One million Afghan children suffering 'life-threatening' malnutrition, UNICEF says
Afghanistan has endured repeated periods of widespread hunger in recent decades as it has struggled through civil war and other crises.
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Mobilisation fears grip Russians as Kremlin's forced recruitment spikes
Human rights groups said they recorded a surge in forced recruitment since mid-August, amid reports that Russia is preparing a new mobilisation wave after September's elections.
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.
Why do some people live past 100? Study finds clues in the cells of centenarians
Researchers have identified a rare immune cell that becomes far more common among people who live past 100, pointing to new clues about healthy ageing.
European conservatives and liberals join forces to urge EU to freeze €770 million in Romania funds over mayor
Romania risks losing up to €770 million as a deadline looms for completing reforms, including a disputed law that could oust liberal leader and mayor Dominic Fritz. European conservatives and liberals are calling for the funds to be blocked.
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Luxottica founder's son resigns, says company has lost its soul
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio has resigned as Ray-Ban chairman, accusing EssilorLuxottica's leadership of growing distant from staff.
Del Vecchio quits EssilorLuxottica, says bosses 'too distant' from workers
The 31-year-old quits as Ray-Ban president and chief strategy officer, attacking the group's "remote" management, recalling his father's "close to people" style and confirming his role as shareholder through Delfin.
Australia bans AI-generated music from its official charts
Australia's move comes as AI music floods streaming platforms, with a new study finding 38.5% of music released globally in July involved AI.
Swedish military seeks to seize property near naval base owned by Russian with Kremlin ties
Sweden ended two centuries of military non-alignment and joined NATO in 2024 after Russia's 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Has there been pressure on Russian stadium to cancel planned Kanye West concerts?
Only a week after two shows in St Petersburg were announced, Kanye West’s upcoming gigs seem to have been cancelled – as the venue hosting the concerts say it is not hosting the controversial artist. There are reports that the venue came under pressure from Moscow to cancel the shows...
German economy grows faster than estimated as exports rebound
Europe's biggest economy expanded by more than expected between April and June, driven by strong exports, despite the disruption caused by the Iran war. Business sentiment also improved across every major sector.
New European Sleeper train to launch from Brussels and Amsterdam to Copenhagen and Malmö in 2028
Creating a direct overnight rail connection between the Benelux, Denmark and southern Sweden, European Sleeper’s first route into Scandinavia is targeted to begin operations in April 2028.
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US terror list removal 'shakes off dark stain' from Syria, al-Sharaa says
Washington rescinded a designation in place since 1979, lifting severe economic restrictions and opening the door to private investment, as the US State Department also removed the terror designation from HTS, the group al-Sharaa led to topple Assad.
What the new US sanctions on Iran mean for European businesses
The US has unveiled a sweeping expansion of secondary sanctions intended to sever Iran's remaining links to the global economy, warning that companies anywhere in the world that keep trading with Tehran risk losing access to the dollar system.
UN and Red Cross warn 'risks have intensified,' urge regulation of killer robots
Lethal autonomous weapon systems are generally understood as weapon systems that select targets and apply force without human intervention.
Watch: Viking Age anchor recreated with hammer and bellows in Denmark
Blacksmiths recreate a Viking Age anchor with bloomery iron and historic techniques at Aggersborg in northern Denmark.
Are we getting more Oasis shows in 2027 – and will any be in mainland Europe?
Oasis fans are getting increasingly impatient about when new concert dates will be announced...
Where you can go on holiday in Europe for less than €100 a day
With average three-star hotel stays coming in at €32 per person, and local beers priced at €1.50, Albania's capital Tirana topped this list of affordable city breaks.
Infamous Maradona ‘Hand of God’ ball sells for €2.9m - well below estimate
The Adidas Azteca ball, used for both of Maradona’s goals against England in the 1986 World Cup, fell well short of its €8.6 million presale estimate.
Video shows tornado forming over village in France
A tornado filmed near Pomas in southern France damages about 300 homes and injures 39 people as rescue teams search affected villages.
Armenia announces historic intention to apply for EU membership
Armenia’s Pashinyan laid out Yerevan's decision to formally apply for EU membership “in the near future” and to call for a national referendum, challenging Russia’s regional influence and setting the stage for a historic geopolitical shift.
EU budget: Costa tests leaders ahead of crunch money talks, eyes year-end deal
Costa begins a four-week tour of EU capitals to gauge leaders’ appetite to compromise on a deal for the bloc’s common budget by year-end.
Indonesian Muslims brave choking smoke to pray for rain as country battles wildfires
Emergency services have been battling fires driven by an intensifying El Niño climate pattern and a prolonged dry season, generating dense smoke that crossed into Malaysia and Brunei.
France to survey 10 million pupils on sexual violence
The government expects the nationwide survey to reveal the scale of abuse as authorities face scrutiny over tens of thousands of cases awaiting action.
Kos sets out new path for EU enlargement: Internal reforms, safeguards and gradual integration to end impasse
The EU enlargement boss sets out four areas for discussion: internal reforms without treaty changes, stronger democratic safeguards, a gradual integration methodology and encompassing transitional measures.
Keeping communication channels open: Vatican's top diplomat visits Moscow
The programme for his visit, which is due to last until Thursday, includes meetings with representatives of the Moscow Patriarchate and with the small, local Catholic community.
Foreign visitors boost Greek tourism in June – domestic demand is in decline
According to provisional data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority, 5.58 million arrivals and 24.06 million overnight stays were recorded in tourist lodgings in June 2026.
Foreign tourists boost Greek tourism in June – domestic demand is in decline
According to provisional data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority, 5.58 million arrivals and 24.06 million overnight stays were recorded in tourist lodgings in June 2026.
Greek air traffic controllers pushed to limit by tourism boom
A surge in flights, staff shortages and ageing infrastructure are increasing pressure on controllers as Greece races to modernise its aviation network.