German trauma surgeons record sharp rise in life-threatening stab injuries
A 12-year analysis of Germany's national trauma registry has found the number of patients admitted with severe stab wounds up by almost 60 per cent, with the increase…
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Hungarian public television resumes news after government-ordered blackout
Weeks earlier the Prime Minister overturned an editorial appointment at the broadcaster with a comment on Facebook.
German officials and unions prepare ‘to resist’ an AfD government
In an article for the GdP union magazine, Hüber argued that: "Anyone who takes their oath seriously has no other option: the AfD is a no-go!"
Protesters jailed longer than migrant who sexually assaulted 14-year-old that sparked Epping unrest
Footage showed Land repeatedly attacking police vehicles, including climbing onto one and kicking the windscreen while masked.
Merz popularity hits personal all-time low
Alternative for Germany (AfD) co-chair Alice Weidel sits at the bottom of the top-10 list on –2.5.
French PM admits few ministries meet cyber standards after large hacks
A detailed proposal for the unit's organisation, rules of engagement, resources and leadership is required by August 21.
French singer-turned-activist Francis Lalanne announces 2027 presidential run
He will hold his "first major campaign rally" on August 21 at the Théâtre Galabru in Paris, a roughly 100-seat venue on the Montmartre hill.
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Tusk begins bid for re-election with petrol price decrease and tax cuts
Since his government took office, pay has increased by around 30 per cent, bringing increasing numbers of people into the higher tax bracket.
Spanish NATO jets scramble as drone crashes in eastern Romania
A drone entered Romanian airspace near Galați before coming down in an unpopulated area of Tulcea county, the defence ministry said.
French senator slams ‘Christianophobia’ over LGBT bar’s ‘Holy Phallus’ party
In a video published on social media on August 14, Ravier condemned the event as an attack on Christianity.
Spain defies EU and prepares transfer of 500 migrant girls from Ceuta to mainland after spike in sexual assaults
Officials say the girls and children under 13 are being given priority because they are considered the most vulnerable profiles.
Migrant camps displace Ceuta’s cat colonies as carers search for missing animals
Volunteers say feeding sites beside the desalination plant and in several outlying neighbourhoods have emptied since the July 30 crossing.
Sweden reports rare measles outbreak following music festival
Sweden's Public Health Agency has reported 21 measles cases linked to the Urkult music festival, primarily affecting unvaccinated individuals under 18.
Nord Stream saboteur suspect caught in Croatia
Germany is seeking his extradition so that he can be brought before an investigating judge at the Federal Court of Justice.
Sweden grants only 98 citizenships in July, most of them Nordic, as tougher rules take effect
The figure compares with 1,602 citizenships granted in June and 18,332 over the first seven months of 2026 as a whole.
Portugal bans face coverings in public as President signs Chega bill
The Socialist head of state has approved a measure first tabled by the party of the man he defeated in February's presidential run-off.
German study puts true Covid infections at 14 per cent of PCR positives
The analysis compared nationwide swab results against antibody screening run by the same laboratories, a method other scientists say cannot show the tests were wrong.
Ex-president of German Jewish council draws parallel between AfD and Nazi party’s rise
"In many areas, I see no difference anymore compared to the NSDAP before it came to power," she said.
Belgian and French 10-year yields climb above key thresholds as fiscal pressures mount
The increases form part of a broader rise in eurozone long-term rates. The French benchmark first crossed 4 per cent on July 23.
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They leak twice: Tusk government unaware for two years of data breach affecting 19 million Poles
He said that "we are dealing with an extraordinary and very large incident in terms of the security of Poland's information sphere".
German ruling parties demand EU sanctions on Israel’s Ben-Gvir
Berlin has been among the capitals blocking EU-level measures against the Israeli national security minister.
Wildfires spread across northern Portugal as prime minister warns of weeks of risk
More than 2,000 emergency personnel and around 20 aircraft remain committed as the Portuguese Government defends its record on burnt land.
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How the Danish migration model works, from the border to the doorstep
Denmark built its migration system on four pillars over a decade, and reduced asylum approvals to the lowest level in 40 years.
Spanish business group plans Hispanidad theme park in Pizarro’s home town
The promoters of Ciudad Hispánica put the cost at €700 million and say it would create more than 700 direct jobs in one of Spain's poorest regions.
Prosecutor rejects anti-white racism motive in Crépol murder case despite investigating judges’ ruling
The decision was based on a number of witness statements reporting hostile remarks, including phrases such as "we are here to stab whites".
Italy sees no Russian link to Colleferro munitions blast
No injuries were reported. The plant was shut for the summer holiday period and only 24 maintenance workers were on site.
Germany overhauls its spy services as hybrid war with Russia escalates
The bill goes first to the Bundesrat for its opinion before the Bundestag takes it up. It does not require the chamber's consent.
Cybercriminal claims massive data breach at French education ministry
The Ministry of National Education confirmed in a statement on July 31 that it had suffered a fraudulent intrusion on the night of July 25.
Spanish police check more than 5,000 arrivals from Italy in Sánchez’s row with Meloni
Spanish police have identified 5,080 arrivals on 462 flights since the retaliatory controls began on August 8, with no sign that Rome will drop its own measures.
Greece rejects Turkey’s new marine parks as ‘illegal’
Athens says presidential decrees signed by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reach into international waters and the Greek continental shelf.