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EU bets on Mercosur as geopolitics clash with eurosceptic backlash

Geoeconomic tensions are pushing supporters of the EU-Mercosur trade deal to press for a swift ratification. But the agreement risks inflaming euroscepticism, particularly in France, where most political forces oppose it.

18/01/2026

Earth News

Athletes call out polluting firms sponsoring 2026 Winter Olympics

Just three sponsorship deals for the 2026 Olympic Games are predicted to generate 1.3 million tonnes of CO2 emissions.

18/01/2026

Moments

Why de-icing problems have grounded thousands of flights this winter

Aviation experts explain that grounding flights is more complex than just clearing a runway of snow and ice.

18/01/2026

Europe News

EU vows coordinated response to Trump’s Greenland tariff threat

European leaders vowed to stay united as President Trump threatened to impose fresh tariffs until Denmark agrees to sell Greenland in an unprecedented escalation. Von der Leyen says EU will uphold its sovereignty.

17/01/2026

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Thousands protest in Nuuk against Trump’s plan to annex Greenland

Thousands of people rallied in Greenland’s capital Nuuk to oppose US President Donald Trump’s plans to annex the Danish autonomous territory.

17/01/2026

Cinema

LIVE: Watch the 2026 European Film Awards in Berlin

LIVE: The European Film Awards are taking place in Berlin. Three Cannes-premiering, and winning, films - Joachim Trier's 'Sentimental Value,' Óliver Laxe's 'Sirāt' and Jafar Panahi's 'It Was Just an Accident' - are among the nominees for Europe's top film prize.

17/01/2026

Europe News

EU seals contentious trade deal with Mercosur countries

After 25 years of talks, the EU signed the EU-Mercosur trade deal on Saturday, creating a 700 million-person free-trade area. Ratification is still pending, however, with the European Parliament set for a heated debate.

17/01/2026

Europe News

Thousands take part in 'Hands off Greenland' protests in Denmark

Large crowds of demonstrators marched through Copenhagen and other Danish cities on Saturday in support of Greenland's sovereignty amid tensions with the US.

17/01/2026

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Dogs and cats blessed with holy water in Madrid

Dozens of pet owners in Madrid brought their dogs and cats to Saint Anthony Church to be blessed with holy water on St Anthony’s Day.

17/01/2026

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Copenhagen protesters rally for Greenland amid Trump’s push for US control

Hundreds rallied in Copenhagen backing Greenland, waving flags and holding anti-Trump placards.

17/01/2026

Destinations

Europe’s most-recommended travel destinations for 2026

While every list is different, we’ve rounded up the places that have been mentioned again and again.

17/01/2026

Health news

Men's sexual desire peaks at age 40, study finds

A new study contradicts long-held beliefs that male sexual desire declines in their twenties, highlighting the influence of individual variants over pure biology statistics.

17/01/2026

Ukraine

Some of Ukraine's Western air defences out of ammo, Zelenskyy says

The Ukrainian president has repeatedly called on the country's allies to bolster its defence systems to protect its critical energy infrastructure amid ongoing Russian attacks.

16/01/2026

Europe News

European Commission asks industry to back 'Made in Europe' production

The European Commission is asking business leaders to "support and sign" a French-led initiative to increase the share of European industrial production, according to a letter seen by Euronews. The EU executive's call comes a few days before the Industrial Accelerator Act is presented.

16/01/2026

Poland

Polish president slams EU as 'fading star' and warns of Russian threat

One of Russia's goals, in addition to persecuting its own citizens, "is territorial expansion, mass murder and attacks on civilian targets, including hospitals and schools," the Polish president said.

16/01/2026

Lithuania

Lithuania charges six with terrorism over failed attack on Ukraine aid

The target of the botched 2024 attack was Lithuanian company TVC Solutions and mobile radio stations the firm manufactures for Ukrainian armed forces, according to prosecutors.

16/01/2026

Made in Europe

Lab-grown proteins for a hungry world - made in Europe

Food technology made in Europe is a global leader. What is the reason behind this success story? Euronews sent its reporter to East Germany to look for answers in Leipzig's "Bio-City".

16/01/2026

Earth News

How online abuse became the norm for Europe’s climate scientists

Spain could begin cracking down on online abuse targeted at climate scientists after finding an “alarming” increase in hate speech.

16/01/2026

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Qatar’s banking advantage: Expanding pathways for global capital

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As the World Economic Forum takes stage once again in Davos, Euronews will moderate a discussion co-hosted by Qatar National Bank (QNB), Commercial Bank Qatar (CBQ), Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) and Doha Bank.

16/01/2026

Europe News

Greek court clears group of humanitarian workers of migrant smuggling

After more than seven years of legal limbo, a Greek court has acquitted 24 defendants for charges related to smuggling migrants into Greece.

16/01/2026

Travel News

Winter Olympics will ramp up pressure on overtouristed Dolomites

This summer, Dolomite landowners ask tourists to pay a fee on one scenic route after 8,000 visitors arrived in one day.

16/01/2026

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War in Ukraine: How Kyiv copes with winter power outages

Ukraine faces another harsh winter as Russian strikes leave Kyiv without stable electricity or heating. Residents rely on emergency centres to cope with the cold.

16/01/2026

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Governing with foresight: Designing institutions for the next decades

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As the World Economic Forum once again brings state and corporate leaders together in Davos, Euronews will moderate a panel discussion organised by the National Planning Council at the Qatar Pavilion.

16/01/2026

The Cube

Fact check: Is Ursula von der Leyen 'auto-increasing' her own salary?

Recent claims circulating on social media allege that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been “automatically increasing” her own salary. The Cube examined the claims to clarify how the salaries of EU officials are actually determined.

16/01/2026

Culture news

Eurovision marks 70 years with first-ever tour amid Israel controversy

The Europe-wide tour announcement comes amid growing controversy, with several countries boycotting the contest due to Israel's participation.

16/01/2026

Europe in Motion

Migrant returns: Which EU countries are increasing repatriations?

Migrant returns increased by nearly a fifth, but a significant gap remains between the number of repatriation orders issued and those carried out.

16/01/2026