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.
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Unidentified drone explodes in Bulgaria, close to major gas pipeline
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.
Porto Santo travel guide: Escape to one of Europe’s most underrated islands
Just a short ferry ride from Madeira, Porto Santo has long lived in its bigger neighbour’s shadow. But, with nine kilometres of golden sand, otherworldly dunes and a laidback pace of life, this tiny Portuguese island might just be Europe’s next big holiday hotspot.
Latest news bulletin | August 8th, 2026 – Morning
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Batteries can save Europe’s solar and wind power from being wasted. But are they a blackout risk?
A new report claims that the battery boom could trigger power outages, but experts say the risk is ‘tiny’.
Amanda Knox takes her story to the Edinburgh Fringe reigniting old wounds
Nearly two decades after the murder of British student Meredith Kercher in Italy, Amanda Knox is taking to the stage at the Edinburgh Fringe with a one-woman comedy show inspired by her own experience.
Kidnapped rare Serbian eagle freed into wild after rescue
Feliks the eagle was abducted as he first flew the nest in Serbia and wound up in the Middle East with poachers who demanded a ransom.
US appeals court orders halt to Trump ballroom construction without congressional approval
The US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit, which had allowed construction to continue while it considered the case, agreed with a lower court that such a massive White House overhaul required the explicit consent of Congress.
US Senate approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill targeting energy income
The package would impose sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, financial institutions and the so-called shadow fleet used to evade restrictions on Moscow's oil exports. It would also allow President Donald Trump to set tariffs of up to 500% on Russian imports, including
The great Infantino divide: Who is for and against the controversial FIFA chief?
The Norwegian Football Association has called for Infantino to resign while Mexico and Argentina have come out in support of the beleaguered FIFA boss.
Paris: nearly 100,000 signatures against new National Assembly pavilion
Plans for a new reception pavilion at the National Assembly face strong opposition, with a petition nearing 100,000 signatures after Paris Council backed relaxed planning rules around the Palais-Bourbon.
Paris: nearly 100,000 sign petition against new National Assembly pavilion
Plans for a new reception pavilion at the National Assembly are facing strong opposition, with a petition nearing 100,000 signatures after the Paris Council backed changes to planning rules around the Palais-Bourbon.
Paris: nearly 100,000 sign against new National Assembly pavilion
Plans for a reception pavilion at the National Assembly face backlash, with a petition nearing 100,000 signatures after Paris Council backed changes to planning rules near the Palais-Bourbon.
Spanish police arrest 78 people in bust of 'one of largest' smuggling networks
The group moved synthetic drugs from Spain to Algeria, then used the return journey to smuggle migrants and weapons.
Latest news bulletin | August 7th, 2026 – Evening
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Household income plunges in Greece, Austria despite overall OECD growth
New OECD data shows a widening gap between economic growth and household prosperity, with Greece and Austria bearing the sharpest falls in real income.
Spain imposes border controls against Italy as row over Ceuta migrant influx intensifies
Italy introduced border controls following an influx of about 78,000 migrants from Morocco into the neighbouring Spanish exclave of Ceuta.
Forget Venice and Amsterdam: Beat the crowds in Europe’s best alternative canal cities
As Venice and Amsterdam suffer mass tourism, here’s our guide to the lesser-visited cities in Europe which pride themselves on their waterways.
Exclusive: Euronews ‘extremist’ label is Lukashenka’s revenge, Tsikhanouskaya said
Exclusive: Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya said Belarus’ “extremist” label for Euronews shows the Lukashenka regime is afraid of independent information, and warned that it could put journalists, sources and audiences at risk for seeking or sharing the channel's news.
US employers slash 23,000 jobs amid ongoing Iran war pressure
July's unemployment rate eased slightly to 4.1% from 4.2% in June, as more Americans leave the labour market.
From the Hundred Horse Chestnut to the ancient olive tree: where to see Italy's oldest trees
The ministry has updated the list of monumental trees, adding 82 new specimens: a journey among Italy's oldest green giants, where nature, history and legend meet.
Wildfire burns 100 hectares near Narbonne in France
Canadairs and helicopters battle a wildfire that has burned around 100 hectares in France's Corbières massif near Narbonne after a road accident.
Wildfires continue to rage as Europe swelters under extreme heat
Europe is the world's fastest-warming continent, with temperatures rising at around twice the global average.
Leadership at large global organisations needs to be better - and not just at FIFA
This summer has appeared to bring a season of reckoning for a handful of male leaders at some of the world's most influential organisations, which makes a change from the women beneath the world’s most powerful men being their scapegoats. One man, Karim Khan, the top prosecutor
Deal beyond football: Mohamed Salah at Trabzonspor boosts tourism and Türkiye's economy
With Mohamed Salah joining Trabzonspor, the city expects more visitors, especially Egyptian and Arab fans, reinforcing its status as a destination for tourism and sport.
Could Spain's eclipse fry your phone? Here's how to shoot it safely
Filming Spain's rare eclipse on 12 August? Pointing an unprotected phone camera at the Sun could fry its sensor within minutes.
William Orbit, Grammy-winning British producer for Madonna and Blur, dies aged 69
The British producer was best known for his work on Madonna's 'Ray Of Light' and Blur's '13', as well as several charting hits like All Saints' hit song 'Pure Shores'.
Italy and France announce international meeting on addiction prevention and recovery
Italy and France, co-founders of the European Coalition Against Drugs (ECAD), on Thursday announced an international meeting on prevention and addiction recovery. The summit will be held on 23 October 2026 in Italy.
Why NASA chooses this small Burgos village to broadcast the eclipse
Villalibado, a village brought back to life after decades of abandonment, will host a NASA team broadcasting the 12 August total solar eclipse to a global audience.
Once-abandoned Spanish village becomes NASA's eclipse hotspot
Villalibado, a village brought back to life after decades of abandonment, will host a NASA team broadcasting the 12 August total solar eclipse to a global audience.
Volkswagen’s top stakeholders call for immediate steps to boost competitiveness
As Volkswagen continues to deal with tariff impact and rising competition from Chinese carmakers, taking drastic cost-cutting and strategy steps have become all the more crucial to maintain its market position.
Taiwan tests emergency response with air raid drill
Taiwan holds an air raid drill in Kaohsiung, stopping traffic and guiding residents as authorities test civilian emergency responses.
Denmark tightens rules on secondary school students to prevent AI cheating
The new Danish measures include oral defences for written take-home exams, and monitoring tools for screen-use during in-school written tests.
Trump administration to pay German firm $1.2bn to halt US wind projects
The RWE payout is the latest in a string of deals cancelling wind energy projects, a power source long derided by Trump.
Copenhagen, Normandy, Exmoor: European destinations where tourists are rewarded for good behaviour
Destinations in Europe have been inspired by Copenhagen’s good behaviour rewards with Exmoor the latest to announce the launch of a new scheme.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign defence pact
Pakistan says an attack on any of the three will amount to an attack against all, amid conflict in the Middle East.
Six arrested as fresh anti-immigration protests break out in UK
It comes amid pushback over a government proposal to turn the former military air base RAF Barnham - which sits just outside of Thetford - into accommodation for people seeking asylum in the UK.
From playing games to building rockets: Portugal's Ubbu brings coding to primary school
Just a day before the summer holidays, excitement fills the air at Lisbon's PaRK International School.
Belarus ban of Euronews sparks debate and support for press freedom across Europe
Earlier this week, the Belarusian information ministry placed Euronews’ website on its "Republican List of Extremist Materials," according to Belarus-based media.