http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:09:48 +0200 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:09:48 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/magnitude-73-earthquake-strikes-mexico-and-guatemala-coasts-tsunami-alert-issued http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/magnitude-73-earthquake-strikes-mexico-and-guatemala-coasts-tsunami-alert-issued Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:59:33 +0200 A 7.3 magnitude earthquake shook the coasts of Mexico and Guatemala on Friday, its epicentre off Chiapas at about 15 km deep. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/13/world-cup-2026-sticker-swap-draws-thousands-for-guinness-world-record-attempt http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/13/world-cup-2026-sticker-swap-draws-thousands-for-guinness-world-record-attempt Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:07:21 +0200 Thousands of football fans gathered in Mexico City's Zócalo to swap 2026 World Cup stickers as part of a Guinness World Record attempt. The Panini event brought together collectors of all ages, turning the hunt for missing stickers into a celebration of football, family and community. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/06/mexico-fans-left-heartbroken-as-world-cup-dream-comes-to-an-end http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/06/mexico-fans-left-heartbroken-as-world-cup-dream-comes-to-an-end Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:23:14 +0200 Mexico fans in Mexico City react with joy and heartbreak as England win 3-2 in a World Cup last-16 match, ending Mexico’s tournament run. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/norway-and-england-advance-to-world-cup-quarterfinals-as-brazil-and-mexico-head-home http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/norway-and-england-advance-to-world-cup-quarterfinals-as-brazil-and-mexico-head-home Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:09:45 +0200 Norway's Erling Haaland scored two goals after the 79th minute, bring his country to a late 2-1 win against Brazil, as Mexico fought back in vain against England as they lost 3-2. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/one-of-englands-greatest-results-as-they-win-a-world-cup-classic-at-the-azteca http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/one-of-englands-greatest-results-as-they-win-a-world-cup-classic-at-the-azteca Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:05:48 +0200 Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane were on target as Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions dug deep to beat Mexico and set up a quarterfinal tie against Norway. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/01/three-die-in-mexico-city-world-cup-street-celebrations http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/01/three-die-in-mexico-city-world-cup-street-celebrations Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:21:41 +0200 Emergency crews were called to the Juárez area of the capital after three people were reported to be unconscious. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/01/mexico-fans-celebrate-world-cup-win-over-ecuador http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/01/mexico-fans-celebrate-world-cup-win-over-ecuador Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:35:56 +0200 Fans in San Diego erupt in celebration as Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 in a World Cup knockout match, ending a 40-year drought in the competition. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/29/morocco-fans-light-up-monterrey-before-netherlands-knockout-clash http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/29/morocco-fans-light-up-monterrey-before-netherlands-knockout-clash Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:53:35 +0200 Fans of Morocco and Mexico fill Monterrey’s Macroplaza with songs and celebrations ahead of Morocco’s World Cup Round of 32 clash with the Netherlands. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/25/mexico-switzerland-and-brazil-top-their-groups-after-final-matchday-of-world-cup-group-sta http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/25/mexico-switzerland-and-brazil-top-their-groups-after-final-matchday-of-world-cup-group-sta Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:06:45 +0200 Brazilian superstar Neymar Jr made an emotional World Cup debut after earlier doubts saw him on the cusp of missing out due to a recent string of injuries and unconvincing performances. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/23/tote-bags-facemasks-jigsaw-puzzles-is-there-anything-that-hasnt-had-frida-kahlos-face-on-i http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/23/tote-bags-facemasks-jigsaw-puzzles-is-there-anything-that-hasnt-had-frida-kahlos-face-on-i Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:23:02 +0200 Stylised and simplified, Kahlo’s likeness can now be found on t-shirts, tote bags, eye masks, phone cases, oven mitts and plant pots. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/20/meet-osito-the-rescue-dog-winning-hearts-at-the-world-cup http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/20/meet-osito-the-rescue-dog-winning-hearts-at-the-world-cup Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:36:34 +0200 A rescue dog named Osito has become an unlikely World Cup star in Mexico City, attracting crowds, selfies and social media attention wherever he goes. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/19/mexico-becomes-first-nation-to-reach-world-cup-knockout-stage http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/19/mexico-becomes-first-nation-to-reach-world-cup-knockout-stage Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:58:35 +0200 Thousands of jubilant Mexico supporters celebrated across the country on 18 June after their team became the first nation to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage with a 1-0 victory over South Korea. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/mexico-secures-ticket-to-knockout-stages-as-canada-breeze-past-qatar-with-ruthless-6-0-win http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/mexico-secures-ticket-to-knockout-stages-as-canada-breeze-past-qatar-with-ruthless-6-0-win Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:01:07 +0200 Mexico became the first team to secure a knockout rounds ticket after beating South Korea 1-0 to top Group A with six points on matchday two of the group stages. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/nobody-knew-what-the-ref-was-saying-and-the-internet-loved-it-world-cups-first-meme-is-alr http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/nobody-knew-what-the-ref-was-saying-and-the-internet-loved-it-world-cups-first-meme-is-alr Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:07:04 +0200 'Wait, what?': Players were left speechless as the referee explained the VAR decision in an apparent shaky English after a controversial red card. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/mexicos-missing-persons-crisis-takes-centre-stage-at-the-world-cup http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/mexicos-missing-persons-crisis-takes-centre-stage-at-the-world-cup Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:51:04 +0200 The discovery of suspected cartel killing sites and a record number of disappearances has renewed scrutiny of one of Mexico's deepest social wounds. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/watch-fan-reactions-as-mexico-beat-south-africa-20-in-the-world-cup-opener http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/watch-fan-reactions-as-mexico-beat-south-africa-20-in-the-world-cup-opener Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:12:52 +0200 Mexico launched its World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over South Africa on 11 June. The result triggered celebrations across Mexico City while South African supporters voiced concern over their team's performance and tactics. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/12/did-shakira-use-a-body-double-at-the-2026-world-cup-opening-ceremony http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/12/did-shakira-use-a-body-double-at-the-2026-world-cup-opening-ceremony Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:43:23 +0200 The internet is convinced Shakira was replaced by a body double at the 2026 World Cup. We review the footage to see how much truth there is to it. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/mexico-tight-security-and-protests-surround-2026-world-cup-opener http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/mexico-tight-security-and-protests-surround-2026-world-cup-opener Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:40:54 +0200 Protesters gathered near Mexico City's World Cup opener on 11 June, while thousands of fans headed to the stadium. Brief clashes broke out as demonstrators approached security cordons around the stadium. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/journalist-gunned-down-in-mexico-as-world-cup-kicks-off http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/journalist-gunned-down-in-mexico-as-world-cup-kicks-off Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:01:46 +0200 Mexico is regarded as one of the most dangerous and deadly countries for working journalists, according to Reporters Without Borders. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/mexico-fans-celebrate-world-cup-win-over-south-africa http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/mexico-fans-celebrate-world-cup-win-over-south-africa Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:30:40 +0200 Mexican fans erupted in celebration after the national team defeated South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, with supporters gathering in fan zones and outside Mexico City Stadium to mark the victory. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/2-0-victory-for-mexico-in-dramatic-world-cup-opening-match-against-south-africa http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/2-0-victory-for-mexico-in-dramatic-world-cup-opening-match-against-south-africa Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:25:01 +0200 Julián Quiñones scored the opening goal of the tournament after nine minutes and 35-year-old striker Raúl Jiménez headed in Mexico's second goal in a 2-0 opening game against South Africa that produced three red cards. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/mexicos-president-sheinbaum-joins-fans-as-world-cup-gets-underway http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/mexicos-president-sheinbaum-joins-fans-as-world-cup-gets-underway Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:12:11 +0200 Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum joined thousands of supporters at a fan zone in Mexico City's Zocalo Square as Mexico took on South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Fans packed the square to cheer on the host nation. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/2026-fifa-world-cup-begins-with-mexico-hosting-south-africa-in-opening-match http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/2026-fifa-world-cup-begins-with-mexico-hosting-south-africa-in-opening-match Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:10:54 +0200 The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on 19 July. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/11/fans-descend-on-mexico-city-stadium-ahead-of-world-cup-kickoff http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/11/fans-descend-on-mexico-city-stadium-ahead-of-world-cup-kickoff Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:07:32 +0200 Fans gathered outside Mexico City Stadium and at public viewing areas ahead of the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/the-2026-world-cup-kicks-off-today-heres-everything-you-need-to-know http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/the-2026-world-cup-kicks-off-today-heres-everything-you-need-to-know Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:40 +0200 According to FIFA, 2.9 billion people worldwide watched the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on linear TV, with 2.7 billion also streaming the tournament. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/watch-empty-seats-and-closed-borders-fifas-high-stakes-bet-on-a-divided-america http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/watch-empty-seats-and-closed-borders-fifas-high-stakes-bet-on-a-divided-america Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:40:41 +0200 While the football elite rub shoulders in Washington, the game is hitting a physical and metaphorical wall at the US border. International teams, referees and everyday fans find it difficult to see the games which start today. What’s going on there? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/europe-today-eu-sports-commissioner-on-euronews-as-biggest-ever-world-cup-kicks-off http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/europe-today-eu-sports-commissioner-on-euronews-as-biggest-ever-world-cup-kicks-off Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:58:24 +0200 The much anticipated FIFA World Cup kicks off today, bringing together some of the world's biggest footballers for a month of matches. We speak exclusively to Glenn Micallef, the EU Commissioner for Sports to hear the Brussels view on one of the most political World Cups to date. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/infantino-defends-world-cup-ticket-prices-says-fans-should-chill-about-ref-denied-us-entry http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/infantino-defends-world-cup-ticket-prices-says-fans-should-chill-about-ref-denied-us-entry Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:51:58 +0200 The 2026 men's World Cup has been expanded to 48 teams and is the biggest and most ambitious in the event's history, with matches taking place in Mexico, Canada and the United States. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/subway-station-in-mexico-city-goes-viral-over-chandeliers http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/subway-station-in-mexico-city-goes-viral-over-chandeliers Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:45:13 +0200 Decorative chandeliers installed at a busy Mexico City subway station ahead of the 2026 World Cup have sparked a wave of memes and mixed reactions from commuters. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/mexico-city-counts-down-to-2026-world-cup-opener-at-historic-azteca-stadium http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/mexico-city-counts-down-to-2026-world-cup-opener-at-historic-azteca-stadium Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:46 +0200 Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/host-cities-ready-for-kickoff-in-biggest-world-cup-ever-as-fans-lament-visa-bans-and-ticke http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/host-cities-ready-for-kickoff-in-biggest-world-cup-ever-as-fans-lament-visa-bans-and-ticke Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:02:45 +0200 The United States will host roughly 75% of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 78 of the 104 matches in the entire tournament taking place in 11 host cities. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/08/watch-forget-the-footballthe-money-game-behind-the-2026-world-cup http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/08/watch-forget-the-footballthe-money-game-behind-the-2026-world-cup Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:40:00 +0200 The largest World Cup in history will kick off this Thursday across the US, Canada and Mexico. With 48 teams playing 104 matches, fans are bracing for a five-week marathon. But if you look past the grass, the game is also being played by corporate accountants. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/07/thousands-join-record-breaking-human-wave-attempt-in-mexico-city-ahead-of-world-cup http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/07/thousands-join-record-breaking-human-wave-attempt-in-mexico-city-ahead-of-world-cup Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:39:22 +0200 Thousands of people gathered in Mexico City to attempt a Guinness World Record for the world's largest human wave, days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/07/guadalajara-a-travel-guide-to-the-2026-world-cup-host-city http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/07/guadalajara-a-travel-guide-to-the-2026-world-cup-host-city Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:00:21 +0200 Mexico's second-largest city is hosting its third men's World Cup after previously staging matches in 1970 and 1986. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/05/the-dark-side-of-the-2026-world-cup-more-flights-more-emissions-more-climate-crisis http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/05/the-dark-side-of-the-2026-world-cup-more-flights-more-emissions-more-climate-crisis Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:31:40 +0200 A report warns that the tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico could produce twice the emissions of previous editions. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/04/world-cup-player-statues-toppled-during-protest-in-mexico-city http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/04/world-cup-player-statues-toppled-during-protest-in-mexico-city Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:07:57 +0200 Teachers in Mexico City toppled football statues during protests over pay and reforms, raising tensions ahead of the World Cup opening next month. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/03/2026-world-cup-fuels-tourism-boom-in-north-america-with-canada-in-the-lead http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/03/2026-world-cup-fuels-tourism-boom-in-north-america-with-canada-in-the-lead Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:21:06 +0200 This month’s football World Cup puts North America at the heart of global tourism and is set to trigger an economic boom across the region, with Canada leading the way, ahead of Mexico and the United States, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/03/canada-calls-for-us-and-mexico-free-trade-deal-to-be-renewed-for-16-years http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/03/canada-calls-for-us-and-mexico-free-trade-deal-to-be-renewed-for-16-years Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:07:40 +0200 “The Agreement is highly beneficial to each of our countries and to the integrated North American economy," a letter conveying Canada’s recommendation, sent to the US and Mexico trade representatives, said. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/massive-drug-tunnel-uncovered-beneath-us-mexico-border http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/massive-drug-tunnel-uncovered-beneath-us-mexico-border Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:08:54 +0200 US authorities released footage of a sophisticated tunnel running beneath the US-Mexico border, saying it was used to smuggle more than $45 million worth of cocaine from Tijuana into California. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/01/planning-to-work-remotely-during-the-world-cup-these-are-the-best-host-cities-for-digital- http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/01/planning-to-work-remotely-during-the-world-cup-these-are-the-best-host-cities-for-digital- Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:51:42 +0200 From fast wifi and coworking spaces to affordable accommodation and cheap beer, new research reveals which 2026 World Cup host cities are best for fans balancing work and football. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/01/monterrey-a-travel-guide-to-the-2026-fifa-world-cup-host-city http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/01/monterrey-a-travel-guide-to-the-2026-fifa-world-cup-host-city Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:00:31 +0200 The Mexican city will host four fixtures at this summer’s World Cup, including three group games and a Round of 32 clash. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/01/heading-to-mexico-city-for-the-world-cup-heres-where-to-go-and-what-to-see http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/01/heading-to-mexico-city-for-the-world-cup-heres-where-to-go-and-what-to-see Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:52 +0200 The iconic Azteca stadium is set to host five matches during this summer's World Cup. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/30/the-euronews-guide-to-the-2026-world-cup-groups-fixtures-and-european-kick-off-times http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/30/the-euronews-guide-to-the-2026-world-cup-groups-fixtures-and-european-kick-off-times Sat, 30 May 2026 06:00:23 +0200 Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/27/carlos-slim-pemex-crisis-is-mexicos-main-problem http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/27/carlos-slim-pemex-crisis-is-mexicos-main-problem Wed, 27 May 2026 17:22:29 +0200 The richest man in Mexico, Carlos Slim, says the crisis at state oil firm Pemex is the country's main problem, with plunging output, weak investment and debts of about $85bn. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/27/luxury-brand-aman-is-opening-its-first-hotel-in-mexico-this-august http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/27/luxury-brand-aman-is-opening-its-first-hotel-in-mexico-this-august Wed, 27 May 2026 12:45:36 +0200 Amanvari in Baja Sur California offers a coastal escape with three miles of swimmable shoreline. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/mexico-set-to-host-iranian-football-team-during-world-cup http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/mexico-set-to-host-iranian-football-team-during-world-cup Mon, 25 May 2026 18:31:50 +0200 The future of Iran's World Cup campaign has been thrown into doubt by the Trump administration's military attacks and the ensuing chaos in the Middle East and beyond. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/eu-clinches-new-trade-deal-with-mexico-to-bolster-its-foothold-in-latin-america http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/eu-clinches-new-trade-deal-with-mexico-to-bolster-its-foothold-in-latin-america Fri, 22 May 2026 22:16:30 +0200 EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa signed an updated trade deal with Mexico on Friday, two decades after the original agreement, as both parties seek to reduce their dependence on the US and China amid rising geopolitical tensions. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/trump-is-forcing-the-eu-to-act-more-mature-in-the-world-mep-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/trump-is-forcing-the-eu-to-act-more-mature-in-the-world-mep-says Fri, 22 May 2026 10:03:33 +0200 MEP Javi López (S&D, Spain) believes the EU's trade deal with México is an example of the bloc's "offensive foreign action". Recent deals, including India and Mercosur, show how the EU is "working in the direction" of diversifying its economic relations worldwide, while reducing "dependencies". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/newsletter-eu-makes-its-trade-play-in-mexico-amid-energy-and-defence-strains http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/newsletter-eu-makes-its-trade-play-in-mexico-amid-energy-and-defence-strains Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00:29 +0200 As top European Union officials travel to Mexico on Friday to finalise a revived EU-Mexico trade deal, NATO foreign ministers will meet for a second day in Sweden to try to decipher Washington’s increasingly confusing military posture in Europe. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/europe-today-eu-economy-chief-dombrovskis-rules-out-easing-russia-sanctions-despite-inflat http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/22/europe-today-eu-economy-chief-dombrovskis-rules-out-easing-russia-sanctions-despite-inflat Fri, 22 May 2026 07:55:18 +0200 After the EU downgraded its economic growth forecast and warned of rising inflation, EU economy chief Valdis Dombrovskis tells Europe Today the bloc will not ease Russia sanctions, unlike the US and UK, despite pressure to cushion the energy crisis linked to the Iran war.