https://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:39:56 +0100 Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:39:56 +0100 30 https://www.euronews.com/images/logos/euronews_flatblue.png https://www.euronews.com https://www.euronews.com/2026/11/02/kimi-antonelli-becomes-youngest-f1-champion-as-max-verstappen-wins-race https://www.euronews.com/2026/11/02/kimi-antonelli-becomes-youngest-f1-champion-as-max-verstappen-wins-race Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:54:49 +0100 Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli made history and become the youngest Formula 1 world champion. The 20-year-old driver finished third in the Mexico City Grand Prix race behind Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/10/30/mexico-worlds-tallest-catrina-unveiled-for-dia-de-muertos-in-mexico-city https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/10/30/mexico-worlds-tallest-catrina-unveiled-for-dia-de-muertos-in-mexico-city Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:37:59 +0100 A 33.4-metre Catrina has broken a Guinness World Record in Mexico City. Towering over the Zócalo, the giant skeleton is surrounded by thousands of marigolds ahead of Day of the Dead celebrations. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/10/26/mexico-spectacular-catrina-parade-brings-the-dead-to-life https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/10/26/mexico-spectacular-catrina-parade-brings-the-dead-to-life Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:03:31 +0100 Skeleton faces, extravagant headdresses and dazzling costumes transformed Mexico City's streets into a colourful spectacle. The annual Catrinas Parade celebrates the country's Day of the Dead traditions. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/13/german-nationals-among-those-airlifted-to-safety-as-storms-kill-five-in-mexico https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/13/german-nationals-among-those-airlifted-to-safety-as-storms-kill-five-in-mexico Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:39:04 +0200 Heavy rain and strong winds have caused serious damage in Baja California and Guerrero, where authorities seek six missing and deploy thousands of rescue workers amid further flood risk. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/07/trump-mocks-sheinbaum-over-gulf-of-mexico-and-imitates-her-alleged-reaction-no-no-please https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/07/trump-mocks-sheinbaum-over-gulf-of-mexico-and-imitates-her-alleged-reaction-no-no-please Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:29:50 +0200 The US president says the Mexican leader rang him to urge him not to rename the Gulf of Mexico. Trump justified the change with coastal data that available figures do not support. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/05/tooth-with-jade-inlay-reveals-ancient-maya-skill-as-dentists https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/05/tooth-with-jade-inlay-reveals-ancient-maya-skill-as-dentists Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:20:13 +0200 A study of a pre-Hispanic molar with a jadeite inlay concludes it was treated while its owner was still alive. The find is the first documented case of such an inlay in a Mayan back molar. https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/02/casa-de-mexico-in-madrid-unveils-2026-dia-de-muertos-altar-inspired-by-michoacan-and-agust https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/02/casa-de-mexico-in-madrid-unveils-2026-dia-de-muertos-altar-inspired-by-michoacan-and-agust Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:57:54 +0200 Casa de México in Madrid presents "Viva la vida!", its 2026 Day of the Dead altar, a tribute to Agustín Lara inspired by Michoacán and the monarch butterfly. For the first time the tour will be set to music. Free entry from 2 Oct to 8 Nov. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/30/flooding-and-destruction-as-hurricane-polo-hits-mexico https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/30/flooding-and-destruction-as-hurricane-polo-hits-mexico Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:00:08 +0200 Hurricane Polo has caused flooding and damage in parts of Mexico, with aerial footage showing inundated streets and ground images showing damaged roofs, fallen branches and residents clearing debris. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/29/mexico-braces-for-hurricane-polo-residents-evacuated-in-baja-california-sur https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/29/mexico-braces-for-hurricane-polo-residents-evacuated-in-baja-california-sur Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:26:56 +0200 This year's Pacific hurricane season is shaping up as more severe than usual, as a Super El Niño, an extreme version of a recurring weather pattern, wreaks devastation, in the form of historic droughts and flooding. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/24/people-battle-huge-waves-to-save-boat-in-acapulco-during-hurricane-polo https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/24/people-battle-huge-waves-to-save-boat-in-acapulco-during-hurricane-polo Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:51:48 +0200 Residents of Acapulco haul a boat to safety as heavy swells batter Mexico’s Pacific coast and Hurricane Polo passes offshore, downgraded from Category 5. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/24/hurricane-polo-brings-powerful-waves-to-mexicos-pacific-coast https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/24/hurricane-polo-brings-powerful-waves-to-mexicos-pacific-coast Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:20:11 +0200 As Hurricane Polo weakens to Category 4, Lazaro Cardenas residents and military brace for more damage, reinforcing Playa Azul’s seafront against pounding waves. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/six-wounded-after-car-bomb-explodes-in-front-of-mexico-police-station-officials-say https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/six-wounded-after-car-bomb-explodes-in-front-of-mexico-police-station-officials-say Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:49:49 +0200 Zacatecas is key to the drug trade because it links central Mexico with the north and west of the country and features routes that are key to smuggling cocaine and other narcotics to the United States. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/22/what-is-an-aura-battle-young-mexicans-turn-confidence-into-a-competition https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/22/what-is-an-aura-battle-young-mexicans-turn-confidence-into-a-competition Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:07:18 +0200 Young Mexicans are taking part in “Aura Battles”, a social media trend where participants compete through creative moves, poses and playful gestures. Organisers say the contests are ultimately about confidence and self-expression, with cash prizes adding an extra incentive. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/08/21/mexico-aura-battles-turn-a-viral-meme-into-live-contests https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/08/21/mexico-aura-battles-turn-a-viral-meme-into-live-contests Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:45:22 +0200 Young Mexicans are taking part in 'aura battles', where creativity, confidence and humour decide the winner. The trend is moving from social media to live events. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/21/group-of-15-cuban-migrants-rescued-by-mexicos-navy-after-days-adrift-at-sea https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/21/group-of-15-cuban-migrants-rescued-by-mexicos-navy-after-days-adrift-at-sea Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:05:27 +0200 Rescue teams gave no details regarding the fate of the boat they had originally taken out, nor did it explain how they survived five days at sea. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/11/mexican-crews-expected-to-arrive-for-wildfire-fight-in-western-canada-after-20000-flee https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/11/mexican-crews-expected-to-arrive-for-wildfire-fight-in-western-canada-after-20000-flee Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:06:49 +0200 The Royal Canadian Mounted Police have opened a criminal investigation into the cause of the fire, which broke out on Friday. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/magnitude-73-earthquake-strikes-mexico-and-guatemala-coasts-tsunami-alert-issued https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/13/world-cup-2026-sticker-swap-draws-thousands-for-guinness-world-record-attempt https://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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/06/mexico-fans-left-heartbroken-as-world-cup-dream-comes-to-an-end https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/norway-and-england-advance-to-world-cup-quarterfinals-as-brazil-and-mexico-head-home https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/one-of-englands-greatest-results-as-they-win-a-world-cup-classic-at-the-azteca https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/01/three-die-in-mexico-city-world-cup-street-celebrations https://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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/01/mexico-fans-celebrate-world-cup-win-over-ecuador https://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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/29/morocco-fans-light-up-monterrey-before-netherlands-knockout-clash https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/25/mexico-switzerland-and-brazil-top-their-groups-after-final-matchday-of-world-cup-group-sta https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/23/tote-bags-facemasks-jigsaw-puzzles-is-there-anything-that-hasnt-had-frida-kahlos-face-on-i https://www.euronews.com/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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/20/meet-osito-the-rescue-dog-winning-hearts-at-the-world-cup https://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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/19/mexico-becomes-first-nation-to-reach-world-cup-knockout-stage https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/mexico-secures-ticket-to-knockout-stages-as-canada-breeze-past-qatar-with-ruthless-6-0-win https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/nobody-knew-what-the-ref-was-saying-and-the-internet-loved-it-world-cups-first-meme-is-alr https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/mexicos-missing-persons-crisis-takes-centre-stage-at-the-world-cup https://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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/watch-fan-reactions-as-mexico-beat-south-africa-20-in-the-world-cup-opener https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/did-shakira-use-a-body-double-at-the-2026-world-cup-opening-ceremony https://www.euronews.com/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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/mexico-tight-security-and-protests-surround-2026-world-cup-opener https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/journalist-gunned-down-in-mexico-as-world-cup-kicks-off https://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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/12/mexico-fans-celebrate-world-cup-win-over-south-africa https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/2-0-victory-for-mexico-in-dramatic-world-cup-opening-match-against-south-africa https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/mexicos-president-sheinbaum-joins-fans-as-world-cup-gets-underway https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/2026-fifa-world-cup-begins-with-mexico-hosting-south-africa-in-opening-match https://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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/11/fans-descend-on-mexico-city-stadium-ahead-of-world-cup-kickoff https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/the-2026-world-cup-kicks-off-today-heres-everything-you-need-to-know https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/watch-empty-seats-and-closed-borders-fifas-high-stakes-bet-on-a-divided-america https://www.euronews.com/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? https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/europe-today-eu-sports-commissioner-on-euronews-as-biggest-ever-world-cup-kicks-off https://www.euronews.com/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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/infantino-defends-world-cup-ticket-prices-says-fans-should-chill-about-ref-denied-us-entry https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/subway-station-in-mexico-city-goes-viral-over-chandeliers https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/mexico-city-counts-down-to-2026-world-cup-opener-at-historic-azteca-stadium https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/host-cities-ready-for-kickoff-in-biggest-world-cup-ever-as-fans-lament-visa-bans-and-ticke https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/08/watch-forget-the-footballthe-money-game-behind-the-2026-world-cup https://www.euronews.com/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. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/07/thousands-join-record-breaking-human-wave-attempt-in-mexico-city-ahead-of-world-cup https://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. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/07/guadalajara-a-travel-guide-to-the-2026-world-cup-host-city https://www.euronews.com/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.