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Fresh protests set to sweep France as last-minute restrictions fuel tensions As France readies itself for another day of nationwide protests, the government's efforts to prevent renewed violence have prompted criticism from some.

Video shows extensive damage inside France's historic Limoges Town Hall Limoges Town Hall, a historic building dating back to 1883, was largely destroyed by fire during riots on 17 October. Images released by the city council show the extensive damage inside the building.

Winter time or summer time? What the science says about the best option for health Permanent standard time would be better for health, experts say, while once again we are to change our clocks over the weekend.

Debt: Moody's spares France, "a brief respite", not a "vote of confidence" Despite downgrade consensus, the agency kept France's sovereign rating unchanged, a short-lived relief, say economists, warning of a debt time bomb and worsening political and social tensions.

Rubio calls on Cubans seeking change to form 'discrete partnership' with CIA The Trump administration has repeatedly stated that its goal is to bring about a change in Havana's leadership, with President Donald Trump himself having claimed the country is "ready to fall."

YouTube, AI and neurodivergent representation: How Gen Z and Gen Alpha are redefining modern storytelling Gen Z and Gen Alpha still want better on-screen representation — but also aren't as against AI storytelling as you might expect, according to the 2026 Teens and Screens report.

Arrest made after major fire breaks out at Hitler's 'Eagle's Nest' mountain retreat in Bavaria The building, completed in 1938, was designed to be used as a retreat for Nazi officials, although it was rarely used by Hitler himself.

Sun, sand and snorkelling: A week in the Maldives on two stunning resort islands On the turquoise blue waters and sandy shores of the Maldives, Fakhriya M. Suleiman explored two resort islands. Here's her week's itinerary filled with snorkelling, dining experiences and a bit of R&R.

Latest news bulletin | October 24th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Grocery prices across Europe: Where is food most expensive and why? Grocery prices vary widely across Europe. Bread can cost more than three times as much in one country as in another. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the differences and what drives them.

Booking an electric flight in Europe is only 10 years away, says influential Dutch researcher Aeroplane manufacturers should be forced to pivot to electric as car companies have, says influential Dutch researcher Maarten Steinbuch.

Hungary: 70 years after Soviet crackdown, leaders honour uprising victims Seventy years after Hungary's 1956 uprising against Soviet rule, Prime Minister Péter Magyar paid tribute to its victims as Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the importance of freedom and democracy.

Princess and prizewinners champion hope against 'darker times' at Princess of Asturias Awards The heiress to the throne quoted Paul Valéry through a Studio Ghibli character – "The wind rises, we must try to live!" – to conclude a strongly political speech about combating contemporary disillusionment, a theme echoed in several of the other winners' speeches.

Jihadists reportedly urge attacks during protests in Portugal and Spain Spanish newspaper El País has obtained what it identifies as an Interior Ministry report detailing calls for attacks on police officers and protesters during weeks-long demonstrations in several European countries.

US designates helium as critical material as Europe faces supply squeeze The US has declared helium a critical material as war in the Middle East and export curbs by Russia and China squeeze global supplies of a gas vital to chipmaking, leaving Europe scrambling to secure its share.

Italy preparing with elite troops and drone surveillance for 24 October protests On 24 October Rome will be locked down with 1,500 officers, Milan with 1,800 police and soldiers.

Meghan Markle 'distressed' by child abuse image allegations against father Markle has been estranged from her father since 2018, when he was caught staging paparazzi photos in the run-up to her wedding to Harry.

Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany hospitalised after collapse during training A few weeks ago, sporting director Max Eberl said that Kompany, who reportedly needed help climbing stairs, had been struggling with both a viral infection and a hip injury.

France bolsters security as businesses fear renewed unrest during Saturday protests A massive security operation has been deployed across France for major protests on Saturday. Businesses across the country remain tense following violence which overshadowed peaceful demonstrations last weekend.

France: shops barricaded in Lyon and Orléans for possible unrest Wooden boards are going up across France as shopkeepers brace for possible unrest. With a National Rally congress in Orléans and protests approaching in Lyon, businesses fear damage and disruption.

A year ahead of the 'wrecking ball': Scientists find new clue to predict when El Niño will strike Predicting El Niño a year in advance could help communities and decision makers better prepare for the weather phenomenon's impact.

France bolsters security for protests as businesses fear renewed unrest A massive security operation has been deployed across France for major protests on Saturday. Businesses across the country remain tense following violence which overshadowed peaceful demonstrations last weekend.

France bolster security for protests as businesses fear renewed unrest A mass security apparatus has been deployed across France for major protests on Saturday. Businesses across the country remain tense following violence which overshadowed peaceful demonstrations last weekend.

First human case of cattle virus Shamonda: How worried should Europe be? EU agency explains The first human case of Shamonda virus, confirmed in France, poses no wider threat to Europeans, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) told Euronews.

Latest news bulletin | October 23rd, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

EU trade Chief seeks to rebalance EU-China trade as Brussels weighs tougher measures The European Commission hopes to curb Chinese imports in additional sectors in upcoming talks with Beijing while exploring new trade defence measures, though the move risks triggering retaliatory action from China.

UN chief race enters decisive phase as new contender arrives UAE's star diplomat Lana Nusseibeh has entered the race for the UN secretary-general position, challenging front-runner Rebeca Grynspan at a decisive time for the global organisation's future. The UN chief race could now lead to the first ever female secretary-general.

Terror probe after gunman opens fire from car in Paris suburbs, killing one, wounding five French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez visited the two affected towns, describing the shooting as "clearly a terrorist crime", while President Emmanuel Macron said "the nation is standing with" the victims of this "terrible ordeal".

Paris attack leaves one dead, investigated as possible 'terrorist' act French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez visited the two affected towns, describing the shooting as "clearly a terrorist crime", while President Emmanuel Macron said "the nation is standing with" the victims of this "terrible ordeal".

Pope Leo XIV cancels Assisi trip on doctors' advice as he recovers from surgery The pope's doctors said a follow-up chest X-ray confirmed he was recovering well. However, given the short time that has elapsed since the operation, they recommended as a precaution that he not make the trip to Assisi by helicopter.