The doctor fighting for women's health on Ukraine's front line
Dr Baksheiev, a gynaecologist, travels to Russian-occupied areas in his kitted out mobile clinic
Headlines
- All
- Africa
- Asia
- Business
- Culture
- Environment
- Europe
- Gaming
- Markets
- Middle East
- Movies & TV
- Music
- Politics
- Science
- South America
- Tech
- World News
How King Charles will help rebuild the shaken UK-France friendship during the state visit
There are high hopes for Macron's three-day visit, but how close can the nations really become given past mistrust over Brexit negotiations?
US envoy satisfied with Lebanon's response to Hezbollah disarmament proposal
The latest Israel-Hezbollah conflict began a day after Hamas’ 7 October 2023 attack on southern Israel and intensified in September, leaving the Iran-backed group badly bruised and much of its political and military leadership dead.
'Donor fatigue' demands smarter global humanitarian aid spending, says Barroso
As traditional donors retreat, attention is turning to emerging contributors such as Brazil, India and private sector partners to help fill the gap.
Switzerland indicts two men on charges of spreading so-called Islamic State ideology
The suspects face charges including participation in a terrorist group, bribery of public officials and money laundering.
Three former officials in France cleared of allegations they mishandled COVID-19 pandemic
The decision, announced by one of the former officials on X, comes five years after a top court in France opened an investigation.
Watch: The performer from the Philippines takes centre stage in Qatar
Once silenced by grief, Dorothy Chrizelle Collado found her voice again with the help of a community theatre group.
Air and rail traffic disrupted in Hungary as severe storms batter eastern Europe
Budapest Airport has been temporarily closed due to flooding while severe weather has also lashed Zagreb, Belgrade and Ljubljana.
Ursula von der Leyen slams 'Russian puppets' as MEPs debate motion to topple her presidency
"We can never let extremists rewrite history," Ursula von der Leyen said as she defended her presidency against a motion of censure.
Italian 'hero' sniffer dog killed with nail-filled sausages
Bruno, a seven-year-old bloodhound, had found nine missing people and was once honoured by Italy's prime minister.
Latest news bulletin | July 7th – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Methane gas kills 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq cave operation
The troops had been looking for the remains of a comrade killed by Kurdish militants.
Bangladesh’s tech sector is growing up fast — and Europe should take note
At VivaTech 2025, Bangladesh arrived with quiet confidence. Its national booth, emblazoned with the words: ‘Bangladesh 2.0: Innovating Locally, Scaling Globally’, was also the place where tech leaders and government representatives discussed the country’s strikingly ambitious
(Un)orthodox intelligence operations: How Russia is using its churches abroad
Sweden is reportedly probing a Russian Orthodox church in the town of Västerås over possible hybrid warfare techniques, a new investigation shows.
Russian minister sacked by Putin found dead
On Monday morning a presidential decree stated that Starovoit had been dismissed from his post.
EU-China tensions escalate over medical device trade restrictions
The tit-for-tat trade dispute between the European Union and China over medical devices shows no sign of resolution, as Beijing has announced new retaliatory measures in response to the EU’s recent procurement restrictions.
Common bacteria found in the stomach has no symptoms but could cause 12 million cancers, study warns
Researchers said programmes to quickly screen and treat people for a common bacteria could reduce the number of expected stomach cancer cases by up to 75 per cent.
Kenyan police disperse protesters with tear gas in Nairobi
Police fired tear gas and deployed water cannons in Nairobi on Monday as protests over police brutality, high living costs and alleged corruption gripped Kenya’s capital.
Eighteen EU countries call for 'simplification' of EU Deforestation Law
Eighteen member states called for the 'simplification' and postponement of the implementation of the EU deforestation law, amid criticism from civil society over the move.
How solar power helped European grids pass ‘the stress test’ during the recent heatwave
Storing solar energy could be the biggest opportunity to strengthen grids, researchers say, as prices soared in Germany, France and Poland.
Lime withdraws from Brussels as Belgian capital puts brakes on e-bikes and scooters
The decision to introduce restrictions on the e-bike and scooter services in the Belgian capital had already been made in 2023, however Lime and Voi both contested the decision.
Brussels AI ambitions risk fuelling Big Tech dominance, watchdog warns
Public support for European AI start-ups could end up strengthening the dominance of US tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon, a new report finds.
Study says half of UK sick of Oasis fans – forcing pub bans and deeper concerns
A new study shows that not everyone is happy with Oasis' return and their fans. Why do they have such a bad reputation and is the backlash warranted?
World Chocolate Day: The EU is celebrating with sky-high prices
Prices in the cocoa market have dropped recently from record highs, but coupled with high energy costs, they have fuelled a double-digit increase in European retail prices compared to last year.
Families return to ruins after Texas flooding that left dozens dead
Returning to Camp Mystic in central Texas, families faced the devastation left by flash floods, sifting through sodden debris and broken structures.
How Japan is using 3D tech and traditional craft to protect cultural heritage from climate risks
Japan is combining cutting-edge 3D scanning with centuries-old craftsmanship to protect cultural heritage from climate change, earthquakes, and humidity — starting with the iconic Eiheiji temple in Fukui Prefecture.
Choir practice: Thousands celebrate traditional Estonian song and dance in Tallinn
The voices of tens of thousands of choir singers echoed across Estonia this weekend to unite in folk song and dance, much to the delight of huge crowds of spectators unfazed by gloomy weather in Tallinn.
‘A 100-year flood’: How climate change made the Texas flood disaster more likely
Deadly floods have devastated Texas. Experts say climate change is making disasters like these harder to predict.
Is it safe to travel to Greece and Türkiye? Here’s how to prepare for summer wildfires
Summer blazes are common in the eastern Mediterranean region, where experts warn that climate change is exacerbating the situation.
Marais d'Orx: a wetland with a rich history, diverse nature and birds of prey
Did you know that ospreys have stable mates? After migration they return to their nests to breed. In this episode of Smart Regions, we visit the Marais d'Orx in the south of France, to discover how this bird of prey has been reintroduced into the wetland that was drained by
WATCH: Locals wrestle wild horses in Spain's Rapa das Bestas festival
Every July, the tiny village of Sabucedo in north-western Spain becomes the stage for a centuries-old spectacle known as Rapa das Bestas, a fierce battle between man and horse.
BBC director of music steps down after Bob Vylan Glastonbury controversy
The news of Lorna Clarke’s resignation as BBC's director of music comes after UK culture secretary Lisa Nandy condemned the "appalling and unacceptable scenes" that were broadcast during this year's Glastonbury festival.
Hundreds of migrants rescued off Greek islands of Crete and Gavdos
The Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis says he will do everything to "ensure a new migration route to Crete is not established".
Are 'coal-free' countries really free? New Eurostat data shows real consumption levels
Germany, Poland and Serbia remain the 'black lungs' of Europe, with great quantities of the environmentally damaging brown coal being burned there.
London marks 20 years since 7 July 2005 bombings on London's transport system
Fifty-two people were killed and hundreds injured when four suicide bombers attacked the city's transport system on 7 July 2005.
Germany's AfD accuses Chancellor Merz of election fraud as it bids to reform image
Critics of the German far-right party say that the AfD is still far from having any real influence, as none of the other parties in the Bundestag are willing to cooperate with it.
Trump's threat over Greenland isn't 'over and done' yet, warns Danish foreign minister
The conversation on Greenland "can never be about annexation", Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen has said.
Russian transport minister found dead hours after being fired by Putin
Russian Transport Minister Roman Starovoit was found dead near Moscow mere hours after being fired by President Putin. Domestic media reported that he died in an apparent suicide.
Three hospitalised after bees attack dozens of people in France
The incident occurred on Sunday in the centre of Aurillac, a town in the south of the country.
Watch: Parisians swim in Seine for the first time in 100 years
For the first time in over a century, Parisians and tourists are officially allowed to swim in the River Seine — and many are already diving in.
Trump says Musk ‘gone off the rails’ after America Party announcement
The South African-born billionaire said over the weekend the party would fight what he described as a system “bankrupting our country with waste and graft.”
Latest news bulletin | July 7th – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Poland reinstates border controls with Germany and Lithuania
The move by Polish leader Donald Tusk follows rising tensions over illegal immigration.
European spending drops as trade tensions hit consumer wallets
Eurozone retail sales fell sharply in May, marking the steepest drop since 2023, as consumers showed caution amid rising trade tensions with the US. Fears over looming tariffs and economic uncertainty are weighing on spending across Europe.
San Fermín Festival opens with first bull run in Pamplona
Thousands of runners raced through the narrow, cobbled streets of Pamplona on Monday as the first bull run of Spain's San Fermín festival began.
Celebrated ‘The X-Files’ composer Mark Snow dies aged 78
The world of television and film has lost a major figure with the death of American composer Mark Snow, who was behind the iconic theme tune to The X Files.
Culture Agenda: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
The Man of Steel launches a new era for the DC Universe, London's Design Museum explores the rise of eco buildings, and indie faves Wet Leg get a little softer with 'Moisturizer'.
Ursula von der Leyen to argue for her survival in EU Parliament
Two-thirds of votes cast by MEPs later this week will be required to force the President and the Commissioners to resign, which has happened only once in EU's history
Methane gas kills 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq operation
They were searching a cave to recover the body of a comrade who had been shot in 2022.
