Two trapped workers rescued from hydropower tunnel nine days after Nepal floods
About 900 workers are missing from 12 hydropower projects in Nepal, with roughly 500 believed to be trapped in tunnels, according to local authorities. Read more at Read More
Trump administration pushes to remove tax exemptions for private universities with DEI policies
The Trump administration says its proposed legislation aims to make university equal and accessible to all and end “woke” campaigns which deliberately favour certain students over others due to socioeconomic…
Iran hits US military targets in the region as Washington probes deadly wedding strike
Oil prices again spiked this week after a few weeks of relative stability following the renewed fighting as Iran continues to maintain a stranglehold over the strategic Strait of Hormuz,…
Latest news bulletin | September 4th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 4th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Berlin airport terminal evacuated after hazardous materials alert
A woman reports carrying toxic substances in her handbag at Berlin airport. Police arrest her and evacuate Terminal 1. Read More
France had its hottest summer since records began over a century ago, environment minister says
According to Meteo France, the summer of 2026 recorded an average temperature of 24 °C covering day and nighttime, 3.6 C above the normal average, and higher than in 2003,…
‘Highly likely’ Russia will escalate attacks on EU, Lithuanian minister says
While commending Berlin for attributing the attempted Leipzig drone attack to Russia, Lithuania’s foreign affairs minister warns stronger EU-wide deterrence is needed to prevent further escalation. Read More
Trump hints US may not back UK over Falkland Islands, citing lack of Iran support
The US recognises Britain’s administration of the Falkland Islands but remains neutral over the competing sovereignty claims. Read more at Read More
Lisbon: MOTELX launches 20th edition with expanded programme and plenty of horror
Marking its 20th edition, the festival stretches over more days and more venues, packed with new discoveries and cult favourites at Portugal’s scariest film event. Read More
Former French President Hollande publishes new book with plan for France, but remains undecided about running
François Hollande on Thursday released a book setting out 80 policy proposals. Despite its manifesto tone, the former president says he will wait until December to decide whether to run.…