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Health news

Measles threat persists in Europe amid vaccine hesitancy, experts warn

Health agencies warn that measles remains a challenge in Europe despite a 2025 decline from the previous year's record high, urging urgent action on vaccination hesitancy.

11/02/2026

Europe News

France set to clash with Germany and Italy at EU leaders' retreat

Paris is facing a Berlin-Rome axis in the debate over how to revive the EU economy. From eurobonds to a European preference and the Mercosur trade deal, competing visions are set to collide when the bloc’s 27 leaders meet on Thursday.

11/02/2026

Europe News

European leaders meet industry heavyweights in power shift

European leaders are meeting industry bosses in Antwerp before an informal summit focused on competitiveness. Rome and Berlin push to cut bureaucracy, while Paris calls for Made in Europe preference.

11/02/2026

Health news

Obesity linked to 70% higher infection risk, study finds

People with obesity are at 70 percent higher risk of serious infections, with one in ten infectious disease deaths globally potentially linked to obesity, according to a new study.

11/02/2026

Health news

Can AI spot a medical lie if presented as a fact? Study finds

Large language models accept fake medical claims if presented as realistic in medical notes and social media discussions, a study has found.

10/02/2026

Europe News

'EU preference is risky to healthy supply chains,' EU industries say

As EU leaders put “Made in Europe” on their agenda at Thursday’s informal summit, industries across the bloc are warning that European preference regulations could upend global supply chains – and questioning how such a policy would work in practice.

10/02/2026

Health news

Drinking coffee or tea daily linked to lower dementia risk, study show

Moderate daily consumption of caffeine is associated with a lower risk of dementia and slower cognitive decline, according to a new study.

10/02/2026

Europe News

Von der Leyen pitches two-speed Europe ahead of Draghi crunch summit

Commission President says bloc should consider cooperation among smaller groups of countries if unanimity is not possible to push through economic agenda. Draghi called for 'pragmatic federalism' ahead of crunch summit.

09/02/2026

Belgium

Belgium's Premier De Wever blasts Brussels political paralysis 'mess'

Belgium’s PM has warned that Brussels’ 600-day coalition deadlock is hurting the country’s image and finances, as hopes rise for breakthrough talks.

09/02/2026

Europe Today

Kallas: Russia must be forced into concessions as envoy talks grow

In an exclusive interview on Europe Today, the EU's chief diplomat says the Kremlin is not taking the Ukraine talks seriously as Brussels ponders appointing a special envoy to represent the 27 at the negotiating table.

09/02/2026

Tech News

Better regulation: speed should not become a substitute for transparen

On February 4, the Commission closed its Better Regulation consultation: most of the 286 respondents urged keeping impact assessments and consultation tools strong.

08/02/2026

Europe News

EU courts the Gulf in push for free trade agreement

The EU's special envoy to the Gulf told Euronews it's high time to get a deal done as Brussels looks to bolster business ties with wealthy Arab nations. Free trade talks have stalled for two decades over political disagreements and conditions for market access.

07/02/2026

Health news

When in Italy: Health tips to stay safe for Winter Olympics 2026 trips

From flu vaccination to food safety: health tips to have a safe stay in Italy during the Olympic Games

07/02/2026

Health news

Claims of ski jumpers' penis injections prompt doping investigation

The World Anti-Doping Agency will look into allegations that ski jumpers are injecting hyaluronic acid into their penises to gain aerodynamic advantage at the Winter Olympics 2026.

06/02/2026

Europe News

US lawmakers urge EU to keep methane rules

As of January 2027, European importers of oil and gas will need to comply with monitoring, reporting, and verification requirements linked to methane emissions data from countries and companies that produce or export to the EU.

06/02/2026

Tech News

TikTok’s 'addictive' design breaches EU law, European Commission says

The European Commission found that TikTok has not sufficiently limited addictive features such as infinite scroll, which encourages compulsive behaviour.

06/02/2026

Health news

The UK investigates 36 baby illnesses tied to formula intoxications

Amid global baby formula recalls, the United Kingdom has confirmed 36 possible intoxication cases.

06/02/2026

Europe News

EU unveils €3bn to mitigate impact of upcoming carbon tax

The new funds come on top of €4 billion frontloaded to the Social Climate Fund, meaning a total of €7 billion will be available for EU countries before 2028.

05/02/2026

Health news

Experimental oral drug lowers ‘bad’ cholesterol by 60%, study finds

A new pill in the final phase of clinical trials cuts harmful cholesterol by 60% in high-risk patients.

05/02/2026

Health news

Following this diet may reduce stroke risk among women

Women who regularly follow a Mediterranean diet show a lower risk of stroke, according to a new study.

05/02/2026

Health news

French assisted dying bill back on the table after Senate rejection

French MPs’ social affairs committee revives divisive assisted dying bill after last week’s Senate turndown, paving the way for a plenary vote on 24 February.

05/02/2026

Europe News

EU, US and Japan to cooperate on critical raw materials

The joint arrangement will focus on boosting demand and diversifying the supply of critical raw materials by identifying and backing projects in mining, refining, and recycling, all with the goal of reducing reliance on China.

05/02/2026

Health news

Should ultra-processed food be regulated like tobacco? Study says yes

A new study argues that ultra-processed foods are engineered more like cigarettes than like real food, and should face tobacco-style rules on marketing, labelling, and taxation.

05/02/2026

The Ring

Can a social media ban protect children from online violence?

In this week’s episode of The Ring, MEPs Axel Voss (EPP) and Christel Schaldemose (Socialists) engage in a deep debate over whether or not a ban on social media for under-16's is a good thing.

04/02/2026

Europe News

European Parliament unfreezes EU-US trade deal

EU lawmakers on Wednesday agreed to resume enforcement of the EU-US trade deal. Talks will continue over how the agreement could be suspended in the future, but MEPs could vote on the deal as early as March.

04/02/2026

Europe News

What is ICE's mandate abroad and can it operate on foreign soil?

Experts say that while the US immigration agency’s principal criminal investigative arm, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), has operated abroad for many years, its activities are formally subject to the approval of host governments.

04/02/2026