Latest news bulletin | October 2nd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 2nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
New York hosts secret dîner en blanc with Parisian belle époque theme
Thousands dressed in white gather at a secret New York location for Dîner en Blanc, an annual outdoor dinner with a Parisian Belle Époque theme. Read more at Read More
What does music look like? This British artist paints what he hears
Sounds can sometimes interrupt Andrew’s thoughts, but he sees synaesthesia as an inseparable part of his life. Read More
No silver bullet to energy crisis, EU Energy chief says
EU Energy Commissioner, Dan Jørgensen on winter storage, prices and emergency releases. Read More
EU holds crisis meeting as US pressure mounts to release emergency oil stocks
EU countries and the European Commission are holding talks on Friday that could pave the way for a new emergency oil reserves release, as pressure from Washington mounts. Energy Commissioner…
Traffic gridlocked in Ukraine’s capital as Russian drone strikes close key bridge
Ukraine has long feared an attack on its major transportation bridges since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022. Read More
New severe weather alert issued for Crete as heavy rainfall already recorded
Disruption caused by the recent bout of severe weather continues, with authorities warning that further problems may arise as conditions remain unsettled. Read More
These are the easiest countries to be a digital nomad in, according to a new study
Holafly’s Digital Nomad Friction Index 2026 looked at factors such as visa complexity, banking access, healthcare and cost of living. Read More
Pete Hegseth creates Pentagon Office of Religious Affairs reporting directly to him
Hegseth has infused his evangelical Christianity into his leadership of the Pentagon, hosting worship services for employees and often speaking of the United States as a Christian nation. Read more…
Houthis deny Saudi accusations of targeting Medina’s holy sites
The Saudi-led coalition said a drone hit the Taibah electricity distribution station, which supplies power to the Prophet’s Mosque, one of Islam’s holiest sites. The Houthis denied the claim, stating…