Record snowfall triggers chaos across parts of Japan
Weather officials in Japan warn of heavy snowfall along the Sea of Japan coast, with up to 70 cm expected in some regions. Read more at Read More
Portugal builds Europe’s first dedicated drone carrier, D João II
Portugal’s new drone carrier, D João II, will challenge traditional aircraft carriers, offering high flexibility and lower costs. Built by Damen for €132 million, it can switch mission profiles within…
In southern Italy, poisoned ‘Land of Fires’ continues to claim lives
One year after Europe condemned Italy for failing to protect the lives of citizens in Campania’s infamous “Land of Fires”, the area poisoned by illegal toxic waste for decades remains…
Six dead as Storm Kristin wreaks havoc in Portugal with 202 km/h winds
Six people died as Storm Kristin battered Portugal with winds reaching record speeds, causing widespread destruction and leaving around 1 million people without electricity. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | January 29th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 29th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Tanker with Russian oil products loses steering off Spanish coast
A Mozambique-flagged tanker with Russian oil is drifting off Almería’s coast. Environmentalists are concerned about potential spills impacting marine life and tourism. Read more at Read More
Russia’s hybrid war is weakening Europe’s cohesion, expert says
Countries like Germany are just as exposed in the hybrid conflict as NATO’s eastern flank due to drone incursions, disinformation and sabotage, and Europe’s deterrence is reaching its limits, OpenMinds…
‘Everything destroyed’: Irish towns clean up after Storm Chandra flooding
Business owners in Enniscorthy in southeastern Ireland mop up after Storm Chandra caused the River Slaney to burst its banks and flood the town centre. Read more at Read More
Russia uses ‘shadow mail’ postal system to bypass EU sanctions, report reveals
Russia has been bypassing EU sanctions using Berlin logistics and lighter-controlled international mail, according to an investigation by German media. In response, the Ukrainian envoy has called for tougher enforcement.…
Storm Chandra: Dozens of flood warnings remain in place as heavy rain hits the UK
More than 80 flood warnings remain in place across Hampshire and Dorset in the aftermath of Storm Chandra. Read more at Read More