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Europe News French prime minister says government not indifferent to students' concerns in TV address In a televised address from his official residence the French prime minister acknowledges young people's anger 'doesn't come from nowhere' and promises a plan to respond to the crisis -
Sport Judo: Grigalashvili claims fourth world title as Kaju reigns again Haruka Kaju extended her unbeaten World Judo Tour run to 40 contests, defending her -63kg world title against Kerem Primo. At -81kg, Tato Grigalashvili defeated home favourite Zelim Tckaev to claim his fourth world title and return to the top of the podium. -
No Comment Southern right whales return to South Africa, drawing crowds to the coast Southern right whales return to Hermanus, South Africa, drawing crowds to the cliffs and whale festival as mothers nurse newborn calves in Walker Bay. -
Europe News Maricarmen, symbol of Spain's housing protests, dies The 87-year-old woman had withstood four eviction attempts in the past decade. In a final message from her hospital bed, she urged protesters: "Fight!" -
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No Comment Unexpected beach guest: Elephant seal draws crowds in Rio A southern elephant seal surprised Rio’s Copacabana beachgoers, drawing crowds, photos and social media buzz as officials set up barriers to protect it. -
The Ring Poland’s economic rise - Can it last? The Ring in Warsaw The Ring travels to the Polish capital for a political discussion on the country’s economic transformation and the challenges ahead. -
USA Trump mocks Sheinbaum over Gulf of Mexico and imitates her alleged reaction: 'No, no, please' The US president says the Mexican leader rang him to urge him not to rename the Gulf of Mexico. Trump justified the change with coastal data that available figures do not support. -
No Comment Berlin marks October 7 anniversary with memorial installation and Israeli flag display Berlin marks three years since the Hamas October 7 attacks with a memorial at Brandenburg Gate, amid renewed fears over rising antisemitism in Germany. -
Europe News Rubio in Athens urges Europe to shoulder more of its defence burden The US secretary of state held talks on energy, military cooperation and regional security, pointing to Greece as an example of higher defence spending. The agenda also included LNG, F-35s, the Eastern Mediterranean and the Strait of Hormuz. -
Europe News Knife attack at Polish school: in Ostroleka a student injures seven, two are in critical condition On Wednesday morning at a vocational school in Ostrołęka in Northern Poland, a 19-year-old pupil attacked classmates and teachers with a sharp tool, injuring seven people, two of whom are in a serious condition, police said. -
No Comment Fantasy worlds come to life on nails at London nail art competition Nailympia London showcased fantasy nail art inspired by folklore, forests and steampunk, as global artists raced to create miniature worlds on nails. -
Mobility Rebranded Jaguar unveils its first electric sportscar: The Type 01EV Hailed as the most technologically advanced and powerful Jaguar in the company’s history, it premiered in New York today, targeting a younger, wealthier and mostly American customer base. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 7th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Lifestyle Milan looks East: Chinese fashion takes centre stage for traditional craftwork Brocade carries centuries of Chinese history, woven with patterns that have long held meanings beyond decoration. Now, the traditional craft is finding a new expression on the Milan catwalk, as designers reinterpret the fabric for a contemporary audience. -
Russia Russia dismisses transparency calls amid reports of second Siberia plague case Rospotrebnadzor said nearly 5,000 tests found no dangerous pathogens and saw "no epidemic risk," while the Kremlin called most media reporting "false" and said it had no knowledge of a US demarche formally requesting additional information. -
Europe News Deadly drone attacks raise questions over Europe’s Black Sea defences The European Union has a plan to safeguard the Black Sea. But days after drones wreaked havoc along Romania and Bulgaria’s coast, sinking commercial vessels and killing two people, questions loom over how Brussels can protect the sea. -
Europe News ‘We will certainly look at it’: Trump says he will consider permanent US military base in Lithuania US President Donald Trump said he would consider Lithuania’s proposal to permanently host US troops after the Baltic country said it was ready to accommodate a permanent American military presence. -
No Comment Residents search belongings after Jerusalem building demolished A five-storey building in Jerusalem’s al-Tur was demolished by Israeli authorities over alleged lack of permits, displacing dozens of Palestinian residents. -
Europe News MEPs urge tougher action against China as tensions hit ‘critical point’ The resolution calls China “a decisive enabler” of Russia’s war in Ukraine and says the EU should take action against China’s weaponisation of the rare eath minerals that Europe depends on. -
Nature ‘A worrying decline’: Why penguins are vanishing from this volcanic island 2,000km from humans Scientists have blamed human-caused climate change for the decline in chinstrap penguins on the remote Zavodovski Island. -
Europe News Exclusive: The Left group wants to halve MEP salaries The proposal would slash MEPs’ net monthly salary from around €8,800 to almost €4,400, but opponents have dismissed it as a “populist stunt”. -
Europe News EU hopefuls fear new safeguard plans could create second-class members EU candidate countries fear safeguards designed to prevent democratic backsliding, like a planned 15-year probation period, could create second-class membership and be used to exert political pressure. -
Health news Menopause drug Lenzetto to return to Spanish pharmacies in November Hungarian pharma company Gedeon Richter has told Euronews it expects to resume supply of its menopause treatment in Spain from mid-November, but warns global limits may stop it from meeting demand in 2027. -
Europe News Former BND chief's aide arrested as Germany's biggest spy scandal widens Manfred D, former head of cabinet to ex-intelligence chief August Hanning, was taken into custody on charges of aiding and abetting treason. He is accused of obtaining classified BND documents and passing them to Hanning in exchange for payment since 2010. -
Europe News Italians and Czechs push Brussels to ease green rules as energy crisis hits industry Rome and Prague have joined forces to protect industry ahead of the EU leaders' summit in Brussels next week. -
Iran Iran threatens pre-emptive strikes as US questions who runs Tehran Iran's army spokesman said Tehran's forces were prepared to strike first "should circumstances require it," while IRGC officials claimed tighter control of Hormuz, and Washington publicly pondered how much authority Pezeshkian and Araghchi actually wielded. -
Health news Longevity: why do Poles live shorter than Western Europeans? Poland still clearly trails Western Europe in life expectancy and years lived in good health. According to Robert Mordaka, a public health specialist, prevention and everyday habits are crucial. -
Travel News Europe’s travel and tourism industry to grow 3.1% in 2026, new figures reveal The new statistics were released during the opening day of the World Travel & Tourism Council’s global summit in Malta. -
Economy Madrid versus Latin America: Where is housing more affordable? Homes cost more per square metre in Madrid than in several major Latin American cities, but lower wages in those cities can make renting even less affordable. -
Iran Iran parliament votes to criminalise interviews with 'hostile' foreign media The bill passed 174 to six despite cabinet opposition, carrying penalties of up to two years in prison, fines and flogging for Iranians who speak to outlets designated as hostile by the Intelligence Ministry. The bill has not yet become law and faces Guardian Council review. -
Business Mercedes global sales fall 6% as electric car sales hit record high Mercedes-Benz shares fell after the German carmaker reported a 6% fall in global sales, driven by weakness in China. Sales outside China edged higher, supported by growth in Europe and North America. -
Sport Judo 2026 World Championships: Koga and Yusifov Strike Gold on Opening Day in Baku Wakana Koga claimed her first world title at -48kg, defeating Assunta Scutto in the final. At -60kg, home favourite Ahmad Yusifov came from behind to beat Sherzod Davlatov, sending the Baku crowd into celebration on an unforgettable opening day. -
Europe News France suspends police stun grenades at student protests after teenager loses hand More than 6,500 people, most of them minors, have been arrested since the movement began and one teenager lost his hand when handling a police grenade. -
Destinations Interlaken vs Innsbruck: How Europe’s adventure travel hotspots compare for a winter holiday These Alpine adventure destinations offers snow-covered slopes, unique hotels and local delicacies. But between Interlaken and Innsbruck, where should you choose to travel this winter? -
Europe News EU agrees to sanction over 1,600 people and entities linked to Russia's war The EU will soon add over 1,600 names, including 77 lawmakers who stood for election in the occupied territories of Ukraine, to its Russia sanctions. The decision comes amid an unsettling rise in hybrid attacks. -
Egypt Scientists identify ancient Egyptian crocodile whose skull is missing its nose like the Sphinx A skull found nearly a century ago has helped Egyptian and European researchers revise part of the crocodile family tree, shedding light on the Mediterranean's prehistoric wildlife and revealing an unexpected connection to the Great Sphinx. -
Tech News Laws, pledges or an iron grip? How the EU, US and China are reining in AI The US, China and the EU are taking sharply different approaches to regulating artificial intelligence. Here is how the world's biggest economies are tackling the technology, and what is at stake. -
Art Willem de Kooning returns to the Netherlands for major Rijksmuseum exhibition A century after leaving the Netherlands for New York, Willem de Kooning is returning home in a major new exhibition at Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum. -
No Comment One-minute siren sounds in Tel Aviv to mark October 7 anniversary A one-minute siren sounded in Tel Aviv as Israelis gathered to mark the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks and remember those killed. -
Tech News Finland orders pause on Google AI data centres over environmental concerns Google had called the data centres its biggest investment in Europe. -
No Comment Tokyo sleep competition offers 2 million yen prize to best sleeper A Tokyo sleep competition organised by Koala offered ¥2 million to the best sleeper, highlighting Japan’s long-hours work culture and sleep deprivation. -
Russia Trump to talk plague with Putin as Russia plays down fears of outbreak The Kremlin welcomed the offer while Russia's health watchdog shot back that Moscow was "ready to assist the US in tackling infectious disease outbreaks" as the WHO asked Russia for additional information. -
Europe News Hungary set to lift veto on Ukraine's EU membership talks Hungary dropped its veto on two clusters of Ukraine's EU accession talks on Wednesday. The next phase depends on Kyiv's parliament passing a minority-rights law. -
Europe News EU releases €1.24 billion for Ukrainian-made drones and munitions The European Union has released €1.24 billion for Ukraine to buy drones, drone interceptors, drone ammunition and munitions manufactured domestically in a bid to push back against Russia's ongoing and escalated air attacks. -
Health news Plague fears in Siberia: How are Irkutsk residents reacting? Irkutsk residents react to reports of a suspected pneumonic plague death at a local anti-plague institute, with authorities saying the cause of death remains unconfirmed. -
No Comment Kyiv residents take refuge underground during overnight Russian attacks Kyiv residents took refuge in metro stations, preparing to sleep underground before a Russian missile and drone attack killed at least eight people. -
Health news French and Japanese scientists win 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for what could change how medicines are made Two researchers have won this year's Nobel Prize in Chemistry for work that could change how medicines are made. -
Business Italy lets diesel tax cut expire as Europe tackles fuel costs The Meloni government has neither renewed the diesel tax cut nor launched the replacement scheme it had promised. EU leaders meet on 15–16 October, while European governments pursue different measures to ease fuel costs. -
Europe News EU to put energy security at heart of COP31 push for faster green transition EU ministers are set to confirm their commitment to the green transition despite soaring energy prices and supply concerns, according to a draft COP31 position seen by Euronews. -
Turkey İzmir's centre-left mayor joins Erdoğan's AK Party, shocking Turkish opposition Cemil Tugay, who won İzmir for the CHP with a 314,000-vote margin in 2024, received his AK Party badge from Erdoğan in Ankara on Wednesday, ending 27 years of centre-left rule in Turkey's third-largest city. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 7th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Travel News Emirates launches Helsinki flights as airline reaches 93% of pre-disruption capacity The Dubai-based airline has touched down in Finland’s capital Helsinki for the first time as it reports operating at around 93% of its pre-disruption capacity. -
Cinema Why are Melania Trump staffers gloating about ‘Digger’ and its box office woes? A senior advisor to Melania Trump posted a comparison online that doesn't make much sense... -
Iran Hardline Iranian MPs move to impeach foreign minister over UN General Assembly talks The motion, filed by MPs aligned with the Paydari Front, accuses Araghchi of meeting US envoy Steve Witkoff at the UN General Assembly without authorisation, a claim directly opposed by Supreme National Security Council chief Mohsen Rezaei, who said the talks had prior approval. -
Europe News Zelenskyy says Russia missile attack that killed 14 is birthday 'gift' to Putin Four children are among the dead after an overnight barrage that Ukraine's president said showed the urgent need for more air defences as Kyiv residents spent the night sheltering in subway stations. -
Europe News EU trade chief heads to Beijing under pressure to deliver on Chinese imports Brussels has yet to find a way to curb Chinese imports, while EU leaders demand results from Beijing talks as a trade war looms. -
Russia Russia asks Vietnam for planes as illegally re-registered Western fleet falls apart Moscow proposed wet-leasing Vietnamese aircraft, crews and maintenance, but any transfer would involve Airbus or Boeing jets, exposing Vietnamese carriers to secondary sanctions. Nearly a fifth of Russia's largest airlines' planes are already grounded, double the normal downtime rate. -
Culture news Czechia withdraws from Eurovision Song Contest 2027 citing budget pressures Czech Television said in a statement: "We won't see the Czech flag on stage next year,” citing ongoing financial pressures. -
Europe Today Removing Russian oligarchs from sanctions list sets 'a very bad precedent', Browder says Bill Browder, once Russia’s largest foreign investor, said sanctions are the “worst thing” that can happen to Russian oligarchs, adding that they are “scheming and trying to come up with ways of getting off the sanctions list”. -
Economy IMF chief signals austerity is back as global public debt heads for 100% of GDP IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva has urged heavily indebted governments to tighten their belts and central banks to take a hawkish stance, signalling a return to austerity as the energy shock from the Iran war, record public debt and a credit-fuelled AI investment boom weigh on the global economy. -
Explore Balloons, baths and poppy-seed cuisine: discover Afyonkarahisar In Afyonkarahisar, hot air balloons drift over 3,000-year-old Phrygian rock carvings, mineral-rich thermal springs have drawn visitors since 1200 BC, and poppy seeds define a UNESCO-recognised culinary tradition. -
Israel Israel pauses in moment of silence to remember those killed on 7 October A group representing the bereaved families organised tributes, including a silence at 6:29am - the minute the attack began - and a ceremony that will follow tonight in Tel Aviv. -
Europe Today Israel's ambassador Zarka: France has a serious antisemitism problem The world is marking the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks by Hamas — a day that shocked Israel to its core and reverberated across the region and beyond. Meanwhile, the war against Hamas in Gaza continues to produce a human catastrophe, with tens of thousands dead and no path to peace. -
Economy India hikes interest rates for first time in over three years as Iran war fuels inflation The Reserve Bank of India raised borrowing costs for the first time in over three years on Wednesday, as the Middle East war pushes up prices in Asia's third-biggest economy and weighs on an already fragile rupee. -
Culture news Eva Marie Saint, ‘North By Northwest’ star and 'On the Waterfront' Oscar winner, dies aged 102 The Oscar-winning actress was one of the last stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood and was the oldest living Oscar winner. -
Europe Today Siberia plague outbreak is an 'isolated incident', virologist says Belgian virologist Marc Van Ranst says that while people may think of plague as “something medieval”, cases are reported every year in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Madagascar. However, he says the laboratory link makes this incident “a little more serious”. -
No Comment Israelis mourn Nova festival victims three years after Hamas attack Ceremonies at the Nova festival site and Kfar Aza marked three years since the Hamas-led October 7 attack that sparked the Gaza war. -
No Comment Tear gas and fireworks as student protests turn violent in Paris Clashes erupt in Paris as school pupils demanding better funding face riot police, amid nationwide protests over shortages and crumbling schools. -
Europe News Spat over Israeli flag removal engulfs the European Parliament on October 7 anniversary Good morning. It’s Wednesday. On today’s docket: Israel’s Ambassador to France Joshua Zarka responds to mounting controversy over the removal of the Israeli flag at an exhibition in the European Parliament, and the latest on the suspected pneumonic plague outbreak. -
EU.XL The EU agrees on new Return Order, longer detention and return hubs EU ministers agreed on new rules allowing sanctions for migrants who refuse to cooperate with return procedures, detention up to 24 months or longer for security risks, and return hubs outside the EU. Watch the video! -
USA Christa Pike awake a week after lethal injection as her lawyers seek answers Christa Pike remains shackled to her hospital bed with burned and blistered arms, while Tennessee has suspended executions and its prison chief has resigned. -
Health news Invasive plant spreads across Portugal and lengthens allergy season Known for its showy plumes and used as an ornamental for decades, pampas grass, also known as Cortaderia selloana, is spreading, threatening biodiversity and raising vegetation management costs. Experts call for urgent action to halt its advance and reduce pollen exposure. -
World How Verifactu will affect Spanish SMEs and self-employed after its delay The Government's delay in bringing the Verifactu e-invoicing system into force gives firms and the self-employed more time, but fuels uncertainty over its rollout. -
Europe Today Europe Today: WHO says Siberia plague risk is low as drones sink Black Sea ships The WHO says the risk of a plague epidemic is low after a lab worker died in Siberia. We report on the drone attacks that have sunk ships off Romania and Bulgaria in recent days. And: EU envoys are set to approve the biggest Russia sanctions package since 2022. -
Economy 'Potemkin budget’: French government slams Marine Le Pen’s plans "You're dreaming in colour", "a Potemkin budget, flimsy as cardboard", "purely incantatory, utterly unenforceable": the government torpedoes the counter-budget put forward by National Rally leader Marine Le Pen. -
Business UBS only European bank in top 10 of AI adoption as JPMorgan Chase leads UBS is now the only European lender among the top 10 banks judged most advanced in adopting artificial intelligence, after HSBC dropped out of the top tier of the Evident AI Index, while JPMorgan Chase widened its lead and North American banks tightened their grip. -
Europe News Puigdemont welcomes Spain's amnesty but warns it is not the solution for Catalonia The Catalan pro-independence leader, who has lived in self-imposed exile in Waterloo for nine years, hailed the Supreme Court's move to lift his arrest warrant over alleged embezzlement linked to the 'procés'. -
Earth News The Caspian Sea has been shrinking for decades. Now, a new island has emerged Scientists warn that parts of the northern Caspian could face an Aral Sea-like scenario, while climate change and human water use are adding pressure on the region. -
Travel News These are the best wine regions in Europe, with Slovenia claiming top spot above France and Italy Štajerska, praised for its authenticity and centuries of wine culture, beat out more than 90 leading territories for the title. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 7th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Qatar Qatar eyes 2036 Olympics after it hosts Asian Games as F1 confirms Gulf races Doha will host the Asian Games in 2030 and is among seven potential hosts for the 2036 Olympics, while Formula 1 says its Qatar and Abu Dhabi races will go ahead as scheduled, bringing much-needed relief after months of uncertainty. -
Europe News Celebrating the October 7 massacre is inhumanity, not solidarity On the anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on 7 October 2023, in which 1,200 people were murdered and 250 were abducted, Sacha Roytman Dratwa, of the ‘Combat Antisemitism Movement’, recalls in an opinion piece for Euronews what had already begun in many countries on 8 October 2023. -
Economy Record bets against the euro: how low could it fall amid France's fiscal crisis and Europe's energy shock? The euro hit a 17-month low as French debt fears and Europe's energy shock weigh on the currency. Bond market stress could limit further ECB rate hikes, while analysts see scope for the euro to fall to $1.10 if the pressure intensifies. -
Sport Argentina waves football great Lionel Messi off after 3-0 win over Benin in final international appearance All-time footballing icon Lionel Messi bids an emotional farewell to international duty after guiding Argentina to a 3-0 win over visitors Benin in Buenos Aires. The little magician produced a final breathtaking performance for his white and blue stripes, scoring one goal and assisting two others. -
Europe News Former German foreign intelligence chief August Hanning and former aide in custody on suspicion of espionage August Hanning and his alleged collaborator Manfred D are accused of passing state secrets to a foreign intelligence service, since 2010. Both were arrested on Tuesday and remanded in custody after federal court hearings. -
Europe News Sánchez announces 21 urgent housing measures after nationwide protests ahead of snap election Sánchez has come under fire domestically after an 87-year-old woman was evicted from her residence in Madrid, sparking national controversy. Pressure have piled on Sanchez’s administration to step down as protesters accused the government of not doing enough to tackle a rampant housing crisis.