http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:18:55 +0200 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:18:55 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/26/mount-olympus-and-d-day-beaches-added-to-unesco-world-heritage-list http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/26/mount-olympus-and-d-day-beaches-added-to-unesco-world-heritage-list Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:21:35 +0200 Greece's mythical mountain, Normandy's D-Day beaches and Japan's ancient capitals are among the latest sites recognised by UNESCO for their outstanding universal value. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/25/greek-patriot-battery-intercepts-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/25/greek-patriot-battery-intercepts-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-arabia Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:05:29 +0200 The battery is part of the “Integrated Air Missile Defense Concept” initiative, aimed at supporting Saudi Arabia's air defences. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/raging-gods-and-treacherous-odysseys-how-much-do-you-know-about-greek-mythology http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/raging-gods-and-treacherous-odysseys-how-much-do-you-know-about-greek-mythology Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:00:28 +0200 As Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's "The Odyssey" continues its god-like reign over the box office, Euronews Culture tests your knowledge of Greek mythology. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/07/24/how-to-avoid-west-nile-virus-as-cases-start-to-rise-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/07/24/how-to-avoid-west-nile-virus-as-cases-start-to-rise-in-europe Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:56:12 +0200 Cover up, use insect repellent and clear stagnant water around your home, WHO Europe advises, as West Nile virus cases climb in parts of southern Europe. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/short-breaks-set-the-tone-for-greek-travellers-new-data-reveals http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/24/short-breaks-set-the-tone-for-greek-travellers-new-data-reveals Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:43:07 +0200 Data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority show that trips of up to three nights recorded the strongest growth in 2025. Citizens over 65 emerged as the age group with the sharpest increase in travel. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/eu-agrees-new-sanctions-against-russia-as-greece-secures-lng-exemption http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/eu-agrees-new-sanctions-against-russia-as-greece-secures-lng-exemption Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:46:06 +0200 The deal reached by ambassadors grants Greece an exemption to continue shipping Russian LNG to non-EU clients for the foreseeable future. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/two-tourists-injured-in-knife-attack-at-acropolis-police-arrest-suspect http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/two-tourists-injured-in-knife-attack-at-acropolis-police-arrest-suspect Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:28:13 +0200 A man attacked a Greek-American couple with a knife at the entrance to the Acropolis archaeological site and was arrested by Athens police shortly afterwards. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/three-possible-ways-to-lift-the-greek-veto-on-new-russia-sanctions http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/three-possible-ways-to-lift-the-greek-veto-on-new-russia-sanctions Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:00:36 +0200 Brussels' new sanctions package against Russia has run into formidable resistance from Greece. Euronews looks at ways the impasse might be broken. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/revealed-the-underrated-european-islands-set-to-be-2026s-hottest-holiday-escapes http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/21/revealed-the-underrated-european-islands-set-to-be-2026s-hottest-holiday-escapes Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:00:33 +0200 New research has revealed the world’s up-and-coming islands seeing the biggest rise in popularity, with three European gems featuring in the ranking. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/20/flights-in-athens-fir-exceed-5000-on-saturday http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/20/flights-in-athens-fir-exceed-5000-on-saturday Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:12:34 +0200 This figure surpasses the previous record, exceeding the earlier highest daily total, which was 4,944 scheduled flights in a single day. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/20/antikythera-mechanism-greek-computer-that-predicted-eclipses-2000-years-ago http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/20/antikythera-mechanism-greek-computer-that-predicted-eclipses-2000-years-ago Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:54:08 +0200 A shipwreck off the Greek island Antikythera revealed in 1901 a bronze mechanism over 2,000 years old that tracked lunar and solar cycles and eclipses, now seen as the first analogue computer. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/18/mount-olympus-seeks-place-on-unesco-world-heritage-list http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/18/mount-olympus-seeks-place-on-unesco-world-heritage-list Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:35:54 +0200 UNESCO’s final decision is keenly awaited, as the inscription of Mount Olympus on the World Heritage List would mark major international recognition for a place where mythology, history and unique nature converge. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/17/athens-photo-festival-a-polyphonic-celebration-of-photography-at-the-benaki-museum http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/17/athens-photo-festival-a-polyphonic-celebration-of-photography-at-the-benaki-museum Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:45:43 +0200 This year, 70 creators and artistic collectives from 30 countries are taking part in the international photography festival. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/17/welcome-to-the-odyssey-summer-visit-these-locations-for-a-blockbuster-set-jetting-trip http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/17/welcome-to-the-odyssey-summer-visit-these-locations-for-a-blockbuster-set-jetting-trip Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:11:23 +0200 Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer's epic poem is one of the year’s most anticipated new movies. Here we look at The Odyssey’s film locations and the destinations inspiring a blockbuster set-jetting holiday. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/shameless-greece-and-lng-emerge-as-major-roadblock-in-new-russia-sanctions http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/shameless-greece-and-lng-emerge-as-major-roadblock-in-new-russia-sanctions Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:55:42 +0200 Greece has thrown a spanner into the works of fresh EU sanctions by demanding an exemption to a full ban on Russian LNG. Member states are aghast at the request, with one diplomat calling it "shameless". http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/major-drop-in-pollution-how-the-typhoon-project-is-transforming-greeces-beaches http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/major-drop-in-pollution-how-the-typhoon-project-is-transforming-greeces-beaches Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:17:58 +0200 Volunteers have helped transformed coastal areas across a slew of popular Greek islands. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/eu-prosecutor-charges-four-greek-mps-in-agriculture-corruption-scandal http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/eu-prosecutor-charges-four-greek-mps-in-agriculture-corruption-scandal Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:59:37 +0200 In total, charges were brought against 22 defendants, while proceedings against seven serving MPs were shelved for lack of sufficient evidence. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/16/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-the-odyssey-an-epic-but-flawed-trip-to-hades-and-back http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/16/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-the-odyssey-an-epic-but-flawed-trip-to-hades-and-back Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:28:12 +0200 Christopher Nolan follows his Oscar-winning 'Oppenheimer' with his most ambitious undertaking to date: adapting Homer's epic poem to the screen. As impressive as it is, something feels missing... http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/14/eu-dismantles-tax-evasion-network-in-greece-with-raids-in-athens-and-kastoria http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/14/eu-dismantles-tax-evasion-network-in-greece-with-raids-in-athens-and-kastoria Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:00:02 +0200 The criminal network is estimated to have inflicted losses amounting to at least 46.9 million euros. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/13/greeces-famous-shipwreck-beach-to-be-extended-to-save-its-iconic-wreck http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/13/greeces-famous-shipwreck-beach-to-be-extended-to-save-its-iconic-wreck Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:56:57 +0200 Plans to extend Zakynthos' iconic Navagio Beach by 30 metres aim to preserve its rusting shipwreck for future generations, as visitors continue to be barred from the popular island attraction because of safety concerns. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/us-congress-battle-over-allowing-turkey-to-return-to-the-f-35-programme http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/us-congress-battle-over-allowing-turkey-to-return-to-the-f-35-programme Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:25:24 +0200 While the White House has signalled a desire to work more closely with Ankara, some members of Congress have raised concerns about plans to allow Turkey to rejoin the fighter jet programme. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/greek-anti-terrorist-police-arrest-three-for-deadly-bombings-targeting-politicians http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/greek-anti-terrorist-police-arrest-three-for-deadly-bombings-targeting-politicians Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:48:09 +0200 The 1 July dawn attacks in the northern city of Thessaloniki targeted the homes and vehicles of three politicians from Greece's ruling New Democracy party with homemade gas canister explosives. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/10/travel-to-europe-continues-to-grow-in-2026-with-greece-italy-and-malta-leading-the-way http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/10/travel-to-europe-continues-to-grow-in-2026-with-greece-italy-and-malta-leading-the-way Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:06:28 +0200 Amid turbulence across the tourism sector, international visitor numbers to Europe increased by 5% year-to-date, according to European Travel Commission data, with Greece, Italy and Malta recording the largest increases in arrivals. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/panic-on-ryanair-flight-from-thessaloniki-as-debris-shatters-window-injures-passenger http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/panic-on-ryanair-flight-from-thessaloniki-as-debris-shatters-window-injures-passenger Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:55:48 +0200 The aircraft returned safely to Thessaloniki's Macedonia Airport. Meanwhile, the authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/08/celebrating-greece-and-its-ancient-gods-annual-polytheism-festival-takes-place-on-mount-ol http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/08/celebrating-greece-and-its-ancient-gods-annual-polytheism-festival-takes-place-on-mount-ol Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:10:39 +0200 Mount Olympus is a sight to behold each summer as torchlight processions, symbolic ceremonies and theatrical performances bring communities together in a shared celebration of ancient Greek mythology. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/which-european-countries-have-the-cleanest-swimming-waters-and-why http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/which-european-countries-have-the-cleanest-swimming-waters-and-why Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:15:58 +0200 Every summer, millions of Europeans head to beaches, lakes, and rivers. New data shows most of this water is safe, but not everywhere. Where are Europe's cleanest waters? Watch the video. http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/07/07/hyperion-gr-1-enters-orbit-a-new-step-for-greeces-space-programme http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/07/07/hyperion-gr-1-enters-orbit-a-new-step-for-greeces-space-programme Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:37:09 +0200 It is the first Greek optical microsatellite developed under the National Microsatellite Programme - launched from Cape Canaveral. http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/07/07/parkout-the-app-connecting-drivers-to-parking-spaces-in-athens http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/07/07/parkout-the-app-connecting-drivers-to-parking-spaces-in-athens Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:31:47 +0200 It operates in Athens districts without controlled parking, outside the historic centre, and lets drivers signal a freed space so a nearby motorist can claim it. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/07/andros-routes-paths-leading-to-the-islands-natural-and-cultural-heritage http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/07/andros-routes-paths-leading-to-the-islands-natural-and-cultural-heritage Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:00:41 +0200 The trails are systematically maintained and cleared, thanks to the ongoing efforts of the Andros Routes volunteer team. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/06/south-aegean-bids-for-2028-world-region-of-gastronomy-title http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/06/south-aegean-bids-for-2028-world-region-of-gastronomy-title Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:33:07 +0200 Greece’s island cuisine stands out for its quality, nutritional value and, of course, its irresistible flavour. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/floating-barriers-used-against-jellyfish-and-pufferfish-in-greece-do-they-work http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/floating-barriers-used-against-jellyfish-and-pufferfish-in-greece-do-they-work Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:15:28 +0200 The most critical factor determining the effectiveness of floating barriers is ensuring they are positioned correctly in the water. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/06/greece-flight-delays-down-in-june-says-civil-aviation-authority http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/06/greece-flight-delays-down-in-june-says-civil-aviation-authority Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:25:07 +0200 The problem of flight delays at Greek airports has now reached the highest echelons of the national government in Athens. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/wildfires-rage-in-portugal-and-spain-as-authorities-in-greece-warn-of-toxic-smoke http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/wildfires-rage-in-portugal-and-spain-as-authorities-in-greece-warn-of-toxic-smoke Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:57:27 +0200 The blazes come after a heatwave in June during which thousands of excess deaths were registered and which would have been "virtually impossible" without climate change, the World Weather Attribution group said. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/05/every-room-in-this-new-boutique-hotel-in-paros-has-a-private-pool-or-a-jacuzzi http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/05/every-room-in-this-new-boutique-hotel-in-paros-has-a-private-pool-or-a-jacuzzi Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:15:17 +0200 The Parian Chronicle Hotel Paros, on the Greek island in the Cyclades, is exclusively for those over the age of 13. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/03/aegean-resumes-direct-flights-between-paphos-and-athens http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/03/aegean-resumes-direct-flights-between-paphos-and-athens Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:09:01 +0200 At 6:31 am local time, the first Aegean flight arrived in Athens, landing at the Greek capital’s airport in the early hours of Friday morning. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/overtourism-where-are-locals-being-priced-out-by-rising-rents http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/overtourism-where-are-locals-being-priced-out-by-rising-rents Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:26:13 +0200 Greeks, Italians and Spaniards have endured some of the highest rent hikes since 2019, ranging from €200 to €300 a year, and no, it has nothing to do with energy or construction prices. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/01/firebomb-attacks-in-northern-greece-target-residences-of-governing-party-members http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/01/firebomb-attacks-in-northern-greece-target-residences-of-governing-party-members Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:37:22 +0200 Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed "outrage and anger" at what he called a "cowardly, terrorist and murderous attack." http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/30/at-least-four-trapped-after-apartment-block-collapses-in-athens-fire-brigade-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/30/at-least-four-trapped-after-apartment-block-collapses-in-athens-fire-brigade-says Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:46:56 +0200 Emergency services have been deployed to the scene to help with the search and rescue operation and footage shown on local media showed workers walking in the rubble looking for signs of life. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/30/from-the-odysseys-greece-to-house-of-the-dragons-spain-heres-where-set-jetters-may-head-in http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/30/from-the-odysseys-greece-to-house-of-the-dragons-spain-heres-where-set-jetters-may-head-in Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:20:17 +0200 The newly released Screen Tourism Forecast Index is predicting which countries and cities will see a surge in visitors thanks to film and TV this year. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/30/greece-is-leading-the-world-in-wildfire-prevention-thanks-to-satellites-and-ai http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/30/greece-is-leading-the-world-in-wildfire-prevention-thanks-to-satellites-and-ai Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:02:47 +0200 Four nanosatellites are now fully operational, sending instant alerts to firefighters. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/29/greece-will-use-eu-funds-to-pay-fishermen-to-catch-invasive-pufferfish http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/29/greece-will-use-eu-funds-to-pay-fishermen-to-catch-invasive-pufferfish Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:51:13 +0200 EU money will be used to support fishers whose livelihoods are threatened by climate change. http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/06/26/greece-to-send-astronaut-into-space-adrianos-golemis-to-launch-within-two-years http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/06/26/greece-to-send-astronaut-into-space-adrianos-golemis-to-launch-within-two-years Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:13:06 +0200 The Greek astronaut will conduct experiments and technology demonstrations proposed by dozens of Greek research teams, institutions and universities. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/25/im-in-great-shape-boxing-legend-floyd-mayweather-tells-euronews-ahead-of-athens-fight http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/25/im-in-great-shape-boxing-legend-floyd-mayweather-tells-euronews-ahead-of-athens-fight Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:28:04 +0200 Floyd "Money" Mayweather was set to face Greek fighter Mike Zambidis in Athens on Saturday 27 June but the bout was postponed for September. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/24/greek-supreme-court-rejects-laura-kovesi-appeal-over-eu-prosecutors-terms http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/24/greek-supreme-court-rejects-laura-kovesi-appeal-over-eu-prosecutors-terms Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:40:17 +0200 Greece's top court ruled the EPPO lacked legal standing to challenge a domestic decision to limit prosecutors' terms to two years instead of five. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/22/qatargate-belgian-judiciary-issues-arrest-warrant-for-former-eu-commissioner-dimitris-avra http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/22/qatargate-belgian-judiciary-issues-arrest-warrant-for-former-eu-commissioner-dimitris-avra Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:20:07 +0200 The investigation centres on allegations that foreign governments sought to influence decision-making in the European Parliament through payments and gifts to current and former lawmakers. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/22/greece-records-strong-rise-in-tourism-revenue-and-arrivals-in-first-four-months-of-2026 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/22/greece-records-strong-rise-in-tourism-revenue-and-arrivals-in-first-four-months-of-2026 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:38:21 +0200 Greek tourism gathered significant momentum in the first four months of 2026, with travel revenues and arrivals far outstripping the same period of 2025. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/22/epidaurus-10000-strong-ovation-for-national-operas-medea http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/22/epidaurus-10000-strong-ovation-for-national-operas-medea Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:10:05 +0200 The production was a reconstruction of the historic 1961 production of 'Medea' with Maria Callas, staged once again in the very same venue. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/20/andros-ai-heritage-and-tourism-technology-transforms-the-visitor-experience http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/20/andros-ai-heritage-and-tourism-technology-transforms-the-visitor-experience Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:59:40 +0200 Andros AI is the first AI tour guide created for a Greek destination. It is essentially a chat service where visitors can ask anything about the island. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/18/keeping-up-appearances-greece-reveals-parthenon-facade-after-220-years http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/18/keeping-up-appearances-greece-reveals-parthenon-facade-after-220-years Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:22:18 +0200 For the first time in about 220 years, the west façade of the Parthenon in Greece can be see in its fullest possible form. External scaffolding has now been permanently removed from the monument, marking a key step in its long restoration. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/18/greeces-posokanei-app-lets-shoppers-compare-supermarket-prices-in-real-time http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/18/greeces-posokanei-app-lets-shoppers-compare-supermarket-prices-in-real-time Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:44:36 +0200 Through its website and app, PosoKanei allows consumers in Greece to see where products are cheapest in real time, compare prices across European countries and track price changes over time.