More than 50 kidnapped as violent gang attack in Haiti leaves at least 47 dead
In a video posted on social media, the gang leader threatened to kill the hostages if any of his members were harmed. Read more at Read More
Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell loses ‘frivolous’ bid to overturn US conviction
Maxwell was convicted in 2021 of supplying underage girls to Epstein, whose ties to powerful business executives, politicians, celebrities and academics have fuelled years of scrutiny and conspiracy theories. Read…
Kyiv residents adapt to life under Russian bombardment
Kyiv residents describe how repeated Russian missile attacks have transformed daily life as the war reaches far beyond the front lines. Read More
EU pours billions into maritime defence as threats to its seas persist
From undersea cables to warships, the EU is spending record sums to defend its waters. Watch the video. Read More
Fire kills 14 newborns at major hospital in Pakistan, officials say
Poor enforcement of building safety regulations in Pakistan has been blamed for the high death toll in fires. Read more at Read More
Ukraine’s €23 billion funding gap puts EU in a bind as Zelenskyy seeks fast cash
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has asked the EU to bring forward part of its €90 billion Ukraine loan to plug a funding gap at the Defence Ministry. But Brussels fears the…
Day trips in Europe: Top 10 sightseeing stops beyond the beaten track for autumn 2026
An itinerary doesn’t have to include stops at the big-name cities. This autumn, here are the sightseeing destinations worth adding to your trip that offer scenic spots, historic towns and…
Next Atlantic tropical storm will be named Dolly but no connection to Parton’s death
Storm systems are named by procedures set by the World Meteorological Organisation and the lists of names are reused every six years. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | August 26th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 26th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Iran and Oman discuss temporary corridor in Strait or Hormuz
Iran and Oman held talks in Tehran to discuss the management of traffic passing through the Strait of Hormuz, as well as a joint mine-clearing project. Further negotiations are expected…