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EU moves to ban high-risk inverters from China

An EU official stated that 'serious' economic and cybersecurity threats had been identified, adding that the Commission’s evaluation was based on both classified and publicly available information submitted by several member states.

04/05/2026

Europe News

Spain seizes record cocaine haul in Atlantic, Civil Guard union says

Spain's close ties with Latin America and proximity to Morocco, a top cannabis producer, make it a key entry point for drugs into Europe.

04/05/2026

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Competitors race and jump at Germany’s Hobby Horse Championship

Participants rode stick horses through jumping and dressage events during Germany’s second national Hobby Horse Championship in Frankfurt.

04/05/2026

Europe News

Germany's interior minister wants to retain controls at EU borders

Alexander Dobrindt continues to favour controls at the EU's internal borders, saying they should remain part of the current migration policy, despite courts and researchers opposing them.

04/05/2026

Europe News

EU and US trade chiefs to meet as tariff tensions escalate

The Turnberry deal is still under negotiation between EU governments and lawmakers before it can take effect on the EU side, and the Commission warned that if the US takes actions deemed inconsistent with the agreement, it reserves the right to consider all options.

04/05/2026

Business

Anthropic reportedly in talks to secure UK-based Fractile AI chips

Anthropic is reportedly in discussions to procure high-performance AI chips from Fractile, a London-based start-up. The agreement aims to diversify the hardware supply chain of the Claude creator, namely away from Nvidia.

04/05/2026

Travel News

UK airlines to consolidate flights on same day to save on jet fuel

Carriers will also be able to hand back ‘slots’ at airports without punishment, removing the need to operate controversial ‘ghost flights’.

04/05/2026

Health news

What is the deadly hantavirus? From symptoms, risks and transmission

The situation aboard the MV Hondius is continuing to evolve, with three deaths linked to the outbreak. But what is hantavirus and how does it spread?

04/05/2026

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Czech competitor wins European Yo-Yo Championship in Bratislava

Jakub Dolejs of the Czech Republic claimed the top title in the main 1A category at the European Yo-Yo Championship in Slovakia.

04/05/2026

Europe News

A new Haber–Bosch moment: Europe must rethink fertiliser production

Europe must reinvent fertiliser production to cut agriculture's reliance on fossil fuels and protect jobs in industrial regions, writes Magnolia Tovar, a chemical engineer and expert at a climate innovation think tank, in an opinion piece for Euronews.

04/05/2026

Europe News

Drone strikes Moscow building just days before Russia's V-Day parade

Just days before Russia’s Victory Day parade, a drone reportedly hit a high-rise residential building in Moscow, just kilometres away from the Kremlin.

04/05/2026

Moments

La Gomera hiking trail named one of the world’s best by Lonely Planet

Looking to swap your daily walk a view worth going the distance for? New guide book ‘Where to Go When: Hiking’ includes more than 90 routes across Europe and beyond, highlighting the growing popularity of walking tourism.

04/05/2026

Europe Today

Donald Trump's EU car tariffs ‘targeting Germany,’ says key German MEP

German MEP Bernd Lange said US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 25% tariffs on EU cars appears to target Germany, following Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s criticism of the US stance on Iran. However, the move would likely breach the EU–US trade agreement reached last summer.

04/05/2026

Europe Today

Housing crises explodes: rents up by 60% in Europe

A coalition of European mayors is set for a high-level meeting with the European Commission and Parliament on the housing crisis. Affordable housing isn’t anymore one of the four pillars of the European social model, warns Roberto Gualtieri, Rome’s mayor, to Euronews.

04/05/2026

Europe Today

Trump's trade, defence announcements hotly discussed in Yerevan

The European Political Community (EPC) in the Armenian capital has attracted 47 leaders from around the world, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. US President Donald Trump's trade and defence announcements are expected to be interrogated.

04/05/2026

EU.XL

DMA review: is the EU’s digital economy stronger?

What is the Digital Markets Act (DMA)? In 2022, the EU set out to impose strict "do’s and don’ts" on tech giants. Two years after implementation, the Commission is reviewing how successful it’s been.

04/05/2026

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Participants compete to lure worms from the ground at quirky UK festival

Contestants gathered in southern England for the annual “Wormcharming” competition, attempting to coax worms from the ground without digging.

04/05/2026

Culture news

The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

Marina Abramović marks her upcoming 80th birthday with a new exhibition in Venice, 2000's band Broken Social Scene return, and Mortal Kombat II brings arcade fun to the big screen. Here's what to look out for this week.

04/05/2026

Economy

Irish economic miracle explained: Why all that glitters isn't gold

Ireland's GDP soared 12.3% in 2025 — but it was a mirage. Pharma multinationals front-loaded €25.4bn of exports to the US in March alone, ahead of Trump's tariffs. Now the first quarter of 2026 sees a contraction.

04/05/2026

EU.XL

How is the EU breaking the 'grip' of tech giants?

The Commission's first formal review found the Digital Market Act (DMA) “fit for purpose”. While critics warn against procedural compliance issues, the Parliament asks for smoother implementation. Do you want to know how the DMA regulates online platforms? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.

04/05/2026

Europe Today

Merz–Trump clash deepens as European leaders meet in Armenia

Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

04/05/2026

Ecotech

Türkiye's sci-fi-esque solar city sets new standards for design

Experts say the nation is fast becoming a renewable pioneer for the region.

04/05/2026

Destinations

Is Malta the latest European country to grapple with overtourism?

A recent poll has found that Maltese public opinion is split on whether visitor footfall is ‘just about right’ or ‘excessive’.

04/05/2026

Europe News

French interior minister vows tougher action against illegal raves

The French interior minister has vowed to clamp down harder on illegal rave gatherings after tens of thousands attended an authorised event this weekend.

03/05/2026

Europe News

'No strategy' behind Trump's withdrawal of NATO troops from Germany

Trump did not warn allies prior to his abrupt announcement of the withdrawal of 5,000 active-duty troops from Germany. The sudden move came amid an ongoing feud with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, sparked by his criticism of the US' war in Iran, and Washington's strategy.

03/05/2026

Europe News

At least 10 people killed in Russian strikes over the past 24 hours

Kyiv says Russian drone and missile strikes have killed at least 10 people and injured more than 76 others across the country over the last 24 hours.

03/05/2026