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Explosion in department store in Taiwan: one dead, several injured

The explosion at the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department store in Taichung has killed one person and injured ten, four of them seriously. The cause of the incident is being investigated.

Economy

UK retailers fear the worst as shoppers shun Boxing Day sales

The traditional Boxing Day sales in the UK experienced lower footfall than in 2023, partly because of the rise of online shopping and deals. Several major retailers also remained closed on the day.

World News

European Parliament calls for action against Russia's 'phantom fleet'

MEPs urge action against Russia’s 'phantom fleet,' calling for stricter checks, penalties, and a total ban on Russian fossil fuel imports to curb sanction evasion and safety risks.

Europe News

Farmers balk at prospect of EU-Mercosur free trade deal

The trade agreement could get the green light next week's G20 summit in Brazil, but the prospect has triggered discontent among farmers.

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Europe News

Would Harris' election victory bring stability to US-EU ties?

The EU would prefer Kamala Harris over Donald Trump as next US president due to her stance on issues from trade to support for Ukraine, analysts say.

Business

German supermarkets take the fight to British competitors

High investment and low prices appear to be disrupting the established order in the UK supermarket sector.

Lifestyle

Pre-loved fashion takes the front row at London Fashion Week

The shows by eBay and Oxfam were the first on-schedule catwalks to exclusively feature second-hand clothing.

Business

Touting its wares! Wimbledon Tennis towel sponsor gets imaginative

Towel maker Christy's is the official supplier of towels for the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships for decades. It is now recycling pre-used towels and turning them into "heirloom" bags.

Economy

Euro 2024: UK comes top of the big spenders in the football challenge

Euro 2024 is boosting spending across Europe with the UK alone predicted to spend more than a billion pounds on food and drink.

Culture news

Open all hours: Spanish shopfronts celebrated in best-selling book

In the age of huge, soulless shopping malls, a book celebrating the beauty of old Spanish shop fronts has become a surprise hit.

Economy

Where in the world do people spend the most as online shoppers?

Online shopping has soared in the past few years, with Amazon, Shein and Temu leading the intensely competitive website pack.

Economy

Doom Spending: Why does it happen and how can you curb it?

Doom spending may be a coping mechanism to deal with anxieties about personal finances and the wider economic situation but it may be bad for your health.

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia opens its first alcohol shop in more than 70 years

While restricted to non-Muslim diplomats, the store in Riyadh comes as Saudi Prince bin Salman aims to transform the kingdom into a destination for tourism and business.

Business

More retailers charging return fees: Here’s how to pay less

Take a look at this guide if you want to save on your returns or exchanges this Christmas.

Business

UK reins in Christmas spending as cost of living squeeze continues

British retailers missed out on a pre-Christmas sales spike in November as customers limited spending on non-essential items, according to data released on Tuesday.

United Kingdom

UK businesses call for help as shoplifting problem escalates

The government-in-waiting say they'll tackle theft with a new law – but business across the country continue to struggle against shoplifters.

Food and Drink

Less is more: Why French shoppers are angry over 'shrinkflation'

Ever heard about shrinkflation? It happens when manufacturer's make smaller product but fail to change prices. It's not a new practice but it's being increasingly noticed in France by consumers as costs rise for everyday foods and provisions.

Economy

Shoplifting surges in UK as retail workers face violence and abuse

Major retailers have warned that a new 'epidemic' is becoming serious enough to eat into their profits.

Culture news

A new dawn for fast fashion? Forever21 and Shein join forces

The controversial brands have signed a deal meaning both are likely to be even more popular, amidst climate change criticsm.

Culture news

Stuck for what to wear to the Barbie movie? We're here to help!

Euronews Culture is counting down the seconds to the release of the long-awaited Barbie movie and, like many fans, we're planning our outfits for our trip to the cinema. If you're stumped on what to wear, we're here to inspire you - from head to toe.