2022-08-12

World News

World Elephant Day: Human populations block 'ecosystem caretaker' role

These days, climate change is an even bigger threat to the conservation of these gentle giants than poaching.

12/08/2022

My Europe Series

Afghans dream of America one year after the Taliban takeover

One year after the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban and the haphazard western withdrawal, some Afghans are still waiting for their visas to the US in the unlikeliest of places.

12/08/2022

USA

FBI seized 'top secret' documents from Trump home — US Justice Dept

Court papers reveal the FBI seized records include some marked as classified and "top secret", while the Justice Department says it has reason to believe Trump violated the Espionage Act.

12/08/2022

Ukraine

Wheat export ships leave Ukraine's Black Sea ports — and more updates

Two ships carring the first Ukrainian wheat to be exported under a UN-brokered deal have left Black Sea ports; Kyiv appeals to the UN and Red Cross over prisoners held by Russia, and the EU is due to discuss a potential visa ban on all Russians — the latest developments in the war.

12/08/2022

World News

EU chief praises solidarity of 'heroic' firefighters in Europe

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen praised firefighters across the continent, as emergency services struggle to contain fires in France's south-west and in several other countries.

12/08/2022

Montenegro

Eleven dead in Montenegro mass shooting after family dispute

Witnesses were quoted as saying the attacker shot randomly at people in the street in the town of in Cetinje before being shot dead by police.

12/08/2022

Bulgaria

Bulgaria risks violating EU principles over Russia extradition request

The Russian dissident who burned his passport is appealing against a Bulgarian court's decision to extradite him, amid concern for the safety of others who fled to the EU after the invasion of Ukraine.

12/08/2022

World News

Good news: Women in Algeria conquering mixed martial arts

Humanity is not doomed. Here are five good news stories to give you hope.

12/08/2022

Travel News

'Barbarian!' Aussie tourist charged after moped ride through Pompeii

The tourist from Down Under sped through the site for 1.5km before he was stopped by police.

12/08/2022

World News

The most striking images from this week's top stories

Here is our selection of the most striking photographs that hit the headlines this week.

12/08/2022

USA

Salman Rushdie 'on the road to recovery' after stabbing

The British author, who had a $3.3 million bounty on his head over accusations of blasphemy, is recovering, according to his agent.

12/08/2022

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | August 12th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

12/08/2022

World News

Portugal and Spain back Scholz over Iberia—central Europe gas pipeline

The German chancellor said a pipeline linking the Iberian peninsula to central Europe was "sorely" lacking, as the continent seeks to wean itself off Russian gas supplies.

12/08/2022

Italy

Poop in the pool: Italy closes 10 water parks in hygiene crackdown

Tests by authorities uncovered a 'huge presence' of fecal bacteria in water parks, exposing thousands of visitors across the country to infection risks.

12/08/2022

Greece

Greece tennis resort hopes to develop the next generation of champions

The Rafa Nadal Tennis Center offers players the same training methods that helped the 22-time Grand Slam winner reach the top of his game.

12/08/2022

United Kingdom

UK drought: Which areas have warnings after latest alert?

The UK's Environment Agency issued a rare drought alert after a long period of little or no rainfall, and scorching hot summer temperatures.

12/08/2022

USA

Codewords on TikTok offer help to US citizens seeking abortions

Activists say the videos might do more harm than good and are encouraging users to channel their support through established networks.

12/08/2022

Culture news

What will the Armie Hammer documentary expose?

The actor has been accused of rape and cannibalism; a new documentary explores the allegations and his dark family past.

12/08/2022

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Can a career move help with the rising cost of living?

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With prices soaring, is now the time to switch jobs or even careers?

12/08/2022

Germany

Ukraine war: Refugees find solace at a Berlin art collective

A group of Ukrainian artists have moved in together in an art collective, with the support of German cultural organisations.

12/08/2022

Travel News

Tourists duck as jet makes ‘lowest ever’ landing at Greek airport

Footage of an incredibly low landing at Skiathos Airport in Greece has gone viral.

12/08/2022

Health news

Why are humans the only primates able to talk?

A new study suggests that humans are able to speak while monkeys and apes can’t because our vocal anatomy is actually simpler than other primates.

12/08/2022

United Kingdom

UK officially declares drought as millions face hosepipe ban

Millions of people face water usage restrictions in the UK after a drought was officially declared across large parts of the country.

12/08/2022

Culture news

Jean-Jacques Sempé in his own words

Here is a selection of our favourite quotes from beloved French cartoonist Jean-Jacques Sempé.

12/08/2022

Health news

'Breakthrough' saliva test can detect early oral and throat cancer

Most oral and oesophageal cancers aren’t detected early – but a new diagnostic tool that can be used at home could be game-changing for US patients.

12/08/2022

No Comment

11 unidentified civilians buried in Bucha after Russian occupation

Eleven bodies are buried in a cemetery in Bucha, where more than 400 other unidentified people are buried. "Most of them were shot dead. So it was neither an accident nor an explosion.

12/08/2022

Travel News

EasyJet strikes: Spanish pilots kick off first day of August walkout

Three 72-hour walkouts are expected to take place this month at EasyJet's Spanish bases.

12/08/2022

Travel News

Schiphol is compensating travellers for airport queues in rare move

Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport said they are 'extremely sorry' for recent queues.

12/08/2022

Italy

Suspected bank robber rescued in Rome after tunnel collapse

Police say the man was buried under the rubble for several hours.

12/08/2022

Ecotech

These Italian villages cut their bills by producing their own energy

With energy bills set to double in the next year, people are looking for new ways to reclaim power.

12/08/2022