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Latest news bulletin | August 9th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 9th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Harvesting rainwater from rooftops could cut the number of heatwave days and reduce air con reliance
“Harvesting rainwater from roofs and using it strategically for cooling could provide a practical way to reduce both energy demand and urban temperatures.”
Two drones spottled flying over military base in the western part of the country, German armed forces say
The incident comes just days after a drone carrying explosives was found on the tarmac at Germany’s Leipzig-Halle airport, near a Ukrainian Antonov Airlines cargo plane.
Wedding at Funchal cathedral, but not Cristiano and Georgina's, to the disappointment of hundreds
As British tabloids keep spinning stories about when and where Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez are getting married, fans are ever keener to catch a glimpse of a ceremony that keeps proving elusive.
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.
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.
Ukrainian drone explodes near border between Romania and Bulgaria, Kyiv promises inquiry
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.