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LGBTQ+ rights: These are the most and least progressive EU countries

A new ranking shows how European countries are progressing when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights, with the UK and Hungary seeing the biggest drops.

Europe in Motion

Where do Western Europeans stand on nuclear weapons?

With the US distancing itself from Europe, EU allies are trying to work out how to extend their nuclear umbrella. But where does public opinion in Western Europe stand on the issue?

Culture news

Witches, sex machines and crabs: Discover Europe’s strangest museums

Witchcraft, sex machines and crabs... If you’re looking to get off the beaten track when it comes to museums, Europe has plenty of quirky alternatives. On International Museum Day, Euronews Culture selects six unique galleries that offer eccentric replacements to the traditional museum experience.

Europe in Motion

Eurovision: The contest's strongest geopolitical alliances

The Meds tend to vote for each other, while France has strong bonds with Israel and Armenia. Baltic countries love Ukraine and their Nordic neighbours.

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Europe News

French scientists denounce poor conditions as Macron courts US talent

France's president is hoping to position his country as a thriving scientific hub to attract US academics, but domestic researchers say they have been worn down by government cuts.

Travel News

Six serene spots to see spring in full bloom across Europe

Studies have revealed that time spent in nature can reduce stress, anxiety and blood pressure.

Europe News

Tens of thousands of people took part in May Day rallies across Europe

Rallies and demonstrations were organised across multiple major European cities on Thursday to commemorate Labour Day, calling for higher pay, greater equality and the protection of workers' rights.

World News

What's behind the rise in European car ramming attacks?

After a car drove into a crowd in Vancouver, killing 11 people, we look at previous incidents where cars have been used as weapons in Europe.

Europe News

Global military expenditure hits new post-Cold War high

The world's 15 largest spenders all increased their military expenditure in 2024, with growth especially rapid in Europe and the Middle East.

Europe in Motion

Ukrainian refugees: How are benefits changing across Europe?

The EU is hosting over 4.3 million Ukrainian refugees, with Germany having the largest share. Poland, Norway and other countries are adjusting their asylum policies. Here's how they compare.

Culture news

Countryside conflict on film: Rural community fights UK mining giant

The film, on general release across Portugal from this Friday, gives voice to a northern mountainous regional rural community that's fighting the lithium extraction project led by British mining company, Savannah Resources.

Europe News

Pope Francis: Tributes, mass and vigils held across Europe

In Italy, bells tolled in church towers and flags were lowered to half-staff on government buildings in Rome.

Europe News

Christians celebrate Easter Sunday across Europe

Events were held across many European capitals to mark the Christian Easter holiday, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion.

Tech News

Most Europeans know quantum exists but don’t know what it is - survey

Despite the EU putting quantum on its tech agenda, most Europeans are still oblivious as to what it is exactly, a new survey has found.

Climate

'Pain’ of climate change was clear in Europe last year, experts say

Storms and flooding across Europe last year affected a total of 413,000 people, led to the loss of at least 335 lives and are estimated to have cost at least €18 billion in damages.

Business

Sony hikes PlayStation 5 prices by 25% in UK, Europe and Australia

Sony's decision to hike prices in other markets such as Europe and Australia could be an attempt to protect its key US market from price increases.

Tech News

Could Trump's trade war undo investments in Europe's AI start-ups?

While overall European tech stocks have been down for the first quarter, AI investments are up 55 per cent, according to a report shared in a first exclusive with Euronews Next.

Tunisia

Tunisia dismantles coastal camps housing migrants en route to Europe

Authorities suggested more than 20,000 people were sheltering in the camps, which are near a part of the coastline located less than 161 kilometres from the Italian islands that form the European Union's outermost borders.

Europe in Motion

Which EU regions have the lowest and highest hospital concentration?

Germans have the shortest drives to get to the nearest hospitals but which EU residents face the longest journeys to access healthcare?

Culture news

What are Europe’s music capitals in 2025?

Based on the number of venues, festivals, nightclubs as well as ticket prices, a study has named Europe’s top cities for all your music needs.