24 August 2026 | Euronews
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Europe News Saudi Arabia to pump €6 billion into building three theme parks near Paris The parks are set to be constructed in Cergy-Pontoise to the northwest of Paris and are expected to include a manga-themed attraction. -
Climate Tornado in Aude: at least 26 injured and around 100 homes damaged A powerful tornado hit several communes in the Aude on Monday, causing major damage, particularly in Pomas, with gusts recorded at up to 117 km/h. -
USA US Treasury Secretary launches 'Operation Economic Outcast' aimed at isolating Iran "Any entity that facilitates money laundering on behalf of Iran will be removed from the US dollar system," US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday. -
Europe News UK to share SCALP missile blueprints with Ukraine as Coalition of the Willing meets in Kyiv Britain will share technical information on the SCALP cruise missile with Ukraine, bringing Kyiv closer to producing the long-range strike weapon at home. Ukraine is still seeking US approval to manufacture Patriot interceptors. -
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Europe News Victims of abuse at youth care home to be compensated by Danish government According to the Ministry of Social Affairs, between 1949 and 1976, personal accounts and its files showed "serious and systemic failings during the stay of the 13 former residents in this home, which was under state supervision." -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 24th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Yemen Houthis claim strike on Saudi tanker in latest Red Sea escalation The missile struck a tanker 63 nautical miles west of Yanbu, setting it ablaze, in the latest strike under the Houthis' announced blockade of Saudi Arabia, threatening its ability to export millions of barrels of crude oil per day. -
Business UK firm running Portugal's largest solar plant files for insolvency Based in Alcoutim, in the Algarve, Solara4 has been operating for five years, but over that time it has repeatedly run into a series of setbacks. -
Europe News Tensions in the Alps after antisemitic video Each summer for decades, Orthodox Jewish communities have sought the calm of the Alps, but their presence and strict lifestyle can irritate locals and other tourists. -
Europe News Ukraine’s robot and drone parade offers a glimpse of the future of war Ukraine marked its 35th Independence Day with a military display unlike any it had staged before: robots on the streets of Kyiv, naval drones on the Dnipro river and UAVs in the skies above the capital, showcasing technologies that have transformed the battlefield since Russia’s full-scale invasion. -
No Comment Greta Thunberg joins 10,000 climate marchers in Stockholm Around 10,000 people marched through Stockholm on Sunday demanding stronger climate action, a month before Sweden's general election. -
Canada Trump threatens to double tariffs on Canadian vehicles to 50% after trade talks collapse "Canada has been ripping off the United States of America for years," the president wrote in a post on his Truth Social account. -
Travel News Crazy about castles? This interactive map lets you explore thousands of them around the world Your next castle-filled trip could be mapped out for you with an interactive tool which pinpoints more than 7,700 castles, fortresses and palaces across 141 countries. -
Business Volkswagen workers condemn ‘disastrous’ communication over job cuts Employees have criticised Volkswagen’s management as the German carmaker considers further job cuts and the future of several plants. -
Culture news The Cat in the Hat is terrorising TikTok — but how did this horror trend get so out of hand? A new fear has been unlocked — and it's wearing a top hat. Police have since issued a statement after some TikTok users became concerned a life-sized version of The Cat in the Hat was stalking the streets in the UK and Ireland. -
Europe News As bitcoin soars people ask who is Giancarlo Devasini, Italy's richest man? Bitcoin is nearing $80,000 again, putting the crypto economy and Giancarlo Devasini in the spotlight. -
Culture news Trump adds bronze statue of Thomas Jefferson to transformed White House Rose Garden Donald Trump has transformed the White House Rose Garden, replacing much of its traditional lawn with a white stone patio and a growing collection of statues of America's founding fathers. -
Tech News Macron confirms school mobile phone ban effective from new term The ban on mobile phones in secondary schools "could take effect from the start of term next week", government spokesperson Maud Bregeon announced. -
Europe News Hungary on track to unlock €10bn in EU funds before August reform deadline Hungary is on track to meet all EU criteria by the end of August to unlock €10 billion in frozen recovery funds. Budapest and Commission sources say the process is on track, with two-thirds of the required milestones already met. -
Culture news ‘It’s excruciating’: Welcome to Bavaria’s unusual finger wrestling championship Competitors put strength, technique and tough skin to the test at Germany’s finger wrestling championships in Bavaria. The traditional Alpine sport sees opponents hook their middle fingers into a leather loop and pull until one is dragged across the table. -
Europe News Spain PM Pedro Sanchez convenes security council over Ceuta migrant crisis Authorities are struggling to restore normality in the Spanish enclave as pressure mounts over migrant returns and the EU's response to the crisis. -
Earth News World's oceans hit hottest temperature ever recorded in August as El Niño takes hold The average global sea surface temperature outside polar regions reached 21.1°C on Saturday. -
Europe News Britain must be 'bolder' in seeking closer relations with EU, UK PM Burnham says "That included building on the close defence and security ties already forged between the UK and European Allies to drive greater cooperation across all areas of the relationship," Burnham said. -
Culture news Brad Pitt returns to San Sebastian after 17 years to present 'Heart of the Beast' The US actor will return to the San Sebastián Festival 17 years on to present with director David Ayer "Heart of the Beast", a survival thriller showing out of competition. -
Sport Esports World Cup crowns champions in Paris after move from Riyadh The China-based AG.AL claimed the $7 million Club Championship as the seven-week tournament wrapped up its first edition outside Saudi Arabia after a short-notice relocation to France. -
No Comment Warehouse burns near St Petersburg as Ukraine targets Ozon sites Firefighters tackled a blaze at a logistics centre next to an Ozon facility on the outskirts of St Petersburg, as Ukraine said it was expanding its drone campaign against Russian e-commerce warehouses. -
Europe News Meloni made migrant 'returns' popular in the EU. Now the policy is backfiring on her Meloni championed irregular migrant “returns” in a hardline push to externalise EU borders. Now, more member states are asking Italy to take back migrants under the first-arrival principle. -
Travel News Naro in Sicily becomes the latest Italian destination to offer homes for just €1 For those with €1 burning a hole in their pockets, Sicily’s medieval town of Naro is offering homes for next to nothing. But, before you pack your bags, there are a few things to consider… -
Europe News French election 2027: Poll puts Mélenchon in contention for run-off Eight months before the presidential election, Jean-Luc Mélenchon is surging in the polls. The LFI leader could now reach the run-off, while the left is split between his bid and the alternative championed by Raphaël Glucksmann. -
Europe News European allies back Ukraine as country marks Independence Day without US envoys European leaders joined Zelenskyy in Kyiv as Ukraine marked its fifth Independence Day since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022. No delegates from the Trump administration were present as Witkoff and Kushner stayed away from ceremony. -
Culture news Has Meghan Markle already been dropped from starring in ‘The Gentlemen’ show following her return to England? There has been speculation that Meghan Markle was set to make her return to acting following her return to the UK. A rumoured role in Guy Ritchie’s show The Gentlemen was on the table... and has now apparently been withdrawn “after intense backlash in the UK”... -
Health news Attacks on health workers in DR Congo making Ebola fight 'harder,' Red Cross says Driven by the rare Bundibugyo strain of the virus, for which there are no vaccines or treatments, the outbreak is the biggest in the DRC's history. -
Space African nations ramp up their space programmes in a bid to reduce reliance on the West Eighteen African countries have now launched satellites, as the continent builds its own space sector and looks to cut reliance on foreign, Western powers. -
USA Tens of thousands evacuated as Hawk wildfire nears western US city of Reno No deaths have been reported, but at least six people have been injured, including three first responders, with several mountaintop houses destroyed, according to local media. -
World 'No place like Halkidiki': Travellers' vote of confidence as tourist profile shifts There is "nowhere like Halkidiki" say locals and more than a million foreign tourists each year, yet geopolitical shifts in the past five years have changed who visits the area – an on-the-ground report by Euronews. -
Health news Vaccine response: Scientists say the secret may already be in your blood Patterns in the blood, present before vaccination, could help predict how strongly a person's immune system will respond, a new study has found. -
Business Shein launches IPO at a sharply lower valuation — and Europe is central to its success Shein is seeking a valuation of up to approximately $27 billion (€23.1bn) in its September flotation on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, far below its reported peak of $100 billion in 2022. Europe is a key market, but new customs rules and regulatory scrutiny threaten its low-cost model. -
Culture news Dolly Parton shares health update and considers ‘avatar performances’ in future The 80-year-old country legend has shared an update on her health after being forced to cancel her Vegas residency. She has also said she is considering “avatar performances” in the future... -
Europe News Sweden moves to prevent school attacks after one killed in sword assault in Fagersta Education Minister Simona Mohamsson told a press conference that the government would be appointing a school attack commission "that will propose new measures to prevent future school attacks." -
Culture news 48 ancient Egyptian treasures returned to Egyptian authorities after FBI investigation The FBI has returned 48 ancient Egyptian artefacts to Egypt following an investigation by its Art Crime Team. The collection includes figurines, amulets and tomb equipment dating from the Pharaonic, Roman and Coptic periods. -
Europe News US comedy star trapped in Hermès toilet for 80 minutes What started as a brief visit to a Hermès store ended badly for US comedian Zarna Garg: she was stuck for 80 minutes in the Berlin shop's toilet and now blames the retailer. -
Iran Iranian state TV broadcasts video targeting Barron Trump with $10m bounty Tehran state-run media has broadcast footage purportedly tracking US President Donald Trump's youngest son, showing the location of his university, escort vehicles and Secret Service posts, and alleging his movements were "fully monitored". -
South Korea South Korea says US cancelled joint marine drills over force constraints from Iran war The cancellation follows US President Donald Trump's order last week to scale down the separate annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises, cutting the joint drills from 11 days to five. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 24th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
New Zealand New Zealand's government introduces legislation to ban social media for under-16s Under the proposed law, firms like Meta could be fined up to 10% of their global revenue if they fail to comply. -
Europe News Hungarian air force Gripen fighter jet crashes near Szolnok The pilot managed to eject, and no one was injured. The circumstances of the accident are being investigated and the defence minister travelled to the site. -
Economy US threatens Iran with 'economic D-Day' as markets await sanctions announcement US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced the launch of what he calls an 'economic D-Day' against Iran, describing the campaign as the single greatest financial offensive ever directed at an adversary, with further details due later on Monday. -
Culture news Erling Haaland's new haircut goes viral and sends both fans and celebrities into a frenzy The Manchester City superstar has debuted a new look for the start of the Premier League season, and fans are divided. Zlatan Ibrahimovic told Haaland: “What did you do? You lost a bet or what? Block me and erase my number.” -
Culture news Netherlands withdraws from 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, says competition 'no longer' neutral The 2026 competition was watched by 131 million viewers, down 35 million on the year before after five countries boycotted it over Israel's participation. -
Europe News 41-year-old French tourist dies while hiking in Crete The French couple went on what proved to be a fatal hike in harsh weather conditions despite notices warning of the danger. -
Europe News Greece moves Patriot system to Crete over reported Iran threats to US bases The Financial Times reported last week, quoting Iranian sources, that Iran would fire missiles at US targets in Europe if President Donald Trump steps up military pressure over the Strait of Hormuz. -
Earth News Potato shortages could hit France as farmers warn of record-low yields following heatwaves This year's French potato harvest is expected to be particularly challenging. -
USA US strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in Pacific Ocean kills at least two The US military launched operation "Southern Spear" in early September, with President Donald Trump arguing Washington is effectively at war with drug cartels operating out of Latin America. -
Tech News From iPods to wired headphones: Why more Gen Zers are picking retro tech As social media fatigue grows, Gen Zers are opting to take a break with retro devices like flip phones and vinyl records. -
Europe News 'We are stepping up': EU approves €6.1 billion for Ukraine’s defences As Ukraine continues to sustain brutal Russian bombardment, the European Union has approved €6.1 billion for the war-torn country’s defences as part of the bloc’s €90 billion loan programme. -
Business Why is UK football club hiring booming, with data analyst roles surging? Football clubs in the UK are advertising more jobs than ever, with recruitment rising sharply in recent years and the share of data and analytics roles growing significantly. -
EU.XL Can an underwater attack disrupt the EU? Take our poll The next battlefield could be underwater. Every day, the cables, pipelines and shipping lanes crossing Europe's waters quietly power the global economy, carrying everything from internet traffic and financial transactions to energy and trade. Keeping them safe is becoming increasingly important. -
Europe News Norwegian King Harald's health 'deteriorated' over the weekend, palace says Europe's oldest reigning monarch is being treated for haemolytic anaemia, a condition caused by an abnormally rapid destruction of red blood cells which leads to fatigue, paleness and shortness of breath. -
No Comment Beijing Robot Games: humanoids take on sprints, football and tai chi More than 2,000 robots compete in races, football and tai chi at the Beijing Robot Games, testing the movement and stability of humanoid machines. -
Culture news Celebrities call for protection of child actors after Hayden Panettiere’s death Hollywood continues to mourn the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, which has sparked discussions regarding the way the film industry treats child stars. "It’s not a coincidence that so many former, specifically pre-sexualized female, child ‘stars’ have profoundly sad lives and untimely ends." -
Europe News Ukraine launches drone strikes on Russian e-commerce giant Ozon Four logistics hubs in southern Russia were attacked as Kyiv expanded its campaign against supply networks it says support Moscow's military. -
Europe News Syrian criminal clans: How is Germany attempting to address the problem? Criminally organised groups pose a consistently high threat, a federal report has found. Some states, including Saxony, have a "Taskforce Clan" as one group there has recently attracted particular attention. -
Thailand Thai PM meets security chiefs after coordinated attacks in three southern provinces As has often been the case with such incidents, no group was immediately publicly blamed or claimed responsibility for the actions. -
Europe News Owner of Swiss bar in deadly New year blaze held for domestic abuse, media say French couple Jacques and Jessica Moretti have been the focus of intense scrutiny since the fire ripped though their bar Le Constellation, in the Crans-Montana ski resort in the early hours of 1 January. -
EU.XL Is the EU ready to fight underwater threats? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot Underwater sabotage and threats are challenging Europe's security. In June, the Commission proposed €325 billion for five defence projects, including one on maritime and seabed surveillance. But what is the EU’s strategy to ramp up maritme defence? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot. -
Europe News Iceland's moment of reckoning: What the referendum means for the EU Iceland votes Saturday on resuming EU membership talks. A "Yes" would restart negotiations with Brussels, with fisheries likely to emerge as the key sticking point. A "No" could provide a setback for the EU's enlargement drive. -
Europe News Migrants and rescue ships face threats and harassment at sea from Libyan groups, NGO says The International Organisation for Migration said this month that the number of deaths in the Mediterranean had increased, while the number of migrants attempting the crossing had fallen because of tougher European policies. -
Culture news Dog Stars and Dark Matter: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week From the pastel portraiture of Norwegian artist Asta Nørregaard, to the post-apocalyptic action of Ridley Scott's 'The Dog Stars', here's what's on this week's cultural agenda. -
Democratic Republic Of Congo DR Congo and M23 fighters agree to roadmap for peace talks, Switzerland says Both sides had previously signed an agreement in Doha last year, but fighting has continued in mineral-rich eastern DRC, a region that has endured years of conflict. -
India Indian police used excessive force during protests, Amnesty International says Demonstrations in the capital New Delhi, triggered by the leak of the national medical entrance test, turned violent on 20 July when thousands of protesters attempted to march towards parliament. -
Ecotech ‘Nature makes every colour in the world’: Meet the company brewing an end to toxic chemical dyes The fashion industry's toxic petrochemical dyes often end up in oceans. Could colours be 'brewed' from nature instead? -
Moments LAX, JFK, DXB: Everything you need to know about airport codes Miley Cyrus famously hopped off the plane at LAX with just a dream and a cardigan, but have you ever wondered what airport codes are actually used for? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 24th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Kazakhstan Kazakhstan’s new ruling party projected to win Sunday elections Kazakhstan's new ruling Adilet party has taken a decisive lead in early exit polls, with more than 70% of the vote in the country's early elections for its unicameral parliament which could give it roughly 105 of the 145 seats in the new legislative chamber. -
Europe News New UK PM Andy Burnham to visit Kyiv on first foreign trip, reaffirms support to Ukraine UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham will co-chair the meeting of the so-called Coalition of the Willing in Kyiv on Monday, along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. -
Guinea Landslide at landfill in Guinea kills 30 people, government says Heavy train triggered the landslide at the waste mound. The government had issued eviction orders to local residents living near the landfill in the days leading up to the incident out of fear for a collapse.