Lisbon funiculars suspended after accident kills 17 people
Thomas Blade
EU uses record-low energy amid efficiency gains and renewables surge
The EU's gross available energy fell by 4.1% in 2023, but Europe is now doing more with less. Renewables now supply 19.5% of energy, with Nordic countries leading the transition.
Which European countries are achieving the highest education levels?
Eurostat’s latest figures reveal that Europeans are better educated than ever with women outperforming men in almost every country across the 27-member bloc.
The EU puts in place new measures to stop undue political influence
The EU is making fresh efforts to increase transparency and its own credibility following the recent 'Qatargate' corruption scandal. On the Global Conversation, Euronews spoke with Vera Jourova, vice president of the European Commission, to talk about the institution's new anti-corruption measures.
Prices for energy continue to rise across Europe
Energy prices are rocketing across Europe and with summer almost over there are fears the situation could spiral out of control this winter.
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Mykolaiv theatre resumes its programme in spite of Russian bombardment
Having been shut at the start of the invasion, six months on, the Mykolaiv Art Drama Theatre has reopened its doors to the public.
The 'King of the high Cs' honoured in Hollywood
He was one of the most acclaimed tenors of the modern era. And now, Luciano Pavarotti's name sits fittingly among the stars on the Hollywood walk of fame.
Europe's drought could be the worst in 500 years, warns researcher
"Just to give you an idea the 2018 drought was so extreme that, looking back at least the last 500 years, there were no other events similar to the drought of 2018, but this year I think it is really worse than 2018."
Probing the causes of wildfires in France
This year, France had its driest July on record and wildfires have been rampant in the south of the country.
Golfers from Saudi-backed LIV tour file antitrust lawsuit against PGA
The lawsuit says the PGA Tour threatened to hand them lifetime bans and accuse the organisation of having a monopoly on golf.
Tourism staff shortages affect 1.2 million jobs in the EU, says study
New report by the World Travel and Tourism Council shows over one million tourism sector jobs remain unfilled in the EU
Tens of thousands protest COVID vaccine pass across France
The government wants to transform the COVID health pass into a vaccine pass that will only allow the fully vaccinated and people who have recovered from the disease into bars, restaurants, culture and leisure venues.
Hercules of Cadiz temple thought to have been found
In the Spanish town of Sancti Petri, research teams from the University of Seville and the Andalusian Institute of Historical Heritage say they have finally solved an archeological mystery.
Countries must vaccinate displaced people, IOM and WHO say
Migrants are not part of the vaccination plans in many countries despite the jab's availability and existence, migration and health organisations warn.
Fresh lockdowns amid La Palma volcano's record-breaking run
The small Canary Island of La Palma has been besieged by record-breaking volcanic activity.
Bosnian film 'Quo Vadis, Aida?' wins top prize at European Film Awards
The 34th European Film Awards were held in Berlin on Saturday. Bosnian film "Quo Vadis, Aida?" was the ceremony's big winner taking home the best film and best director awards.
Portuguese sensation signs with his former club
In a turbulent 24 hours, Ronaldo chooses to rejoin United, not before flirting with the idea of joining rivals Manchester City
Locals protest against construction around Lake Balaton in Hungary
On Saturday, hundreds of Tihany residents demonstrated against redevelopment plans around the lake shore.
Welcome u-turn as Simone Biles decides to return for gymnastics final
Last week she quit saying poor mental health was affecting her performance. Now she's decided to return.
Canada's first indigenous Governor General has been sworn in
Mary Simon — an Inuk from Kuujjuaq in northeastern Quebec — was appointed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to be the Governor General of Canada. She was sworn in earlier today.
Russia displays its maritime might as the country celebrates Navy Day
Fifty-four war ships sailed the Neva River through St. Petersburg marking Russia's Navy Day celebrations. Russian president, Vladimir Putin, was in attendance and gave a glowing reviewing of his country's military capabilities.
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