Archaeologists find oldest library in Iberian Peninsula in Puente Genil
Room 10 at Fuente Álamo, a Roman archaeological site, may have been remodelled in the 4th century AD as a library in what was once seen as a mithraeum, a…
France veterinary team treats pets of wildfire evacuees
A French veterinary team in Bordeaux is caring for pets of Gironde wildfire evacuees, providing food, treatment and support while families await their return home. Read more at Read More
Oscar winning Irish musician and actor Glen Hansard dies aged 56 following motorcycle crash
The singer and actor is fondly remembered as the frontman of The Frames, his solo albums, and for his roles in films ‘The Commitments’ and ‘Once’. Read More
UN chief Guterres to convene new talks on ending Cyprus’ decades-long division
“I do not want any more failed five-party meetings,” said the UN Secretary-General, noting that any new 5+1 meeting requires progress on confidence-building measures, the methodology and the substance of…
Spain mints coin for second star: the piece that crowns 2026 World Cup champions
Spain’s Royal Mint will issue a 5‑euro silver coin honouring the world title won on 19 July in New Jersey, within the official numismatic programme for the 2026 World Cup.…
Who started the fire? Inside Europe’s arson intelligence gap
Europe has built advanced systems to detect wildfires and coordinate emergency response. Still, there is no common picture of who starts deliberate fires or why, as arson remains a fragmented…
‘Hands off our game’: EU slams FIFA for selling a stake in the World Cup
EU Commissioner for Sport Glenn Micallef backs the European Football Association in criticising the plan, which involves Trump’s affinal relative Joshua Kushner, while European countries are reportedly weighing a boycott.…
Evacuees return in Spain and French wildfires stabilise, though heatwave keeps authorities on alert
The wildfires that swept across Spain and France are among the largest the two countries have experienced in recent history. Read More
Nobu to launch new hotel, restaurant and residences in Portugal’s Algarve region
With its second destination in Portugal, the Nobu hospitality brand will introduce a new hotel, restaurant and residential offerings at the Monte Rei resort in the eastern Algarve region. The…
Gaza residents flee before Israeli strike hits mosque area
Israeli strikes hit Gaza City and Deir al-Balah after an evacuation warning, with footage showing explosions, flames and smoke rising into the night sky. Read more at Read More