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Child's play: French artist Saype's giant ephemeral frescoes takeover Swiss alpine resort

The latest works in a series of experimental and ephemeral paintings by French land artist Saype are currently on display on the high slopes of Swiss alpine resort Villars-sur-Ollon, however the works are starting to slowly disappear.

Six generations return to Lake Winnipesaukee for a century-old tradition

After 14 years, Massachusetts dam removal begins to restore 7 miles of stream

Fear and attacks grip Taybeh, the last all-Christian town in the West Bank

Historic Taybeh, a Palestinian Christian town in the occupied West Bank, targeted by settlers in coordinated attacks.

Nigel Farage wins Clacton byelection in contest boycotted by other main parties

Reform UK leader fails to appear for result, despite beating nearest challenger, Count Binface, and 32 other candidatesClacton byelection – UK politics liveNigel Farage has seen off Count Binface to win the Clacton byelection in a contest boycotted by every other major political party.The Reform UK leader in July triggered the byelection in an attempt to shake off a deepening scandal over a £5m gi...

Nigel Farage wins Clacton byelection in contest boycotted by every other major party

Reform UK leader beats nearest challenger, Count Binface, in byelection he caused amid deepening scandal over £5m giftClacton byelection – UK politics liveNigel Farage has seen off Count Binface to win the Clacton byelection in a contest boycotted by every other major political party.The Reform UK leader in July triggered the byelection in an attempt to shake off a deepening scandal over a £5m gif...

Record rainfall leaves four dead, thousands stranded in Japan

Record rainfall in Chiba claims lives as more than 22,000 households without power on busy Bon Buddhist holiday week.

‘The real challenge starts after sundown’: Europe’s heatwave boosted solar by up to 17% on hot days

A surge in solar power has helped meet heightened power demand from Europe’s blistering heatwaves, according to a new analysis.

Latest news bulletin | August 14th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Hot topic: why is Burnham so reluctant to talk about the climate crisis?

Extreme heat is harming the wellbeing of the ordinary people the PM champions, yet he has ignored the subjectFrom the first day Andy Burnham came into office, climate scientists, campaigners and some of the ordinary people surviving through this summer of extreme heat began to wonder when he would start to talk about the climate crisis.Up until this week, many held back from criticism. After all, ...

Searches for UK homes with air conditioning more than double

Most owners would consider installing aircon as heatwaves lead buyers to focus on ability to stay cool, Rightmove saysSearches for homes for sale in the UK with air conditioning have more than doubled this summer as heatwaves push staying cool up the list of priorities for homebuyers, alongside nearness to good schools and transport links.In the week of the UK’s fifth heatwave, in which temperatur...

Builders, bakers and cheeseburger-makers: the UK workers struggling in extreme heat

From chefs to paramedics, workers tell the Guardian how they are coping and unions outline the changes needed in the workplaceIn the sweltering kitchen of the Plimsoll pub in north London, the head chef, Joshua Swinney, has a frozen tea towel wrapped around his neck to combat the heat.As temperatures exceeded 35C (95F) in the capital, workers who were not lucky enough to be in air-conditioned offi...

SMIC weighs more capacity as AI-related chip demand exceeds forecasts

Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) is actively looking at adding equipment in its factories after demand for mature-node chips used alongside AI processors surged beyond expectations, according to company management. China’s largest contract chipmaker said on Friday that customer orders had increased significantly from its forecasts earlier this year, driven by a global a...

Northern Lights travel bucket list: Unique trips and experiences to book in 2026-2027

Witnessing the Aurora Borealis is top of the bucket list for many travellers. In this guide, we pick out some of the best Northern Lights trips and experiences to book in 2026 and 2027.

Actor Henry Cavill draws crowds as neon-lit set evokes memories of old Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s once-iconic neon signs and outdoor hawker stalls were brought back to life as hundreds flocked to Central for a glimpse of British actor Henry Cavill, who was in the city filming a new movie. Cavill, known for his roles as Superman and Geralt in the television series The Witcher, was filming in the city on Thursday night. It followed an earlier announcement that he would star in the fa...

'Unprecedented' rains in Japan kill four people

The storm cut power to more than 20,000 households and left 7,000 people stranded at Tokyo's Narita airport.

Salvage work begins on tanker leaking oil off Oman, risk firm says

Environmental NGO Greenpeace warns that spill has rapidly expanded to 1,300 square kilometres, threatening ecosystems.

Hong Kong to list first Shanghai free-trade zone bond to defend yuan hub status

Hong Kong is set to welcome its first Shanghai free-trade zone offshore bond, using the landmark listing to defend its status as the world’s pre-eminent offshore yuan hub, amid mounting competition from its mainland rival. Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announced on Thursday that Shanghai Electric Global Capital – a financing arm of power and industrial equipment manufacturer Shanghai Electric –...

How much power does the US hold in Venezuela?

After Maduro’s removal, US influence in Venezuela soared, but experts say Washington may still have to ‘own’ Venezuela.

Scientists map how spacecraft design could affect astronauts’ mental health

Could the design of a spacecraft affect astronauts’ mental health? Scientists have mapped how everything from lighting and privacy to shared spaces could shape wellbeing on long missions to the Moon and Mars.

News live: Bragg backtracks on claim low-income Australians should accept ‘sub-standard’ homes; former CFMEU boss John Setka charged

Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlbanese says gambling inducements are ‘over the top’Albanese said gambling inducements are “over the top and need to be wound back”.Look, we’re working constructively across the parliament to put in place these reforms. They are important.The problem is addiction and when someone has an addiction, if there are indu...

Trump orders Navy to return to older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers

According to a directive issued Thursday, the new mandate would likely cost billions of dollars and revert the Navy’s most advanced ships to a system that takes more sailors to operate and is more difficult to maintain.

Black Forest coolcation: tourism in Germany surges in 2026

In Spain and Italy, the Black Forest is an extremely popular holiday destination. But Germany has set a different record with other visitors.

Al Jazeera speaks to Count Binface as Farage claims Clacton victory

Al Jazeera’s Jonah Hull spoke to candidate for MP, Count Binface, as votes were counted in Clacton.

Hongkongers stranded after storm disrupts trains and roads to Narita airport

Hong Kong tour groups returning from Japan’s capital are seeking alternative routes to Narita airport after a record rainstorm on Thursday disrupted transport and left thousands of travellers stranded, including Hongkongers who spent the night on trains and in other facilities. Cathay Pacific Airways, the city’s flag carrier, said on Friday it would waive rebooking and re-routing fees to give affe...