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Journalist behind Trump-Meloni row Daniele Compatangelo dies suddenly

Published on 21/07/2026 – 11:02 GMT+2 Daniele Compatangelo, La7’s Washington correspondent and president of the White House Foreign Correspondents’ Association (WHFCA), has died suddenly at the age of 50 following a sudden illness, according to Italy’s ANSA news agency. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Compatangelo, who covered US politics for more than two…

Where in the EU can people expect the longest working life?

It’s no secret that many European countries are raising retirement ages, while the expected duration of working life has also been increasing. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT It’s an issue that has sparked protests across the continent in recent years: France infamously broke out into mass, country-wide demonstrations and strikes in 2023 after…

Two tourists injured in knife attack at Acropolis, suspect arrested

By&nbspAkis Tatsis&nbsp&&nbspΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ Published on 21/07/2026 – 9:28 GMT+2 Two tourists were injured on Tuesday morning after a knife attack at the entrance to the Acropolis archaeological site, one of the busiest tourist spots in Athens. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT According to the Hellenic Police, the incident occurred at around 8.05am local time…

Spain celebrates World Cup triumph as Burnham takes office in the UK

Published on 21/07/2026 – 8:03 GMT+2•Updated 8:42 On today’s show: Spanish football journalists Jorge López-Torrecilla and Pablo Montaño join us to discuss Spain’s World Cup success and why the team is cementing their place as a dominant force in world football as the country celebrated the title last night in…

Four things to know one year after the Turnberry agreement

A year ago, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and US President Donald Trump struck a trade deal in Turnberry, Scotland, shaking hands under the spotlight of the world’s media after weeks of trade disputes. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Defended by the Commission as the best deal it could secure, the…

Beyond the Shadow of ‘Too Big to Fail’: Moving Beyond Fragmentation

By&nbspFrédéric Oudéa, Chairman of Revolut Western-Europe Published on 21/07/2026 – 5:50 GMT+2 The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent in any way the editorial position of Euronews. As Europe looks to reinforce its place in a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, a clear…

How do the new rules boost air passenger rights? Ask the Euronews AI

Published on 20/07/2026 – 8:00 GMT+2 In Europe, flight delays have grown faster (82.7 per cent) than air traffic itself (11.5 per cent) since 2015, at an estimated cost of 17.5 billion, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Meanwhile, travellers have struggled to enforce their rights…

Sweet, sweet Spanish victory

Good morning. Angela Skujins here holding down the newsletter this week, with Mared Gwyn gracing your television screens as Europe Today’s anchor. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT I am here to help you digest today’s news — as well as last night’s men’s FIFA World Cup final. The championship winner: Spain’s La Roja.…

Which EU country has the most cultural jobs?

Comparatively speaking, jobs in culture may make up a small portion of the EU’s labour market, but they’re the basis for the livelihoods of millions across the bloc. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT In 2025, the EU’s cultural sector employed 8.9 million people, representing 4.3% of total EU employment, according to the latest…

Burnham to be named UK PM with policy shake-up and cabinet reshuffle

Andy Burnham will formally become the UK’s prime minister on Monday after King Charles III invites him to form a government, marking another chapter in a period of political upheaval that has seen seven prime ministers in a decade. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The former Greater Manchester mayor succeeds Keir Starmer, who…