18 August 2026 | Euronews
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Europe News French film producer Nicolas Altmayer and Dior PR director Mathilde Favier killed in car crash "Their joint passing has cast a shadow over two worlds which, one through the stories it creates and the other through the silhouettes it crafts, together carry France’s cultural influence far and wide," Catherine Pégard, France's Culture Minister, said. -
USA ICC hits back after US announces fresh sanctions on senior court figures Responding to the US' move in a statement, the ICC reportedly said the new sanctions "undermine the rule of law." -
Europe News Over 2,000 emergency personnel tackle wildfires still raging in Portugal The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (source in Portuguese) has placed nine districts under orange warning until 18:00 this Tuesday, with the rest of mainland Portugal, except Lisbon, Setúbal and Faro, under yellow warning. -
Europe News Italy demands compensation from Germany over migrant arrivals Since Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni took office in October 2022, German aid organisations have, according to Rome's figures, brought around 22,500 migrants to Italian ports. -
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Europe News Police decry conditions in Ceuta: One bathroom for 70 officers and eight officers to a room Complaints about the conditions have already been formally submitted and the CEP expects measures to be taken as soon as possible to remedy the shortcomings and resolve the situation. -
Europe News London's St Pancras station briefly evacuated amid controlled explosion of unattended car Eurostar services are continuing to operate as normal. Police have since declared the incident as non-suspicious. -
Europe News Drought exposes remains of ancient Roman bridge in the Tiber river in Rome The Tiber is at a historic low, and near Castel Sant’Angelo, the pillars of what was once a Neronian bridge, dating from the early centuries AD, have re-emerged. -
Business Commerzbank, German resistance wanes: UniCredit nears deal, what could change UniCredit eyes control of Commerzbank as Berlin opens the door on its 12.7% stake. What it means for Italy, Germany and European banks -
No Comment Italian town carries towering Virgin Mary structure through streets Thousands gather in Sora, Italy, as devotees carry a 16-metre-high illuminated structure through the streets for the Feast of the Assumption. -
No Comment Champagne harvest starts early in France as heatwave speeds ripening Aerial and close-up footage shows an early Champagne grape harvest in Tours-sur-Marne as heatwaves force smaller crews and faster picking schedules -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 18th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Travel News New Expedia data shows autumn travel can still be more affordable than summer – if you know where to look Expedia data reveals where hotel prices are falling after summer, while interest in lesser-known destinations including Luxembourg, Albania and Montenegro is soaring. -
Europe News EU supports repatriation of unaccompanied migrant minors from Ceuta to Morocco The European Commission confirmed on Tuesday that returns are covered by EU law. -
Travel News This new budget airline is launching direct flights to Spain’s Santiago de Compostela The launch is timed with 2027’s Holy Year, when more pilgrims than ever are expected to complete the Camino de Santiago. -
Europe News France: drones are becoming a new way to smuggle goods into prisons In Villefranche-sur-Saône, more than 1,800 deliveries have been recorded in less thantwo months, while in Strasbourg, drone flights now disrupt rescue helicopters. -
Health news Why do astronauts get constipated in space? Blood tests offer new clues Blood tests from 52 astronauts suggest that gut bacteria break down more protein during spaceflight. The findings may also be relevant for patients on Earth. -
United Arab Emirates UAE says Iran targeted its territory with two missiles after first alert in months Tuesday's alert was the first in months after a false alarm in June and a July alert for an attack that ultimately did not enter UAE territory. Before that, the last missile warning came in early May. -
Economy Midnight showdown looms as US and Canada meet to sidestep Trump’s tariff blitz The US and Canada are locked in last-minute talks to prevent a fresh wave of tariffs from striking at 00:01 ET on Wednesday. US President Donald Trump has vowed to slap 50% duties on $20 billion (€17.2bn) worth of Canadian products if a deal is not reached in time. -
Europe News Belgian and Ukrainian Foreign Ministers meet in Kyiv bomb shelter amid air siren Air raid sirens have become a familiar sound in Kyiv. One website tracking air alerts in the city shows that eight have already gone off on Tuesday, with one active at the time of writing. -
Culture news Phyllida Law, celebrated actress and Emma Thompson's mother, dies aged 94 Phyllida Law acted alongside her daughters Emma and Sophie in numerous film projects, in a career spanning eight decades. -
Travel News One third of global travel spending last year was in Europe, new report finds Europe accounted for a third of global leisure travel receipts in 2025, with countries such as Italy, Spain, Türkiye and France expected to drive further growth this year. Here’s what your travel itinerary could look like. -
Earth News Record-breaking investment in renewables could cement Canada as new clean energy superpower The slated green energy plans could light, heat and cool all the homes in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver combined. -
South Korea South Korea and Japan stress stress 'critical' US alliance as Trump slashes military drills Trump made the surprise announcement about the troop drawdown in a social media post just before US and South Korean soldiers began Monday's annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises. -
Europe News Eight non-EU countries to adopt EU sanctions on Belarus The measures tighten restrictions on trade and technology that could support Belarus's military and industrial capabilities. -
Europe News UK will 'support Ukraine 100%' despite Russian threat of 'consequences,' PM says "We are providing support so that Ukraine can defend itself," UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Tuesday. -
Culture news Drought reveals Emperor Nero's bridge beneath Rome's Tiber river Weeks without rain have caused Italy's Tiber River to fall to unusually low levels, revealing the remains of an ancient Roman bridge near the Vatican. Traditionally known as Nero's bridge, archaeologists believe the structure may actually date back to the reign of Emperor Caligula. -
Tech News From code to reasoning: AI reshapes the skills of young programmers At the International Olympiad in Informatics in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, 386 young programmers from 97 countries faced six algorithmic problems as AI reshapes coding, problem-solving and computer science education. -
Qatar Qatar says it repatriated body of Iranian pilot and denies claims of holding three others Doha said it invited Tehran to send a technical team to review its search operation but received no response, calling Iran's accusations "false" and "illogical" and suggesting they were aimed at a domestic audience. Qatar's foreign ministry also said US-Iran talks were "far" from resuming. -
Silk Road Adventures When the city lights up: discovering Uzbekistan after sunset Summer evenings bring people back into the streets of Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent, where restaurants, parks and historic squares remain busy long after sunset. -
Tech News Everything you need to know about Meta's biggest legal battle yet A landmark trial in California could force Meta to overhaul Facebook and Instagram after four states accused the company of designing its platforms to hook young users and hiding what it knew about the harm. -
Europe News Porcupines spread near Warsaw: 'It tasted some garden plants and got into the house' Porcupines have appeared in Mazovia and are increasingly visiting gardens and even homes. Authorities are searching for more and urging caution. How did these exotic animals end up in Poland? -
Earth News Basic tips on what to do in an earthquake Granada, Colombia, Indonesia, Japan: in recent weeks earthquakes have hit many regions. The Andalusian Seismic Institute shares essential safety advice. -
Tech News OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with new safety guardrails The AI company is rolling out age-specific protections for 13- to 17-year-olds, as researchers and parents raise growing concerns over teenagers' emotional reliance on chatbots. -
Art Picasso print stolen in broad daylight from Milwaukee gallery found eight years later A local landlord discovered the stolen artwork while clearing out a vacant apartment and took it to police after an antique dealer recognised it. -
Europe News Germany opens new drone security centre in Saxony-Anhalt amid rising threats The facility will research and test technology designed to detect and counter unauthorised drones around airports, major events and critical infrastructure. -
Destinations This new tool from Skyscanner helps pick your ideal beach based on vibes, distance and budget From quiet coves to lively Caribbean hotspots, Skyscanner’s new Paradise Guide reveals the best beaches for every kind of traveller. -
Tech News How Cyprus became one of Europe's biggest video game hubs A small Mediterranean island now ranks among Europe's top 10 gaming markets by revenue — and third in the world for mobile downloads, behind only China and Vietnam. -
Europe News Ukrainian national convicted by German court over links to Russian sabotage plot Germany is Ukraine's most important backer in its fight against Russia's full-scale invasion and has been on high alert for suspected sabotage and espionage operations emanating from Moscow. -
Markets European bond yields hit multi-year highs on Iran war inflation fears European government bonds came under significant selling pressure on Tuesday, with France’s 10-year bond yield hitting a 17-year high and Germany’s 10-year Bund yield reaching its highest level since 2011. -
Travel News These are the world’s best airlines according to flyers – and Asian carriers dominate the rankings The preferred airlines in Europe were named as British Airways, Lufthansa and KLM. -
Europe News Europe’s €2.5tn spending power could go green as business coalition presses EU to act A broad coalition of business and civil society groups is urging the European Commission to introduce mandatory purchasing criteria to create demand for low-carbon products, effectively making procurement part of Europe's industrial strategy. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 18th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Iran Trump says 'no talks' taking place with Iran and claims Strait of Hormuz is 'open and operating' The president had earlier posted an image of a map showing the Strait as a new US territory, appearing to restate his threat to claim sovereignty over the passage from last week. -
Culture news Lorca's latest works found: a love letter cut short by the Civil War and an unpublished poem Scholars are still uncovering works by the Granada poet and playwright, shot 90 years ago for his politics and sexuality. Two biopics about him are due between 2026 and 2027. -
Economy UK wage growth lags as Iran war weighs on cost of living The ongoing Middle East crisis has led to soaring energy prices across the UK and much of Europe, further contributing to higher living costs. -
Culture news Laura Cardoso, legend of Brazilian soap operas, dies aged 98 Her death was confirmed by relatives via the actress's official Instagram. On TV she shone in telenovelas including "Chocolate com Pimenta", "Caminho das Índias" and "Gabriela". -
Moments Y2K travel is the nostalgia-fuelled holiday trend taking millennials back to the 90s and 00s New research reveals that 65% of millennials travel in search of “simpler times”, with everything from Lizzie McGuire Vespa tours in Rome to Barbie dream houses and retro gaming adventures driving the rise of Y2K travel. -
Europe News Foot-and-mouth disease: Lesvos cheese ban lifted amid tourist season Free transport of cheese products by Lesbos visitors - tourists and locals can now take them off the island -
Cinema 'Niu Lai': How is a 'disaster-level' Chinese animated film rivalling 'The Odyssey' at the box-office? A low-budget and shoddy-looking animated film has emerged as this summer’s most unexpected box-office hit in China. Here’s how ‘Niu Lai’ has transformed online mockery into big bucks and a viral phenomenon. -
Earth News Rhine drought, heatwaves and deaths: Is it time for Germany to enshrine climate protection in law? Germany’s coalition government is split over putting climate protection in the constitution. -
Europe News FIFA confirms COO Kevin Lamour has left after criticising Infantino's World Cup plans The senior FIFA executive had warned speaking out against Infantino's controversial investment plan could cost him his job. -
Europe News Leap of faith: Firefighter's ladder too short, woman jumps from 11th floor blaze in Berlin The video shows how the woman made the two-storey drop and land safely in the basket of the ladder next to a firefighter. -
Markets Nasdaq confirms 23-hour trading from December with new overnight session Nasdaq will begin trading US stocks for nearly 23 hours a day from 6 December, adding a new overnight session from 9pm to 4am ET, as the exchange races to compete with round-the-clock crypto and tokenised markets and with investors abroad clamouring for access. -
Europe News Firefighters pushing to 'definitively encircle' east Belgium wildfire, authorities say Europe has been swept by weeks of devastating wildfires fuelled by dry conditions and a historically hot summer, with France, Greece, Portugal and Spain also battling major fires. -
Culture news Wladimir Klitschko says he is in 'profound shock' following death of ex-partner Hayden Panettiere In an emotional Instagram post, Klitschko reflected on their time together, writing: “Nothing will erase the times we shared or the place she had in our lives.” -
Health news Ebola outbreak in Congo becomes country’s worst as virus spreads at “exceptional pace” Congo’s latest Ebola outbreak has killed more than 2,300 people, making it the deadliest outbreak of the disease ever recorded in the country. -
Europe News Sophie Adenot becomes first French woman to conduct spacewalk at ISS The goal of the six-and-a-half hour spacewalk is to replace a space-to-ground antenna on the orbital complex, according to NASA. -
No Comment Spain and France battle wildfires as 17,000 hectares burn in Aragon French and Spanish firefighters work together to tackle wildfires in Spain's Aragon region, where more than 17,000 hectares have burned. -
Europe News Risky jumps from France's Marseille corniche rise in popularity Popularised on social media, this trend is attracting more and more young people and tourists. Concerned about accidents, the city council is boosting prevention and considering dedicated zones to better regulate the practice. -
Europe News At least 10 killed in Russian strike in northeast Ukraine's Kharkiv region, governor says The Kharkiv region, parts of which are occupied by Russian forces, has been hit heavily since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022. -
Culture news Shakira and Warren Buffett's son announce rebuilding of schools in Chocó The Colombian singer will not personally donate the announced one million dollars; the sum will be channelled through Global Citizen and promoter Live Nation, in which she is involved. -
Europe News Ukraine's parliament returns with defence and foreign ministry crises unresolved Ukraine's parliament reconvenes on Tuesday with the defence and foreign ministries still without permanent heads, a month after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy abruptly dismissed Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister. -
EU.XL Could the EU ban smoking? Commission to re-write rules for the next generation The EU is pursuing its biggest overhaul of tobacco taxation in a decade. The proposed Tobacco Taxation Directive (TTD) raises taxes on cigarettes and introduces taxes on vapes, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches. After the Parliament rejected its position, Council negotiations continue. -
Culture news Kanye 'Ye' West to perform in Russia - a first since invasion of Ukraine in 2022 If the concerts scheduled for 10 and 11 October go ahead, the controversial US rapper would become the first major Western music star to perform in Russia since the country launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. -
Food and Drink Brazilian restaurant adapts menus to climate challenges One of the first restaurants in Latin America to earn three Michelin stars adapts its menus to seasonal produce, using practical, inventive solutions to cope with the growing climate volatility. -
Europe News Explainer: What's the EU's carbon market, and why does it matter? The European Commission proposed revising the bloc's major climate policy, the Emissions Trading System (ETS), on 17 July. Euronews explains what the ETS is, why it is being revised and why it has become an incredibly polarising topic on the EU agenda. -
No Comment Mount Etna erupts a day after US tourist killed by lightning Mount Etna erupts in Sicily, sending smoke and ash into the sky, a day after a US tourist died from a lightning strike while hiking on the volcano. -
Europe News As Europe’s challenges persist, where are its leaders unwinding this summer? European leaders are trading their offices for coastlines and rural retreats. But with crises persisting across the continent, escapes are fraught with reputational risks. -
Europe News Hungary opens sluice and sinks barges to protect nuclear plant as Danube levels fall Emergency engineering work is under way as authorities brace for a further sharp drop in river levels before conditions are expected to improve later this week. -
Culture news Spice Girls leader Geri Halliwell's Córdoba-born great-grandfather executed after Spanish Civil War Emiliano Hidalgo, former Republican mayor of Dos Torres, was executed on 27 December 1940 after a Francoist court martial. His 116-page military file reveals the charges that led to his execution. -
Europe News Liechtenstein changes rules to allow women to inherit principality's throne Liechtenstein, a wealthy nation of 40,000 people that borders Switzerland and Austria, has an unusually powerful monarchy by European standards. -
Ecotech Pocket-sized sensors and mobile apps are changing how Londoners track air pollution Portable pollution sensors are opening up places once impossible to monitor, from Tube platforms to school playgrounds. -
Travel News This stunning new retreat focusing on wellness, music and gastronomy just opened in Ibiza Nômade Temple Ibiza wants to return to the island’s “deeper history” which is “rooted in freedom, creativity and connection”. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 18th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy Want to retire in your 40s? Young workers are turning to FIRE As more employees face workplace burnout or choose to pursue passion projects, FIRE is increasingly becoming a way to achieve financial independence early. -
Zambia Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema wins re-election with 60% of vote, officials say The election was widely seen as a referendum on Hichilema's first term during which Zambia's economy returned to growth after years of fiscal distress. -
USA Judge blocks Trump administration's attempt to scrap move to Biden-selected FBI headquarters Officials in the Trump administration sought to scrap plans for relocation to a site approved under the Biden administration in favour of repurposing another building just blocks from the current FBI headquarters in the nation’s capital. -
USA Luigi Mangione's state murder trial effectively postponed after federal guilty plea in double jeopardy claim Mangione’s attorneys argued that he was being double charged for the same “criminal transaction” pleading for the state case to be tossed out. Mangione pleaded guilty to the stalking and fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in 2024. -
USA Opening statements begin in long-awaited trial almost 30 years after hip-hop star Tupac Shakur was murdered Duane Davis is being accused of planning the fatal 1996 Las Vegas shooting which claimed the life of hip-hop’s rising star Tupac Shakur. Davis was the first to be charged in connection with the murder, after he was indicted in 2023. -
Europe News Viennese woman takes city to court over toilet fees A 27-year-old Viennese woman is suing the city over public toilet fees, arguing that women have to pay 50 cents to use stalls while men can use certain urinals for free.