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Bulgaria’s Kukeri dancers revive ancient winter rituals

Bulgaria comes alive each January as Kukeri dancers take to village streets to perform rituals meant to drive away evil spirits and mark the end of winter.

14/01/2026

Travel News

What are the safest airlines in Europe in 2026?

Seven European carriers made the top 25 list this year, according to AirlineRatings.

14/01/2026

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The New Economics of Corporate Sustainability

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As the World Economic Forum once again brings state and corporate leaders together, Euronews – in conjunction with CDP – will host a high-level discussion on the question of environmental leadership and how it can reshape business performance.

14/01/2026

Earth News

EU cracks down on forever chemicals in drinking water. Will it work?

Experts warn that the EU's new rules on 'forever chemicals' do not go far enough to protect Europeans from drinking 'poison'.

14/01/2026

Switzerland

Economic confrontation biggest global threat in 2026, WEF report says

Geoeconomic confrontation — ranging from sanctions to tariffs — is the top threat, found the World Economic Forum (WEF)'s Global Risks Report on the eve of its annual meeting gathering the world's business and political elites, set to take place in Davos next week.

14/01/2026

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Vienna battles deep freeze as Danube ice threatens shipping

Austria faced overnight disruption into Tuesday morning as black ice continued to refreeze roads and pavements, while icebreaking operations protected cruise ships on the Danube.

14/01/2026

Earth News

Why time is running out for the EU and UK to plant more trees

The UK and EU both have ambitious targets for planting new trees to help meet climate targets. But how much progress has actually been made?

14/01/2026

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Farmers leave Paris but tensions rise in Toulouse over EU-Mercosur trade deal

Farmers from FNSEA and Jeunes Agriculteurs unions left Paris after protesting rising costs. Tractors entered Toulouse, defying a local ban, under police watch.

14/01/2026

Europe

Newsletter: Metsola predicts Iranian regime collapse

Also in this newsletter: Trump's Greenland annexation threats loom large as NATO's North Atlantic Council meets, and former EU trade boss Pascal Lamy warns that delaying approval of EU-US trade deal could jeopardise Trump's support for Ukraine.

14/01/2026

European Union

What is the EU doing to defend its borders?

Europe is shifting into defence mode. EU leaders say the threat is real and growing. As Brussels pours billions into defence, is Europe preparing fast enough for the threats it says are coming?

14/01/2026

Europe Today

Europe Today: Exclusive interview with Roberta Metsola

Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

14/01/2026

Economy

Bank of mum and dad: Did the UK housing boom lock in privilege?

A new report shows the housing boom made parental property wealth a decisive gatekeeper to opportunity, high-end renting, and owning for younger generations.

14/01/2026

Climate

2025 was the third-hottest year: Why is this decade breaking records?

The past 11 years have been the warmest on record globally. Europe is warming significantly faster than the global average.

14/01/2026

Denmark

Greenland's prime minister says his country chooses Denmark over US

Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen of Greenland said on Tuesday that his country choses Denmark over the US a day before officials from the three governments are set to meet at the White House. "Greenland will not be owned by the United States." Nielsen added.

13/01/2026

Estonia

Estonia bans 261 Russians who fought in Ukraine from entering country

The ministry estimates as many as 1.5 million Russians have taken part in the full-scale invasion, about half of them having served on the front line.

13/01/2026

France

Marine Le Pen back in court as appeal threatens 2027 presidential bid

A Paris appeal court will decide whether the far-right figurehead can run for president in 2027, as attention increasingly turns to her 30-year-old protégé and MEP Jordan Bardella.

13/01/2026

Germany

Kaja Kallas in Berlin for talks with German Defence Minister Pistorius

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas held talks in Berlin with German defence minister Boris Pistorius as challenges to the future of European and global security continue to mount.

13/01/2026

Ukraine

2025 was deadliest year for Ukrainian civilians since 2022, UN says

War-related violence in Ukraine killed 2,514 civilians and injured 12,142 last year, a 31% rise in the number of victims from 2024, a UN monitor said.

13/01/2026

The Cube

Fact check: Machado can't 'share' her Nobel Peace Prize with Trump

Once a Nobel Prize is announced, the decision is final. After this point, it cannot be revoked, shared or transferred.

13/01/2026

Turkey

Prosecutor shoots and injures judge in Istanbul appeals court

Judge Aslı Kahraman sustained serious injuries when Muhammet Çağatay Kılıçaslan, a prosecutor and Kahraman's alleged ex-partner, opened fire inside the courthouse, according to the domestic press.

13/01/2026

Europe in Motion

Flu season: How is the infection spreading across the EU?

While most EU countries continue to face a rise in flu cases, a higher share of citizens are getting vaccinated.

13/01/2026

Travel News

Freezing rain and ice disrupt travel across central and eastern Europe

Passengers have been advised to check for the latest updates before they travel.

13/01/2026

Destinations

This Portuguese island is the top trending destination in the world

Tripadvisor’s awards are based on 12 months of review data from its global travel community, providing an illuminating insight into what’s really exciting travellers.

13/01/2026

Culture news

Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault by two former employees

The Spanish veteran singer is facing sexual assault accusations from a domestic worker and a physiotherapist who describe an atmosphere of harassment in his mansions in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.

13/01/2026

Ukraine

Russia targets Ukraine's power grid in another major attack

Russia fired 300 drones, 18 ballistic missiles and seven crise missiles at Ukraine, killing at least four people and injuring a dozen others.

13/01/2026

Health news

WHO warns low taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol pose health risks

Low taxes, which are not in line with inflation, are ineffective in reducing alcohol or sugary drink consumption, the World Health Organization warns.

13/01/2026