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Hanover airport briefly halted operations overnight over drone sighting
An unidentified drone was spotted near Hanover/Langenhagen airport in Lower Saxony overnight into August 11, forcing a roughly two-hour airspace closure. It follows a similar incident a week earlier at Leipzig/Halle airport.
ERR (rus) · 11 Aug, 19:17
Colombia recognizes Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, Syria condemns move
Colombia has become the second country in the world after the United States to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, drawing sharp condemnation from Syria's foreign ministry.
Delfi · 11 Aug, 19:16
Mangione back in court as murder trial approaches, key questions unresolved
Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in a New York court on Tuesday ahead of his murder trial starting next month. His defense strategy and the extent of media and public access to the courtroom remain unsettled.
BBC World · 11 Aug, 19:15
After Deadly Earthquake in Colombia, Rescuers Search Through the Night for Survivors
Following a deadly earthquake in Colombia, rescuers in Cali are racing through the night to locate survivors still trapped beneath the rubble.
The New York Times · 11 Aug, 18:21
Drought shrinks Italy's Po river, threatening farms and water supplies
Northern Italy's Po river is running exceptionally low, with several monitoring stations nearing or exceeding records set during the 2022 drought. The falling levels are straining agriculture and forcing tanker water deliveries to over 100 municipalities.
Euronews · 11 Aug, 18:20
Trump reportedly furious at Hegseth over sudden munitions shortage revelation
A shortage of key US munitions has come to light following the conflict with Iran, and President Donald Trump is said to be angry with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for not warning him, Bloomberg reports.
Latvijas Avīze · 11 Aug, 18:19
Total solar eclipse to sweep from the Arctic to Europe on Wednesday
A total solar eclipse will cross from the Arctic to Europe on Wednesday, offering up to two minutes of totality to viewers along its path. Millions are expected to witness the sun briefly disappear.
Al Jazeera · 11 Aug, 18:19
Ukraine's confirmed drone kill count rises from 27,711 to 40,438 in two months
Ukraine's armed forces have seen the number of targets destroyed by drones and verified through the DELTA battle-management system climb from 27,711 to 40,438 over a two-month period.
Euromaidan Press · 11 Aug, 18:16
Thailand halts new gun permits following deadly school shooting
Thailand's government has suspended issuing new firearm permits after a 14-year-old killed eight people and then himself at a school near Bangkok. The prime minister has pledged to fast-track tougher gun control legislation.
BBC World · 11 Aug, 18:15
Ukraine says Russia used North Korean missiles in deadly overnight strikes
Kyiv said Tuesday that overnight Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least nine people and wounded dozens, accusing Moscow of firing North Korean missiles.
France 24 · 11 Aug, 17:21
Russia rolls out new textbooks in occupied Ukraine presenting regions as historically Russian
Starting September 1, two new textbooks will become compulsory for grades 5–7 in Russian-occupied parts of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson Oblasts, framing these Ukrainian regions as historically Russian territory.
Euromaidan Press · 11 Aug, 17:20
Russia Strips Rights From Exiled Regime Critics, Leaving Many Uncertain
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law cutting off exiled critics of the regime from consular services and freezing their bank accounts. Rights groups call it the 'civic death law,' and many affected exiles say they still don't know how badly it will affect them.
The Moscow Times · 11 Aug, 17:20
Canadian airline cancels flight after child refuses to wear seatbelt
Porter Airlines cancelled a flight from Victoria to Toronto after a child repeatedly refused to stay buckled in, forcing all passengers to disembark and rebook.
The Guardian World · 11 Aug, 17:19
Kaja Kallas pledges EU support to Colombia after devastating earthquake
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas has expressed condolences to Colombia after a powerful earthquake killed more than 130 people, pledging European Union support for rescue efforts.
ERR (rus) · 11 Aug, 17:17
Mexican firefighters set to join battle against deadly wildfire in western Canada
A deadly wildfire near Okanagan Lake in western Canada has forced 20,000 people to evacuate, and about 100 firefighters from Mexico are expected to arrive Tuesday to help fight the blaze.
Euronews · 11 Aug, 17:17
Russia agrees to hand Syria back an airport and port berth under new memorandum
Under a memorandum signed on 9 August 2026, Russia will transfer civilian facilities to Syrian state control and convert its military bases in the country into joint training centers, marking a significant reduction of its military footprint in Syria.
Euromaidan Press · 11 Aug, 16:21
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French media group files complaint against Google's AI-generated search summaries
France's press publishers association APIG has filed a complaint with the national competition regulator over Google's new AI-generated summaries in search results, fearing they will cut traffic to newspaper websites.
TVNET · 11 Aug, 16:20
Study: Britons united by hard work, fairness and community, but pessimism runs deep
A large-scale survey finds most Britons agree on shared national values across political lines, yet many remain doubtful about the country's unity since Brexit.
The Guardian World · 11 Aug, 16:17
Russia and Ukraine trade overnight strikes as civilian death toll rises
Russia and Ukraine exchanged fresh overnight strikes, continuing a deadly weekend of attacks that left rising civilian casualties on both sides. Ukraine hit back with a drone strike on Russia's Voronezh region and also struck an oil refinery in Orsk.
France 24 · 11 Aug, 16:16
Ebola outbreak death toll in DR Congo tops 2,000
More than 2,000 people have died in the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to official data released on Tuesday, making it the country's largest outbreak on record.
Jauns.lv · 11 Aug, 16:15
Lebanon becomes first Middle Eastern country to abolish death penalty
Lebanon's parliament on Tuesday approved a law abolishing the death penalty, making it the first Middle Eastern country to formally end the practice. Lebanon had not carried out an execution since 2004.
France 24 · 11 Aug, 15:19
Wisconsin holds high-stakes Democratic primary
Democratic voters in Wisconsin are choosing nominees for governor and Congress, marking another test for the party following a similar vote in Michigan.
Al Jazeera · 11 Aug, 15:18
Syrian Court Sentences Former President Assad to Death for Crimes Against Humanity
A Syrian court has issued the first verdict against former President Bashar al-Assad since he fled to Russia in 2024, convicting him of crimes against humanity committed during the civil war and sentencing him to death.
The New York Times · 11 Aug, 15:18
Polish farmer ploughs up freshly laid road with tractor over land dispute, faces long prison term
A 60-year-old farmer in Poland used a tractor to tear up 200 metres of freshly asphalted road, claiming it was built on his land. He now faces up to 10 years in prison for intentional property damage.
Jauns.lv · 11 Aug, 15:18
HCA Healthcare workers picket across US demanding higher pay and more staff
Union members at HCA Healthcare, the largest for-profit US hospital operator, are holding pickets in several states over pay and staffing while the company reported $6.8bn in profit for 2025.
The Guardian World · 11 Aug, 14:21
Total solar eclipse to sweep across parts of Europe and beyond on August 12
On August 12, the moon will fully block the sun over parts of Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia and Portugal, while the UK will see a partial eclipse — its deepest since 1999. Experts stress the importance of proper eye protection.
The Guardian Science · 11 Aug, 14:18
US intelligence believes Russia behind explosive drone found at Leipzig airport
American intelligence officials reportedly believe Russia was behind last week's explosive-laden drone found at Leipzig airport, though Berlin has yet to formally name a culprit.
Guardian Ukraina · 10 Aug, 19:17
Euronews releases August 10 evening news roundup
Euronews has published its regular evening news bulletin summarising the key stories of August 10, 2026, from Europe and beyond, in a short video format available to viewers worldwide.
Euronews · 10 Aug, 19:16
Rare sea turtle rescued in Wales begins 8,000-kilometre journey home
A critically ill sea turtle found nearly two years ago on a Welsh beach has recovered and started its long trip back to its natural habitat in the Gulf of Mexico.
Jauns.lv · 10 Aug, 19:15
Despite regional wars, more than 20 million Shia pilgrims gather in Iraq
Iraq's holy shrine city has drawn more than 20 million Shia pilgrims for the annual Arbaeen festival, even as conflicts continue to rage across the Middle East.
NPR World · 10 Aug, 19:15
Powerful 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Colombia, at Least 20 Dead in Pereira
A strong 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia, shaking several major cities. At least 20 people have died in Pereira, near the epicenter.
The New York Times · 10 Aug, 19:14
Occupied Ukrainian territories to introduce behavior grades, military training and Russian identity class from September 1
Starting September 1, schools in Russian-occupied Ukrainian territories will simultaneously roll out formal behavior grades from second grade, a separate military-training subject, and a mandatory course on Russian identity.
Euromaidan Press · 10 Aug, 19:14
Russian publisher blacks out mentions of Stalin and Hitler in Nobel laureate Günter Grass's novel
Russian buyers on the Ozon marketplace noticed that publisher Alpina Publisher blacked out a phrase referencing Hitler and Stalin in Günter Grass's novel The Rat. The publisher confirmed fragments were removed by agreement with rights holders.
Meduza · 10 Aug, 18:22
Powerful 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Western Colombia
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake has struck western Colombia, with tremors felt in the capital Bogotá as well as in Cali and Medellín. It is the second major quake to hit the region within weeks.
The New York Times · 10 Aug, 18:22
Magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes Colombia, killing at least 20
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has hit Colombia, leaving at least 20 people dead. Emergency crews are still assessing the damage.
Al Jazeera · 10 Aug, 18:21
Dog brains can tell fear apart from anger and sadness in human faces, study finds
University of Vienna researchers used MRI brain scans to show dogs can distinguish not just happy from negative human facial expressions, but also different types of negative emotion. The findings were published in the journal iScience.
The Guardian Science · 10 Aug, 18:20