Latest news bulletin | August 31st, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 31st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Rescuers continue search for missing after deadly north Cyprus ferry accident
Several survivors told local media they heard a blast shortly before the vessel rolled, with police detaining the captain and more than a dozen others. Read More
Why is the EU looking for new member states? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
Iceland has voted against reopening EU membership talks, with 52.8 percent rejecting the government’s proposal. This comes as the EU wants to expand and strengthen unity. But why does the…
Spain’s PM says Ceuta migrant surge inquiry ongoing, far-right behind ‘fake’ information
Last week, Spain asked the European Commission for the support from Frontex and Europol to assist with the screening of migrants who are staying irregularly in Ceuta, according to several…
Flash flood hits Grand Canyon’s Phantom Ranch, more than 20 people missing
Flash flooding near Phantom Ranch sent debris into the Colorado River, destroyed footbridges and left more than 20 people missing or unaccounted for. Read more at Read More
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ dethrones ‘Titanic’ and nears all-time box office Top Three
Nothing can stop ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ and its historic box office run. It now sits as the fourth highest-grossing movie of all time and could soon bump ‘Avatar: The…
EU climate chief warns China dependence will make EU’s green transition more costly
Hoekstra warns China dependence will make the EU’s green transition more costly, saying there is “no alternative” to levelling the playing field. Read More
Does the EU need more member states? Take our poll
After Iceland voted ‘no’ to joining the EU, what’s the status of European enlargement? Nine candidate countries are waiting in line, but so far none is as close to accession…
Macron in Sweden to sign multi-billion euro frigate deal and strengthen strategic partnership
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected in Stockholm on Monday to finalise a multi-billion euro deal with his Swedish counterpart for four French frigates. Read More
UN racial discrimination committee presents legal case for broad slavery reparations
The document, which was approved last week but only published on Monday, is expected to provide a powerful new tool supporting reparations claims. Read more at Read More