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Meloni admits defeat as Italians reject judicial reform in referendum

The Italian premier conceded defeat after preliminary results showed that most voters rejected the proposed changes to Italy's judiciary, in what was widely seen as a major test of her government.

23/03/2026

Europe News

Greece train tragedy trial adjourned amid courtroom chaos

Hundreds of people turned up for the trial into the 2023 train collision that left 57 dead, leading to complaints from lawyers that the venue was "insultingly" unsuitable.

23/03/2026

Health news

Lyme disease vaccine shows strong results in clinical trial

Pfizer and Valneva's Lyme disease vaccine has shown promising results in clinical trials, paving the way for regulatory approval despite setbacks due to fewer cases than expected, according to the companies.

23/03/2026

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Aerials show aftermath of suspected arson attack on Jewish ambulances in London

Emergency services responded after volunteer ambulances run by a Jewish organisation were set on fire in London.

23/03/2026

Europe News

EU calls on Hungary to clarify 'concerning' reports of Russia leaks

The Commission has called on Budapest to clarify reports suggesting that Hungarian foreign minister Péter Szijjártó regularly briefed his Russian counterpart Lavrov on closed-door EU Council meeting causing uproar.

23/03/2026

Europe News

EU says Mercosur deal set for provisional application from 1 May

The EU executive finalised procedures to provisionally implement the contentious Mercosur trade deal, with tariff cuts on goods to take effect from 1 May despite a legal challenge at the EU Court of Justice.

23/03/2026

The Cube

Is the UK demanding decades of rent from the US if it leaves NATO?

The transcript of a fake speech allegedly made by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been posted online, raising questions about whether NATO countries pay rent when stationing military personnel in a fellow member state.

23/03/2026

Markets

Gold and silver plummet then soar on Trump's Iran statement

Middle East conflict was supposed to boost precious metals. Instead, oil and rate fears have sent silver crashing 40%, and gold is feeling it too.

23/03/2026

Travel News

How Teruel Airport in Spain became a global hub for grounded aircraft

Due to the conflict in the Gulf region, Qatar Airways has relocated 20 of its aircraft to the remote airport in eastern Spain.

23/03/2026

Climate

Melting glacier on Germany’s highest peak leads to ski lift demolition

Germany’s Zugspitze glacier is rapidly melting, forcing the removal of a 50-year-old ski lift. Experts warn that Bavaria’s remaining glaciers could vanish within years, highlighting the tangible effects of climate change in the Alps.

23/03/2026

Travel News

World’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship hits major milestone

Viking Libra will use a hybrid propulsion system, partially based on liquefied hydrogen fuel cells.

23/03/2026

Europe News

EU pushes early gas refills while easing storage targets on Iran war

Goal is to avoid panic buying while ensuring that EU countries' gas storage is replenished by next winter. The European Commission also told member states to refill below the 90% level set by law in 2022.

23/03/2026

Tech News

Senior European journalist suspended over made-up AI quotes

Journalist Peter Vandermeersch, who worked with Dutch publisher Mediahuis, reportedly fabricated expert quotes into 15 of 53 articles written for them

23/03/2026

United Kingdom

UK police investigate Jewish charity ambulance arson as hate crime

British police said they were investigating a suspected arson attack as an antisemitic hate crime, after volunteer ambulances run by a Jewish organisation were set on fire.

23/03/2026

Space

The best places in Spain to see the total eclipse of the Sun

The astronomical phenomenon is already having an impact on tourism in the areas within the band of totality.

23/03/2026

France

Former French Prime Minister Lionel Jospin dies at 88

Jospin, who was head of government from 1997 to 2002 before losing to the far right in presidential polls, has died aged 88, his family said on Monday.

23/03/2026

Health news

Meningitis B cases in the UK drop as authorities expand vaccination

The number of confirmed cases in the Kent meningitis B outbreak has fallen to 29 following laboratory reclassification, according to United Kingdom health authorities.

23/03/2026

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New Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire cycles to city hall after election win

Emmanuel Grégoire heads to Paris City Hall on a rental bike after winning the mayoral election.

23/03/2026

Markets

Oil prices slide after Trump withdraws from Iran ultimatum

Oil prices dropped and stock markets started to climb after comments from US President Donald Trump raised hopes for a quick end to the Iran war.

23/03/2026

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Clashes erupt in Albania’s capital during opposition protest

Protesters launched fireworks and petrol bombs toward government buildings, prompting police to respond with tear gas and water cannons.

23/03/2026

Europe Today

Iran has always been 'lethal spoiler,' EU counter-terror chief says

EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Bartjan Wegter told Euronews' flagship show Europe Today that instability, conflict or violence always creates opportunity for violence, including for the Tehran regime.

23/03/2026

Europe Today

Newsletter: Hungary accused of briefing Moscow on sensitive EU talks

Also today: The results from a nail-biting parliamentary election in Slovenia and French muncipal runoffs considered a political litmus test a year before a pivotal presidential ballot.

23/03/2026

EU.XL

Home shortages and rising prices: can the EU solve the housing crisis?

The European Parliament adopted a wide-ranging report on March 10, warning that millions of European citizens face precarious housing. Take our poll, join the conversation!

23/03/2026

Culture news

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

A housekeeper battles a satanic cult in 'They Will Kill You', Swedish pop powerhouse Robyn sings about dating apps and IVF, and Liza Minelli spills all about affairs and addiction. Here's what to look out for this week.

23/03/2026

Europe News

Slovenia parliamentary elections: Preliminary results show tight race

Slovenia faces political uncertainty after near-final results show Robert Golob’s Freedom Movement and Janez Janša’s SDS virtually tied in parliamentary vote held on Sunday.

23/03/2026

Travel News

Flying from the UK is about to get more expensive

Air Passenger Duty changes will come into play on 1 April, with bigger increases for longer flights and private jets.

23/03/2026