2 h. ago A journey to belonging: asylum seekers reflect on 10 years in Europe – in pictures

Ten years ago, 1 million people fled into Europe, escaping conflict and poverty. Many had travelled for years in search of peace, prosperity or stability, and found it in countries such as Italy, Germany and Belgium. But the journey to truly belong continues.A decade on, after finding work and learning a new language, four asylum seekers feel torn. They recall the woodlands of northern Nigeria, a river that flows through a Syrian town – or the nightmare of child abuse in Afghanistan. They are still homesick and wrestle with the possibility – or impossibility – of return. They are part of a new, transformed Europe Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Taylor Swift reveals release date for her new album The Life of A Showgirl

The singer, 35, worked on the album while on her Eras tour in Europe, she told boyfriend Travis Kelce’s podcast

Culture

3 h. ago Does a European home for €1 sound too good to be true? Here's what you need to know

The deals promise Brits a sunny new life — but they’re often too good to be true

Politics

3 h. ago Popular town 'on the brink' as hundreds of cruise ships bring tourists flooding in

Kotor, a coastal town in Montenegro, is a hugely popular tourist destination - but its soaring visitor numbers are reportedly beginning to have a negative impact

Events

4 h. ago As Ukraine battles to hold lines, Trump may find Putin difficult to persuade

Despite huge numbers of casualties, Russian leader believes he is slowly winning war – so he can afford to string talks outFor Ukraine, the break in the frontline is unfortunately timed. Lightly armed Russian saboteur groups – three on one count – cut though Ukrainian positions in the Donbas countryside east of the key junction at Dobropillia. Though one group has been eliminated, as of Tuesday two were thought to remain at large – and although their numbers are small for now, perhaps 20 to 30, the breach is significant.At the beginning of the year it was safe to visit Dobropillia, which had become a bustling market centre busy with soldiers and locals, nearly 15 miles north of the frontline in Pokrovsk. But since then the town, where once busy supply roads from Pokrovsk to Kramatorsk split, has come under sustained attack with glide bombs, while FPV (first person view) drones strike targets on the move. Continue reading...

Politics

6 h. ago 'I live in Spain and Brits needs to be careful about the sangria they're drinking'

A Spanish local has taken to Reddit to issue a warning to tourists about a potential pitfall in this popular beverage by swapping it with a cheaper alternative that's practically the same

Politics

6 h. ago Man accused of driving into Liverpool parade crowds to appear in court

Merseyside Police said 134 people were injured when Paul Doyle allegedly drove his vehicle into crowds leaving the waterfront after the parade.

Events

8 h. ago Taylor Swift confirms October album release for The Life of A Showgirl

The 35-year-old appeared on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s podcast to discuss her 12th studio album.

Economics

8 h. ago Scandinavian heatwave that saw reindeer flock to cities made 10 times more likely by climate crisis

Temperatures in parts of Norway and Sweden climbed to 33–35C, far above seasonal norms

Society

8 h. ago Climate change made ‘relentless’ Nordic heatwave in July hotter and more likely

The latest findings on global warming driving more extreme heatwaves come as parts of Europe are hit by scorching temperatures and the UK swelters.

Society

9 h. ago Newborn baby is among 27 dead after migrant boat capsizes off the coast of Italy

The tragedy occurred 14 miles south of the island of Lampedusa on Wednesday - with a search continuing into the night for people still missing.

Events

9 h. ago Thomas Frank proud of Spurs players as ‘special operation’ fails against PSG

Spurs were 2-0 up in normal time and in the shoot-out before PSG clinched a 4-3 win on spot-kicks.

Sport

9 h. ago Deadly Oropouche virus found in UK for first time after sweeping through Europe

The latest statistics, released today by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), disclose three cases of Oropouche virus among travellers returning to the UK from Brazil

Events

9 h. ago Thomas Frank explains 'special operation' as 'perfect' Tottenham rue dramatic UEFA Super Cup finale

Spurs were aiming for a second European trophy in four months

Sport

10 h. ago Glenn Hoddle spots new Tottenham template amid Luis Enrique 'apology' for PSG UEFA Super Cup win

Spurs now have a template to go “toe-to-toe” with the best teams in Europe

Politics

11 h. ago Tottenham lose in dramatic Super Cup final as PSG bag it on pens

Champions League winners PSG took on Europa League winners Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday evening at Stadio Fruili in Italy in the UEFA Super Cup final

Events

11 h. ago Dua Lipa recreates heartwarming childhood snap with her sister Rina during their sun

The singer, 29, is currently enjoying a sun-drenched getaway with friends and family ahead of her milestone 30th birthday celebrations.

Events

13 h. ago Ukraine believes Putin has just ‘one card left to play’ in ceasefire talks – and it gives Kyiv the upper hand

Exclusive: Ukraine and its allies believe European support and the threat of further sanctions give Kyiv the edge over Moscow – they just hope they have done enough to convince Donald Trump, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

Politics

13 h. ago PSG vs Tottenham LIVE: UEFA Super Cup match stream, latest score and goal updates

Thomas Frank’s side looking for a second European trophy of the year

Sport

13 h. ago Donald Trump says Vladimir Putin faces ‘very severe consequences’ if no Ukraine truce agreed

Volodymyr Zelensky warns Russian leader ‘bluffing’ while Sir Keir Starmer insists there is a ‘viable’ chance of a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv

Politics