Australia’s new $69 million library becomes home to a copy of Shakespeare’s First Folio
Australia’s Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) has opened its highly anticipated new library, featuring 30,000 items, including Shakespeare’s First Folio. The collection ranges from children’s books and artworks…
World Cup 2026 sticker swap draws thousands for Guinness World Record attempt
Thousands of football fans gathered in Mexico City’s Zócalo to swap 2026 World Cup stickers as part of a Guinness World Record attempt. The Panini event brought together collectors of…
Why the EU’s so-called Chat Control law has privacy experts up in arms
The European Parliament has approved extraordinary measures to fight child sex abuse online. The rules have been dubbed “Chat Control” by critics, who warn of mass surveillance. Supporters reject these…
Flying while pregnant? Here are your airport and airline rights you might not know about
Skipping a queue or getting assistance can make the process of flying while you’re expecting much less stressful. From airports to airline rights, here’s everything you need to know. Read…
Latest news bulletin | July 18th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 18th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
‘Make America Read Again’: Venice protesters greet US ambassador with protest signs
US Ambassador to Italy arrived in Venice aboard the 117-meter luxury yacht Boardwalk, which features two helipads, two swimming pools, and a fully equipped spa and gym. Read More
Latvia becomes Lukashenka’s latest pressure point for the EU
Belarus has shifted migrant routes towards Latvia’s border, forcing Riga to call on its neighbours for support as the Baltic state heads into an election campaign. Lithuania is now considering…
Macron and Merz agree to deepen defence ties and push for tougher stance on China
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron to the Noervenich air base near Cologne on Friday for the 26th Franco-German ministerial council. Read More
EU foreign policy chief Kallas visits EU naval mission in the Red Sea
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visited personnel serving with the EU’s ASPIDES and ATALANTA naval missions, receiving operational briefings and meeting troops deployed to help protect shipping routes in…
Seven people die in Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine
A number regions of Ukraine have been hit by Russian drones and missiles over the past day. Overall seven people are reported to have died, and at least 67 injured…