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Portuguese man o' wars spread in Spain: what to do if you get stung
The surge in jellyfish along the Cantabrian coast has forced swimming bans on several Basque beaches and prompted health authorities to step up advice on what to do if stung.
Trump administration to pay €1.06 billion to cancel RWE offshore wind leases
US President Donald Trump, long a critic of wind energy, has repeatedly dismissed wind turbines as unsightly and has labelled them an "economic and environmental disaster."
Reports: Spanish authorities concerned over possible Ceuta migrant crossing on 15 August
A report by Spain's Civil Guard said that an active online campaign exists with the potential to mobilise people, but whether it will actually result in a mass crossing, how many people would be involved, and who is behind it all remain unknown.
Budget carrier easyJet confirms €6.6 billion takeover by US private equity firm
EasyJet was founded by British-Cypriot entrepreneur Stelios Haji-Ioannou in 1995 as a no-frills airline offering low-cost fares to destinations across Europe.
Thousands of migrants still in Ceuta after border crisis, local leader says
The Spanish territory's mayor-president also says 100 deaths occurred as a result of 78,000 migrants crossing from neighbouring Morocco.
Alsace farmers turn to pulses to cope with drought
Four farmers in Bas-Rhin have turned to growing pulses to launch their own brand, "Graines d'Alsace", a bet on the future as droughts multiply across Europe.
Belarus designates Euronews’ website as 'extremist' media
Euronews condemns Belarus’ obscure and unilateral decision to designate Euronews’ digital news coverage as “extremist,” a measure which exposes Euronews’ huge audience in Belarus to legal penalties for “storing or distributing” Euronews’ pan-European content.
UEFA may still boycott FIFA events as it says Infantino apology 'changes nothing'
"Yesterday’s announcement that some people employed by the FIFA President (and whose careers depend on his favour) agree with him changes nothing," UEFA said in a statement on Thursday.
Latest news bulletin | August 6th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 6th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory
Ukraine's president says the strikes aim to limit revenues Russia "used to finance" its war.
France to ban unsolicited telemarketing calls from next week
Despite a raft of measures in recent years, cold calls still plague daily life in France. The government has now opted for a tougher crackdown.
'Extreme right-wing' ideology drives surge in referrals to UK anti-terror scheme
According to the Home Office, a Prevent referral is made to police "when there are concerns that a person may be susceptible to radicalisation or could be at risk of becoming involved in or supporting terrorism."
Ceuta mayor tells MEPs migrant 'invasion' left city traumatised, demands immediate deportations
Scenes of tens of thousands of people entering the Spanish enclave from Morocco have reignited the European Union's debate on what to do about people smuggling and trafficking, as well as border security.
From the Crucifixion to pop art: how humanity has painted solar eclipses
From the Nebra Sky Disc to Roy Lichtenstein's pop art, and from Rubens and Ribera to American Howard Russell Butler, the solar eclipse has been depicted in painting for millennia, mixing religious symbolism, scientific curiosity and aesthetic fascination.
Explainer: What is people smuggling – and why are EU rules to fight it still stalled?
European Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner has urged the European Parliament to adopt an anti-people smuggling law in response to the recent migration incident in Ceuta. Critics warn that the proposed legislation could criminalise humanitarian aid.
Great British ‘foodie staycation’ summer: 25.2m get a taste for holidays at home in 2026
According to new research, 25.2 million British adults will enjoy a staycation over the summer months, a 40% increase from 2025, with food tourism playing a key role in holiday planning.
Rome's Spin Time residents sleep outside after fire, amid heatwave
About 400 Spin Time residents sleep outside in Rome after a fire forced their evacuation, with volunteers helping during a heatwave.
Why do so many hit songs sound alike? Meet the 'Gen Alpha melody'
What do Tiesto, Troye Sivan and The Strokes have in common? A Danish musicologist thinks he has the answer.
Afghan man Farhad N. jailed for life for 2025 Munich car-ramming that killed two
The attack was one of several committed by foreign nationals in the run-up to last year's general election that inflamed debate on immigration and security.
Meta launches Muse Code tool amid AI hacking revelations
Meta’s announcement comes shortly after OpenAI and Anthropic also reported that their AI models had breached other companies during testing.
'Distressing' imagery: From 'Ali G' to 'The Mummy' - Which movie posters have been banned since 2000?
Content warning: Some of the movie posters featured in this article are NSFW and can feature images which some may find graphic or distressing.
Man behind deadly Munich car ramming handed life sentence
Farhad N, who is found guilty of killing two and injuring dozens more, will likely not be released from prison.
Europe heatwave puts all major Italian cities on red alert as Austria sets heat record
The current heatwave has exposed vulnerabilities in public health systems, power generation, transportation networks and tourism infrastructure, forcing governments to adapt to more frequent periods of extreme weather.
Older or younger sibling? Birth order may affect health later in life
The order in which children are born may shape their risk of developing dozens of diseases, from autism and allergies to substance abuse.
EU discusses extra financial support for Spain after record Ceuta migrant surge
The European Commission is discussing with Spanish officials fresh financial support to potentially bolster border force and humanitarian assistance as the city of Ceuta grapples with the aftermath of an unprecedented surge of migrant arrivals.
Moment rare Amur tiger is released into Kazakh wild
Kazakhstan released the Amur tiger Umit into the Ile-Balkhash Nature Reserve, marking a key step in a project to restore a wild tiger population to Central Asia for the first time in more than 70 years.
Explosive drone: Why Leipzig/Halle airport keeps becoming a target for sabotage
Leipzig/Halle is one of Europe’s most important cargo airports and a key hub for military transport. After the latest incident, the question arises again: why does this site repeatedly become a focus of suspected sabotage?
Could Scotland’s Caledonian Sleeper train soon be on track for Europe?
Scotland could soon be connected directly to mainland Europe by rail as a new working group begins exploring the possibility of extending the Caledonian Sleeper service beyond London.
Russian drones attack German cargo ship 'EMIL' in Black Sea, media reports
The German cargo ship "EMIL" was reportedly repeatedly targeted by Russian drones in the Black Sea. A fire broke out on board, leaving it unable to manoeuvre. All 11 crew members are said to be unharmed.
Electric scooters: Lime, Bird and Dott fined €2.6 million in Rome
In Rome, the Antitrust authority fined Lime, Bird and Dott €2.6 million for blocking free-ride offers, as Italy defends the service and Europe moves to ban it.
Switch 2 and Mario movie send Nintendo profits soaring by 54%
Kyoto-based games giant posts a jump in net profit for the April-June quarter, helped by continued demand for its Switch 2 console
Portugal seizes five tonnes of cocaine in Atlantic bust
Portuguese authorities intercepted a cargo ship in the Atlantic and seized around five tonnes of cocaine in a multinational operation. Three foreign nationals were arrested as officials said Portugal has already confiscated more cocaine in 2026 than in all of last year.
North Korea fires at least one ballistic missile into sea, South Korea's military says
North Korea has repeatedly declared itself an "irreversible" nuclear state since leader Kim Jong- un's 2019 summit with US President Donald Trump collapsed over the scope of denuclearisation and sanctions relief.
Record-low Danube exposes sandbanks, strands boats in Serbia
Record-low Danube water levels in northern Serbia expose sandbanks, dry marinas and leave cargo vessels stranded along the river.
Sweden to hand over Russian 'shadow fleet' ship to Ukraine, court documents show
Moscow's "shadow fleet" consists of vessels used to skirt Western sanctions. They are often ageing ships in poor condition, without proper insurance and with opaque ownership.
Forgiving or forgetting? Why the Met Gala’s choice to honour John Galliano is so controversial
The visionary designer's career retrospective has sparked debate over forgiveness, forgetfulness and fashion's highest honour.
El Niño could unleash ocean heat that sends 2026 into record-breaking territory
This summer's heat is human caused, not from El Niño – but the climate phenomenon is set to release pent-up ocean heat.
Dreaming of seeing the Colosseum after dark? Italy extends opening hours at major cultural sites
Italy is extending the opening hours of some of its most famous monuments during August in a pilot programme aimed at improving visitor access and easing summer crowds. The Colosseum, the Pantheon and Milan's Castello Sforzesco will remain open at night.
Latest news bulletin | August 6th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 6th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Tokyo, Porto and Melbourne named the world’s best cities for Gen Z by Time Out
Half of the top 20 cities for those born between 1997 and 2012 are in Europe.
Trump administration refunds $100 billion in “Liberation Day” tariffs
The refunds follow a February US Supreme Court 6-3 ruling stating that Trump had acted beyond the Congress’ tax-setting authority and had no constitutional authority to impose these import taxes.
Hungary's Parliament to vote on new president as the country awaits Magyar's candidate
The parliamentary vote comes just weeks after chess champion Judit Polgár rejected the prime minister's nomination. Magyar has not revealed his candidate yet, but he has met with several high-profile public figures.
Old videos and AI-generated images spread online about Ceuta crossings
As genuine images from the mass crossings into Ceuta spread online, users shared AI-generated photographs and recycled footage with misleading captions to muddy the waters.
Francesco Guccini, Italian singer-songwriter, dies aged 86
Francesco Guccini, one of the masters of Italian songwriting and culture, has died aged 86 in Pavana. The funeral will be private, with a public ceremony in September.
60 years uniting the banks of the Tagus: 25 de Abril Bridge remains Portugal's busiest crossing
Opened in 1966, the 25 de Abril Bridge is marking its 60th anniversary. The crossing between Lisbon and Almada remains the busiest over the Tagus, with around 150,000 vehicles a day, while a new road-rail link between Chelas and Barreiro is planned.
West Nile virus spreads in Europe? Greece reports surge, Italy leads infections, first case in Germany
Greece and Italy are reporting the highest West Nile virus activity in Europe this season.
Migrant flows to Greece down 34% in 2026, maritime affairs minister says
The sharpest decline is in migration flows from Turkey, down 59%, while arrivals from Libya showed a far smaller drop of about 4%.
Jewish organizations in Belgium distance themselves from so-called 'Rabbi' Moshe Friedman
Four Jewish organizations in Belgium have issued a joint statement this week stressing that Moshe Friedman, a controversial person in Antwerp who presents himself as a rabbi “does not represent any of our organizations”, “does not lead any recognized synagogue or community”,