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Norway's King Harald V dies aged 89 as leaders praise 'true European'

The Norwegian monarch, who reigned for 35 years, is praised for his warmth and humility as his death was confirmed by the palace.

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Norway's King Harald in 'extremely serious' condition

The 89-year-old monarch has been in hospital in Oslo since 17 August with a blood disorder as senior royals cancel their engagements.

Nepal

Tourists among victims in Nepal as Europe issues travel advice

European governments have issued safety guidance and emergency contacts for travellers as flooding and landslides disrupt transport across parts of Nepal.

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Belgian fries under threat as potatoes shrink in heat

Extreme weather has left this year's potato crop unusually small, raising fears of tighter supplies and higher prices from the world's biggest frozen fries exporter.

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Second arrest over deadly sword attack at Swedish school

A 17-year-old girl was killed and three boys wounded in the attack, as investigators continue to examine the circumstances and possible motive.

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Kyiv residents adapt to life under Russian bombardment

Kyiv residents describe how repeated Russian missile attacks have transformed daily life as the war reaches far beyond the front lines.

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Finnair cancels Dubai flights for entire winter season

The Finnish carrier says continuing instability in the Middle East means services will remain suspended until March 2027.

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Ukraine targets Russian e-commerce giant Ozon

Four logistics hubs in southern Russia were attacked as Kyiv expanded its campaign against supply networks it says support Moscow's military.

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Romania destroys explosive drone near major Black Sea gas project

A separate drone crashed in eastern Romania as the country and neighbouring Poland stepped up air defences during a major Russian attack on Ukraine.

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Why swimming in the Rhine is allowed in Basel but banned in Germany

Basel has spent decades making the Rhine safe for swimmers, while German cities are imposing bans. Could a growing European push to reclaim urban waterways change that?

USA

North Korea fires suspected missile as US drill cuts 'changes nothing'

Pyongyang says scaling back US-South Korean military drills does not make them less provocative, as Japan says North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile towards the sea.

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Eight countries to adopt EU sanctions on Belarus

The measures tighten restrictions on trade and technology that could support Belarus's military and industrial capabilities.

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Germany opens new drone security centre amid rising threats

The facility will research and test technology designed to detect and counter unauthorised drones around airports, major events and critical infrastructure.

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FIFA confirms COO Kevin Lamour has left after criticising Infantino

The senior FIFA executive had warned speaking out against Infantino's controversial investment plan could cost him his job.

World News

At least seven killed in stampede at Hindu temple in India

Panic reportedly broke out among thousands of worshippers after rumours that an electricity pole had fallen on devotees.

Culture news

Hayden Panettiere, acclaimed Heroes and Nashville star, dies at 36

The child star rose to international fame as Claire Bennet in Heroes before earning two Golden Globe nominations for Nashville.

Europe News

Russia strike kills two, injures 17 in Kramatorsk as Ukraine hits port

The overnight exchange also left a woman and child dead in Sumy Oblast and prompted NATO jets to down a stray drone over Latvia, as neither Moscow nor Kyiv has responded to the claims.

Europe News

'Wall of fire' forces sea evacuation as European wildfires continue

As blazes strain fire services from the Mediterranean to the Midlands in the UK, questions are being asked about Europe's ability to deal with continued heatwaves.

United Kingdom

Farage wins UK by-election as €5.8m gift investigation resumes

British politician Nigel Farage regains his seat in parliament but an investigation into his finances resumes and could be concluded next month.

Sport

Can Infantino push through proposals to sell World Cup to investors?

Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in FIFA’s commercial operations to private investors faces fierce opposition from UEFA, which could potentially have enough votes to block the proposal.

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