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Europe News

Fans rejoice as Spain reaches Euro 2024 final

Spain beat France 2-1 in a high-intensity match.

10/07/2024

wellbeing

Parasocial relationships may cheer you up more than casual ones

A favourite YouTuber or a beloved book character may be more effective at cheering you up than an acquaintance, UK researchers say

04/06/2024

Culture news

PHOTOS: Madonna wraps tour with massive free concert in Brazil

To close out her latest world tour, Madonna performed a free show on Copacabana beach in Rio in front of the largest live crowd in her four-decade career. We take a look back, in pictures.

06/05/2024

Culture news

Does AI spell disaster for the music industry?

The last 100 years have been revolutionary for music but is technology still bringing positive change for the industry?

15/03/2024

Culture news

LOTR fanfiction author loses copyright case to Tolkien estate & Amazon

Author Demetrious Polychron accused Amazon and the Tolkien estate of copyright infringement of his Lord of the Rings-inspired book. His lawsuit backfired and now he owes $134,000 (€122,000).

20/12/2023

Health news

What happens to your brain when your football team wins or loses?

Football fans show different patterns of brain activation depending on a team’s success, a new study on how fanaticism impacts cerebral activity found.

21/11/2023

Culture news

Gig etiquette: Are concertgoers getting more aggressive?

Harry Styles is the latest artist to get hit in the face with an object thrown by a spectator, at his show in Vienna this weekend. Why does this keep happening?

10/07/2023

United Kingdom

Europe's royal superfans flock to London for King Charles's coronation

Some of the most ardent royal supporters have set up camp days in advance, while others are flying in the night before to enjoy a weekend of celebrations in the British capital.

04/05/2023

Culture news

AI-generated Wes Anderson 'Star Wars' trailer goes viral

A fan-made clip which imagines Star Wars through the eyes of beloved indie director Wes Anderson has gone viral, but not everyone is on board...

01/05/2023

Culture news

Can 'King Khan' save Bollywood?

After a four-year hiatus, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan returns with a spy thriller that's attracting hordes of fans across India and abroad.

26/01/2023

People

Meet Australia’s crime-fighting plane spotters

The group of enthusiasts have been given rare access to the tarmac at Adelaide Airport.

12/01/2023

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Watch: Argentine world cup celebrations end in violence

Millions of jubilant fans turned out on Tuesday to welcome home Argentina's World Cup winners led by Lionel Messi, but most were left disappointed when an open-top bus parade in Buenos Aires had to be abandoned due to the massive crowds.

21/12/2022

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Fans show off keepie uppies skills ahead of the Netherlands vs US

These fans might not have gotten a ticket, but they were certainly entertained ahead of the first round of 16 matches.

03/12/2022

Travel News

What are Qatar’s entry requirements for fans heading to the World Cup?

From alcohol laws to fan IDs, you could be caught out if you don’t read up before you go.

21/11/2022

Culture news

Euroviews. Disney superfans: danger or delight to the multi-billion dollar firm?

Disney is trying to keep its most loyal adult customers happy while opening the doors of its theme parks to newcomers and occasional visitors.

03/11/2022

Football Now

'100 Days to Go' until the FIFA World Cup 2022

In partnership with Media City

The countdown to Qatar 2022 continues with the '100 Days to Go' landmark being reached. Preparations are in full swing - we're in Doha to check on the progress being made.

11/08/2022

Culture news

Fandom: dangerous obsession or a way of finding one's community?

Are fandoms "devoured by obsession" or valuable ways of finding a sense of belonging? Euronews spoke to two experts to find out.

04/08/2022

Culture news

Is the best-selling manga of all time about to end?

Over its 25 year history, One Piece has become one of the most successful entertainment exports from Japan. Now, the creator looks to be considering its end.

21/07/2022

Culture news

Comic-Con International returns in full force after pandemic pause

Stars, cosplayers and hordes of fans are filling the San Diego Convention Center in full force for the first time since 2019.

21/07/2022

Culture news

Yu-Gi-Oh! creator dies: here's why it was a legendary franchise

The body Kazuki Takahashi was found floating off the coast of Japan. We look back at the incredible manga and card game he created.

08/07/2022