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Germany's small islands: nature and slow living almost on your doorstep
When Germans talk about islands, many think of Sylt, Rügen or Usedom. Yet beyond these classics lie small islands ideal for short breaks, offering peace, nature and unique landscapes far from crowds.
Hamburg celebrates Pride with increased security one week after deadly Berlin attack
The Hamburg event's motto this time is “Queer in solidarity. Take a stand — for a future without fear.”
Wildfires in Europe: blazes continue to spread in France and Greece
A wildfire in Provence continues spreading despite emergency services keeping it from nearby towns. Meanwhile, 400 firefighters battle winds-fueled fires threatening a coastal resort in Greece.
Find in German cave: 40,000-year-old mammoth ivory bird figures discovered
During excavations in the Hohle Fels cave, archaeologists uncovered two bird figurines carved from mammoth ivory, hinting at humans’ striking artistic sense 40,000 years ago.
Mountaineer Nirmal Purja killed with all members of expedition in Pakistan avalanche
Renowned mountaineer Nirmal Purja died with other team members in a powerful avalanche in Pakistan, his climbing company confirmed on Saturday, after rescuers recovered the remains of three climbers from the 10-strong expedition during a high-altitude search.
'Not a single person reached mainland Spain or the rest of the EU', says von der Leyen
After around 60,000 irregular migrants entered the Ceuta Spanish enclave in North Africa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said this Saturday that "the vast majority of those who arrived illegally have returned to Morocco."
22 EU leaders call for emergency talks over Ceuta migrant crisis
The letter came as Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez hit out at some EU members over their response to the crisis.
Situation in Ceuta 'almost entirely reversed' as death toll climbs to 67, Spain says
Under the watch of Spanish soldiers and police, the last remaining young migrants continued crossing back over the border to Morocco on Saturday morning.
Lithuania moves to tighten curbs on pro-Kremlin Russian and Belarusian figures
Lithuania plans tougher restrictions on pro-Kremlin Russian and Belarusian nationals, including bans on public activities and tighter limits on buying property near sensitive sites, citing national security and anti-propaganda concerns.
Sánchez slams Europe's lack of solidarity over Ceuta in letter to von der Leyen
In a letter, Sánchez laments what he describes as a lack of EU solidarity driven by "prejudice, misinformation and attacks" for political gain.
Spain attacks 'selfish' response of some EU countries to Ceuta migrant crossings
Italy has temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called scenes in Ceuta "shocking".
Latest news bulletin | August 1st, 2026 – Midday
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Uefa has 'lost confidence' in Infantino's Fifa leadership
The governing body of European football says Fifa president Gianni Infantino has "failed to deliver" on promises he made when elected 10 years ago.
Ceuta migrant crisis sparks strong reactions from all over Europe
"We will not yield an inch", "a failure of EU's migration policies", "demagoguery": the migrant crisis in Ceuta has sparked strong reactions from EU countries and political figures. Some are calling for Spain's suspension from the Schengen zone, others call these "instrumental
Two reported attacks on tankers near Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, is one of the world's most crucial oil and gas transit chokepoints, carrying roughly a quarter of the global seaborne oil trade.
Could the EU kick Spain out of the Schengen area over the Ceuta crisis?
Italy reintroduced air and maritime border controls, while Finland and Denmark ask for full suspension of the free-movement rules for Spain. The European Commission has to trigger the procedure, a move which does not appear imminent.
Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv kill nine and injure more than 30
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian forces launched 35 missiles, including 27 ballistic missiles, and 185 attack drones at Ukraine overnight.
Nine killed in strikes on Kyiv, as Ukraine sinks Russian container ship
The attack comes as Moscow escalates deadly ballistic missile attacks on the Ukrainian capital.
FIFA bins controversial private investment plan after backlash
"The current FIFA leadership has not only lost UEFA’s confidence but also that of many other members of the football family," UEFA said in a statement responding to FIFA's announcement.
Mysterious DNA: two unknown ancestors found in human genome
The human family tree is gaining new branches. Researchers have found in modern humans' DNA signs of two previously unknown ancestors – extinct human forms with no fossils or decoded DNA, yet they have left traces in our genome.
US Senate bill on Russia sanctions risks backfiring against European allies
A sanctions bill making its way through the US Senate risks handing Donald Trump a powerful tool to slap tariffs on allies and adversaries alike.
Tongue tied: Humans once spoke tens of thousands of languages, so what happened?
According to a study published in the journal Science, today's spoken languages are the legacy of a handful that survived a major "language bottleneck" in the past.
‘Not in my basement’: Why has Germany been so slow to adopt smart meters and what’s it costing?
Only around five per cent of German households have a smart meter – compared to almost universal rollout in many other EU nations.
Latest news bulletin | August 1st, 2026 – Morning
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Danube dries in heat: skeleton of giant mammoth uncovered in Bulgaria
Record-low water levels have exposed the bones of a large mammoth in the riverbed near the village of Ryahovo in Bulgaria. Experts believe it is a woolly mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius).
Ice cream economics: How long do you have to work for one scoop?
In an indicative comparison of prices in 10 European countries, Euronews found that affording a scoop of ice cream required the most working time in Greece — nearly three times as much as in Germany.
Scenic, secluded and stress-free: These are Europe’s best islands for a road trip
Whether you're chasing dramatic scenery, searching for solitude or looking for a calming adventure, here are the top recommendations.
Wildfires: Var department once again facing the flames
Fanned by the mistral and extreme heat, the blaze swept through 1,000 hectares in six hours; 2,500 people were evacuated near the Gros Bessillon massif and the village of Correns is now completely cut off.
Earthquake strikes volcanic area near Naples, injuring 21 people and causing extensive damage
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck the Phlegraean Fields, a volcanic area near Naples in southern Italy, injuring 21 people and damaging buildings and churches.
Spain's legal dilemma behind Ceuta's record migrant arrivals
Ceuta is facing its worst migration crisis since 2021, with its reception centre overflowing and facilities for unaccompanied minors operating at 1,600% of capacity.
Influx of migrants to Ceuta gives Spain diplomatic headache
The incident has sparked concern in Europe while Spain also faces a challenge in balancing its relations with neighbouring Morocco and Algeria.
Inside Ceuta: Residents face fear and uncertainty as migrant numbers soar; bread is scarce, shops are closed
Most shops are shut, bread is scarce, and local festivities have been cancelled after tens of thousands of migrants arrived from Morocco. Residents and local authorities describe growing fear and uncertainty as returns continue.
What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?
An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.
Wildfire breaks out near Athens, prompting evacuation alerts
The fire broke out at around 3:30 p.m. on Friday on the slopes of Mount Poikilo, in the Aspropyrgos area, west of Athens.
Migrants in Ceuta cannot move to other countries, EU says
The European Commission says migrants who entered the Spanish enclave irregularly will not reach mainland Europe, as EU countries call for Spain’s suspension from Schengen over border-control failures.
Liberia sacks officials after record cocaine seizures worth $336 million
The drug busts have intensified scrutiny of Liberia's narcotics problem, with social media users, political commentators and local media calling for greater accountability from public officials and swift progress in the investigation.
One dead, five missing after a building collapses in Italy
The body found after the collapse of a two-storey building near Messina is believed to be that of a local businessman. Five people remain missing.