http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:50:11 +0200 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:50:11 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/26/more-than-220000-now-evacuated-in-gironde-as-wildfires-continue-to-spread http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/26/more-than-220000-now-evacuated-in-gironde-as-wildfires-continue-to-spread Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:57:48 +0200 According to French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez, around 2,500 firefighters, including a Swiss team, have been deployed to tackle fires in southwestern France. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/25/red-sun-orange-sky-as-madrid-battles-worst-wildfire-in-its-history http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/25/red-sun-orange-sky-as-madrid-battles-worst-wildfire-in-its-history Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:12:17 +0200 Wildfires near Madrid and Ávila forced tens of thousands to evacuate, turning the sky orange and the sun blood-red over affected towns. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/25/evacuations-ordered-in-bordeaux-suburbs-as-wildfires-continue-to-ravage-southern-europe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/25/evacuations-ordered-in-bordeaux-suburbs-as-wildfires-continue-to-ravage-southern-europe Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:01:59 +0200 In Spain, fires are continuing to rage in the Madrid area and in the province of Ávila, with tens of thousands forced to flee their homes. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/wildfires-trigger-mass-evacuations-across-france-and-spain http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/wildfires-trigger-mass-evacuations-across-france-and-spain Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:14:24 +0200 French forces have joined operations near Bordeaux after blazes forced 110,000 to flee the south-west. In Spain, military units are leading efforts under a national emergency as merged fires near Madrid and Ávila displaced or confined 60,000 people. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/boycotts-and-apologies-argentina-row-over-rosalia-and-patti-smith-after-world-cup http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/boycotts-and-apologies-argentina-row-over-rosalia-and-patti-smith-after-world-cup Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:08:55 +0200 Messages of support for Spain from Rosalía and Patti Smith sparked a backlash in Argentina after the World Cup final, with online criticism, boycott calls and a cancelled tribute concert. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/wildfires-up-57-in-europe-in-just-four-years-who-warns http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/wildfires-up-57-in-europe-in-just-four-years-who-warns Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:01:55 +0200 As wildfires rage across parts of Europe, the WHO has warned of a sharp rise in wildfires across the region and their growing toll on human health. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/church-reshapes-spains-history-did-moors-and-christians-ever-live-in-peace http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/church-reshapes-spains-history-did-moors-and-christians-ever-live-in-peace Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:48:04 +0200 The Cerro de la Virgen site in Calasparra, in south-eastern Spain, shows that a Christian community kept up its liturgical life until the 9th century. Archaeologists say the find points to a more harmonious coexistence between Christians and Muslims than once assumed. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/spain-sets-global-audience-records-after-world-cup-win http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/spain-sets-global-audience-records-after-world-cup-win Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:07:09 +0200 Millions of fans followed Spain's national team throughout the FIFA World Cup via the media and social networks, pushing its audience to record levels. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/24/wildfire-emergency-near-madrid-forces-over-10000-to-flee-as-spain-sounds-alarm http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/24/wildfire-emergency-near-madrid-forces-over-10000-to-flee-as-spain-sounds-alarm Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:48:26 +0200 Civil Guard officers, firefighters and the Military Emergency Unit battle fierce wildfires near Madrid, with more than 10,000 people evacuated amid extreme heat. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/divorces-in-spain-fall-27-in-2025-as-shared-custody-becomes-the-norm http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/divorces-in-spain-fall-27-in-2025-as-shared-custody-becomes-the-norm Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:26:14 +0200 Spain recorded 83,683 marital break-ups in 2025, 2.7% fewer than a year earlier. Shared custody of children has now overtaken sole custody awarded to mothers. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/southern-europe-still-battling-wildfires-as-spain-declares-national-emergency-in-madrid-re http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/southern-europe-still-battling-wildfires-as-spain-declares-national-emergency-in-madrid-re Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:52:21 +0200 Spain has declared a national emergency as wildfires threaten the Madrid region, while France seeks EU help and Italy battles blazes across Sicily. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/spain-coach-slams-argentinas-world-cup-final-behaviour-as-unacceptable http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/spain-coach-slams-argentinas-world-cup-final-behaviour-as-unacceptable Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:05:46 +0200 Argentina's antics following the final whistle in the World Cup final have prompted FIFA to launch a disciplinary investigation. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/world-cup-boosts-chinese-tourists-interest-in-spain-flight-searches-up-33-fold http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/world-cup-boosts-chinese-tourists-interest-in-spain-flight-searches-up-33-fold Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:58:44 +0200 Spain’s World Cup triumph has sparked a surge in flight searches from China to Barcelona, Tenerife and Malaga, with increases of up to 33-fold. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/23/spanish-coastline-in-unprecedented-fragility-areas-most-threatened-by-climate-change http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/23/spanish-coastline-in-unprecedented-fragility-areas-most-threatened-by-climate-change Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:52:31 +0200 Greenpeace warns that urban development and climate change have pushed Spain's coastline to breaking point and urges a shift from beach regeneration models to nature-based solutions. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/morrissey-urges-sanchez-to-end-bullfighting-on-return-to-spain http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/morrissey-urges-sanchez-to-end-bullfighting-on-return-to-spain Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:35:45 +0200 The British singer and veteran animal rights activist has sent a letter to Pedro Sánchez calling for an end to bullfights and bull runs. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/23/more-than-80700-sign-petition-demanding-world-cup-final-replay http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/23/more-than-80700-sign-petition-demanding-world-cup-final-replay Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:46:27 +0200 The petition alleges that Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic delivered a "controversial and corrupt" performance and calls on FIFA to review several of his decisions during the match. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/want-to-buy-a-plane-for-10-an-abandoned-aircraft-at-seville-airport-is-now-up-for-auction http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/want-to-buy-a-plane-for-10-an-abandoned-aircraft-at-seville-airport-is-now-up-for-auction Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:40:18 +0200 A Piper PA-23 Apache aircraft has been sitting at Seville Airport since at least 2018. Now up for auction, the new owner could walk away with it for a very low price, although don’t expect it to fly you home… http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/rural-bike-conecta-new-2180km-cycling-route-links-168-municipalities-in-castilla-la-mancha http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/23/rural-bike-conecta-new-2180km-cycling-route-links-168-municipalities-in-castilla-la-mancha Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:39:06 +0200 Castilla La-Mancha has launched a new cycling network for travellers to explore the region’s array of national parks and UNESCO Global Geoparks across 168 municipalities. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/23/spanish-police-evacuate-residents-as-wildfire-threatens-homes-near-madrid http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/23/spanish-police-evacuate-residents-as-wildfire-threatens-homes-near-madrid Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:34:38 +0200 Guardia Civil officers evacuate residents in Villa del Prado, central Spain, as a fast-moving wildfire threatens homes near Toledo with flames and smoke. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/wildfires-rage-across-parts-of-france-spain-and-italy http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/wildfires-rage-across-parts-of-france-spain-and-italy Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:25:51 +0200 Two firefighters died in France, and another died in Italy while working to tackle wildfires that have devastated Europe this week. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/flash-in-the-pants-lamine-yamals-6pm-german-boxer-shorts-go-viral-after-world-cup-appearan http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/flash-in-the-pants-lamine-yamals-6pm-german-boxer-shorts-go-viral-after-world-cup-appearan Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:09:22 +0200 Spain’s World Cup winning striker Lamine Yamal may not have scored during Sunday's final in New Jersey, but pictures of him sporting 6PM boxer shorts have hit the target for the trendy German brand which belongs to a Frankfurt influencer. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/22/ferran-torres-sparks-controversy-with-make-spain-great-again-cap-at-world-cup-parade http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/22/ferran-torres-sparks-controversy-with-make-spain-great-again-cap-at-world-cup-parade Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:30:16 +0200 The striker walked around Madrid wearing a red cap with Donald Trump’s slogan, tweaked for Spain, hours after scoring La Roja’s World Cup winner. Cucurella has faced criticism from Argentina over a song. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/22/aerial-footage-reveals-the-scale-of-spains-la-mierla-wildfire http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/22/aerial-footage-reveals-the-scale-of-spains-la-mierla-wildfire Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:12:02 +0200 Aerial footage shows the scale of the La Mierla wildfire in Guadalajara, Spain, as firefighters battle a blaze that has burned up to 30,000 hectares. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/22/spain-house-prices-resale-homes-up-172-highest-level-in-21-years http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/22/spain-house-prices-resale-homes-up-172-highest-level-in-21-years Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:00:07 +0200 The asking price of resale homes in Spain reached €3,133 per square metre in June, up 4% in the second quarter and 17.2% from June 2025 levels. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/spanish-singer-julio-iglesias-sues-spains-deputy-pm-yolanda-diaz-demands-50000 http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/spanish-singer-julio-iglesias-sues-spains-deputy-pm-yolanda-diaz-demands-50000 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:12:12 +0200 The singer has filed a lawsuit in the Supreme Court against the deputy prime minister, alleging a violation of his right to honour and seeking €50,000 over remarks she made about sexual abuse allegations brought by two former employees. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/21/firefighters-battle-major-wildfire-as-thousands-of-hectares-burn-in-central-spain http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/21/firefighters-battle-major-wildfire-as-thousands-of-hectares-burn-in-central-spain Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:25:31 +0200 Firefighters battle a major wildfire in Spain's Guadalajara province as flames destroy thousands of hectares and force more than 1,200 people to flee. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/07/21/government-moves-to-ban-smoking-on-terraces-and-beaches-under-new-anti-tobacco-law http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/07/21/government-moves-to-ban-smoking-on-terraces-and-beaches-under-new-anti-tobacco-law Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:38:46 +0200 The bill extends smoke-free areas, bans under-18s from smoking, treats vapes like tobacco and tightens rules on their sale, advertising and sponsorship. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/messis-strange-pre-final-video-puzzles-world-cup-fans http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/messis-strange-pre-final-video-puzzles-world-cup-fans Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:13:10 +0200 Messi’s team talk before the 2026 World Cup final sparked theories online. Journalist Eduardo Feinmann relayed claims that Messi’s call to 'forget everything' was linked to rumours circulating before the match, although this has not been confirmed. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/21/spain-backs-hernandez-de-cos-in-first-ever-bid-for-the-ecb-presidency http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/21/spain-backs-hernandez-de-cos-in-first-ever-bid-for-the-ecb-presidency Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:38:14 +0200 The Spanish government has chosen Pablo Hernández de Cos, general manager of the Bank for International Settlements and former Bank of Spain governor, as its candidate to succeed Christine Lagarde at the ECB. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/21/one-in-five-eu-jobs-classed-as-vulnerable-and-spain-tops-the-list-report-says http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/21/one-in-five-eu-jobs-classed-as-vulnerable-and-spain-tops-the-list-report-says Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:49:55 +0200 Close to one in five jobs in the European Union qualifies as vulnerable on at least one of three counts, inadequate pay, insecure employment or a lack of workplace rights, according to a new report from Eurofound, which places Spain at the top of the table. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/fifa-opens-investigation-into-argentina-over-post-world-cup-final-incidents http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/fifa-opens-investigation-into-argentina-over-post-world-cup-final-incidents Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:29:39 +0200 Football's governing body has appointed a prosecutor to assess the clashes between Argentine and Spanish players at the full-time whistle at the Metlife Stadium as well as the banner held by players after the semi-final with England. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/21/victorious-spanish-team-parade-through-madrid-after-world-cup-triumph http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/21/victorious-spanish-team-parade-through-madrid-after-world-cup-triumph Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:19:41 +0200 Spain's World Cup-winning team toured Madrid on an open-top bus as huge crowds lined the streets to celebrate their victory over Argentina http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/more-than-a-million-fans-fill-madrids-streets-to-welcome-world-champions http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/more-than-a-million-fans-fill-madrids-streets-to-welcome-world-champions Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:08:03 +0200 Spain's national team marks a historic day of World Cup celebrations on Monday. The champions will tour Madrid in an open-top bus before the final celebration. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/20/what-is-spains-world-cup-victory-actually-worth-to-the-national-economy http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/20/what-is-spains-world-cup-victory-actually-worth-to-the-national-economy Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:57:00 +0200 Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final brings a record $50 million (€43.7m) cheque from FIFA and, if past champions are any guide, a measurable but fleeting lift for the economy. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/20/spain-world-cup-winners-celebrate-with-fans-in-madrid http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/20/spain-world-cup-winners-celebrate-with-fans-in-madrid Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:09:11 +0200 Spain's World Cup-winning team celebrated with fans at Madrid's Cibeles Square, lifting the trophy, dancing and singing after beating Argentina. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/boy-13-dies-as-fountain-collapses-during-spains-world-cup-celebrations-in-ciudad-rodrigo http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/boy-13-dies-as-fountain-collapses-during-spains-world-cup-celebrations-in-ciudad-rodrigo Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:25:10 +0200 Three other people were seriously injured in the accident, which happened when the fountain collapsed during celebrations of Spain's World Cup win. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/20/spain-fans-celebrate-world-cup-victory http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/20/spain-fans-celebrate-world-cup-victory Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:01:28 +0200 Spain fans celebrate their World Cup final victory over Argentina in Times Square, New York, waving flags, chanting and lifting a replica trophy. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/20/donald-trump-photobombing-la-roja-goes-viral-following-spains-world-cup-victory http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/20/donald-trump-photobombing-la-roja-goes-viral-following-spains-world-cup-victory Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:35:55 +0200 Donald Trump has been trending online following the World Cup final, as he seemingly refused to leave the stage after presenting Spain with the trophy. The US president had endorsed Argentina for the win, leading many to affirm that the "Trump curse" is still alive. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/20/trump-and-infantino-hand-world-cup-trophy-to-spain http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/20/trump-and-infantino-hand-world-cup-trophy-to-spain Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:02:17 +0200 Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino hand the World Cup trophy to Spain captain Rodri after Spain beat Argentina in the final near New York. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/europe-today-spain-crowned-world-cup-champions-as-us-strikes-in-iran-continue http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/europe-today-spain-crowned-world-cup-champions-as-us-strikes-in-iran-continue Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:18 +0200 Spain have been crowned World Cup champions for the second time in their history after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time last night. Meanwhile, the US has continued to strike Iran for the ninth consecutive night and Andy Burnham is set to become the UK’s new prime minister today. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/a-huge-joy-madrid-wakes-up-celebrating-spains-historic-victory http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/a-huge-joy-madrid-wakes-up-celebrating-spains-historic-victory Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:20:24 +0200 Madrid is celebrating after Spain won the men’s Football World Cup, with fans taking to the streets and newspapers dedicating their front pages to the historic victory. Supporters describe the triumph as a moment of national pride and a rare celebration bringing the country together. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/20/watch-spain-fans-erupt-in-celebration-after-world-cup-final-victory http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/20/watch-spain-fans-erupt-in-celebration-after-world-cup-final-victory Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:07:25 +0200 Fans in Madrid and Barcelona celebrated long into the night after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup title. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/spain-win-world-cup-for-second-time-after-thrilling-final-against-argentina http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/spain-win-world-cup-for-second-time-after-thrilling-final-against-argentina Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:02:54 +0200 A tense final in New Jersey was finally settled after extra time as Spain ended Argentina's reign as world champions and lifted the trophy for the second time. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/19/shakira-leads-first-world-cup-half-time-show-that-briefly-steals-the-spotlight http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/19/shakira-leads-first-world-cup-half-time-show-that-briefly-steals-the-spotlight Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:31:17 +0200 The show extended the interval to nearly 30 minutes as FIFA sought to turn football's biggest match into a global entertainment event. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/trump-and-sanchez-meet-at-world-cup-final-after-nearly-two-years-of-diplomatic-tensions http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/trump-and-sanchez-meet-at-world-cup-final-after-nearly-two-years-of-diplomatic-tensions Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:23:05 +0200 For nearly two years, the leaders of Spain and the United States have clashed over issues ranging from defence spending to US policy in the Middle East. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/rodri-reveals-the-secret-behind-spains-run-to-the-world-cup-final http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/rodri-reveals-the-secret-behind-spains-run-to-the-world-cup-final Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:28:21 +0200 Spain's captain says La Roja owe their success to the bond between coach De la Fuente and the squad, and warns Argentina are 'the team to beat', 'much more than Messi'. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/new-world-cup-champions-51-million-prize http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/new-world-cup-champions-51-million-prize Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:55:09 +0200 The cash prize for either Argentina or Spain, while an increase on the last tournament, is a small figure when compared to the amounts spent on individual football players http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/19/two-major-wildfires-rage-in-spain-as-burned-area-nears-50000-hectares http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/19/two-major-wildfires-rage-in-spain-as-burned-area-nears-50000-hectares Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:45:12 +0200 The La Mierla wildfire has scorched nearly 13,000 hectares and forced the evacuation of 16 villages in central Spain. Another 15,400 hectares have burned near Orés in northeastern Spain, bringing the country's wildfire toll to around 70,000 hectares this year. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/spain-and-argentina-meet-in-new-york-to-dance-the-2026-world-cup-final-in-spanish http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/spain-and-argentina-meet-in-new-york-to-dance-the-2026-world-cup-final-in-spanish Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:03:25 +0200 "Por la mañana café, por la tarde, gol." Argentina look to defend their crown, add a fourth star and make Spain dance to Messi’s tango, while La Roja dream of another South Africa and making Scaloni’s men dance Rodri’s sevillanas. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/18/spain-praises-public-education-but-slashes-nearly-309m-from-its-funding-for-presidency-sta http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/18/spain-praises-public-education-but-slashes-nearly-309m-from-its-funding-for-presidency-sta Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:21:16 +0200 Cabinet approves moving €309.8 million from Education to the Presidency, Justice and Parliamentary Relations ministry to cover staff costs under an extended state budget.