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US forces strike Iran for seventh consecutive night10 hours ago
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EU foreign policy chief Kallas visits EU naval mission in the Red Sea22 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | July 17th, 2026 – Evening23 hours ago
Tsunami alert in Mexico and Guatemala after 7.3 magnitude quake23 hours ago
World Cup organisers 'monitoring' wildfire smoke ahead of final1 day ago
China rejects Trump's election interference accusations1 day ago
Xi hails 'new level' in ties as China and Kazakhstan sign €11.4bn in deals1 day ago
China rescuers race to find trapped people after landslide1 day ago
Special report: EU eyes wider mandate as Red Sea Houthi threat grows5 hours ago
CIA confirms chavista electoral fraud system in Venezuela1 day ago
India launches first hydrogen-powered passenger train to cut emissions1 day ago
Kim Jong Un hosts top Chinese official in Pyongyang1 day ago
Latest news bulletin | July 17th, 2026 – Midday1 day ago
Watch: US Navy Blue Angels' low flyover leaves beachgoers stunned1 day ago
Chile assesses damage after deadly storm surge floods coastal city of Penco1 day ago
Qatar's air defence intercepts fresh Iranian missile barrage over Doha1 day ago
Japan revises succession law but retains ban on female emperors1 day ago
Latest news bulletin | July 17th, 2026 – Morning1 day ago
Diesel and petrol prices to jump sharply next week8 hours ago
Latvia becomes Lukashenka's latest pressure point for the EU8 hours ago
Three upgrades can make heat pumps 'pay for themselves' in two years1 day ago
'Shameless': Greece and LNG remain roadblock in new Russia sanctions8 hours ago
US strikes Iranian civilian sites as Tehran attacks Gulf neighbours1 hour ago
Trump revives election interference claims during address to nation2 hours ago
Rubik's Cube stars shine at European speedcubing event in the Netherlands1 day ago
Spain battles major Aragon wildfire amid heatwave - Spain has deployed more than 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft to combat a fast-moving wildfire in the northeastern region of Aragon after flames swept across around 7,600 hectares by 16 July. 16/07/20261 hour ago
Trump teleprompter operator suspended over speech betting allegations - US media had reported that Gabriel Perez, who has been operating Trump's teleprompter since 2016, used his inside knowledge to win more than $100,000 (€85,900) betting on what the president would say in big speeches. 16/07/202612 hours ago
Deadly orphanage fire kills 11 children in Algeria - Algerian authorities did not say what caused the deadly blaze, which occured amid a heatwave that has sparked nearly 1,000 fires. 16/07/202623 hours ago
Supporters welcome France's assisted dying law - Supporters welcomed France's assisted dying law after parliament approved the landmark legislation, calling it "a huge relief" for people with incurable illnesses. The law still requires approval from France's Constitutional Council. 16/07/20262 hours ago
Algeria investigates Mohammadia orphanage fire that killed 11 people - Algeria is probing a deadly orphanage fire near Algiers, early on 16 July, that killed at least 11, injured 19 and struck amid a heatwave and nearly 1,000 recent blazes. 16/07/20268 hours ago
United Arab Emirates1 day ago
Authorities deny reports of booms in downtown Dubai - Authorities have denied reports on Thursday evening of booms heard above downtown Dubai, amid renewed Iranian attacks on the broader region. 16/07/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 16/07/202612 hours ago
Iran vows to 'crush' regional infrastructure if US strikes escalate - Iran said its response to any US strike on its infrastructure would result in destruction across the region, as multiple reports said Tehran had asked the Houthis to be ready to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, threatening a second global shipping chokepoint. 16/07/20261 day ago
Kyiv protesters rally after Zelenskyy sacks defence minister Fedorov - Hundreds protest in Kyiv after President Zelenskyy dismisses Defence Minister Fedorov, a moderniser credited with slowing Russia's advance. 16/07/20261 day ago
China is 'a critical long-term strategic challenge', EU ministers say - EU foreign ministers issued a joint assessment of the risks posed by China, warning that Beijing threatens not only the bloc's economy but also its security, while highlighting the shared ambition of China and Russia to assert regional dominance. 16/07/20261 day ago
Mongolian throat singing goes global as ancient art finds new fans - Mongolian throat singing is gaining new audiences worldwide, as artists like Batzorig Vaanchig blend the ancient nomadic tradition of khoomei with modern forms of entertainment, from cinema to video games. 16/07/20261 day ago
Hungary's national fireworks costs shrink but many call it wasteful - Tradition or money down the drain? A state-funded jolly for all, or an outdated form of animal cruelty? As 20 August nears, the yearly row over whether Hungary needs fireworks and how big they should be reignites. 16/07/20261 day ago
Kyiv hit again as Ukraine reports two dead in Russian strike - Russian missiles killed two people and wounded five, including a child, in Kyiv, Ukraine, on 16 July 2026. 16/07/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 16/07/20261 day ago
Canada: train crew escapes flames near Armstrong, Ontario - A train crew was surrounded by wildfire flames near Armstrong, Ontario, Canada, on 13 July 2026. The Canadian National Railway crew escaped safely as more than 160 fires burned across the region. 16/07/20261 day ago
Spain and Gibraltar end border checks, easing daily crossings - Routine border checks between Spain and Gibraltar have ended, allowing thousands of daily commuters to cross more easily. While many welcome shorter journeys and greater freedom, others remain cautious about the long-term impact. 16/07/20261 day ago
Toronto choked by wildfire smoke, records world's worst air quality - A thick orange haze hung over Toronto on Wednesday 15 July as smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario engulfed Canada's largest city, giving it the worst air quality of any major city in the world that morning, according to monitoring service IQAir. 16/07/20261 day ago
Argentina reaches World Cup final, jubilation in Buenos Aires and disappointment in the Falklands - Tens of thousands celebrate in Buenos Aires after Argentina's 2-1 win over England sends them to the World Cup final against Spain. 16/07/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 16/07/20261 day ago
Argentina defeat England 2-1 in World Cup semi-final - The defending champions' victory means they will face Spain, who defeated France on Tuesday, in Sunday's final in East Rutherford, New Jersey. 16/07/20261 day ago
Buenos Aires erupts as Argentina reach World Cup final - Fans flooded the streets of Buenos Aires in celebration after Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1. 16/07/20261 day ago
Iran launches retaliatory attacks on US bases across Middle East - The latest missile strikes began when the US said it fired a missile into a Curaçao-flagged oil tanker's funnel after claiming the ship "ignored multiple warnings". 16/07/20261 day ago
Meet the Russian model whose Haaland look went viral - Russian model Anastasia Kostromina went viral after posting a side-by-side video comparing herself to football star Erling Haaland. She says she was initially surprised by the comparisons but now embraces them with humour. 15/07/20261 day ago
More world leaders arrive in Doha to honour Qatar's former emir - European delegations continued to arrive in Qatar on the third day of national mourning, with France, Germany and Britain among those sending senior representatives, as Iran's foreign minister, the UAE president, Jordan's king and Palestinian president also paid their respects. 15/07/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | July 15th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 15/07/20261 day ago
4th Shusha Global Media Forum: Reporting in a changing world - In partnership with - Azpromo - The 4th Shusha Global Media Forum explored how journalism is adapting to artificial intelligence, disinformation and declining public trust, with discussions focusing on responsible reporting, media ethics and international dialogue. 15/07/20261 day ago
Po river choked by algae bloom as Italy battles heat and navigability woes - Italy is stepping up efforts to clear thick algae from the River Po in Turin after weeks of high temperatures accelerated its spread along the country's longest river. 15/07/20261 day ago
Ukraine: Six dead as Russia targets Sumy and Odesa - Emergency crews battled fires and searched damaged buildings across Ukraine on Tuesday 15 July after Russian strikes on the cities of Sumy and Odesa killed six people and injured at least 20 others, according to regional authorities. 15/07/20261 day ago
Italy: melting ice statues protest heatwave conditions in Rome - Greenpeace Italy and the CGIL union melted ice statues outside Rome's Colosseum on 15 July 2026. The protest highlighted the impact of heatwaves on outdoor workers and called for a fossil fuel phase-out. 15/07/20261 day ago
Trump urges ICE to continue traffic stops after fatal shootings - At least 10 people have been killed during immigration operations since the start of the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign, including four during vehicle stops. 15/07/20261 day ago
US resumes daylight strikes on Iran as tensions escalate over Hormuz - US Central Command said it has resumed daylight strikes on Iran, targeting coastal defences and missile sites. Tehran has reported casualties as tensions rise over a renewed blockade threat, calls for retaliation and the ongoing dispute over the Strait of Hormuz. 15/07/20262 days ago
Latest news bulletin | July 15th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 15/07/20262 days ago
Iran executes man over January protests as crackdown on dissent widens - Mohammad Amini Dehaghani was convicted of setting fire to a governor's office in Isfahan on 9 January, as Amnesty International says Iran is using wartime conditions as a pretext to accelerate politically motivated executions. 15/07/20262 days ago
Most realistic ancient roman faces revealed at Budapest exhibition - Sixteen faces from Roman Aquincum have been brought back to life in a new exhibition, where DNA analysis and forensic anthropology reveal the diverse backgrounds of the ancient city's inhabitants. 15/07/20262 days ago
Gibraltar enters Schengen as border fence comes down under EU-UK treaty - Spain and the British territory of Gibraltar removed their border fence on 15 July 2026 under a landmark EU-UK treaty. Residents celebrated as passport checks moved to the airport and port. 15/07/20262 days ago
One dead and three missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz Island - Authorities did not know if the boat was headed to Alcatraz, a major tourist attraction, where shuttered buildings of the famous former prison still stand. 15/07/20262 days ago
Sudan's 'war economy' fuelling conflict, United Nations says - OHCHR called on the parties to the war, and corporations involved in the value chain of Sudanese commodities, to ensure compliance with international law. 15/07/20262 days ago
Latest news bulletin | July 15th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 15/07/20262 days ago
Cuba plunged into nationwide blackout in 10days as fuel runs low - Fuel has been scarce across Cuba since January, when US President Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs on any nation that supplies or sells oil to the island, exacerbating the island's continuing financial and economic crises. 15/07/20262 days ago
Iran attacks US bases as Trump threatens power plant hits - Tehran's attack comes as the US military carried out a fourth night of strikes against Iran after President Donald Trump reinstated its blockade of Iranian shipping around the strait of Hormuz. 15/07/20262 days ago
Pygmy hippo in Thailand predicts France vs Argentina World Cup final - Pygmy hippo Moo Deng at a Thai zoo predicts a France–Argentina World Cup final, choosing France over Spain and Argentina over England in a playful stunt. 14/07/20262 days ago
French and Spanish fans pack Texas streets ahead World Cup semi-final - French and Spanish fans flooded Arlington's streets ahead the World Cup semi-final, with the winners to meet England or Argentina. 14/07/20262 days ago
Latest news bulletin | July 14th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 14/07/20262 days ago
World leaders gather in Qatar to honour Father Emir Sheikh Hamad - Leaders from Europe, Africa and Asia travelled to Doha to offer condolences to the royal family following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who served as Qatar's emir from 1995 until 2013. 14/07/20262 days ago