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EU lawmakers urge European Commission to boost fusion energy

MEPs from the European People's Party argued that fusion energy is a reality that needs to be explored and urged the EU executive to lay down a clear regulatory framework to attract investors.

27/01/2026

Europe News

France emerges as key holdout in EU talks on blacklisting Iran’s IRGC

Despite reports of mass casualties in Iran’s crackdown on recent protests, France remains wary of adding the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to the bloc’s terror list, saying the step would achieve little given existing sanctions.

27/01/2026

Health news

Falling vaccination rates drive measles resurgence across Europe

Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Uzbekistan are no longer recognised as measles-free following a spike in cases in 2024.

27/01/2026

Europe News

EU energy ministers pledge to boost offshore wind power in North Sea

Nine European governments have agreed to expand offshore wind capacity across the North Sea to up to 100 GW by facilitating key cross-border projects. Ministers said the completion of these ambitions will cut electricity costs by 30% by 2040.

26/01/2026

Health news

What to know about the baby formula scandal sweeping Europe

Global dairy giants maintain baby formula recall amid cereulide contamination scandal as France investigates two infant deaths.

26/01/2026

Health news

How grandparents’ brains may benefit from looking after children

Caring for grandchildren boosts older adults’ brain health, especially protecting grandmothers from memory and eloquence decline over time.

26/01/2026

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Greenpeace unveils Trump and Putin effigies in Brussels, urges EU to end fossil fuel dependence

Greenpeace activists in Brussels protested against the EU's reliance on imported fossil fuels, urging investment in renewables instead of depending on the US and Russia.

26/01/2026

Health news

Global health experts outline main challenges at Davos 2026

Health experts met in Davos to discuss challenges and opportunities for the future of global health. Here are the key takeaways.

26/01/2026

Health news

Underfunding women's health costs 75 million years of life

Collectively, women lose approximately 75 million years of healthy life each year – equivalent to a week of health lost per woman annually, according to a new report.

25/01/2026

Belgium

NATO chief and Danish prime minister agree to boost Arctic security

NATO said that the United States, Denmark and Greenland would negotiate on stepping up efforts to stop Russia and China gaining a "foothold" on the territory.

23/01/2026

Health news

Could a shingles vaccine help you live longer?

Besides protecting against the disease, the shingles vaccine could also be linked to slower biological ageing, a new study has found.

23/01/2026

Europe Today

Exclusive: Greek PM rebukes Trump’s 'Board of Peace'

In an interview on Euronews’ morning show Europe Today, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis rebuked US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” initiative. He also expressed relief at the de-escalation of tensions with the US over Greenland.

23/01/2026

Health news

The United States leaves WHO after one-year withdrawal process

22 January 2026 was the United States’ final day as a member of the World Health Organization (WHO) after a year of polemic health policy decisions.

23/01/2026

Health news

Global dairy firms recall baby formula over toxic contamination fears

Nestlé, Danone, and Lactalis were forced to recall infant formula batches worldwide amid concerns of toxic cereulide contamination.

22/01/2026

Europe News

EU to 'defend itself 'against any form of coercion', Costa says

EU leaders gathered in Brussels to discuss relations with the US after a diplomatic roller-coaster of a week that saw Donald Trump threaten, then withdraw, plans to impose additional tariffs on European nations to force the sale of Greenland.

22/01/2026

Europe News

MEPs back three-hour deadline for delayed flight compensation

Members of the European Parliament have backed a text to enhance passenger rights after more than a decade's wait. With some airlines arguing it could put them out of business, the decision now needs to be endorsed by EU countries.

21/01/2026

Health news

Vaccine for aggressive skin cancer shows promising results in trials

A personalised mRNA vaccine developed by Moderna and Merck shows lasting benefits for patients with high-risk skin cancer.

21/01/2026

Europe News

EU-Mercosur trade deal referred to Court of Justice

After clearing major political hurdles after more than two decades, the mammoth trade deal now faces further delay pending a judicial verdict.

21/01/2026

Health news

AI ultrasounds promise more accurate prenatal screenings. Here’s how

Prenatal ultrasounds miss up to half of fetal abnormalities, but a new AI-powered tool just cleared by the United States could help close that gap.

21/01/2026

Europe News

Why the EU is wary of targeting US services in a trade clash

As Washington renews tariff threats, Europe is weighing retaliation. Hitting US services would hurt the US the most, but it comes with high risks.

21/01/2026

Economy

Trump’s wine threats hit more than bottles, say European producers

After being caught in the crossfire of US-EU trade tensions in 2025, Europe’s wine industry said it is keeping a cool head following fresh tariff threats against French wine from US President Donald Trump.

20/01/2026

Europe News

EU expects 20% of economic output from steel and aluminium by 2030

A European Commission proposal seeking to re-industrialise and decarbonise the bloc's heavy industry to combat fierce competition from China and the United States has been postponed for the second time, and is now due to be presented on February 25.

20/01/2026

Europe News

US talk on Greenland 'incomprehensible' and 'hostile', Belgian FM says

US President Donald Trump's plans to take control of Greenland are "incomprehensible and unnecessarily hostile", Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot told Euronews. His comments come amid an ongoing scramble among European leaders to devise a response.

20/01/2026

Health news

Five tips to ease cold symptoms this winter

While there are no specific cures for the flu and the common cold, some simple measures can help manage symptoms and improve comfort.

20/01/2026

Health news

Could green inhalers cut health care’s climate footprint?

As climate change worsens respiratory diseases, doctors and drugmakers are exploring earlier diagnosis and low-carbon inhalers to cut emissions from care and protect patients.

20/01/2026

Europe News

Key EU transport network projects set to miss 2030 targets

A new report reveals the bloc's plan to build and upgrade major roads, railways, ports, and airports is well behind on its 2030 targets, undermining trade opportunities and the decarbonisation of European transport.

19/01/2026