Heavyweights Deliver a Spectacular Finish in Qingdao
The Qingdao Grand Prix ended in style as the heavyweights took centre stage. Yahor Varapayeu claimed gold at -90kg, world No.1 Anna Monta Olek won her fourth Grand Prix title,…
Everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup knockout stage
France have made a mightily impressive start to their campaign, scoring 10 goals in victories over Senegal, Iraq and Norway. Read more at Read More
Iraqi political officials arrested on corruption charges in overnight raid
Iraqi security forces sealed off all entrances to the capital’s heavily fortified Green Zone early Sunday and carried out raids inside the compound that houses key government institutions and foreign…
France: 11 killed in civilian plane crash near Nancy
Police urged the public to stay away from the area around Tomblaine airport. The aircraft was reportedly carrying skydivers. Read More
Israel formally recognises Armenian World War I ‘genocide’
“A historic decision: the Israeli government has unanimously approved Foreign Minister Gideon Saar’s proposal to recognise the Armenian genocide,” the foreign ministry said. The cabinet’s decision must still be ratified…
You can travel all around the Netherlands by train for €49 a month this summer
This summer rail deal makes exploring the Netherlands easier and less hefty on our wallets. Here’s how to make the most of it and where else in Europe you can…
After 49 years of struggle, Spain leads LGBTIQ+ inclusion: inside the first Pride march
It was 1977, two years after Franco’s death, when a group of people made history for Spain’s LGTBIQ+ community by marching on Barcelona’s Ramblas after years in the shadows. Read…
Hottest day: Berlin police deploy water cannons to fight extreme heat
Germany is groaning under the year’s first heatwave. Berlin police are resorting to an unusual tactic, sending two water cannons onto city streets normally reserved for protests. Read More
Ukraine strikes two oil refineries in Russia as it continues to target Moscow’s energy industry
Ukraine’s air force said local air defences had shot down six Russian ballistic missiles, one anti-ship missile and 125 drones overnight. Read More
Latest news bulletin | June 28th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 28th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…