Hundreds of migrants are swimming from Morocco to the Spanish territory of Ceuta
While good weather usually brings a surge in migrant crossings by sea in the summer, Ceuta authorities said the current number of swimmers is unusual.
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Three firefighters die battling wildfires in Greece
Around 2,000 tourists are being evacuated from Agia Galini as wildfires force further evacuations across southern Rethymno,
US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as three policymakers back hike
The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady on Wednesday despite persistently high inflation and an Iran war-driven surge in energy prices.
Europe’s biggest debates on The Ring - EU’s security… at what cost?
As parliamentary activity pauses for the summer recess, we look back at some of the debates of the season. This special edition revisits some of the most pressing questions facing the EU: how should Europe defend itself in an unstable world, and how should it respond to
More than half of England 'officially in drought', UK Environment agency says
"Rivers are running low, farmers are having to harvest crops early, wildfire risk is increasing, and millions of people are living under restrictions on water use," the UK Environment Agency said in its announcement.
Pro-Russian propagandist Xenia Fedorova faces expulsion from France
In 2017, French President Emmanuel Macron implied that Fedorova was not a journalist. Asked again in June, Macron said his opinion of her remained unchanged.
Trump asks Supreme Court to overturn €71 million defamation award in sexual assault case
The appeal was filed electronically and is expected to be formally docketed with the court later on Wednesday.
Italy moves to ban horse-drawn tourist carriages in Rome and other art cities
On Wednesday afternoon Italy’s Chamber of Deputies saw the introduction of a bill which, if passed, would ban "botticelle", the traditional horse-drawn tourist carriages, especially common in Rome.
【Remembering History】Thailand's 'death railway' prepares to apply for World Heritage Status
The 48th session of the World Heritage Committee was recently held in South Korea. The meeting reviewed 30 new World Heritage nominations and assessed the conservation status of 147 existing sites, marking a significant milestone in the global World Heritage nomination process
Portugal: Air France-KLM and Lufthansa submit binding bids to buy TAP
The government is now expected to receive the report within 30 days and may ask investors to submit an improved final bid.
EU state aid rules enable social support and investments, new Commission guidance shows
New guidance from the European Commission shows how state aid rules allow EU member states to provide social support and social investment. This guidance assists member states in designing state aid measures for social support and social investment, as set out in the Clean
UEFA slams FIFA over Infantino's deadline for World Cup stake sale
The clash between FIFA and UEFA has intensified after European football's governing body issued a fresh rebuke over plans to sell a stake in the World Cup. UEFA will hold an emergency meeting to discuss its next steps.
Latest news bulletin | July 29th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 29th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
EU grows impatient over Italy's hesitancy on €14.9bn defence loan
Italy hasn't decided how much of its €14.9bn SAFE defence loan it will use, as several domestic considerations affect the calculus. But Brussels and other member states are growing impatient to reallocate any unspent funds within the legal deadlines.
Houthis to copy Iran's Hormuz playbook with Red Sea toll plan
Yemen's information minister said intelligence confirmed IRGC advisers were directly involved in designing a Houthi-enforced toll system for the Bab el-Mandeb, mirroring Iran's contested claim to charge fees in the Strait of Hormuz.
Wind and solar overtake fossil fuels in Germany – but negative electricity prices still rife
Despite several setbacks to electrification, Germany is expected to phase out coal much faster than originally planned.
Iran rejects Hormuz deal and launches surprise strike on US forces in Jordan
Tehran rejected an Omani proposal to divide the strait equally and declared Hormuz would "never return to its prewar situation," hours before the IRGC launched multiple ballistic missiles at US forces in Jordan in what CENTCOM called an attempted surprise attack.
FIFA's plan to sell World Cup to private investors met with shock and anger by the world of football
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has written to all 211 member associations, offering each $40 million (€35 million) if they back his controversial plan to sell stakes in the governing body's major competitions.
Los Angeles hospital transformed into immersive art exhibition
The 'Hospital of Emotions' transforms a former Los Angeles hospital into an immersive art exhibition exploring grief, resilience and personal memories.
Wildfire smoke: A health emergency beyond the flames, WHO warns
Wildfire smoke from southern Europe's fires is a growing health emergency, WHO warns, and public health authorities need to do more to inform and protect the most vulnerable.
F1 says Qatar and Abu Dhabi races remain on despite war contingency plans
The world's top racing competition said the final two races of the 2026 season remain on track, but a mid-September review will determine whether the championship concludes in Europe instead.
Did a Canadian intern of Chinese origin spy on NATO? Euronews explains
A Canadian intern at NATO’s top military base has been accused of spying for a foreign power. The case has exposed major questions over foreign interference at one of the Alliance’s most sensitive headquarters.
Ireland unveils blueprint to electrify economy by 2050
Dublin's plan takes into account a surge in electricity demand over the coming decades, driven by electric vehicles, industry and rapidly expanding data centres, which will place growing pressure on the national grid.
EU coordinates wildfire aid for France and Spain amid warnings heatwave could spread
Brussels is managing resource reallocations across 37 participating nations, deploying planes, helicopters, and ground units to France and Spain. Officials warn that intensifying heatwaves could soon spread major blazes into Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
French wildfires affect 40,000 businesses as disruption spreads
Around 200,000 jobs are connected to businesses affected by the Gironde fires, while the region’s tourism industry and electricity network face mounting pressure.
France veterinary team treats pets of wildfire evacuees
A French veterinary team in Bordeaux is caring for pets of Gironde wildfire evacuees, providing food, treatment and support while families await their return home.
Archaeologists find oldest library in Iberian Peninsula in Puente Genil
Room 10 at Fuente Álamo, a Roman archaeological site, may have been remodelled in the 4th century AD as a library in what was once seen as a mithraeum, a sanctuary to the god Mithras.
Oscar winning Irish musician and actor Glen Hansard dies aged 56 following motorcycle crash
The singer and actor is fondly remembered as the frontman of The Frames, his solo albums, and for his roles in films ‘The Commitments’ and ‘Once’.
How Kazakhstan's summer festivals are making it Central Asia's creative hub
From ancient nomadic traditions to contemporary music festivals, Kazakhstan is transforming destinations across the country into stages for massive cultural events.
Grand Voyager | Exploring Edinburgh and Scotland
Scotland is a land of ancient castles, proud traditions and famous stories. In this episode of Grand Voyager, Lilly Douse journeys through a country steeped in history.
Bulgarian childcare scheme helps parents back to work by hiring jobseekers
An EU-backed Bulgarian scheme solves two problems at once: finding trusted childcare for working parents, and jobs for the unemployed.
UN chief Guterres to convene new talks on ending Cyprus' decades-long division
The UN-Secretary General did not announce a timeline for the talks, and insisted that it would depend on "adequate preparation" and progress in matters such as confidence-building measures.
Two firefighters die in Crete as wildfires threaten parts of southern Europe
Gale-force winds have whipped up the flames prompting the evacuation of several villages on the island, as parts of the continent also continue to tackle fires.
As the West mulls slowing AI down, will China follow suit or pull ahead?
Employees at OpenAI, Anthropic and other top labs want Washington to help pace the AI race. China has spent the year closing the gap, building a rival governance body and betting on open-source models instead.
Gaza residents flee before Israeli strike hits mosque area
Israeli strikes hit Gaza City and Deir al-Balah after an evacuation warning, with footage showing explosions, flames and smoke rising into the night sky.
"He politicises his stance": X, a turning point in Bernard Arnault's communication
The LVMH chief has joined X to hit back at Le Monde after its lengthy probe into his empire and private life, breaking with the media shyness that long defined Bernard Arnault.
Evacuees return in Spain and French wildfires stabilise, though heatwave keeps authorities on alert
The wildfires that swept across Spain and France are among the largest the two countries have experienced in recent history.
'Hands off our game': EU slams FIFA for selling a stake in the World Cup
EU Commissioner for Sport Glenn Micallef backs the European Football Association in criticising the plan, which involves Trump’s affinal relative Joshua Kushner, while European countries are reportedly weighing a boycott.
Who started the fire? Inside Europe's arson intelligence gap
Europe has built advanced systems to detect wildfires and coordinate emergency response. Still, there is no common picture of who starts deliberate fires or why, as arson remains a fragmented national matter.
Spain mints second star: the coin marking 2026 World Cup triumph
Spain's Royal Mint is issuing a 5-euro silver coin to commemorate the world title won on 19 July in New Jersey, as part of the official 2026 World Cup numismatic programme.
By royal command: Spain mints new euro coin to mark World Cup football success
Spain's Royal Mint will issue a 5‑euro silver coin in honour of the men's foootball team winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New Jersey earlier this month.
Nobu to launch new hotel, restaurant and residences in Portugal’s Algarve region
With its second destination in Portugal, the Nobu hospitality brand will introduce a new hotel, restaurant and residential offerings at the Monte Rei resort in the eastern Algarve region. The first guests are expected to be welcomed in 2029.
Iraq eyes supplying Turkey with 1 million oil barrels a day amid Hormuz crisis
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Zeydi visited Ankara for his first talks with Erdoğan since taking office, offering to supply Turkey with 1 million barrels of oil per day as Ankara seeks to reduce its dependence on disrupted Gulf routes.
BMW plans to cut around 8,000 jobs in major cost-saving drive
The German carmaker has agreed a voluntary redundancy programme targeting administrative and development roles, while ruling out compulsory redundancies and cuts to production jobs, according to media reports.
DJ Guetta leads tributes to electronic musician Kavinsky who has died
He had a hit with Nightfall, which featured on the Drive soundtrack and at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
DP World opens its first multi-client warehousing facility in Saudi Arabia
DP World has started operations at its first multi-client third-party logistics (3PL) warehouse in Saudi Arabia, expanding integrated warehousing and distribution capacity for businesses serving the Kingdom's growing consumer and industrial sectors. Located in Riyadh's Al
Navas del Rey residents return after Spain wildfire evacuation
Residents returned to Navas del Rey after Spain's wildfires, finding burned homes and scorched gardens as firefighters continued battling nearby blazes.
DJ Kavinsky, known for his track 'Nightcall', found dead at his Paris home
A key figure of the French touch house scene, Kavinsky wrote "Nightcall", the track made famous by the film 'Drive', performed at the Paris 2024 Olympic closing ceremony alongside Angèle and Phoenix.
Porsche profit jumps 34% despite China slump and falling sales
Porsche maintained its full-year guidance as cost-cutting and stronger 911 sales lifted profit, despite a 32% fall in Chinese deliveries and plans to eliminate thousands of jobs by 2035.
Syria hunts down suspects in March coastal attacks, dismantles IS cells in Aleppo
Security forces lured a militia commander accused of leading one of the March 2025 assault units into an ambush near Jableh, killing him and a second suspect in an exchange of fire. IS cells were separately dismantled in Aleppo and al-Bab.