This Scottish startup saves wild fish by replacing them with Omega-3 algae fed on whisky waste
Are farmed fish a sustainable choice? Many still depend on wild-caught fish for feed – algae grown on Scottish whisky industry waste could change that.
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HIV funding cuts risk 'unravelling decades of progress', global health experts warn
Without renewed commitment and action, the world risks a resurgence of the HIV epidemic as funding cuts threaten progress.
Latest news bulletin | August 3rd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 3rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
New ships, true crime voyages and chocolate: Cruise travel trends to know in 2026 and 2027
Cruise travel continues to evolve with a host of new ships joining the fleets as well as themed voyages and unique experiences at sea and on the rivers.
Housing in Portugal: Why €400,000 may no longer be enough to buy a home
In Portugal, finding a home under €400,000 is increasingly difficult — and sometimes impossible. The average asking price is now €430,500, according to Imovirtual.
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Lula da Silva formally launches bid for Brazil's presidency
Brazil's Workers' Party meets to confirm Lula da Silva's October bid. At 80, the leftist veteran faces right-wing liberal Flávio Bolsonaro in another polarised Lula vs Bolsonaro race.
Morocco says 11 people died attempting to reach Ceuta following initial probe into last week's migrant rush
Rabat said its figures only reflect migrants who died while attempting to rush into Spain's north African exclave, but are working with Spanish authorities to identify all fatalities, including those in Ceuta.
Afghan arrested over murder of 38-year-old Briton found in suitcase in Greece
Greek police have arrested and charged a 26-year-old Afghan national with the murder of a 38-year-old British woman whose body was found stuffed in a suitcase in Athens in July.
Ceuta: more migrants leave but residents still in shock. Far-right leader visits
Santiago Abascal, the leader of the far-right party Vox, visited the city today and accused the government of being in thrall to Morocco.
Helicopters and firefighters fight fast-moving wildfire near Athens
Firefighters and helicopters battled a fast-moving wildfire west of Athens as strong winds fueled the blaze and forced emergency operations across the area.
Latest news bulletin | August 2nd, 2026 – Evening
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Rhine River hits record low as drought grips Germany
Record low water levels on Germany's Rhine River left boats stranded in Cologne, as prolonged heat and drought pushed the country's busiest waterway to its lowest level on record.
Rupert Lowe offers alliance with Nigel Farage to unite Britain's hard right
The Restore Britain leader outlined five points that he said the pair would have to agree on to be able to find a "common way forward" and defeat the left wing.
Rumours ignite social media over alleged Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez wedding
If Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez had married this weekend, as so many tabloids claimed, it would have been the best-kept media secret in history.
Italian Navy boards tanker from Russian shadow fleet
The Italian navy has boarded a Russian tanker in international waters off Pantelleria, an island located between Sicily and Tunisia. The operation was carried out as part of an arms and oil trafficking monitoring mission with the support of a Greek vessel and a Polish maritime patrol aircraft.
Pentagon UFO files: what role Germany plays
For years, The New York Times has followed the release of US UFO files. The newly accessible documents go beyond sightings, tracing back to World War II and repeatedly mentioning Germany.
Spanish teen behind massacre threats and leader of 764 network arrested
Joint Spanish police forces have arrested in Gipuzkoa, near the northern border with France, a 17-year-old seen as Spain's main figure of network 764, accused of coercing and exploiting minors.
Spanish government received intelligence warnings of Ceuta migrant surge according to a report
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has described the mass crossing of migrants as a "violation of Spain's territorial integrity". Internal sources of the spanish media 'The Objective' confirms that intel reports existed before the crisis. The Spanish government denied it.
At least five dead and 41 missing after an Indonesian ferry caught fire at sea
A total of 225 people on the ferry were rescued, while some passengers jumped into the sea to escape the fire, according to Basarnas, Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency.
Europe's wildfires update: two helicopters collide while battling fire in Greece
After weeks of fighting wildfires, France has managed to stop the spread of the blazes. Spain's situation is improving but flames are still spreading while Greece struggles with multiple fires and high winds in different parts of the country.
Grand designs: Tashkent’s modernist architecture joins UNESCO World Heritage List
The listing covers ten buildings and complexes from the 1960s to the early 1990s, recognising how modernist design was adapted to Central Asian traditions, climate and urban life.
Delicious dumplings: The evolution of delicacies enjoyed all along the Silk Road to Spain
Jiaozi, Shuijiao, Bao, Wonton, Mantou, Manty, Manta, Chuchvara, Pelmeni, Düşbərə, Gurza, Khinkali. So many names, so many dumplings.
Latest news bulletin | August 2nd, 2026 – Midday
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Fire reported at another Wildberries warehouse in Russia
Video footage circulating on social media appears to show a large blaze at the warehouse, with flames engulfing the building and huge plumes of black smoke billowing into the sky.
AI-generated label becomes mandatory in the EU for companies
Companies creating or using AI-generated content have to label it clearly for users to know, as part of an EU guideline implemented on Sunday.
Cutting sugar up to age two associated with lower dementia risk ‘decades later,’ study finds
Less sweet treats during pregnancy and up to age two associated with lower dementia risk later in life, delayed onset of the disease and a healthier brain, according to a new study.
13 dead after Nazca Lines tourist flight crashes in Peru
The passengers reportedly included seven Italians, two Germans, and two Spaniards. Two crew members were also killed in the crash.
Italy brings in border checks for arrivals from Spain: what changes
Italy has reintroduced checks on travellers arriving from Spain after the Ceuta crisis. ID checks are carried out at Italian ports and airports for non-EU citizens; here is how.
Trump says he's cancelling strikes on Iran as 'perimeters of a deal' agreed
On Friday, Trump had said he was "losing faith" in the prospect of a peace deal and threatened to hit Iran "very hard."
Explosion in Moscow restaurant killed three and injured 21
Explosion of 'homemade explosive' at Moscow restaurant killed three and injured 21 on Saturday evening. Russia's national anti-terrorism committee says it's a bombing.