Earth News How Germany proved that plug-in solar is worth the investment The war on Iran has triggered a growing interest in plug-in solar panels, which have long been all the rage in Germany. 07/04/2026
Destinations Where can you have the best treasure hunting holidays? From finding gold coins to discovering underwater shipwrecks, these are the best treasure hunting destinations for adventure seekers. 07/04/2026
Ukraine How can Ukraine help unlock the Strait of Hormuz? US President Donald Trump threatened to unleash "hell" on Iran if it failed to meet his Tuesday deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping. Can Ukraine help unblock it? 06/04/2026
Europe News Serbia looks for pipeline plot culprit as Vance's Hungary visit nears Serbia has opened a probe into the attempted pipeline sabotage after explosives were found near Kanjiža, as military intelligence suspects a migrant with training, raising the temperature before a key election in Hungary on Sunday. 06/04/2026
Travel News Europe’s Entry/Exit System: What to know about all the EES changes The new EES system is fully operational from today and could help significantly modernise EU control systems – but travellers should expect a few initial hiccups. 06/04/2026
Travel News Why are we taxed to fly? Europe’s aviation levies explained Airfare pricing is no simple business. From dynamic ticketing, to government policies and shifting global factors, what passengers end up paying can be highly unpredictable. 06/04/2026
Europe in Motion Summer holidays: What is Europe's new summer hotspot? Many tend to think of France, Greece, Italy and Spain when booking their ideal European summer destination. But new figures suggest there's a new country on the scene. 06/04/2026
Greece Mitsotakis urges swift EU probe into MPs over Greek farm subsidy fraud Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has asked EU prosecutors to swiftly charge MPs over alleged €23m farm subsidy fraud, as resignations and pressure mount. 06/04/2026
Europe News Hundreds of motorcyclists join priest in Portugal's Easter on wheels Hundreds of bikers joined Father Avelino in Sintra for the 19th Easter motorcycle procession, blending Catholic tradition with roaring engines. 06/04/2026
The Cube Orbán allies baselessly accuse Meta of Hungarian election interference Meta has found itself embroiled in Hungary's tense election campaign, after supporters of the ruling Fidesz party claimed their posts are being restricted to favour opposition parties. In reality, there is no weight to the allegations. 06/04/2026
Germany What will Germany's new military service act actually change Under the new law, German men aged 17 to 45 must obtain authorisation for extended stays abroad. The obligation is not new, but critics say it should have been communicated more clearly. 06/04/2026
Climate Inside Italy’s fight against a coastal erosion emergency The country risks losing about 20 per cent of its beaches by 2050 and 45 per cent by 2100, according to a recent report. 06/04/2026
Europe News Jet fuel crisis: Rationing triggered at four airports in Italy Four northern Italian airports introduce restrictions on jet fuel due to the energy crisis, with priority given to long-haul and medical flights. Meanwhile, Ryanair has warned that if the Iran war continues, summer flights are at risk across Europe. 06/04/2026
No Comment In Portugal, bikers join Father Avelino for Easter blessing In Sintra, Father Avelino leads an Easter motorbike parade, taking the traditional compasso blessing to the streets and uniting bikers in faith. 06/04/2026
Culture news Spanish police find lost 17th-century manuscript for sale online Spanish police recovered a 17th-century velvet guild manuscript that had been missing for a century after spotting it for sale online. The artefact will remain the property of its current owner, but it will now be conserved. 06/04/2026
Culture news The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week Zendaya returns for the third season of young adult drama Euphoria, while a fascinating new French exhibition studies Francis Bacon's later works. Here's what to keep an eye out for this week. 06/04/2026
EU.XL Can AGILE boost the EU’s defence readiness? Ask the Euronews chatbot The EU’s new AGILE programme mobilises €115 million for AI, drones, robotics, quantum, and cybersecurity. The goal is to reduce the bloc’s dependence on external partners. Ask the Euronews AI chatbot how AGILE can ramp up European defence innovation. 06/04/2026
Tech News €500 billion-worth European data economy troubles continue As AI grabs the spotlight, Europe’s data economy still powers billions in value, yet fragmented GDPR enforcement continues to hold innovators back. The Digital Omnibus was meant to help, but the EU now risks retreating from even modest reform. 06/04/2026
wellbeing 235 metres underground, a hospital in Armenia is fighting to survive Once state-funded, the centre now faces possible closure after the government withdrew support, saying the treatment lacks scientific evidence. 06/04/2026
Europe News Explosives found near gas pipeline to Hungary, Vučić says Serbian president Aleksandar Vučić has said that explosives were found by police near a pipeline that carries gas from Russia to Serbia and Hungary, but did not elaborate on potential suspects or their motives. 05/04/2026
Europe News Zelenskyy warns US-Iran war could divert critical aid from Ukraine President Zelenskyy has warned that a prolonged US-Israeli war with Iran is threatening the supply of vital Patriot missiles and boosting Russia’s economy through surging oil prices. 05/04/2026
Art Leipzig Eierlei festival celebrates the art of Easter egg decoration For some painting eggs is an integral part of Easter, but exhibitors at the Eierlei Festival in Leipzig take this tradition to a new level as craft and art experts show what can be done with supposedly "simple" decorations. 05/04/2026
Business Portugal among EU countries with most people working 50 hours per week A recent Randstad analysis indicates that only Greece, Cyprus and France have a higher percentage of employees habitually working 49 hours or more per week than in Portugal. 05/04/2026
Destinations Essential travel apps you need to download for a trip to Europe From trains and translation to booking stays and splitting costs, these are the apps that can make travelling around Europe much easier. 05/04/2026
Ecotech ‘Become a gift, rather than a burden’ when you die: Compost your body Is rebirth on your mind this Easter? Human composting turns your body into ‘beautiful, stunning’ soil when you die. 05/04/2026
Business Cocoa shortage: Why your Easter chocolate costs more than before Cocoa and chocolate prices in Europe rose significantly faster than overall inflation ahead of Easter. Easter supplies depend on increasingly fragile supply chains. 05/04/2026