Polish stork Krutek sets off again: 5,000 kilometres ahead
The famous stork from Krutyń set off south again on 16 August for its autumn migration. As last year, its journey to Africa can be tracked precisely via GPS.
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Why is this Christian metal band suing Netflix over 'KPop Demon Hunters'?
The complaint focuses on the recently announced KPop Demon Hunters live tour, which the metal band claims causes “almost complete overlap” and will cause confusion...
Unitree's viral dancing, rollerblading robots make a 600% stock market debut
Unitree, known for its dancing and backflipping robots, saw shares surge as much as 629% on its Shanghai stock market debut.
Second Ukrainian arrested in connection with Nord Stream pipeline explosions
Prosecutors say the objective of the alleged attack on the Nord Stream pipelines was to "permanently disrupt gas supplies" and to stop Russia from using the revenue to finance its war effort in Ukraine.
At Chambord, repeated heatwaves force gardens to change appearance
In Chambord, drought and heatwaves are clearly visible in the chateau's gardens. The parched vegetation is forcing gardeners to rethink landscapes and plant species.
Qatar in Motion | A taste of Qatar's melting pot of cuisines
Qatar in Motion heads to some of Doha’s top culinary spots. We visit the Michelin-starred Alba where creativity and craftsmanship elevate fine dining. At Bib Gourmand-recognised Baron, innovative flavours and a relaxed dining experience reflect the diversity of Qatar’s modern
Revealed: Travellers’ worst travel mistakes – and their best hacks
A new survey reveals the travel mistakes causing the most stress, from packing too much to tight connections, while frequent travellers share the hacks they swear by.
Ukrainian man arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline blasts
The man is alleged to have been one of the scuba divers who planted explosives on the pipelines in 2022.
How to save on your autumn holiday, from the best travel dates to most affordable destinations
KAYAK reveals the best-value destinations and travel dates for an autumn escape, plus where to go if you want to avoid border queues as the EES rolls out across Europe.
Céline Dion reveals she relied on Valium over 17 years of undiagnosed illness
The singer spent years hiding her symptoms before being diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome in 2022.
Iran executed at least 900 people since January, rights group says
The Abdorrahman Boroumand Center documented 901 executions in the first seven months of 2026, including 56 on political or national security charges and 98 members of ethnic minorities — a further rise in death penalties in the Islamic Republic in recent years.
Bodies of two Belgian climbers found in Swiss Alps 34 years after disappearance
Wallis police keep records of people reported missing since 1925, mostly in mountainous areas and rivers.
Has Disney found a million alpacas for Johnny Depp's return to the Pirates of the Caribbean series?
Johnny Depp is reportedly in talks to reprise his role as Captain Jack Sparrow in a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean movie, despite having been dropped from the franchise following his legal woes. Depp even said that he would not return to the role again even for "$300m and a
Every suite and villa at this new wellness resort on the Red Sea comes with its own private pool
The 110-key property has eight restaurants as well as a spa spanning some 2,100 square metres.
The border frontline: Latvia faces migrants, drones and war fears
Latvia, on the European Union and NATO’s eastern frontier, is stepping up border security as it faces renewed pressure from irregular migration, drone incursions and the growing threat posed by Russia and Belarus.
Major album releases linked to 15% rise in traffic deaths, study finds
A new US study found that traffic deaths rose 15% on days when major albums by artists including Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny were released and music streaming surged.
Russian 'safari' drone attack on civilian minibus kills at least four, Ukraine says
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy slammed the attack as part of a "safari" hunt against Ukrainian civilians. Kyiv has repeatedly accused Moscow of purposefully targeting civilians.
Russians pull billions from banks fearing Kremlin will seize savings for war
Russia's central bank reported that billions of roubles have been withdrawn from banks each month, as Russians pull out cash amid fears of the Kremlin seizing their savings to fund the war in Ukraine amid a deteriorating economy.
Disney fights back: ABC sues Trump administration over threatened broadcast licences
The lawsuit escalates a fight that intensified after Jimmy Kimmel angered Trump with jokes about Melania Trump.
Latest news bulletin | August 19th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Europe's warmer seas are appealing to swimmers – but what lies beneath is ‘alarming’, study warns
Europe’s rapidly warming oceans have ‘severe ecological impacts’ and a clear cause, study finds.
Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios says he tested positive for cocaine
Kyrgios said he had difficulties coming to terms with being near the end of his career after two years of injuries.
'Many revelations': Charles Spencer to 'tell the truth' about his sister Princess Diana in new book
Earl Spencer has written a book about his sister Princess Diana. He promises to "tell the truth" about his sister, in a memoir that publishers say contains “many revelations” about her life.
Fire in building housing several hotels in eastern India kills at least nine, injures six
Some of the victims are believed to be Bangladeshi nationals who had travelled to Kolkata for medical treatment, according to a member of West Bengal’s ruling party.
UK inflation hits four-month high of 2.9% as energy bills soar
A 13% jump in the energy price cap drove UK inflation to 2.9% in July, the sharpest gas price rise in almost four years.
Zelenskyy fires presidential office deputy head Iryna Mudra amid corruption probe
Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau said it had launched an operation linked to an alleged criminal organisation involving current and former MPs and senior officials in the presidential administration.
Beninese-French singer Angélique Kidjo makes history as first Black African to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star
“By becoming the first African artist to receive this global honour, the Beninese icon has etched her name into history and raised the rhythms, creativity and dignity of our entire nation to the highest level," said Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni.
First jellyfish museum in the US opens in Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach hosts the first US jellyfish museum, where visitors watch 20 species drift in tanks and learn about their ecosystems and research.
OpenAI pledges to slow down its model development amid cybersecurity concerns
OpenAI announced it has paused key stages of its most advanced AI training for two weeks and is overhauling security across its research operations, a month after one of its own models broke out of a test environment and infiltrated the systems of AI platform Hugging Face.
Spain ignores EU and prepares urgent transfer of 500 migrant girls from Ceuta to mainland
Pedro Sánchez's government is planning the urgent transfer to mainland Spain of 500 migrant girls who arrived in Ceuta, while the EU supports sending the unaccompanied minors back to Morocco.
French President Emmanuel Macron signs assisted dying legislation into law
The Constitutional Council's ruling will see France join the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland and Canada, which have already legalised the practice.
Meta collects three times more user data than Microsoft or Apple
New research shows Meta's apps collect an average of 25 out of 35 possible data types, more than any other tech giant.
Saxony-Anhalt election: who is behind "tactical voting"
Campaign groups are urging voters to back the SPD and the Greens tactically in Saxony-Anhalt’s state election. AfD, CDU, the Left, SPD, FDP and BSW criticise the recommendation; only the Greens support the campaign.
Commission approves €290 million Dutch state aid to support sustainable aviation fuels
The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, two Dutch schemes with a combined budget of €290 million to support sustainable aviation fuels ('SAF'). The schemes will contribute to the objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal to accelerate the decarbonisation
Indonesian authorities seize 2.6 tonnes of meth in major bust, narcotics official says
Indonesia has some of the world's toughest anti-drug laws, including the death penalty for traffickers, but has maintained a moratorium on executions for several years.
Mud baths and red water: inside Bulgaria's Lake Atanasovsko
Tourists slather mud and float in red brine at Lake Atanasovsko, while Pomorie’s salt museum preserves Bulgaria’s fading salt-making heritage.
'One of the most naturally innovative drummers': ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies aged 77
Beard was the rock band’s drummer for 56 years. He kept the tempo for the band’s biggest hits like 'Sharp Dressed Man' and 'Gimme All Your Lovin''.
Can the EU stop smoking and vaping? Not quite, but it can raise taxes.
Can the EU ban smoking? Not really, but it can make it so expensive smokers think twice before lighting that cigarette.
Business registrations down, bankruptcies up in Q2 2026
In the second quarter of 2026, registrations of businesses in the EU decreased by 0.5% compared with the first quarter of 2026, while bankruptcies increased by 5.7%. This information comes from data on business registrations and bankruptcies published by Eurostat. This article
US criticises Israel over 'unnecessary escalation' after strikes on Syrian airbase
Israel said it had attacked the base because Syria had been close to breaching an agreed-upon “status quo in security matters” by allowing Turkish troops to deploy there.
Where are Portugal's priciest homes? Cascais leads with prices of €4.35mn
From Cascais to the Algarve, Portugal's priciest addresses cluster along the coast, while the capital is conspicuously absent.
Thinking outside the box about wellbeing: inside UK’s Medicine Festival
More than 10,000 people have traveled to Medicine Festival to take part in ancestral ceremonies, dance, practice yoga and explore different approaches to mind-body health. Many have travelled from across Europe to participate.
Commission adopts guidance on fiscal flexibility for energy security measures
The European Commission has adopted a notice providing member states with further guidance on the possibility to extend the coverage of the National Escape Clause (NEC) for defence to also include energy security measures. The notice sets out the procedure for requesting fiscal
Belgium wildfire 'encircled' overnight but situation still 'complicated,' officials say
Firefighters launched the decisive push to encircle the wildfire on Tuesday, despite wind and rain hampering air support operations over the area.
EU mobilises support as wildfires spread across Europe
The EU has deployed assistance to Belgium and Spain following their activation of the EU civil protection mechanism (UCPM), as wildfires continue to affect several parts of Europe. In Belgium, 2 planes from the EU's firefighting fleet, rescEU, were dispatched from Sweden to
Australia mushroom killer Erin Patterson's lawyers point to jury irregularities at appeal
Patterson was found guilty last year of murdering her husband's parents and an elderly aunt in 2023 by serving them a beef Wellington lunch laced with lethal death cap mushrooms.
Large fire breaks out at recycling centre in southeast London
A large fire breaks out at a recycling centre in Deptford, southeast London, as 15 fire engines and around 100 firefighters tackle the blaze.
EU provides €2.3 million in emergency humanitarian funding to curb cholera outbreak in West and Central Africa
The European Commission has allocated €2.3 million in emergency humanitarian funding to Nigeria, Cameroon, the Central African Republic and Chad to support these countries in addressing the ongoing cholera epidemic. According to the World Health Organization, more than 61,000
Sacked Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov calls for presidential elections
Fedorov's video address came just hours after Volodymyr Zelenskyy formally nominated Yevhen Khmara as defence minister, closing the door on Fedorov’s return to government.
Europe’s quietest island revealed – and it’s just an hour from one of the continent’s busiest
As searches for “quiet destinations” soar, a new ranking has revealed the European islands where travellers can still escape the crowds – with a tiny Greek island coming out on top.