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The Ceuta border incident shows how EU migration can be ‘weaponised’ – but overall levels are declining

It took one night in Ceuta to end a relatively quiet summer on Europe’s southern border. Over 70,000 people entered the Spanish enclave from Morocco between July 30 and 31, most of them swimming around the heavily guarded border fences.

The Conversation

Threats by Corsican separatist group FLNC-UC trigger anti-terrorism inquiry

A masked appearance by armed Corsican separatists and threats made against people moving to the island from mainland France has reignited tensions over the Mediterranean island’s political future, amid growing concerns about intimidation and violence.

Radio France Internationale

Murderous heat, an endangered food supply and no net zero: this is the life the radical right wants you to have

As climate disaster stares us in the face, the radical right says ‘Embrace the Mediterranean life’. Embrace death, more like it, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

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Hidden for 2,000 years, this Egyptian tomb held 560 ushabti figurines meant to serve the dead in the afterlife

Excavations at Tell Quesna have revealed a remarkable funerary complex adorned with hundreds of burial artifacts. Among the treasures, archaeologists discovered 560 ushabti figurines, believed to assist the deceased in the afterlife. Additional finds included protective amulets and pottery, with imported items from Rhodes highlighting trade links with the Mediterranean.…

The Times of India

The Very British Edit: A European Summer Doesn’t Have to End at the Airport – These Are the Pieces That Keep the Feeling Alive

Inspired by my travels across Europe, I’ve curated beautiful details, rich textures, and timeless treasures that capture the spirit of the season –bringing that holiday feeling into your home, without you ever having to leave the sofa

Homes & Gardens

A new Houthi front and expanded Iranian attacks risk sinking Gulf nations’ choke-point workaround and widening shipping risks

After a nine-month pause, Houthi militants in Yemen allied to Iran resumed attacks on vessels in the Red Sea on July 22, 2026, directly targeting the group’s longtime foe Saudi Arabia. A week later, a floating liquefied natural gas storage facility in Egypt’s Mediterranean port of Damietta was struck by…

The Conversation

Scientists studied DNA from the Shroud of Turin and found signs of centuries of human contact, but not proof of where it came from

Nearly 50 years after samples were officially collected from the Shroud of Turin, scientists have used advanced genetic sequencing to reveal just how much biological material the linen cloth has accumulated over the centuries. Researchers applied a technique known as PCR-free next-generation metagenomic sequencing, a method that reads genetic material…

The Times of India

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Welcome to the mega-war: Mideast and European conflicts merge, sucking in more countries along the way—even ones claiming neutrality

"The Iran and Ukraine wars may be connecting."

Fortune

Top-Secret US Documents Rated 'Secret/NOFORN' Detail Metallic Triangular UFO Encounter at 25,000ft

Newly declassified US military files reveal that an American aircraft reported a metallic triangular UFO at nearly 25,000ft over the eastern Mediterranean, in airspace familiar to British holidaymakers.

International Business Times UK

5 Design Lessons to Bring to London Homes From Mediterranean Climates, According to a Cypriot Designer

Warm colors, natural materials, and more — our expert knows exactly how to bring the Mediterranean home with you

Livingetc

Man arrested in Cyprus on suspicion of spying on a UK military base for Iran

A London man has been arrested in Cyprus on suspicion of spying on a U.K. air force base on the Mediterranean island for Iran

The Independent UK

Drone attack in Egypt raises fresh fears over Suez Canal, global oil supply

A drone strike on Egyptian tankers has raised energy security concerns for the Suez Canal. This vital route offers a safe passage for Saudi Arabian oil exports. Houthi threats have already impacted traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb strait. Many tankers are now rerouting north towards the Suez Canal and Sumed…

The Economic Times

This Mediterranean Island Is Paradise for the Wellness- and Arts-Obsessed

It's like the relaxed little sister of the Balearic Islands.

Marie Claire

Drone hits US LNG vessel at Damietta in first attack on Egyptian soil

Preliminary investigations showed a drone strike caused a fire to break out on two ships at Damietta port on the Mediterranean on Wednesday, authorities in Cairo said. No side has taken responsibility at this time.

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‘Lost forever’: What does the future look like for a Mediterranean flooded with invasive species?

Scientists have designated the Mediterranean as a climate change “hot spot” – and warming waters are bringing aggressive new alien species.

Euronews

Will the ‘coolcation’ travel trend change the geography of international tourism?

Cooler summer holidays are proving popular as peak heat sways travellers’ choices beyond the Mediterranean. Experts weigh in on whether this seasonal trend might last.

The Independent UK

New fish are causing chaos in the Mediterranean – and they are heading north

1,000 invasive species have been identified in the Mediterranean

The Times of India

Three firefighters killed as deadly wildfires rage across southern Europe

Greece's fire department said the firefighters lost their lives while tackling separate fires on the island of Crete and in the country's southern mainland. The deaths came as soaring temperatures and strong winds made firefighting operations increasingly difficult. The wildfires now stretch across a vast area from the Atlantic coast…

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Czechia, Iceland and Spain among Europe’s top trending destinations for 2026, new data reveals

A new survey by Amadeus Travel Intelligence and UN Tourism reveals the European destinations that travellers are keen to explore, the markets fuelling demand and the regions expanding air connectivity.

The Times of India

For years, Mediterranean farmers defended prickly pear against removal; a study suggests the cactus can help native plants recover on degraded drylands

Prickly pear cactus aids native plant regeneration in Sicily's degraded lands. Abandoned cactus orchards create sheltered conditions for new plant growth. These areas showed significantly higher plant abundance and diversity. The cactus protects soil and retains moisture, improving seedling survival rates. Site-specific management is crucial for effective land restoration strategies.

Euronews

Europe warned of ‘warmer-than-normal’ August: What’s driving blistering temperatures?

"The exceptionally warm Mediterranean Sea is leaving a fingerprint on land, and in several places it shows up in the nights rather than the afternoons.”

Livingetc

The Warmth and Vivacity of Mediterranean Seaside Homes Shaped the Color Story of This Suburban Paris Family House — "It's Full of Personality"

Thanks to design studio La Fotosintesi, this Montreuil residence feels like a year-round escape with bright tones, zellige tiles, and textured artwork

Euronews

Revealed: Italy’s most popular beaches for 2026 – and Sardinia dominates

Italy is home to thousands of kilometres of coastline, but Sardinia is stealing the show this summer. New research has revealed the country’s most popular beaches for 2026, with two-thirds of the list found on the Mediterranean island.

The Economic Times

Will heatwaves in Europe push holidaymakers to 'coolcations'?

European holidaymakers worn down by recurrent heatwaves are currently snubbing Mediterranean destinations for northern climes in hopes of cooler temperatures, but it remains to be seen whether it is just a fad or a durable shift in the tourism market. Furthermore, Mediterranean countries have very extensive tourism infrastructures.

Homes & Gardens

Madonna's '90s Mediterranean-inspired Garden is a Study in Elevated Privacy Planting

Privacy planting doesn't have to be simplistic – the singer's Spanish-style home Los Angeles home was the blueprint for making it beautiful

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