2025-08-11

Voices from Central Asia

Kazakh musician Layla Tazhibayeva reimagines traditional kobyz

In partnership with MDQ

Renowned Kazakh musician Layla Tazhibayeva is reshaping the future of classical music in her country through her mastery of the kobyz, or Kazakh violin.

11/08/2025

Spain

Wildfires continue to burn across farmlands in northern Spain

Thousands have been evacuated as massive wildfires continue to grip northern Spain as southern Europe battles a record-breaking heatwave.

11/08/2025

Space

Space Race 2.0? US speeding plans to build nuclear reactor on the Moon

The rivalry of the superpowers in space is entering a new phase, in which energy independence beyond Earth plays a key role.

11/08/2025

Colombia

Colombian presidential hopeful dies weeks after rally shooting

Uribe Turbay's assassination has sent shockwaves through the country and reignited fears that Colombia could again experience the wave of political violence that marred the 1990s.

11/08/2025

Culture news

Emma Thompson shares ‘stalking’ story of Donald Trump asking her out

The now-US President asked Emma Thompson out in 1998, following her divorce from Kenneth Branagh. The celebrated actress recalled the strange moment during a talk at Locarno Film Festival, and joked that she could have “changed the course of American history.”

11/08/2025

France

France on high alert as heatwave fuels wildfire and pollution risks

The national weather authority has placed multiple departments on high heat alert, while officials warn of worsening air quality in several regions, including Marseille, Paris and parts of southern France.

11/08/2025

Business

Greece bans ATM withdrawal fees for banks across the country

The Greek Ministry of Finance has implemented new rules across the country banning withdrawal fees for bank ATMs.

11/08/2025

EuroVerify

Fact check: Sweden is not deporting immigrants over different values

The Swedish government has made cracking down on migration one of its key goals, however online claims are misleading.

11/08/2025

Culture news

Thieves steal $7,000 worth of Labubu dolls from California store

Masked thieves raided a California toy store for dozens of sought-after Labubu dolls, as demand for the quirky collectible continues to skyrocket worldwide.

11/08/2025

Earth News

Thousands of firefighters combat three major fires in Portugal

A fire in the municipality of Trancoso has threatened to engulf homes as Portugal struggles to contain a worsening wildfire season.

11/08/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | August 11th, 2025 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 11th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

11/08/2025

Culture news

'Depravity and lawlessness’: U2 speak out on Israel’s actions in Gaza

Bono and his bandmates have released personal statements condemning Hamas' "diabolical" actions and how Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government deserve "our categorical and unequivocal condemnation."

11/08/2025

Business

Rental demand eases in Portugal, but house prices continue to grow

In the second quarter of 2025, each house available for rent received an average of 17 enquiries, a 43% drop from the same period in 2024. Portalegre is the city with the highest demand for rental properties.

11/08/2025

No Comment

Strong earthquake strikes Turkey’s Balıkesir province, killing one

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck the town of Sındırgı in Turkey’s Balıkesir province on Sunday evening, killing one person and injuring at least 29 others.

11/08/2025

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At least 20 injured in Russian strike on southern Ukrainian city

A guided aerial bomb launched by Russian forces struck Zaporizhzhia’s central bus station on Sunday evening, injuring 20 people and damaging civilian infrastructure.

11/08/2025

Culture news

Adidas designer apologises for shoes 'appropriated' from Mexico

Adidas and designer Willy Chavarria have apologised after their Oaxaca Slip-On sparked backlash for using Indigenous Mexican design without credit or collaboration.

11/08/2025

Russia

Ukrainian drone strikes hit defence industry facilities across Russia

Ukrainian forces have launched a new series of drone strikes against companies involved in supplying the Russian army, some located thousands of kilometres away from the Ukrainian border.

11/08/2025

Austria

Man survives after clinging to Austrian train after cigarette break

The incident occurred in St Pölten, west of Vienna, and prompted an emergency stop after the man banged on carriage windows to alert passengers and crew.

11/08/2025

Business

Chipmakers Nvidia and AMD to pay 15% of China revenue to US government

The unprecedented deal is part of a bargain to secure US export licenses for the Chinese market.

11/08/2025

Culture news

Kneecap continue to call out Gaza 'genocide' ahead of Sziget fest ban

The Irish rap trio Kneecap would have graced the stage at this year's Sziget festival today had the Hungarian government had not banned the band from the country. Regardless, the band continues to tour and have vowed to keep using their platform to call out 'genocide and war criminals'.

11/08/2025

Gaza

Five Al Jazeera journalists killed in Israeli strike on Gaza City

The Israeli military confirmed it had targeted Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif, claiming he led "a terrorist cell of Hamas," allegations al-Sharif and the media network had previously denied.

11/08/2025

Turkey

One killed after 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey's Balıkesir

The quake, with its epicentre in the town of Sındırgı, sent shockwaves felt some 200 kilometres to the north, in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul.

11/08/2025

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Winds and heat intensify wildfires in Spain’s León province

Residents of Carucedo and Yeres, in Spain’s León province, have been evacuated as wildfires advanced towards residential areas.

11/08/2025

Culture news

Dance Days Chania: 72 hours of contemporary dance and art

This year's 15th anniversary event took place from 21 July to 2 August and included a rich programme with 21 performances, 12 seminars and workshops.

11/08/2025

Lifestyle

In Pictures: This year's World's Ugliest Dog Contest

"Ugly" by name; fierce by nature. Here are the highlights of this year's World's Ugliest Dog Contest.

11/08/2025

Culture news

The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

Face huggers, conjoined flesh, and farewell exhibitions: This week's highlights include 'Alien: Earth', 'Together' and an exhibition honouring the late, great Ozzy Osbourne.

11/08/2025

Travel News

Why France’s strategy is working in the age of overtourism

France welcomed more than 100 million people in 2024, but tourism protests have been few and far between.

11/08/2025

Space

Perseids 2025: All you need to know about the celestial spectacle

Every August, humanity has a rendezvous with the cosmos. It is an ancient tradition, almost a rite of summer, to go out under the cover of night and wait for a "shooting star". The highest peak of the meteor shower will be on the night of 12 to 13 August.

11/08/2025

Europe News

Tariffs & Trivia: Your summer EU-US trade war recap quiz

The US-EU tariff saga kept us hooked all summer long. But were you paying attention as both sides traded blows? Take the test to find out.

11/08/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | August 11th, 2025 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 11th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

11/08/2025