http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:51:54 +0200 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:51:54 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/podcast-brussels-eyes-political-reshuffles-in-london-and-budapest http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/24/podcast-brussels-eyes-political-reshuffles-in-london-and-budapest Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:51:52 +0200 In a week of political upheaval in Europe, Hungary got rid of its president and the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade entered office. What does this mean for Brussels? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/man-jailed-for-life-over-terror-plot-targeting-uk-military-academy http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/23/man-jailed-for-life-over-terror-plot-targeting-uk-military-academy Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:46:44 +0200 Bashir left the UK two days after the synagogue attack and was arrested at Manchester Airport in November 2025 when he returned from a family wedding in Pakistan. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/22/former-uk-water-company-ceo-charged-over-alleged-water-test-fraud http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/22/former-uk-water-company-ceo-charged-over-alleged-water-test-fraud Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:42:27 +0200 Under UK law, intentionally altering wastewater flows during regulatory sampling is a criminal offence. If convicted, Wright faces a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/22/new-uk-pm-touts-cost-of-living-government-with-vat-cut-and-bus-fare-cap http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/07/22/new-uk-pm-touts-cost-of-living-government-with-vat-cut-and-bus-fare-cap Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:51:51 +0200 Andy Burnham has used his first days in Downing Street to scrap the 5% VAT charged on household electricity bills and cap single bus fares in England at £2, telling his new cabinet that Britain now has a "cost of living government". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/uk-to-remove-5-tax-on-electricity-bills-as-burnham-holds-first-cabinet-meeting http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/uk-to-remove-5-tax-on-electricity-bills-as-burnham-holds-first-cabinet-meeting Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:04:13 +0200 The UK's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, has held his first cabinet meeting, telling ministers he will set out his plans "over the coming days" and promised to reveal how his government will pay for any reductions in tax. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/andrew-and-tristan-tate-to-fight-uk-extradition-over-rape-and-trafficking-allegations http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/andrew-and-tristan-tate-to-fight-uk-extradition-over-rape-and-trafficking-allegations Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:16:18 +0200 The US-born brothers were arrested in Miami, Florida and face a total of 59 charges from the Crown Prosecution Service, including rape, assault and human trafficking. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/europe-today-spain-celebrates-world-cup-triumph-as-burnham-takes-office-in-the-uk http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/21/europe-today-spain-celebrates-world-cup-triumph-as-burnham-takes-office-in-the-uk Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:03:23 +0200 Two million people took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home their World Cup heroes last night. In the UK, Andy Burnham delivered his first address to the nation as Prime Minister, while in Germany Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signalled a government reshuffle. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/new-pm-andy-burnham-vows-10-year-plan-to-stabilise-uk http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/new-pm-andy-burnham-vows-10-year-plan-to-stabilise-uk Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:52:39 +0200 Andy Burnham made a speech at Downing Street moments after being confirmed as the UK's new prime minister, speaking about support for Ukraine, ending rough sleeping and stabilising the economy. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/watch-live-andy-burnham-takes-over-from-keir-starmer-as-british-prime-minister http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/watch-live-andy-burnham-takes-over-from-keir-starmer-as-british-prime-minister Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:32:43 +0200 Watch as outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns from the role, paving the way for Andy Burnham, the former Greater Manchester mayor, to take over. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/new-uk-pm-to-keep-moving-towards-closer-eu-ties-analyst-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/new-uk-pm-to-keep-moving-towards-closer-eu-ties-analyst-says Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:33:31 +0200 Tim Bale, professor of politics at Queen Mary University of London, believes the new UK prime minister, Andy Burnham, will maintain Keir Starmer's policy towards the EU while "not really making a big move on the single market or the customs union". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/andy-burnham-set-to-be-named-pm-today-but-questions-over-cabinet-and-policies-remain http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/20/andy-burnham-set-to-be-named-pm-today-but-questions-over-cabinet-and-policies-remain Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:00:59 +0200 As the UK prepares for its seventh prime minister in a decade, questions swirl over who will be in Andy Burnham's cabinet and what will be on his policy agenda. 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/2026/07/19/andrew-and-tristan-tate-arrested-in-miami-as-uk-seeks-extradition http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/andrew-and-tristan-tate-arrested-in-miami-as-uk-seeks-extradition Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:30:21 +0200 Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami ahead of an extradition request from the United Kingdom. British authorities accuse them of serious offences, including rape, human trafficking and sexual exploitation. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/andy-burnham-set-to-become-labour-leader-before-taking-over-as-uk-pm http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/17/andy-burnham-set-to-become-labour-leader-before-taking-over-as-uk-pm Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:08:04 +0200 "This generation of politicians, myself included, have failed to challenge a political culture and an economic model that simply does not work well enough for ordinary people," Burnham said. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/starmer-tells-ukraine-uk-support-will-endure-after-his-departure http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/starmer-tells-ukraine-uk-support-will-endure-after-his-departure Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:13:12 +0200 The outgoing prime minister will use his final visit to Kyiv to tell Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine's resistance has helped preserve Europe's security and that UK support will continue after he steps down. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/argentina-risk-fifa-fine-for-las-malvinas-banner http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/16/argentina-risk-fifa-fine-for-las-malvinas-banner Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:17:42 +0200 During post-match celebrations Wednesday in Atlanta, Argentine players held a banner handed over by fans, reading “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” — “The Malvinas are Argentine.” http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/keir-starmer-bids-uk-mps-goodbye-vows-to-support-burnham http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/keir-starmer-bids-uk-mps-goodbye-vows-to-support-burnham Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:14:21 +0200 Andy Burnham is to replace Starmer on Monday, shortly after he is expected to meet King Charles III to be asked to form the next government. http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/07/15/uk-unveils-plans-for-voluntary-overnight-social-media-curfew-for-older-teens http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/07/15/uk-unveils-plans-for-voluntary-overnight-social-media-curfew-for-older-teens Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:25:10 +0200 The ban will apply to platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X, but not messaging services such as WhatsApp and Signal. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/15/gibraltar-enters-schengen-as-border-fence-comes-down-under-eu-uk-treaty http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/15/gibraltar-enters-schengen-as-border-fence-comes-down-under-eu-uk-treaty Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:39:22 +0200 Spain and the British territory of Gibraltar removed their border fence on 15 July 2026 under a landmark EU-UK treaty. Residents celebrated as passport checks moved to the airport and port. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/gibraltar-and-spain-end-border-checks-as-territorys-chief-minister-says-europe-is-back http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/gibraltar-and-spain-end-border-checks-as-territorys-chief-minister-says-europe-is-back Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:33:13 +0200 Gibraltar, a self-governing British territory at the southernmost tip of the Iberian peninsula, is home to only about 40,000 people but relies on some 15,500 workers who cross from Spain every day. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/former-politician-ann-widdecombe-was-killed-in-targeted-attack-uk-police-say http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/15/former-politician-ann-widdecombe-was-killed-in-targeted-attack-uk-police-say Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:59:56 +0200 Devon and Cornwall Police have been criticised for originally saying the killing was not believed to be a terror-related crime and there was nothing to suggest it was politically motivated. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/14/spain-ratifies-gibraltar-deal-but-stresses-no-change-in-sovereignty-claims-over-the-territ http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/14/spain-ratifies-gibraltar-deal-but-stresses-no-change-in-sovereignty-claims-over-the-territ Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:59:15 +0200 The new deal officially brings to an end the final chapter of the UK's exit process from the EU in a deal set to boost cooperation and freedoms in the disputed territory. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/14/kings-swan-upping-on-the-thames-shows-healthy-cygnets-but-rising-litter http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/14/kings-swan-upping-on-the-thames-shows-healthy-cygnets-but-rising-litter Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:27:13 +0200 Traditional skiffs glided along the River Thames during Swan Upping as crews counted and weighed cygnets, reporting encouraging numbers while warning about the growing threat of river litter. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/13/prime-minister-to-be-andy-burnham-ranks-his-favourite-bands http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/13/prime-minister-to-be-andy-burnham-ranks-his-favourite-bands Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:17:36 +0200 Andy Burnham has blind-ranked his favourite British bands in a recent interview, giving the public further insight into his listening habits. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/uk-to-spend-2935m-over-three-years-to-protect-jewish-communities http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/13/uk-to-spend-2935m-over-three-years-to-protect-jewish-communities Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:30:07 +0200 Funds will be used to create more police patrols outside synagogues and Jewish schools following a spate of hate attacks amid growing antisemitism. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/crews-drain-lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-again-as-part-of-troubled-trump-revamp http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/crews-drain-lincoln-memorial-reflecting-pool-again-as-part-of-troubled-trump-revamp Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:10:14 +0200 Trump directed that the bottom be painted what he called “American flag blue” but problems began quickly after the initial work was finished. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/murder-probe-launched-into-suspicious-death-of-former-british-mp-ann-widdecombe http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/murder-probe-launched-into-suspicious-death-of-former-british-mp-ann-widdecombe Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:08:13 +0200 Widdecombe served in the House of Commons as an MP from 1987 to 2010 and was known for socially conservative views opposing abortion rights and expansion of LGBTQ+ rights. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/uk-took-unlawful-decision-on-migrants-sent-to-france-high-court-judge-rules http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/uk-took-unlawful-decision-on-migrants-sent-to-france-high-court-judge-rules Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:15:44 +0200 As of early March, 377 people had been returned to France and 380 people had arrived in the UK under the "one in, one out" scheme, according to the Home Office. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/10/the-oasis-and-glastonbury-effect-how-2025-was-a-record-year-for-uk-music-tourism http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/10/the-oasis-and-glastonbury-effect-how-2025-was-a-record-year-for-uk-music-tourism Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:52:26 +0200 New data from UK Music has revealed that sell-out concerts, tours and festivals in the UK in 2025 attracted a record 24.7 million music tourists while spending hit a new high of £11.2 billion (€13.1 billion). http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/metropolitan-police-investigating-donations-to-hard-right-reform-party-uk-media-say http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/10/metropolitan-police-investigating-donations-to-hard-right-reform-party-uk-media-say Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:19:23 +0200 Reform, an anti-immigration group that has led the ruling Labour party in opinion polls for well over a year, is facing intense scrutiny over several alleged undeclared donations. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/10/bayeux-tapestry-arrives-at-british-museum-after-historic-transfer http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/10/bayeux-tapestry-arrives-at-british-museum-after-historic-transfer Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:37:30 +0200 The nearly 70-metre-long work depicting William the Conqueror's 1066 invasion of England arrived at the British Museum in London at about 3am on Friday. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/burnham-on-course-to-become-next-uk-pm-with-322-labour-mps-backing-him-in-first-vote http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/burnham-on-course-to-become-next-uk-pm-with-322-labour-mps-backing-him-in-first-vote Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:52:14 +0200 If Burnham reaches at least 323 nominations then it would no longer be mathematically possible for another challenger to get the 81 signatures required to join the race out of the total of 402 Labour MPs. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/09/mosque-replica-and-anti-immigration-signs-appear-on-northern-ireland-bonfire http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/09/mosque-replica-and-anti-immigration-signs-appear-on-northern-ireland-bonfire Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:21:10 +0200 A loyalist bonfire in Moygashel, Northern Ireland displays a mosque replica and anti-immigration signs ahead of Orange Order celebrations. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/09/who-is-count-binface-the-alien-space-warrior-standing-against-brexit-champion-nigel-farage http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/09/who-is-count-binface-the-alien-space-warrior-standing-against-brexit-champion-nigel-farage Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:48:44 +0200 In a week when the race to become Britain’s next prime minister is effectively a one-horse race, there seems to be more suspense in another contest pitting Brexit champion Nigel Farage against a comedian going viral online. Is this a joke too far for Brits and their famous sense of humour? http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/andy-burnham-left-with-clear-path-to-downing-street-as-last-potential-rival-rules-out-lead http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/09/andy-burnham-left-with-clear-path-to-downing-street-as-last-potential-rival-rules-out-lead Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:34:58 +0200 Former UK armed forces minister Al Carns said Burnham had his "full backing" and that he had "earned this". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/family-of-ruth-ellis-last-woman-executed-in-uk-wins-posthumous-government-pardon http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/family-of-ruth-ellis-last-woman-executed-in-uk-wins-posthumous-government-pardon Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:41:27 +0200 A mother of two children, Ellis' execution in 1955 provoked an outcry and helped swing public opinion against the death penalty. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/reform-uk-leader-nigel-farages-rivals-rule-out-standing-in-clacton-by-election http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/08/reform-uk-leader-nigel-farages-rivals-rule-out-standing-in-clacton-by-election Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:12:44 +0200 The shock announcement that he was stepping down came as Farage is the subject of a parliamentary probe over the non-disclosure of a €5.8 million donation from a Thailand-based crypto-currency billionaire. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/08/vikings-victorians-and-vultures-uks-first-live-action-historical-show-park-to-open-in-july http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/08/vikings-victorians-and-vultures-uks-first-live-action-historical-show-park-to-open-in-july Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:00:59 +0200 The new attraction, Kynren – The Storied Lands, tells stories from England’s history both real and fictional across shows and immersive experiences. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/07/prince-harry-loses-london-high-court-privacy-case-against-associated-newspapers http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/07/prince-harry-loses-london-high-court-privacy-case-against-associated-newspapers Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:03:19 +0200 In a statement, an Associated Newspapers spokesperson called it an "overwhelming victory for the Daily Mail and its journalists" and a "magnificent vindication of the paper's journalism. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/07/nigel-farage-says-hes-resigning-as-mp-and-will-run-in-people-vs-the-establishment-by-elect http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/07/nigel-farage-says-hes-resigning-as-mp-and-will-run-in-people-vs-the-establishment-by-elect Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:48:00 +0200 "I've decided that the people of Clacton should be the judges of my actions," Farage said. "It's a chance to stick two fingers up to the entire establishment". http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/06/uk-sanctions-russian-scientists-and-labs-behind-chemical-attacks-foreign-office-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/06/uk-sanctions-russian-scientists-and-labs-behind-chemical-attacks-foreign-office-says Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:24:11 +0200 The institutions hit were SC Signal, a Russian state scientific research institute and GNIII VM, the country's Scientific Research and Testing Institute for Military Medicine. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/06/uk-fighter-jets-intercept-russian-plane-near-aircraft-carrier-over-norwegian-sea http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/06/uk-fighter-jets-intercept-russian-plane-near-aircraft-carrier-over-norwegian-sea Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:20:50 +0200 The mission off Iceland has seen F-35 jets conduct NATO air defence operations from a European aircraft carrier for the first time and comes amid heightened tensions with Russia. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/06/this-beach-in-cornwall-was-just-named-the-best-in-the-uk http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/06/this-beach-in-cornwall-was-just-named-the-best-in-the-uk Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:33:15 +0200 After visiting more than 600 sandy stretches across Britain and Northern Ireland, Bude Summerleaze took the top spot. 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/2026/07/05/jd-vance-says-beautiful-britain-has-been-failed-by-its-leadership http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/05/jd-vance-says-beautiful-britain-has-been-failed-by-its-leadership Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:16:37 +0200 While he called Britain "amazing," Vance said there appeared to him to be something "very broken about British politics". http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/05/englands-lake-district-unveils-47-unlimited-travel-pass-for-visitors http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/05/englands-lake-district-unveils-47-unlimited-travel-pass-for-visitors Sun, 05 Jul 2026 12:49:12 +0200 Covering trains, buses and boats, getting around the famed Cumbrian landscape car-free is now easier and cheaper. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/04/keir-starmer-calls-decision-to-resign-as-british-pm-intensely-personal http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/04/keir-starmer-calls-decision-to-resign-as-british-pm-intensely-personal Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:07:48 +0200 Starmer also said the next prime minister would not be able to spend any less time focusing on diplomacy and international affairs, citing the impact of the wars in Ukraine and Iran on the cost of living. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/prospective-uk-prime-minister-andy-burnham-rules-out-early-general-election http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/prospective-uk-prime-minister-andy-burnham-rules-out-early-general-election Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:40:41 +0200 Burnham indicated he still backs reforming Britain's first-past-the-post electoral system, which has historically benefited the country's traditional two main parties. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/two-romanian-men-jailed-by-uk-judge-over-london-stabbing-of-iranian-tv-presenter http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/03/two-romanian-men-jailed-by-uk-judge-over-london-stabbing-of-iranian-tv-presenter Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:43:43 +0200 Iran International, a private broadcaster based in a heavily secured building in west London, was labelled a "terrorist" organisation by Tehran in 2022 along with the BBC's Persian-language channel. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/02/eight-arrested-in-probe-into-men-drugging-and-raping-partners-uk-crime-agency-says http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/07/02/eight-arrested-in-probe-into-men-drugging-and-raping-partners-uk-crime-agency-says Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:10:16 +0200 As part of a separate operation into such offences, EU law enforcement agency Europol said the group of countries had identified 156 victims and perpetrators of drug-facilitated sexual assaults.