UK’s Royal Ballet and Opera cancels 2026 Israel show after staff protest on Gaza stance
The Royal Ballet and Opera has cancelled a planned 2026 performance of Puccini’s ‘Tosca’ at the Israeli Opera in Tel Aviv, after 182 staff signed a letter condemning the organisation’s…
Far-right figure Tommy Robinson arrested over alleged assault in London train station
Former leader of the far-right English Defence League was arrested by British Transport Police after disembarking from a flight from Portugal. Read More
French PM Bayrou launches podcast and YouTube series to defend his 2026 budget cuts
Under fire for his unpopular €44-billion savings plan, PM François Bayrou has decided to turn to YouTube and a podcast series to try to convince the French public. Read More
WATCH: Northern Greece hosts Seçek Oil Wrestling Festival
Thousands gathered in the village of Kechros, near the city of Komotini in northern Greece, for the Seçek Oil Wrestling and Cultural Festival. Read more at Read More
Switzerland scrambles to ink trade deal with US amid certain ‘economic blow’ due to tariffs
The tariffs, which come into effect on Thursday, are estimated to affect around 60% of Swiss exports to the United States, its largest market for its exports of pharmaceuticals, watches,…
Latest news bulletin | August 5th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 5th, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Dolly Parton becomes Guinness World Records icon
US country star Dolly Parton has been named a Guinness World Records icon for holding 11 record-breaking titles. Read More
At least five killed in ‘intense’ Russian strikes hit Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia regions
Overnight Russian strikes targeted Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa and Sumy regions, killing five people and damaging civilian infrastructure. Read More
Ryanair baggage handlers call strikes at Spanish airports from August: How will it affect my flight?
Strikes will affect many Spanish airports at key times of the day and could lead to delays and cancellations. Read More
Netanyahu to convene security cabinet amid hostage crisis and further civilian deaths in Gaza
Aid shortages and rising famine in Gaza escalate as Netanyahu plans complete occupation of the Strip, as further civilian deaths while seeking food were reported. Read more at Read More