big part. Guided bike tours have boomed in recent years. -
Europe News Ukraine needs 5% of US Patriot stocks just to get through winter, Zelenskyy says Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv currently receives only 1% of the interceptor missiles it needs from Washington, as Russian strikes continue to outpace the country's air defences. -
Europe News Hundreds of tourists rescued by boat as forest fire threatens northern Greek beaches A fire service spokesman said the evacuation had to be by sea as the flames were getting close to the beaches. -
No Comment One dead, several injured in Rotterdam port blast at Gunvor refinery The Netherlands is investigating an explosion at the port of Rotterdam that killed one person and injured several others on Thursday, 13 August. The blast happened at about 11:30 a.m. at an oil facility in the Europoort industrial section of Europe’s largest port. -
Europe News Bomb hidden in bin kills Russian officer in occupied Sevastopol, Moscow says Media reports named the dead man as a Ukrainian navy defector who went on to command a Kalibr missile submarine for Moscow's Black Sea Fleet. -
No Comment Brussels unveils giant flower carpet inspired by Hokusai masterpiece Brussels has transformed its historic Grand Place into a giant floral version of Japan’s Great Wave off Kanagawa, using around 500,000 dahlias laid out over 1,300 square metres of cobblestones. -
Europe News Poland thwarts unprecedented plot by Russia to kill Ukrainian-US citizen in a NATO country, PM Tusk says Poland, a NATO and EU member state along the alliance's Eastern flank, has accused Russia of "sabotage" on several occasions since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. -
Destinations These are Europe’s best-value cities for a weekend break - and Poland dominates the top five A new study has revealed the best-value European cities for a weekend away, with Polish destinations sweeping the top five and some of the continent’s biggest tourist hotspots proving much pricier. -
Europe News Explosion at Dutch port of Rotterdam leaves one dead and several injured, police say The explosion happened at a refinery and fuel terminal run by Gunvor Energy in an industrial section of the vast port premises. -
World Hungary unveils 'clean up' plan as governemnt takes new steps to unlock frozen EU funds Budapest will keep a list of economic operators who are barred from public tenders due to prior economic offences, fulfilling an EU obligation to restoring its access to critical funding. -
Travel News Byway launches free online course to help you plan out a rail trip across Europe The course covers things like how to choose the right Interrail pass and how to manage disruptions. -
Iran Iran's military rejects Trump's claims of US control over Strait of Hormuz as 'lies' Iran has kept control of Hormuz, a vital energy conduit, since the outbreak of the war on 28 February, requiring vessels to obtain permission and pay transit fees before using the waterway. -
Health news Trump’s vaccine overhaul could fuel mistrust and leave Europe vulnerable to disease resurgence The fallout from US President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at reducing the number of universally recommended childhood immunisations could extend beyond the United States, fuelling vaccine mistrust and creating immunisation gaps. -
Health news A tiny hard spot was Lucy Davis’ first sign of breast cancer. What else should you check for? British actor Lucy Davis almost ignored the first sign of her breast cancer. Here’s what to look out for and when to get screened. -
Europe News Romania shuts off second reactor at Cernavodă NPP amid low water levels on Danube Nearly two-thirds of the Danube has seen flow rates that are the lowest on record for a month of July in 34 years, according to an analysis published on Monday by the European climate change observatory, Copernicus. -
Europe News EU experts on the ground in Ceuta amid fears of fresh migrant influx A team of EU migration experts is in Ceuta for a “first-hand assessment” of the situation, as reports warn of a potential new migrant influx on 15 August. Brussels, however, says its focus remains on protecting the EU’s external border at all times, rather than on any “specific date”. -
Business Why do women need 12 times their salary to buy a home, when men need only eight? A consistent pay gap and more difficulties in saving for a deposit compared to men are some of the factors holding women back from home ownership. -
Europe News Russian forces strike second passenger train in Ukraine's Odesa region The latest attack comes as the United Nations recorded a record-number of civilian deaths in Ukraine in July, the highest monthly toll since May 2022. -
Economy Azerbaijan bets on the pomegranate as its next big export Azerbaijan is turning pomegranates, a fruit with 2,000 years of cultural history, into a global brand, with €48.2 million in exports and more than 200 cultivated varieties putting it in direct competition with Iran, Turkey and Spain -
World News France accuses Iran of 'bloodshed' over use of death penalty After a statement condemning Iran's use of the death penalty, tensions rose between senior diplomats. Paris accused Tehran of 'bloodshed' and Iran called France's stance 'blatant hypocrisy.' -
Cinema Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'The End Of Oak Street' - Putting the Jurassic World franchise to shame A mysterious cosmic event uproots Oak Street from 80s suburbia to prehistoric times... It's the blockbuster surprise of the summer. -
Iran Who is Mohsen Rezaei, Iran's new security chief with an Interpol Red Notice? Mohsen Rezaei is one of the Islamic Republic's founding military figures, a four-time failed presidential candidate and the subject of an Interpol Red Notice over the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing that killed 85 people. Here is what we know about Iran's new security council chief. -
Europe News Europe facing strain on resources and services due to heatwaves Britain is set to face it's fifth heatwave this summer while France has put 80 départements on orange alert. -
Destinations Eurovision 2027: A guide to Burgas, Bulgaria’s sunny seaside host city Burgas has been announced as the unexpected host of next year’s Eurovision. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of a visit to the Bulgarian beach city. -
No Comment Putin watches Russian navy drills off Russia's Sakhalin Island Russia's President Vladimir Putin observed naval exercises off Sakhalin Island on Thursday before travelling to the disputed Kuril Islands, prompting a strong protest from Japan. -
Space China's lead in orbital data centres risks leaving Europe behind China is racing ahead on orbital data centres while Europe still debates the concept, a new policy brief warns, and the gap is starting to widen. -
Europe News EU budget: Sweden, part of the 'frugal' camp, is about to turn even more hawkish Sweden is part of the EU's so-called "frugal" bloc, alongside Germany and the Netherlands - net contributors pushing to rein in the bloc's next long-term budget and limit the cost for national taxpayers. But a shift to the left in Stockholm is unlikely to soften its position. -
No Comment Russian drone strikes passenger train in Odesa region, killing driver A Russian Shahed drone struck a passenger train in Ukraine’s Odesa region on 13 August 2026, killing the driver and his assistant and forcing the evacuation of 340 passengers, including 67 children, in the Berezivka district. -
Residences This boutique hotel in Lisbon has an in-house library, rooftop sunset sessions and a pillow menu Villa Dorothéa is designed as a private micro-neighbourhood within Lapa, threaded through with passageways that give it the feel of a village. -
Destinations Missed the eclipse? Here’s where to travel to see 2027’s ‘eclipse of the century’ Gibraltar, Marbella and Lampedusa all lie in the path of totality for the eclipse on 2 August, 2027. -
Climate Snow cannons and reservoirs: How Swiss resorts' winter equipment could help put out wildfires Kilometres of underground water pipes could prove useful beyond the winter months as the risk of wildfires grows even in places like Switzerland. -
Business What is Truth API? The $100,000 feed that has landed Trump a lawsuit Two press organisations have asked a Manhattan federal court to shut down Truth API, the service launched this month that sells Wall Street firms faster access to US President Donald Trump's Truth Social posts for up to $100,000 a month. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
The Cube TikTok's finfluencers: How reliable is the financial advice reaching young investors? Young people are increasingly turning to social media for financial information and advice, amid a sea of dubious tips. What do experts say are the warning signs to watch out for? -
Destinations Historic Valbonne estate loved by Duran Duran is now up for sale Located near the village of Valbonne, Domaine de La Sylviane reveals a quieter side of the French Riviera where centuries-old town squares, olive groves and Provençal heritage remain virtually untouched. -
Culture news And the winner is... Burgas to host 2027 Eurovision Song Contest Bulgaria's 4th largest city Burgas has won the right to host the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest. The Black Sea resort has been praised for its 'uniqueness' as the country prepares to hold the world's biggest live song competition for the very first time. -
Europe News Aerial footage captures total solar eclipse over Spain Spain witnessed a rare total solar eclipse on Wednesday, the first visible from the country in more than a century. In Getxo, in the Basque Country, the eclipse was seen near the Port of Bilbao as the moon passed directly between the Earth and the sun. -
Sport 'I really doubt I'll carry on': Messi sees end of football career in farewell to his father The Argentinian footballer has published an open letter bidding farewell to his father and agent Jorge Messi, who died on 8 August in Rosario after a long illness. In it, the Argentina captain admits he is unsure whether he will carry on playing. -
Art Solar eclipse 2026 in pictures: The best shots from around Europe Millions witnessed the most significant eclipse in Europe for decades yesterday evening as the Sun disappeared behind the Moon. Here are some of the best shots taken from the celestial event. -
Economy Inflation in Spain rises to 3.6% in July, the worst rate in over two years Spain has logged five months in a row of annual inflation above 3%, driven by costlier electricity and fuel as the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz persists. In July, power prices top €100 per MWh, the highest year-on-year figure since 2022. -
No Comment Soaring stingray numbers off California beaches drive record injuries California is seeing unusually large numbers of round stingrays near its beaches, as warmer coastal waters and an expected strong El Niño draw the animals closer to shore. -
Europe News 'Ceuta and Melilla's Spanish status is beyond doubt', foreign ministry sources tell 'Euronews' The response of Spanish diplomatic officials comes as Morocco’s justice minister Abdellatif Ouahbi claims the issue "remains on the table" in talks with Spain. -
Health news West Nile virus surge in Greece with Attica at the epicentre Greek authorities are concerned over the West Nile virus surge in the country, with 45 new locally transmitted infections reported last week. -
Earth News Wild boar roam Portuguese streets: Video shows animals using pedestrian crossing at night A group of wild boar was spotted at night roaming the streets of Setúbal, even crossing a busy road, as their growing presence prompts the council to urge caution. -
Europe News Timelapse of partial solar eclipse seen from Royal Observatory Greenwich Britain witnessed its most significant solar eclipse since 1999, with more than 90% of the Sun obscured in some parts of the country. Crowds gathered in parks and open spaces to watch the rare celestial event. In London, the sky turned an eerie grey as a sliver of sunlight appeared above the Moon. -
Japan Tokyo issues angry response as Putin visits disputed islands near Japan The four islands, occupied by Russia during World War II, have gained importance since the war's end, providing the Kremlin with strategic military bases. -
No Comment Colombia: "scene of horror" as Pereira rescuers search rubble Colombia's earthquake death toll rose to 265 in Pereira by 12 August 2026, with almost 500 still missing. Rescuers described scenes of horror as the critical 72-hour survival window closed. -
Europe News Which way for EU enlargement? Brussels faces moment of truth over bloc's expansion EU enlargement is set to face its moment of truth in the coming months as Montenegro and Albania near membership, Ukraine and Moldova advance, and Brussels weighs reforms needed to absorb a bigger, more complex Union. -
Europe News Hikers in awe as solar eclipse turns sky red over French Pyrenees Hikers and astronomers gathered at France’s Pic du Midi to watch the solar eclipse from the Pyrenees. Clouds partly obscured the event, but visitors described the experience as peaceful, poetic and “magical”. -
Culture news 'The best night of my life' Travis Kelce shares first thoughts on intimate wedding to Taylor Swift American footballer Travis Kelce has revealed his feelings about becoming one with Taylor Swift in his first comments on his secretive marriage to the pop sensation. -
No Comment Half a million visitors flock to Spain’s path of total solar eclipse Spain witnessed its first total solar eclipse in more than a century on Wednesday 12 August, drawing millions of people to viewing sites across the north of the country as the Moon passed directly in front of the Sun. -
EU.XL The EU loses one in four litres of treated water. Can digitalisation fix that? Global water demand will increase by 55 percent by 2050. Europe loses 23 percent of treated water before it's billed because of old, leaky pipes. Water Europe says AI-driven upgrades could generate around €3 billion in annual savings and more than 13,000 jobs. -
No Comment Rare eclipse plunges parts of Europe into darkness Skywatchers across Europe gathered to watch a rare solar eclipse, using protective glasses as the Moon passed in front of the Sun. -
Business Financial sovereignty, digital euro and payment roaming: EU seeks alternatives to US cards From the digital euro to private interoperability and Brazil's PIX, the race for sovereignty is on, but the real test is securing payment autonomy at home and abroad. -
Health news Taking the stairs could be better for your heart than you think Taking the stairs can significantly reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to a major new study. -
Moments Ranked: The world's best stargazing destinations – and the No.1 is in France In a new ‘clean sky index’ of the world’s best stargazing destinations, Pic du Midi in France came out on top for its combination of sky quality and accessibility. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy Wildfires in Europe: Is 2026 already the worst year on record? As of early August, 2026 is the worst year for several European countries over the last 15 years in terms of cumulative area burnt by wildfires. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the countries hit the hardest. -
Europe News Tourist guides raise the alarm as Europe braces for another heatwave Last summer, a 56-year-old guide died after collapsing while leading a visit of the Colosseum in Rome in scorching heat. -
Climate Millions of solar eclipse glasses could end up in landfill: Here’s what to do instead Be a responsible consumer by following expert advice on what to do with your glasses now the eclipse is over. -
Yemen Over 150 civilians killed in US strikes on Houthis in Yemen, Pentagon says A Pentagon review sent to Congress found three April 2025 airstrikes against Houthi positions — including one on Ras Isa port that killed 80 people — resulted in 153 civilian deaths and 243 injuries. The report determined condolence payments to victims were not appropriate, without explaining why. -
Democratic Republic Of Congo Congo’s Ebola outbreak on track to surpass deadliest in history, WHO chief says “At its current pace, it’s on track to eclipse the West African Ebola outbreak of 2014 to 2016,” WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told reporters on Wednesday. -
Oman Oil spill from tanker believed to be Russian reaches Oman's coastline, Muscat authorities say The beaches of Ras Madrakah on mainland Oman, around 200 kilometres north of Qabiliyah Island, have also been contaminated, according to Oman's Environment Authority, which has been keeping an eye on the leak.