https://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:50:18 +0200 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:50:18 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png https://www.euronews.com https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/death-of-a-rapper-european-parliament-pays-tribute-to-murdered-greek-musician-pavlos-fyssa https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/death-of-a-rapper-european-parliament-pays-tribute-to-murdered-greek-musician-pavlos-fyssa Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:49:47 +0200 Marking 13 years since the murder of Greek rapper Pavlos Fyssas by a member of the neo-Nazi Golden Dawn party, MEPs at the European Parliament in Brussels were invited to a performance to pay tribute to the musician's life. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/four-suspects-arrested-over-murder-of-dominican-merengue-singers-wife https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/four-suspects-arrested-over-murder-of-dominican-merengue-singers-wife Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:40:07 +0200 The artist was seriously injured and his wife, 60-year-old Zeneida Socorro Castillo, was killed. According to investigators, she was tortured for six hours in her home in Santo Domingo. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/deep-mining-for-memories-greece-opens-digital-archive-to-preserve-serifos-ironworks-histor https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/deep-mining-for-memories-greece-opens-digital-archive-to-preserve-serifos-ironworks-histor Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:07:57 +0200 "The Living History of the Serifos Mines", a project by the Friends of Serifos funded by Cycladic Identity, has created a digital archive of Greek mineworkers' history and memories. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/macklemore-announces-new-tour-to-benefit-humanitarian-aid-organisations-in-wake-of-ed-shee https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/macklemore-announces-new-tour-to-benefit-humanitarian-aid-organisations-in-wake-of-ed-shee Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:22:34 +0200 The US rapper, who was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after voicing support of Palestine, has convened a charity show that will visit Dublin, Paris and London next month. A North American run is to be announced. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/pompeii-brings-gladiators-and-1st-century-roman-traditions-to-life-for-european-heritage-d https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/25/pompeii-brings-gladiators-and-1st-century-roman-traditions-to-life-for-european-heritage-d Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:39:05 +0200 As part of a major cultural event backed by the Council of Europe and the European Commission, on 26–27 September 2026 Pompeii Archaeological Park will offer historical re-enactments and educational activities. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/michael-jackson-freddie-mercury-and-oasis-memorabilia-up-for-auction-in-london https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/michael-jackson-freddie-mercury-and-oasis-memorabilia-up-for-auction-in-london Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:26:17 +0200 Michael Jackson’s military jacket, Freddie Mercury’s piano and Noel Gallagher’s Oasis guitar are among the music treasures going under the hammer in London. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/netherlands-confirms-eurovision-return-as-spain-weighs-continued-boycott https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/netherlands-confirms-eurovision-return-as-spain-weighs-continued-boycott Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:23:35 +0200 Despite broadcaster AVROTROS maintaining its concerns over Israel’s participation and the war in Gaza, the Netherlands will return to Eurovision in 2027, with the country’s entry now being coordinated by the NPO. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/we-need-to-talk-greek-pm-says-efforts-to-return-parthenon-marbles-must-be-revived https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/we-need-to-talk-greek-pm-says-efforts-to-return-parthenon-marbles-must-be-revived Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:09:58 +0200 Talks on the future of the Parthenon Marbles appear to have reached an impasse according to new reports, as Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis renews diplomatic efforts for all sides to resume stalled negotiations. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/carrara-marble-can-a-sculpture-created-by-an-ai-robot-be-considered-as-art https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/carrara-marble-can-a-sculpture-created-by-an-ai-robot-be-considered-as-art Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:42:39 +0200 In Italy's Carrara marble quarries, a centuries-old craft is being transformed by artificial intelligence. Robots can now carve complex sculptures from blocks of stone, raising a fundamental question: if a machine does the carving, where does the art begin and the craft end? https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/accessibility-in-video-and-board-games-a-game-no-one-wants-to-miss https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/accessibility-in-video-and-board-games-a-game-no-one-wants-to-miss Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:00:42 +0200 Gamers with visual or motor impairments are increasingly creating their own ways to keep playing as industry giants Microsoft, Sony and ONCE roll out adapted controllers alongside new video and board games. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/bardem-calls-for-singer-pnk-to-be-removed-as-unicef-ambassador-over-palestine-stance https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/bardem-calls-for-singer-pnk-to-be-removed-as-unicef-ambassador-over-palestine-stance Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:44:58 +0200 Spanish actor Javier Bardem has urged Instagram followers to sign a Change.org petition calling for US singer P!nk to be removed as a Unicef ambassador; it already has over 150,000 signatures. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/cetait-ca-ou-mourir-literary-sensation-faces-claims-of-using-ai https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/cetait-ca-ou-mourir-literary-sensation-faces-claims-of-using-ai Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:29:51 +0200 Quebecois writer of Haitian origin Thélyson Orélien, longlisted for several major literary prizes, rejects accusations from the "Balance ton Claude" account and says in a statement he has faced racist attacks since arriving in France. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/taylor-swift-announces-new-single-patient-zero-and-faces-backlash-for-cover-art https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/23/taylor-swift-announces-new-single-patient-zero-and-faces-backlash-for-cover-art Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:25:30 +0200 New single, new era? Following 2025’s 'The Life of a Showgirl' and her 'Toy Story 5' single, Taylor Swift has announced a new song – and the cover art is proving divisive. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/jorge-palma-1950-2026-the-songs-that-will-never-die https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/jorge-palma-1950-2026-the-songs-that-will-never-die Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:05:26 +0200 On Tuesday, Portugal woke up in mourning: Jorge Palma died at 76 following a cardiorespiratory arrest. His songs remain. Euronews asked artists from Herman José to António Zambujo for their favourite song. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/im-done-with-medical-abuse-actor-arnaud-denis-dies-by-euthanasia-in-belgium https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/im-done-with-medical-abuse-actor-arnaud-denis-dies-by-euthanasia-in-belgium Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:06:45 +0200 The French actor and director had been in unbearable pain since a polypropylene prosthesis was fitted in 2023 after a right groin hernia. Aged 43, he was euthanised this Tuesday in Namur, Belgium. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/head-of-spains-rtve-backs-ongoing-eurovision-boycott-over-israels-participation https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/head-of-spains-rtve-backs-ongoing-eurovision-boycott-over-israels-participation Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:26:56 +0200 Spain withdrew from the 2026 contest in Austria, alongside the Netherlands, Iceland, Ireland and Slovenia, in protest against Israel’s participation. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/new-book-by-princess-dianas-brother-prompts-war-of-words-with-king-charles https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/new-book-by-princess-dianas-brother-prompts-war-of-words-with-king-charles Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:15:03 +0200 After excerpts of the book were published last week, Buckingham Palace responded with a strongly-worded statement that's rare by the measured standards of the royal household. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/archaeology-at-troy-2800-year-old-agora-found-city-was-not-abandoned-after-war https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/archaeology-at-troy-2800-year-old-agora-found-city-was-not-abandoned-after-war Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:17:47 +0200 Excavations on Hisarlik hill in Turkey have uncovered the site’s oldest agora, proving Troy was resettled 80–90 years after the war, not deserted for centuries before the Aeolians arrived. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/what-is-trump-tv-and-how-does-family-guy-and-home-alone-come-into-it https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/what-is-trump-tv-and-how-does-family-guy-and-home-alone-come-into-it Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:40:52 +0200 Critics were quick to slam the “state-run” TV platform, especially considering its timing, which coincides with the ban on traditional media outlets. The promotional clip for 'Trump TV' has also raised concerns regarding copyright, as it features numerous clips from beloved TV shows and movies. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/jorge-palma-portuguese-singer-songwriter-dies-aged-76 https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/22/jorge-palma-portuguese-singer-songwriter-dies-aged-76 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:37:37 +0200 The singer behind "Deixa-me Rir" and "A Gente Vai Continuar" has died aged 76 from cardiorespiratory arrest, after more than 50 years devoted to Portuguese music. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/ai-actress-tilly-norwood-suffers-embarrassing-glitch-during-now-viral-interview https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/ai-actress-tilly-norwood-suffers-embarrassing-glitch-during-now-viral-interview Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:22:49 +0200 The now-viral exchange saw AI-generated "actress" Tilly Norwood abruptly switching languages during an interview to promote "her" feature film debut. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/lisbon-hosts-europes-largest-exhibition-of-models-built-with-lego-bricks https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/lisbon-hosts-europes-largest-exhibition-of-models-built-with-lego-bricks Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:01:47 +0200 More than 15 million pieces make up the exhibition in the Portuguese capital, which is open both to the curious and to die-hard fans of the famous coloured bricks. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/primetime-m83-and-obsolete-tech-the-best-things-to-do-hear-see-or-watch-in-europe-this-wee https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/primetime-m83-and-obsolete-tech-the-best-things-to-do-hear-see-or-watch-in-europe-this-wee Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:42:11 +0200 Robert Pattinson takes on the role of a lifetime as fame-hungry TV host Chris Hansen; French dream pop band M83 mark their tenth anniversary, and Matthew McConaughey becomes 'Brothers' with Woody Harrelson. Here's what to look out for this week. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/singer-damon-albarn-speaks-out-as-gorillaz-kick-off-us-tour-dont-ever-be-neutral https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/singer-damon-albarn-speaks-out-as-gorillaz-kick-off-us-tour-dont-ever-be-neutral Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:38:40 +0200 Gorillaz frontman Damon Albarn's action and words come at a time when discussion continues regarding artists' ability to freely express their thoughts about Palestine. His words also resonate as the neutrality of figures like Ed Sheeran has drawn widespread condemnation. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/a-tooth-from-the-ice-age-mastodon-fossil-found-in-san-francisco-bay-area https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/21/a-tooth-from-the-ice-age-mastodon-fossil-found-in-san-francisco-bay-area Mon, 21 Sep 2026 07:35:47 +0200 A 23cm long fossilised tooth discovered in a California creek is offering scientists a glimpse into the Bay Area's prehistoric past. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/19/shakira-returns-to-spain-in-fire-tears-and-waka-waka https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/19/shakira-returns-to-spain-in-fire-tears-and-waka-waka Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:41:20 +0200 Shakira kicked off her 12-show residency in Madrid on Friday, performing 25 songs before 50,000 fans in her first return to Spanish stages in years. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/19/ed-sheeran-set-to-resume-tour-after-macklemore-was-controversially-dropped-for-making-pro- https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/19/ed-sheeran-set-to-resume-tour-after-macklemore-was-controversially-dropped-for-making-pro- Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:50:20 +0200 Backlash against Sheeran started after he announced that the opening act of his US-leg of the tour, Macklemore, was dropped from the lineup after the American Rapper said “Free Palestine” on-stage at one of the events. Sheeran said the tour promoter was ultimately responsible for the decision. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/shakira-opens-her-madrid-stadium-with-the-first-of-12-concerts https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/shakira-opens-her-madrid-stadium-with-the-first-of-12-concerts Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:45:23 +0200 Shakira returns to Spain this Friday with 12 shows in Madrid, wrapping up her world tour after eight years away, playing to about 50,000 fans a night until 11 October. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/nul-points-uk-mps-want-to-know-why-britain-keeps-flopping-at-eurovision https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/nul-points-uk-mps-want-to-know-why-britain-keeps-flopping-at-eurovision Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:23:17 +0200 Britain is apparently ready to confront the uncomfortable truth: they're really not very good at Eurovision anymore. But why? https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/ed-sheeran-backlash-continues-as-radio-station-bans-songs-and-instagram-fans-unfollow https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/ed-sheeran-backlash-continues-as-radio-station-bans-songs-and-instagram-fans-unfollow Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:16:30 +0200 Ed Sheeran’s turbulent week continues. His music has been pulled from a major Irish radio station and his Instagram followers are leaving him. The UK's Culture Secretary said the singer had been left in an "impossible situation." https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/eurovision-2027-ireland-follows-netherlands-in-boycott-of-song-contest-for-second-year-in- https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/eurovision-2027-ireland-follows-netherlands-in-boycott-of-song-contest-for-second-year-in- Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:16:40 +0200 Ireland has ruled itself out of next year's competition over the "⁠appalling and ongoing loss ⁠of lives in Gaza". This follows the announcement from Dutch broadcaster AvroTros, who are boycotting next year's show as it is no longer consistent with "trustworthiness, independence and humanity". https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/macbeth-defies-curse-as-lisbons-teatro-d-maria-ii-reopens https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/macbeth-defies-curse-as-lisbons-teatro-d-maria-ii-reopens Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:02:46 +0200 The D. Maria II theatre reopens with "Macbeth", the Shakespearean tragedy being performed when a 1964 fire destroyed the building. Now the Bard of Avon's "cursed play" is being revived by Pedro Penim, this time with real flames on stage. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/cloudburst-in-florence-rain-pours-into-the-uffizi-and-historic-palazzo-pitti https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/cloudburst-in-florence-rain-pours-into-the-uffizi-and-historic-palazzo-pitti Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:10:54 +0200 At the Uffizi Gallery, water leaked under the skylight of a room holding seven 17th-century paintings including Caravaggio's Bacchus. Rain entered Palazzo Pitti, closing rooms in the Modern Art Gallery. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/minotaur-by-andrey-zvyagintsev-to-represent-france-at-oscars https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/minotaur-by-andrey-zvyagintsev-to-represent-france-at-oscars Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:53:20 +0200 A marital drama set against the war in Ukraine, produced by French companies, will compete for the best international film Oscar in March 2027. A "subtle and judicious" choice, according to film expert Jean-Philippe Domecq. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/edgar-barrera-leads-2026-latin-grammys-with-10-nominations https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/edgar-barrera-leads-2026-latin-grammys-with-10-nominations Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:22:28 +0200 The Latin Recording Academy announced on Wednesday the nominees for the 27th Latin Grammy Awards. The ceremony will be held on 12 November at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/celebrated-playwright-and-novelist-bonnie-greer-dies-aged-77 https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/celebrated-playwright-and-novelist-bonnie-greer-dies-aged-77 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:39:35 +0200 Greer was known for incisive TV and radio appearances and for her novels, plays and essays which delved into politics, culture and identity. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/catherine-ringer-dies-grief-in-music-and-political-circles https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/catherine-ringer-dies-grief-in-music-and-political-circles Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:53:55 +0200 Catherine Ringer died at 68 from cancer on 14 September. Since then, artists, politicians and cultural figures have paid tribute to the voice and freedom of the music icon. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/starship-troopers-director-confirms-donald-trumps-space-uniforms-are-nazi-inspired https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/starship-troopers-director-confirms-donald-trumps-space-uniforms-are-nazi-inspired Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:45:33 +0200 “I don’t know if this president is aware that the movie says these [characters] are fascists without knowing that they’re fascists. That’s the point,” said Paul Verhoeven, the director of 'Starship Troopers' - which was the direct reference cited by Trump when posting about Space Force uniforms. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/the-soprano-a-magical-evening-of-opera-with-acclaimed-greek-singer-christina-poulitsi https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/the-soprano-a-magical-evening-of-opera-with-acclaimed-greek-singer-christina-poulitsi Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:30:50 +0200 For many years, Christina Poulitsi has turned heads in the world of opera, stunning audiences with her incredible performances, but a chance to perform at The Chios Festival was also a unique chance for the soprano to pay tribute to the legendary Greek singer Maria Callas. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/little-prck-which-celebrities-are-backing-macklemore-and-criticising-ed-sheeran https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/little-prck-which-celebrities-are-backing-macklemore-and-criticising-ed-sheeran Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:41:31 +0200 Former Pink Floyd member Roger Waters has sent a message to “little prick” Ed Sheeran amid the Macklemore-Palestine row and Sheeran refusing to "take sides". Waters is not the only one speaking out... https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/la-bola-negra-by-los-javis-shortlisted-to-represent-spain-at-the-2027-oscars https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/la-bola-negra-by-los-javis-shortlisted-to-represent-spain-at-the-2027-oscars Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:05:10 +0200 With further possible nominations for the civil‑war drama yet to be announced, the film, hailed at Cannes and TIFF for its three intertwined 'queer' stories, pulls ahead of the other Spanish contenders: "El ser querido" by Sorogoyen and "Los domingos" by Ruíz de Azúa. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/ed-sheerans-support-acts-quit-us-tour-after-macklemore-dropped-for-pro-palestinian-comment https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/16/ed-sheerans-support-acts-quit-us-tour-after-macklemore-dropped-for-pro-palestinian-comment Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:07:22 +0200 All support acts for Ed Sheeran have quit the British pop star's US tour after the rapper Macklemore was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments during a concert earlier this month. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/is-this-sport-sydney-sweeney-faces-backlash-from-female-athletes-over-nude-advert https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/is-this-sport-sydney-sweeney-faces-backlash-from-female-athletes-over-nude-advert Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:17:44 +0200 "Her body her choice"? Or "single handedly setting feminism 1000 years back"? Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney has once again sparked significant backlash online for her latest commercial – but this time from the female sporting community. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/catherine-ringer-iconic-singer-of-les-rita-mitsouko-dies-aged-68 https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/catherine-ringer-iconic-singer-of-les-rita-mitsouko-dies-aged-68 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:57:40 +0200 The iconic singer of the French duo Les Rita Mitsouko has died from a sudden, aggressive form of cancer. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/thirty-years-on-what-is-left-of-the-french-touch https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/thirty-years-on-what-is-left-of-the-french-touch Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:49:25 +0200 French Touch has never been so widely acclaimed. Now hailed as a "national pride", the movement still divides over what it is today and what it leaves to future generations. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/benjamin-netanyahu-joins-israeli-ministers-attacking-venice-winning-documentary-naza https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/benjamin-netanyahu-joins-israeli-ministers-attacking-venice-winning-documentary-naza Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:26:25 +0200 The documentary 'NAZA', which won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival, examines Israel's targeting practices in Gaza and alleges that mass civilian deaths are routinely factored into decisions over military strikes. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/emmy-record-for-matthew-rhys-as-welshmans-widows-bay-collected-three-awards https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/15/emmy-record-for-matthew-rhys-as-welshmans-widows-bay-collected-three-awards Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:23:57 +0200 Widow's Bay actor Matthew Rhys celebrated setting a new record at the Emmy Awards with a speech in Welsh as he thanked his home country for producing extraordinary talents. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/come-witness-the-fitness-it-shall-be-a-sight-to-behold-oasis-announce-38-new-dates-for-glo https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/come-witness-the-fitness-it-shall-be-a-sight-to-behold-oasis-announce-38-new-dates-for-glo Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:16:11 +0200 "Today is gonna be the day..." Fans of the Manchester rock band get an eagerly anticipated fresh round of shows, after their massive Oasis: Live '25 reunion tour... https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/poland-crowns-its-best-bird-imitator-as-crowds-flock-to-warsaw-for-annual-competition https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/poland-crowns-its-best-bird-imitator-as-crowds-flock-to-warsaw-for-annual-competition Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:09:43 +0200 Crowds gathered for Poland’s annual Bird Imitation Championships, where competitors battled to recreate the calls of the country's native bird species. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/israeli-minister-threatens-to-strip-israeli-directors-of-citizenship-over-venice-winning-g https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/14/israeli-minister-threatens-to-strip-israeli-directors-of-citizenship-over-venice-winning-g Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:52:46 +0200 Israel’s culture minister has called for the Oscar-winning Israeli directors of 'NAZA', Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, to be stripped of their citizenship. The documentary about the country’s mass killing of civilians in Gaza won Venice's Special Jury Prize.