29 August 2026 | Euronews
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Europe News Bardella, Faure, Lecornu, Hollande, Philippe: Political season begins in France Between the 2027 presidential campaign and talks on the next budget, several leading French politicians were out in force on Saturday 29 August. -
Sport Pogačar abandons La Vuelta after heavy crash 33km from finish The Slovenian cyclist, who was leading the race, suffered a heavy crash and had to be taken to hospital by ambulance. -
Europe News Solidarity Armada sails to Ceuta with 50 boats in support amid migration crisis The initiative gathers around 120 people from Spanish ports to support the city after late-July migration pressures. After days of clashes, no further mobilisation is expected in the autonomous city this weekend. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | August 29th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 29th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
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Europe News Iceland's EU referendum sees high preliminary voter turnout in expected close race In Reykjavík, voter turnout was higher by noon than at the same time during the 2024 parliamentary election, local media reported. -
No Comment Music, lights and drones: Uzbekistan celebrates 35 years of independence Uzbekistan marked the 35th anniversary of its independence with a large-scale celebration in New Tashkent, featuring live music, dance, performances by international artists and a large-scale drone show. -
Kazakhstan Kazakhstan’s government steps down as newly elected Kurultai holds first session Kazakhstan’s newly elected unicameral parliament has held its first session under a new Constitution that reshaped the country’s political system. The government has stepped down as required, with a new cabinet set to be formed. -
Nepal Hundreds of foreign nationals among the missing following deadly Nepal floods On Friday, Nepal's tourism board put the number of tourists still "out of communication" at 622 - 471 of which were foreign tourists. -
Earth News COP17 in Mongolia wraps up with 1.3 billion dollars of Green Investment Pledge Countries signatories of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification agree with banks and private investors on financing scores of projects in 23 countries across 5 continents. -
Uzbekistan Uzbekistan marks 35 years of independence as president outlines plans for next decade The anniversary ceremony in New Tashkent combined political messaging with a large-scale cultural programme. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced seven national programmes, including major targets for investment, education, healthcare and economic growth. -
Niger Heavy gunfire in Niger capital as clashes reported at presidential palace A military junta has rule Niger for three years but has struggled to contend with jihadist violence. -
Europe News Nepal flood highlights growing risk of glacier disasters in the Alps "Europe is among the continents warming the fastest, driven by human-made climate change. Rapidly retreating glaciers and thawing permafrost are destabilising high mountain regions," glaciologist Olaf Eisen said. -
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Culture news Hollywood's 'Odyssey' craze turns eyes to Turkey: Did Homer compose his epics in Izmir? As Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' reignited the age-old debate over Homer’s origins, the spotlight turns to Izmir. In an exclusive interview, archaeologist Prof. Aylin Ümit Erdem weighs in on the ancient clues linking the bard to Izmir and why direct physical proof remains an open quest. -
Europe News Bundeswehr expands 'Schakal' fleet for NATO's eastern flank The Bundeswehr is pursuing a number of other major procurement programmes for main battle tanks, artillery systems, and air defences. -
Europe News At least 37 killed after Russian strike sparks major fire and explosions at a warehouse in Bucha Ukraine's Prosecutor General's Office said it had launched a pre-trial investigation into possible "negligence" surrounding storage conditions at the warehouse. -
wellbeing ‘I’m free’: How VR therapy helped a schizophrenia patient silence 27 years of voices One hypothesis is that making an invisible symptom something patients can see, hear and respond to gives them greater control over it. -
Sport Lausanne Grand Slam 2026 Opens with Inclusive Judo The first day in Lausanne celebrated judo’s inclusive spirit, with adaptive judo athletes competing alongside World Tour stars. Marina Vorobeva, Yamato Fukuda, Gefen Primo, Kairi Kentoku and Eteri Liparteliani claimed gold medals -
Venezuela US strikes deal to control 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's oil reserves, Trump says Trump has long been candid about his desire for the US to secure Venezuelan oil and has urged oil companies to invest in the South American nation. -
Europe News Iceland goes to the polls in high-stakes EU referendum Icelanders vote today on whether to resume EU membership talks in a high-stakes referendum. Polls show the race is too close to call, with a slim Yes lead eroding in the final stretch. Results are expected early on Sunday. -
Europe News How Canada’s turn toward Europe might test the EU's borders The boundaries of the EU are inevitably informed by geography – but Canada, which shares the EU’s values and its vision of the world order, could challenge the bloc’s limits and open the door to a new form of association with Brussels. -
Guinea-Bissau Guinea-Bissau junta puts new constitution to referendum as opposition urges boycott A commentator and a human rights activist, speaking to Euronews, stress that the law has already been published and call for stronger EU action. -
Ecotech Rain-harvesting roofs and natural air-con: Architects take cues from nature ahead of global awards The World Architecture Festival shortlist is brimming with nature-led designs. -
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Destinations Walking holidays are the overtourism antidote Europe needs – here’s how to do it A walking holiday could be one of the most rewarding ways to explore Europe’s most popular destinations this autumn, offering benefits for both travellers and the places they visit. -
Economy Germany risks missing gas storage target as industry faces cold-winter threat Germany will miss its November gas-storage target if injections continue at their current pace, the country’s storage association has warned. Although there is no immediate gas shortage, low storage levels combined with a very cold winter could threaten industrial production in the country.