Fact check: False claims target French referee after Egypt World Cup exit
Screenshots of temporary edits to François Letexier’s Wikipedia page have been used to support claims that Egypt’s match against Argentina was rigged. Read More
Ukrainian parliament appoints Serhii Koretskyi as prime minister
As thousands of Ukrainians protested the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, parliament voted to appoint Serhii Koretskyi as prime minister as part of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s cabinet reshuffle —…
Hungary’s national fireworks costs shrink but many still call it wasteful
Tradition or money down the drain? A state-funded jolly for all, or an outdated form of animal cruelty? As 20 August nears, the yearly row over whether Hungary needs fireworks…
Kyiv hit again as Ukraine reports two dead in Russian strike
Russian missiles killed two people and wounded five, including a child, in Kyiv, Ukraine, on 16 July 2026. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | July 16th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 16th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
EU Court of Justice clears way for Puigdemont amnesty as it backs Spain
The ECJ backs Spain’s amnesty law, saying it breaches neither EU nor anti-terror rules, although Puigdemont’s arrest warrant stands until the Constitutional Court decides on his appeal. Read More
Canada: train crew escapes flames near Armstrong, Ontario
A train crew was surrounded by wildfire flames near Armstrong, Ontario, Canada, on 13 July 2026. The Canadian National Railway crew escaped safely as more than 160 fires burned across…
Rajoy repeats column after World Cup win over France and stands by controversial remark
The former president has published a new column in ‘El Debate’ after Spain’s win over France in the semi-finals, refusing to retract his remarks about the French side and hitting…
Ukrainians hold rare wartime protest over defence minister’s dismissal
For the first time since last summer’s protests in support of their country’s anti‑corruption watchdogs, Ukrainians have mobilised online over the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. A wave of…
“It’s freedom”: Border residents react to end of Gibraltar-Spain checks
Routine border checks between Spain and Gibraltar have ended, allowing thousands of daily commuters to cross more easily. While many welcome shorter journeys and greater freedom, others remain cautious about…