Latest news bulletin | July 17th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 17th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
US strikes Iranian civilian infrastructure, Tehran retaliates with attacks on US facilities in Gulf
In a primetime address to the nation, Trump said the US was ‘winning big in Iran’ and the American public would see ‘the fruits of that labour’. However, a deal…
Trump revives claims of election interference during address to nation
The US president said he would declassify intelligence data that revealed China had illicitly acquired 220 million US voter files. Trump’s claim contradicts investigations that have found no evidence of…
Rubik’s Cube stars shine at European speedcubing event in the Netherlands
More than 1,000 speedcubers from 53 countries are competing in Arnhem, the Netherlands, from 16 to 19 July 2026. Events range from blindfolded solves to solving while wearing oven gloves.…
Spain battles major Aragon wildfire amid heatwave
Spain has deployed more than 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft to combat a fast-moving wildfire in the northeastern region of Aragon after flames swept across around 7,600 hectares by 16…
Trump teleprompter operator suspended for alleged prediction market bets on speeches
US media had reported that Gabriel Perez, who has been operating Trump’s teleprompter since 2016, used his inside knowledge to win more than $100,000 (€85,900) betting on what the president…
Italian police conduct raids on several luxury brands in labour abuse probe
At issue is the near-ubiquitous practice of brands subcontracting work to suppliers that in turn contract to others, ending up with firms who employ Chinese workers in exploitative conditions. Read…
Fire at Algerian orphanage kills 11 children, injures 19
Algerian authorities did not say what caused the deadly blaze, which occured amid a heatwave that has sparked nearly 1,000 fires. Read more at Read More
Supporters welcome France’s assisted dying law
Supporters welcomed France’s assisted dying law after parliament approved the landmark legislation, calling it “a huge relief” for people with incurable illnesses. The law still requires approval from France’s Constitutional…
Algeria investigates Mohammadia orphanage fire that killed 11 people
Algeria is probing a deadly orphanage fire near Algiers, early on 16 July, that killed at least 11, injured 19 and struck amid a heatwave and nearly 1,000 recent blazes.…