Major wildfire in hills above Lake Garda: at least 200 residents and tourists evacuated
A fire broke out on Friday evening in the mountains above Tignale. Rescuers evacuated about 200 people and are checking holiday homes used by tourists.
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Latest news bulletin | August 8th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Watch: Moment opposition MP throws eggs at Kosovo's acting PM
Lawmakers and police officers had to intervene after Alliance party MP Time Kadrijaj hurled at least four eggs towards Kosovo's acting prime minister Albin Kurti.
Serbia's Vučić sends signal to Brussels and Moscow by hosting Zelenskyy with pomp and circumstance
The talks between Zelenskyy and Vučić come as Russia's war against Ukraine once again intensifies. Despite Serbia’s historical ties to Russia, its bid to join the EU now seems to have taken the lead in considerations.
Man, 26, arrested in Rotterdam after two injured in 'random' stabbing spree
"A single suspect, who is believed to have been travelling by car, is involved in the stabbings," Dutch police said in a post on social media.
Belarus joins Russia’s war on freedom of information
Belarus’ obscure decision to ban Euronews’ website on its territory follows Russia’s blocking of all Euronews content, as both nations continue to clamp down on the media.
Tisza Party group nominates András Baka for new Hungarian president
On Saturday, the Tisza Party, which has a constitutional majority in Parliament, picked András Baka who was removed by Fidesz from the Supreme Court, to be elected president on Tuesday.
Around 34,000 fans attend Kanye West concert at Algarve Stadium
After shows were cancelled in the UK, France and Poland, the American rapper finally performed in Portugal on Friday at the Algarve Stadium before 34,000 fans.
Unidentified drone explodes in Bulgaria, close to major gas pipeline
Bulgaria's prime minister said both Bulgarian and Romanian authorities had failed to pick up the drone as it made its way through their respective airspace.
Latest news bulletin | August 8th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
US intends to send $1 billion in aid to Colombia following de la Espriella's inauguration
US President Donald Trump has been highly complementary of de la Espriella, calling him a "smart, strong, and tough leader."
Rome-Madrid row: how Spain checks travellers arriving from Italy
Spain has introduced border checks for travellers arriving from Italy after Rome's measures over the Ceuta crisis, from IDs to trips with children and pets.
Wildfire smoke poses growing risk to pregnant women as climate change worsens, US study finds
Wildfire smoke is emerging as a growing threat to pregnant women, with new research suggesting that climate-driven fires are exposing more expectant mothers to harmful air pollution even as conventional sources of pollution decline.
Low Danube water reveals Wehrmacht motorbike on riverbed
Record low water levels on the Danube in Budapest have revealed a spectacular find: a near-intact Wehrmacht motorbike from the Second World War, hidden for decades in the mud alongside other munitions.
Russian attacks on Kyiv region kill three, including a child
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine shared images on social media showing blazes ravaging what appeared to be warehouses and garages.
Porto Santo travel guide: Escape to one of Europe’s most underrated islands
Just a short ferry ride from Madeira, Porto Santo has long lived in its bigger neighbour’s shadow. But, with nine kilometres of golden sand, otherworldly dunes and a laidback pace of life, this tiny Portuguese island might just be Europe’s next big holiday hotspot.
Latest news bulletin | August 8th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Batteries can save Europe’s solar and wind power from being wasted. But are they a blackout risk?
A new report claims that the battery boom could trigger power outages, but experts say the risk is ‘tiny’.
Amanda Knox takes her story to the Edinburgh Fringe reigniting old wounds
Nearly two decades after the murder of British student Meredith Kercher in Italy, Amanda Knox is taking to the stage at the Edinburgh Fringe with a one-woman comedy show inspired by her own experience.
Kidnapped rare Serbian eagle freed into wild after rescue
Feliks the eagle was abducted as he first flew the nest in Serbia and wound up in the Middle East with poachers who demanded a ransom.
US appeals court orders halt to Trump ballroom construction without congressional approval
The US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit, which had allowed construction to continue while it considered the case, agreed with a lower court that such a massive White House overhaul required the explicit consent of Congress.
US Senate approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill targeting energy income
The package would impose sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, financial institutions and the so-called shadow fleet used to evade restrictions on Moscow's oil exports. It would also allow President Donald Trump to set tariffs of up to 500% on Russian imports, including
The great Infantino divide: Who is for and against the controversial FIFA chief?
The Norwegian Football Association has called for Infantino to resign while Mexico and Argentina have come out in support of the beleaguered FIFA boss.