World
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Colombia’s deadly earthquake tests new president
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella stated that at least 181 people perished in the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Monday
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Switzerland helps out as Italy's northern lakes are in crisis
Lake Maggiore is suffering from drought and Switzerland is increasing releases from Lake Lugano. Water is also scarce in Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto and the Marche: this is Italy's new emergency. #EuropeNews
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Florida cop kidnapped and killed his ex over an argument about a TV set
The victim had returned from a beach trip with her two young children shortly before the incident. Neither child was physically harmed, and they have since been placed in the care of their biological father
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E-scooters may look harmless — but new study reveals a serious injury risk in the UK
This matters as e-scooters become an increasingly common form of transport in cities around the world
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Trump’s DOJ to allow president to keep more communications hidden
The opinion argues Trump’s decision-making process would be impeded without the expectation of privacy — even when speaking with those outside of the executive branch
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Mother whose lottery winning ticket was binned by shopkeeper can claim £12m jackpot
Kath Main may finally get her jackpot win following an investigation by the National Lottery operator
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European Athletics Championships: Criticism as thousands of empty seats in Birmingham
Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.
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Burnham 'confident' early release of PC Harper's killers can be halted
The PM says the justice secretary will present a plan in September to prevent more early releases.
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Record-breaking El Capitan climber dies in Sierra Nevada fall
Jacob ‘Jake’ Whisenant died in Sequoia and Kings Canyon wilderness in ‘climbing-related incident’, authorities say
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Man stabbed London flatmate after being told ‘give me back those £5’, court hears
Eugeniu Neamtu, 59, is currently on trial at the Old Bailey after allegedly stabbing his flatmate in February
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‘Abusive’ man found guilty of harassing MP Stella Creasy on Tube
Clifford Wilby started talking to her about knife crime and her ‘failings as a Member of Parliament’
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Gym franchisee that operates multiple stores files for bankruptcy
The franchisee runs dozens of fitness studios across six states
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Was Trump smuggled out of Air Force One in a catering truck?
US media reports say the president secretly left via a catering truck to avoid a threat to his life from Iran.
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Birthright citizenship groups push judge to block Trump’s latest ‘illegal’ order
Groups that defeated the president’s attempt to redefine the 14th Amendment say the Supreme Court’s latest ruling ‘should have been the end of the issue’
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Video. Bulgaria lights up its Black Sea coast with digital art festival
Video. Bulgaria’s southern Black Sea coast became an open‑air gallery from 7 to 10 August, as the second LUNAR: Sea of Lights festival brought 17 light and digital artworks to five seaside communities.
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Before-and-after pictures show the devastating impact of England’s drought
Before and after images reveal the impact of the dry, hot conditions
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Music brings cultures together
The Gabala Music Festival is celebrating 15 years by bringing together music, art and people from different cultures. With Gabala Fest, the event is going beyond concerts to create a space where artists can connect, collaborate and share their work. #Cult
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 11th, 2026 – Evening
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 11th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Uefa Super Cup: Paris St-Germain get extra dressing room for Aston Villa match
Champions League winners Paris St-Germain were unhappy with the space they were given at Red Bull Arena.
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Amanda Knox comedy show 'sincere' but 'just not very funny'
The Edinburgh Fringe show received a mixed response, with many reviewers saying typical stand-up fare.
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Solar eclipse 2026: What's the weather forecast for the UK?
Look to the skies on Wednesday because one of the most spectacular solar eclipses for decades is coming the UK's way with likely optimum viewing conditions for many.
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A new surveillance tool can trace people through the devices they carry
SignalTrace, a system marketed by the security company Leonardo, is designed to work alongside automatic license plate readers
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Ohio city declares beaver historic symbol amid Buc-ee’s trademark lawsuit
Buc-ee’s sued Beaver’s Mini Mart on July 28, alleging its name and beaver branding infringe on the chain’s trademarks
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Ebola deaths surge past 2,000 – as outbreak spread for months undetected
The fastest growing Ebola outbreak in history – and the second deadliest – began in February, months before it was declared, the World Health Organisation has said
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Laci Peterson’s family advocates against new policy that may free serial killers
A lawsuit was filed last month to try and stop changes being made to California’s parole system that may allow for people serving life sentences to walk free.
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Axe stamp duty? How Andy Burnham could change property tax
The new PM could bring in revenue for social care or defence with a land levy or by reforming council tax
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Toyota recalls over 508,000 U.S. Camry models for a display error
Toyota is recalling about 655,000 Camry vehicles globally due to a display error that may deactivate safety indicators
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A summer Covid surge is happening even though many have moved on from the virus
California, Kentucky and Hawaii are seeing some of the highest levels of activity
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Russia frees ex-US marine four years after sentence disputed by his family
Robert Gilman had been deteriorating rapidly in prison and was said to be in a catatonic state
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Greece ravaged by wildfires as hundreds of firefighters battle blaze near Athens
The risk of wildfires is set to increase across southern areas of the country this week
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Eastern areas of Scotland most likely to have clear skies during partial eclipse
Forecasters said much of the country will be under cloud cover during the rare event on Wednesday evening.
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Don’t use much electricity during solar eclipse, urges UK’s biggest energy supplier
A shutdown in solar energy generation will coincide with a usual surge in electricity demand in the UK
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Russia frees imprisoned US Marine described in catatonic state as ‘goodwill gesture’
No Russian prisoners were traded to secure Gilman’s release, an American official said
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‘Real struggle’ to tame New Forest blaze as UK set for hottest summer on record
Key tourist route closed and residents rallying round as battle against wildfire expected to go on for several days
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Ex-fraternity leader admits to hazing in pledge’s death but could avoid jail time
One pledge told police that he and three other pledges were brought to the party with pillowcases over their heads before the medical emergency
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Eric Trump roasted for editing fails in photo of grandkids with Trump
Internet sleuths questioned whether an image shared by Eric Trump was edited with AI
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UK weather: Summer 2026 on course to be hottest on record, says Met Office
Only average conditions are needed for the remainder of August to break the record, which was set just last year.
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Melania Trump has appeared in public just 38 days so far in 2026
The first lady skipped the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner as well as Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral
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Paris tightens rules on electric scooters and other rideables
Paris police are enforcing new rules requiring e-scooter riders to wear helmets and reflective gear following a rise in the number of accidents involving such rideables. #EuropeNews
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Lebanon parliament votes to abolish death penalty
The new law - which next goes to the cabinet for approval - would make Lebanon the first country in the Middle East to end capital punishment.
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Trump signals support for Infantino as FIFA crisis rumbles on
"If he is gone, it will never be as successful or profitable again," US President Donald Trump wrote of Infantino and the World Cup in a post on Truth Social.
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Video. Italy’s Po river runs low as drought threatens farms and water supplies
Video. Italy’s Po River has fallen to historically low levels as the country endures its fourth heatwave of the summer, exposing wide stretches of dry riverbed near Pavia and raising fresh concerns over water supplies and farming across northern Italy.
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West End theatre owner ATG sold to Ari Emanuel’s Mari
ATG operates approximately 70 venues worldwide, mainly across the UK and US
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Harrods swings back to profit after Al Fayed abuse compensation
The retailer’s previous loss was linked to tough trading conditions and £62.5 million of compensation payments to victims of its former owner.
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Lebanon abolishes death penalty after historic parliament vote
Lebanon’s parliament voted to abolish the death penalty on Tuesday
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Jeff Bezos' Liverpool deal: What would investment mean for club?
Why investment by a group including Jeff Bezos would not make a marked difference to Liverpool's spending power - and might sit uneasily with fans.
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Large fire breaks out in Exeter park sending smoke across city
Multiple fires broke out around Exeter in Devon on Tuesday afternoon
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‘Farage is the joke’: Readers have their say ahead of Clacton vote
Ahead of Thursday’s Clacton by-election, readers tell us Nigel Farage has done little for the town since 2024 – and many suspect he called the vote to dodge scrutiny of his finances
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Zelenskyy’s independence comments fuel anger in Kosovo
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's first visit to Serbia was unexpected — but it was his comments on Kosovo that sparked a wave of anger in Prishtina. #EuropeNews
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University of Cambridge whistleblower who reported alleged bullying wins employment tribunal
Prof Wyn Evans, who raised concerns over treatment of female staff at Institute of Astronomy, was subject to ‘baseless’ investigation, judge rules
