Farage wins UK by-election to return to parliament
British politician Nigel Farage retains his seat in parliament after resigning last month over an investigation into his finances that triggered a by-election.
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New rules on end-of-life treatment of vehicles enter into force
On 13 August, new rules on the design, production, collection, and end-of-life treatment of vehicles entered into force to strengthen circularity in the automotive sector and support Europe's strategic autonomy. Every year, 10 to 12 million vehicles in Europe reach the end of
Child's play: French artist Saype's giant ephemeral frescoes takeover Swiss alpine resort
The latest works in a series of experimental and ephemeral paintings by French land artist Saype are currently on display on the high slopes of Swiss alpine resort Villars-sur-Ollon, however the works are starting to slowly disappear.
‘The real challenge starts after sundown’: Europe’s heatwave boosted solar by up to 17% on hot days
A surge in solar power has helped meet heightened power demand from Europe’s blistering heatwaves, according to a new analysis.
Latest news bulletin | August 14th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Northern Lights travel bucket list: Unique trips and experiences to book in 2026-2027
Witnessing the Aurora Borealis is top of the bucket list for many travellers. In this guide, we pick out some of the best Northern Lights trips and experiences to book in 2026 and 2027.
New EU geographical indications announced
The European Commission says it has approved the registration of three new Protected designation of origin. From Spain, the Commission registered two geographical indications. ‘Pernil Cerretà’ is a meat product from Catalonia, consisting of a hind-leg ham from a ‘white’
Scientists map how spacecraft design could affect astronauts’ mental health
Could the design of a spacecraft affect astronauts’ mental health? Scientists have mapped how everything from lighting and privacy to shared spaces could shape wellbeing on long missions to the Moon and Mars.
Trump orders Navy to return to older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers
According to a directive issued Thursday, the new mandate would likely cost billions of dollars and revert the Navy’s most advanced ships to a system that takes more sailors to operate and is more difficult to maintain.
Black Forest coolcation: tourism in Germany surges in 2026
In Spain and Italy, the Black Forest is an extremely popular holiday destination. But Germany has set a different record with other visitors.
White House says it’s losing $19B-$26B a year in revenue as countries dodge tariffs
Peter Navarro, the White House trade adviser, told reporters on a conference call that China is laundering its exports through more than 40 countries.
Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man's head was sucked out of, report says
A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month's flight from Greece to Germany.
Millions across Europe swelter through a new wave of extreme temperatures
Repeat heatwaves and drought have fuelled a historically hot summer of wildfires, and contributed to the deaths of thousands of people.
Two injured after train derails in southeast England, emergency services say
The ambulance service said there were around 150 passengers on board the train which departed from London Victoria station and veered off the tracks shortly before 4:00 pm local time.
Vietnam discovers more than a tonne of concealed ivory illegally shipped from Africa
Most trade in ivory from elephants and other endangered animals is banned by international agreement under CITES, a treaty to which almost all UN member countries are parties.
Ebola spreads to sixth DR Congo province raising fears it could spread to South Sudan
The DRC's deadliest Ebola outbreak from 2018-2020 killed nearly 2,300 people out of 3,500 recorded cases.
Family of Irish plane crash victim awarded $29m in damages
A jury in Chicago in the US awarded the sum to Michael Ryan's family after his widow Naoise Connolly Ryan brought a civil suit against Boeing.
Swedish lawmakers cut age of criminal responsibility to 14 ahead of general election
The Scandinavian country has been rocked by gang battles for more than a decade, particularly for control of the drug market.
Víctor Coyote dies: a life impossible to confine to music, comics and film
Víctor Coyote, stage name of Víctor María Aparicio Abundancia, died on Thursday in Galicia in a cycling accident. He was 67 and left behind a four-decade career spanning music, comics, film and music videos.
Víctor Coyote dies: a life devoted to exploring diverse cultural forms
Víctor Coyote, the stage name of Víctor María Aparicio Abundancia, died on Thursday in Galicia in a cycling accident. He was 67 and leaves a bold four-decade career spanning music, comics, film and videos.
Kazakhstan hosts first FIDE World University Team Chess Championship
The inaugural FIDE World University Team Chess Championship opened in Almaty on 4 August with teams from Harvard, Oxford, Cambridge, Beijing University and 12 other leading universities. While the event crowns the world’s strongest university chess team, it also reflects
Survivors tell of horror of Zimbabwe ferry sinking as police say death toll hits 46
The overloaded government ferry, a vital link for villagers and fish traders around the vast Lake Kariba, overturned in choppy waters on Tuesday in one of the country's worst passenger boat disasters.
Explosion rocks ammunition factory near Rome, Italian police say
Italian media reported that there were no casualties, with the AGI news agency saying employees sheltered in secure areas at the facility.
Etna eruption enters seventh day in phenomenon unseen since the 1970s
Euronews has gathered the views of experts and local guides on the unusual length of the eruption and on the precautions to take to watch it safely.
Romania shuts only nuclear plant as heat causes huge drop in Danube River level
The Cernavodă plant, which produces 20% of Romania's electricity, is not expected to be restarted within the next 10 days.
Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
In Paris, tourists increasingly choose cycling to explore the city
On Paris's streets, bicycles are increasingly common, and tourists play a big part. Guided bike tours have boomed in recent years.
In Paris, tourists increasingly choose bikes to explore the city
On the streets of Paris, there are more and more bicycles, and tourists have a lot to do with it: bike tours have boomed in recent years.
Presidential pardon for French alleged spy accused of plotting Mali coup
France is yet to comment on Yann Vezilier's pardon and previously called the accusations "unfounded".
Ukraine needs 5% of US Patriot stocks just to get through winter, Zelenskyy says
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv currently receives only 1% of the interceptor missiles it needs from Washington, as Russian strikes continue to outpace the country's air defences.
Hundreds of tourists rescued by boat as forest fire threatens northern Greek beaches
A fire service spokesman said the evacuation had to be by sea as the flames were getting close to the beaches.
One dead, several injured in Rotterdam port blast at Gunvor refinery
The Netherlands is investigating an explosion at the port of Rotterdam that killed one person and injured several others on Thursday, 13 August. The blast happened at about 11:30 a.m. at an oil facility in the Europoort industrial section of Europe’s largest port.
Person fined after using foghorn to wake sleeping polar bear
Under local regulations in the region, "it is forbidden to needlessly disturb, attract or pursue a polar bear".
Bomb hidden in bin kills Russian officer in occupied Sevastopol, Moscow says
Media reports named the dead man as a Ukrainian navy defector who went on to command a Kalibr missile submarine for Moscow's Black Sea Fleet.
Brussels unveils giant flower carpet inspired by Hokusai masterpiece
Brussels has transformed its historic Grand Place into a giant floral version of Japan’s Great Wave off Kanagawa, using around 500,000 dahlias laid out over 1,300 square metres of cobblestones.
Poland thwarts unprecedented plot by Russia to kill Ukrainian-US citizen in a NATO country, PM Tusk says
Poland, a NATO and EU member state along the alliance's Eastern flank, has accused Russia of "sabotage" on several occasions since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
These are Europe’s best-value cities for a weekend break - and Poland dominates the top five
A new study has revealed the best-value European cities for a weekend away, with Polish destinations sweeping the top five and some of the continent’s biggest tourist hotspots proving much pricier.
The helicopter that helped topple Mongolia’s prime minister linked to Lex Oil scheme
The helicopter at the centre of the scandal which led to the resignation of Mongolia’s then Prime Minister, Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene, was owned and operated by a company linked to the $1.1 billion Lex Oil fraud. In May 2025, the fiancée of Oyun-Erdene’s son, Temuulen, posted
Explosion at Dutch port of Rotterdam leaves one dead and several injured, police say
The explosion happened at a refinery and fuel terminal run by Gunvor Energy in an industrial section of the vast port premises.
Hungary unveils new 'clean up' plan as governemnt takes new steps to unlocking frozen EU funds
Budapest will keep a list of economic operators who are barred from public tenders due to prior economic offences, fulfilling an EU obligation to restoring its access to critical funding.
Byway launches free online course to help you plan out a rail trip across Europe
The course covers things like how to choose the right Interrail pass and how to manage disruptions.
Iran's military rejects Trump's claims of US control over Strait of Hormuz as 'lies'
Iran has kept control of Hormuz, a vital energy conduit, since the outbreak of the war on 28 February, requiring vessels to obtain permission and pay transit fees before using the waterway.
Trump’s vaccine overhaul could fuel mistrust and leave Europe vulnerable to disease resurgence
The fallout from US President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at reducing the number of universally recommended childhood immunisations could extend beyond the United States, fuelling vaccine mistrust and creating immunisation gaps.
A tiny hard spot was Lucy Davis’ first sign of breast cancer. What else should you check for?
British actor Lucy Davis almost ignored the first sign of her breast cancer. Here’s what to look out for and when to get screened.
Romania shuts off second reactor at Cernavodă NPP amid low water levels on Danube
Nearly two-thirds of the Danube has seen flow rates that are the lowest on record for a month of July in 34 years, according to an analysis published on Monday by the European climate change observatory, Copernicus.
EU experts on the ground in Ceuta amid fears of fresh migrant influx
A team of EU migration experts is in Ceuta for a “first-hand assessment” of the situation, as reports warn of a potential new migrant influx on 15 August. Brussels, however, says its focus remains on protecting the EU’s external border at all times, rather than on any “specific
Why do women need 12 times their salary to buy a home, when men need only eight?
A consistent pay gap and more difficulties in saving for a deposit compared to men are some of the factors holding women back from home ownership.
Russian forces strike second passenger train in Ukraine's Odesa region
The latest attack comes as the United Nations recorded a record-number of civilian deaths in Ukraine in July, the highest monthly toll since May 2022.
Azerbaijan bets on the pomegranate as its next big export
Azerbaijan is turning pomegranates, a fruit with 2,000 years of cultural history, into a global brand, with €48.2 million in exports and more than 200 cultivated varieties putting it in direct competition with Iran, Turkey and Spain
France accues Iran of 'bloodshed' over use of death penalty
After a statement condemning Iran's use of the death penalty, tensions rose between senior diplomats. Paris accused Tehran of 'bloodshed' and Iran called France's stance 'blatant hypocrisy.'