La Tomatina 2026: thousands turn Spanish town red in annual tomato fight
Thousands of revellers pelted each other with up to 165 tonnes of overripe tomatoes in the Spanish town of Buñol on Wednesday for the annual La Tomatina festival.
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US police arrest driver transporting guillotine in truck in Washington
"The suspect drove here from California," US Capitol Police said in a statement, adding that investigators were looking into the man's background to try to understand his motives for arriving in the city.
5.1-magnitude earthquake hits Colombia, forcing evacuations in Bogotá and Bucaramanga
According to the Colombian Geological Survey, the quake hit at around 11:45 am local time on Wednesday, with the epicentre in Los Santos, in Colombia's Santander department.
Mark Carney to address European Parliament as Canada turns to Brussels amid Trump’s tariff hammer
The visit comes as trade tensions between Ottawa and Washington escalate, with Canada accusing the US of attacking its sovereignty.
Tim Curry, legendary star of ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ and 'It', dies aged 80
The prolific British stage, screen and voice actor was best known for his starring roles in the cult ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’, ‘Clue’, ‘It’ and ‘Muppet Treasure Island’.
UEFA expected to cancel planned boycott of FIFA tournaments
In late July, UEFA announced its 55 member associations would take no part in FIFA competitions as long as the world governing body's FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal remained alive.
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Grand Voyager | Exploring Bodrum and the Aegean Coast
Bodrum has long been shaped by its people and its landscape. Set along Türkiye’s Aegean Coast, the region combines ancient ruins, olive groves and a reputation for luxury travel.
'A trap for tourists': Police find taxi violations at Lisbon Airport following scam reports
Portuguese police carried out an operation at the arrivals area of Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon, in which 67 offences related to taxi activity were recorded.
Study: Istanbul residents shun culture and arts with high ticket prices main barrier
According to IPA’s Istanbul Barometer survey, 45.8% of Istanbul residents did not attend any cultural or arts event in the past year, with high ticket and entry prices cited as the main obstacle.
'Escape master' who broke out of multiple prisons across Europe arrested in Spain
Officers tracked the fugitive down to a neighbourhood in Tarragona where they believed he was living. A judge ordered the man to be remanded in custody without bail while his extradition to Italy is processed.
If Iceland joins the EU, where does that leave Norway?
On Saturday, Icelanders will vote on whether to resume negotiations to join the European Union. A “Yes” could squeeze Norway’s position in the European Economic Area and put Oslo under pressure to reconsider its own relationship with Brussels — a question with a long and
Ireland keeps nuclear door open as data centre energy demand surges
The power-hungry AI revolution is driving Dublin toward a historic decision on nuclear power after decades of opposition and a legal ban.
Prince Harry, Meghan, and their children arrive back in the UK, reports say
Reports say the family will settle in a home in the Cotswolds in southwest England, an affluent and picturesque area favoured by many famous figures.
Meta agrees to pay $17bn in landmark US child-safety settlement deal
The tech giant agreed one of the largest consumer protection settlements in US history, ending a trial that could have put Zuckerberg on the stand.
Warsh's first Jackson Hole: Bond yields, a Treasury rescue and sticky inflation
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh delivers his first Jackson Hole address on Friday with long-term borrowing costs elevated, inflation above target and the US Treasury already intervening in bond markets to do what monetary policy has not.
Hundreds missing as flash floods tear through Nepal
Flash floods send muddy waters through Nepal's Trishuli River as streets are covered in debris and police warn residents to stay alert.
Butter late than never: Paris gets its first boutique entirely dedicated to butter
From croissants to sauces, crêpes to kouign-amann (the Breton butter cake which will make any gourmand melt), France knows a thing or two about butter. Now, its capital has its own dedicated butter shop. And some of the varieties may surprise you...
Spain cuts estimate of minors in Ceuta after duplicates found in database
Madrid is preparing to redistribute some of the minors across Spain as police found duplicate records had significantly inflated the figures.
Can flying taxis beat LA traffic? US city to develop air taxi vertiport ahead of 2028 Olympics
Could the skies be the answer to Los Angeles’ notorious traffic? Ahead of the Olympic Games in 2028, the Californian city is developing its first electric air taxi site to carry passengers to and from the city in minutes.
UK PM Burnham planning US visit in September to push further support for Ukraine
If confirmed, it would mark Burnham's first official visit to the US since he took over as prime minister in July.
Drought exposes fossils and wartime shipwrecks along Danube River
On a stretch of the river in Bulgaria, archaeologists have been able to study the foundations of a bridge, thought to have been built in the year 328.
Belgian fries under threat as potatoes shrink in heat
Extreme weather has left this year's potato crop unusually small, raising fears of tighter supplies and higher prices from the world's biggest frozen fries exporter.
What message did the CIA director deliver to Moscow — on Ukraine, NATO or Iran?
The Kremlin says John Ratcliffe met Russian intelligence officials but not Vladimir Putin during his surprise visit to Moscow on Tuesday. The secrecy surrounding the trip fuelled speculation that the CIA director was carrying a warning from Washington.
Flowers and memories: Fans pay tribute to Dolly Parton
Fans honour Dolly Parton in Nashville and Sevierville as New York's Empire State Building turns pink following the country music legend's death.
Canada wants to get closer to the EU - but how far can it go without EU membership?
In the midst of a trade war with the US, Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney will attend Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union speech in Strasbourg on 16 September, with a summit between Ottawa and Brussels to follow. However, EU membership is not an option.
Romania approves controversial law dismissing liberal party leader as mayor
Dominic Fritz’s removal has raised concerns over the rule of law, with both the EPP and Renew Europe calling for a change to the legislation. At stake for Romania is €770 million in EU funds.
After Uber, Waymo to launch the EU's first robotaxis in Munich
Google sister company Waymo plans to launch driverless taxi services with robotaxis in Bavaria's capital from next year. In the coming weeks, Waymo cars with drivers will first map the city.
Why are Dolly Parton fans lashing out at Donald Trump?
Donald Trump's order for flags to be lowered at half-mast to honour Dolly Parton has been met with applause. However, some fans are pointing out that Trump's tribute rings a false note, as Parton's literacy initiative is suffering under Republican rule...
US 'will achieve nothing' with its economic chokehold, Tehran says
Pezeshkian's words of defiance came as Iran's deputy foreign minister said a deal with Oman would bar all military vessels from the Strait of Hormuz in an escalation of Tehran's demands that drew opposition from Washington, which has previously threatened to bomb Oman if it
EU countries face nearly €41bn in extra fossil fuel costs as Hormuz crisis exposes energy vulnerability
European countries have spent unforeseen billions of euros on fossil fuel imports due to the drastic surge in prices that followed the war against Iran. Meanwhile, European and international groups are urging Ursula von der Leyen to set out a plan to phase out fossil fuels.
The data centre trap: Trump's AI ambition puts Republicans on the defensive
Less than three months before the midterm elections, Republicans are already facing tough headwinds – and now an unlikely issue has the potential to galvanise voters against them even further.
Trump says 'something may come out of' CIA head's unannounced visit to Moscow
John Ratcliffe travelled to the Russian capital on Tuesday in a rare and unannounced visit.
French flight attendant's breast cancer is recognised as occupational disease
A former Air France flight attendant has had her breast cancer recognised as an occupational illness, a first in France. Judges pointed to night shifts, ionising radiation and second-hand smoke.
Wolf sightings rise in Italy after suspected attacks
Several people, including children, have been injured in recent incidents as authorities step up efforts to track and capture animals in populated areas.
Two German airport workers die of malaria after 'mosquito arrives on plane'
It is believed the mosquitoes arrived at Germany's busiest airport on a plane, according to German public health officials.
1898 Porter's House: Boutique heritage hotel set to open in the heart of Ghent
The property takes its name from its former role as the porter house of the nearby Hotel des Postes et des Télégraphes.
At least 160 dead and hundreds missing after floods strike Nepal-China border
Monsoon rains from June to September regularly trigger deadly floods and landslides across South Asia.
Péter Nádas, giant of contemporary Hungarian literature, dies aged 83
The author, often named as a Nobel contender, died peacefully at his home in Gombosszeg on the morning of 26 August 2026.
Leonardo opens Ukraine branch: Italy taps Kyiv war experience, tests Michelangelo Dome
Italian arms maker has set up Leonardo Ukraine to shape future defence: drones, battlefield data for AI and tests of the Michelangelo air-defence system, a strategic partnership boosting Europe's technological and military innovation.
Poland to get four Airbus refuelling aircraft by 2030
Poland and Spain plan to jointly buy at least seven Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft for air refuelling and strategic transport, with four due in Poland by 2030 under the SAFE programme.
State actors tried to hack EU officials' messaging apps, cybersecurity body warns
A confidential Commission presentation has acknowledged for the first time that state actors tried to hack EU officials' Signal and WhatsApp accounts in so-called "spearphishing" attacks.
Netherlands may not have enough gas for a harsh winter, Gasunie warns
The Netherlands will miss its winter gas-storage target, leaving it insufficiently prepared for an exceptionally harsh winter without additional measures, according to Dutch state-owned gas infrastructure company Gasunie.
This tiny robot could help deliver drugs, dissolve blood clots and detect cancer
By coating the robot with antibodies, researchers collected rare cancer cells circulating in the bloodstream from samples taken from all 23 liver cancer patients tested, showing its potential for future cancer monitoring and diagnosis.
Europe's obsession with return hubs may not live up to the hype
Five EU states are racing to build migrant 'return hubs' before new rules are put in place, with Uganda and Rwanda rumoured as the most likely sites – but recent cases point to significant legal and practical obstacles, while the actual numbers do not match the expectations.
Radiation link in flight attendant's breast cancer, French court finds
Former Air France stewardess Sophie Lainault has had her cancer recognised as an occupational disease.
Syria's main Kurdish force SDF ceases to exist after army merger
Commander Mazloum Abdi announced the SDF's dissolution at the presidential palace in Damascus, ending the existence of the Kurdish-led force that served as Washington's main partner against the so-called Islamic State terrorist group.
The wit and wisdom of Dolly Parton: 'If you see somebody without a smile, give 'em yours!'
Celebrated country music star Dolly Parton leaves behind a legacy of music, films and charity work, as well as plenty of humour and wisdom. Here are some of her most memorable quotes.
Thessaloniki counters visual vandalism with colourful graffiti in Ano Poli
Colours, flowers and Japanese-inspired motifs are appearing on homes in the historic neighbourhood, transforming the streetscape and drawing in locals and tourists.
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