Major oil find off Polish-German border: Warsaw seeks drilling, Germany objects
In 2025, a Canadian firm found a major oil and gas field off Poland’s Baltic coast, the biggest since WWII, sparking German fears for the environment and tourism. Read More
Cypriot natural gas flowing to Europe in 2028, says Cyprus Energy Minister
In an exclusive interview with the Associated Press, he highlights the progress of Cyprus’s ongoing energy projects, which will also benefit EU citizens. Read More
Fires in Huelva and Castellón force evacuation of hundreds of residents
Over 150 firefighters worked overnight to stabilise the Niebla blaze, west of Sevilla. The fire has burned 4,000 hectares and displaced nearly 400 people. Air crews reinforced the Tírig fire…
Nagasaki 81st atomic bomb anniversary unnerves proponents of pacifism
Nagasaki marked on Sunday the 81st anniversary of the US atomic bombing of the southwestern city, as the mayor called nuclear weapons “absolute evil,” denounced growing support for nuclear deterrence,…
Latest news bulletin | August 9th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 9th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Roman shipwreck with hundreds of amphorae found off Sicily
A Roman-era shipwreck has been found off Mazara del Vallo, along with hundreds of amphorae on the seabed. Culture Minister Giuli has hailed the discovery as “extraordinary”. Read More
FIFA defends Infantino after revelations of his alleged ‘lover’ paid off by UEFA
After staying silent during Infantino’s plan outcry, FIFA now defends its president over what it calls a ‘concerted and ongoing effort’ to undermine his leadership. This comes after revelations stating…
Yemen’s Houthis claim attack on Saudi Arabia refinery
Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis claim a drone attack on a Red Sea Coast refinery in Saudi Arabia. Attacks from the armed group have increased since the 2022 truce seems to have…
Yemen’s Houthis attack kills 11 in Yemen, hit Saudi refinery
Strikes by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Sunday killed at least 11 people in the Yemeni port city of Mokha, says a medical source, after an earlier drone salvo targeted a…
Todd Blanche’s confirmation as attorney general strikes worries over US Justice independence
After risking his career defending Donald Trump in a criminal trial, Todd Blanche was confirmed as US attorney general, raising fears over the US Justice Department’s independence. Read more at…