Europe

Portugal

Portuguese police shift up a gear with Ferrari seized in drug case

Portuguese police's latest acquisition is a Ferrari 488 GTB, which will join a BMW i8 and Ford Mustang V8 in being used for non-crime related duties.

12/08/2025

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Deadly wildfire contained after raging near Madrid suburb

At least one person has died after a wildfire swept through scrub and grassland on the outskirts of Tres Cantos, 21 kilometres north of Madrid, late on Monday.

12/08/2025

EU Decoded

Can the EU be a climate leader and boost its economic competitiveness?

A recent proposal by the European Commission to set an emission reduction target of 90% by 2040 compared to 1990 level is being criticised by European lawmakers, member states and environmentalists alike.

12/08/2025

Ukraine

Russian forces reportedly breach Ukrainian defences in eastern Donetsk

Russian forces have intensified their push in eastern Ukraine, pushing towards the Dobropillia–Kramatorsk highway in Ukraine's Donetsk region, as Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that Russia is redeploying its troops in preparation for a new offensive.

12/08/2025

Moments

How to prepare for a holiday in Europe’s wildfire-prone destinations

Summer blazes are common in Europe, where experts warn that climate change is exacerbating the situation.

12/08/2025

Europe in Motion

What is the main use of plastics in Europe amid global negotiations?

As the world's nations strive to agree on a treaty to combat plastic pollution, plastic consumption continues to rise, resulting in the European Union producing about 13.4 million tonnes of CO2 annually from plastics.

12/08/2025

Poland

Poland charges suspect over parcel bomb amid Russia sabotage fears

Four foreign nationals have been investigated over a parcel containing explosives that was sent via a courier company in Poland last year.

12/08/2025

Earth News

Artist’s plastic sculpture at UN urges delegates to act on pollution

An evolving sculpture built from waste confronts negotiators as talks on a landmark plastic continue.

12/08/2025

EuroVerify

Fact-checking Russian claims that Ukraine is stalling prisoner swap

A war of narratives has erupted between Moscow and Kyiv over the implementation of a prisoner exchange agreed in late July.

12/08/2025

Climate

What are dry storms? A deadly mix of lightning, wind, and heat

Dry storms are a curious meteorological phenomenon. The sky turns dark and thunders, but it doesn't seem to rain.

12/08/2025

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Berlin protesters condemn killing of journalists in Gaza airstrikes

Hundreds of protesters gathered in central Berlin on Monday evening, rallying against the killing of journalists in Gaza during Israeli airstrikes a day earlier.

12/08/2025

Travel News

Why Bosnian mountain resorts want to become year-round tourist spots

Tourism operators in the Jahorina and Bjelasnica mountains near Sarajevo have started expanding their summer offerings in recent years, after several summers with little snow.

12/08/2025

Economy

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund sells its shares in 11 Israeli firms

The fund held stock in 61 Israeli companies at the end of June this year, although public pressure to terminate the contracts has been mounting.

12/08/2025

Spain

Wildfire near Madrid kills one as fires burn across Spain

The fire was brought under control overnight, after a blaze in the Tres Cantos area killed one person and prompted evacuations, the authorities said.

12/08/2025

Spain

Spain orders town to drop Muslim community religious gathering ban

The ban, which affects Muslims celebrating religious holidays in sports centres in the southeastern town of Jumilla, has been challenged by Madrid.

12/08/2025

Europe News

Has the 1.5°C target set out in the Paris Agreement been breached?

In the past 25 months, just four did not see the average temperature exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Does this mean the Paris Climate Agreement failed?

12/08/2025

Europe News

Agression must never be rewarded - lead MEPs weight in ahead of Alaska

If Russia succeeds in altering Ukraine’s borders by force, no country will be safe. Borders can not be assured - 7 lead MEPs warn in a joint statement.

12/08/2025

Destinations

Medieval towns, low crime rates: Why these are Europe’s safest cities

Cities like Dubrovnik and Tallinn have succeeded in preserving their medieval heritage while balancing tourist and resident safety and comfort.

12/08/2025

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Public swimming in Seine proves popular in French capital

Thousands of people have been swimming in the River Seine since Paris opened three public bathing sites last month, the first in more than a century.

12/08/2025

Economy

UK job vacancies fall at a slower pace while wage growth holds steady

Payrolled employment decreased by 8,000 in July compared with June, the smallest decline since a modest rise in January.

12/08/2025

Europe News

EU countries issued a statement in support of Ukraine without Hungary

Hungary's PM Viktor Orbán said the EU attempts to set conditions for a meeting to which leaders of the EU were not invited. He also called for an EU-Russia summit.

12/08/2025

Art

McCartney’s 1960s Beatles photos offer rare behind-the-scenes glimpse

From backstage moments to quiet reflections, Paul McCartney’s photographs of the Beatles’ breakthrough years are heading to a London gallery this August.

12/08/2025

Economy

Which European countries have the longest average working life?

The average number of years Europeans spend working is increasing across continent, but the numbers still vary hugely. Euronews Business compares the data to explain why.

12/08/2025

Europe News

Europe frozen out as US and Russia prepare for Alaska talks 

Until Europe can defend itself, it's not likely to be invited to a great power dialogue, experts have told Euronews.

12/08/2025

Tech News

Coordinated network amplifies child sex abuse on X, researchers warn

At least 150 accounts shared “millions” of posts on X over a four-day period in July that encouraged users to buy child exploitation materials, an investigation has found.

12/08/2025

Spain

Thousands evacuated from Spanish resort of Tarifa over advancing fire

Despite the efforts of emergency teams to control the fire that has been raging across some areas in southern Spain, authorities have been forced to order the eviction of several houses in the municipality of Tarifa near Cadiz.

12/08/2025