23 October 2026 | Euronews
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Culture news Princess and prizewinners champion hope against 'darker times' at Princess of Asturias Awards The heiress to the throne quoted Paul Valéry through a Studio Ghibli character – "The wind rises, we must try to live!" – to conclude a strongly political speech about combating contemporary disillusionment, a theme echoed in several of the other winners' speeches. -
Europe News Jihadists reportedly urge attacks during protests in Portugal and Spain Spanish newspaper El País has obtained what it identifies as an Interior Ministry report detailing calls for attacks on police officers and protesters during weeks-long demonstrations in several European countries. -
Tech News US designates helium as critical material as Europe faces supply squeeze The US has declared helium a critical material as war in the Middle East and export curbs by Russia and China squeeze global supplies of a gas vital to chipmaking, leaving Europe scrambling to secure its share. -
EU News Italy preparing with elite troops and drone surveillance for 24 October protests On 24 October Rome will be locked down with 1,500 officers, Milan with 1,800 police and soldiers. -
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Europe News Meghan Markle 'distressed' by child abuse image allegations against father Markle has been estranged from her father since 2018, when he was caught staging paparazzi photos in the run-up to her wedding to Harry. -
Sport Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany hospitalised after collapse during training A few weeks ago, sporting director Max Eberl said that Kompany, who reportedly needed help climbing stairs, had been struggling with both a viral infection and a hip injury. -
Climate A year ahead of the ‘wrecking ball’: Scientists find new clue to predict when El Niño will strike Predicting El Niño a year in advance could help communities and decision makers better prepare for the weather phenomenon's impact. -
Europe News France bolsters security as businesses fear renewed unrest during Saturday protests A massive security operation has been deployed across France for major protests on Saturday. Businesses across the country remain tense following violence which overshadowed peaceful demonstrations last weekend. -
United Arab Emirates UN chief race enters decisive phase as new contender arrives UAE’s star diplomat Lana Nusseibeh has entered the race for the UN secretary-general position, challenging front-runner Rebeca Grynspan at a decisive time for the global organisation's future. The UN chief race could now lead to the first ever female secretary-general. -
EU News EU trade Chief seeks to rebalance EU-China trade as Brussels weighs tougher measures The European Commission hopes to curb Chinese imports in additional sectors in upcoming talks with Beijing while exploring new trade defence measures, though the move risks triggering retaliatory action from China. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 23rd, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Art Studio DRIFT makes the invisible force of wind visible in stunning new London installation Amsterdam-based art studio DRIFT has unveiled Aeolus, a large-scale installation at London’s Ladbroke Hall that uses hundreds of glass rods and hidden lights to make the invisible movement of wind visible. -
EU News EU vies to expand role in Ukraine-Russia peace talks to influence US thinking Brussels wants to turn the next round of trilateral peace talks betwen Ukraine, Russia and the US into a multilateral format with European representation. -
No Comment Kenya: huge piles of rubble after high-rise building collapses A multi-storey building under construction has collapsed in Nairobi, leaving a vast pile of rubble. Red Cross workers have arrived at the scene, where excavators are being used among the debris. -
Focus CICA members look to turn regional dialogue into action The Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) brought together member states to discuss regional security, economic cooperation and shared challenges, with a focus on strengthening the organisation's role and turning dialogue into practical action. -
EU News Melania Trump secures ceasefire in Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky, White House says The agreement, due to take effect on 29 October, is intended to allow humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations in a city where residents have endured years of Russian occupation, severe food shortages and dangerous attempts to escape. -
Health news First human case of cattle virus Shamonda: How worried should Europe be? EU agency explains The first human case of Shamonda virus, confirmed in France, poses no wider threat to Europeans, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) told Euronews. -
Earth News Wind-powered snow sleds and coral recovery hope: Positive environmental stories from 2026 Eco anxiety is very real, so we share this year's most uplifting stories to prove there’s hope for our climate. -
Europe News Late invitations and spats leave Hungary’s 1956 commemoration with ‘modest’ guest list Hungarian PM Péter Magyar had hoped to host top leaders in Budapest for the 70th anniversary of the 1956 revolution. But last-minute invitations and spats with Paris and Kyiv kept Macron, Tusk and Zelenskyy away, leaving only EU chiefs Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa attending. -
No Comment Storm Austen batters France and UK with winds of up to 160 km/h Huge waves, uprooted trees and damaged boats mark Storm Austen's arrival in France and the UK. Gusts of up to 160 km/h have battered Brittany, while fallen branches have blocked roads in southern England. -
Economy France's bond drama takes centre stage ahead of ECB rate decision The European Central Bank is expected to hold rates next week as France's bond sell-off tightens borrowing conditions across the eurozone, while ECB President Christine Lagarde has made clear that the first steps to tackle French debt woes must come from Paris, not Frankfurt. -
Russia Ukraine hits Russian data centres in blow to Moscow's AI capabilities Drones hit three Yandex facilities, a Sber centre and a VKontakte server farm across five Russian regions, causing persistent failures in payments, navigation and cloud services. Experts say restoring the infrastructure could take months or years. -
Culture Series A rhythmic gymnast’s journey from childhood dream to national pride Azada reflects on her first international competition, representing Azerbaijan and her ambition to become a strong senior gymnast. -
Made in Europe E9X: The battery-powered plane with 90 passengers on board and a range of 1,000 kilometres Flying without kerosene is no longer just a dream, with pilots being trained to fly electric planes in the Netherlands. Before long, these battery-powered planes could be carrying 90 passengers and flying distances of up to 1,000 kilometres. -
Europe News Belgium boosts heating-oil aid for vulnerable households as energy prices rise Belgium is stepping up targeted aid to shield vulnerable households from soaring energy costs, but the limited support may fall short as prices rise. -
No Comment France: shops barricaded in Lyon and Orléans for possible unrest Wooden boards are going up across France as shopkeepers brace for possible unrest. With a National Rally congress in Orléans and protests approaching in Lyon, businesses fear damage and disruption. -
World News Trapped miner in coal mine in Turkey confirmed dead, bringing death toll to three Three miners were killed and five injured, two of them seriously, in an explosion at a privately owned mine in northern Turkey. -
Europe News Storm Austen hits northwestern France: 161,000 homes lose power The first major autumn storm is sweeping across northwestern France. Named Austen by UK forecasters, it brings violent gusts, disrupts transport and causes power cuts. -
Travel News World Culinary Awards: Which are the best airlines and airports for dining? Where are the best places to eat in the skies or before you board? Airlines, airports and airport lounges were among the winners at this year’s World Culinary Awards. -
Economy First Russian diesel shipment is heading to US under Trump-Putin deal The shipment, carrying about 40,000 tonnes of diesel, follows a deal that temporarily eased US sanctions on Russian diesel as Trump seeks to lower fuel prices. -
Uzbekistan From education to cancer care: Global summit calls for better support for children Experts interviewed by Euronews explained why improving children's lives requires more than simply expanding access to essential services. -
Europe News Macron denounces deadly shooting near Paris as 'racist terrorist attack' One of the wounded, who is of North African origin, is reportedly in 'critical condition.' -
No Comment Gaza: Moment Israeli airstrike hits building in Nuseirat caught on camera Footage captures the moment an Israeli strike hits a building in Gaza's Nuseirat camp. No deaths were reported, but images show a wounded person. -
EU News Starlink restrictions not lifted in Ukraine despite Trump's claims, defence officials say Ukrainian forces continue to experience disruptions to critical battlefield communications despite Donald Trump's assertion that restrictions have been removed, raising fresh questions about Kyiv's dependence on an American-controlled satellite network. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 23rd, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Business France slips into contraction as Europe’s growth slows: How bad could it get? France’s private sector contracted this month, dragging eurozone business activity growth to a four-month low amid political uncertainty and high energy costs. -
Europe News Romania and EU accuse Russia of new drone attack as ship capsizes in Black Sea A massive search and rescue operation is underway off the Romanian coast in the Black Sea following a new drone attack on a commercial ship that both the European Commission and Romania call as another Russian escalation. -
Tech News French kids use AI far more than their parents think, survey finds A new YouGov survey has found parents in France underestimate their children’s use of AI. While 40% of 11- to 12-year-olds report using general-purpose AI services like ChatGPT weekly, only 26% of parents realise their children are engaging with the technology. -
EU News Pope Leo XIV cancels Assisi trip on doctors' advice as he recovers from surgery The pope's doctors said a follow-up chest X-ray confirmed he was recovering well. However, given the short time that has elapsed since the operation, they recommended as a precaution that he not make the trip to Assisi by helicopter. -
USA Trump says he has the right to seek a third presidential term US President Donald Trump has again suggested he could run for a third term in 2028, arguing that the 2020 election was stolen despite the US Constitution's two-term limit. -
United Arab Emirates Oil spill hits UAE beaches as tanker attacks multiply near Hormuz The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change said teams were deployed to contain a spill affecting Umm Al Quwain’s beaches, days after a tanker was struck by a projectile off the UAE coast, causing a fire. -
Cinema New 007 incoming: James Bond casting down to these actors according to insider reports An official announcement regarding the new actor to portray James Bond is expected soon... And if reports are to be believed, one actor is emerging as the favourite to play the new 007. -
Culture news Tributes paid to actor Tom Skerritt as star of Alien and Top Gun dies aged 93 Tom Skerritt, a Hollywood veteran actor, known for iconic roles in Alien and Top Gun, has died aged 93 of natural causes, according to a statement released by his family. -
Business Fitch Ratings: Hungary could meet eurozone entry criteria by 2030 According to the credit rating agency, Hungary’s 2027 draft budget supports its aim of meeting the conditions for adopting the euro by the end of the decade. -
Australia Flash floods swamp southeast Australia as record October rainfall forces school closures A television reporter abandoned his shoes and glasses and dived into rising floodwaters to save a driver whose car was sinking fast in Morayfield, Queensland. -
Cinema Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Clayface' – Gloopy, gruesome, but not quite great An admirably dark and wince-inducing detour for DC Studios, who get a lot right with 'Clayface' when it comes to horror. However, the script lets it down in the second half, leading to a bold but uneven result. -
No Comment Albania: Parliament descends into chaos as MPs clash over protests Heated exchanges and chaotic scenes gripped Albania's parliament in Tirana on Thursday as rival MPs clashed inside, while student demonstrators continued their protests outside for a tenth day. -
Culture news 'Music is medicine': RAYE wins Mercury Prize 2026 for her second album 'This Music May Contain Hope' British jazz and soul artist RAYE beat competition from heavyweights including Paul McCartney, Florence + The Machine and favourite Olivia Dean. The Mercury Prize honours the best album released by a British or Irish artist each year. -
Travel News Central Park’s horse-drawn carriages face ban as New York votes to end tourist attraction Horse-drawn carriage rides could end in Central Park in June 2028, following years of debate over animal welfare and public safety. -
No Comment Taiwan: Deadly Typhoon Champi brings travel chaos and school closures Towering waves crashed against Taiwan's coastline as Typhoon Champi swept past the island on Friday, leaving one person dead, 94 injured and hundreds of flights cancelled. -
Business Volvo Cars announces 2,500 job cuts as it swings to quarterly loss Chinese ownership has not shielded Volvo Cars from competition in China, as the Geely-owned carmaker steps up its turnaround efforts amid pressure from local rivals, US tariffs and the removal of EV incentives. -
Europe Today Serbia election results expected to be ‘very tight’, analyst says Berta López Domènech, an analyst at the European Policy Centre, said this is the first time an alternative to Serbia’s current leader, Aleksandar Vučić, has “real options” ahead of Sunday’s snap elections. -
EU.XL Less product, same price: what is supermarket ‘shrinkflation’? From chocolate bars to toothpaste, everyday products are getting smaller while prices stay the same. Known as “shrinkflation,” this is making groceries increasingly expensive for Europeans, who end up paying the same for less. -
Europe News Won a dream, got reality: why a German is selling his Haribo island A private island, a log cabin and Canada on the doorstep: in 2005, Matthias R. from Bavaria won an unusual jackpot. Some 20 years on, he is looking for a buyer, as even wilderness needs upkeep - and it is a long way to go just for a short break. -
Europe Today A Budapest reset, and a scramble to get Ukraine peace talks back on track Good morning. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this Friday edition: Ursula von der Leyen is set to become a headline act at Hungary’s 1956 revolution commemoration, and Europeans grapple with Trump’s “terrifying” Ukraine approach. -
Markets Could lab-made gold crash prices like diamonds? US start-up says it turned mercury into gold Little-known San Francisco start-up Marathon Fusion says it has turned mercury into stable gold at ten times the rate of CERN's record, raising a question that has haunted the diamond trade: could lab-made gold one day sink the price of the mined metal? -
Europe Today Europe Today: France braces for fresh protests as EU leaders seek Hungary reset France is bracing for another weekend of protests after last week’s demonstrations turned violent, as the government faces pressure to restore order. Meanwhile, EU leaders visit Hungary amid hopes of a reset in relations, while Serbia’s snap election puts President Aleksandar Vučić under pressure. -
EU News EU-Canada 'love story' needs more than warm words, senior MEP warns European Parliament’s point man on Canada, Tobias Cremer, told Euronews that the planned “associate membership” should include an institutional framework formalising closer ties between the EU and Canada. -
Culture news Lionel Messi sparks euphoria in Oviedo ahead of Princess of Asturias award ceremony The Argentinian footballer has arrived in Spain's Oviedo region with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo, greeting hundreds of fans awaiting him. This Friday he will receive the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports. -
Markets Oil tops $114 as European shares fall and Kering tumbles Rising energy prices added to inflation concerns as European shares fell and Kering tumbled on weak Gucci sales. An AI sell-off drove investors towards US bonds, while France’s borrowing costs remained above 5%. -
Climate Europe just had its deadliest summer. Which country was hit the hardest by extreme heat? Europe faced its ‘worst summer on record’ for heat deaths – with climate change responsible for two-thirds. -
Qatar Drones, AI and cybersecurity on display as Milipol Qatar brings together firms from 33 countries Around 280 companies from 33 countries gathered at Milipol Qatar, displaying drones, robots and AI systems. Exhibitors discussed changing security needs, while officials examined how to protect essential services and respond to cyberattacks and emergencies. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 23rd, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
EU News 'It's terrifying': Ukraine and Europe on edge as Trump sides with Putin Trump’s pivot towards Putin has reignited fears that Washington is pushing Ukraine towards capitulation, regardless of the consequences. Alarmed, Europeans are scrambling to get the peace talks back on track. -
Travel News Québec, Kyoto and Wachau Valley: These are the world’s best places to visit for autumn foliage The top spot went to Québec City, with only one European destination making the cut. -
Health news Major emitters fall short on climate action despite health pledges in their climate plans Governments claim to protect public health while failing to tackle fossil fuel dependence, as new research by the Global Climate and Health Alliance exposes a gap between climate rhetoric and action. -
Albania Albanian opposition and ruling party lawmakers scuffle in parliament over student protest tensions The clashes broke out after parliamentary leadership rejected opposition demands to debate ten days of student demonstrations that have gripped the capital Tirana. -
World News Japan village looks to young Peruvians to tackle ageing population A small Japanese village facing an ageing population and labour shortages is hoping to attract young residents from Peru through a new sister-city partnership. -
China Magnitude 7 earthquake strikes Tibet killing at least 16 people and destroying hundreds of homes It was the most powerful earthquake to strike the region in five years, according to Chinese media.