Argentina’s first solar train runs on batteries charged by the Andean sun
The Tren Solar de la Quebrada can run nearly double its current length on solar power alone.
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Latest news bulletin | September 20th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
The cost of having a baby in Europe: Where are essentials cheapest?
Baby essentials can cost significantly more in some European countries than others. And when measured against average wages, the cost of nappies, feeding and clothing can place a heavy financial burden on parents.
All the direct flight routes from Europe to Central and South America
With tourism numbers up 37% in Brazil and 24% in Guyana, more and more travellers are heading to Central and South America.
Dutch police clash with hundreds of far-right protesters at anti-immigration rally
Dutch riot police clashed with around 500 far-right protesters in The Hague during an anti-immigration rally. Police used water cannons and dogs after demonstrators threw fireworks and performed Nazi salutes.
Tense Berlin election finale: who is to emerge strongest in the capital?
The Left and the CDU are vying for first place, with the AfD and the Greens trailing and the SPD suffering heavy losses. An overview of parties, leading candidates, key issues and possible coalitions.
Police clash with far-right protesters at anti-immigration rally in The Hague
Dutch police clashed with around 500 far-right protesters during a rally against immigration and asylum policies in The Hague.
Germany's defence chief Carsten Breuer chosen to head NATO military committee
Germany’s defence chief Carsten Breuer was elected as the next chair of NATO’s Military Committee. He will take office in July 2027 for a three-year term, serving as the alliance’s top military adviser.
Latest news bulletin | September 19th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
A ticking 'mercury bomb'? Ancient Nazi U-boat lies off Norway
Off the Norwegian island of Fedje lies a German WWII submarine believed to contain a huge load of mercury. Underwater footage shows the state of the wreck today and why salvaging it has become a race against time.
Yemen’s Houthis claim strikes on Riyadh and the port of Yanbu
Yemen’s Houthis claimed strikes on Riyadh and Yanbu after Saudi Arabia issued alerts over a “hostile aerial threat”. Black smoke was seen at Riyadh airport, but authorities reported no casualties or damage.
Contrast in Tehran as unveiled women race marathon alongside regime military display
Tehran split into two worlds: unveiled women ran openly in a city marathon while state forces paraded machine guns nearby. The striking contrast exposes a deeply divided capital, caught between defiance and regime mobilisation amid rising warfare.
The keg is tapped: Munich springs to life as Oktoberfest returns
Munich is once again in its own special “state of emergency”: for 16 days, the Theresienwiese becomes a mix of a traditional Bavarian costume catwalk, funfair, beer garden and open-air stage, as Bavaria’s capital celebrates the return of Oktoberfest.
Thousands of migrants return to beaches in Ceuta after new port facility runs out of space
Police had struggled to maintain order as people fought to secure a spot at the new site on Friday after weeks of living on the beaches and streets.
UN condemns 'shocking pattern' of sexual violence by Russian troops in Ukraine
Russia was added in May to the UN Secretary-General's list of countries credibly suspected of committing sexual violence in conflict — codified into international law decades ago as war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Russian attacks on Ukraine kill at least 11 and injure dozens over past 24 hours
The Ukrainian air force reported that Russian forces had fired two “Zircon” missiles as well as 174 drones at Ukraine overnight.