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Self-employment offers a level of freedom that traditional employment does not always provide. A person can choose the work they take on, build their own client base and decide how they want to develop their career. Across Leeds, thousands of people work independently in professional services, construction, creative industries, consulting and a wide range of other sectors. But independence also brings responsibility. A self-employed person is responsible for understanding their income, keeping appropriate records and dealing with their tax obligations. As the business grows, what once seemed simple can become considerably more complicated. For many people, the problem does not…
By Franziska Müller Published on 20/07/2026 – 8:27 GMT+2 Space exploration sometimes has consequences that are not immediately apparent. According to NASA scientists, a piece of rocket could collide with the Moon in early August. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT In January 2025, around a year and a half ago, Elon Musk’s company SpaceX launched its “Falcon 9” rocket, sending two landers to the Moon. Now, US astronomer Bill Gray and the US space agency NASA, quoted by the news agency dpa, warn that an upper stage of the rocket could accidentally hit the Moon. Calculations suggest the impact is due to occur on…
The final whistle for the 2026 World Cup has blown, with Spain crowned world champions after beating Argentina 1-0 in the final which took place New Jersey. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Yet while the football is over, another tournament played out online with a slew of AI-generated videos, fabricated images and misleading clips spreading alongside the biggest matches, often racking up millions of views before being debunked. The posts served a range of purposes, from humour and political messaging to criticism of players and their teams. Other publications were seemingly crafted to generate clicks and advertising revenue. The Cube, Euronews’ fact-checking team,…
Updated: 20/07/2026 – 9:18 GMT+2 Anna Sjöberg, head of the European Counter Terrorism Centre at Europol, says lone-actor attacks present a challenge because perpetrators are “radicalised online”, creating a “lack of possibility for law enforcement to intervene in a timely manner”. … More
The celebration of Spain’s World Cup victory ended in tragedy in Ciudad Rodrigo (Salamanca), where a 13-year-old boy died, and three other people were seriously injured when a fountain collapsed after supporters climbed onto it. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT After the final whistle and Spain’s victory over Argentina, sealed with a goal from Ferran Torres, hundreds of thousands of fans took to the streets to celebrate the title. In Ciudad Rodrigo, one of the main gathering points was the Árbol Gordo fountain. At the height of the celebrations, the upper part of the fountain gave way and fell onto several people on…
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 since Regulation 261 on air passenger protection came into force in 2004. Now EU lawmakers have found a way out. In a final bid to reach common ground, on 15 June the European Council and the European Parliament agreed to grant air passengers stronger rights following the Commission’s 2013 revision…
Published on 20/07/2026 – 8:00 GMT+2 On today’s show: Euronews’ María Muñoz Morillo reports live from Madrid on the atmosphere in Spain’s capital after the Spanish side was crowned World Cup champions last night ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Euronews’ Aadel Haleem reports live from Doha on the latest developments in the Middle East as US strikes on Iran continue. Euronews’ Mared Gwyn speaks to Professor Tim Bale of Queen Mary University of London as Andy Burnham is set to become the UK’s new prime minister today, replacing Keir Starmer. Interviews with Maria Luís Albuquerque, European Commissioner for Financial Services, joins the programme,…
Around 6,000 members of Italy’s armed forces and security services marched through Rome on Saturday, demanding higher pay, better pensions and stronger workplace protections. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The demonstration brought together representatives of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Carabinieri and Guardia di Finanza in the first joint protest organised by the country’s main defence and security unions. The rally came just days after the government renewed the collective agreement covering around 430,000 military and security personnel. The deal includes a gross monthly pay rise of €188 and a one-off back payment of €2,448, as well as a commitment to open talks…
By Harry Bligh with AP Published on 19/07/2026 – 12:14 GMT+2 At least one person has been killed and 16 others injured in Russia’s latest strikes on Ukraine. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The attack began at around 1.30 am local time and continued for several hours. Ukraine’s air force said Russia launched 41 missiles and 125 attack drones, with most of them directed towards Kyiv and the surrounding region. Ukraine’s emergency services say the strikes sparked fires across five areas of Kyiv, damaging homes, offices and industrial sites. Several people were rescued from burning buildings, while one person was later found dead. Fires were also…
Published on 19/07/2026 – 12:45 GMT+2 Two major wildfires remain active in north-eastern and central Spain, with emergency services focusing on a blaze near La Mierla in Guadalajara province and another near Orés in Zaragoza province. Together, they are already among the country’s most destructive fires this year. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The fire near La Mierla, around 100 kilometres north-east of Madrid, began on Thursday and has burned almost 9,900 hectares, according to the latest official figures. During the early hours of Sunday, firefighters concentrated on two areas. Crews directly attacked the southern edge of the blaze near Gascueña de Bornova,…