‘Are we serious about war?’: EU defence chief calls on countries to live up to security ambitions
The Defence Commissioner warned that member states cannot bang the drum for a stronger security architecture while cutting the EU budget, and urged spending that matches their new defence ambitions.…
Latest news bulletin | July 2nd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 2nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
‘Terrible judgement’: Queen Camilla faces backlash after royal meeting with J.K. Rowling
Queen Camilla recently spent time with J.K. Rowling to mark the start of Royal Week in Scotland. This has sparked criticism, leading many to call out the Royal Family for…
EU Court of Justice rejects Google’s appeal against record €4.1 billion fine
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has argued that the company’s Android system has created “more choice, not less”. Read More
Bulgaria aims for ‘no further cuts on cohesion’ in EU’s next budget, minister says
Bulgaria’s Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Pekanov said the EU must “retain policies like cohesion” in its next long-term budget. While acknowledging negotiations “will take months”, he backed reaching a deal…
US fans celebrate World Cup last-16 spot
US supporters celebrate in Carson, California, after the United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the World Cup round of 16. Read more at Read More
Fast fashion: 69% of our clothes contain toxic chemicals
The European Union is implementing a new tax on imports, to limit purchases from fast-fashion e-platforms like SHEIN, Temu, and similar. Their bargain price tags hide a toxic reality, as…
EU Budget Commissioner Piotr Serafin criticises ‘frugals’ over proposed long-term budget cuts
The so-called “frugal” member states are asking a significant reduction in spending ahead of the EU’s upcoming 2028-2034 budget. Read More
‘Major health crisis looming over Venezuela,’ EU Civil Protection expert warns
An EU expert who is on the ground in Venezuela to coordinate the bloc’s response to the earthquake told Euronews that “the clock is ticking”, adding that the nature of…
Dream job alert: Get paid to travel around Europe talking to strangers
Self-improvement app RiseGuide is hiring a ‘Global Charisma Scout’ who will create an index of where on the continent it’s easiest to strike up a conversation. Read More