Latest news bulletin | June 16th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 16th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Rare first edition of ‘Wuthering Heights’ (complete with spelling mistakes) to go up for auction
It’s the first copy of the Gothic novel in the publisher’s original cloth binding to be auctioned since 1908. Read More
Europe’s most welcoming countries and cities for expats
A new report looks at factors including foreign-born employment rates, safety, and overall expat experience. Read More
Ships start to trickle through Strait of Hormuz, but who will run it still in doubt
Trump said the strait would be “completely open” by Friday, but key details over who will manage the crucial waterway remain unresolved. Meanwhile, Iran has made further claims that it…
Hundreds of cats destined for slaughter rescued in Vietnam as police dismantle theft ring
Vietnamese police arrested nine people and rescued more than 400 live cats destined for slaughter, reuniting dozens with their owners. Around 100 of the animals later died from their ordeal.…
Fact check: Is the EU fining member states that don’t accept migrants?
A major reform of the EU’s migration and asylum system has recently entered into force, prompting political figures in France to criticise one of its key provisions. However, their claims…
Europe’s top listening hotels: Check in for music, DJs and vinyl
From vinyl-fuelled cocktail lounges in Athens and London to a luxury listening suite in Lake Como, European hotels are turning sound into the main attraction, blending analogue music, DJ culture…
Seaplanes: Greece-Albania link takes off, with more international routes planned
Hellenic Seaplanes is expanding its network, introducing new routes that will connect the city of Ioannina with Vlorë and Pogradec in neighbouring Albania. Read More
The best FIFA World Cup 2026 aircraft liveries
National carriers have sent their teams to the world’s biggest stage in style aboard special themed planes. Read More
On the Pont Neuf, artist JR’s ‘Caverne’ opens to the public
Open until 28 June, JR’s latest art installation, by the master of XXL photographs, whisks pedestrians in central Paris into the depths of a cave. Read More