18 September 2026 | Euronews
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No Comment Torrential rain and flooding slam Tunis, forcing schools to close Torrential rain and severe thunderstorms struck Tunis on 17 September, flooding roads, disrupting traffic, and forcing schools and universities to suspend afternoon classes from 3 p.m. local time. -
Europe News Burnham pledges 'further steps' to deepen ties with EU in meeting with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin said a closer relationship between the UK and the EU would "be of benefit to the European Union and indeed to Ireland." -
Europe News Macron to convene G7 on energy, warning of 'Russian aggression' Emmanuel Macron is calling for a "protection plan" against "Russian hybrid attacks". According to the French president, "the nature of Russian aggression and threats in Europe is changing". -
Travel News The world's 20 best airlines for 2026 have been announced – with only six in Europe There were wins for Air France, Turkish Airlines and Vueling in individual categories, but Europe struggled to match the haul of awards picked up by carriers from Asia and the Middle East -
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Europe News EU weighs windfall taxes on energy firms amid growing economic strain EU ministers meeting in Dublin on Friday and Saturday are considering a windfall tax on energy companies, as price volatility continues to destabilise the economic outlook. -
Moments ‘Race-cation’ boom: Searches for 24-hour city breaks rise by 500% as runners plan marathon trips Searches for ‘marathon abroad’ have hit an all-time high, with travellers also researching what to see, eat and do in European race destinations once the running is over. -
Culture Series Meet the beekeeper carrying on three generations of family tradition The Honey Festival celebrates Kalbajar’s long beekeeping tradition, bringing local producers together as they promote the region’s honey and explore opportunities to reach new audiences beyond Azerbaijan. -
Focus Tajikistan celebrates its 35th independence anniversary To mark the 35th anniversary, the country’s president, Emomali Rahmon, set out plans for economic growth, hydropower, investment, and a stronger international presence. -
Made in Europe The world’s first laser fusion power station is being built in Germany The world’s first laser fusion power station is being built in Germany. On the site of the decommissioned Biblis nuclear power station, the switch is being made: from nuclear fission to fusion power. Euronews reporter Hans von der Brelie got access to the protected site. -
Europe News Zelenskyy launches 'Carpathian Eight' alliance to boost regional investment Ukraine's president unveiled the new eight-nation bloc at a summit in Western Ukraine on Friday, pledging cooperation on security, energy, and trade. Organisers hope to attract €9.4 billion in investments. -
Europe News Canada seeks to join €90bn support loan for Ukraine, Brussels confirms Canada's inclusion will allow Ukraine to buy weapons from Canadian defence companies and bypass the "Made in Europe" requirements. In turn, Ottawa will have to pay a proportional share of the annual interest. -
Travel News Oasis 2027 tour: Travel searches surge for European host cities – and tickets are not on sale yet After tour dates were announced for 38 concerts in 2027, Oasis fans are already searching for travel to the host destinations – with Glasgow seeing the biggest surge, +2,400%, according to new data. -
Health news Women dominate Europe's health workforce but earn 19% less per hour, WHO warns Despite dominating Europe's health and care sector, women hold just over half of its top-paying jobs, according to a new WHO report. -
Cinema Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Resident Evil' - How to resurrect a dead franchise It's taken six attempts, one reboot and one doomed Netflix show... But now, after 24 years, we have a good Resident Evil film. -
Europe News Sweden's Social Democrat leader Andersson says she's 'ready' to form new government after election win Negotiations over forming a government are likely to be tricky, as key differences remain between the four centre-left alliance parties. -
Europe News EU sanction deadlock deepens as Luxembourg complicates the picture Luxembourg insists that if France is able to get a particular oligarch delisted, it should be able to do the same, raising fears of a domino effect among member states. -
Business A new wave of listings: Tashkent prepares companies for global markets Uzbekistan’s investment fund (UzNIF) is preparing major companies in telecoms, aviation, banking and energy for potential listings. Uztelecom is currently the most advanced candidate as governance reforms advance and efforts to attract new capital gather pace. -
Russia Russians vote in elections with no party opposing Putin or war in Ukraine The three-day vote will fill 450 Duma seats and 11 regional governorships, with only parties backing Putin and Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine on the ballot. Despite official denials of a new draft, fears of mobilisation are overshadowing the vote. -
Destinations Europe’s most popular castles and palaces revealed – according to traveller reviews From Prague Castle to Dracula’s fortress in Romania, these are the European palaces and castles attracting the most attention from travellers in 2026. -
Business Revolut weighs dual listing in New York and London for its long-awaited IPO Revolut is considering listing simultaneously in New York and London when it eventually goes public, its founder has stated, a plan that would keep the fintech partly at home while giving it access to the deeper American market it has long preferred. -
Art Monet time: French Renaissance painter's rarely seen 'Iris' set to break sale record A total of 28 works from the Schlumberger collection are being sold at Sotheby's France. Valued at more than €40 million, they include four paintings by Claude Monet, pieces by Paul Cézanne and Gustave Moreau, and a sculpture by Camille Claudel. -
Business Russia seizes control over assets of Nestle, French firms Russia has placed the local businesses of Nestlé, Auchan and other Western-linked companies under temporary administration. Nestlé is weighing its options, while Auchan and Lemana Pro say their Russian operations continue as normal. -
Ecotech Barcelona has a bold plan to protect its vulnerable coastline – and it could be prize-winning The Spanish city has been selected as a finalist for The Earthshot Prize. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 18th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Turkey Turkish actor and World Cup star among 16 held in Istanbul drug raids Istanbul police detained Galatasaray veteran Hasan Şaş and Netflix actor Aras Bulut İynemli alongside a rapper, a sports journalist and influencers in the fourth such celebrity drug operation since late 2025. Prosecutors said the investigation covers use, facilitation and supply of narcotics. -
No Comment Russian drones devastate shopping mall in Zaporizhzhia city A Russian strike has hit a shopping complex in Zaporizhzhia, injuring one person and sparking a fire that spread across more than 10,000 square metres, according to Ukraine’s State Emergency Service. -
Earth News Portugal braces for rising temperatures and possible heatwave In Portugal, temperatures could climb close to 38°C in the Alentejo and the Tagus Valley, driven by an anticyclone positioned north of the Azores. -
Europe Today Child protection is not 'only one party's responsibility', business group says Cecilia Bonefeld-Dahl, Director General of DigitalEurope, said protecting children from social media risks is a "joint responsibility of the public and private sectors". The association, which represents companies such as OpenAI and Meta, believes it cannot be "one party's responsibility". -
Canada Canadians react to EU's ‘associate member’ proposal Canadians in Vancouver reacted to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s proposal for closer ties with the European Union, including possible “associate member” status. -
No Comment Russia holds nationwide Duma elections as war in Ukraine reshapes vote Russia’s parliamentary election is under way, with voting beginning in the Far East on Friday, 18 September before spreading across the country for three days. Polls will remain open until Sunday evening, when voters will have chosen all 450 members of the State Duma. -
The Cube Russia shares AI-generated Putin selfie as use of artificial content spreads among Europe's politicians The Russian embassy in South Africa recently shared an AI-generated image of BRICS leaders. It's part of a growing trend of public figures and institutions using AI in their communication, which researchers say can undermine public trust. -
Europe News Police fire shots in the air as thousands of migrants moved to new facility in Ceuta Migrants are being moved to a fifth temporary reception space set up to deal with the crisis, which began in late July when more than 70,000 people crossed into Ceuta from Morocco. -
Tech News Anthropic warns AI is getting closer to building its own successor Anthropic says its Claude chatbot now leads more than a quarter of the company's research and development, as fears grow that AI systems could soon improve themselves faster than humans can keep up. -
Culture news Nul points? UK MPs want to know why Britain keeps flopping at Eurovision Britain is apparently ready to confront the uncomfortable truth: they're really not very good at Eurovision anymore. But why? -
Nature 'Remarkable': Scientists discover new wild cat species for first time in 100 years The Leopardus tilcayo is slightly smaller than a domestic cat, measuring around 45 centimetres - and was first mistaken for a pet. -
Culture news Ed Sheeran backlash continues as radio station bans songs and Instagram fans unfollow Ed Sheeran’s turbulent week continues. His music has been pulled from a major Irish radio station and his Instagram followers are leaving him. The fallout from his US tour controversy grows, as the singer is due to return to the stage tomorrow – minus his touring musicians and opening acts. -
Tech News From Madrid to Zagreb, Europe's autonomous vehicles are multiplying From Tesla's FSD rollout to driverless lorries connecting Lidl's warehouses, a wave of approvals across the EU shows regulators embracing autonomous mobility faster than expected — and the pace shows no sign of slowing. -
USA South Korean president urges Trump dialogue with Pyongyang Trump announced in August that he intended to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year as he once again touted the pair's relationship. Pyongyang has offered little response. -
Europe in Motion Europeans still believe in the European dream. They just don't think it's within reach, study finds A new ECFR study finds most Europeans still want a stronger, united Europe, but doubt it's achievable: around 68% see decline, not renewal. -
Europe News Australian government breaks silence on EU 'associate member' pipe dream Hot on the heels of the European Union inviting Canada to become an associate member, potentially paving the way for other far-flung nations to join in a similar capacity, the Australian government has addressed its own prospects. -
Europe Today 'Best thing Europe can do' is focus on its internal market, World Economic Forum expert says Andrew Caruana Galizia, Head of Europe and Eurasia at the World Economic Forum, believes there are certain areas where Europe "will never be able to be self-sufficient, like critical raw materials". -
Tech News Could the EU Kids Act unwittingly widen the transatlantic AI divide? Europe must prepare for the potential consequences of implementing further digital rules that could make it more difficult for smaller European developers to compete, warns an industry insider. -
Business Portuguese prime minister outlines plan to tackle rising living costs without changing VAT Luís Montenegro says the current situation could drag on for some time. But, unlike other European countries, he will not lower the consumption tax. -
Europe News Greece: Police bust gang using AI to clone relatives' voices for cash According to the police, the organisation’s illegal proceeds from its activities are estimated to exceed 1 million euros. -
Europe Today EU-Canada relationship is 'not hostile to anybody', Harris says Irish Finance Minister Simon Harris says details of the new associate membership with Canada "are yet to be determined", but believes it is "good news" that the European Union has signalled its intention to have a "much closer relationship" with Ottawa. -
USA Trump administration moves to cut protections for endangered species Brett Hartl, the government affairs director at the Center for Biological Diversity, said the move "stabs at the very heart of the Endangered Species Act by giving federal approval to the killing of some of America’s most beloved wildlife." -
Culture news Eurovision 2027: Ireland follows Netherlands in boycott of song contest for second year in a row Ireland has ruled itself out of next year's competition over the "appalling and ongoing loss of lives in Gaza". This follows the announcement from Dutch broadcaster AvroTros, who are boycotting next year's show as it is no longer consistent with "trustworthiness, independence and humanity". -
No Comment Missile-shaped signs and Netanyahu masks as Israelis rally to protect October vote Dozens of Israelis demonstrated outside the Knesset in West Jerusalem on 17 September, accusing political leaders of using regional tensions to interfere with the 27 October parliamentary election. -
No Comment Protesters target OpenAI and Anthropic in San Francisco over AI safety fears Protesters in San Francisco urged OpenAI and Anthropic to pause powerful AI, calling for global rules and an AI emergency amid safety and climate fears. -
Europe Today Energy crunch and inflationary fears loom over EU finance talks Hello, this is Mared Gwyn holding the newsletter pen in Brussels. This morning: Eurozone finance ministers gather amid mounting economic pressures, and EU ambassadors make another push to break the Russia sanctions deadlock. -
Moments Before the skyscrapers: Dubai’s oldest building, Al Fahidi Fort, set to reopen with new museum After a five-year closure for an extensive restoration project, the historic Al Fahidi Fort in Old Dubai will welcome back visitors in the ‘coming weeks or months’. -
Poland Trump touts 'major progress' towards setting up US military base in Poland The US currently has around 10,000 rotational forces in Poland as well as 11 installation sites, with the US Army Garrison headquartered in Poznań. -
Culture news Burning the bard: 'Macbeth' defies fiery curse as Lisbon's Teatro D. Maria II reopens The D. Maria II theatre reopens with "Macbeth", the Shakespearean tragedy being performed when a 1964 fire destroyed the building. Now the Bard of Avon's "cursed play" is being revived by Pedro Penim, this time with real flames on stage. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Canada welcomes EU's 'associate member' offer, but what next? Europe Today digests what Canada's new EU associate member status actually means, as EU finance ministers meet in Dublin over spiralling energy costs. Also on the show: Fresh reactions to the EU's new Kids Act, which aims to restrict social media and AI chatbots for children under 15. -
Markets European stocks edge lower as oil prices and bond yields retreat Oil prices retreated while European stock markets opened lower on Friday after the Bank of Japan became the third major central bank in a month to raise interest rates. -
Health news Women offered less invasive or intensive treatment than men with the same conditions Women are less likely than men to be offered invasive or intensive treatments, such as surgery or strong painkillers, for the same medical conditions, a new study has found. -
Economy Bank of Japan hikes rates to 31-year high to battle inflation Japan’s central bank on Friday raised the benchmark interest rate to 1.25% from 1.0%, a 31-year-high. -
Earth News Greenland and Antarctica have lost 12 trillion tonnes of ice since 1979 Ice loss began accelerating in the 1990s, according to a major scientific study. -
Travel News Premiumisation, industry recovery and AI: What’s trending in travel at ATM Dubai 2026? At Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, much of the conversation on the sidelines was about the major disruptions so far this year, but there was also a big focus on recovery as new trends and products shape the industry’s future. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | September 18th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News The EU and Canada are getting closer than ever. And the world is watching The EU's move to make Canada an "associate member" is being watched worldwide as a new model to attract other democracies in its orbit, but it risks alienating candidate countries and further straining ties with Washington. -
Europe News Analysis: Bruised by Trump, EU and Canada find solace in each other's arms The blossoming partnership between the European Union and Canada cannot be understood apart from the behaviour of the US president, who has assailed both sides with his punitive tariffs and annexationist threats. -
Iran UN Security Council fails to adopt US-backed Iran sanctions resolution after Russia and China vetoes The proposal, which the United States had drafted to extend the UN expert panel’s mandate for a year was defeated by a vote of 11-2, with Somalia and Pakistan abstaining because of the Russian and Chinese vetoes. -
Economy Expected years in retirement: For how long do Europeans receive their pensions? The expected years after retirement age differ widely across Europe. Euronews Business takes a closer look at current retirement ages and how long Europeans can expect to receive their pension. -
Tech News In Spain, football matches knock thousands of websites and services offline Spain's football season kick-off has revived LaLiga's court-backed mass blocking of IP addresses, hitting thousands whose sites and services fail whenever matches start.