Europe News Industry bosses call for 'urgent and bold' action to cut energy prices The plea comes ahead of an informal summit in Alden Biesen on Thursday, when leaders will discuss the bloc's competitiveness and ways to revitalise the economy, particularly for energy-intensive sectors. 11/02/2026
Tech News Could your home security system be your biggest threat? A significant design flaw in Shelly’s new Gen 4 home security devices could leave millions of European homes open to attacks, claims Pen Test Partners. 11/02/2026
Italy Norwegian biathlete says he regrets TV confession of infidelity Sturla Holm Laegreid’s tearful confession did not go down well with critics who said it took the focus away from his Norway teammate Johan Olav-Botn, who took gold in the event. 11/02/2026
Culture news Macron opens new exhibitions exploring French ties with Cyprus In the framework of the Cyprus Presidency of the European Council, the two leaders of France and Cyprus have opened two major exhibitions in Paris examining historic ties between the two countries. 11/02/2026
Business Heineken to cut up to 6,000 jobs as beer demand weakens The world’s second-largest brewer is accelerating cost savings as demand softens in key markets and its chief executive prepares to step down. 11/02/2026
Europe in Motion Floods: How many Europeans are insured against climate disasters? Worries are sky high following the latest weather bombs in Spain, Portugal and Italy. 11/02/2026
Earth News Portugal's interior minister resigns after flood management crticism Maria Lucia Amaral "felt that she did not have the personal and political conditions necessary to carry out her duties," a presidency statement late on Tuesday said. 11/02/2026
Health news Measles threat persists in Europe amid vaccine hesitancy, experts warn Health agencies warn that measles remains a challenge in Europe despite a 2025 decline from the previous year's record high, urging urgent action on vaccination hesitancy. 11/02/2026
Germany Tech boss' bond with politician's daughter raises questions in Germany Eric Schmidt and Gloria-Sophie Burkandt have sparked speculation in Germany after appearing together at Davos amid questions over political ties and possible influence. 11/02/2026
The Big Question ‘Consumers have become much more discerning,’ says PepsiCo CEO “Consistency really can help build strong brands,” PepsiCo’s CEO of International Beverages tells The Big Question. 11/02/2026
Travel News Baz Luhrmann-designed private train experience to launch this summer Luhrmann, who worked in collaboration with costume and production designer Catherine Martin, took inspiration from the British countryside and Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream for the interiors. 11/02/2026
Travel News Chic Italian island caps tour groups to curb overtourism this summer Capri receives up to 50,000 daily visitors in peak season, a number far exceeding the resident population of roughly 13,000 to 15,000. 11/02/2026
Europe News France set to clash with Germany and Italy at EU leaders' retreat Paris is facing a Berlin-Rome axis in the debate over how to revive the EU economy. From eurobonds to a European preference and the Mercosur trade deal, competing visions are set to collide when the bloc’s 27 leaders meet on Thursday. 11/02/2026
Ukraine Study finds Europe has maintained stable aid to Kyiv despite US exit The US has almost completely withdrawn aid to Kyiv but Europe has stepped up and massively increased support to fill the gap, stabilising the flow of cash. But a new report finds that the majority of aid comes from a small handful of states. 11/02/2026
Europe News European preference is a 'fine line to walk', warns von der Leyen The debate on "Made in Europe" will be at the centre of the discussions that EU leaders will have during an informal summit on Thursday. 11/02/2026
Estonia Estonian intelligence report says Russia has no plans to attack soon Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service chief Kaupo Rosin warned that "Russia remains a dangerous country despite its incompetence," as Tallinn published its annual security assessment report on the threat Russia poses to the region and NATO. 11/02/2026
Europe News EU unveils strategy to shield bloc from malicious drones The European Commission's new strategy includes new investments in technological development to integrate surveillance capacity. 11/02/2026
Europe News Orbán's rivals promise an end to Hungary's 'inflated vetoes' Hungary's opposition Tisza Party boasts a serious track record of experience – including quite a lot of work for previous Orbán governments. What can the world expect from them? 11/02/2026
France Why France wants to penalise 'online sexual exploitation' on OnlyFans France’s Senate has voted in a new criminal offence targeting intermediaries or agents representing adult content creators on online platforms. The bill, which has sparked deep divisions, aims to crack down on what supporters call “pimping 2.0”. 11/02/2026
Art Copenhagen Light Festival: Hundreds take part in Light Run on snow Around 1,000 runners took part in a night race through illuminated installations during the Copenhagen Light Festival. Wearing light chains and glowing costumes, participants ran through the Danish capital, combining sport, public space and contemporary light art. Watch the video above for more. 11/02/2026
Albania Police fire tear gas as Albania opposition protest turns violent At least 16 police were injured and 13 people arrested as opposition leader Sali Berisha’s supporters clashed with security forces in Tirana over corruption claims. 11/02/2026
No Comment Violence erupts at anti-government protest in Albanian capital Clashes broke out between police and opposition supporters in Tirana as protesters demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. 11/02/2026
Europe Today EU is capitulating to the US in trade deal, MEP Bricmont says In an interview with Euronews' morning show Europe Today, Greens/EFA group MEP Saskia Bricmont said the trade agreement between the EU and the United States as a "total capitulation", calling for more investments and decoupling from Washington. 11/02/2026
Europe Today Newsletter: How to fix Europe’s competitiveness problem? Also in this newsletter: US expected to withdraw only a limited amount of troops from NATO territory; why EU leaders agree to disagree on who should speak to Putin; and how Hungary's Tisza party is breaking ranks with the EPP to shake off the "Brussels puppet" label. 11/02/2026
Europe News European leaders meet industry heavyweights in power shift European leaders are meeting industry bosses in Antwerp before an informal summit focused on competitiveness. Rome and Berlin push to cut bureaucracy, while Paris calls for Made in Europe preference. 11/02/2026
EU.XL Europe’s gun industry: From regulation to global exports Europe has some of the world’s strictest gun regulations, yet it is also one of the largest producers and exporters of firearms. How does the EU regulate this industry? Watch the video. 11/02/2026