31 August 2026 | Euronews
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Culture news 60 years of Notting Hill Carnival: 10 essential songs chosen by its veterans For London's Notting Hill Carnival’s 60th anniversary, Euronews Culture spoke to 10 people who have helped shape, celebrate and document its culture - asking each of them to choose the one track that, for them, captures the spirit of the biggest festival of its kind in Europe. -
Europe News Hungary says it has met all conditions to unlock full €10bn EU Recovery Fund The release of post-pandemic recovery funds adds to Magyar's effort to draw a line under the Orbán era. -
Culture news Europol museum theft alert reaches Spain's Villena a day after historic heist Europol had warned three days before the assault of a rise in thefts of precious metals from European museums, but the alert reached the Villena Museum only the day after the treasure was plundered. -
Culture news Dolly Parton has left fans a secret song – but it’s locked away and buried until 2045 Dolly Parton may no longer be with us, but she recorded a secret song for her fans. The only snag is that it won't be released / literally unearthed until 2045... -
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No Comment Buenos Aires welcomes 800 couples for Tango BA World Championship Tango BA brings 800 couples from 47 countries to Buenos Aires, with world championship finals taking place at the Teatro Gran Rex. -
Europe News Romania will lose €770 million in EU funds over political deadlock Romania's main political parties missed a deadline to agree on a reform of public-sector salaries, a key condition for receiving post-pandemic EU funding. The failure has triggered a blame game between pro-European forces in the country. -
Health news Spain records 5,232 heat-related deaths in 2026, the highest figure since 2015 Spain has recorded 5,232 deaths attributed to high temperatures so far in 2026, the highest figure since records began in 2015. In August alone, a provisional 2,147 deaths are estimated. -
Europe News Iceland’s 'no' vote deals a blow to Brussels’ security pitch to wealthy nations Iceland rejected reopening EU membership, dealing a blow to Brussels' hope that security fears could draw wealthy neighbours closer to the bloc. -
Europe News Suspected Russian shadow fleet oil tanker boarded by EU forces in the Mediterranean "Illegal oil sales from shadow fleet ships are a critical lifeline for Russia’s war in Ukraine, and we’ll continue to cut them off," Kaja Kallas, the EU's top diplomat, said. -
Business QatarEnergy extends LNG cancellations into November as Hormuz disruption drags on QatarEnergy’s latest cancellations run into early November. Buyers in Europe and Asia are finding replacement cargoes, switching to other fuels or using less gas, while no one knows when LNG shipping through the Strait of Hormuz will return to normal. -
Economy European gas prices spike above €70 amid renewed Middle East fighting The benchmark Dutch TTF natural gas price rose above €70 per megawatt-hour on Monday, as renewed fighting between the US and Iran raised fresh concerns about further delays to LNG exports from the Persian Gulf. -
Moments Who are the world’s most polite tourists? These nationalities have the best travel manners A new survey reveals which nationalities are the best behaved, biggest tippers, biggest spenders, most adventurous and most passionate about food. -
Europe News EU expected to lobby member states to give Patriot interceptors to Ukraine Ukraine is running out of Patriot interceptors to shoot down Russian missiles and other airborne threats. The EU executive is expected to put pressure on Mediterranean nations, like Greece and Spain, to give theirs up at a defence meeting on Tuesday. -
Europe News Swiss man arrested after one killed and several wounded at rave shooting, police say In a statement earlier on Monday, the cantonal police said that partygoers were preparing to go home when several shots were fired "at a group of people." -
Iran Exclusive: US naval blockade is paralysing daily life, Iranians tell Euronews A Euronews Farsi exclusive shows how a reinstated US naval blockade is paralysing Iran’s trade, driving 70% inflation and pushing families into survival mode. From stranded cargo to empty tables, Iranian citizens speak out on the worsening humanitarian crisis. -
Culture news No strings attached: Air Guitar World Championships return for 30th edition in Finland Finnish performer Aapo “The Angus” Rautio has won the Air Guitar World Championships for a second consecutive year, taking the title in front of a home crowd in western Finland. -
Europe News Israel signs €3 billion arms export deal with Greece, defence ministry says In a statement, the Greek Defence Ministry said the multi-billion euro purchase was part of "the greatest reform of its armed forces in its history." -
Space Neutralisation protocol: the hidden safety system safeguarding lives at every launch The Flight Safety Division monitors Ariane 6’s trajectory in real time and can trigger its automatic destruction to protect people on the ground. Euronews spoke to one of the engineers tasked with ensuring everything goes smoothly. -
Space NASA launches Roman telescope to build biggest map of the universe yet The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launched from Florida on Sunday, beginning a mission to survey vast swathes of the sky and test whether the standard model of the universe still holds up. -
Europe News Russian strikes on warehouses leave Kyiv shops empty and destroy 12m school books ahead of new term The Russian Defence Ministry said on Sunday it is preparing “massive strikes” on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. -
Lifestyle ‘Polyester’: Understanding Gen Z’s new favourite insult (and why it’s a good thing) What does Gen Z’s latest viral insult mean and what does it reveal about their preoccupations? -
No Comment 200 bikers gather at Italy's Castel Gandolfo for motorcycle blessing Around 200 bikers gathered at Lake Castel Gandolfo for a motorcycle blessing, with Father Tadeusz Rozmus calling for brotherhood, respect and safer roads. -
Economy G20 finance chiefs gather in North Carolina with Iran sanctions and tariffs in focus Finance ministers and central bank governors from the world's largest economies meet in Asheville, North Carolina, on Monday and Tuesday, hosted by a US administration that is simultaneously pressing allies to help isolate Iran financially and imposing tariffs on several of them. -
Travel News Britain-Ireland ferry travel is changing as passengers face new passport rules from September Passengers travelling on several ferry routes between Britain and Ireland will face stricter ID requirements from 28 September, with valid passports replacing other forms of photo identification. -
Tech News EU places ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox under strictest digital safety rules Brussels has classified ChatGPT as a search engine under the Digital Services Act, a first for an AI chatbot, and designated Reddit and Roblox as Very Large Online Platforms. All three have four months to comply. -
Europe News Italy keeps Schengen suspension with Spain in place for further 15 days over Ceuta tensions The Interior Ministry has announced a further 15-day suspension of Schengen with Madrid, after Matteo Piantedosi said the situation in Ceuta remains tense and "far from improved". -
No Comment Michael Jackson fans dance to Thriller to mark King of Pop's 68th birthday Michaelmania took over the Mexican capital as fans gathered to honour Michael Jackson on what would have been the King of Pop's 68th birthday, performing Thriller’s iconic dance and dressing as zombies. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 31st, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 31st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Space Public reacts to Ariane 6 rocket launch with MTG-I2 Ariane 6 launched the MTG-I2 satellite from French Guiana, a new-generation Meteosat that strengthens Europe's pledge to weather monitoring. "Euronews" spoke to several people after the event to share their excitement first-hand. -
Europe News Spain's PM says Ceuta migrant surge inquiry ongoing, far-right behind 'fake' information Last week, Spain asked the European Commission for the support from Frontex and Europol to assist with the screening of migrants who are staying irregularly in Ceuta, according to several Spanish media outlets. -
No Comment Flash flood hits Grand Canyon’s Phantom Ranch, more than 20 people missing Flash flooding near Phantom Ranch sent debris into the Colorado River, destroyed footbridges and left more than 20 people missing or unaccounted for. -
EU.XL Why is the EU looking for new member states? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot Iceland has voted against reopening EU membership talks, with 52.8 percent rejecting the government's proposal. This comes as the EU wants to expand and strengthen unity. But why does the EU want to enlarge? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot. -
Europe News Rescuers continue search for missing after deadly north Cyprus ferry accident Several survivors told local media they heard a blast shortly before the vessel rolled, with police detaining the captain and more than a dozen others. -
Europe News Macron in Sweden to sign multi-billion euro frigate deal and strengthen strategic partnership French President Emmanuel Macron is expected in Stockholm on Monday to finalise a multi-billion euro deal with his Swedish counterpart for four French frigates. -
EU.XL Does the EU need more member states? Take our poll After Iceland voted ‘no’ to joining the EU, what’s the status of European enlargement? Nine candidate countries are waiting in line, but so far none is as close to accession as Iceland would have been. -
Cinema ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ dethrones ‘Titanic’ and nears all-time box office Top Three Nothing can stop 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and its historic box office run. It now sits as the fourth highest-grossing movie of all time and could soon bump 'Avatar: The Way of Water' off the global podium. -
Tech News Lake Ontario or Lake America? Google Maps results differ in Canada, US and across the world What you call Lake Ontario now depends on where you are logging in from. Google Maps has begun showing "Lake America" to US users following US President Donald Trump's executive order, while Canadians still see the name that has stood for more than 400 years. -
Switzerland UN racial discrimination committee presents legal case for broad slavery reparations The document, which was approved last week but only published on Monday, is expected to provide a powerful new tool supporting reparations claims. -
Europe News EU climate chief warns China dependence will make EU’s green transition more costly Hoekstra warns China dependence will make the EU’s green transition more costly, saying there is “no alternative” to levelling the playing field. -
Space "Never achieved before": meteorologist analyses MTG-I2 leap to forecast disasters Panos Giannopoulos from Greece's National Meteorological Service, who has spent years interpreting satellite images, tells "Euronews" what changes with the new Meteosat launched from French Guiana, the world's most advanced weather satellite. -
Business TAP Air Portugal loses almost €100m so far this year as fuel costs soar TAP Air Portugal, the Portuguese state-owned airline currently in talks to be sold, posted a net loss of almost €100 million for the first half of the year, despite increasing revenue by 4% and carrying a record number of passengers. -
Culture news Tennessee governor backs plans to name Nashville airport after Dolly Parton Dolly Parton’s home state of Tennessee will pay tribute to the music legend by naming Nashville International Airport after her. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee said it was "fitting" that the airport would "bear the name of our state’s favourite daughter." -
Europe Today Hoekstra: China isn't playing by the rules on trade In an exclusive interview with Maria Tadeo, EU Climate chief said the EU has ‘no alternative’ to levelling playing field with Beijing -
No Comment Nepal flood death toll passes 900 as search for survivors continues Rescuers in Nepal and Tibet continued searching for survivors on Sunday after flash floods along the border killed hundreds and left thousands missing, with aid flown into cut-off districts by helicopter. -
Mexico Six wounded after car bomb explodes in front of Mexico police station, officials say Zacatecas is key to the drug trade because it links central Mexico with the north and west of the country and features routes that are key to smuggling cocaine and other narcotics to the United States. -
Europe News ‘Europe’s climate and security challenges are inseparable,’ Hoekstra tells Euronews In an exclusive Euronews interview, Hoekstra argues climate resilience, energy security, and geopolitical independence are now inseparable. EU gas storage remains below target as the Strait of Hormuz stays blocked. -
Ecotech 'They wrote little letters': How kids in Portugal are making money off their neighbours' plastic waste The first ever bottle deposit return scheme in southern Europe is helping the environment - and funding kids' bucket list trips. -
Europe Today A cold shower from the north as Iceland rejects EU membership talks Good morning, readers. We’re back. Europe Today is live on your screens from 8.00 CEST every weekday — and back in your inboxes from 8.30. I’m Mared Gwyn, with you today and for the rest of the week. -
Health news Men view dieting as feminine — but supportive spouses could be the solution, according to new study Men find weight loss difficult due to a lack of support and the view that diet programmes are “feminine spaces”, according to new research. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Iceland says no to EU talks, Hoekstra warns on wildfires and China Iceland has voted "No" to resuming EU accession talks, shelving membership hopes for years. Europe Today breaks down the result with farming and pro-EU voices from Reykjavík, hears from Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra, and reports from Mons on NATO's spy scandal. -
Culture news Ellie Goulding, Robin Hood, and The Gentlemen: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week Among this week's highlights are A24's dark and violent take on Robin Hood, Ellie Goulding's new album, and the return of Guy Ritchie's stylish gangster series. -
USA Body of 46-year-old man recovered after Grand Canyon flash flood, park service says Popular tourist spots, including the Bright Angel Campground, the North Kaibab Trail and Phantom Ranch, home to a historic canteen and dormitories, remained closed on Sunday. -
Health news Heavy school backpacks can strain children's bodies. Here’s how to lighten the load As back-to-school shopping gets underway, experts warn that overloaded backpacks can strain children's bodies. -
Ecotech Lower pollution, longer range: How a new type of car tyre is reversing a hidden downside of EVs Electric cars are cleaner to drive - but their tyres pose a pollution problem. Better materials could help fix the problem. -
Economy The hidden bill: How Europe's scorching summers are reshaping national budgets Another summer of record heat, drought and wildfires is leaving European governments with a bill that will land months later in the form of emergency relief, farm compensation, infrastructure repairs, unpaid taxes and food inflation. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 31st, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 31st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Travel News New ranking reveals the 10 best wildlife encounters worth travelling for From mountain gorilla trekking in Rwanda to African wild dog safaris in Botswana, here’s what you should be booking for your next wild experience. -
Sport Big Finish at the IJF Ecole Mont-Olivet Grand Slam in Lausanne The inaugural Lausanne Grand Slam concluded in style with spectacular judo, an inclusive kata demonstration and thrilling finals. Bozorov, Olek, Sulamanidze, Fontaine and Tasoev claimed gold as Switzerland celebrated a memorable first edition. -
Tech News Who is the man set to lead Apple into the world of artificial intelligence? John Ternus takes over as Apple's chief executive on Tuesday, inheriting a company that towers over the smartphone market but trails its rivals in artificial intelligence. -
Nepal Authorities in Nepal carry out temporary burials of unidentified flood victims causing public outrage Temporary burials of hundreds of the catastrophic flood victims have caused public outrage in parts of the country who accused authorities of not following Hindu burial rites and mismanaging the situation. -
Markets Oil prices higher as US-Iran tensions flare and Warsh fans rate hikes Oil prices climbed on Monday morning as tensions flared once again in the Middle East and as investors weighed a potential US rate hike. -
Economy What we know about Trump’s deal giving the US access to Venezuela’s oil Besides a social media post from US President Donald Trump, the White House has said little about what he is calling “the biggest oil deal in world history” in Venezuela. -
Travel News Spain beyond the beach: The best places to visit this autumn Spain is the top choice for September travel, taking 43% of bookings. Beyond its beaches, historic cities, charming villages and inland landscapes define the new season. -
Iran Iran launches strikes on Jordan after US attacks an island in Hormuz The US attacks on Iran are the first in around a month as the Trump administration had shifted its war objective to inflict maximum economic pain on Tehran. Washington says the strikes were aimed at preventing Iranian forces from disrupting global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.