George and Amal Clooney forced to evacuate French home in Brignoles due to wildfires
As wildfires continue to ravage parts of southern Europe, the celebrity couple say they have “no idea” whether their French property will survive.
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Seven dead after helicopter crashes during firefighting mission in Argentina
Seven people, including four senior officials from San Juan, were killed when a Bell 412 helicopter crashed during wildfire training en route to La Rioja.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% despite inflation risks
Although UK inflation fell in June, the Bank of England held interest rates steady as renewed conflict in the Middle East and volatile energy prices clouded the outlook.
Crete wildfire kills two firefighters as fierce flames spread in Greece
Wildfires continue to burn across Crete, Greece, where two firefighters died as strong winds fuelled the blaze and aircraft joined rescue efforts.
In Sudan's war, the UN weighs one side's alleged backers and overlooks the other's altogether
When a draft of the United Nations Panel of Experts on Sudan reached Reuters on 29 July, its preliminary findings were partially revealed. Reuters reported that the report traced Boeing 727 aircraft and a Chadian air corridor moving fighters, drones and weapons to the Rapid
'Crude language of MAGA’: Author Joyce Carol Oates defends 'The Odyssey' after translator's scathing review
The cultural debate over Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ continues, with Pulitzer Prize-finalist Joyce Carol Oates defending the film following a scathing review by translator Emily Wilson, who wrote that the film had “nothing convincing to say.”
EU expected to probe Balkan construction material imports over suspected Chinese tariff-dodging
There are growing suspicions that certain open mesh fabrics are being made with Chinese glass fibre already hit by EU anti-dumping and anti-subsidy duties for unfair pricing and state support.
Canadian intern of Chinese origin appeals Belgian pre-trial detention regarding spy charge
A Canadian national of Chinese origin has lodged an appeal against one-month pre-trial detention after being arrested last week on suspicion of spying for a third country while serving as an intern at a major NATO hub in Belgium.
The power struggle: The challenges for European battery producers to compete on a global stage
The European electric vehicle industry is developing at pace, and to make this possible, countries in the region are keen to develop as much of the technology locally as possible. This is why investment into locally produced battery technology has been so extensive in recent
Which European airports have the most direct flight connections?
Serving 294 destinations, Türkiye’s Istanbul Airport came out on top, followed by Paris Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam Schiphol.
Europe’s fastest-growing economies in Q2 2026: Who led and who lagged?
Eurozone GDP delivered a better-than-expected performance in the second quarter of 2026. But beneath the headline, Europe’s growth story looks increasingly uneven across member states.
Latest news bulletin | July 30th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
How the heatwave is taking a toll on European industry as key waterways run low
Prolonged low water levels have forced several European industries, including oil refining, nuclear power and chemicals, to reduce output because of raw-material and cooling-water shortages.
EU opens call for seven 'gigafactories' to train next-generation AI technologies
With concerns about digital dependency growing fast, the European Commission is pursuing "sovereign" AI infrastructure to become operational by mid-2028.
Cuba tourism crisis: An industry brought to ‘almost total paralysis’
Cuba’s tourism industry has been hit hard by US sanctions and fuel shortages, with nearly three-quarters of hotels now closed on the island.
Drone hits US LNG vessel at Damietta in first attack on Egyptian soil
Preliminary investigations showed a drone strike caused a fire to break out on two ships at Damietta port on the Mediterranean on Wednesday, authorities in Cairo said. No side has taken responsibility at this time.
Four migrants die trying to cross Channel from France to Britain
A boat sank late Wednesday off the coast of France near Hardelot. Four people were found dead, French authorities report.
Poland says unidentified object crashed into its territory amid overnight Russian attacks on western Ukraine
Poland says the unidentified object, aimed at western Ukrainian territory, violated Polish airspace and territory after missing its target, crashing near the eastern city of Lublin, causing an explosion and leaving behind a 10-metre wide crater.
Thousands evacuated in Crete as European wildfires continue to rage
Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.
Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian - Polish PM
The missile left a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine.
Spain inflation rises to 3.5% in July on fuel and electricity prices
Rising fuel and electricity prices push inflation up to 3.5% in July, while core inflation also edges up by 0.1 points.
Microsoft posts record profit as shares surge 10%, while Meta disappoints
Microsoft reported record quarterly profit and forecast accelerating Azure growth, while Meta’s profit and margins were hit by severance costs and legal expenses.
The world’s top 10 cities for street food have been revealed
Surprisingly, Europe dominates the top 10 list, with Paris claiming the number one spot for its street food options.
Hundreds evacuated as wildfires sweep Turkey's western and southern coasts
Active fires in Antalya's Kaş district and Muğla province forced evacuations and highway closures as extreme heat fanned blazes across six provinces.
Wildfires near Bordeaux bring more troubles to France’s struggling wine industry
A massive wildfire has been raging across the Bordeaux region for almost a week now, impacting the tourist season. These forest fires are emitting toxic smoke with harmful effects on all living beings, including the vineyards.
FIFA opens disciplinary cases against Argentina for World Cup final scuffle and 'Malvinas' banner
Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes faces three charges of assault in the post-game clashes after Spain’s 1-0 win on July 19, defender Nahuel Molina faces two charges and coach Roberto Ayala one.
K-pop giants BTS boycott 2027 Grammys after introduction of controversial new Asian pop prize
BTS, the best-selling musical act in South Korean history, will sit out the Grammy Awards next year. Their announcement is linked to a new Grammy category which fans have criticised as being an example of non-English language acts being "gatekept out of the main/general
China lodges complaint after New Zealand foreign minister tells MP to ‘go back to your own country’
China's ambassador made a rare intervention after New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters refused to back down over remarks he made in parliament to Chinese-born MP Lawrence Xu-Nan.
‘Lost forever’: What does the future look like for a Mediterranean flooded with invasive species?
Scientists have designated the Mediterranean as a climate change “hot spot” – and warming waters are bringing aggressive new alien species.
What are the deadliest countries for driving in Europe?
As holidaygoers hit the road for a summer break, three Eastern European countries and several popular tourist hubs are among the deadliest places to drive in Europe.
Heat boosts Vibrio and other bacteria: How to avoid infections at the beach, pool or sea
Heat and rising water temperatures increase the risk of infections such as vibriosis, swimmer's ear and gastroenteritis. These are experts' recommendations to prevent them.
Amy Winehouse’s father ordered to pay nearly £1million to her friends
Mitch Winehouse "knowingly and deliberately" made unfounded allegations against two of Amy Winehouse's friends, according to the judge.
France migrants board overloaded boat for UK Channel crossing
Migrants including families with children board an overloaded boat in Gravelines, northern France, attempting to cross the English Channel to the UK.
The EU sends planes and firefighters as wildfires ravage France and Spain
The EU has deployed assistance to both France and Spain under the EU Civil Protection Mechanism as ongoing wildfires have triggered one of the biggest evacuation operations in Europe, displacing more than 300,000 people in France and Spain. In France, the EU has deployed seven
New EMN-OECD joint study examines skills matching policies and instruments for third country nationals
A new EMN and OECD joint study, ˋFostering sustainable labour market integration of third-country nationals: skills matching policies and instruments´ has been published. Overview A new EMN-OECD study examines how third-country nationals in EMN Member Countries face skills
Here's the salary you need to afford a €1 million home across Europe
A third of the average gross salary is not enough to cover the monthly mortgage of almost €3,600 for a €1 million home anywhere in the EU. Luxembourg comes closest, although buyers still need 1.6 times the average salary.
Zelenskyy warns of missile defence shortage after Russian strikes kill eight in Ukraine
Russia launched a deadly wave of missiles and drones across Ukraine, while an unidentified object believed to be a missile entered Polish airspace before disappearing from radar.
Wildfires in Greece: blaze out of control in Rethymno, Crete
Over 220 firefighters are battling a blaze in southern Crete, whilst strong winds are hampering aerial water drops. The funerals of the two firefighters who lost their lives yesterday are taking place on Thursday. In Plomari, Lesbos, the fires are continuing to flare up.
Know your EU passenger rights before you travel
All packed, and ready to go? For those of you heading off on a summer break soon, we hope your travel plans don’t go wrong, but if they do, you should know that EU travel rules protect you in many situations. Whether your flight is cancelled, your train delayed or your luggage
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' - Spidey to the MCU's rescue?
It’s been a rough five years for the world’s biggest movie franchise. The MCU has delivered more misses than hits in its post-'Endgame' era, and now relies on everyone's favourite wall-crawler to save the day.
Three children among eight dead in Russian strikes on Ukraine, officials say
A six-year-old girl and two boys, aged 11 and 17, were among six killed in a village near the central city of Kryvyi Rih.
INEM helicopters over Portugal ready to take off in three minutes
In Portugal, INEM medical helicopters stand ready, taking off in under five minutes to reach remote areas where every second can mean life or death.
French teenager fined in Singapore for viral straw-licking prank
A French teenager was fined in Singapore Thursday after pleading guilty to a public nuisance charge for a straw-licking stunt that landed him in hot water in the city-state.
Germany heatwave sees Cologne residents cool off in mist
Residents cool off in public sprinklers across Cologne, Germany, as temperatures near 35C, while low Rhine water levels reflect the impact of dry summer weather.
'Europe is burning' say MEPs
MEPs have called on the EU to “urgently implement a European heatwave action plan”. This comes as extreme heat and wildfires hit large parts of Europe, forcing evacuations and putting lives at risk. The appeal was made this week by the Greens/EFA Group to the European
Samsung profit jumps 1,814% as South Korean tech giants benefit from global AI boom
Operating profit at Samsung’s semiconductor division rose to more than 220 times its year-earlier level. However, the company warned that memory chip shortages could worsen next year as AI infrastructure expands rapidly.
What happens to your private messages under ‘Chat Control’?
Your private message may remain encrypted and unreadable to the platform carrying it, or be scanned by automated tools before reaching its recipient. This divide sits at the heart of the EU’s Chat Control debate and combating child exploitation online without undermining
MEPs hope for more 'results-oriented dialogue' with China
MEPs have stressed China’s "crucial role" in international affairs. But they also raised "continued concerns" over the human rights situation in China. These were among the messages to emerge after a delegation of the European Parliament Committee on Foreign Affairs, led by its
Fifa could receive first external money in October
Fifa could bank first lot of private World Cup cash by end of October as European football's governing body Uefa will hold a meeting of all 55 member associations on Thursday afternoon to discuss its response to controversial World Cup plans.
'Tell me, South': Life in Lebanon explored through voices, photographs and memories
While south Lebanon is still reeling from a war that has left deep scars on people and places, a new exhibition "Tell me, South" explores local emotions and feelings through people's images, memories and letters.