Europeans' Stories European dockworkers demand halt to arms shipments to Israel Israel says its Gaza offensive is self-defence, but dissent is spreading. In June, French dockworkers blocked a shipment of arms components bound for Israel, rousing support across Europe. In the Italian port of Genoa, dockworkers — long opposed to arms exports — joined the protest. 30/07/2025
The Road To Green Stopping pollution at source: Can we turn off the plastic tap? In partnership with The European Commission Faced with the explosion of plastic consumption, scientists and institutions are warning: recycling will not be enough. Reducing andalternative options are needed to tackle plastic pollution, with plastics now present everywhere in the environment and even in our bodies. 30/07/2025
The Road To Green Plastic-free holidays in Croatia: the destinations setting an example In partnership with The European Commission With its turquoise waters and picturesque villages, the Croatian coast attracts millions of tourists every summer. But this authentic beauty is under threat from massive plastic pollution. Several towns and islands are taking action to limit its impact. 30/07/2025
Business Over 100,000 Ukrainian companies founded in Poland since 2022 Since the outbreak of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Ukrainians residing in Poland have established more than 13,000 companies and around 90,000 sole proprietorships, according to data from the Polish Economic Institute and Gremi Personal. 30/07/2025
Business Mercedes sees profits slump by more than half amid US tariff turmoil German carmaking powerhouse Mercedes-Benz also issued new predictions for this year’s revenue, indicating that it will be significantly below last year's total. 30/07/2025
Europe News Poland's €45bn defence loan bid makes up third of EU total More member states may decide to request loans before the formal deadline in late November. 30/07/2025
Economy Eurozone growth slows: Spain leads and Germany contracts Eurozone GDP rose just 0.1% in the second quarter of 2025, down from 0.6% in Q1, as Germany and Italy slipped into contraction. Spain led growth at 0.7%, while France surprised with 0.3% growth. 30/07/2025
No Comment Emergency response underway after deadly floods in northern Romania More than 2,500 people have been affected by severe flash floods in Suceava county, northern Romania, where three people were confirmed dead and hundreds of homes damaged. 30/07/2025
Tech News Italian antitrust authority probing Meta's WhatsApp AI chatbot The technology giant is under investigation in Italy for alleged breaches of EU competition law. 30/07/2025
Business Sweden’s Klarna receives licence from UK’s Financial Conduct Authority The move will allow the fintech firm to launch a debit card and offer its UK-based customers Klarna accounts where they can save funds. 30/07/2025
No Comment Protesters demand resignation nine months after Valencia floods Nine months after the Dana floods claimed 228 lives in the province of Valencia, the town of Catarroja held a protest on Tuesday over the regional government's handling of the disaster. 30/07/2025
Tech News Microsoft Authenticator to end password autofill. Set up a passkey now Stored passwords will be inaccessible starting Aug. 1 unless you have the Edge browser. 30/07/2025
Tech News Google will sign up to EU’s AI Code despite concerns Meta is so far the only US tech giant that has said it will not sign up to the voluntary rules. 30/07/2025
Earth News What are the strongest earthquakes ever recorded? The recent earthquake in Russia reopens the memory of some of the most devastating earthquakes mankind has ever experienced. 30/07/2025
Economy Shopping basket: Where do groceries cost the most in Europe? Grocery prices show significant disparities across European cities—even between those in the same country. Euronews Business takes a closer look at Deutsche Bank’s ‘Grocery Index’ to reveal the cheapest and most expensive shopping baskets. 30/07/2025
Europe News $10M in US-funded contraceptives sit in limbo in Europe Contraceptives valued at $10 million stored in Europe face destruction following the closure of a key American aid agency, amid backlash from global health groups calling for redistribution. 30/07/2025
Earth News Is wind power really a ‘con job’? Fact-checking Trump’s latest claims US President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of wind energy during a visit to Scotland, calling turbines ugly, costly, and harmful to wildlife. 30/07/2025
Europe News EU fails to agree Israeli suspension from research fund over Gaza EU member states could not rally the support necessary to suspend Israel from the Horizon Europe fund in response to the war in Gaza. The proposal needed a qualified majority of member states to pass it. But two of the largest countries - Germany and Italy - said they need more time to examine it. 30/07/2025
Europe News Backlash in Germany as Nürnberg Zoo kills 12 healthy baboons The zoo's population of Guinea baboons had grown to 43 and was too big for a house opened in 2009 for 25 animals plus their young, leading to more conflicts among the animals. 29/07/2025
Greece Pro-Palestine group protests arrival of Israeli cruise ship on Crete Riot police kept the crowd away from the pier where the cruise ship was docked, while scuffles broke out between demonstrators and police. 29/07/2025
Business Automotive giant Stellantis faces €1.5 billion hit from US tariffs Stellantis is bracing for €1.5 billion in losses due to US tariffs this year, placed both on cars and car parts. 29/07/2025
Europe News Starmer says UK will recognise Palestinian state if no Gaza ceasefire The situation in Gaza has drawn a wave of international criticism over Israel's conduct in the 21-month war, especially as images of emaciated Palestinian children in the territory emerged and hunger deaths began to circulate widely. 29/07/2025
Greenland Greenland starts football's shortest season after international blow The Arctic island's ambitions of playing competitive international football remain a pipe dream after its pathway to FIFA membership was blocked. 29/07/2025
Europe News Man arrested after two killed in central London stabbing Police did not reveal any details about the business where the crime occurred or a possible motive. None of the victims or the suspect was named. 29/07/2025
EU Decoded The battle over the EU's €2 trillion budget has begun The European Commission has proposed a €2 trillion long-term budget which would controversially merge agricultural and cohesion funds. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen defended the move as effective, but critics have warned it could undermine rural and regional development. 29/07/2025
Economy US and China push through high-stakes tariff talks in Sweden Representatives of the world’s two largest economies meet in Sweden as the expiration date for a 90‑day pause on tariffs draws near. 29/07/2025