Murdoku and the adult activity book craze: the trend sweeping Spain
Activity books for adults are booming, mixing puzzles, pop culture and mysteries. Their success, led by Murdoku, shows a hunger for screen-free fun and a playful workout for the mind.…
One person killed as woman randomly stabs two people in Times Square before being fatally shot by police
The woman behind the attack has reportedly had a history of mental health issues with New York police but no arrest record prior to her stabbing attacks on Tuesday. Read…
At least four people killed as Russia launches nighttime ballistic missile attacks targeting Ukraine’s capital
The barrage is the latest in a series of a daily attacks targeting multiple Ukrainian regions as Kyiv continues to struggle with thwarting certain aerial attacks due to shortages in…
Jury convicts Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis of first degree murder in 1996 killing of hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur
The verdict lays to rest decades of speculation and conspiracy from avid hip-hop fans around the world in the high-profile killing that went unresolved for close to 30 years. Davis…
Latest news bulletin | September 1st, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 1st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Naomi Watts to receive Donostia Award at 2026 San Sebastian Film Festival
With a career spanning five decades, the English actress has moved between cult films and “blockbusters”. The award she will receive with director Werner Herzog adds to her Oscar, BAFTA,…
Tributes pour in for former French PM Edouard Balladur following his death aged 97
French President Emmanuel Macron called Balladur a “demanding, level-headed, and devoted public servant” who he said had “dedicated his life to the Fifth Republic.” Read More
Belgian judge strikes down pre-trial detention appeal for alleged NATO spy
The next chapter in a spy scandal that has rocked NATO unfolded in Belgium on Monday, when an individual sitting at the centre of an espionage investigation was refused pre-trial…
France begins new voluntary national service programme
The government’s initial aim is to grow the programme to 10,000 volunteers a year, with a long-term goal of up to 50,000 per year in 2035. Read More
Eurasian nations gather in Bishkek to forge stronger ties, new alliances
Heads of 21 global and rising powers gather in Bishkek for the SCO summit as wars strain the global order. China and Russia have previously used the SCO to project…