Europe

Ukraine

Chernobyl nuclear plant shield no longer blocks radiation, IAEA says

The Europe-built multilayered confinement building completed in 2019 was designed to contain the radiation coming from the melted-down nuclear fuel.

08/12/2025

Europe Today

Seven countries ask EU executive to revoke 2035 diesel and petrol ban

Pressure from EU countries, lawmakers and the automotive industry is likely pushing the European Commission to delay the revision of the bloc's ban on diesel and petrol cars by 2035.

08/12/2025

wellbeing

Does cold-water swimming offer health benefits?

Local swimming group, Opatija Kukali, has been organising winter swims for 22 years.

08/12/2025

Travel News

Portugal strikes have grounded flights and disrupted transport

About half of the country’s workforce is expected to take part in the walkout.

08/12/2025

Romania

Liberal candidate Ciprian Ciucu elected mayor of Romania's capital

Ciprian Ciucu, a close ally of Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, won the mayoral election in Bucharest with around 36% of the votes, defeating hard-right contender Anca Alexandrescu, who polled at 22%.

08/12/2025

Health news

Is sleep or exercise more important for health? New study weighs in

Around 1 in eight people in the global study got enough sleep and exercise.

08/12/2025

Norway

Norway police say suspect detained in shooting at shopping centre

In a statement, police determined that the Storo Storsenter centre was now safe after the perpetrator, who appeared to have acted alone, fired at least one shot inside.

08/12/2025

Europe

Commission to unveil €1.2tr plan to revamp EU power grid, leak shows

The European Commission has identified eight key energy projects under the "Grids Package" to be announced this week, Euronews has learned. The plan aims to increase electricity transmission across the EU27. The EU executive will also endorse storage and hydrogen projects.

08/12/2025

Europe

European Council's Costa rebuffs US interference in European politics

The Council president said the EU will not tolerate political interference in response to a controversial US government document warning of "civilisational erasure" as a result of the bloc's domestic policies, while stating Washington remains an ally and partner.

08/12/2025

Business

L’Oréal shares dip as it bets on Galderma and science-based skincare

The firm’s investment in Galderma signals a pivot towards injectables and more cutting-edge beauty technology.

08/12/2025

Greece

Migrant boy dies in incident in Greece hours after Crete shipwreck

The body of a 12-year-old boy was found ashore near the Greek island of Samos right after a deadly shipwreck left at least 18 people dead south of Crete.

08/12/2025

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Italy swimmer Damiano Lestingi proposes during Olympic Flame event

Italy’s Damiano Lestingi proposed during the Olympic Flame event in Civitavecchia, turning his Milano Cortina 2026 duties into a personal milestone.

08/12/2025

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Sumy region struck by Russian drones, building catches fire

Ukraine reports new Russian drone strikes in Sumy region as firefighters tackle fires and rescuers evacuate residents from a damaged building in Okhtyrka.

08/12/2025

Europe Today

Dictators 'testing' Europe's borders, Tsikhanouskaya tells Euronews

The exiled Belarussian opposition leader says a "quick, bad deal for Ukraine' would endanger the entire security architecture of Europe beyond Kyiv's borders in an interview with Euronews' morning show Europe Today.

08/12/2025

wellbeing

People in the Nordics know how to beat the winter blues. Here’s how

Experts share tips on how to find light in the darkest months of the year, Nordic-style.

08/12/2025

Culture news

The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

Daniel Craig is back as Benoit Blanc in 'Wake Up Dead Man', ghoulish art haunts Switzerland's Kunstmuseum Basel, and Irish singer-songwriter Dove Ellis releases their mesmerising debut album.

08/12/2025

Europe Today

Elon Musk calls for the EU to be abolished after 120 million euro fine

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.

08/12/2025

wellbeing

Europeans are burned out. Inside the mental health workplace puzzle

Companies are investing more than ever in well-being – but the mental health of employees only seems to be getting worse.

08/12/2025

Tech News

Europe's child cyberbullying crisis: Every country sees increase

Euronews Next takes a close look at rising cyberbullying among adolescents across Europe. Experts explain why rates differ between countries, why cases increased during the pandemic, and how family structure plays a role.

08/12/2025

Economy

Alcohol prices in Europe: Which countries are the most expensive?

Alcohol prices differ widely across Europe, often because of taxes used to reduce alcohol-related harm.

08/12/2025

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Hundreds of Santas run through Michendorf, Germany in annual Christmas race

Around 1,000 participants dressed as St Nicholas turned Michendorf into a sea of red for the 17th annual run, marking the start of the holiday season.

07/12/2025

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Budapest's streets fill with runners for Santa Run

Thousands of runners in red and white filled Budapest's streets for the 10th Santa Run, with 4,500 participants across three distances along the Danube.

07/12/2025

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Families find rare calm at Ukraine's exhibition centre amid power cuts

A brightly lit path at Ukraine's main exhibition centre offers a rare moment of calm for families facing daily power cuts and air-raid alerts.

07/12/2025

Moments

Why Sweden is offering free stays in a silent forest cabin

Visit Skåne launched its Stay Quiet campaign as a response to noise pollution.

07/12/2025

Economy

China bets big on exports, but will Europe’s economy pay the price?

China’s export surge threatens Europe’s economy, with Goldman Sachs warning of GDP losses in Germany, Italy, France, and Spain due to rising competition and weak EU policy responses.

07/12/2025

World News

Is a winter of the century looming? Experts warn of Arctic cold

A weak polar vortex could make for a harsh winter in Germany. Experts are currently still divided, but warn it could be particularly frosty after Christmas.

06/12/2025